Around the Rings with Judge Becky George — 2026 South Australian QH Championship State Show
The South Australian QH Championship State Show, hosted by Circle C Western Riding Club, took place Jan 22-25, 2026, at Auburn Caravan Park. Judge Becky George from the United States joined Dressage Judge Graeme Rodda to officiate at a competition that was also a celebration of horsemen showing in a full slate of disciplines, from […]
Important Status Update: Horse Protection Act Regulations
January 28, 2026 Comments Off on Important Status Update: Horse Protection Act Regulations
From the American Horse Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., January 28, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) today announced that it will postpone the effective date for the Horse Protection Amendments final rule. Previously scheduled to take effect on February 1, 2026, several provisions of the rule have […]
Continue reading …A Year’s Worth of Excellence – 2025 NSBA Year End High Point Awards Now Official
January 27, 2026 Comments Off on A Year’s Worth of Excellence – 2025 NSBA Year End High Point Awards Now Official
𝐀 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫’𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝑬𝒙𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 with NSBA: The 2025 NSBA Year-End High Point Awards are now official! These titles recognize consistency, dedication and excellence across a full season of competition, honoring the horses and exhibitors who showed up and delivered all year long. Congratulations to everyone who earned a place at the top of the […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Having Fun to the Nth Degree in 10 Degrees
January 27, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Having Fun to the Nth Degree in 10 Degrees
Our snow day challenge has been accepted! Meet AQHA gelding Luke out having some fun in the snow on this 10 degree day with Erin (rider) and Colton (in sled) Patterson. Thank you to Erin, Colton, and Luke for the fun photo! If you have a great photo of the day, please email us: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: When Life Gives You Snow
January 26, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: When Life Gives You Snow
“When we’re not showing in the summer… we are playing in the winter…” says Lisa Terry. This is Lisa with Sent Me A Loper. aka “Jack!” Thank you to Lisa for the fantastic photo, first posted by us in 2024! Photo by Copper Arrow Photography of Seymour, Wisconsin. We know many of you are inundated by snow […]
Continue reading …Generations Of Excellence – Inside Pickard Hanson Show Horses
January 26, 2026 Comments Off on Generations Of Excellence – Inside Pickard Hanson Show Horses
A childhood cancer diagnosis is tragic, but for some, aspects of the journey help shape their adult lives.
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By Bree Hokana This precious LEGACY continues on… Filled with many emotions, this story is about overcoming tragedy and walking in FAITH, and believing for miracles…. On February 18th, 2025, my heart shattered into what felt like a million pieces. IMA BLOND INVESTMENT aka “Blondie” ate her breakfast, and was acting normal and made a […]
Continue reading …Sun Circuit & WestWorld Requirements For Stall Coverings
January 25, 2026 Comments Off on Sun Circuit & WestWorld Requirements For Stall Coverings
Exhibitors Please Note: The Scottsdale Fire Marshall will be strictly enforcing the Scottsdale fire code at the 2026 Sun Circuit. All ceiling coverings for tack stalls must meet NFPA-701. Melt away products by Rose brand will be the only acceptable ceiling coverings allowed in the stall areas. 10×10’s pop ups on the exterior of barns are acceptable. They […]
Continue reading …Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association 2025 Awards Banquet
January 24, 2026 Comments Off on Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association 2025 Awards Banquet
Congratulations to all the 2025 year-end winners of the Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association! The AQHA affiliate held their PQHA Annual Awards banquet honoring the hard work and success of its members on January 17, 2026, at the Wyndham Hotel and Mt View Country Club in Boalsburg, PA. Keep scrolling for selected pages of the awards program, as […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: EC Proud in California
January 24, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: EC Proud in California
Pacific Quarter Horse Association Youth President Madison Renfro is showing off her Equine Chronicle style with Jesica Rabbit, aka “Nova!” We love it, Madison!If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
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