Research Shows Vets are Four Times More Likely to Die of Suicide than Gen Pop
Research shows vets are four times more likely to take their own life than the general public. Long hours, staffing shortages, financial pressures and abuse by clients have all been identified as contributing factors to the crisis.
In the event ABRA is forced to cancel the 2020 World Show due to COVID-19 there will be a full refund on all entry fees and stall reservation fees, in the same manner as payment was made.
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It’s no secret that life as a collegiate student-athlete is a balancing act. Between school, practice, and competition, it can be difficult to remain focused on the big picture: life after college. While many of us wish that college would never end, the reality is that we will all have to grow up, move on, and begin working towards our career-oriented goals.
Continue reading …On the Road Again: Don’t Forget Your Show Horse’s Respiratory Health When Trailering
May 30, 2020 Comments Off on On the Road Again: Don’t Forget Your Show Horse’s Respiratory Health When Trailering
Opening vents and windows is important for ventilation during travel, although that can also disperse breathable bits further within the trailer. (Use a fly mask or other protective gear to guard the horse’s eye and face from anything that might fly in the window, Dr. Burnley notes.) Stopping for rest breaks every four hours is the conventional wisdom for long trips. If a safe place can be found to unload the horses, letting them drink or graze with their heads lowered will help them clear their airways.
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Gotta love a photo ham! Crusher certainly loves having his photo taken. Thanks to Jess Shadle Monroe for sharing these fun photos. If you have a great EC Photo or Video of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com
Continue reading …More Around the Ring Photos- Redbud Spectacular
May 30, 2020 Comments Off on More Around the Ring Photos- Redbud Spectacular
Thanks to Mackenzie Preston and Deanna Rippeon for more fun photos from the Redbud Spectacular. Stay tuned throughout the week for more photos and results coming soon. If you’d like to share your results and photos with EquineChronicle.com, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Judges For 2020 AQHA Youth World; Level 1 Classes Added
May 29, 2020 Comments Off on Judges For 2020 AQHA Youth World; Level 1 Classes Added
Due to the cancellation of the Nutrena AQHA Level 1 Championships this spring, AQHA received multiple requests from exhibitors to host the Nutrena Level 1 classes later in the year. After careful consideration and discussions with AQHA leadership and the host facilities, the Association is pleased to add the Nutrena Level 1 classes to the respective 2020 AQHA world championships shows, which will be held pending local, state and government mandates.
Continue reading …Around the Rings- Redbud Spectacular
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Thanks to Deanna Rippeon and Mackenzie Preston, who will be sending us around the ring photos from the Redbud Spectacular that will continue in Oklahoma City through June 7th. Stay tuned for more coming soon. If you’d like to share photos from a horse show near you, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Lameness Research and Prevention Tips with Dr. Judith Koenig at OVC
May 29, 2020 Comments Off on Lameness Research and Prevention Tips with Dr. Judith Koenig at OVC
Stimulating stem cells to heal faster through the use of shock wave therapy is part of the exciting new research being conducted at the OVC by Dr. Koenig. They were investigating whether shock wave therapy performed after injecting stem cells into a tendon will result in better quality healing. Then they came up with the idea of pre-treating stem cells with shock wave prior to injection!
Continue reading …2020 AjPHA Game Changers Placements Announced
May 29, 2020 Comments Off on 2020 AjPHA Game Changers Placements Announced
AjPHA is excited to announce that the 2020 Game Changers Program is officially underway! The Game Changers Program allows AjPHA national directors to participate as non-voting members on APHA Advisory Committees. The mission of this program is to enable Youth to participate on APHA committees and learn more about their roles in APHA. Game Changers was developed at the 2019 Youth Leadership Conference and shortly after was approved by the Board of Directors.
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