World’s Largest Gathering of Pintos Will Begin June 9th in Oklahoma
April 3, 2014 Comments Off on World’s Largest Gathering of Pintos Will Begin June 9th in Oklahoma
In addition to the competition and shopping, several special events will take place over the 13-day period. The Costume Class, Challenged Rider’s Leadline, and Versatilities are always a big hit. On Flag Day, you can take the opportunity to honor our military personnel through the Parade of Heroes and Operation Free Ride event, taking place that afternoon.
Continue reading …Hilarious Encounters With “Non-Horse Show” Folk
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After an awkward silence, I finally looked up to see the man with his wife and three sons, ranging in age from around 7 to 17, staring at me in a silent state of shock.
Continue reading …Researchers Investigate Whether Pain Can Be Recognized on a Horse’s Face
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Humans, other primates, and even dogs share a common feature: We express ourselves, including our physical pain, through our faces. Horses, maybe not so much. At least not in a way researchers have quantified, until recently.
Continue reading …2014 Martinganza Quarter Horse Show and Futurity Kicks Off Today!
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Show management’s plan to take advantage of warmer temperatures seems to be playing out in their favor as the 2014 Martinganza Quarter Horse Show and Futurity kicks off today in Williamston, North Carolina to sunny skies and temperatures predicted to stay in the 60-80 range throughout the weekend.
Continue reading …Around the Rings at 2014 SEC Championships With Danielle Long
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Talented, young photographer and equestrian, Danielle Long, shared with us a few photos from her recent trip to the 2014 SEC Championships in Blythewood, South Carolina, March 28-29. Up next for collegiate equestrian teams is the NCEA National Championship that will take place in Waco, Texas, April 17-19. Stay tuned for our NCEA Nationals blog […]
Continue reading …NFL Miami Dolphins Stadium Transforms Into Horse Show This Weekend
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Torres said his staff’s main preparation for the horse show was “providing a good field with good turf and obviously, no football markings on it. It is a perfectly green field and ready to go for them.”
Continue reading …Industry Rallies to Establish Carol Moore Memorial
April 3, 2014 Comments Off on Industry Rallies to Establish Carol Moore Memorial
“Carol has been a ‘go-to’ person in the American Quarter Horse show industry for so long and for so many people,” said AQHA President Johnny Trotter of Hereford, Texas. “She just had a way about her and love of doing things for exhibitors that was special and uncommon. She was truly a remarkable lady, and we will miss her.”
Continue reading …Andreini Family Endows New AQHYA Scholarship Fund
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AQHA Publicity John and Linda Andreini endowed a scholarship fund in 2013 to be awarded to fully deserving American Quarter Horse Youth Association members. The generous scholarship donation is named for their daughter Adrianna, who has been involved with horses from a young age and is very passionate about showing and ranching. “I want to […]
Continue reading …Congress Releases Statement About Cancellation of Amateur Versatility
April 2, 2014 Comments Off on Congress Releases Statement About Cancellation of Amateur Versatility
“Participation in one historically popular class, Amateur Versatility has been declining for the past decade. The tough decision was made to not offer Amateur Versatility in 2014. Versatility may return in future years. There is even discussion about bringing Open Versatility back to the Congress.”
Continue reading …Congratulations to Mark and Melissa Baus on Birth of Baby Gunner!
April 2, 2014 Comments Off on Congratulations to Mark and Melissa Baus on Birth of Baby Gunner!
It’s not an April Fool’s Day prank! Everyone here at The Equine Chronicle would like to congratulate our good friends, Mark and Melissa Baus, following the birth of their little cowboy yesterday, April 1, 2014.
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