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!
Continue reading …Helpful Horse Show Hints For Novice Riders
February 13, 2017 Comments Off on Helpful Horse Show Hints For Novice Riders
Prepare mentally as much as you do physically. Being relaxed will help your horse relax and visualizing how you want your round to be will help you be more prepared mentally.
Continue reading …First Show of the Year Kicks Off at Gordyville
February 10, 2017 Comments Off on First Show of the Year Kicks Off at Gordyville
Saturday morning’s Showmanship schedule featured a $250 Second Chance Showmanship class. Elizabeth Forney and One Hot Big Leaguer were the winners with Rebecca Volkert and the Getaway Car coming in second and Alyssa Freeman and Tether My Leather placing third.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of AQHA World and Congress Champion He’s Just To Sharp (1988-2017)
February 9, 2017 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of AQHA World and Congress Champion He’s Just To Sharp (1988-2017)
In October of 1995, at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress, Travis and Nancy were named Champions in Amateur Western Pleasure out of an astonishing 272 entries. “I still remember when the class was lining up for the placings. Diane Eppers walked by and said, ‘Congratulations…they were the winners today!’ She was right!” In an effort to commemorate the Congress win, Travis always donned the exhibitor number 272 while showing on the MQHA circuit.
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