Four new All American Quarter Horse Congress Champions were crowned in Ranch Riding on Friday at the 50th anniversary of the world’s largest single breed horse show in the world, held annually in Columbus, Ohio. Mozan McKibben, of Whitesboro, Texas was the star of the show as he piloted two different horses to victory. McKibben […]
The 3-Year-Old Open Western Pleasure Class at the All American Quarter Horse Congress is always one to watch. It’s a place to witness the best movers in the pleasure industry compete for what’s one of the biggest purses at the annual event in Columbus, Ohio. But this year’s class will be especially interesting … especially for the Jamie Zuidema and […]
It was an emotional journey to the 2016 Palomino World Show for Kim Spann, of Williams, Oregon. But when Kenny Lakins loped forward on Withouta Doubt to accept a World Championship title in the 2-Year-Old Snaffle Bit Western Pleasure, sanctioned by the National Snaffle Bit Association, her excitement was eclipsed by an overwhelming relief that she had helped do her young […]
One way to keep a unique style in your home or office is to embrace your love for the west with a fresh, modern approach. Designers agree the rustic charm created with western furniture and complimentary accent pieces is appealing for many reasons. It is a reflection of those involved in the ranch, rodeo and western lifestyle. It’s rugged, yet elegant. It’s simple but durable. Inspired […]
InStride Edition, a leading print and digital publication covering the show horse industry, has recently entered into a partnership with the All American Quarter Horse Congress. “The Congress family welcomes InStride Edition as a Corporate Partner,” said Dr. Scott Myers, executive director for the Ohio Quarter Horse Association, host of the Congress “This publication […]
It is with great sadness that Ray and Linda Monaco and the entire staff of Gumz Farms announce the passing of Its All About Blue due to complications from an old injury. He was humanely euthanized and laid to rest at Gumz Farms Its All About Blue (3/16/02-9/6/16) was sired by of the legendary, Skys […]
You can’t take your trophies with you to the grave. They sure do look good on the mantle for now, but the memories are what you take with you and I plane to make as many of those as possible. Sarah Nimigan was born in Burlington, Ontario, Canada and grew up on the back of […]
Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life. To many horse enthusiasts, this popular adage may seem like a call to transform their love of horses into a career. The job of a horse trainer may seem glamorous: nice facilities, great customers, being paid to travel and show and, of course…plenty of talented horses. […]
Over $500,000 in cash and prizes is up for grabs this week as the National Snaffle Bit Association gathers in Tulsa, Oklahoma for its 11th Annual World Championship Show. In addition to the World Show classes, the NSBA Breeders Championship Futurity and Stakes classes are on display through Sunday, Aug. 21. Competition got under way […]
Halle Saywell’s talented Quarter Horse show partner, Gifted Invitation (Gracie) was cast in her stall one day during the 2015 Tom Powers Futurity in Michigan. In the process of getting herself free and back on her feet she suffered a serious injury to her coronet band. Over time, that progressed into a quarter crack, which eventually compromised the entire inside hoof wall […]
With great sadness, Masterson Farms, LLC, announces the euthanasia of Zippos Sheik due to severe laminitis. Sheik, with great heart and determination, had successfully battled through several bouts of laminitis over the past several months. However, increasing rotation and sinking, and the further pain he would have endured, forced the decision to end his life in as peaceful and […]
Richard Carr’s mission to win a gold globe in Western Pleasure at the American Quarter Horse Association’s Amateur Select World Show is not new. What is new is his focus and connection with his show partner, OHK Goodbars Krymsun. “We knew last year we had a special horse so we worked hard to put together a good team,” Carr […]
