Your horse’s well-being is riding on your tires. Do you know if those tires are safe? If not, here is what you need to know:
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“Some barn mates also choose to put earplugs in the horses ears. Hurricanes are extremely loud and this extra precaution can be comforting for some equines.”
Continue reading …First Equine Guests Arrive at The ARK at JFK, World’s First Animal Reception Airport Terminal
September 7, 2017 Comments Off on First Equine Guests Arrive at The ARK at JFK, World’s First Animal Reception Airport Terminal
The ARK at JFK is located at New York’s JFK on 14.4 acres and is opening up in three phases in 2017. As part of Phase 1, The ARK Pet Oasis and Equine Export Center opened January 2, 2017 and have welcomed horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, turtles, baby goats, a pot-bellied pig and many other animals. Phase 2 includes the Equine Import Quarantine (now open) and The ARK Aviary Quarantine, which is complete and awaiting final approval of the USDA.
Continue reading …Florida Temporarily Suspends Movement Requirements For Animals Heading Out of Hurricane Irma’s Path
September 7, 2017 Comments Off on Florida Temporarily Suspends Movement Requirements For Animals Heading Out of Hurricane Irma’s Path
The FDACS has temporarily suspended the intrastate movement requirements for the transportation of animals from the areas expected to be impacted by Hurricane Irma. In addition, the following states have waived their interstate import requirements for Florida, pets and livestock leaving the expected impact areas of Hurricane Irma: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee
Continue reading …Hurricane Irma Horse Resources: Evacuation Site Lists, Emergency Tips, Prep Kits
September 7, 2017 Comments Off on Hurricane Irma Horse Resources: Evacuation Site Lists, Emergency Tips, Prep Kits
Hurricane Irma is massive with tropical storm force winds extending 185 miles from its center. Just to put that into perspective, Hurricane Andrew, which devastated South Florida in 1992, had winds extending just 90 miles from its center.
Continue reading …Displaced Horses Continue to Find Shelter at Florida Ag Center and Horse Park
September 7, 2017 Comments Off on Displaced Horses Continue to Find Shelter at Florida Ag Center and Horse Park
“We were in Hurricane Andrew in 1992 and remember the devastation. It was awful, with loose and mangled horses. These horses are an important part of our family and we want to do our best to make sure they are safe. This time, we’re seeking shelter inland and evacuating 7 horses to the Florida Horse Park. Throughout this whole process, the FHP has been so pleasant and accommodating. They’ve made the process so much easier and less stressful,” said Jessica Merritt, a Hurricane Irma Evacuee from near Homestead.
Continue reading …Kentucky Horse Park Offering 200 Stalls to Hurricane Irma Evacuees
September 6, 2017 Comments Off on Kentucky Horse Park Offering 200 Stalls to Hurricane Irma Evacuees
The Kentucky Horse Park has opened stabling to horses that are being evacuated from areas expected to be impacted by Hurricane Irma. 200 stalls are available on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning today until September 17 for $20 per stall per night.
Continue reading …List of Evacuation Sites For Horses Up the Eastern Coast in Path of Hurricane Irma
September 6, 2017 Comments Off on List of Evacuation Sites For Horses Up the Eastern Coast in Path of Hurricane Irma
The Georgia Quarter Horse Association has pulled together a list of evacuation sites for horses fleeing Florida, Coastal Georgia, or South Carolina in the path of Hurricane Irma.
Continue reading …Around the Rings GQHA Novice Championship Show
September 6, 2017 Comments Off on Around the Rings GQHA Novice Championship Show
Thanks to Lisa Le e for some great photos from the Georgia Quarter Horse Association’s final Novice Championship Show of the year that recently took place August 19th in Conyers, GA.
Continue reading …Update From Europe’s Premier Western Event- AMERICANA 2017
September 6, 2017 Comments Off on Update From Europe’s Premier Western Event- AMERICANA 2017
Especially the Belgian participants were strong – both in numbers and quality: seven out of the 12 finalists came from Belgium. As the second rider of the go, Cira Baeck earned a brilliant 221.5 aboard KR When in Rome (Spooks Gotta Whiz x Crome Shiner) for owner Katarzyna Roleska.
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