Leptospirosis is a disease that can affect many species, including humans, dogs, livestock and horses. “Lepto” is caused by spiral-shaped bacteria called spirochetes. These pathogens are often found in wildlife populations, including rats and mice. The leptospires can survive in surface water, stagnant ponds, streams, or moist soil for long periods at mild temperatures. They are short-lived in cold or hot, dry weather.
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Continue reading …It’s always exciting to return home from a big show with a new horse or big prize, but this past year, Jim and Heather Chafin put a new twist on this tradition. When points were tallied at the end of this year’s Reichert Celebration, Jim Chafin won the High Point Trainer Award. Along with the honor, the Reichert family presented him with a brand new Smartcar. Jim recalls the event with his characteristic modesty. “It was pretty exciting,” he says. “I’m so grateful to the Reichert and my clients. I’m blessed to work with such great people and horses. It’s been a good year for our clients and us.”
Continue reading …If you still believe that “Western” and “dressage” don’t belong in the same sentence, you’re in a dwindling minority. Over the years, the training of horses has evolved, leaving behind the rough, one-method-fits-all “breaking” of young horses and the heavy use of bit and spur in developing performance horses. Trainers in all disciplines now recognize the value of patient and humane interaction with each horse as an individual and potential partner.
Continue reading …If you don’t do so already, a good New Year’s Resolution is to start wiping down and inspecting your equipment after every ride. The leather experts at Harris Leather and Silverworks suggest using a compressed air or vacuum with a brush attachment to remove dust from their saddles after every show.
Continue reading …Longe Line classes can be a great way to show your yearling and have fun introducing him to the world, but it can also lead to burnout and dismal under saddle performance. With futurities and incentives luring exhibitors with big payouts, more and more young horses are being campaigned. The popularity of these classes increases while some are cautioning restraint. Are we pushing too hard on young minds and bodies? Three highly successful Longe Line exhibitors share their insight about how they train, show, and win without ruining a young horse’s prospects for a long show career.
Continue reading …“I know she would be so proud of him, and we hope to continue making her proud.”
Continue reading …Claiming the No. 1 spot is a coveted position in the horse show world, whether it’s class-by-class, show-by-show, or even more sought after, a win in Year-End All-Around standings or High Point categories. The race for the title each year is a long and competitive one that kicks off in January and continues until the last class of the last show in December.
Continue reading …The competition began on Day 1, December 27th, with AQHA Hunter and Trail classes as well as a fabulous tropical-themed Exhibitors’ Welcome Party in the Equine Chronicle Hospitality Pavilion.
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