Icelandic Horse
Monday, October 21 2013
Although technically only pony-sized, the Icelandic horse is sturdy and strong, making it a popular mount for even adults. This unique breed has a long history, and its versatility ensures it also has a great future ahead of it
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Jan Byyny and Inmidair Take the Lead after Cross Country in the CCI*** at the Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International – Sharon White and Under…
Sunday, October 20 2013
Fair Hill, MD – October 19, 2013 – Jan Byyny and Inmidair, owned by Jan, Richard, and Jo Byyny, had a banner day in the exciting cross country phase of the 25th Dutta Corp.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Prepping for the Winter’s Approach
Friday, October 18 2013
As the show season begins to wind down and the leaves turn with fall’s arrival, it’s hard to forget that winter is also right around the corner. Now is the time to prepare your barn for the winter – here are some tips to get you started on the process.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT AND NEW COMPETITIVE EVENTS HIGHLIGHT THE 91st ROYAL HORSE SHOW, NOVEMBER 1-10, 2013
Friday, October 18 2013
This world-class show provides top sport and family entertainment for all. October 17, 2013 TORONTO, ON – The excitement and time-honoured tradition of the CSI4*-W Royal Horse Show returns to the Ricoh Coliseum as part of the 91st Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, November 1-10, 2013. Over 850 horses of all shapes and sizes are guaranteed to thrill and astound with their grace, power, beauty and athleticism
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Happy Birthday McLain Ward!
Thursday, October 17 2013
Super Fan here. It’s my favorite GP rider’s birthday. Figured I better share some of my favorite photos! Winning the Queen’s Cup in Barcelona with Zander last month Winning the HITS Pfizer Million for the second year in a row with Antares F Winning the Devon Grand Prix with Antares F, 2012 (he’s won the Devon GP eight times) On the way to winning team gold at the 2008 Olympics with Sapphire Sapphire’s retirement ceremony And of course… I can never share this photo too many times: “Starstruck at Devon” I’m not the only one who thinks today should be a national holiday, am I
- Published in Tucker The Wunderkind, Z-Blogs
New York Times bestselling author Rita Mae Brown THE LITTER OF THE LAW
Wednesday, October 16 2013
A Bantam Books Hardcover to be published on October 22, 2013 “As feline collaborators go, you couldn’t ask for better than Sneaky Pie Brown.” —The New York Times Book Review “A master of the cozy cat genre.” —Publishers Weekly “[An] essential purchase for all mystery collections.” —Booklist The national bestsellerdom of Rita Mae Brown and her intrepid feline partner-in-crime Sneaky Pie has proven to be one of the most successful writing partnerships in the mystery genre today. This fall, the dynamic writing duo are back with THE LITTER OF THE LAW (Bantam Hardcover; October 22, 2013), the next mystery in their New York Times bestselling series featuring ex-postmistress Mary “Harry” Haristeen and her tiger cat detective Mrs
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Orlov Trotter
Tuesday, October 15 2013
The Standard bred dominates the world of harness racing today, but long before the Standard bred existed, the Orlov Trotter was revered by Russians for its speed and endurance as a harness and cart horse. History The Russian Count Alexey Orlov is responsible for the Orlov Trotter’s origination in the late 1700s
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Horses Will ROAR with Animal Planet! – October 14 – November 12
Tuesday, October 15 2013
WESTPORT, CT – October 14, 2013 – Starting today – October 14 through November 12, horse lovers everywhere will have the opportunity to prove that “Horses Have the Loudest ROAR” in the Animal Planet ROAR (Reach Out. Act
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Pony Hunter Champions Take Center Stage At The Pennsylvania National Horse Show; OVATION Crowned Junior Hunter Grand Champion For Record Third…
Sunday, October 13 2013
Harrisburg, PA – October 12, 2013 – The sun finally decided to peek through the clouds on the third day of competition at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, and the atmosphere in general seemed brighter as the air warmed up and the puddles receded and started to dry out. Dr. Betsee Parker’s OVATION awarded Junior Hunter Grand Champion for a record third consecutive year Madeline “Maddie” Schaefer, clinched both top ribbons in the Small Pony Hunter Championship, taking the Champion title with her own pony ARMANI, and the Reserve Champion with Further Lane Farm’s ROLLING STONE.
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013 Alltech National Horse Show Welcomes Harry deLeyer
Sunday, October 13 2013
Lexington, KY – October 11, 2013 – Harry deLeyer rose to stardom on the back of Snowman, an $80 horse bound for slaughter, in whom deLeyer recognized incredible potential.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs