$165,000 in Scholarships Up For Grabs at AjPHA Youth World Show
April 26, 2016 Comments Off on $165,000 in Scholarships Up For Grabs at AjPHA Youth World Show
That includes at least $1,300 worth of scholarships awarded in each world championship class in 2016—more in some cases, thanks to generous sponsors—as well as special scholarship awards for our all-around winners, high-point horse judgers, sportsmanship winner and more.
Continue reading …Unique Opportunity- Receive $1,000 Per Head For Housing/Gentling Mustangs
April 25, 2016 Comments Off on Unique Opportunity- Receive $1,000 Per Head For Housing/Gentling Mustangs
Approved horsemen and women will be expected to halter train each horse or burro, while teaching trailer loading and unloading, and preparing the animal for future farrier work. After the training requirements are met, the participant is responsible for finding an adopter for the gentled animal, which is available to the public for $125.
Continue reading …IEA National Finals Competition Recap- Day 3
April 25, 2016 Comments Off on IEA National Finals Competition Recap- Day 3
Saturday, April 23, 2016, Lexington, Kentucky — Featured in today’s show was the “Parade of Teams,” where each of the competing IEA Teams marched through the arena displaying their unbelievable spirit. During the ceremony, the IEA announced the winners of the Horseman’s Knowledge Test, the Holy Innocents’ Horsemanship Test (both presented by the United States Pony […]
Continue reading …How to Qualify For AQHA Youth World Show, Deadline is April 30th
April 25, 2016 Comments Off on How to Qualify For AQHA Youth World Show, Deadline is April 30th
Aside from earning points to nationally qualify, you might be able to qualify through your state or provincial affiliate. Contact information is listed at www.aqha.com/affiliates.
Continue reading …Lush, Spring Pastures Causing Concern? SmartLamina™ Pellets May be the Answer for Hoof Health
April 25, 2016 Comments Off on Lush, Spring Pastures Causing Concern? SmartLamina™ Pellets May be the Answer for Hoof Health
Although nice to look at, when it comes to horse health, lush grass can mean numerous management challenges. Spring grass can have high levels of sugars, including fructans, and over-indulging may put horses at risk for serious health issues. Fortunately, SmartPak has a revolutionary supplement for hoof health called SmartLamina™ Pellets, which are carefully designed to support laminar integrity.
Continue reading …Miniature Horse Receives Artificial Hoof Following Dog Attack
April 25, 2016 Comments Off on Miniature Horse Receives Artificial Hoof Following Dog Attack
One month after the surgery, Shine was fitted with an artificial hoof from OrthoPets, a company in Westminster, Colo., that specializes in animal prostheses. Shine will be the fourth miniature horse to receive an OrthoPets hoof, which looks like a narrow ski boot with a foam liner and bike-tire treads.
Continue reading …Results and Around the Ring Photos From IQHYA Show
April 25, 2016 Comments Off on Results and Around the Ring Photos From IQHYA Show
Thanks to Mark Harrell Horse Shows we have complete results and photos to share from the IQHYA Show that took place April 21-24 in Cloverdale, Indiana. Judges for the show were Andrea Simons, Liz Baker, Suzy Jeane, Sara Simons, Rob Meneely, Tracy Willis, Lori Gingrich, Marty Jo Hays, and Daren Wright. According to MHHS, the show recorded 7,000 […]
Continue reading …Congratulations AQHA Level 1 WEST Champions!
April 25, 2016 Comments Off on Congratulations AQHA Level 1 WEST Champions!
AQHA Publicity Farnam All-Around Amateur Owner/Exhibitor: Brittany Runyan of Loveland, Colorado Horse: Blazin Wilma, 2009 bay mare (Blazing Hot-Dont Miss This Lady by Dont Skip Zip) Breeder: Jack Medows of Cuba, Missouri Farnam All-Around Select Amateur Owner/Exhibitor: Kim Burrell Gutowski of Littleton, Colorado Horse: Toucht, a 2011 bay gelding (A Touch Of Sudden-Miss Zippo Chex by Zippo Pine Chex) Breeder: Robert […]
Continue reading …Second Day Recap From 2016 IEA National Finals
April 22, 2016 Comments Off on Second Day Recap From 2016 IEA National Finals
Riders, age 11-19, competed individually in Hunt Seat on the Flat, Western Reining and Western Horsemanship classes. IEA’s format requires each rider to draw a horse on the day of the competition and, with no opportunity to familiarize himself or herself with the horse, step into the show ring.
Continue reading …Farrier Describes Challenges of Being a Female in Blacksmithing Industry
April 22, 2016 Comments Off on Farrier Describes Challenges of Being a Female in Blacksmithing Industry
“I think one of the major roadblocks for me was gender. I had more than one male farrier refuse to have me ride with them purely because I was a woman.” She went on to explain that she was often the focal point of the farrier visit when horse owners and stable managers would exclaim, “Oh! A female farrier. I haven’t seen one of those.”
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