Southland Circuit AQHA Show Cancelled Due to Facility Closure From Coronavirus
March 12, 2020 Comments Off on Southland Circuit AQHA Show Cancelled Due to Facility Closure From Coronavirus
Show management was prepared to go ahead with the show; however, because it was to be held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum facility of Middle Tennessee State University, the campus has now been closed to outside events.
Continue reading …APHA Show in Conjunction With Houston Livestock Show Cancelled
March 12, 2020 Comments Off on APHA Show in Conjunction With Houston Livestock Show Cancelled
Scheduled events for Wednesday, March 11, will continue, but all HLSR programs will be cancelled for the remainder of the event. This means that while Paint barrel racers will complete their runs that are taking place on March 11, other portions of the APHA-approved Paint Horse show taking place at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will be cancelled.
Continue reading …27 People Charged in Horse Doping Ring, Largest to be Prosecuted in the US.
March 12, 2020 Comments Off on 27 People Charged in Horse Doping Ring, Largest to be Prosecuted in the US.
According to multiple news outlets, 27 horse trainers, veterinarians, and barn staff have been implicated in what is being called the largest horse doping ring to be prosecuted in the United States.
Continue reading …Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Cancelled Due to Coronavirus Concerns
March 11, 2020 Comments Off on Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Cancelled Due to Coronavirus Concerns
“The Rodeo is deeply saddened; however, the safety and well-being of our guests and our community is our top priority. Out of precaution, the City has decided that this is the best course of action for our community.”
Continue reading …Multiple World Champion Sire, Valentino, Laid to Rest
March 11, 2020 Comments Off on Multiple World Champion Sire, Valentino, Laid to Rest
Valentino, Multiple World Champion sire, was humanely laid to rest on Tuesday, March 10th after a long illness. Our sincerest condolences go out to owner, June Rhea, and Lonn and Kathy Smallwood on the loss of their magnificent stallion.
Continue reading …2020 AQHA Convention Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Concerns
March 9, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 AQHA Convention Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Concerns
“We’ve made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s convention, based on the latest reports concerning the coronavirus,” said Craig Huffhines, AQHA executive vice president. “We are deeply concerned for the health and safety of the convention’s registrants from around the world and AQHA staff who must travel to Las Vegas for the event.”
Continue reading …New AQHA Guidelines and Rules For Drugs and Medications
March 4, 2020 Comments Off on New AQHA Guidelines and Rules For Drugs and Medications
This new resource includes advice about understanding the AQHA Equine Drugs and Medications Rules and applying it in practical situations. The purpose is to help accommodate legitimate therapy in compliance with the requirements of the rules. It is important to note, these are only guidelines to serve as an educational supplement. It is important to consult a licensed veterinarian in determining whether a particular substance is required for the welfare of a horse and when determining the dosage appropriate for such horse under AQHA’s rules.
Continue reading …11 Rules Passed at 2020 APHA Convention
March 2, 2020 Comments Off on 11 Rules Passed at 2020 APHA Convention
On March 1, APHA national directors voted on 14 rule change proposals that advance to the floor for consideration at the 2020 APHA Convention, which took place February 28–March 1 in Fort Worth, Texas. Most rules will go into effect with the 2021 APHA Rule Book (rules with early implementation requested are noted below).
Continue reading …New Requirements For Equine Infectious Anemia Testing
February 28, 2020 Comments Off on New Requirements For Equine Infectious Anemia Testing
By April 15, 2020, veterinarians must use the current federal approved forms or approved systems (i.e. VS Form 10-11 dated Feb 2018 or VSPS e10-11 form) Contact your local animal health official to obtain current forms.
Continue reading …Farewell 2020 Silver Dollar Circuit- BIG Announcement About 2021
February 27, 2020 Comments Off on Farewell 2020 Silver Dollar Circuit- BIG Announcement About 2021
The show will be moving to its new dates- January 15th-20th for 2021! the momentum and excitement from the new Silver Series will carry over to the Silver Dollar next year where exhibitors will be able to manage the schedules of the Silver Dollar and Sun Circuit more easily with a larger break in between.
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