Concorde’s Flight – Available for Adoption!
Wednesday, September 26 2012
Meet our handsome 4 year old, 16hh Thoroughbred gelding “Concorde’s Flight” who is now available for adoption from the New Vocations Marysville, OH facility! Concorde’s sire Trippi has stamped his son with a pretty head, smart eye, nice body and a sweet nature his offspring are known for. All of his offspring have also been easy to ride and handle and very quick to learn a new career. Concorde is no exception to the rule. He is an uncomplicated horse to ride for an intermediate level rider and is very willing and obedient. He is a light touch in the bridle and is actually a bit on the lazy side requiring leg to go forward
- Published in Beyond the Track, General, Z-Blogs
The treadmill.
Wednesday, September 26 2012
18-year-old Rocketman readies for exercise on the treadmill. I’ve had some interesting dinner conversations with my fellow professionals about extra exercise for our horses, more specifically whether to use a treadmill or a walker. The general consensus has come back in favor of the treadmill
- Published in General, In the Irons, Z-Blogs
Help Florida Trac Rescue to stay on Track
Tuesday, September 25 2012
Two Socks, after. She is now living a healthy, happy life! Loxahatchee, FL (September 10, 2012) – Florida Trac is a rescue organization dedicated to caring for Florida thoroughbred horses that are no longer able to race. Many of these horses have sustained injuries or acquired medical or even surgical problems that are crippling and/or life-threatening and expensive to treat.
- Published in General, Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
ShowChic Kicks Off Animo Sale and Arlo’s Gift With Purchase at Dressage at Devon
Monday, September 24 2012
The ShowChic dressage boutique is “styling” at Dressage at Devon – from their fantastic black and white themed booth to their cutting-edge Animo clothing line to “Arlo’s Gift with Purchase” program. (Photo by Animo) Devon, PA (September 24, 2012) – The ShowChic dressage boutique is “styling” at Dressage at Devon – from their fantastic black and white themed booth to their cutting-edge Animo clothing line to “Arlo’s Gift with Purchase” program. Michele and Doug Hundt, owners of ShowChic, an upscale dressage boutique based in Wellington, Florida, are on the fall dressage tour and are excited to be showing off their latest fashions at Dressage at Devon
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
2012 Devon Fall Classic
Wednesday, September 19 2012
September 13 through the 16th saw the inauguration of the Devon Fall Classic. Parking and admission to the new event were entirely free, a pleasant surprise after I had pulled a twenty out of my wallet to enter the lot. The event, dedicated to jumpers of all ages and education, was punctuated on Saturday evening by a $7500 High Junior Amateur Owner and the signature event, the $25,000 Devon Fall Classic.
ReactorPanel Solves a Busy Trainer’s Saddle Fit Dilemmas
Monday, September 10 2012
“Having them in ReactorPanels is a great thing,” said Bethany Wood with her two sensitive mares, Wicktory and Faline.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Warrent♥n Hunt Night Neighs & News: When The Going Gets Tough, The F♥xhunters Keep Going!
Monday, September 03 2012
We had a great time all week at the Warrent♥n H♥rse Sh♥w! Yes, blogging is writing and requires great effort, concentration and a certain amount of discipline in order to achieve good results, but we persevered and delivered the goods every day in the way of a new post and photos. On Sunday, the finale of the Warrenton Horse Show’s Hunt Night, we have to admit: we had a blast! Cubhunting Begins Officially Sunday started early, cubhunting dragging us out of the comfort of our cozy nest in order to get to the kennels 7:30-ish. Our favorite green field hunter was going to be tried by a prospective buyer and we wanted to be there to send Picasso off with love and positive energy – never mind that our heart is about to break because we love this talented young paint.
- Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs
Halliday enjoys winning weekend at Firle Place International
Sunday, September 02 2012
Professional dual sportswoman Liz Halliday returned to winning ways at Firle Place International Horse Trials last weekend thanks to a stellar performance from one of Chailey Stud’s most promising talents. Following a scintillating start to the season, which included qualifying for the British Novice Championships, Trevor (Endymion Entrechat) continued his eventing action in style by claiming victory in the Open Novice category.
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Saturday neighs & news from Warrent♥n Horse Show
Sunday, September 02 2012
That the Warrent♥n H♥rse Sh♥w is a labor of love is an incontrovertible fact.
- Published in Lauren Gallops, Z-Blogs