Make Your Vote Count in APHA Director Elections
October 7, 2014 Comments Off on Make Your Vote Count in APHA Director Elections
Stay involved in making our association great by letting your opinions count in the 2014 APHA Director Election. Every current APHA member is invited to participate in voting, and it’s easier than ever to make your voice heard.
Continue reading …Who Thinks Climate-Control Boots Sound Great for the Congress?!
October 6, 2014 Comments Off on Who Thinks Climate-Control Boots Sound Great for the Congress?!
“In cold, damp climates it is very important to have footwear to help defend against the elements, keeping warm and dry while riding and in the barn is imperative. Both the Lakeland and the Kendal provide exceptional waterproof and performance benefits, an ideal combination of warmth, comfort and stability.”
Continue reading …Training Your Horse to Express His Blanket Preference…?
October 6, 2014 Comments Off on Training Your Horse to Express His Blanket Preference…?
The horses’ preferences were tested under differing weather conditions including sunshine, wind, rain/snow and temperatures ranging from -15 to +20 °C. Horses were left outdoors for two hours before being given the choice to change, or not change, blanket status.
Continue reading …Motivational Monday: There’s Nothing Better For the Inside of a Girl Than the Outside of a Horse
October 6, 2014 Comments Off on Motivational Monday: There’s Nothing Better For the Inside of a Girl Than the Outside of a Horse
“It’s like being up on the horse makes her feel free. He walks for her, when she can’t herself, and he can take her where she wants to go, without having to depend on us.”
Continue reading …Hikers Complete 171 Day, 2,185.3 Mile Appalachian Trail Hike to Benefit Horses
October 6, 2014 Comments Off on Hikers Complete 171 Day, 2,185.3 Mile Appalachian Trail Hike to Benefit Horses
Lauren and Nathan set out on their journey of a lifetime on April 6th to hike the Appalachian Trail to make a positive impact on their lives and to contribute to their passion – the welfare of horses and their powerful bond with people. The EQUUS Foundation received nearly $8,000 from donors inspired by their passion.
Continue reading …NCEA Collegiate Equestrian Scores From Around the Nation- 10/3-4
October 6, 2014 Comments Off on NCEA Collegiate Equestrian Scores From Around the Nation- 10/3-4
No. 7 TCU 12, Delaware State 3 (Dover, Del.)
No. 1 Georgia 11, No. 5 South Carolina 9 (Blythewood, S.C.)
SMU 13, No. 8 Texas A&M 7 (Bartonville, Texas)
Continue reading …AQHA Teams Up With USTRC to Launch AQHA Performance Bonus Program
October 6, 2014 Comments Off on AQHA Teams Up With USTRC to Launch AQHA Performance Bonus Program
Now thanks to a new alliance with the American Quarter Horse Association, USTRC members competing on American Quarter Horses at the NFTR have the opportunity to take home an even bigger check. In addition to the existing prize money for the top ropers, the American Quarter Horse Performance Bonus Program will award an additional $5,000 across four categories.
Continue reading …Sign Up Now For Merial AQHA World Championship Collegiate Horse Judging Contest
October 6, 2014 Comments Off on Sign Up Now For Merial AQHA World Championship Collegiate Horse Judging Contest
Not only do competitors have the chance to earn the title of the Merial AQHA World Champion Collegiate Horse Judging Team, but also thousands of dollars in scholarships will be awarded to the top three teams in each division. This challenging and rewarding event is sponsored by AQHA Corporate Partner Merial.
Continue reading …Flashback Friday Fun! Name the Horse and Rider…
October 3, 2014 Comments Off on Flashback Friday Fun! Name the Horse and Rider…
In honor of this month’s All American Quarter Horse Congress, we decided to share a few fun Friday Flashback photos!
See if you can name the horse, rider, and class in which each title was won…
Continue reading …UPDATE: 75 Registered Quarter Horses Abandoned and in Desperate Need of Homes
October 3, 2014 Comments Off on UPDATE: 75 Registered Quarter Horses Abandoned and in Desperate Need of Homes
According to a release sent out by Hooved Animal Rescue and Protection (HARPS), the owner of the horses was once a leading AQHA breeder that achieved many National Champion halter titles at horse shows across the country. After the unfortunate death of both her husband and daughter, she lost the family farm in Harvard, IL in 2012.
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