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In Loving Memory of Dont Ask Just Watch

April 25, 2023 Comments Off

Our deepest condolences on the loss of Dont Ask Just Watch extend to Drew and Kate Emnett and family, the Yoak family, and all whose lives were touched by the loss of “Spanky.” The 2000 APHA and PtHA Sorrel Tobiano Gelding by Dont Skip Zip and out of Jet of Gold touched many lives, earning over 3700 […]

Remembering Doc Blodgett

March 29, 2023 Comments Off

AQHA SANTO, TEXAS – Friends, family, colleagues and equine community members are invited to celebrate the life of Dr. Glenn Paul Blodgett on Friday, April 21, 2023. The Celebration of Life event will take place at 2 p.m. in the Round Up Inn Room at Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibit Hall located in the Will Rogers Memorial […]

Sincerest Condolences on the Passing of APHA Great, Iron Chef

March 23, 2023 Comments Off

Iron Chef 2005-2023 APHA Gelding Iron Chef, owned by Michelle and Sheila Bauer, was laid to rest March 22, 2023. He was the 2007 Reichert Color Champion, 2011 APHA Reserve World Champion Senior Western Pleasure, 2011 APHA Reserve World Champion Amateur Western Pleasure, and earner of 466 APHA Western Pleasure points and 103 APHA Hunter […]

The Legacy of Ralph L. “Larry” Roberts, Sr.

March 21, 2023 Comments Off

That is your legacy on this Earth when you leave this Earth: how many hearts you touched. ~ Patti Davis Ralph L. “Larry” Roberts, Sr., Aug. 23, 1945 – March 19, 2023 By Delores Kuhlwein Leaving a legacy for others in one industry is a mighty feat, but leaving a legacy for others in each […]

In Loving Memory of Kathleen Lennon, DVM

March 16, 2023 Comments Off

By Maria McKeon It is with soul-searing pain and anguish that we announce the sudden death of our beloved Doctor Kathleen Lennon on March 13, 2023 (age 33). Kathleen was born in Hartford, Connecticut on May 24, 1989 (age 33). She was the daughter of Maria McKeon and Will Lennon, older sister to Craig and […]

A Loving Tribute to All Time Vandal

January 12, 2023 Comments Off

By Lauren Maupin This isn’t something I ever thought I would be writing. Maybe in 20 years when he was old and grey, but here I am. It is with absolute devastation that I have to announce that due to an unforeseen complication coming out of a routine procedure Graffiti had to be humanely euthanized. I […]

From Trailer Accident To World Champion – Cadillac In Black Humanely Euthanized

January 12, 2023 Comments Off

By Diane Chilton-Harper On January 4, 2023, Cadillac In Black, belonging to Kyla Jackson of Vacaville, California, was humanely euthanized due to founder. The black horse with no white markings had foundered right before Christmas and was under the professional care of Dr. Hannah Carter at Dr. Tony Rocconi’s Mid South Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery in Tioga, […]

In Loving Memory of Gallant Zippo

January 10, 2023 Comments Off

By Rachel Goffard I am completely heartbroken to report Gallant Zippo, Gilly, suffered a paddock injury on 1/6/23 and had to be humanly euthanized on 1/10/23. No one can prepare you for a loss this great. Gilly has saved us in so many ways. He has the biggest heart and personality of any horse we […]

In Loving Memory of “Im With You”

January 6, 2023 Comments Off

By Chelsea E Carlson It is hard to find the right words in the face of shock, denial, grief, and loss. Yesterday evening I received a call no one wants to get. In the blink of an eye, and in the day to day monotony, all it takes is for one thing to go slightly […]

In Loving Memory of Lenas Wimpys Rooster

January 5, 2023 Comments Off

By Delores Kuhlwein Palomino horses have been cherished throughout history by the likes of emperors, Spanish Conquistadors, in Greek mythology, and even by Hollywood for its western movies. The “Golden Horse” has become a treasured symbol not only for its color, but also due to the countless great horses display the beautiful gold coat […]