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Results and Photos From Inaugural Classic

September 9, 2021 Comments Off

Last weekend marked the inaugural Classic horse show, hosted by Texas Quarter Horse Association, which took place September 1-5 in Fort Worth, Texas. The event provided six sets of AQHA points and two sets of NSBA points. Judges were Brent Maxwell, Judd Paul, Eric Hubbard, Jon Barry, Kelly Chapman, and Valerie Kearns.

Photos and Results From IPHA Fall Futurity

September 8, 2021 Comments Off

By: Brittany Bevis The Illinois Paint Horse Association helped usher in the Fall Futurity season with their IPHA Paint-O-Rama and Fall Breeders Futurity Show September 3-5. The event took place at Gordyville USA in Gifford, Illinois. Judges for the show included David Parlier, Gigi Bailey, Lisa Moden, and Shaun Gloude. Congratulations is in order for […]

What’s Your Favorite Snack to Share With Your Horse?

September 7, 2021 Comments Off

Traditional treats for horses include produce, like apples and carrots, and sweets like sugar cubes and cookies. But show horses are a special variety of equine and often partake in more unusual snacking options, due to their time spent traveling to horse shows around the country.

EC TV- How to Braid a Mane For Hunt Seat

September 6, 2021 Comments Off

Non-pro competitor and braider extraordinaire, Meghan Tierney, shows the proper procedure for braiding a horse’s mane for Hunt Seat competition. Click on the link below to watch the full video as she explains her expert tips and tricks, including yarn selection, helpful tools, and the step-by-step process.

Use Fear-Setting to Conquer Your Next Horse Show

September 3, 2021 Comments Off

By defining your fear and examining it in a logical manner, you can gain some clarity about why you are fearful in the first place.

Back in Tulsa, 2021 Nationals and Appaloosa Youth World Show is a BIG Success

September 2, 2021 Comments Off

Now in its 73rd year, the 2021 show saw an increase from the 2019 show in horses, entries, and exhibitors across all categories, with an amazing 67% increase in Non-Pro entries.

Behind the Scenes Fun From 2021 NSBA World Show

September 1, 2021 Comments Off

Thanks to Beth Foster-Hattan, we have a variety of candid photos to share from behind the scenes at the recent NSBA World Show. Scroll below to view them all. If you’d like to share your horse show photos with us, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.

WARNING: Just Posting a Sign Will Not Protect Your Horse Business

August 31, 2021 Comments Off

Contrary to popular belief, equine laws do not prevent horse owners and professionals from being sued. Instead, these laws provide a statutory defense that can be asserted by a defendant to a lawsuit. Even if successful with a statutory defense, defending a lawsuit can be stressful, time-consuming, and expensive. In some states, to be protected under the law, a horse owner or professional must obtain a written document with the law’s warning notice clearly printed on it signed by the participant or post a sign stating the law in a visible location near the equine activity.

Helping Youth in Need- The Legacy of a Horse Named Blueberry

August 30, 2021 Comments Off

“Whether it’s reminding someone to put their numbers on, to helping work out how to run through a pattern class, or ultimately allowing a youth, who deserves a chance, to compete at the highest level, we all can play a part.”

Feeding Performance Horses in 5 Easy Steps

August 27, 2021 Comments Off

Okay, let’s get real: While nutrition is one of the most important ways to influence any animal’s health, feeding horses is not rocket science, and we tend to overcomplicate equine nutrition.