When Debbie Cooper won Ranch Riding at the AQHA World Show two years ago, she wore a vest that had been given to her by Grace Hoyt, who showed in the same outfit over 40 years prior. She didn’t wear the vest to draw attention. She wore it because it was timeless, but she certainly did get noticed for her nod to tradition and authenticity.
Continue reading …Smart Technology Enters the Equine Arena
July 12, 2018 Comments Off on Smart Technology Enters the Equine Arena
These days, it seems that technology affects every area of our lives. From the blue-tooth-enabled coffee maker that can brew a cup of joe at your preferred temperature to a robotic vacuum that automatically navigates your home with ease, smart devices are highly sought after for convenience, time saving, and the just plain cool factor!
Continue reading …AQHA Select World – Headed to Fort Worth in 2019
July 11, 2018 Comments Off on AQHA Select World – Headed to Fort Worth in 2019
After much discussion and considerable debate, the AQHA Select World Championship Show will finally be moving to a new location beginning in 2019. Since its inception in 2003, the Adequan Select World Show has been held at the TriState Fairgrounds in Amarillo, Texas. While show management is appreciative for the hospitality shown to competitors over the past 15 years, it’s clear, from exhibitor feedback and the association’s hopes for expansion, that the time for a change in location is now.
Continue reading …APHA & AQHA Make Changes to Pattern Scoring Systems
July 10, 2018 Comments Off on APHA & AQHA Make Changes to Pattern Scoring Systems
One of the most valuable methods for improvement, in any aspect of life, is to review past performance. For equestrians, a judge’s scoresheet can be invaluable towards understanding how a rider’s performance was perceived, where he or she excelled, and where more progress could be made.
Continue reading …Maintenance Programs at the Boarding Stable
July 9, 2018 Comments Off on Maintenance Programs at the Boarding Stable
Teenagers, when they learn to drive, are sometimes cautioned that they’re actually driving five cars at once – cars in front of them, behind them, and on either side in addition to the car in which they’re seated – and must watch all of them to protect their safety.
Continue reading …Machine Made Sires NSBA Horse of the Year Twice!
July 6, 2018 Comments Off on Machine Made Sires NSBA Horse of the Year Twice!
Eight years ago, Candice Hall was on the hunt for her next horse. The search wasn’t easy, but her determination and patience paid off. In fact, he jogged right past her. It happened when Carl Yamber rode a handsome, three-year-old, bay stallion into the Southern Belle show pen in 2010. Immediately, Hall knew her search was over.
Continue reading …How Not to Break the Bank – Horse Showing on a Budget
July 5, 2018 Comments Off on How Not to Break the Bank – Horse Showing on a Budget
Equestrians, universally, have a desire for nice horses, big dreams, and expensive taste! We can all agree that our beloved sport is expensive. Having unlimited funds just isn’t a reality for most, and many can relate to having “champagne taste on a beer budget.” Although showing horses will never be a cheap hobby, we have gathered some tips from trainers and exhibitors for how to cut costs and help make horse showing more affordable.
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The transition is a crucial, but often overlooked tool in a rider’s arsenal. Often viewed as a simple pause between maneuvers, the transition is one of the main components necessary for every event. Consider Horsemanship, Equitation, or Trail.
Continue reading …Keep Your Cool – The Science of Horse Show Nerves
May 22, 2018 Comments Off on Keep Your Cool – The Science of Horse Show Nerves
Everyone experiences some level of stress at a horse show. On the low end, it may simply diminish the amount of fun you have. At its extreme, it can cause full-blown performance anxiety.
Continue reading …Feeding Horses to Help Prevent or Treat Ulcers
May 21, 2018 Comments Off on Feeding Horses to Help Prevent or Treat Ulcers
Many performance horses and show horses develop ulcers in the digestive tract, due to stress. Many things can cause stress in horses, including an unnatural environment, increased exercise, athletic competition, unnatural diet, etc. Stress can lead to gastric ulcers in horses just as it does in humans. Strategic feeding management can help minimize the incidence and severity of ulcers.
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