Around The Rings – The Premier
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The 411 On Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
July 26, 2026 Comments Off on The 411 On Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a serious, debilitating disease that attacks the central nervous system of a horse. The infection causes an inflammation of the animal’s brain and spinal cord. The organism causing the infection is the single-celled protozoan Sarcocystis neurona.
Continue reading …The Versatile Amateur – Kimber Mitchell
July 25, 2026 Comments Off on The Versatile Amateur – Kimber Mitchell
Amateur owner and rider Kimber Mitchell’s story is one of grit, versatility, and a work ethic that turned opportunity into success. She didn’t build her career in one discipline, on one horse, or in one show season, although she has only been competing at major competitions for a relatively short amount of time.
Continue reading …Lyme Disease In Horses: The Invisible, Expanding Threat Behind Vague Symptoms
July 24, 2026 Comments Off on Lyme Disease In Horses: The Invisible, Expanding Threat Behind Vague Symptoms
The horse isn’t quite right—but nothing clearly points to why. The lameness shifts, performance declines, behavior changes. Could it be Lyme disease?
Continue reading …Mt. San Antonio Agriculture Program And Equine Unit
July 23, 2026 Comments Off on Mt. San Antonio Agriculture Program And Equine Unit
Nestled in the hills of Southern California is one of the leading schools of agriculture: Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC). Over the years, the program has become a cornerstone of the local community, offering students throughout the Los Angeles region opportunities that may never have been imagined possible. The School of Agriculture provides urban students with hands-on experience working with livestock, farm animals, and horses, creating a unique learning environment that blends classroom instruction with real-world applications. Recognized as the #1 community college in California and ranked #12 nationally Mt. SAC has earned a reputation for excellence in higher education. Not only are they known for being one of the leading community colleges in the United States; they are also deeply rooted in AQHA history.
Continue reading …Jack Of All Trades: All-Around Competitors Take On A New Challenge In Reining
July 22, 2026 Comments Off on Jack Of All Trades: All-Around Competitors Take On A New Challenge In Reining
A true all-around equestrian is a rider who not only competes in different disciplines, but who’s also skilled in those events. In this way, an all-arounder is not a “jack of all trades and a master of none,” but instead a specialist showman. For athletes to transition between sports successfully, they need to be adaptable, versatile, and handy.
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If Ranch Riding had a theme song, it would have to be Dan Roberts’s song “There’s A Little Cowboy in All of Us.” Its lyrics, holding up independence, honesty and tradition and emanating the spirit of the American West, hearken to the most desirable qualities in a Ranch Riding run: an honest horse willing to work hard in the tradition of the American cowboy and his work on the ranch.
Continue reading …Breathing Easier, Performing Better
July 20, 2026 Comments Off on Breathing Easier, Performing Better
If you have experienced the tightening in your chest, the sounds of wheezing, and the struggle to get a full breath, you know the struggles of asthma. It may not show as outwardly as coughing, but you feel it–your body’s inability to take in oxygen, thus depleting your energy.
Continue reading …Around The Rings – Missouri Showdown
July 19, 2026 Comments Off on Around The Rings – Missouri Showdown
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