Around the Rings – 2024 Oregon PHC & SW Washington PHC Spring Fling
March 27, 2024 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2024 Oregon PHC & SW Washington PHC Spring Fling
The Oregon Paint Horse Club and the Southwest Washington Paint Horse Club co-hosted the 2024 APHA & All Breed Spring Fling March 23-24, 2024, at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, Oregon, with four judges: Teresa Sullivan, Jan Larsen, Kim Gately, and Jodie Moore. The show was APHA and NWCC approved with all-breed classes, ranch […]
Continue reading …Have You Thanked Your Trainer Today?
March 25, 2024 Comments Off on Have You Thanked Your Trainer Today?
Last week, we asked our readers what they were most thankful for regarding their trainers, and they responded in a very big way! We managed to group some of the multiple responses together, but we didn’t want to miss any in the 600 or so responses – so scroll and find your trainer below […]
Continue reading …Sarah Rose Jons – Passion, Dedication, And Wisdom Beyond Her Years
March 25, 2024 Comments Off on Sarah Rose Jons – Passion, Dedication, And Wisdom Beyond Her Years
Lots of little girls are enamored by horses, but few have the opportunity, passion, and dedication to make their dreams a reality. But once horse-crazy little girl and now 14-year-old Sarah Rose Jons has done exactly that, riding her way to becoming the 2023 L2 and L3 Youth 13 and Under Ranch Riding World Champion. Now, with her laser-focused determination, she’s ready to ride into the 14-18 arena.
Continue reading …Where Are They Today – Kayla Whitmire
March 24, 2024 Comments Off on Where Are They Today – Kayla Whitmire
Kayla Whitmire had heard it before – she should become a model. The leggy, flawless brunette had always been notably tall for her age, but she also always blew the words off – that is, until the year Tim Gillespie told her she needed to go chase that dream. Since Tim was a former model, […]
Continue reading …A Sound Economic Investment – The Pre-Purchase Exam
March 23, 2024 Comments Off on A Sound Economic Investment – The Pre-Purchase Exam
A horse seldom comes with a money-back guarantee. That is why it is so very important to complete your due diligence investigation before you make the purchase and take possession of a horse. And, while many equine professionals can help you evaluate the merits of a particular pedigree or performance achievements, only an experienced equine veterinarian can help you determine the physical condition and overall health of an animal.
Continue reading …Cool Jobs – More Than A Paycheck – Part Two
March 21, 2024 Comments Off on Cool Jobs – More Than A Paycheck – Part Two
Clock-in and read about three more cool jobs exhibitors have while earning more than a paycheck. Most view time spent away from the workplace as a well-deserved break or vacation–especially if they’re headed to a horse show, where the hard work isn’t really considered work at all.
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2024 Gordyville Lucky Run
March 20, 2024 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2024 Gordyville Lucky Run
The Illinois Quarter Horse Association just finished up the Gordyville Lucky Run, running March 14-17, 2024, with AQHA, NSBA, ILQHA Approval. Judges for the show were Mark Baus, Eric Petersen, Jessica Gilliam, and Randy Wilson. Find your class results at TNT Events: Classes (timzhsm.com) High points can also be found by selecting each division here: Hi Points (timzhsm.com) Also, thanks […]
Continue reading …Planting the Seed – Uplifting the EWD Rider to Transform the Future
March 19, 2024 Comments Off on Planting the Seed – Uplifting the EWD Rider to Transform the Future
By Delores Kuhlwein “A single seed can turn into a forest. A single heart can transform a nation.”- Bryan Thao Worr. Erin Shapiro Boatwright grew up observing great philanthropic examples in her young life from her parents and her grandparents. “My grandmother always wanted intellectually disabled children to have safe places to swim, which […]
Continue reading …Pros And Cons Of Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs For Horses
March 19, 2024 Comments Off on Pros And Cons Of Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs For Horses
Humans and horses share some of the same ailments like painful arthritis, swelling and discomfort from injuries, sore muscles, etc. that can benefit from anti-inflammatory medication. Ste-roids can relieve pain and swelling, but have some adverse side effects, especially if given frequently. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) are more commonly used. Humans often self-treat with Advil, ibuprofen, aspirin, etc. and horse owners frequently use Banamine, Phenylbutazone (Bute) and some of the newer equine NSAID products for their horses.
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From NRHA: Ann first found success as an all-around competitor in AQHA and NSBA events. She moved to the sport of reining in 2009. Ann achieved the milestone of more than $50,000 NRHA earnings in 2021. She was a member of the Reining Horse Foundation Board of Directors from 2014–2019. Read her formal obituary here. Ann […]
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