Nov/Dec World Show Deadline For The Equine Chronicle is October 6th!
September 28, 2017 Comments Off on Nov/Dec World Show Deadline For The Equine Chronicle is October 6th!
Don’t forget! The deadline for the Nov/Dec World Show edition of The Equine Chronicle is October 6th! Contact G-Man today if you need an extension. Also, we have a special offer this month: re-run your October Congress ad for only $550. That’s $100 off the normal rate!
Continue reading …“I Know He’s Watching Us, and He Would Be Very Proud.”
September 28, 2017 Comments Off on “I Know He’s Watching Us, and He Would Be Very Proud.”
“He was a true horseman, as are Andrea and his daughters. I’m very pleased they’re continuing his legacy with this Futurity. I know he’s watching us, and I think he would be very pleased with the progress that APHA has made with breeding and promoting horses with correct conformation.”
Continue reading …The QH Congress Derby- A Night at the Races!
September 28, 2017 Comments Off on The QH Congress Derby- A Night at the Races!
For $25, you can “own” one of 60 horses that will be racing the night of the Gala. Your horse and Jockey’s name will appear in the evening’s program as well as on signage. There will be six prerecorded races throughout the evening where the guests can “Bet to Win.” It’s a way to give back to the Foundation and have a little fun!
Continue reading …“Couplers are the Lifeline Between Your Tow Vehicle and Your Horse Trailer”
September 28, 2017 Comments Off on “Couplers are the Lifeline Between Your Tow Vehicle and Your Horse Trailer”
A common fear is that your trailer will unhitch. It is your responsibility to ensure that it doesn’t. Here is what you need to know:
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Mine, Daddy!
September 28, 2017 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Mine, Daddy!
Today’s The Equine Chronicle Photo of the Day features Keith Miller’s daughter, Miss Charlotte Rose, who was adamant daddy’s buckle belonged to her following his Reserve Championship finish in Junior Hunter Under Saddle with Supersized Sensation at the 2017 APHA World Show!
Continue reading …Non-Pro Payouts Top $73,000 in Platinum Breeders’ Futurity Classes at APHA World
September 28, 2017 Comments Off on Non-Pro Payouts Top $73,000 in Platinum Breeders’ Futurity Classes at APHA World
Taking place concurrently with the APHA World Show, the World Conformation Horse Association’s Big Money Futurity brought big crowds and new faces to Fort Worth, Texas.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Instagram and Emoji Horses
September 27, 2017 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Instagram and Emoji Horses
Today’s The Equine Chronicle Photo of the Day comes from the WCHA Yearling Geldings class at the 2017 APHA World Show. It’s Instagram and Emoji!
– Instagram- (IEM The One X Shooz, led by Lonn Smallwood)
– Emoji- (Suchan Ego X BPF Just Grace, led by Sheila McKenzie)
Canine Companions Help Owner, Amy Novacek, Compete at APHA World Show
September 27, 2017 Comments Off on Canine Companions Help Owner, Amy Novacek, Compete at APHA World Show
“I’ve had probably 20 surgeries,” Amy says. “I’ve shown horses my whole life; but, after sustaining a traumatic brain injury, I had to learn how to speak again. When I’m tired, I stumble over my words and my thoughts. In one eye, I see double, and in one ear, I don’t hear very well. So, for example, in Trail, when you see 50 logs, I see 75 or 100.”
Continue reading …200 Animals Already Reconnected With Owners After Hurricane Harvey
September 27, 2017 Comments Off on 200 Animals Already Reconnected With Owners After Hurricane Harvey
We reunited Tammy Tease with her mare “Cyanne” as well as Carl Mahony with his gelding “Interstate.” Unfortunately, they lost everything but were overjoyed to have their “babies” back and were extremely grateful for the care their horses received while with us. To help them get through the next few weeks, we supplied them with some hay and grain that has been donated to us.
Continue reading …Paints Dominate 2017 WCHA Breeders Championship and Big Money Futurity
September 27, 2017 Comments Off on Paints Dominate 2017 WCHA Breeders Championship and Big Money Futurity
“Our entries in some classes have tripled; many of them have doubled. All of our exhibitors are excited to be in Fort Worth. APHA is seeing some increased entries as well in the halter, so it’s a win-win. The futurity has had, in the past, some pains with moving around, so we think this is going to be really great for both organizations.”
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