AQHA President Johnny Trotter Elected to American Horse Council
July 15, 2014 Comments Off on AQHA President Johnny Trotter Elected to American Horse Council
“The role the American Horse Council plays in virtually every aspect of the equine industry is more important today than ever. The AQHA and the AHC have worked together for many years, and there is great value in the AHC’s work on behalf of all segments of the equine industry. I look forward to helping in all these efforts.”
Continue reading …Calgary Stampede Results: Miniature Nationals and Working Cow Horse
July 15, 2014 Comments Off on Calgary Stampede Results: Miniature Nationals and Working Cow Horse
CALGARY STAMPEDE CANADIAN NATIONAL MINIATURE HORSE SHOW Lord Sterling Cup Champion – Circle J Zachary & Circle J Dezigner Genes – Charlene Gale, Cochrane, AB Reserve Champion – The Governor & The General – Peter/Terry Holt, Morinville, AB CANADIAN NATIONAL CHAMPIONS Canadian National Pleasure Driving Champion – HCM Warpaint Feelin’ Groovy – Louise/Kim Locke, Calgary, […]
Continue reading …More Around the Ring Photos From 2014 Big A
July 15, 2014 Comments Off on More Around the Ring Photos From 2014 Big A
Special thanks to Lisa Lee for all of the great candids from the Big A!
Continue reading …Pets as Personal Property, What Happens in a Divorce?
July 15, 2014 Comments Off on Pets as Personal Property, What Happens in a Divorce?
When spouses co-own a pet, going forward, we must provide provisions for the expenses related to the animal. This can be important when dealing with livestock, such as horses, or an animal that has health issues.
Continue reading …2014 AjPHA Youth World Reports Entry Increase of 10%- 1,560 Entries
July 14, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 AjPHA Youth World Reports Entry Increase of 10%- 1,560 Entries
Preliminary numbers indicate an increase in entries over the 2013 Youth World Show. When the dust settled and the final champion was named, the show had 330 horses entered, a 15 percent increase over 2013. Entries also grew, with with a total of 1,560 paid entries, a 10 percent increase over 2013. Forty-five states and international countries were represented.
Continue reading …Brand New Awards For 2014 World Wide Paint Horse Congress
July 14, 2014 Comments Off on Brand New Awards For 2014 World Wide Paint Horse Congress
Get of Sire and Produce of Dam classes, presented by Title Sponsor Merial, will be staged on Saturday, August 2nd. Two additional sponsors of these classes are Snow Quarter Horses and My Intentions. Also on the venue for Saturday is the Lynn Simons Memorial/WCHA classes, topped off with the judging of a Champion of Champion Open Yearling class.
Continue reading …To Date: 10 Premises in 7 Texas Counties Confirmed Cases of Vesicular Stomatitis
July 14, 2014 Comments Off on To Date: 10 Premises in 7 Texas Counties Confirmed Cases of Vesicular Stomatitis
On July 10, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of two new cases of Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) in horses in Bastrop and Travis counties in Central Texas.
Continue reading …Under the Lights at the 2014 NQHL Big A Huntfield Derby
July 14, 2014 Comments Off on Under the Lights at the 2014 NQHL Big A Huntfield Derby
Spectators gathered around the Olympic arena to watch some of the countries best over fence riders compete in a high stakes contest for cash payouts, Huntfield prizes, and bragging rights. Taking place in conjunction with the event was a fun Exhibitor’s Party on the Hill.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Equine Chronicle Goes to the Lake!
July 14, 2014 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Equine Chronicle Goes to the Lake!
Today’s EC Photo of the Day comes from Equine Chronicle fan, Marissa Dalton, who’s vacationing with family in Michigan. We love seeing photos of you, and your horses, wearing Equine Chronicle swag.
Continue reading …EC Fun Friday Question: What Popular Candy Bar Was Named After a Horse?
July 11, 2014 Comments Off on EC Fun Friday Question: What Popular Candy Bar Was Named After a Horse?
ANSWER: We could certainly make a case for 100 Grand, Oh Henry!, Old Faithful, or PayDay, but the correct answer is Snickers!
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