The American Quarter Horse Association has made great strides in the way the Association supports members and customers; however, AQHA leadership realizes there is much more to do to enhance AQHA programs and services offered. To support the effort for technology improvements and maintain strong service-staff teams, AQHA has restructured the Association’s leadership team and […]
“Bidding will close on two Stallion Service Auctions this week, featuring breedings to 240 Top Halter and Pleasure Stallions registered with AQHA, APHA, ApHC and Color Breeds,” according to Mike Jennings, of Professional Horse Services, LLC. “Many World Champions and World Champion Sires are offered in these auctions.” CLOSING Tuesday, Jan. 26 beginning at 2 p.m. EST […]
Leading AQHA and NSBA trainer Carl Yamber, of Roberta, Georgia, passed away today at Osecola Regional Medical Center in Kissimmee, Florida. He was 66. Known in the industry as one of, if not THE, very best at spotting a horse’s natural talent and ability, Carl was introduced to horses while visiting a sale barn near […]
In this year of uncertainty and plans that change quickly, Kristen Galyean feels blessed beyond measure – thanks to a couple of special mares. “This year has had its share of craziness, but it’s definitely had its bright moments and I’m very thankful to AQHA (American Quarter Horse Association) for holding an epic World Show. […]
Earlier this year, approximately 40% of AQHA-approved shows were either cancelled or postponed to help protect the safety of AQHA exhibitors, spectators and staff. As a result, the AQHA Executive Committee waived qualifying requirements for AQHA championship shows affected by the worldwide pandemic. Shows started to resume in May allowing exhibitors to cautiously begin making […]
The AQHA Executive Committee has made the decision to move the 2021 AQHA Convention to March 18-22, 2021. The convention, which was previously slated for Feb. 26 – March 1, will remain at the Hyatt Hill Country in San Antonio. “We greatly appreciate the Hyatt Hill Country staff who assisted AQHA with modifying the dates […]
A newly renovated coliseum at the Illinois State Fairgrounds awaits the arrival of the crème de la crème of Palomino exhibitors this month in Springfield. A $12-million renovation project has been completed on the original coliseum, which was built in 1901. Moving the show, which rund from Sept. 17 to 26, from Tunica, Mississippi was […]
Under normal circumstances, the entire quarter horse industry is abuzz this time of year as we all prepare for the All-American Quarter Horse Congress. For so many of us, this is traditionally our favorite time of year. We recognize the announcement to cancel this year’s Congress was such a disappointment. Tribute Equine Nutrition approached the […]
The 2020 National Snaffle Bit Association World Championship Show and Breeders Championship Futurity got underway in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Friday with the Working Hunter Derby. Morgan Ratkowski, of Jowlton, Tennessee, piloted Better Buy The Minit to a win in the two-round classic hunter format with 26 Open and Non-Pro combinations, earning $400. Reserve Champion was […]
For Larken Elianna McCampbell, of Mableton, Georgia 2019 was a year to remember. She and her show partner, The Next Big Hit (Andre), earned a circuit championship every time they competed. They were unanimous champions in Level 1 and Youth 14-18 Hunter Under Saddle at the Lucky 7 Circuit. And, the pair ended the year […]
Summertime is typically filled with continuous days of beautiful weather and weekends at the horse show. Unfortunately, those warm months also bring along a tiny pest. The dreaded fly. These insects not only frustrate our four-legged friends, but also transmit diseases. Solid preparation and proper management of fly control are vital to keep the fly […]
For Darla Leavell, finding her perfect show horse in Bet N On A Dream was like buying a wedding dress. “When you know, you know,” she insists. Darla, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, was on call all weekend at the regional hospital where she works when she got the call from her trainer, Josh Faulkner, […]
