Sisters Cinch Ranch Riding in Both Divisions at 2026 AQHYA World
Our original story had started out as the following, right after the L3 Youth 14-18 Ranch Riding finals: Gunnin For The Gold has become an appropriate name for Kyrah Bowker’s Ranch Youth Horse, a 2014 palomino gelding by Pale Face Dunnit and out of Gorgeous Like A Star (by Smart Like Juice)and bred by Greg Hill of Huron, […]
Stella Dorsey Seizes the Day – And A Gold Globe
August 1, 2026 Comments Off on Stella Dorsey Seizes the Day – And A Gold Globe
By Delores Kuhlwein The video on social media of Stella Dorsey taking a jump with one hand on her Gold Globe and the other hand on the reins of DGS Vintage, aka “Luke,” in her victory lap after winning the L3 Hunter Hack at AQHYA Youth World speaks volumes of her tenacity as a horseman […]
Continue reading …Retirement Celebration For Hotroddin Ona Harley At NSBA World
July 31, 2026 Comments Off on Retirement Celebration For Hotroddin Ona Harley At NSBA World
Come celebrate with us at Becky George’s stalls on Friday, August 21. There will be refreshments and horse treats. By Jana Whitley Whitley Family Part 1 Harley has earned his retirement at the age of 20 and is going back home to Diane Chilton after NSBA World. We originally purchased Harley as a three-year-old […]
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Equestrian Positivity- Breaking Down Stereotypes in the Horse Industry
July 27, 2026 Comments Off on Equestrian Positivity- Breaking Down Stereotypes in the Horse Industry
I have heard it said that breed shows are “pricing people out.” That is somewhat true, but not for the reasons you may think. The stereotype that upper level breed shows cost more money is correct, however. Facilities, judges, show staff, ect, all cost money. The larger the event, the more money it cost to put it on.
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The 411 On Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
July 26, 2026 Comments Off on The 411 On Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a serious, debilitating disease that attacks the central nervous system of a horse. The infection causes an inflammation of the animal’s brain and spinal cord. The organism causing the infection is the single-celled protozoan Sarcocystis neurona.
Continue reading …The Versatile Amateur – Kimber Mitchell
July 25, 2026 Comments Off on The Versatile Amateur – Kimber Mitchell
Amateur owner and rider Kimber Mitchell’s story is one of grit, versatility, and a work ethic that turned opportunity into success. She didn’t build her career in one discipline, on one horse, or in one show season, although she has only been competing at major competitions for a relatively short amount of time.
Continue reading …Lyme Disease In Horses: The Invisible, Expanding Threat Behind Vague Symptoms
July 24, 2026 Comments Off on Lyme Disease In Horses: The Invisible, Expanding Threat Behind Vague Symptoms
The horse isn’t quite right—but nothing clearly points to why. The lameness shifts, performance declines, behavior changes. Could it be Lyme disease?
Continue reading …Not Just a One Trick Pony: Three Elegant Chips Transforms from Show Horse to Rodeo Queen Horse
July 23, 2026 Comments Off on Not Just a One Trick Pony: Three Elegant Chips Transforms from Show Horse to Rodeo Queen Horse
By Delores Kuhlwein When the Valley family of Queen Creek, Arizona—Dad Sean, Mom Jessica, and daughter Addison– elected to market their youth show horse Three Elegant Chips, a 2007 bay tobiano mare by Three Chips and out of Elegance Two A Tee, they didn’t come to the decision lightly. Addison had shown the mare in […]
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