Equine Chronicle | Archive | May

AQHA Region 5 Championships Are June 26th

May 23, 2019 Comments Off

“These shows are the best way for exhibitors to get their feet wet in AQHA championship events,” said Pete Kyle, AQHA chief show officer. “Thanks to the help of our partners, competitors will be vying for some great prizes at each of the Regional Championships, including trophy buckles provided by AQHA’s Awards Recognition Concepts.”

2019 Sun and Surf Circuit is a Wrap!

May 23, 2019 Comments Off

The Amateur Level 1 Champion was Samantha Floyd with Dark By Moonlite. Reserve was Megan Avidano with Only A Show Off. The Amateur Champion was Lauren Stanley with Extremely Good Stuff. Reserve was Amy Groefsema with My Dream Remembered. The Select Champion was Dan Yeager with Cracking The Code. Reserve was Kent Ray Taylor with Don’t Think Twice. The Super Select Champion was Kathy Tobin with RA Undisputed. Reserve was Stephanie Anderson with Sol De Conquistador.

EC Foal Photo of the Day- Fun Blazes

May 22, 2019 Comments Off

You’ve got to love foals with interesting blazes! Today’s EC Foal Photo of the Day comes courtesy of Sheri Troffer and features her foal by Extremely Hot Chips and out of KM Best Be Natural. Do you have a foal with interesting markings? Email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com and you might see it featured on EquineChronicle.com.

AQHA Level 1 Judges Testing Deadline Extended

May 22, 2019 Comments Off

Taking the online test between June 1 and 14 on the AQHA Judges Education and Testing website, www.aqhuniversity.com.

The Importance of Genetic Testing

May 22, 2019 Comments Off

During the past 3 decades, research has shed light on many genetic diseases in horses, including several defects in Quarter Horses and other breeds that have utilized Quarter Horse bloodlines. Some of these diseases cropped up in recent years, originating from mutations in individuals that were ancestors of some of today’s popular animals, and the new trait was perpetuated in numerous offspring.

Awesome Awards on Tap for AZ Fall Championship

May 22, 2019 Comments Off

Take a look at just a few of the awards lined up for the Arizona Fall Championship. Superior Saddlery Awards for: Level 1 Non Pro Level 2 Non Pro Level 3 Non Pro Best of Show Awards for: L1 OPEN RANCH– Horse must be L1 eligible in AQHA Ranch Riding to compete in L1 Ranch […]

Complete Results From SOQHA Madness- More Than 12,500 AQHA Entries!

May 22, 2019 Comments Off

An Equine Production reports that the traditionally huge show was even larger this year with an almost 500 entry increase.

APHA Unveils Professional Horsemen Ambassador Program

May 21, 2019 Comments Off

APHA is proud to announce its new APHA Professional Horsemen Ambassador Program, an outreach program designed to increase participation through actively designating a Markel/APHA Professional Horseman or Horsewoman at local shows to help educate, promote and create interest in beginner-level exhibitors.

Last Call for Entries for June Internet Auctions – Internet Catalogs Open Soon

May 21, 2019 Comments Off

The Halter Horse INTERNET Auction features a great group of Quarter Horses, Appaloosas and Paints including: KENNAR – 2016 stallion by Telasecret, 2016 AQHA AMATEUR WORLD CHAMPION and WCHA World Champion; ONE CLASSIC CLU – 2011 mare by One Silent Clu – AQHA Open & Amateur Superior Halter, 108 Open and 89.5 Amateur Halter points

Photos and Results from GQHA Summer Kickoff

May 21, 2019 Comments Off

Robin Barrow and Heza Blazin Machine were named the Open Champions. The Level 1/Novice Amateur Champion was Monica Parker Yeoman with Lil Lucky Decision. The Amateur Champion was Robin Barrow with Heza Blazin Machine.