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
HITS, Inc. Unveils 2014 Ocala $1 Million Grand Prix, Introduces Triple Crown Challenge
Tuesday, April 09 2013
OCALA, FL (April 8, 2013) – With two $1 million grand prix scheduled for 2013, HITS, Inc. upped the ante for 2014 by announcing the addition of a third ground-breaking class. The Ocala $1 Million Grand Prix, to be held next March and will join the Zoetis $1 Million Grand Prix in Saugerties, New York and the AIG Thermal $1 Million Grand Prix in Thermal, California next year to form the Triple Crown Challenge of Show Jumping.
- Published in Show World, 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.
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Focus on Horse Sports: Ride and Tie
Monday, April 08 2013
As equestrians, we all know that cross-training can be beneficial for both our horses and ourselves.
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Pasture Herd Dynamics
Friday, April 05 2013
Chances are that if your horse is turned out with other horses, you’ve observed some interesting interactions between them. Establishing an understanding of the basics of herd dynamics can help to clear up what you’re seeing, and it can make you aware of potential safety issues involved when working with a herd of horses
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International Show Jumping to Return to the Heart of Calgary
Friday, April 05 2013
Calgary, Alberta – After 30 years and a explosion in popularity, Show Jumping is set to return to the heart of Calgary with the launch of The Royal West at the Calgary Stampede.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Barn Building 101: Using An Equine Architect
Thursday, April 04 2013
Previously we discussed the importance of looking at all your options (both now and in the future) when designing your barn . In fact, you may need to expand the idea of just building a barn and look at building a “facility” – barn, arena, turnout, storage, parking, etc
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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
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
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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