As events and disciplines become more specialized, so, too, do the American Quarter Horses bred to excel in those sports. The question, “What are the Halter horse bloodlines?” is never too far from any enthusiast’s mind.
Continue reading …Covid-19 Slams the Barn Door Shut on Cash Flow For Horse Businesses
April 18, 2020 Comments Off on Covid-19 Slams the Barn Door Shut on Cash Flow For Horse Businesses
Thankfully, your horse business model will not be replaced by online businesses. Horse owners will need places to board, students will need riding instruction, horses will need training, and sale horses will need to be matched up with sellers and buyers. Compared to other businesses, horse businesses are very difficult to scale or franchise.
Continue reading …AEP Unveils First Set of Point Standings For Back Number Loyalty Program
April 18, 2020 Comments Off on AEP Unveils First Set of Point Standings For Back Number Loyalty Program
The current points as of March 15th include 12 shows in Florida, 11 shows in Indiana, 3 shows in Ohio, 4 shows in Missouri, and 6 shows in Nevada. Although the COVID-19 situation has put a damper on showing as of late, AEP is hopefully that everyone will be able to get back in the game very soon.
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Coming to a horse show near you, (whenever they start back up again), will be Unicorn Showmanship! Thanks to Tina Tomonelli-Redding, the President of the Palouse Empire Appaloosa Club for demonstrating this exciting new class offering for us! All joking aside, Tina is always roping her 18-year-old ApHC mare, Bonita Grace, into crazy antics. “She […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Quarantine Laughs!
April 17, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Quarantine Laughs!
This is what Gwen Toth and Cindy think of being in quarantine! Thanks to Emily Toth for sharing this funny photo. If you’d like to share your photos showing what your animals are doing at home, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …2020 Sun and Surf Circuit Moved to September
April 17, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 Sun and Surf Circuit Moved to September
Because the Del Mar Horsepark has cancelled all May events due to the Coronavirus, the Sun and Surf circuit will not be held May 14-17. But, show management has worked with AQHA to secure a new date!
Continue reading …Earn Prizes From Home With ApHC Saddle Log Program
April 17, 2020 Comments Off on Earn Prizes From Home With ApHC Saddle Log Program
If you’re under a stay-at-home order during this time, we hope you’re getting a lot of hours in the saddle with your favorite Appaloosa! The Saddle Log and Driver and Disabled Rider/Driver Programs could be just the thing for you right now!
Continue reading …How to Market and Sell Your Horse From Home During Quarantine
April 17, 2020 Comments Off on How to Market and Sell Your Horse From Home During Quarantine
What are people doing wrong, exactly? Mike says poor photos, bad videos, not enough information, and too much information will do the trick and send a buyer running elsewhere. After all, it only takes a quick scroll or swipe to move on to the next, better marketed, option.
Continue reading …Top 5 Western Pleasure Sires For 2019
April 17, 2020 Comments Off on Top 5 Western Pleasure Sires For 2019
Horses are bred to excel in their given discipline. It is a mix of a horse’s conformation, attitude, and ability that creates a champion horse. Bloodlines are commonly noted and referenced throughout disciplines involving American Quarter Horses that brings us to the question, “what are the top Western Pleasure bloodlines now?”
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Stay Six Feet Apart!
April 16, 2020 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Stay Six Feet Apart!
Stay six feet apart at all times! When you have three girls and nine horses in isolation, crazy hijinks are bound to ensue… Thanks to Kili Crawford for this great shot. If you have a great photo that shows what you and your horses are up to at home, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
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