Positive Tests For Cannabis Products Will Result in AQHA Drug Violation
Beginning January 1, 2020, American Quarter Horses competing at AQHA-approved shows that test positive for natural cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids and other cannabimimetics will be considered in violation of AQHA Rule VIO401.1, which prohibits any stimulant, depressant, tranquilizer or sedative that could affect the performance of a horse. Per AQHA’s revised administrative penalty guidelines, which will be published in the near future, a positive test for such will result in a fine of $2,500, three months suspension and disqualification of the horse.
AQHA- Albuterol Becomes Banned Substance Jan. 1st, 2020
October 6, 2019 Comments Off on AQHA- Albuterol Becomes Banned Substance Jan. 1st, 2020
Beginning January 1, 2020, albuterol will be considered a prohibited substance per AQHA Rule VIO401. Albuterol is a selective beta-2 adrenergic agonist that has similar systemic effects as Clenbuterol, such as increasing lean muscle mass.
Continue reading …2019 QH Congress Patterns Now Available
October 1, 2019 Comments Off on 2019 QH Congress Patterns Now Available
Ready to start practicing? Patterns for classes like Showmanship, Horsemanship, Hunt Seat Equitation, Ranch Riding, Reining, Trail, and Western Riding are now available for the 2019 Quarter Horse Congress. Click here to view and download.
Continue reading …Late Entry Options For AQHA World Show
September 27, 2019 Comments Off on Late Entry Options For AQHA World Show
Did you miss the 2019 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show entry deadline, but still want to enter? Exhibitors have until November 1 to enter the show, but those entries will be subject to late fees.
Continue reading …Masterson Farms Announces RL Best of Sudden Frozen Semen Available to Public
September 26, 2019 Comments Off on Masterson Farms Announces RL Best of Sudden Frozen Semen Available to Public
Breeding fees will be for single doses with the first dose costing $2,000. A dose will consist of eight straws of 800 million sperm with a minimum post thaw motility of 35%. If subsequent doses should be necessary, the second would be priced at $1,750 and any thereafter at $1,250. RL Best Of Sudden has been well known throughout his career for fertility and high levels of successful inseminations.
Continue reading …Revision to Ban on Horses Entering Ohio (Applies to QH Congress)
September 20, 2019 Comments Off on Revision to Ban on Horses Entering Ohio (Applies to QH Congress)
“All equine entering Ohio from a state where VSV has been diagnosed within the last seven days, or a state that contains a premises quarantined for VSV, shall be accompanied by a certificate of veterinary inspection (health certificate) dated within seven days of entry, containing the following statement, ‘All animals identified on the certificate of veterinary inspection have been inspected and found to be free from clinical signs of vesicular stomatitis.’ “
Continue reading …American Humane Deploys Rescue Team to Save Animals in Bahamas
September 16, 2019 Comments Off on American Humane Deploys Rescue Team to Save Animals in Bahamas
“Downed power lines, dangerous debris, and contaminated water are just a few of the extensive challenges our team will face. Animal survivors will search for food and water, and will likely be injured, disoriented or confused. They will be scared and more aggressive or self-protective. It is why we are only sending our most experienced rescuers.”
Continue reading …Uh-Oh… Justify Failed Drug Test Prior to Winning Triple Crown
September 12, 2019 Comments Off on Uh-Oh… Justify Failed Drug Test Prior to Winning Triple Crown
The substance in question was scopolamine, which can be used to treat intestinal problems in humans, but is considered to be a bronchodilator in horses. The amount, 300 nanogram per millimeter, was considered to be excessive and that “suggested the drug was intended to enhance performance,” (NY Times, 2019).
Continue reading …My Intention Becomes First 2 Million Dollar Sire During BHF
September 12, 2019 Comments Off on My Intention Becomes First 2 Million Dollar Sire During BHF
Among the many winners named in the arena, Tom Robertson claimed the title of Yearling Stallions Champion in a class of 26 entries with a horse named, Swole, for Beus Quarter Horses. It was a big win for all of those involved, of course, but it had even bigger meaning than most knew at the time. However, this is something that Georgia Snow had predicted just one month ago…
Continue reading …Dr. Scott Myers Releases Further Information About Congress Quarantine
September 10, 2019 Comments Off on Dr. Scott Myers Releases Further Information About Congress Quarantine
The Congress is still a long way off and much can happen from now until the first horse enters the Congress grounds. Remember, it is 20 days before reining and cutting horses can enter the grounds and 31 days before the general horse show horses enter the grounds.
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