Equine Chronicle | Archive | May

New APHA Rule Prohibits CBD Oil Use in Competitions

May 29, 2019 Comments Off

Cannabidiol—commonly known as CBD oil—is now classified as a Class 2 drug by the Association of Racing Commissioners International. As such, it is considered a forbidden substance by APHA and is prohibited for use in horses competing in APHA-approved events, per rule SC-085.C.1 in the APHA Rule Book.

Around the Rings at Keystone Classic

May 29, 2019 Comments Off

Thanks to Miranda Swartzlander for some photos and select results from the Keystone Classic Appaloosa Show. If you’d like for your club’s results and photos to be featured on EquineChronicle.com, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com. ApHC Non Pro Trail (15 shown) 1- Hashtag Huntin shown by Ty Wilkerson 2- Color Outside The Lines shown by Kelly Sweeney 3- […]

APHA’s Iconic Sculptures Gallop to Stockyards in Prep For APHA’s Headquarters Move

May 29, 2019 Comments Off

APHA’s international headquarters is tentatively set to move to its new location in October 2019. Stockyards Heritage Development, a joint venture of Majestic Realty Co. and Hickman Companies, has begun the first phase of its $200 million development. Phase One plans include 175,000 square feet of shops, food and beverage, and creative office space that creates a distinctive cultural landmark reflective of other cities, such as the San Antonio River Walk.

3,600 Backlogged Registrations May Be Processed Soon

May 29, 2019 Comments Off

It reports that the more than 3,600 registration applications that have been held up may soon be processed and shipped out. The association hired more than 30 part time and full time workers to help with catch up and most of the staff is working overtime to help alleviate the problem.

Photos and Results From Michigan Paint Horse Memorial Bonanza

May 29, 2019 Comments Off

This was the first year with a new management team and new show schedule, and the entries were almost tripled from 2018!

Around the Rings- SCQHA May Circuit

May 28, 2019 Comments Off

Thanks to Steven Pelzer for some fun photos from around the rings at the South Carolina Quarter Horse Association May Circuit. If you’d like to share your photos with EquineChronicle.com, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.

2019 IBHA Convention Sees Busy Agenda

May 28, 2019 Comments Off

International Buckskin Horse Association recently hosted its 2019 convention and annual awards banquet March 14-16 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and saw a busy agenda throughout the weekend that included new class offerings and a new division to the association’s registry. “IBHA saw one of its largest conventions in recent history,” noted Deanna O’Keefe, IBHA office manager. “We had members actively participating in discussions throughout the convention and a large crowd for our annual awards banquet. We’re looking forward to a great show season in 2019!”

American Humane Rescue Team Works to Save Animal Victims of Oklahoma Flooding

May 28, 2019 Comments Off

The American Humane Rescue team, first to serve in saving and sheltering animals for more than 100 years, has deployed with a veterinarian, trained swift and floodwater responders, rescue boats, critical medical and sheltering supplies, and one of its giant 50-foot animal rescue vehicles to save animals caught in the deadly Oklahoma floods.

EC Photo of the Day- High Five!

May 28, 2019 Comments Off

Reed Kooiker with Hoos Real and Anna Ream with MitoBenaGentlemen had just completed their Leadline class at the Michigan Paint Horse Club’s Memorial Weekend Bonanza and decided they needed to celebrate!

Behind the Scenes- Sun & Surf Circuit

May 28, 2019 Comments Off

Thanks to Eric Mendrysa for some great photos from around the rings at the Sun & Surf Circuit in Del Mar, CA. If you’d like to have your photos featured on EquineChronicle.com, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.