From Equine Science Update, posted by Mark Andrews: Can the growth and maturation of yearling Thoroughbreds be accelerated by artificially extending the day length? A Japanese study has been exploring this possibility. Hokkaido, the mostly northerly of Japan’s main islands, is the primary breeding ground for over 97% of Thoroughbreds in the country. Hokkaido experiences […]
Continue reading …“This is Sway and her prisoner, Gus, at their October Dressage show,” says Debbie Termer, “which included a costume contest, and they won 1st place!” Thank you to Debbie for this fabulous photo! If you have a great photo of the day, please send it by email: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …From Arizona Sun Circuit: Be certain to pre-order your shavings! Order ahead and avoid waiting at check in. WestWorld now has an online ordering system for Feed & Bedding. Set up your account at WestWorld of Scottsdale WestWorld has more information for both RV and Feed & Bedding on their website, including hours of operations, […]
Continue reading …Last week, we shared the sad news from the University of Florida Equine Sciences Program of the passing of Certain Potential. Below please find the NSBA press release that includes his NSBA money earning offspring stats. From NSBA: AQHA stallion Certain Potential passed away at the University of Florida Equine Science Program, where he had […]
Continue reading …From World Equestrian Center-Ocala: Quarter Horse competition returns to World Equestrian Center – Ocala this April! Mark your calendars for two premier events the Orange Blossom Classic from April 17-21, 2024, and A Sudden Impulse from April 23-27, 2024. With a combined $675,000 in guaranteed added money, these competitions promise top-tier action for […]
Continue reading …The 2024 Challenge, presented by SOQHYA, just wrapped up the February 23-25 event at Champions Center in Springfield, Ohio. Judges were Kristy Starnes, Mike Rapley, and Shannon Walker. Kathy Avolt of An Equine Production reports there were more than 1000 AQHA entries per judge, more than 360 NSBA entries and 218 horses shown. “The last number […]
Continue reading …“$450 blanket..no problem,” says Houston the blanket shredder. “I got this.” We’ve all had one (or more)! This Palomino is Natural Gold, aka “Pablo,” followed by his sorrel blanket-destroying half-brother, Mr Blazing Iron, aka “Houston.” Both boys belong to Christa Nedeau McCarty. “The blanket was no match for Houston,” explains Christa. “Poor Pablo. Look at Houston, […]
Continue reading …The Silver Dollar Circuit is in full swing at the South Point Arena in Las Vegas! The show spans February 23 – 28, 2024, with 6 AQHA shows and 4 NSBA shows, featuring judges Charlie Cole, Jessica Gilliam, Liz Baker, Alex Bryner, Shannon Holbin, Chris Thompson, Rob Meneely, Mike Hawkins, and Jonathan Meilleur. Watch the livestream from […]
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