2016 APHA Director Election Open: Vote Today!
September 15, 2016 Comments Off on 2016 APHA Director Election Open: Vote Today!
Voting for the 2017 APHA National Director election is now open, via the secure voting site ElectionBuddy.com. APHA members—the choice is in your hands: every director position is open during this election, and elected directors will serve a three-year term from 2017 to 2020.
Continue reading …Believe the RUMERZ, Heza Secret Agent Has a New Home With Headley Family
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on Believe the RUMERZ, Heza Secret Agent Has a New Home With Headley Family
The Board of Directors of the Breeders Halter Futurity is pleased to announce the purchase of a BHF Amateur Slot and the AQHA stallion, Heza Secret Agent, by Kathy and Steve Headley from Brinkmann Ranch.
Continue reading …The Horse That Built Me: Part 1- Sunny
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on The Horse That Built Me: Part 1- Sunny
This summer, I’ve attempted to revisit the horses that built me: the horses that I’ve owned and leased over the course of my life. They are the horses who shaped my experiences, personality, and childhood. I wanted to take their portraits to immortalize the memories I have with them.
Continue reading …Do You Enjoy Trail Riding? If So, Keep an Eye on the National Forest Trail Bill
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on Do You Enjoy Trail Riding? If So, Keep an Eye on the National Forest Trail Bill
“The recreational horse industry contributes $32 billion a year to the economy and supports nearly 435,000 jobs nationwide,” said American Horse Council President Julie Broadway. “The industry is dependent on access to public lands and well maintained trails and the current Forest Service trail maintenance backlog is a serious threat to equestrians and all recreational users’ ability to enjoy our Nation’s Forests.
Continue reading …A Special Equine Chronicle-Themed Gift!
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on A Special Equine Chronicle-Themed Gift!
AQHA competitor, Katie Mitchell, received the most thoughtful gift over the weekend from her husband, JT Mitchell. Recently, Katie was featured in the August/September edition of The Equine Chronicle in Part 2 of our series- “To Go Pro or Stay Non-Pro?” JT decided to memorialize a copy of the magazine article as a special keepsake […]
Continue reading …Results and Photos from 2016 American Royal- 4,600 Entries
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on Results and Photos from 2016 American Royal- 4,600 Entries
Judging the event were Brent Tincher, Jeff Greaves, Valerie Kearns, Glenn Wells, John Boxell, and Brendan Brown. In what has become a trend across the country, the largest class sizes were found in the leveled classes.
Continue reading …Two Treatments to Reduce Equine Joint Inflammation
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on Two Treatments to Reduce Equine Joint Inflammation
The daily activities of horses in training can lead to everyday wear and tear on the joint, which results in synovial membrane and joint capsule inflammation (synovitis and capsulitis). In most cases of equine OA, it’s this stress on the joint that initiates the process.
Continue reading …Show Me Again Bringing High End Consignments to Four Upcoming Majors
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on Show Me Again Bringing High End Consignments to Four Upcoming Majors
Show Me Again will be attending four major shows this fall. Send your consignments in now! Our booth will be set up at the following shows:
Continue reading …Select Non-Pro Walk Trot, Non Pro Ranch Classes Added to 2016 Appaloosa World Show
September 14, 2016 Comments Off on Select Non-Pro Walk Trot, Non Pro Ranch Classes Added to 2016 Appaloosa World Show
The show features a wide array of classes including jumping, cattle, halter, western pleasure, ranch, and unique-to-the-breed horse-against-horse speed events. The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) is pleased to announce the addition of select non-pro walk/trot classes and non-pro ranch classes to this year’s show roster.
Continue reading …Congratulations Juliana Blackburn-Baskin on Engagement!
September 13, 2016 Comments Off on Congratulations Juliana Blackburn-Baskin on Engagement!
Our friend, Juliana Blackburn-Baskin, is used to receiving blues in the show pen, and her new fiancé helped continue that tradition over her birthday weekend! Congratulations to Juliana and Anish Arora on their engagement!
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