When she was just 25-years-old Jamie Christine Dowdy was hit by a car while she was jogging near her home in Marshfield, Missouri. With fractures in her skull and right leg she was facing a long road to recovery. She ultimately lost most of the business she worked so hard to build. But she never […]
Entries are still being accepted for the March Professional Horse Services Internet Auctions. “Entries will stay open longer due to sellers having difficulty getting photos and videos because of the recent bad weather across the Country. Entries close on Feb. 28 and bidding will close on March 2 and 4,” said Mike Jennings of Professional Horse Services, LLC. Sellers can […]
The AQHA Executive Committee recently voted to approve the recommendation by the AQHA Animal Welfare Commission to add medroxyprogesterone acetate to the list of prohibited drugs, per AQHA Rule VIO401. Beginning Aug. 15, medroxyprogesterone acetate will be considered a prohibited substance to protect the welfare and integrity of the American Quarter Horse. Medroxyprogesterone acetate is […]
It’s funny the things you sometimes learn about yourself when you start showing horses. Some people learn to better accept criticism. Others become outgoing when they spent most of their life being shy. Karen Carter, of Richmond, Virginia was surprised to learn just how driven she can be. “I am super competitive, something that I […]
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 […]
