Why “Coronavirus” is Different than Equine Coronavirus
February 19, 2020 Comments Off on Why “Coronavirus” is Different than Equine Coronavirus
They certainly sound similar, and that’s because a coronavirus is a microscopic strand of RNA, which is genetic material similar to DNA, wrapped in protein. When examined under a microscope, they look like they’re wearing tiny crowns, hence the name. Because this is a virus and not a bacteria, it cannot multiply on its own and must invade a host cell in order to sustain resources to make more viruses.
Continue reading …VS Goodride Named 2019 NSBA Horse of the Year
February 12, 2020 Comments Off on VS Goodride Named 2019 NSBA Horse of the Year
The 2015 AQHA stallion is owned by Brenda Gower of Lloydminster, Alberta. On his way to earning this achievement, VS GoodRide amassed 109 points and $17,554.53 in Western Pleasure, Western Riding and Trail events.
Continue reading …ApHC Nationals Moving to Indianapolis in 2021
February 11, 2020 Comments Off on ApHC Nationals Moving to Indianapolis in 2021
The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) and the Indiana State Fair Commission have signed a 3-year agreement to hold one of America’s oldest and most prestigious horse shows in Indianapolis, beginning in 2021.
Continue reading …2020 BHF Adds Yearling Longe Line, Mare Power Program, New Schedule
February 6, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 BHF Adds Yearling Longe Line, Mare Power Program, New Schedule
We will be offering our first performance class at our 2020 event: Yearling Longe Line. This class will have a purse of $25,000, which was generously donated by Headley Quarter Horses. All nominated yearlings will be eligible to participate in this class. If you have a 2019 weanling that was not nominated, please contact the BHF office. We are going to make a one-time exception and allow these horses to pay the 2019 nomination fee now, and the 2020 nomination fee, making these horses eligible for the 2020 Yearling Longe Line Class only. Foals sired by all BHF Stallions – Amateur, Open and Color Division – are eligible for this class.
Continue reading …Georgia Cook is Proud, New Owner of Multiple World and Congress Champion, Famous N Foolish
January 31, 2020 Comments Off on Georgia Cook is Proud, New Owner of Multiple World and Congress Champion, Famous N Foolish
Eight-year-old Georgia Cook has received quite a spectacular gift from her family. She is the proud, new owner of the multiple World and Congress Championship earning gelding, Famous N Foolish, that was shown to much success by the Rippeon sisters, Allie and Madeline, in 2019.
Continue reading …AQHA Approves Zimeta as Therapeutic Medication
January 28, 2020 Comments Off on AQHA Approves Zimeta as Therapeutic Medication
The American Quarter Horse Association Executive Committee has approved the use of Zimeta (dipyrone injection) as a conditionally permitted therapeutic medication under AQHA Rule VIO403 in the Official AQHA Handbook of Rules and Registrations, effective immediately.
Continue reading …MAF Awards $1 Million to Research Australian Wildfires’ Impact on Wildlife
January 25, 2020 Comments Off on MAF Awards $1 Million to Research Australian Wildfires’ Impact on Wildlife
Australia is home to more than 300 native species, most of which aren’t found anywhere else in the world. Local experts estimate the ongoing wildfires have destroyed more than 12 million acres of land and impacted between 500 and 800 million animals, including koalas. These immediate issues will soon turn into long-term effects that could drastically change the animals’ future habitat and health.
Continue reading …AVMF Will Match Australia Relief Donations Up to $50,000
January 17, 2020 Comments Off on AVMF Will Match Australia Relief Donations Up to $50,000
“As part of the global veterinary community, the AVMA and AVMF are grateful to be able to provide this critical support to our colleagues in Australia who are helping save the lives of countless animals,” said Dr. John de Jong, chair of the AVMF Board of Directors. “Our thoughts are with all those affected by this devastating disaster.”
Continue reading …Rankings For 2020 AZ Sun Circuit National Championship
January 13, 2020 Comments Off on Rankings For 2020 AZ Sun Circuit National Championship
Sun Circuit is excited to have The Equine Chronicle sponsoring the National Championships for Equitation in 2020. Farnam is the sponsor of Horsemanship, while Adequan is sponsoring Showmanship.
Continue reading …Monster Fire Blazes Across Australia- Horses, Humans in Imminent Danger
January 10, 2020 Comments Off on Monster Fire Blazes Across Australia- Horses, Humans in Imminent Danger
“I’ve had friends call me frantically saying that the fires have come up so fast that the only thing they could do is to open their gates and cut the fences to give their animals a small chance of outrunning it. When they return, they’re having to identify the remains of retired show horses or kids’ ponies by their distinctive markings.”
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