AQHA Accepting Location Bids For 2018-2020 Adequan World Show
December 8, 2016 Comments Off on AQHA Accepting Location Bids For 2018-2020 Adequan World Show
The inaugural AQHA Select World Championship Show was held in 2003 in Amarillo, where it has remained since that time.
Continue reading …Should You Give Your Horse Winter Freedom?
December 7, 2016 Comments Off on Should You Give Your Horse Winter Freedom?
Check your horse under his blanket for sweating; a blanket somewhat inhibits the hair coat’s natural ability to protect against cold[i], so a sweaty blanket that freezes makes it very difficult for the horse to stay warm.
Continue reading …Johnna Dobbs’ Fashion Roundup at 2016 NFR
December 7, 2016 Comments Off on Johnna Dobbs’ Fashion Roundup at 2016 NFR
The 2016 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo is well underway in Las Vegas, Nevada, and horse enthusiasts from around the globe are enjoying some of the best rodeo competition Sin City has to offer. But that’s only one part of the NFR experience. Concerts with country music legends, exciting nightlife at glamorous venues, and some of the best […]
Continue reading …$50,000 Added to Cattle Classes at 2017 Sun Circuit
December 7, 2016 Comments Off on $50,000 Added to Cattle Classes at 2017 Sun Circuit
Competitors have the opportunity to win thousands at the 2017 Sun Circuit, which will take place March 4-12 at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Continue reading …BIG Changes Coming to APHA’s Amateur Program in 2017
December 7, 2016 Comments Off on BIG Changes Coming to APHA’s Amateur Program in 2017
A Masters exhibitor may show up to two different horses in group/rail classes: one in Amateur and one in Masters. Masters exhibitors must choose which horse to show if the class is combined by show management.
Continue reading …New Product- WATER REPELLENT Fleece Riding Breeches For Winter
December 6, 2016 Comments Off on New Product- WATER REPELLENT Fleece Riding Breeches For Winter
Made with a technical four-way stretch micro-poly knit fabric that has a soft velour interior against the skin for maximum comfort and warmth with a smooth anti-cling finished face that prevents shavings and debris from sticking to you. Water repellent finish ensures a dry comfy and warm ride.
Continue reading …New Amateur Progeny Rewards Program Coming to Breeders’ Halter Futurity in the New Year
December 6, 2016 Comments Off on New Amateur Progeny Rewards Program Coming to Breeders’ Halter Futurity in the New Year
This program will pay additional bonus money to weanling foals (eligible for the Amateur Weanling Classes) that are purchased directly from one of the current Amateur Stallion owners.
Continue reading …Custodian Turned Devoted Horse Caretaker
December 6, 2016 Comments Off on Custodian Turned Devoted Horse Caretaker
“When I am in their company, I feel like I am at home with my family,” he said.
Continue reading …Pinto Horse Association® Announces New SOAR Program
December 6, 2016 Comments Off on Pinto Horse Association® Announces New SOAR Program
Participants’ credits, whether hours, points or both, are added together and kept on a SOAR account and by submitting a reporting form. As participants move up to each new level with your Pinto, a certificate and the prize that coincides with that milestone will be delivered.
Continue reading …Raise Your Level of Awareness While Riding Your Horse
December 6, 2016 Comments Off on Raise Your Level of Awareness While Riding Your Horse
Too many people ride “mindlessly,” that is, they don’t pay attention to their hands or hand movement, or what their horse is doing underneath them. I’ve told my amateur and youth riders, for years, that the best riders don’t ride along bumping their horse’s face and talking to their friends, unless they can talk and really pay attention to their hands and horse.
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