2018 GQHA Summer Kickoff Moves to New Location!
February 16, 2018 Comments Off on 2018 GQHA Summer Kickoff Moves to New Location!
An Equine Production is excited to announce that the Georgia Quarter Horse Association Summer Kickoff has moved to a new location… Conyers, GA! The show will take place May 18-20 at the Georgia International Horse Park.
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If fed starchy cereal grains (oats, corn, barley, etc.) on an empty stomach, the horse will produce even more acid (potentially leading to ulcers) and it will be leave the stomach quickly. When this happens, there is a risk that it will not be fully digested in the small intestine (especially if large amounts are fed), and end up in the hindgut where starch can be fermented by the bacterial population. This can lead to endotoxin-related laminitis.
Continue reading …Prayers Go Out to Florida Families Following School Shooting
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on Prayers Go Out to Florida Families Following School Shooting
As many of you know, the home base for The Equine Chronicle is in Ocala, Florida. Yesterday, February 14th, 2018, a teenaged gunman opened fire at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. His assault ended with 17 deaths and dozens injured. Our hearts go out to the families of those who lost loved ones […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: 21 Years Later
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: 21 Years Later
“I still remember this very day, over two decades ago. There was a surprise waiting for me at the barn after school. When I walked in, I was greeted by a big brown horse with four white legs and a red ribbon around his neck! There’s not much of my life that I remember without him. He quickly became my best friend and 21 years later, he’s still my Valentine!”
Continue reading …Ever Wondered What’s On a Horse Trainer’s Mind?
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on Ever Wondered What’s On a Horse Trainer’s Mind?
We have the drive, the passion, and the will to fulfill your dreams, while at the same time fulfilling ours. We try to please, sometimes we fail, and we still get through the day with your horse on our mind.
Continue reading …Two Ladies Running For APHA Executive Committee- Melanie Cox-Dayhuff and Lee Ann Hall
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on Two Ladies Running For APHA Executive Committee- Melanie Cox-Dayhuff and Lee Ann Hall
Two APHA members are in the running to fill the APHA Executive Committee Sixth Member spot in 2018. Melanie Cox-Dayhuff of Indiana and Lee Ann Hall of Australia will be considered by the APHA Board of Directors for the position; voting takes place at the 2018 APHA Convention, March 2–5 in Irving, Texas.
Continue reading …Latest NCEA Event Rankings- Equitation #1- SMU, Eq Over Fences #1- SMU, Horsemanship #1- GA, Reining #1- GA
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on Latest NCEA Event Rankings- Equitation #1- SMU, Eq Over Fences #1- SMU, Horsemanship #1- GA, Reining #1- GA
the new NCEA National Championship format will include four Event titles in addition to the overall National Team title. Event rankings are determined at each head-to-head competition based on a variety of data points (Win/Loss; Home/Away; Current Rank of Opponent). The Event rankings may differ from the NCEA Team Rankings that are released every week throughout the season, as they are based solely on the results from the single event in the head-to-head meet.
Continue reading …Free eBook From AQHA- “Longeing a Horse”
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on Free eBook From AQHA- “Longeing a Horse”
For example, one common problem often seen when longeing is the habit of a horse to be traveling in one direction while tipping his nose in the opposite and bracing his body- creating an artificial way of going.
Continue reading …How a Horse Helped a Teen Who Lost Her Legs in Brussels Terrorist Attack
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on How a Horse Helped a Teen Who Lost Her Legs in Brussels Terrorist Attack
The first of numerous terrorist bombs exploded approximately 10 feet away. She was thrown several yards and suffered flash burns on more than 35 percent of her body, along with critical internal injuries. Her lower legs were shattered.
Continue reading …Apply by March 1st to Earn $1,000 a Year For College With APHA Foundation
February 15, 2018 Comments Off on Apply by March 1st to Earn $1,000 a Year For College With APHA Foundation
Scholarships may be renewed for up to four years, provided recipients maintain high academic standards. Over the past 25 years, the APHF has awarded more than $900,000 in scholarships to more than 300 deserving students.
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