Accept what you can’t change. In this sport, there can be countless uncontrollable factors: your horse spooks, the judge misses a major mistake made by your opponent, you’re denied a re-ride, and more. To maintain peace of mind, you must be able to let go of the things that are out of your hands. Allowing these factors to occupy your mind is a waste of mental energy—something an athlete can’t afford to misuse. It’s best to channel energy toward factors that can be controlled.
Continue reading …According to the Ocala Star Banner, a former veterinarian, Theodore Oroski, is facing 36 counts of forgery, one count of fraud, and one count of practicing without a license. The arrest report reveals that Oroski blood samples taken for Coggins were never actually sent to a laboratory for testing and the lab owner’s name was forged, in addition to other offenses.
Continue reading …Being a newcomer to the Quarter Horse circuit, the community has been nothing short of welcoming and supportive. I have been incredibly impressed with my local club and its emphasis on the amateur program. In an effort to foster new competitors, OQHA offers free Rookie classes at each of their shows.
Continue reading …The Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation is excited to announce that we will be bringing the Congress Classroom to the SOQHA Challenge and Madness shows again in 2018! We recognize that it is not easy to stay on top of your academics or work while competing, so we will be providing wireless internet and a printer to help you do all your work while at the show.
Continue reading …Teal is not one of the “classic” colors you would expect to see in the show pen. It’s a fresh, summer color that recalls sea and tropical islands. It is exotic, but not too much. It can easily liven up a black outfit and can be worn by every rider, no matter the age or the level. Black pads with teal (and purple) patterns are also a must have!
Continue reading …The 2018 Keystone Classic is coming to Glouchester County Dream Park in Logan Township, NJ. May 25-27. Judges will be Roger Johnson, Steve Bennett, Michael Ochetto, and Dave Parlier.
Continue reading …There’s nothing like a blooper reel at the end of a movie to provide a good laugh and help us realize that we’re all humans and everyone make mistakes. The truth is, whether someone is an actor, athlete, corporate professional, or a top exhibitor in the horse industry, everyone has his or her own version of a blooper reel. The Equine Chronicle interviewed several top exhibitors and asked them to fill us in on their less than glamorous moments in the show arena. So, sit back, grab some popcorn, and enjoy this horse show industry blooper reel.
Continue reading …All Amateur exhibitors at the 2018 APHA World Championship Show have the chance to win—a random drawing for the trailer will take place during the World Show, and each Amateur class entry at the event counts as a trailer entry. So the more Amateur classes you enter at the World Show, the more opportunities you have to win. The winner receives a three-horse slant Platinum trailer with a tack room, and it’s the winner’s to keep.
Continue reading …Everyone’s favorite charity horse show is returning to Lake St. Louis March 28-31 with the intention of loping and leading for a cure for cancer. Over the years, this annual event has helped raise over $650,000 for the cause, a large portion of which has gone to the St. Louis Children’s Hospital!
Continue reading …Save the date for the 2018 Pinto World Championship Show and the 2018 Color Breed Congress, which are both fast approaching!
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