November 8, 2012 Oscar (1011147) , a 2-year-old miniature pinscher, is the definition of a lap dog; he will crawl into your lap and cuddle – and fall asleep! – anytime. He is very good on a leash and he loves taking walks.
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SMU Wins Again
Thursday, November 08 2012
by Editor
Hey Y’all. Big congratulations to the SMU Equestrian team. The Mustangs beat Fresno State 9-3! With the win, SMU Equestrian moves to 4-2 on the season.
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French Cotton – Available For Adoption
Wednesday, November 07 2012
by Editor
Introducing 2 year old, 15.2 1/2hh Thoroughbred filly “French Cotton” who’s now available for adoption from our Marysville, Ohio facility! This young mare has really shown us what she is made of considering her first week of work was in an indoor arena during the 50 mph winds of last week’s hurricane.
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W.F. Young, Inc. Presents Donation to Two Equine Rescues as Part of Partnership with Equine Network’s A Home for Every Horse
Wednesday, November 07 2012
by Editor
Boulder, Colo.—The rehabilitation and rehoming process for rescued horses takes an incredible amount of time and resources. To assist with this undertaking, W.F. Young, Inc
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November 6, 2012 Harley (0935787), a 4-year-old black Chihuahua, is a little bit shy at first, but he loves meeting new people, and he would never turn down an offer of treats! In fact, he’ll enjoy any attention you want to give him, especially if it involves cuddling and relaxing together on the couch.
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I’m Boston Bound! What Horsey Things Can I Do?
Tuesday, November 06 2012
by Editor
By Jan Westmark-Allan My daughter Abby, who is also a Sidelines writer, is currently living in Boston while earning her culinary degree at Le Cordon Bleu.
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Hunting Wiley Coyote
Monday, November 05 2012
by Editor
Two weeks ago I left the rolling green hills of Pennsylvania and flew to the flat brown mesas of New Mexico to join up with Caza Ladron, a hunt organized out of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Caza Ladron is a recognized hunt with the Masters of Foxhounds Association, one of some 165 hunts in the United States, so you might think they might be stuffy, but one of the Joint Masters told me before I even sent in my check that this is a hunt that “has fun”.
USDF Gold, Silver & Bronze Medalist Lauren Sprieser Joins FITS Riders
Monday, November 05 2012
by Editor
(Portland, Oregon) Highly accomplished rider, Lauren Sprieser, of Marshall, Virginia, has been added to the growing list of gifted equestrians who have made FITS their riding apparel of choice. FITS, based in Portland, does not pay riders for their endorsements
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Following The Hurricane, There Was Western Ice!
Monday, November 05 2012
by Editor
So it’s been a few days since my last post mainly due to the fact that Hurricane Sandy affected us rather badly for several days here in Virginia Beach. I am however pleased to report that all the horses stayed safe and warm and although had to spend a few days confined to their stalls, no major incidents occurred and the barn stayed watertight.
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U.S. Polo Association Announces Eight New Standout Players Selected to Team USPA Development Program
Thursday, November 01 2012
by Editor
November 1, 2012 (Wellington, Fla.) – The U.S. Polo Association, the national governing body for the sport of polo, has announced that eight new players have been selected to its growing Team USPA development program. The prestigious Team USPA program was established two years ago to help advance the sport of polo by identifying talented young American players and giving them an opportunity to develop and refine their skills
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