Ardennes Horse
Monday, November 18 2013
Over hundreds of years, horses have made huge contributions to human society. War horses were instrumental in shaping the course of human history, and the Ardennes horse is among one of the oldest breeds of horses to serve in battle
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Jumping Branch Farm Schooling Horse Trials
Sunday, November 17 2013
Yesterday was the schooling horse trials at Jumping Branch Farm. Hannah, Alexa and I attended the show. Hannah and Alexa had a great first outing.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Halliday’s California homecoming sees HHS Cooley finish third in CCI***
Tuesday, November 12 2013
The event provided an emotional homecoming for Halliday, who grew up just 30 minutes from Galway Downs where she trained and competed as a teenager. The English-based American’s decision to travel 5,400 miles across the Atlantic from her Chailey Stud base in East Sussex would be fully justified come Sunday when a clear Show Jumping round helped Cooley take a podium finish that not only qualifies him for four-star level competition but also potential selection to the US team ahead of next year’s World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Diane Creech and Devon L Perform With Brilliance and Take the $20,000 Royal Invitational Dressage Cup
Monday, November 11 2013
Toronto, ON – November 10, 2013 - Diane Creech of Caistor Centre, Ontario, and Devon L, a 13-year-old chestnut Hanoverian gelding owned by Louise and Doug Leatherdale of Leatherdale Farms, put in nearly flawless performances in the Grand Prix and the Freestyle to earn the pair the win of the $20,000 Royal Invitational Dressage Cup at the Royal Horse Show in Toronto, Ontario.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
David Marcus Leading $20,000 Royal Invitational Dressage Cup After Opening Night Win
Friday, November 08 2013
Ottawa, ON, November 6, 2013 — David Marcus of Campbellville, ON came out on top of the first phase of the $20,0000 Royal Invitational Dressage Cup on Nov.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Casablanca Wins Pedro Morrison Memorial Cup For Third Fall Season Tournament Title At Grand Champions Polo Club
Wednesday, November 06 2013
WELLINGTON, FL-Nov. 3, 2013— -In front of a packed house on Sunday at Grand Champions Polo Club, Casablanca won its third tournament of the fall season.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Bandaging Brush-Up: Are You Doing It Right?
Wednesday, November 06 2013
Bandaging is a necessary skill to have as a horse owner, but it takes some practice (and regular use of the skill) to get it right. If your bandaging methods are a little rusty, here are a few brush-up basics to help you out.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Davidson Claims CCI3* At Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Tuesday, November 05 2013
Temecula, Calif., Nov. 3, 2013— Almost nothing about the Galway Downs International Three-Day Event worked out like Buck Davidson expected.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Stich’s PublicPick – Available For Adoption!
Monday, November 04 2013
5 year old, 15.3hh Thoroughbred mare “Stich’s PublicPick” is available for adoption from New Vocations’ Lexington, Kentucky Facility. Adoption Fee $500. Stitch is a flashy, curious, and affectionate mare who tries very hard to please under saddle
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Falabella
Monday, November 04 2013
As the smallest breed of miniature horse, Falabellas are closer to being dog-sized than horse-sized. But these pint-sized equines are versatile and super-talented, competing in in-hand classes at shows, pulling carts, and even working as service animals. Careful breeding has made the Falabella into a miniature version of full-sized horses
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs