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For Artist Louise Mellon Dogs Rock!
Friday, February 28 2014
Wellington, FL – February 25, 2014 – Known for her equestrian art often seen on the covers of equine publications, Louise Mellon also has a fun gallery of canine works. Brightly colored and whimsical, a Mellon painting is full of energy, happiness and humor and captures the joyful quirks of that unique dog. Louise Mellon has dog friends
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What You Must Know When Feeding Genetically Modified Commercial Feed to Your Horse
Wednesday, February 12 2014
Every day we are bombarded with the detrimental effects of chemicals in our food and in the products we put on our bodies. We do what we can not to consume these products but let’s be honest, living a completely organic lifestyle is expensive and can be cost prohibitive for most of us. However, if
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Compete to Qualify for the 2014 Washington International Horse Show!
Tuesday, February 11 2014
Washington, D.C. – February 5, 2014 – Riders are working hard at their chance to earn qualifying points for this year’s Washington International Horse Show (WIHS). The nation’s leading metropolitan horse show, the WIHS offers championships for junior and pony equitation riders as well as adult and children’s hunter and jumper competitors. The 56th Annual
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Fine Artist Louise Mellon Has a Different Approach to Commissions
Tuesday, February 11 2014
Wellington, FL – February 5, 2014 – Louise Mellon is well known for her brightly-colored, impressionist, whimsical and sometimes downright funny art. Mellon’s recognizable work is often seen on the covers and pages of equestrian publications. Hiring Mellon for a commission is a departure from the norm. “Most artists ask for half up front,”
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KWPN Online Auction Presents Collection
Saturday, January 25 2014
Looking for a sport horse? The KWPN Center has just what you want! The KWPN is launching a new initiative: the KWPN Online Auction. Twelve talented horses have been selected for the auction by four expert horsemen: Gertjan van Olst, Nol Gerritsen, Teus van den Brink, and John Steeghs. Several weeks ago, the selected horses
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Buffalo Equestrian Center Welcomes in 2014 With Five Students Qualifying for IEA Zone 2 Regionals
Friday, January 24 2014
Buffalo, NY – January 23, 2014 – Four years ago, the Buffalo Equestrian Center (BEC) conceptualized a program congruent with the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA). This program has opened doors for riders unable to afford the equestrian sport, or with little access to horses, while promoting the educational aspect of teaching horsemanship and team camaraderie. Since
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PSdressage.com Sponsors Cocktail Party at Dressage Canada Florida Fortnight
Friday, January 24 2014
Wellington, FL – January 22, 2014 – More than 75 competitors and presenters celebrated the beginning of the Dressage Canada Florida Fortnight Event with a cocktail party on Monday, Jan. 20. The evening gathering, held at The Wanderers Club in Wellington, FL, was sponsored by PSdressage.com. Partygoers had a chance to rehash what they learned earlier in
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Educational Opportunities and Nutritional Consults Available This Upcoming 2013-14 Season, Provided by BioStar LLC
Friday, January 24 2014
Wellington, FL (January 17, 2014)- Having a horse and being able to maintain it takes education and sometimes years of practice. But when it comes to maintaining performance horses at their highest level, having a professional around to help give yourself a great foundation of knowledge can make a huge difference in the show ring.
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New From Ice Horse
Monday, January 20 2014
Emergency Wrap: We’ve all been there. Your horse comes in from the field and there’s a hot bump on his – pick a spot: Shoulder, neck, ankle. Ugh, you think. One of his pals kicked or bit him while they were horsing around! Or you open up the stall door to find somehow; your horse
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Equine Hay Analysis Workshop
Thursday, January 09 2014
** Reminder – Workshop is tomorrow. Walk-ins are welcome! We will have bales of hay for you to look at and the matching hay analysis sheets. Ballston Spa, NY— Are you a horse owner interested in the nutritional value of the hay you are feeding your horse? Is the definition of “good hay” confusing to
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