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Scholarships in the Name of the Late Kathleen Lennon, DVM

May 8, 2023 Comments Off

The sudden death of beloved Veterinarian Kathleen Lennon on March 13, 2023, shocked and saddened the horse community. To honor her memory and to benefit future veterinarians, in addition to raising awareness about causes like Not One More Vet, a scholarship was established in her name at the Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine. As they […]

Healthy Eating and Snacking at Horse Shows

May 2, 2023 Comments Off

Last week, we asked our readers: What do you suggest to exhibitors who want to try to eat healthier at a horse show? Though eating “healthy” can mean different approaches for different people, our readers provided a wealth of information! For the most part, planning ahead is key. We have listed the suggestions they have […]

Youth Activities Scholarship Meets Endowment Goal

April 25, 2023 Comments Off

AQHA The Youth Activities Scholarship successfully reached its endowment goal of $100,000 directly after the 2023 AQHA Convention. In 2020, the AQHA Youth Activities Committee set a goal to endow the scholarship to perpetually award youth. Thanks to the generosity of Joe and Suzy Jeane and a generous match by Larry and Ellen Bell, the future […]

Horizon Structures Presents Series: Difficult Horses. Difficult Boarders.

April 19, 2023 Comments Off

By Nikki Alvin-Smith The development of a new horse boarding business often necessitates a major capital outlay for suitable stabling facilities. The notion that once a beautiful barn is built, the equine and human counterpart clients will exist in harmony under its roof is often more a fairy tale than reality. There are many reasons […]

An Insider’s Guide To Equine Affaire

April 7, 2023 Comments Off

Equine Affaire, Inc. Here’s everything you need to know to enjoy your visit, April 13-16, 2023. Equine Affaire returns to the Ohio Expo Center in just one week! As you pack your bags and look forward to the ultimate road trip with your barn buddies, check out this handy trail guide. Whether it’s your first […]

Equine Guelph Drives Home Safety with Online Trailer Course

February 24, 2023 Comments Off

Equine Guelph Planning on getting hitched in 2023? Equine Guelph is rolling out a brand-new online course March 6 – 20 on TheHorsePortal.ca – Horse Trailer Safety (Part One). “WAY too many private horse owners tell me ‘they didn’t know’ after an incident with their horses and trailer/transport. Hauling horses is a serious responsibility,” says Dr. Rebecca […]

Zoetis Donates to Decade One to Promote the Retention of Equine Veterinarians

January 26, 2023 Comments Off

Zoetis A portion of Dormosedan® (detomidine hydrochloride) sales were donated to Decade One mentorship groups to support the long-term sustainability of careers in equine veterinary medicine PARSIPPANY, N.J. (January 25, 2023)—As part of Zoetis Equine’s hallmark Long Live the Horse commitment to horses and their caregivers, the company donated $25,000 to Decade One to advocate for sustainable career opportunities in equine veterinary […]

Ways To Enhance Revenue For Your Horse Boarding Business

January 24, 2023 Comments Off

Horizon Structures Presents Series: Ways To Enhance Revenue For Your Horse Boarding Business by Nikki Alvin-Smith As most horse boarding business owners know it can be hard to make money. Budget constraints and budget issues, difficult or demanding horse owners, equine illness or lameness and loss, and a myriad of other unexpected events can all […]

Taylor Joe Jeane Scholarship Halfway to Being Fully Funded

December 22, 2022 Comments Off

By Diane Chilton-Harper Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. ~Proverbs 22:6 As we all know, the holidays can be a rough time for people who have lost family members. On May 26, 2021, renowned breeder Joe and AQHA Judge Suzy […]

Exercise and the Older Horse

December 20, 2022 Comments Off

By Kentucky Equine Research Staff Through a combination of commitment by horse owners and improved understanding of the special needs of geriatric equines, aged horses are living longer, richer lives. In turn, many older horses continue to earn their keep, so to speak, and undertake various athletic activities with their owners. The question is, can older horses hack the […]