In Loving Memory of Robbie Schroeder
January 9, 2021 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Robbie Schroeder
Schroeder will forever be recognized throughout the industry as a true horseman for all disciplines. He has conquered every event and has a proven show record of 100+ world and reserve world championships in AQHA, American Paint Horse Association and Appaloosa Horse Club; the World’s Greatest Horseman reserve title, and National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity limited open and reserve champion titles. In 1999, Schroeder was awarded the AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year title.
Continue reading …APHA Judge Emeritus Charlie Sasser Has Passed
December 15, 2020 Comments Off on APHA Judge Emeritus Charlie Sasser Has Passed
Charlie Sasser, a lifetime APHA member, longtime state director and Paint promoter from Seguin, Texas, died December 13 following a battle with COVID-19.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of The Snooty Fox (1991-2020)
December 15, 2020 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of The Snooty Fox (1991-2020)
The Snooty Fox passed away peacefully the morning after my now husband, Jordan, and I got married. Although there is never a good time to lose an animal, I personally felt the timing couldn’t have been more heartbreaking. From the high to the low, it was the most emotional 24 hours of my life. As I have tried to process it all, I can’t help but feel maybe Snooty knew all along.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Sensational Blonde
November 5, 2020 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Sensational Blonde
“She was more than a horse, more than a teammate, and more than a friend… She was family. Until I see you again my sweet girl, my best gal, all my heart.”
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Nearly Chocolate
October 12, 2020 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Nearly Chocolate
He wasn’t just an exceptional partner for Bella. He was a member of the family. “He was our family pet,” Jennifer says. “He loved licorice. Bella often shared it with him, ‘Lady and the Tramp’ style. There are not many horses you could trust that way.”
Continue reading …Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Billy Allen
October 3, 2020 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Billy Allen
“Billy was an outstanding horseman in the true nature of the word,” declared noted trainer and AQHA judge Al Dunning. “He competed to the highest level in many events and was an icon in AQHA. Billy was a gentleman, a great family man and a real cowboy.”
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Design By Leaguer
September 21, 2020 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Design By Leaguer
We’re saddened by the death of another great show horse that passed away recently. Design By Leaguer was born April 15, 1993, lived a tremendous life and show career, and passed September 20th, 2020 at the ripe, old age of 27.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Only Temptation
September 21, 2020 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Only Temptation
We were so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Emily Maul’s beloved, gray gelding, Only Temptation. We have had the pleasure of interviewing Emily about “Lefty” for many years now. Our thoughts and prayers are with her during this sad time. Scroll below to see some of our favorite articles and photos that […]
Continue reading …APHA Hall of Fame Member- Ray Graves- Has Passed
August 29, 2020 Comments Off on APHA Hall of Fame Member- Ray Graves- Has Passed
As a teenager, Ray Graves decided he wanted to be a cowboy, and he never looked back. Though he first roped aboard Quarter Horses, it wasn’t long before Ray bought his first Paint Horse, a mare named Waheni for his wife, Delois. The duo found quick success, and Ray purchased his first stallion, Sky Top Bar, in 1968.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of RL Talk About Sudden
August 24, 2020 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of RL Talk About Sudden
“You’d rarely see me without a smile as I was going down the line with him. What I would give to do that one more time…”
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