By Corrine Borton on March 3, 2022
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People
There are three things that motivate Ty Paris, of Adrian, Michigan, to keep showing horses – it’s an activity she can do with her whole family; her genuine love for the animal; and the competition. Born in Dalton, Georgia, Ty grew up in the horse industry. Her grandparents ran a large lesson facility with 80-plus […]
By Katie Navarra on February 27, 2022
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Featured, Features
If you were asked to pick the championship buckle that meant the most to you could you narrow the choice down to a single accomplishment? Ohio Trainer Carly Veldman Parks was hard pressed to choose just one. So, she chose two, well actually four: the 2006 American Paint Horse Association (APHA) Amateur Showmanship, and one […]
By Corrine Borton on February 27, 2022
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There are very few breeding operations with marepower like that of Capital Quarter Horses in Pilot Point, Texas. Blair, Susan and Hillary Roberts brought with them a lifetime of experience in the horse industry when they established the operation in 2011 on 84 acres in the heart of Texas horse country. Since then they have […]
By admin on January 30, 2022
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The 39th Annual Gallop Auction gets underway at noon (PST) today at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino Family Pavilion in Airway Heights, Washington and pre-bidding and phone in bids will be accepted for all stallion services. The event blends the complementary beauty of horses and children into one uniquely choreographed day. Gallop benefits 100% […]
By Laura Boynton on January 18, 2022
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You were careful in selecting a stallion to best compliment your mare. You had a culture done and scheduled your veterinarian to examine her for reproductive soundness. You timed your lights to make sure she would be cycling when breeding seasoned opened and finally got the good news …“she’s in foal.” You may have monitored […]
By admin on January 18, 2022
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Organizations
The National Snaffle Bit Association recently announced a restructuring of its rider lists which eliminates the Intermediate Division. OPEN WESTERN PLEASURE RIDERS – Exhibitors on this list are members of the Quarter Million Dollar Club (total NSBA lifetime earnings of $250,000 or more) or are among the top 75 money earners in NSBA Open Western […]
By admin on January 17, 2022
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Showing
The American Quarter Horse Association has announced dates for several 2022 events including: AQHA Convention: Feb. 25-28, South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa in Las Vegas AQHA Championship Shows: • April 27 – May 1, AQHA East Level 1 Championships,World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio. • May 18-22, AQHA West Level […]
By admin on January 17, 2022
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Showing
Youth have the chance to earn prizes and recognition for their American Paint Horse Association (APHA) equine futurity projects starting in 2022. The program is open to all Youth exhibitors and all breeds of horses, with extra incentives offered to Paint Horse futurity projects. The objective is to teach and encourage Youth to learn horse-training skills […]
By admin on January 17, 2022
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(IN) LIFE
Professional AQHA and NSBA trainers Becca and Blake Britton welcomed their first child on Dec. 27. The new arrival, named Briggs Ronald, was 7 pounds, 5 ounces and 21 inches. Together Becca and Blake own and operate Blake Britton Show horses in Chillicothe, Ohio.
By Corrine Borton on January 17, 2022
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People
Nineteen-year-old Madison Fussell, of Waxahachie, Texas, got her start showing horses because her mother and grandmother were so deeply involved in the sport. But over time, she has come to realize that something keeps her coming back. “It’s something I am so passionate about and it keeps you humble,” she said. “It has taught me […]
By Corrine Borton on January 17, 2022
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There’s a fundamental difference between a stallion and a sire. True horsemen understand that. World Champion trainer Cleve Wells gets it. So does Kim Dean, who has been managing AQHA sires for decades now. And Aaron Moses, a 13-time Quarter Horse Congress Champion and AQHA and NSBA World Champion and his wife, top Non-Pro rider […]
By admin on December 13, 2021
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InStride Law
By Katherine Jarve Here’s a twist on a holiday favorite – all the great gifts you can give yourself (and your horse) to ensure a happy and prosperous 2022 while also protecting your legal interests and rights! On the 1st day of Christmas, give your horse your attention! Whether it is a good brushing or […]