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Hart Trailer Awarded to Top APHA Amateur Tami Dietrich-Dobbs

February 5, 2015 Comments Off

When APHA’s No. 1 Classic Amateur exhibitor Tami Dietrich-Dobbs received the news that she’d won the use of a beautiful three-horse gooseneck trailer from APHA Corporate Partner Hart Trailers, she almost didn’t believe it.

Fascinating Research Shows Newborn Foals May Offer Clues to Autism

February 4, 2015 Comments Off

“The concept that a disruption in the transition of fetal consciousness may be related to children with autism is intriguing,” said Pessah.

Rash of Stolen Horses (21 Since August) Worries North AL Horse Owners

February 4, 2015 Comments Off

Stolen Horse International, NetPosse Alabama, February 3, 2015- Since at least August, 2014, reports of horses and mules being stolen out of seven counties in northern Alabama have been rising at an alarming rate. Stolen Horse International aka NetPosse.com works closely with victims and law enforcement to attempt to recover these animals and return them […]

In Loving Memory of Stone Pope

February 4, 2015 Comments Off

Words cannot express the sadness we feel following the sudden passing of one tough, little cowboy, Stone Pope.

Valentine Gifts For the Horse Lover in Your Life

February 4, 2015 Comments Off

Anyone can give a teddy bear. This year, give your sweetheart something she will really cherish. For a limited time, our adorable 8-inch plush Paint Horse comes in two “sweet” Valentine options. Receive the stuffed animal, plus a decadent chocolate bar (three flavors to choose from) complete with a horse-themed wrapper, for just $12.

Name Your Own “Virtual” Quarter Horse in New Horse Game For Kids

February 4, 2015 Comments Off

The game begins with selecting an American Quarter Horse and giving it a name. Children learn the difference between a mare and gelding, and select a unique name for their horse. Throughout the game, kids learn the importance of giving their horse proper care. They are taught how grooming, feeding, picking hooves and exercise contribute to having a happy, healthy horse.

Why Horse People Don’t Need a Groundhog to Know Spring is Coming…

February 3, 2015 Comments Off

Sadly, Punxsutawney Phil saw his furry little shadow and scurried back into his burrow, supposedly predicting six more weeks of winter. However, he may have just been hiding from the 30,000 people gathered around his underground home at Gobbler’s Knob in Pennsylvania.

Religion at the Rodeo: The Fort Worth Stock Show “Blessing” Conundrum

February 3, 2015 Comments Off

A brief analysis of some of the negative and positive comments spreading like wildfire on social media gives the impression that it doesn’t seem to be what was said during the blessing as much as who said it.

NCEA Scores Around the Nation- 1/30 and 1/31st

February 3, 2015 Comments Off

National Collegiate Equestrian Association January 31st (Saturday) Saturday Recap: www.collegiateequestrian.com/news/articles/2014-15/85/ncea-scoreboard-january-31/ South Carolina 13, SMU 2 (Blythewood, S.C.) UT-Martin 11, Kansas State 9 (Martin, Tenn.) Texas A&M 12, New Mexico State 3 (College Station, Texas) January 30th (Friday) Friday Recap: http://www.collegiateequestrian.com/news/articles/2014-15/84/ncea-scoreboard-january-30/ No. 9 Georgia 13, UT-Martin 6 (Martin, Tenn.) No. 9 Georgia 14, No. 6 Kansas […]

Drawing For “Red Ryder Replica” Saddle Will Help Raise Funds For Abused Children

February 3, 2015 Comments Off

The saddle is beautifully hand-carved and two-toned with a 16” seat, double rigging, and leather covered stirrups. It has eight unique sterling silver flowers on the corners just like the original saddles and it comes complete with a bridle, bit, reins, breast collar and saddle blanket.