APHA EC Revises Youth World Show Ownership Policy
September 4, 2015 Comments Off on APHA EC Revises Youth World Show Ownership Policy
Following review of horse ownership statistics from the 2015 AjPHA Youth World Championship Show, the APHA Executive Committee recently modified the horse ownership requirements for exhibitors competing at the breed’s premier Youth show.
Continue reading …Our Condolences Following the Passing of AQHA Stallion, Zips Chocolate Chip
September 4, 2015 Comments Off on Our Condolences Following the Passing of AQHA Stallion, Zips Chocolate Chip
His many fans in the industry will remember numerous impressive performances, like when he was crowned the Reserve Congress Champion as a two-year-old at the 1987 All American Quarter Horse Congress, while Ann passed out delicious chocolate chip cookies to his supporters in the stands.
Continue reading …Underwater Horse Sculptures Will be Revealed Only by the Rising Tide
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on Underwater Horse Sculptures Will be Revealed Only by the Rising Tide
The four horses and their riders, two businessmen and two children, will only be visible to the eye at low tide.
Continue reading …Who Are Selects? Reflecting On My World Show Journey
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on Who Are Selects? Reflecting On My World Show Journey
Selects are kind to each other. Selects make friends fast. Selects whistle and clap for the runs, even if they don’t know the exhibitor. Select finalists accept their awards with a smile.
Continue reading …WCHA Announces 2nd Annual World Champion Conformation Classes to be Held at AQHA World Show
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on WCHA Announces 2nd Annual World Champion Conformation Classes to be Held at AQHA World Show
“We are pleased to announce that WCHA & AQHA have once again joined together to make these classes possible,” said Greg Holden, World Conformation Horse Association President. “Much time and effort has been spent by both WCHA and AQHA to help grow and improve our industry, and we think the Owner Breeder is a significant contributor to the growth of the industry and the Breed Registry’s success, worthy of significant recognition.”
Continue reading …2015 AQHA Select World Update: Big Wins Go To Johns, Chown, Bucholz, Garnett, Habighorst, Coon and More!
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AQHA Select World Update: Big Wins Go To Johns, Chown, Bucholz, Garnett, Habighorst, Coon and More!
As the 2015 AQHA Select World Show quickly draws to a close in Amarillo, TX, there are many newly crowned World Champions to congratulate! This first big winner this morning was crowned during a tough Tim Kimura Trail finals. Winning the class with a score of 234 was Susan Johns with Heza Radical Zip.
Continue reading …Kimes Ranch Blog: Ultimate QH Congress Packing List
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on Kimes Ranch Blog: Ultimate QH Congress Packing List
Kimes Ranch Blog: Ultimate QH Congress Packing List
Continue reading …What Horse Owners NEED to Know About EPM
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on What Horse Owners NEED to Know About EPM
Many signs of EPM mimic those of other equine disorders that affect the central nervous system, such as wobbler syndrome, rabies, West Nile virus, equine herpesvirus and equine motor neuron disease. Clinical signs of EPM range from extremely subtle to severe.
Continue reading …The O-Scan- New MRI System Designed Specifically For High Quality Horse Images
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on The O-Scan- New MRI System Designed Specifically For High Quality Horse Images
The O-Scan is a high-resolution MRI system for diagnostic imaging using a low-field magnet. The MRI is capable of imaging extremities, from the foot to the hock (tarsus) or knee (carpus). The system, manufactured by Esaote, can also be used for other large animals.
Continue reading …Online Entry System Now Open For 2015 APHA World Show
September 3, 2015 Comments Off on Online Entry System Now Open For 2015 APHA World Show
The pre-entry deadline for the 2015 APHA World Championship Show is September 15, with RV and stall reservations due at the same time. Beginning September 16, show entries and reservations will include a late fee. Get the best deal on your entries and reservations—and time and paperwork at the same time—by using the APHA World Show online entry system, available at apha.com/oawcs.
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