Blending Top Equestrian Sport and Country Club Living – World Equestrian Center Ocala Moves Forward
November 3, 2017 Comments Off on Blending Top Equestrian Sport and Country Club Living – World Equestrian Center Ocala Moves Forward
The World Equestrian Center Ocala will feature:
– The Grand Outdoor Stadium, covering over 3 acres with the capacity to accommodate multiple types of events.
– 17 Outdoor Arenas with all-weather footing.
– 4 262’x550’ climate-controlled indoor arenas.
– 1,500 spacious 14×12 permanent concrete stalls, along with ample space for temporary stalls.
– Schooling areas, and onsite riding trails spanning scenic areas throughout the development.
In Loving Memory- These Irons Are Hot (2001-2017)
November 2, 2017 Comments Off on In Loving Memory- These Irons Are Hot (2001-2017)
“These Irons Are Hot was a once in a lifetime horse that will be dearly missed by those who loved him.”
Continue reading …Appaloosa Nationals and Youth World Extend Fort Worth Contract Through 2020
November 2, 2017 Comments Off on Appaloosa Nationals and Youth World Extend Fort Worth Contract Through 2020
MOSCOW, Idaho- The Appaloosa Horse Club is pleased to announce the extension of their current contract with the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas to host the National Championship Appaloosa Show / World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show. “The commitment shown by the facility to maintain, improve and upgrade the premises has created a […]
Continue reading …Equine Chronicle Masters Congress Champions Are Deanna Searles/Best Jazz Album Yet and Aaron Moses/VS The First Lady
October 29, 2017 Comments Off on Equine Chronicle Masters Congress Champions Are Deanna Searles/Best Jazz Album Yet and Aaron Moses/VS The First Lady
Tonight was The Equine Chronicle Masters, and some of the top riders in the country brought out their very best two-year-olds for the chance to win huge checks, great prizes, and of course bragging rights.
Continue reading …Presenting The Equine Chronicle Congress 2-Year-Old Masters Lineup!
October 26, 2017 Comments Off on Presenting The Equine Chronicle Congress 2-Year-Old Masters Lineup!
Everyone at the Congress has a Midknight Invitation to Takealitleridewithme during the Equine Chronicle Masters event this weekend. Believe It Or Not, U R Certain To Look at the incredible lineup of talented horses and riders competing for big purses this year. There’s No Doubting Me! Beautiful Ones Only are invited, so be sure to wear your Black Tie and Heels and you’ll be Kruzin In Style for the big event.
Continue reading …Ellexxah Maxwell and Zips Bossy Chip Smash 30-Year Record For All-Time Leading Youth Horse
October 24, 2017 Comments Off on Ellexxah Maxwell and Zips Bossy Chip Smash 30-Year Record For All-Time Leading Youth Horse
Zips Bossy Chip has smashed through American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer Van Decka’s 30-year record for the all-time leading youth horse by points. The record was set 30 years ago.
Continue reading …Modified APHA World Show Qualifying Requirements For 2018
October 16, 2017 Comments Off on Modified APHA World Show Qualifying Requirements For 2018
Effective immediately for the 2018 APHA World Championship Show, the APHA World Show qualifying requirement has been modified to provide expanded qualifying options for Paint Horses.
To qualify for the APHA World Championship Show, a horse must:
Participate in a minimum of two APHA-approved events during the qualifying period. There is no minimum judge requirement.
OR
Pay a $1,000 per show qualifying fee if the horse has not participated in the minimum-required APHA-approved events during the qualifying period. This is done at the time of World Show entry. The fee is $2,000 if the horse has not attended any APHA-approved events.
All other qualifying criteria and exemptions remain the same.
A Cautionary Tale About Misrepresenting Sale Price
October 11, 2017 Comments Off on A Cautionary Tale About Misrepresenting Sale Price
According to Dressage News, an American horse sale agent, Caroline Roffman is being sued for “alleged fraud” and “intentionally misrepresenting” the sale price of a horse. The suit claims the horse was actually sold for $900,000 while the sale price presented to the owner was $300,000.
Continue reading …AQHA Introduces Halter Nomination Pilot Program For AQHA World Shows
October 11, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Introduces Halter Nomination Pilot Program For AQHA World Shows
“Halter is the basis for establishing the standard of the breed,” said Luba. “We want to determine whether a nomination program, in addition to the current qualifying methods, will contribute to the stabilization of halter entries at the world shows and increase the purses for these classes.”
Continue reading …Relief Efforts to Support Horses Devastated by Hurricane Maria
September 29, 2017 Comments Off on Relief Efforts to Support Horses Devastated by Hurricane Maria
There is an urgent need for hay and feed, potable water, vet supplies, veterinary care, fencing and portable stalls. Many are concerned that equines with lacerations and puncture wounds from flying objects or from the horses running into debris are without proper medicine and clean water is scarce.
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