Wilhelm Genn and Happy Z Experience Deja Vu at Horse Shows by the Bay
Monday, July 22 2013
After winning her very first grand prix at Horse Shows by the Bay, Happy Z returns for No. 55
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Andrew Bourns Claims Victory in International Bromont $33,000 FEI 1.50m Open Welcome
Saturday, July 20 2013
Bromont, Quebec – July 18, 2013 – As the first FEI event concludes at the International Bromont, Andrew Bourns earns a well deserved victory over Canada’s Olympian Jill Henselwood, by 2.05 seconds. The first round turned out to be challenging: only 6 teams make it to the jump-off, including Canadian Jill Henselwood on her two mounts, IV Ever and New Idol Z. On a course designed by Brazilian Guilherme Jorge, with 12 obstacles for 15 efforts including three double combinations, Jaclyn Duff (CAN) on Pater Noster is first to execute a clear round.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
The First Annual Champions Grand Prix Presented by Eric Lamaze To Premiere in August at Angelstone Tournaments
Friday, July 19 2013
North America ’s Top Show Jumpers Will Compete for FEI World Ranking Points and a $100,000 Purse Rockwood , ON. July 17, 2013 - As the summer show jumping season shifts from Alberta Eastward to Quebec and Ontario, preparations are underway at Angelstone Tournaments. Three weeks of equestrian competition in August will be highlighted by one of the East Coast’s most anticipated events of the season, The Champions Grand Prix, presented by Eric Lamaze on Saturday, August 24th.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Third Competitor of Road to the Horse International 2014 to Represent Canada
Friday, July 19 2013
The third competitor to enter the legendary World Championship of Colt Starting competition has been named. Canadian horseman Jonathan Field will walk into the American Quarter Horse Association Remuda from the 6666 Ranch for the second time in three years
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Saddle Shopping on a Budget
Friday, July 19 2013
As a horse owner, your saddle is one of your most valuable and important investments. Saddle shopping on a budget can take a bit of time, but with patience and diligence you can find an affordable saddle which works for both you and your horse.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Subtle Irony- Available for Adoption!
Thursday, July 18 2013
Subtle Irony is a 5yr old 16.3h , bay thoroughbred, gelding by Artie Schiller. He is located in Lexington, KY for a $700 adoption fee. He is a graduate of the elite thoroughbred nursery at Winstar He is a cool, level-headed guy who has been nicknamed “Vitto”.
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Life is Good
Wednesday, July 17 2013
By Dani Moritz Things are finally looking up here in good ol’ Fulton, Missouri – so I just thought I’d post an update on all the great things happening. Here we go!! Puppy Love Sasha, “daddy,” and I! Last Sunday we adopted a dog from the local shelter and ran into a bit of an issue (see my previous post). We knew she came from an abusive environment and was going to take some time and patience, but we weren’t fully prepared for what we were getting ourselves into
- Published in Pony Tales, Z-Blogs
Kristen VanderVeen and Bull Run’s Eternal Triumph in the $40,000 Holiday Inn of Parker Grand Prix at Summer in the Rockies V
Tuesday, July 16 2013
Parker, CO- July 13, 2013 - Brazilian course designer Anderson Lima built what appeared to be a straightforward course for the $40,000 Holiday Inn of Parker Grand Prix for Summer in the Rockies V, considered the peak week of the summer series at the Colorado Horse Park. But the course was tougher than appearances let on.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Kenya and Caitlyn Shiels Triumph in $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby at Horse Shows by the Bay
Monday, July 15 2013
They clinch their first derby victory in the Walgreens-sponsored event.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
BUCKEYE® NUTRITION VETERINARIAN RECEIVES RESEARCH AWARD
Friday, July 12 2013
DALTON, OHIO (July 10, 2013) – Equine Science Society (ESS) recently honored Patricia Harris, Ph.D., director of science, Mars Horsecare, for her work as a scientist and equine nutrition specialist. Harris was presented with the Equine Nutrition Research Award, sponsored by the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), during an annual ESS meeting in New Mexico in May. She is the first non-American to receive the prestigious award.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs