White House Recommends Removal of Horse Slaughter Funding in Proposed 2014 Budget
Thursday, April 11 2013
Animal welfare organizations support move to block spending WASHINGTON (April 10, 2013)—Congress could once again ban the use of federal funds to inspect horse slaughter plants in the United States if it follows the lead of the White House—a move that is strongly supported by The Humane Society of the United States, the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI). President Obama’s FY 2014 budget proposal includes a request for Congress to block spending by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to inspect U.S.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
First Aid Basics – Wound Care
Wednesday, April 10 2013
After a day of turnout, your horse comes in with a few scrapes on his legs.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Scott Stewart to Defend Devon Leading Hunter Rider Title
Tuesday, April 09 2013
DEVON, Pa.— Scott Stewart will defend his Leading Hunter Rider title at the 117th annual Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, which runs May 23 to June 2. Devon benefits Bryn Mawr Hospital, with proceeds to the Hospital approaching $15 million, over $50 million when adjusted for inflation.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Sons of the Wind Farm Features Exhibitions and Classical Dressage Clinics in Midwest Tour
Friday, April 05 2013
Merrimac, MA – April 2, 2013 – The Sons of the Wind School of Equestrian Arts is gearing up for its 2013 Tour, where they will be conducting informational clinics for dressage riders and trainers, as well as showcasing the talent of their Lusitano mounts. The first stop of the tour will be at Cornell University from April 5-7, 2013, and then they will be traveling to the Midwest Horse Fair in Wisconsin from April 18-21. During these events, Sons of the Wind will be teaching clinics focused on helping riders make the best use of simple dressage exercises to improve their training.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Polo Women Celebrate at the National Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame
Friday, April 05 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan Polo is a great sport to watch! There’s lots of polo in Wellington, Florida, and Wellington is also home to the National Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame. If you are in Wellington and have a chance to visit the National Museum of Polo, you won’t be disappointed!! Here’s the latest news from the National Museum of Polo – which recently held a reception for the Women’s Championship Tournament: Amy and Allie Azzaro Reception Kicks-Off Women’s Championship Tournament at National Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame The Women’s Championship Tournament (WCT) Teams, family and friends came together for a high-energy reception at the Lake Worth-based National Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame to celebrate the of the annual tournament which kicks off on April 4 at Marc and Melissa Ganzi’s Grand Champions Polo Club in Wellington. Legendary polo player and founder of WCT, Sunny Hale led the program
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Double Dan Horsemanship Featured at Equine Affaire
Friday, April 05 2013
Dan James of Double Dan Horsemanship heads to Equine Affaire in Columbus, Ohio, North America’s premier equestrian gathering. On April 11-14, 2013 Dan James of Double Dan Horsemanship is making an appearance as a featured presenter at Equine Affaire Ohio. James is bringing along the Double Dan Horsemanship American Performing Horse Team to make a special appearance in Fantasia
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Quick Shooter – Available for Adoption!
Tuesday, April 02 2013
7 year old, 16hh Thoroughbred gelding “Quick Shooter” is now available for adoption from our Lexington, Kentucky facility! Quick Shooter definitely packs a punch with his gorgeous looks and halter horse size hind quarters. Kind and willing, Quick is people orientated and very friendly
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Second Perfect Place to Stay (While Living the Uber-Chic Lifestyle in Palm Beach)
Tuesday, April 02 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach – very grand! Last month my daughter Abby and I went to the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) for a week and had a wonderful time! Not only did we enjoy the horse show and all the wonderful showing, but we also stayed at three amazing hotels! In my blog yesterday I wrote about staying at the Four Seasons Resort in Palm Beach.
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
Don’t Let the Spots Fool You – The Knabstrupper
Monday, April 01 2013
Chances are that when you see spots on a horse, you think Appaloosa. Maybe Pony of the Americas. But that’s not always the case
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Jessica Springsteen and Vindicat W Score Second Suncast 1.50m Victory
Sunday, March 31 2013
On Saturday afternoon, the $33,000 Suncast® 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic was held with a win for Jessica Springsteen (USA) and Stone Hill Farm’s Vindicat W.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs