Horse Show Announcer, Former Judge, and Trainer Pens First Novel
April 21, 2020 Comments Off on Horse Show Announcer, Former Judge, and Trainer Pens First Novel
“I looked back on my career and thought about all the things that happened or imagined what could’ve happened in the industry,” he says. “Finally, in 2018, I made the decision to set aside time to put my complex plot into actual words, sentences, and chapters.”
Continue reading …EC Readers’ Most Memorable Moments of 2019
April 20, 2020 Comments Off on EC Readers’ Most Memorable Moments of 2019
With horse shows put on hold for the foreseeable future, many of us are feeling the stay-at-home blues. This is a natural and perfectly normal reaction. But, it’s important to remember that everyone is in the same boat. We’re all in this together.
Continue reading …Introducing First Recorded Live Video Virtual Horse Show Series- CINCH VCS
April 20, 2020 Comments Off on Introducing First Recorded Live Video Virtual Horse Show Series- CINCH VCS
The first CVCS Show #1 will take place from now until May 2nd. The judges pool is John Boxell, Jennifer Leckey, Casey Orr, Teresa Pelton, Mark Russell, Amy Watkins, and Tracy Willis. The first block of classes consists of Showmanship, Equitation, and Horsemanship through April 25th. The entry deadline is Friday, April 24th at midnight CST. The video deadline for the first block of classes is Saturday, April 25th at midnight CST.
Continue reading …Vet Community Launches Campaign to Combat Spread of Zoonotic Diseases Like COVID-19
April 20, 2020 Comments Off on Vet Community Launches Campaign to Combat Spread of Zoonotic Diseases Like COVID-19
“As veterinarians, we have dealt with the coronavirus for four-to-five decades in cattle, horses, dogs, cats and other animals,” said Congressman Yoho. “We are always focused and tuned into the prevention side and by being prepared, we can get ahead of the curve, anticipate these diseases and better respond.”
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To start your Monday morning on the right hoof, enjoy this hilarious shot from Katie White showing her horse, Dandy Man Zip, taking a nibble of his ribbon at a past Appaloosa Nationals. Those faces though!… Email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com with your When Everything Goes Wrong photos or videos to share with The Equine Chronicle.
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She comes without warning. Terror is her game. Be afraid, be very afraid… Click on the video below to watch Lana Markway and R Kid Rock being terrorized by Mary Carol, aka “Demon Pony.” If you have a great video to share, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com. (Music by BenSound.com) EC TV- Beware She comes without warning. Terror […]
Continue reading …Get the Lowdown on AQHA DNA Typing and Parentage Verification
April 20, 2020 Comments Off on Get the Lowdown on AQHA DNA Typing and Parentage Verification
A common question that we hear from AQHA members is, “What is the difference between DNA typing and parentage verification?” The truth is there isn’t much of a difference. A DNA test derives the genetic markers of an individual horse. Think of it like a fingerprint. Each horse has its own unique genetic marker. Parentage verification still obtains that genetic marker, but it also compares it to the sire and dam recorded for that horse. Basically, parentage verification makes sure the dam is the horse’s mother and the sire is the horse’s father.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Light in the Darkness
April 19, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Light in the Darkness
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.”- Desmond Tutu Thanks to Cody Parmenter Photography for sharing this beautiful shot that helps to remind us that there is a light in the darkness and that things will return to normal soon. If you have a great photo or […]
Continue reading …2020 APHA Youth World is Around the Corner!
April 19, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 APHA Youth World is Around the Corner!
The 2020 APHA Youth World Show is currently on schedule; however, we are continuing to closely monitor the COVID-19 situation and will follow the direction and guidance of federal, state and local authorities. We will be sure to communicate any changes as soon as possible. Should the Youth World Show be canceled due to COVID-19, full refunds will be granted, so there is absolutely no risk in sending in your pre-entries to qualify for the best rates!
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- No Photos Please
April 18, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- No Photos Please
When you want to take a cute photo, but your horse doesn’t quite cooperate… Thanks to Blair Gordon for sending in this funny photo series with her horse, Wurlitzer Jac. If you have a great photo or video for our When Everything Goes Wrong photo series, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
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