Religion at the Rodeo: The Fort Worth Stock Show “Blessing” Conundrum
February 3, 2015 Comments Off on Religion at the Rodeo: The Fort Worth Stock Show “Blessing” Conundrum
A brief analysis of some of the negative and positive comments spreading like wildfire on social media gives the impression that it doesn’t seem to be what was said during the blessing as much as who said it.
Continue reading …BIG CHANGES! 2015 Quarter Horse Congress Futurities Now Open to Multiple Breeds, APHA, ApHC, PHBA, and More…
February 2, 2015 Comments Off on BIG CHANGES! 2015 Quarter Horse Congress Futurities Now Open to Multiple Breeds, APHA, ApHC, PHBA, and More…
New for 2015- The Congress Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle Futurity and Stakes classes will now be open to the following breeds/registries: AQHA, APHA, ApHC, ABRA, IBHA, PHBA and Jockey Club. There have also been changes to the Congress Master’s Program.
Continue reading …Get Up Close and Personal With Sires Like Zippos Sensation, A Scenic Impulse, John Simon and More During 2015 TX Farm Tour
January 30, 2015 Comments Off on Get Up Close and Personal With Sires Like Zippos Sensation, A Scenic Impulse, John Simon and More During 2015 TX Farm Tour
Nine equine facilities including McEquine Enterprises, Kristin Layher Show Horses, Highpoint Performance Horses, Manor House Ranch, Schroeder Ranch, McQuay Stables, Mitchell’s Show Horses, Select Breeders Southwest, and Simons Show Horses have agreed to open their doors to the viewing public.
Continue reading …Behind-the-Scenes at Cavalia’s Odysseo- A Transformative Equine Experience
January 28, 2015 Comments Off on Behind-the-Scenes at Cavalia’s Odysseo- A Transformative Equine Experience
From the moment you spot the 125 foot tent of the Big White Top peeking out of the cityscape you know you’re in store for a truly magical experience.
Continue reading …Arena Footing Basics 101- Part II
January 27, 2015 Comments Off on Arena Footing Basics 101- Part II
There are six main types of surfaces for horses available in the U.S. – fibers, sand/ mix, dirt, wood products, rubber, and wax-coated (often referred to as all-weather). These days, PVC and rubber are less popular choices as they tend to “ride deep” in dry periods.
Continue reading …2015 AZ. Sun Circuit Weekend Recap- Click Here For Results
January 26, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 AZ. Sun Circuit Weekend Recap- Click Here For Results
At the start of the weekend, 1,300 stalls were occupied and many more trailers are expected to pull in as the show gets fully underway this week.
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The Equine Chronicle wanted to learn a little more about this elite group, the type of horses they tend to show, and the unique challenges they face. We spoke with some of the industry’s highly successful Select and Masters exhibitors including Christine Hocutt-Senteney, Linda Coakley, Debby Brehm, Debi East, and Vicki Kent.
Continue reading …A Day in the Life of an Equine Professional
January 23, 2015 Comments Off on A Day in the Life of an Equine Professional
So what exactly does an Equine Specialist do? Fox explains that she is a jack-of-all-trades within the equine industry.
Continue reading …Rubbing Elbows With Equine Millionaires in the Heart of Horse Country
January 23, 2015 Comments Off on Rubbing Elbows With Equine Millionaires in the Heart of Horse Country
Mare owners looking to breed are able to get an up-close inspection of potential sires, and fans are able to see the horses that captured their hearts on the track, now standing just a few feet awa
Continue reading …8 Collegiate Riders Will Compete in AZ. Sun Circuit Horsemanship Invitational This Weekend
January 22, 2015 Comments Off on 8 Collegiate Riders Will Compete in AZ. Sun Circuit Horsemanship Invitational This Weekend
Eight institutions will send one rider each to participate in a horsemanship competition presented by the American Quarter Horse Association. This marks the second consecutive year that the Sun Circuit Shootout features collegiate student-athletes.
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