American Horse Council Releases Congressional Scorecard for 118th Congress
April 15, 2024 Comments Off on American Horse Council Releases Congressional Scorecard for 118th Congress
For Immediate Release April 11, 2024 American Horse Council Releases Congressional Scorecard for 118th Congress WASHINGTON, DC—There is an oft-repeated saying in Washington: “If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog.” Thankfully, that’s not the only option. The American Horse Council (AHC) continues to rely on dependable advocates for the equine industry among […]
Continue reading …EC How-To Video: Keep Your Makeup Flawless in Horse Show Heat
April 14, 2024 Comments Off on EC How-To Video: Keep Your Makeup Flawless in Horse Show Heat
Multiple AQHA World and Congress Champion Deanna (Green) Willis provides a comprehensive tutorial with tips and tricks to help your makeup stay put and looking flawless during horse show heat this summer. Check out another one of our makeup tip articles from a past issue: Makeup Application for the Select Amateur | Equine Chronicle
Continue reading …UC Davis Ranked #1 Veterinary School in Nation
April 13, 2024 Comments Off on UC Davis Ranked #1 Veterinary School in Nation
By Julia Ann Easley, UC Davis April 10, 2024 The University of California, Davis, continues to be recognized for its global leadership in the fields of veterinary science, and agriculture and forestry, in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, released today (April 10). Quacquarelli Symonds, or QS, considered one of the most influential international authorities on […]
Continue reading …Pasture Management: Plan Now to Avoid Buttercups
April 11, 2024 Comments Off on Pasture Management: Plan Now to Avoid Buttercups
From Kentucky Equine Research: The image of a pasture laden with the dainty yellow flowers known as buttercups (Ranunculus spp.) may seem picturesque, even peaceful, to some people. For horse owners, however, a proliferation of buttercups signifies pastures may be past their prime and in need of restoration. When maintained properly, pasture can provide horses with […]
Continue reading …State of Colorado Veterinary Loan Forgiveness Program Selects Six Recipients
April 8, 2024 Comments Off on State of Colorado Veterinary Loan Forgiveness Program Selects Six Recipients
By Christopher Outcalt, Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital: A state of Colorado program that helps pay off student loan debt for veterinarians who practice in underserved areas has announced six recipients for 2024. The Veterinary Education Loan Repayment Program (VELRP), was signed into law in 2017. At that time, it provided up to $70,000 to pay off student loan […]
Continue reading …Winners Announced in IEA Dear Marguerite National Essay Contest Sponsored by Lettie Teague
April 3, 2024 Comments Off on Winners Announced in IEA Dear Marguerite National Essay Contest Sponsored by Lettie Teague
Monday, April 2, 2024 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is pleased to announce the winners and honorable mentions of the Dear Marguerite National Essay Contest generously supported by a donation from acclaimed wine columnist and equestrian enthusiast, Lettie Teague. This IEA partnership with Lettie and Trafalgar Square Books paid tribute to the legacy […]
Continue reading …APHA Penalty Reference Sheets Online
April 3, 2024 Comments Off on APHA Penalty Reference Sheets Online
Individual Working Event exhibitors: Did you know you can download penalty reference sheets in the scoresheet section of the APHA website? Knowing why you are placing and scoring as you do can improve your performance! For example, standing directly in front of the horse in Showmanship is a 10-point penalty. Of course, you can plus […]
Continue reading …Secretariat’s Birthday to be Celebrated with Children’s Event March 30 at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
March 27, 2024 Comments Off on Secretariat’s Birthday to be Celebrated with Children’s Event March 30 at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
From National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will commemorate the birthday of 1973 Triple Crown winner and Hall of Fame member Secretariat with a variety of children’s activities and a special showing of the Disney film Secretariat on Saturday, March 30. The celebration will coincide with the […]
Continue reading …Horse Portal Extends Free Offer to Youth
March 22, 2024 Comments Off on Horse Portal Extends Free Offer to Youth
By Jackie Bellamy-Zions, Equine Guelph: Start Early with Sickness Prevention! Learning healthy habits early makes biosecurity second nature and that is why Equine Guelph is offering their Sickness Prevention in Horses short online course on TheHorsePortal.ca FREE to teenagers (14 – 17). The March 18 – 29 offering of this course will be open to the grass roots of […]
Continue reading …How To Pin On A Back Number for Showmanship and Halter with Jenny Jordan Frid
March 12, 2024 Comments Off on How To Pin On A Back Number for Showmanship and Halter with Jenny Jordan Frid
Our readers loved our recent reshare of the article, What Every Judge Wants You to Know About Back Numbers: So in response, we’ve consulted with Jenny Jordan Frid of Robin Frid Show Horses. Jenny is highly sought after for her expertise in Showmanship, which reflects the motto of their barn, “Exceeding Your Expectations.” Watch […]
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