11 Rules Passed at 2020 APHA Convention
March 2, 2020 Comments Off on 11 Rules Passed at 2020 APHA Convention
On March 1, APHA national directors voted on 14 rule change proposals that advance to the floor for consideration at the 2020 APHA Convention, which took place February 28–March 1 in Fort Worth, Texas. Most rules will go into effect with the 2021 APHA Rule Book (rules with early implementation requested are noted below).
Continue reading …AQHA World Show Introduces NEW Western Pleasure Challenge
March 2, 2020 Comments Off on AQHA World Show Introduces NEW Western Pleasure Challenge
The title of Western Pleasure Challenge champion will be presented to the exhibitor who earns the most points, showing up to three horses. Two of the horses can be shown in any of the existing open western pleasure classes: 2-year-old western pleasure, Level 2 or Level 3 junior western pleasure, or Level 2 or Level 3 senior western pleasure. The catch is a mandatory class: a new 3-year-old western pleasure stakes, which will be offered for the first time at the Lucas Oil World this year.
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It’s no surprise that Tony Anderman turned out to be horse crazy. It would’ve been more surprising if he hadn’t. Tony has been immersed in the horse world since birth.
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One of the most exciting changes is that you are now able to qualify for open classes at the 2021 World Show in the following categories through participation in ACAAP!
Continue reading …Help Your Horse Breathe Easier This Winter
March 1, 2020 Comments Off on Help Your Horse Breathe Easier This Winter
When it comes to the horse’s environment, dust is one of the more common concerns. Lightly wetting down shavings and watering the indoor on a regular basis are good starting points to help reduce the amount of dust. It is also important to think about doing dustier chores, like sweeping aisles, doing stalls or throwing hay, while horses are in turnout, as it can take two hours for dust to settle.
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