SmartPak Announces Top 10 Most Popular Horse Names for 2017
January 3, 2018 Comments Off on SmartPak Announces Top 10 Most Popular Horse Names for 2017
For the fifth year in a row, “Bella” has consecutively held the top spot, with “Jack” remaining a close runner up in second place. “Charlie” moved up to third, which in return bumped “Buddy” to fourth. “Annie” made a move, hitting seventh place, which is the highest position for that name since entering the top ten lists back in 2013.
Continue reading …Practical Dietary Tips for Promoting Optimal Hoof Health Webinar
January 3, 2018 Comments Off on Practical Dietary Tips for Promoting Optimal Hoof Health Webinar
Discover how:
-Leaky gut syndrome impacts hoof health
-Weight loss can be accomplished and laminitis avoided
-Hay analysis reports can be best evaluated
-Insulin resistant horses can graze on pasture
-Quality protein influences hoof health
-Key nutrients can specifically target hooves
-The Paddock Paradise system can improve hooves and overall health
-Feeding in sync with the horse’s innate physiology is of paramount importance
Congratulations Alison and Garrett Foster Green on Recent Wedding!
January 2, 2018 Comments Off on Congratulations Alison and Garrett Foster Green on Recent Wedding!
Congratulations is in order for one of our Equine Chronicle writers, Alison Foster, who was wed to Garrett Green in a beautiful, outdoor ceremony at Zion National Park in Southern Utah on December 2nd. The following photos were shot at a trail overlook by Megan and Nate Kantor of Cedar and Pines Photography. Although the white, wedding dress had to be sacrificed on the trail, the location made for some truly stunning shots!
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- A Girl and Her Pony
January 2, 2018 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- A Girl and Her Pony
Today’s The Equine Chronicle Photo of the Day comes in a set! Check out these picturesque shots that were sent in by Alicia Andrew. The images were taken by natural light photographer, Rachel Wolford Ottoman, who is based out of Rock Port, Missouri.
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The Equine Chronicle is proud to have sponsored $500 circuit championship awards for each Green4Green class: Level 1 Trail, Western Riding, Western Pleasure, and Hunter Under Saddle.
Continue reading …Congratulations Aaron Moses and Courtney Chown on Engagement!
January 2, 2018 Comments Off on Congratulations Aaron Moses and Courtney Chown on Engagement!
A big congratulations is in order for our good friends, Aaron Moses and Courtney Chown, who were engaged over the holidays!
Continue reading …Hunter Under Saddle Trots into APHA’s HorseIQ Educational Lineup
January 2, 2018 Comments Off on Hunter Under Saddle Trots into APHA’s HorseIQ Educational Lineup
APHA worked closely with the National Snaffle Bit Association to complete the new hunter under saddle portion of the educational and highly interactive program. The joint effort includes more than thirty gait examples with professional explanation as well as two four-horse classes placed with explanation, and much more.
Continue reading …Florida Gold Coast Kicks Off New Year With 11,000 Entries- Click Here For Results and Photos
January 2, 2018 Comments Off on Florida Gold Coast Kicks Off New Year With 11,000 Entries- Click Here For Results and Photos
The 2017 Florida Gold Coast wrapped up the New Year in spectacular fashion with more than 11,000 total entries, according to show management team, An Equine Production. The final tally shows more than 8,300 AQHA entries were recorded, which is an increase of 450 over 2016.
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How AQHA Levels Work-
AQHA divisions – youth, amateur and open – are divided into levels. The levels – Rookie, Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 – are formulated from an objective handicapping system that assigns exhibitors and horses to competition levels.
Top 10- A Year in Review- Equine Chronicle’s Most Popular Stories For 2017
January 1, 2018 Comments Off on Top 10- A Year in Review- Equine Chronicle’s Most Popular Stories For 2017
The rags to riches story of a kill pen rescue turned show horse. A memorial for one of the industry’s great show mares. The candid story of trainer who returned to the top of his game after drug addiction. The triumphant tale of an equestrian who’s paving his own way, in spectacular style.
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