Around the Ring Photos and Results- 2017 Silver Dollar Circuit
February 27, 2017 Comments Off on Around the Ring Photos and Results- 2017 Silver Dollar Circuit
Silver Dollar is one of the many shows that has adopted the leveling system to help ensure that novice and intermediate riders are welcome at our show. Jan Bruner, show director, is an advocate of the leveling program. “For Silver Dollar, we focus on being exhibitor-centric. This is one more way that we can provide value for our exhibitors. We’re also one of a few show that offer an equivalent circuit award for our Level 2 competitors. We want Silver Dollar to be a fun and valuable experience for competitors of all levels.”
Continue reading …APHA Convention: Touring the Future Home of the American Paint Horse
February 24, 2017 Comments Off on APHA Convention: Touring the Future Home of the American Paint Horse
“I feel this move will put APHA in front of millions of people who visit the Stockyards and expose them to the versatile Paint Horse on a daily basis, something that would not normally happen in its current location.”
Continue reading …New Dates and New Record Numbers for 2017 Silver Dollar Circuit
February 24, 2017 Comments Off on New Dates and New Record Numbers for 2017 Silver Dollar Circuit
With 700 stalls booked for the 2017 show, set to start today, February 24th, the Silver Dollar Circuit is all set for an increase in entries again this year.
Continue reading …Rewarding Up-and-Coming Young Professionals in the Horse Industry
February 23, 2017 Comments Off on Rewarding Up-and-Coming Young Professionals in the Horse Industry
“Jimmy always believe that up and coming professionals were the key to continuing the horse business and those individuals needed motivation to want to see this industry grow and expand.”
Continue reading …How Switching Up My Workout Routine Completely Changed My Riding
February 22, 2017 Comments Off on How Switching Up My Workout Routine Completely Changed My Riding
“In my opinion, your core is the essential part of your body that provides maximum results for riding. My top three exercises for this would include: Planks, Flutter Kicks, and Crunches (reverse and regular).”
Continue reading …Around the Rings- 2017 Land of Lincoln Gordyville Horse Show
February 21, 2017 Comments Off on Around the Rings- 2017 Land of Lincoln Gordyville Horse Show
The Land of Lincoln Quarter Horse Association Show recently took place at Gordyville, USA in Gifford, Illinois, February 16-19, providing AQHA competitors with six shows for points. Judges for the show included Robin Frid, Jonathan Mueller, Jason Smith, Murray Griggs, Jill Newcomb, and Randy Wilson. Scroll below to view fun, around the ring photos, courtesy […]
Continue reading …Using Cell-Based Therapies to Treat Cartilage Damage in Horses
February 20, 2017 Comments Off on Using Cell-Based Therapies to Treat Cartilage Damage in Horses
OA is a progressive, debilitating disease that is estimated to affect 60% of horses in the U.S. Currently, there are no drugs or treatments that halt or reverse the disease.
Continue reading …First Principles of Horse Training
February 16, 2017 Comments Off on First Principles of Horse Training
“Pressure motivates horses, but the release of that pressure is what trains them.”
Continue reading …The Basics of Equine Footing Science
February 15, 2017 Comments Off on The Basics of Equine Footing Science
As elite athletes, performance horses are susceptible to overuse injuries from repetitive stresses, intense training and competition schedules, and the impacts of different surfaces. Specific factors contributing to leg injuries involve:
Continue reading …World’s First Animal Terminal, The ARK, Now Open at JFK International Airport
February 14, 2017 Comments Off on World’s First Animal Terminal, The ARK, Now Open at JFK International Airport
What is The ARK? Think Noah’s Ark, but with the latest in technological advances and all the comforts of home for your furry, four-legged, family members!
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