Around the Rings- 2020 NWSS- Denver, CO.
January 24, 2020 Comments Off on Around the Rings- 2020 NWSS- Denver, CO.
Thanks to Laura Cowen of Performance Horse Photography for some great photos from the National Western Stock Show that’s currently underway in Denver, Colorado. If you’d like to share your photos from your local horse show event, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Stephen Stephens: A passion for Horses drives him to the top
January 23, 2020 Comments Off on Stephen Stephens: A passion for Horses drives him to the top
If there’s one word that explains the success of Stephen Stephens in the horse industry it is drive.
Continue reading …Predicting a Foal’s Future Height- Which Measurements Work Best?
January 23, 2020 Comments Off on Predicting a Foal’s Future Height- Which Measurements Work Best?
Taking a measurement in a straight line from the front of either leg, beginning at the hairline and extending upwards to the middle of the knee joint, is said to provide a measurement in inches that converts directly into hands on an adult horse. For example, a foal that measures 15 1/4 inches should translate into an adult horse that measures 15.1hh.
Continue reading …Everything You Need to Know About AQHA Level 1 Championships
January 23, 2020 Comments Off on Everything You Need to Know About AQHA Level 1 Championships
New this year, Nutrena Central, West and East AQHA Level 1 Championships exhibitors can enter the 2020 shows online! Simply fill out your entry form and submit it electronically for the opportunity to compete at one of the most pinnacle events in the world for Level 1, Rookie and walk-trot exhibitors. Exhibitors can compete at only one of the Nutrena Level 1 Championships each year.
Continue reading …Leveling Changes For Shamrock Shuffle and IQHYA April Show
January 23, 2020 Comments Off on Leveling Changes For Shamrock Shuffle and IQHYA April Show
Both shows will offer the following:
– L2 and L3 Jr and Sr Western Pleasure – not concurrent
– L2/L3 14-18 Showmanship and Horsemanship
– L2/L3 Amateur Showmanship and Horsemanship
– L1 Jr and L1 Sr Trail
2020 Pinto World Show and Color Breed Congress Dates Announced
January 23, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 Pinto World Show and Color Breed Congress Dates Announced
The PtHA has recently announced the dates of their two major event for 2020. The Pinto World Championship will be June 8 – June 20. The Color Breed Congress will be November 6 – November 14. There is no qualification required to compete at the Pinto World Show. There will be over $300,000 in awards and […]
Continue reading …Cara McMillian Gibson Wins WCHA Race For the Trailer
January 22, 2020 Comments Off on Cara McMillian Gibson Wins WCHA Race For the Trailer
Cara estimates that during 2019 she won approximately $26,000 with Halter horses that are owned and shown by three generations of females in her family- her mother, Carolyn Stewart; Cara, herself, and her daughter, McKenna Gibson. Cara believes her biggest help in achieving this award was her Appaloosa mare, Wanna Talk About Me.
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*Make note of changes to the 2020 ApHC Handbook. Check out changes to Trail Rules 459, 457, 458 and 702. Also note change to Rule 40.C: Omeprazole (GastroGard or UlcerGard) is no longer forbidden 24 hours prior to competition.
Continue reading …40,000 Year-Old Foal Discovered Perfectly Preserved in Russia Permafrost
January 22, 2020 Comments Off on 40,000 Year-Old Foal Discovered Perfectly Preserved in Russia Permafrost
Computed tomography of the foal carcass was used to examine the internal structure and create a 3D model of the body. Sergey Vasilev, head of the Center for 3-D Modelling and Virtual Reality of NEFU Institute of Physics and Technologies, noted that this allows them to create a complete picture of what the foal looked like.
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New for 2020, Rookie exhibitors will be allowed an extra look-back year of eligibility when competing at the AQHA Level 1 Championships. AQHA rookie eligibility will be based off the previous year’s points and earnings, similar to Level 1 eligibility at these shows. This applies only to the Level 1 Championships. Read here for more details.
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