One of the most anticipated events of the year for the Halter horse industry, the Breeders’ Halter Futurity (BHF), held September 13-17 in Des Moines, Iowa, is offering new and exciting additions for 2017.
Continue reading …A big congratulations goes to Aaron Moses who rode It’s A Pretty Thing to a $15,000 payday this afternoon at the Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Madness Show in Wilmington, Ohio. Aaron Moses was in the saddle for owner, Amy Gumz.
Continue reading …Your veterinarian stands up after inspecting your horse’s long, delicate legs, and you shudder when he says your horse has a suspensory injury. Years ago, that diagnosis was almost a black flag for any horse’s career, but now, veterinary advances have made rehabilitation and recovery from a suspensory injury just a blip on the radar.
Continue reading …Seafood, surf, sand, seagulls, and sun are just part of one of the best horse shows in the world. The Sun and Surf AQHA show in Del Mar, California is the perfect picture of luxury, fun, and, of course, amazing horses.
Continue reading …Effective immediately, the “use of any drug, chemical, foreign substance, surgical procedure or trauma that would alter a horse’s normal tail function”be added to the prohibited inhumane practices set forth in AQHA Rule VIO204.
Continue reading …There are few things that can bring an entire show community together quite like the wide-toothed grin of a small fry exhibitor. While everyone seems to have a favorite rider to cheer for, the competitive nature of the horse show eases a bit when these youngsters take center stage.
Continue reading …The lazy days of summer are here again, and AQHA competitors took full advantage of the time off to enjoy the Lazy Days Circuit that recently took place May 11-14 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. Judges for the four-day event were Keith Miller, Marty Jo Hayes, Leonard Berryhill, and Libby Michaud.
Continue reading …The U.S. Tax Court is a critically important institution. It is the the most common forum in which taxpayers litigate federal tax disputes. The court frequently decides IRS assertions that the taxpayer understated the correct tax liability, resulting in a tax “deficiency.”
Continue reading …Show Manager Terri Wirthlin is excited to announce the addition of dual-approved APHA/NSBA classes to the schedule for youth, amateur, and open divisions as well as NSBA All-Breed futurities with $5,000 added money and just a $100 entry fee.
Continue reading …During the Challenge, an estimated $10,000 in scholarship money was awarded to youth competitors. The winner of the Small Fry division was Emma Gore with He’s Suddenly Handsom, receiving $1,000. The Reserve Champion was Addison Icenhour with Lovin This Potential, receiving $500. The Novice Youth Champion was Faith Dilillo with Willy Quite Precious, receiving $1,000. The Reserve Champion was Natalie Hilty with Rock On Mr Cool, winning $500.
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