2017 | Equine Chronicle

Horses Healing Humans – A Reflection of Hope

October 9, 2017 Comments Off

For many of us, the horse is the one constant in our busy and hectic lives. The horse carries our dreams on his back, absorbs our sorrows in his mane, and keeps our secrets hidden in his heart.

The Legacy of Don Trout – Everyone’s Favorite Photographer

October 7, 2017 Comments Off

It seems impossible to lose a man whose very presence and lifetime work became part of the fabric that wove us together as an industry. But we did lose Don Trout on July 26, 2017, after a long battle with cancer.

EC Photo of the Day- First Class

October 7, 2017 Comments Off

This adorable shot comes from Wanda Lounder, who sent in this image of her 17-month-old grandson, Wyatt Benjamin Cleaves, kissing his 3-year-old mare, Ok Ima Cowgirl, after his first Leadline class at the AQHA Region 6 Show in Springfield, Mass.

Nation’s Largest Online Equestrian Retailer- SmartPak- Introduces Hot Styles For Fall

October 6, 2017 Comments Off

With thousands of 5-star reviews, Piper Breeches by SmartPak continue to be a customer favorite. New for the fall season, SmartPak has introduced three new styles as well as additional color options to the original Pipers. The new styles include the Piper Tan Knee Patch Breeches, Piper Plaid Knee Patch Breeches, and the Piper Knit Fleece Lined Breeches.

Congress Dreams Come True For Young Rider Recovering From Horrific Car Accident

October 6, 2017 Comments Off

“After my auto wreck that resulted in a skull fracture, broken jaw in multiple places, caved-in sinus wall, and a broken orbital socket floor, we thought I wouldn’t be able to ride like I used to. Instead, I started back up slowly by riding our pleasure horse, eventually worked my way back up to my barrel horses, to now riding a professional cutting horse at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress!”

Fruits are Fabulous, Even for Insulin Resistant Horses!

October 6, 2017 Comments Off

Dark blue and red berries, such as blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries as well as cherries and red grapes, contain antioxidants known as epicatechins and anthocyanidins that belong to a group of antioxidants known as flavonoids.

Kentucky Horse Park to Host HalloWhinny Fall Festival

October 6, 2017 Comments Off

At 2 p.m., the KHP’s Parade of Breeds will have a special Halloween-themed show, complete with costumes and exciting effects. A costume contest for children and pets will be held in the courtyard at 4 p.m., with prizes offered to the best dressed. The Kentucky Horse Park is also offering the Cemetery Crawl tours for an additional charge at 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30.

Jeff Burley – A Passion For Performance

October 6, 2017 Comments Off

Every once in awhile, a family will have an outlier, a kid who has a passion that no one can explain. For those of us who come from non-horsey families, the passion to ride, care for, and compete with horses can often be viewed as curious, a bit odd, and from the perspective of the bill-paying parent, somewhat horrifying with a fervent wish for a short duration

Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of ItsAmazing

October 5, 2017 Comments Off

Our sincerest condolences goes out to our friend, Maggie Bellville, following the sudden and unexpected passing of her horse, ItsAmazing. Most recently, this pair placed in the Top 20 at the AQHA Select World Show in Showmanship and Trail and had a bright future ahead. Somewhere in time’s own space There must be some sweet […]

Time to Shop! Congress Trade Show Starts Tomorrow, Click Here For Maps

October 5, 2017 Comments Off

It’s time to break out those pocketbooks! The 2017 All American Quarter Horse Congress Trade Show opens for business tomorrow. The Trade Show will be open 9:30 am- 7:00 pm, October 6th-29th. With 250 commercial exhibits in a seven acre indoor shopping mecca, the Trade Show is something you don’t want to miss.