By admin on April 16, 2018
Candids, Features

The Massachusetts Quarter Horse Association hosted its annual Spring Show last weekend at the Eastern States Expo Center in West Springfield, Massachusetts. A little colder weather didn’t dampen the spirits of exhibitors through out the weekend. The show featured a full slate of AQHA classes as well as a $500 Versatility Challenge sponsored by […]
By admin on April 14, 2018
Candids, Features

The second leg of the newly combined Horseman’s Stock Show and GQHA Pro-Am got underway today at the International Horse Park in scenic Conyers, Georgia. The weather was picture perfect as exhibitors took to the outdoor pens for Western Riding this afternoon. The show, which began with the Horseman’s Stock Show on April 7th has […]
By admin on April 14, 2018
News

Entries will be accepted until April 18th, or until the auctions fill. Entry Forms for the auction can be found on the Professional Horse Services, LLC website – https://prohorseservices.com/internet-auctions/ Sellers can use the convenient Online Entry form or download a form to complete and return by fax or email. On the company’s website, sellers will […]
By admin on April 13, 2018
People

Josh Faulkner’s parents say his first word was “horse.” That’s something they find ironic since neither of them owned or were involved with horses whatsoever when he was born. Growing up in Burlington, North Carolina the son of Glen and Vicky Faulkner wanted nothing more than to own a horse. Finally, at the age of […]
By admin on April 13, 2018
Showing

The schedule for the 52nd annual All American Quarter Horse Congress, held October 2-28, 2018, has been set by the Ohio Quarter Horse Association. Visit www.quarterhorsecongress.com/horse-show-schedule to view or download a complete schedule. For a list of the judges for this year’s event Click Here. New Classes for 2018 Level 1 Ranch Riding & NSBA All Performance Halter […]
By admin on April 10, 2018
People

Carson Handeland may not have a lot to say but when he does speak it’s usually pretty humorous. But when it comes to his love for horses and passion for showing he’s not at a loss for words. The 17-year-old Radcliffe, Iowa native got his start showing Draft horses that his parents, Wade and Lasey […]
By admin on April 9, 2018
Features

Promising young stallion will be at the center of Lee and Dr. Brenda Looney’s show and breeding program. Lee and Dr. Brenda Looney know a good thing when they see it. They saw it in Only A Summer Breeze. They saw it in Life Is A Breeze and they saw it in Geez Whata Breeze. […]
By admin on April 9, 2018
Showing

AQHA announces that the 2019, 2020 and 2021 AQHA Select World Championship Shows, presented by Adequan, will be hosted in Fort Worth, Texas. The American Quarter Horse Association has named Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas, as the new location for the 2019, 2020 and 2021 Adequan® Select World Championship Show. The tentative dates for the 2019 […]
By admin on April 5, 2018
News

One of APHA’s most popular disciplines, Western pleasure is the newest addition to the educational lineup on HorseIQ, APHA’s innovative online learning platform. APHA worked closely with the National Snaffle Bit Association to complete the Western pleasure portion of the interactive program. The joint effort includes gait examples with professional explanation, two four-horse classes placed with […]
By admin on April 5, 2018
Showing

Ride a punchy Paint? It’s time to saddle up and start getting ready for September! A slew of new ranch horse classes are now on the books for the 2018 APHA World Championship Show, which takes place September 17–30 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas. All-around exhibitors can get in on […]
By admin on April 5, 2018
News

Congress delays ELD enforcement for livestock to September 30, 2018. Shortly after 12:30 a.m., on Friday, March 23, the United States Congress approved a massive $1.3 trillion omnibus spending bill for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 to fund federal government operations through September 30. The 2,232-page bill includes several regulatory measures that will provide flexibility for […]
By admin on April 5, 2018
Organizations

Have you ever wondered how judges are selected for the AQHA world championship shows? AQHA world championship shows are the most prestigious single-breed horse shows in the world. Exhibitors compete all year long to qualify for the chance to take home top honors and a coveted AQHA golden globe. These exhibitors put countless hours into preparing […]