Heza Secret Agent was a horse for the record books. Although this multiple World Champion, 2009 stallion by The Top Secret and out of Just Georgina only produced five foal crops before his untimely passing, his ability to pass on his magnificent conformation, presence, and personality is legendary, and his contributions to the Quarter Horse breed will enhance the Halter world for generations to come.
Continue reading …#BestBuckeyeEver is Underway and Crowning Big Money Champions
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on #BestBuckeyeEver is Underway and Crowning Big Money Champions
The Open Division Champion was Brianna Merklin winning $800. Reserve was Cora Wyers winning $300. In the Rookie Division, Abby Wirick won $800 and Matthew Siefker was Reserve winning $300.
Continue reading …DMSO – So Many Ways To Help Your Horse
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on DMSO – So Many Ways To Help Your Horse
Most trainers and horse owners rely on various types of medications for treating leg injuries and soreness in equine athletes. One favorite “all purpose” product is DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide).
Continue reading …Can You Have a DIY Horse and Compete Successfully at the Majors?
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on Can You Have a DIY Horse and Compete Successfully at the Majors?
“My family has experienced some preconceived notions because of the fact that we do it ourselves. When we first went out on our own, a few people didn’t think we were capable of maintaining our horses. I believe this was due to the common misconception that, in this industry, you need a well-known professional behind you in order to do well.”
Continue reading …Color Choice Futurity Kicks Off First Leg at ABRA World Championship Show Next Week
July 17, 2018 Comments Off on Color Choice Futurity Kicks Off First Leg at ABRA World Championship Show Next Week
“With the long wait period to raise and train performance horses before they get to the show pen, we have structured the CCF program to better fit the needs of our owners and exhibitors. We have eliminated the Mare Nominations and Weanling Nominations.”
Continue reading …Mile High Club – Shaking Up the Hunter World as a Triple Threat
July 17, 2018 Comments Off on Mile High Club – Shaking Up the Hunter World as a Triple Threat
There’s nothing that captures the attention of the Quarter Horse industry quite like a promising new stallion. Stallions are our future, and the most celebrated studs have a lasting impact on the direction of the entire industry – setting standards and trends in movement, appearance, and temperament that can last for decades.
Continue reading …MAQHA Corporate Challenge Exceeds All Expectations
July 16, 2018 Comments Off on MAQHA Corporate Challenge Exceeds All Expectations
The event decided to shake things up a bit this year with a new schedule, new flat rate for NSBA classes, inaugural Longe Line classes, 15 $500 added money classes, fun social events, and much more. The result was a six show event, July 11-15, that boasted 4,000 total entries for 1st split/combined show, 1,212 AQHA entries per judge, 196 total Showmanship runs, and plenty of happy exhibitors.
Continue reading …Decoding Rabicano – A Study of Equine Genetics
July 16, 2018 Comments Off on Decoding Rabicano – A Study of Equine Genetics
At the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, in the Brooks Equine Genetic Lab, a team of graduate and undergraduate students, as well as a Ph.D. student, overseen by Dr. Samantha Brooks, a specialist in equine genetics, are working together to determine the genetic makeup specific to horses with the rabicano coat pattern.
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A trainer who is willing to learn from, or allow their student to learn from someone else, is the only kind of trainer I will ever be interested in working with, because that’s someone who seeks to become a more rounded and professional equestrian trainer. You see, within certain levels of the competitive equine industry, there comes an understanding and trust between trainers. It’s not about “poaching” clients, but about sharing learning, and specifically sharing learning with clients that are seeking to learn.
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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.
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