EC Photo of the Day- The Whole Family
February 24, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- The Whole Family
When it’s time for a photo shoot, you have to get the WHOLE family involved. Thanks to Abby Shipley for this fun shot of a recent photo shoot set up, complete with horse, miniature horse, dog, and donkey. Is there anything missing? If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com […]
Continue reading …New Year, New Points, and New Opportunities at Sun Circuit
February 24, 2021 Comments Off on New Year, New Points, and New Opportunities at Sun Circuit
The Arizona Sun Circuit is ON and planning for an even BIGGER equine extravaganza than ever before! There are classes and awards for every level of exhibitor. Sun Circuit offers eight AQHA shows, large class sizes, and NSBA, NRCHA, NRHA approvals all in a premium facility with great weather. You can amass points, show your best, and enjoy a fun break with your family and friends in Scottsdale, Arizona- February 27- March 7th, 2021.
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Appaloosa Horse Club The Appaloosa Horse Club would like for you to save the date for some important events coming up in 2021! 73rd Nationals and 2021 World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show- July 25-August 1st in Tulsa, Oklahoma Chief Joseph Trail Ride- August 1-6 Musselshell Meadows to Post Office 2021 ANCER and ANCCTR- September 10-12 […]
Continue reading …OVC Researcher Contributes to Global Paper on Equine Asthma
February 24, 2021 Comments Off on OVC Researcher Contributes to Global Paper on Equine Asthma
The workshop provided a chance to share ideas on topics such as: what early onset versus late stage asthma looks like, and how it manifests in horses affected by pasture environments versus stable-associated asthma. There was discussion of fungal spore inhalation off the pasture grasses in asthma found in hot, humid climates in comparison to the asthma found in Northern climates where researchers are confident contributors to asthma are a combination of fungal spores, bacterial components and most likely dust.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- The Next Generation
February 23, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- The Next Generation
The next generation holds the future in their hands. Thanks to Courtney Witt for sharing this sweet shot. If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Legs- Common Injuries and How We Treat Them
February 23, 2021 Comments Off on Legs- Common Injuries and How We Treat Them
Every year, riders are plagued with limb injuries to their equine partners. Sometimes, this is a small blip in the training schedule. Other times, it spells the end of a competitive season.
Continue reading …What Would YOU Do With $9.5 Billion to Fix the Nation’s Horseback Riding Trails?
February 23, 2021 Comments Off on What Would YOU Do With $9.5 Billion to Fix the Nation’s Horseback Riding Trails?
In addition to providing input for the draft bill in February, the horse industry sent more than 1,000 letters to Congress to urge passage of the bill.
Continue reading …Walk, Trot, Lope- Is That All There is?
February 22, 2021 Comments Off on Walk, Trot, Lope- Is That All There is?
Before we delve too deeply, let’s review the mechanics of the four, basic gaits. The walk, the slowest of course, is a four-beat, lateral gait. Each hoof will touch down independently, giving the four “beats.” The term “lateral” indicates that both left side legs will move and then both right (or vice versa). This is in contrast to some other animals, such as salamanders, which move at a “walk” with diagonally paired leg movements.
Continue reading …Fecal Liquid Syndrome- Can it be Solved?
February 22, 2021 Comments Off on Fecal Liquid Syndrome- Can it be Solved?
“Fecal Liquid” or sometimes referred to as “Fecal Liquid Syndrome” is very difficult to deal with. It is characterized by normal manure, followed by a stream of liquid. It is messy, irritating to your horse’s skin, and hard to clean up, especially when the weather is cold.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Big and Small
February 22, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Big and Small
“No matter how big or small you are, your horse is always there for you when you need your spirit lifted.” – Unknown Thanks to Heather Power for sharing this great shot of Lockupyourdaughters, aka “Rico.” If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
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