Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Circuit Draws International Contingent from Israel
January 1, 2019 Comments Off on Florida Gold Coast Quarter Horse Circuit Draws International Contingent from Israel
Kayla Kohler of Osteen, Florida, trained the international contingent that participated in Trail, Western Pleasure, and Horsemanship. Two of the riders, Roei Katarivas and Ofir Bouni, previously competed in Florida. However, it was Tal Pridan and Noa Katarivas’ first experience at the horse show, as well as in America.
Continue reading …50th Annual Mid Winter Auction- Broodmare Affaire and Dec Internet Auction
January 1, 2019 Comments Off on 50th Annual Mid Winter Auction- Broodmare Affaire and Dec Internet Auction
The 50th ANNUAL MID WINTER Auction features two Internet auctions: The BROODMARE AFFAIRE and the December INTERNET Auction. Bidding for both auctions open on Saturday, January 12th. They will close on January 15th and 17th.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- “Horses Lend Us The Wings We Lack”
January 1, 2019 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- “Horses Lend Us The Wings We Lack”
Today’s EC Photo of the Day comes from Lisa McGowan and features her father, Mike, with his American Quarter Horse, Genuine Blackburn. Mike doesn’t let the fact that he’s a paraplegic stop him from riding, loving, and caring for his three American Quarter Horses and one American Paint Horse. He rides and works with his horses every day. One of his favorite trips is to Wyoming in August to ride in the mountains where he also serves as a guide.
Continue reading …Preventing and Preparing For Barn Fires
January 1, 2019 Comments Off on Preventing and Preparing For Barn Fires
Pay attention during winter months to water tank heaters and heated buckets—they continue to generate heat even if there is no water present, which can cause the plastic to melt and a fire to ignite bedding and hay. If you are using electrical cords, make sure that they are professional grade, inspected often and are not overloaded. Keep lights caged and only use lights that are designed for barn use.
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