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By Amy Sales, January 8, 2025

by Nikki Alvin-Smith The heart and energy that goes into bringing up a performance horse to reach its full potential is not an easy quest. From inception to retirement, the equine will need a horse trainer with a clear head for defined care and training program to progress it through its stages of development. Special …

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By Amy Sales, January 8, 2025

Guelph, ON – Jan 8, 2024 –  take charge of your horse’s nutrition and health through an instructor-led Body Condition Scoring Course. Facilitated by Gayle Ecker, Director of Equine Guelph, and PhD animal nutritionist, Nicole Weidner, this unique course is the cornerstone of Nutrition Education Month, an initiative that aims to empower caregivers to optimize …

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By Amy Sales, January 8, 2025

LEXINGTON, KY (January 08, 2025) – Amplify Horse Racing is now accepting applications for the spring 2025 intake of its Mentorship Program through Tuesday, January 28. This program offers an introductory step for youth and young adults interested in learning more about the Thoroughbred industry by pairing them with experienced professionals who provide valuable career …

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By Amy Sales, January 7, 2025

2025 NCHA NRR CAT KING COLE SUPER STAKES AND NATIONAL CIRCUIT CHAMPIONSHIP FORT WORTH, TX – It is with great excitement that the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) is announcing the renovation of the Will Rogers Memorial Complex. This innovative reconstruction of the facilities promises an improved experience for competitors and viewers alike for future …

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By Amy Sales, January 7, 2025

From April 5-9, Palm Equestrian Academy’s Lynn Palm and Cyril Pittion-Rossillon are hosting their spring session at the beautiful Grand Oaks Resort in Weirsdale, FL. As the only Ocala area-based location where the pair offers this format, riders can truly customize their own training days and times! This comprehensive program can be customized per horse …

Continue reading “Palm Equestrian Academy Announces Dates of Spring Customized Clinic at the Grand Oaks Resort”

By Amy Sales, January 7, 2025

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Coinciding with the 75th anniversary of its founding, which will be recognized and celebrated throughout 2025, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will open its latest exhibition, Laying the Foundation: The Architecture of the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, to the public on Wednesday, Jan. …

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By Amy Sales, January 7, 2025

The American Horse Council (AHC) kicks off the new year with a webinar on the inspiring story of an equine program that is steeped in honor and history. Julie Broadway, President of the AHC, introduces “What’s New with the Old Guard” as she and Emily Stearns, AHC’s Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison, interview the …

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By Amy Sales, January 7, 2025

by Merri Meldetheequestrianvagabond@gmail.com The Equestrian Vagabond, Merri Melde, shares another year in the life of an equine photographer in the online gallery, “A Fun Look Back at 2024.”  https://www.theequestrianvagabond.com/A-Fun-Look-Back-at-2024 Melde served as Official Photographer in 2024 for numerous AERC (American Endurance Ride Conference) Endurance rides in Idaho, Utah, California, and Colorado, Trail rides in Idaho, …

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By Amy Sales, January 7, 2025

DENVER, CO – The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) takes great pride in the exceptional equine caretakers who serve at PATH Intl. Member Centers ensuring high quality of life for the equines that partner with humans in equine-assisted services (EAS). PATH Intl. is pleased to announce the winner of the 2024 PATH …

Continue reading “The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) and Zoetis Equine are Proud to Announce the 2024 PATH Intl. Equine Caretaker of the Year”

By Amy Sales, January 7, 2025

Offering C.A.R.D. Diagrams, Coach Athlete Pledge Signage, and #WRT x Dreamers & Schemers Socks to Distribute to Competitors Woodside, CA (January 7, 2025) – #WeRideTogether, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing sexual misconduct in sports through education, awareness, and resources, is kicking off 2025 with the goal of expanding its partnerships with equestrian organizations across …

Continue reading “#WeRideTogether Invites Horse Show Organizers to Utilize FREE Educational Resources and Signage to Continue Raising Awareness about Power Imbalances and Abuse in Sport”

By Amy Sales, January 6, 2025

Empowering Equestrian Entrepreneurs through Collaboration and Innovation Boston, MA – January 6, 2025 – Avenue Equestrian is excited to announce the launch of the Avenue Equestrian Mastermind, a year-long program specifically designed for equestrian businesses and entrepreneurs across the industry. This initiative aims to foster growth, innovation, and collaboration among professionals dedicated to equine publishing, …

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By Amy Sales, January 6, 2025

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) previously announced a new event, the Leadership Gathering, to be held February 2-3, 2025, at the downtown Oklahoma City Omni Hotel. A key focus of the event will be a full day dedicated to industry experts helping our members tackle issues such as financial planning, hiring qualified help, and how to …

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By Christy Jenkins, January 1, 2025

HorseGrooms, a leading online community for professional and aspiring grooms and recently recognized by US Equestrian as an Official Member Perks Sponsor, is thrilled to announce the launch of HorseGrooms Insiders, a premium membership tier designed to empower, educate, and connect equestrian professionals at every level. Whether you’re a seasoned groom, a rider, trainer, owner, …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 31, 2024

December 31, 2024 (Paso Robles, CA) -The Awakening With Equines Card Deck has found its way into homes and barns around the world (almost all 50 states and over 10 countries). It makes the perfect gift for any horse lover and is deeply appreciated and utilized by EAL/EAP professionals in their private and group sessions …

Continue reading “Awakening With Equines: Kate Neligan’s Award-Winning Card Deck Brings Horse Wisdom to Equestrians and Equine-Assisted Learning Professionals Around the World”

By Christy Jenkins, December 30, 2024

Dec. 30, 2024, New York, New York – IGNITE for Equine Athletes welcomes the USEA Foundation’s Poggio Horsemanship Fund as the newest sponsor of the 2nd Annual Sport Science for the Olympic Disciplines Seminar in Ocala, Jan. 12-13, 2025. Established in 2020, the Poggio Horsemanship Fund helps the Foundation educate riders, owners, grooms and eventing …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, Virginia, December 31, 2024 – Starting after the new year, SmartPak customers will be able to add SURE FOOT Equine Balance Pads to their shopping cart. These popular items will be located in the Therapy Center under the Health Category on the SmartPak website: SURE FOOT Equine Balance Pads are intended for use with …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, Virginia, December 28, 2024 – There’s only one spot left to join riding instructor Wendy Murdoch of Horsing Around International and Amador Equestrian on an exclusive Costa Rican riding retreat February 22 – March 1, 2025! This luxury winter getaway over eight days and seven nights combines horses, yoga, and fine dining into an …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 30, 2024

Wellington, FL – HorseGrooms is excited to announce the return of its HorseGrooms MeetUps this season, offering grooms in Wellington, FL, an incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. These in-person gatherings provide a supportive environment for grooms to share experiences, acquire valuable knowledge, and foster camaraderie within the equestrian industry. Whether you’re looking …

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By Amy Sales, December 27, 2024

Packing a company’s information into a powerhouse press release continues to be one of the more effective ways to promote a product, announce an event or put out a news alert. Even more valuable, a press release can be easily redistributed. Writing a press release sounds easy, but without a dynamic writer focused on details …

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By Amy Sales, December 27, 2024

For six decades, Palm Equestrian Academy’s Lynn Palm and Cyril Pittion-Rossillon have had success in competition, coaching riders to numerous accolades in various disciplines, creating an extensive library of at home training, presenting their training programs at national and international venues and authoring their equestrian journeys. It is said the 55th Emerald Anniversary represents true …

Continue reading “Palm Equestrian Academy Celebrates 55th Anniversary in 2025”

By Amy Sales, December 26, 2024

DENVER, CO – The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH Intl.) takes great pride in the exceptional equines and professionals who serve at PATH Intl. Member Centers across the country, ensuring high quality of services for the children and adults they partner with in equine-assisted services (EAS). PATH Intl. is pleased to announce the winner …

Continue reading “The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) and Purina are Proud to Announce the 2024 PATH Intl. Equine of the Year”

By Amy Sales, December 23, 2024

by Nikki Alvin-Smith Even when you are opting for the very popular and amazingly almost ‘instant’ modular horse barn, it is essential that you plan ahead. The sincere advantages of the modular horse barn build (especially that all important ‘to-the-penny’ quote that can be obtained that includes not only the barn purchase but also its …

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By Amy Sales, December 23, 2024

With the expertise of Lynn Palm as judge, instructor and coach along with partner Marie-Frances Davis’ background in event management, the pair continues their Winning Ways with Western Dressage into 2025. Beginning in 2022 with two locations, the first ever of its kind competitive and educational event, has blossomed into eleven locations, four of which …

Continue reading “Winning Ways with Western Dressage to Host Record Eleven Winning Weekends in 2025”

By Amy Sales, December 23, 2024

The National Snaffle Bit Association Foundation will host its 2025 Coaches Summit February 24-26 at Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship in Dallas, Texas. Registration to attend this year’s event is open through January 27. The three-day workshop is open to equine industry professionals, therapeutic riding center coaches, staff, volunteers and anyone interested in exploring opportunities for the …

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By Amy Sales, December 23, 2024

From Nikki Alvin-Smith What a year it has been. Ups and downs for us all, times of transition and change particularly in our media arena. What will the New Year bring? I’d like to thank all the fabulous folks on the AHP Board for all they have done throughout the year to keep the wonderful …

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By Amy Sales, December 20, 2024

~Your Generosity Will Help People and Working Equines Everywhere~ (Lexington, KY – December 20, 2024) – As Brooke USA approaches the end of a remarkable year and during this Holiday Season, the organization recognizes the many supporters and friends, who through their compassionate giving year-round, have helped families across the world cope with the desolation …

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By Amy Sales, December 20, 2024

Three outstanding Texas veterinary students have each been awarded $10,000 Merck Animal Health Scholarships by The Foundation for the Horse. Recognized for their academic excellence, leadership in their schools and American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) student chapters, and ambitious long-term goals in equine practice, the recipients are Danyelle Reiskind and Drew Cook from Texas …

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By Amy Sales, December 20, 2024

San Juan Capistrano, CA— December 20, 2024 – Premier Equisport Events, a partnership between Nilforushan Equisport Events (NEE) and Equine Network (EN), is pleased to announce that it has been licensed by the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) to operate hunter/jumper competitions at the Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park. Leveraging the exceptional experience developed for …

Continue reading “Premier Equisport Events Makes a Strategic Expansion by Being Named the New Show Producer at Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park”

By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

LEXINGTON, KY (Dec. 19, 2024) – Keeneland has supplemented six horses – including multiple stakes winner Kloepatra, who is carrying her first foal by Life Is Good – to the 2025 January Horses of All Ages Sale. The auction, which will cover three sessions from Jan. 13-15, 2025, also includes broodmare prospects, newly turned yearlings, …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

December 19, 2024 (Lexington, KY)—The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) invites horse lovers of all ages, experience levels, and disciplines to attend the 2025 USPC Convention, hosted by USPC and the Great Lakes Region, from January 22–26, 2025, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Traverse City, Mich. You do …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

December 19, 2024 (Lexington, KY)—The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) announced changes to its safety policies and tack allowances that involve helmets, body protection vests, and stirrups. These changes affect all USPC participating members and members participating in a Pony Club event from another organization, such as during an international exchange. …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

Chagrin Falls, OH – December 19, 2024: Horses & Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) is excited to announce the holiday ticket sale for our annual Connect, Learn, and Inspire conference, happening February 22–23, 2025, in San Antonio, TX. Join us for an extraordinary weekend of knowledge-sharing, fellowship, and inspiration with others who share your passion for …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

For those who ever doubted what the power of good thoughts and ideas put into action can do, we say look no further than #TeamLafitte – Lafitte De Muze, his owner, Cheryl Olsten, his rider, Amanda Steege, and his caregiver, Tim Delovich. Lafitte De Muze was the inspiration for establishing the EQUUS Foundation Equine Ambassadors …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the generous funding of the ASPCA Right Horse Scholarship. Scholarship funds are available for up to 50 eligible horses competing in the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, the largest retraining competition for recently-retired racehorses and former broodmares. “Our continued partnership with the Retired Racehorse Project has been …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

Fort Worth, TX – Mustang Champions is thrilled to welcome Bobby Kerr, a hometown hero and PRCA Dress Act of the Year, to the 2025 Mustang Magic “Horses and Horsemen of the World” showcase. Known for his breathtaking performances and deep connection with mustang horses, Bobby will bring his signature blend of skill, artistry, and …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

Dec. 5, 2024 – For the last 24 years, the National Reining Horses Association (NRHA) has given consignors and buyers a place to buy and sell the movers and shakers of the industry. In 2024, the atmosphere of the NRHA Markel Futurity Sales was different than in the past. While the seats at State Fair …

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By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

DENVER, CO – The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH Intl.) takes great pride in the exceptional credentialed professionals, volunteers, equines, veterinarians, staff, and participants who ensure delivery of, and participate in, high-quality equine-assisted services (EAS) at PATH Intl. Member Centers. PATH Intl. is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 PATH Intl. awards. …

Continue reading “The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) Announces its 2024 Award Winners”

By Amy Sales, December 19, 2024

Guelph, ON – Dec 19, 2024 – Equine Guelph, the horse owner’s centre at the University of Guelph, is excited to announce their On-Demand Horse Behaviour and Safety course for youth course will be FREE until March 31, 2025 to youth who love horses around the globe!  This evidence-based course is designed specifically for young horse …

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By Amy Sales, December 18, 2024

Beginning January 2025, small-fry classes are available at AQHA-approved shows to Level 1- eligible exhibitors 9 and under. It is time for the youngest youth of our show industry to shine! Beginning January 1, 2025, small-fry classes are available for exhibitors 9 years old and younger who are Level 1 eligible. The small-fry division was …

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By Amy Sales, December 18, 2024

JANUARY Bio TBD Rhonda Hartman is a lifelong horse lover and owner who currently lives in Arizona on a small farm. She currently has six horses, four donkeys, and other assorted animals. She has competed in barrel racing since the age of 10. She is always striving to learn more about horses in order to …

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By Amy Sales, December 18, 2024

The Mars, Incorporated portfolio of equine products and services is focused on whole horse wellness and is backed by research, diagnostics and nutrition expertise Dec. 18, 2024 (McLEAN, Va.) – For the fourth year in a row, following a series of successful live webinars, MARS EQUESTRIAN™ has added an additional on-demand webinar, titled Updates on …

Continue reading “New recorded webinar from MARS EQUESTRIAN™ Equine Veterinary Continuing Education Series now available for RACE credits”

By Amy Sales, December 18, 2024

Missoula, Montana — The Equus International Film Festival, an international project of Horse Haven Montana, has opened its Call for Entries for the 2025 edition. The Film Festival, one of the first all equine film events returns to Missoula, Montana September 11-14. It will be a part of an equine conference – A NEW VISION IN HORSEMANSHIP, …

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By Amy Sales, December 18, 2024

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Esteemed writers Tim Layden, Ed Schuyler, Jr., and the late Edwin Pope have been selected to the National Museum of Racing’s Joe Hirsch Media Roll of Honor. Layden is a four-time Eclipse Award winner and the 2015 recipient of the Walter Haight Award for career excellence in turf writing from the …

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By Amy Sales, December 17, 2024

Dr. Caroline McKinney-Aguirre, an equine veterinarian from North Carolina State University, received the 2024 EQUUS Foundation Research Award for her research on novel placental derivatives to enhance equine intestinal epithelial repair.  The EQUUS Foundation Research Award is given annually to a doctoral or residency student who has made significant progress in equine health care research. …

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By Amy Sales, December 17, 2024

Updates on the Association’s progress in 2024 from AQHA Chief Executive Officer Karl Stressman. It has been a big year for the American Quarter Horse Association. Looking at the numbers, we have seen record attendance and engagement at AQHA events while also celebrating landmark anniversaries. In January 2024 we hosted the first-ever AQHA Professional Horsemen …

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By Amy Sales, December 16, 2024

Zoetis’ Core EQ Innovator® is the first and only vaccine shown to be safe for use as a booster against all core equine diseases, including rabies, 4 to 6 weeks prior to foaling PARSIPPANY, N.J. (Dec. 11, 2024)—Zoetis Inc., the world’s leading animal health company, is reminding horse owners of the importance of vaccinating broodmares during …

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By Amy Sales, December 16, 2024

As equine veterinary medicine coalesces around a new vision for its future, horse doctors from around the world embraced the power of learning and connection during the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) 70th Annual Convention in Orlando, Fla., Dec. 7–11. Registered attendees comprised 4,934 veterinary professionals, veterinary students, guests and exhibitors. More than 400 …

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By Amy Sales, December 16, 2024

The Plaidcast Live Returns! Join host Piper Klemm, Publisher of The Plaid Horse at the Aetna Theatre of Wadsworth Atheneum Museum on December 18th for a discussion with trainer, clinician, and international-level rider Tik Maynard about equestrian sport. Tickets are FREE and required for entry. Our first Plaidcast Live in November with Olympic Gold Medalist …

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By Amy Sales, December 16, 2024

by Nikki Alvin-Smith The resurgence in popularity of living with horses and sharing space with equines all under the one roof of a Barndominium, comes with its own set of challenges that some of us have more trouble addressing than others. Namely where to put all our stuff. There are solutions to the problem, but …

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By Amy Sales, December 16, 2024

Avant Marketeer Nikki Alvin-Smith Offers Timely Insights For Your Marketing Delight “Artificial intelligence is just that. Artificial. And for professional content writers, real authors and writers, the human intellect with its innate creative manner and ability to bring humor, humility and anecdotal evidence to fruition on the page or video script, the earning path forward …

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By Amy Sales, December 16, 2024

Ligonier. PA – The rush is on to complete preparations for the holiday season! Why not add some unique equestrian touches to your decorating and gift-giving lists? The Barngoddess Chronicles & Barngoddess Banter are great resources for inspiration. Visit The Barngoddess Chronicles for the Best 10 Horsey Holiday Decorating Ideas! From your front door greeting …

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By Amy Sales, December 16, 2024

December 16, 2024 – Horse business owners know best — if you’re not growing, you’re shrinking. You also know that just as you need to approach every horse as the unique animal it is, there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach to growing your equestrian business in 2025. What you need is a clear …

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By Amy Sales, December 13, 2024

Redefining Connection, Education, and Inspiration for Riders Around the Globe [DECEMBER 13, 2024] – NOËLLE FLOYD, a trusted name in the equestrian world, recently announced the launch of NOËLLE FLOYD Plus (NF+), a groundbreaking platform designed to elevate the daily lives of equestrians everywhere. To celebrate the launch of NF+ this holiday season, NOËLLE FLOYD …

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By Amy Sales, December 12, 2024

The Wings Equestrian Photography Mentorship, now in its fifth year, is launching its next 3-month cohort-based program designed to help equine photographers, content creators, and marketing professionals elevate the quality of their imagery. Led by veteran equine photographer Shelley Paulson, this high-touch mentorship experience provides the tools, guidance, and support participants need to consistently create …

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By Amy Sales, December 11, 2024

Brooke USA’s Signature Event Features a Dressage Musical Freestyle Performance to a Live Symphony Orchestra OCALA, Fla., Dec. 11, 2024– Brooke USA Foundation’s (Brooke USA) Ocala Regional Advisory Council introduces the one-of-a kind showcase, Divertimentos & Dressage, to the Ocala community. The event will take place on Thurs., Jan. 30 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. …

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By Amy Sales, December 10, 2024

Tracy Turner, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR, partner in Turner Wilson Equine Consulting in Stillwater, Minn., was installed as president of the American Association of Equine Practitioners during the President’s Luncheon on Dec. 10 at the AAEP’s 70th Annual Convention in Orlando, Fla.  Dr. Turner retired from private practice in December 2023 after concentrating exclusively on …

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By Amy Sales, December 10, 2024

Four future horse doctors in their fourth year of outstanding veterinary school performance are the 2024 recipients of $75,000 Coyote Rock Ranch Veterinary Scholarships. The Foundation for the Horse presented their awards Dec. 8 during the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ (AAEP) 70th Annual Convention in Orlando, Florida. The scholarship recipients, selected from 53 distinguished …

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By Amy Sales, December 10, 2024

By Jordan Strickler Lexington, Ky.— A new research initiative by the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is investigating a natural, probiotic-based solution to combat a common bacterial infection that has plagued horse owners, veterinarians and breeders for decades.   Rhodococcus equi infections cause severe pneumonia in young foals, leading to costly treatments, high mortality …

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By Amy Sales, December 10, 2024

LEXINGTON, KY (Dec. 10, 2024) – Keeneland has cataloged 1,236 horses for the 68th January Horses of All Ages Sale, which will cover three sessions from Jan. 13-15, 2025. Click here for the catalog, which features broodmares and broodmare prospects, newly turned yearlings, horses of racing age, stallions and stallion prospects. Print catalogs for the January Sale are scheduled …

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By Amy Sales, December 9, 2024

You can help make this Friday, December 13 a lucky day for America’s horses! Join us to celebrate the National Day of the Horse, established by Congress in 2004, to honor the cultural, historic, and economic contributions that horses have made and continue to make. From One Horse to Another! Thanks to EQUUS Foundation Equine Ambassador, Lafitte …

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By Amy Sales, December 9, 2024

The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) celebrates Dr. Hal Schott, professor of large animal clinical sciences at the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, as recipient of the grand prize 2024 Good Works for Horses Award, sponsored by Zoetis.  Dr. Schott is honored for his establishment and ongoing support of a program that …

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By Amy Sales, December 6, 2024

-Guelph, ON – Dec. 5, 2024.  University of Guelph researchers share preliminary results of a study suggesting bigger may not necessarily be better when it comes to riding school programs and equine welfare. Other researchers have shown that riding lesson horses have poorer welfare compared to pleasure horses, when comparing incidences of abnormal behaviours, physical injuries, …

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By Amy Sales, December 6, 2024

by Nikki Alvin-Smith When you purchase land with plans to develop it as a horse farm there are a myriad of things to seek, avoid and compromise on before you dive into ownership. When you make informed decisions based not just on price but also on how good the site you’ve set your heart on …

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By Amy Sales, December 6, 2024

The American Horse Council (AHC) is a Washington-based advocacy organization that represents individual members and over 130 equine organizations before Congress and the federal regulatory agencies. AHC member organizations include breed registries, national and state equine associations, state horse councils, recreational associations, and organizations representing racetracks, equestrians, horse shows, veterinarians, farriers, rodeos, and other equine-related …

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By Amy Sales, December 5, 2024

Veterinarians, physios, riders, coaches, owners, grooms and other stakeholders welcome. What:  IGNITE’s 2nd Annual Sports Science Seminar for the Olympic Disciplines jump starts the New Year in a forward-thinking direction. Experts from the human and equine high-performance worlds will gather to present and share latest research, training and conditioning approaches and actionable preparation and performance …

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By Amy Sales, December 5, 2024

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that the rulebook for the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, is now available at the organization’s website, theRRP.org. Revisions to rules are indicated in red and clarifications are indicated in blue. December 1 marked the first day that horses could begin …

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By Amy Sales, December 5, 2024

The National Snaffle Bit Association held its annual membership meeting and election of officers and directors on Tuesday, December 3, at Springhill Suites in Fort Worth, Texas. Phil Harris, of State Road, North Carolina, was elected 2025 NSBA president. Phil is the second generation to be involved in his family’s business, Harris Leather and Silverworks, …

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By Amy Sales, December 4, 2024

The “Chromatic Fund,” a collaborative initiative of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), US Equestrian (USEF), Chromatic’s breeder KC Branscomb, and The Foundation for the Horse will fund innovative research and education initiatives designed to improve the health and welfare of sport horses worldwide.  The fund is named in honor of Chromatic BF, a 13-year-old Oldenburg U.S. show …

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By Amy Sales, December 4, 2024

Albuquerque, NM—December 4, 2024 – The Equine Network Foundation and A Home For Every Horse are proud to announce Megan Ahearne MS DVM of Oxford, Michigan, as the winner of the inaugural $2,500 Healing Hands Award Winner sponsored by Purina. The Equine Network Foundation and A Home For Every Horse $2,500 Healing Hands Award sponsored …

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By Amy Sales, December 4, 2024

COLUMBUS, OH, December 4, 2025 – We’ve got a riddle for you: what’s big enough to change your equestrian lifestyle forever, but still small enough to fit inside a Christmas stocking? Tickets to Equine Affaire, that’s what! North America’s premier equine exposition and equestrian gathering is returning to the Ohio Expo Center on April 10-13, …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 3, 2024

Apply for the 2025 AHP Equine Media Student Award and start paving the way to the career of your future. Applications Due January 31, 2025 High school seniors and undergraduate college students under 25 are eligible to enter the 2025 AHP Equine Media Student Award. American Horse Publications will present two applicants with a travel …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

The UK Pre-Veterinary Experience Day offers a unique opportunity for students interested in veterinary medicine to connect with veterinarians, advisors and industry partners from a variety of career paths. By Holly Wiemers Lexington, Ky.— The popular University of Kentucky Pre-Veterinary Experience Day returns Feb. 15, 2025, at the Thoroughbred Training Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Organized by the UK …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

Click here! Ask yourself – is the person in the photo a girl, a boy, young, old? Do the two horses in the photo belong to this person? Maybe not, but what we do know is that there is a bond between them. These horses could have been rescued and waiting for their next chapter, …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

Austin, TX – Mustang Champions, in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and Burro Program (BLM), is excited to announce the return of the Mustang Classic, scheduled for September 4-6, 2025 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. This event, focusing on the English discipline, features updated competition elements and the …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

Austin, TX – Mustang Champions, in collaboration with the Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and Burro Program (BLM), is excited to announce the highly anticipated return of the Mustang Challenge, taking place July 10-12, 2025, at the South Point Arena in Las Vegas. This Western discipline event offers exhibitors the opportunity to compete for …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

HorseGrooms is thrilled to announce the first HorseGrooms Meet-Up of this winter, hosted at Desert International Horse Park (DIHP) in Thermal, CA. This exciting event will take place during Holiday 2, the Major League Show Jumping week, on Tuesday, December 10th, from 6 to 8 PM. The Meet-Up is open to all grooms—regardless of discipline, …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

HorseGrooms is committed to helping grooms grow, learn, and connect. That’s why we’re so excited to announce our upcoming Live Q&A with Corentin “Cory” Tual, head groom and barn manager for U.S. showjumper Lillie Keenan! This exclusive online event inside the HorseGrooms Community is everyone’s chance to gain insider tips and career advice directly from …

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By Amy Sales, December 3, 2024

IEA – Inclusive. Equitable, Affordable. Tuesday, December 3, 2024 (Columbus, Ohio) – There are certainly benefits to youth sports. They impart valuable life lessons and promote good health. But as any parent of a young athlete will attest, it can also be a major drain on household resources and finances. Before their budding young athlete …

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By Christy Jenkins, December 2, 2024

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA December 2, 2024 — Nominations are open for the 24th annual Equine Industry Vision Award. Sponsored by Zoetis, the prestigious award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation across the entire equine market, as well as ingenuity and service. Award nominees may include individuals or organizations. Candidates may be considered for …

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By Amy Sales, December 2, 2024

[December 2, 2024 – Lexington, Kentucky] – Every industry honors individuals who make a lasting impact through their outstanding contributions, and the Morgan horse industry is proud to do the same. To celebrate those who have helped shape the breed’s success, members of The American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) have nominated their heroes and heroines …

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By Amy Sales, December 2, 2024

Director / Producer Andrea Nevins Co Producer / Editor / Writer Graham Clark Monty Roberts, renowned Horse Gentler  Monty Roberts, a nonviolent horse trainer who rejected traditional “breaking” methods, formed an unlikely friendship with Queen Elizabeth II. Bonding over their shared love for animals, they overcome Monty’s doubters to broadcast his gentle approach globally. From Academy Award …

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By Amy Sales, December 2, 2024

-Guelph, ON – Nov, 29, 2024. The final offering of Equine Guelph’s Large Animal Emergency Rescue (LAER) training for 2024 was a specialized workshop for veterinary students held at the University of Guelph campus.  On November 23, 2024 this course was presented by Equine Guelph & the Department of Clinical Studies, Ontario Veterinary College, University …

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By Amy Sales, December 2, 2024

Redefining Connection, Education, and Inspiration for Riders Around the Globe [DECEMBER 2, 2024] – NOËLLE FLOYD, a trusted name in the equestrian world, is proud to announce the launch of NOËLLE FLOYD Plus (NF+), a groundbreaking platform designed to elevate the daily lives of equestrians everywhere. NF+ is revolutionizing how equestrians connect, learn, and thrive—combining …

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By Amy Sales, November 27, 2024

Right now, thousands of horses across the country are waiting for help—waiting for the resources they need to survive and thrive. Whether it’s hay, feed, veterinary care, or even a safe place to call home, these horses depend on compassionate people like you. This GivingTuesday, we’re asking for your support to help us continue providing critical …

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By Amy Sales, November 27, 2024

MyAQHA now has a Registration Certificate Manager area to make Quarter Horse ownership even easier. As a result of member feedback, myAQHA, the American Quarter Horse Association’s web platform where members can access their membership and ownership records, has a new tool to improve and simplify the AQHA member experience. Introducing the new Registration Certificate …

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By Amy Sales, November 27, 2024

In 2024, donors helped the National Snaffle Bit Association Foundation have an impact on the lives of hundreds of individuals and organizations throughout the horse industry. That impact included introducing 13 therapeutic riding centers to NSBA competition through its Coaches Summit event, honoring 50 military veterans through four Heroes On Horses® events, welcoming a new …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

November 26, 2024 – Lexington, KY – Horse & Country (H&C), the leading international equestrian sports media network, closes out the year with content for every equestrian sport fan, including the debut of an exciting new four-part series, Thunderbird Life, on Friday, November 29, 2024. November also brings the conclusion of season 2 of Riding …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

Now is the time to enroll your 2024 foal in NSBA’s Incentive Fund, Breeders Championship Futurity and Color Breeders Championship Futurity. Initial enrollments are due on December 15. NSBA breeding programs continue to be the highest paying incentive funds in their respective areas of the show horse industry. The Incentive fund has paid out more …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

W. SPRINGFIELD, MA, November 26, 2024 – With more than thirty-three thousand equestrians in attendance across four days of festivities, Equine Affaire enjoyed an exciting 26th year at the Eastern States Exposition in W. Springfield earlier this month. Equine enthusiasts of all ages enjoyed attending a robust educational program, cheering for riders, horses, and athletes …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

High Res Photos: https://juliegoodnight.com/press SALIDA, Colorado, November 26, 2024 In the latest episode of her popular podcast, Ride On with Julie Goodnight, she digs deep into the weeds of how horses learn, how behavior is shaped, and the important skills horses should learn early on.  “I love training young horses,” says Goodnight. “They are curious, energetic, …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

November 26, 2024 (Mead, CO) — Have a horse-loving kiddo on your Christmas shopping list? Check out the new children’s book, Power of the Pony (https://www.whole-picture.com/ponypowers), by equine journalist and photographer Heidi Nyland Melocco (co-authored with her daughter, Savannah). The book is a photographic tour of all things pony: the barn, arena, and show grounds. Children ages three …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

The last horse exited the Jim Norick Coliseum for the American Quarter Horse Association, finalizing the 50th anniversary of the AQHA World Championship Show. We partied like it’s 1974 but now the lights have been dimmed for good for AQHA shows in the Jim Norick Coliseum. The 2024 Nutrena AQHA World Championship Show; AQHA Select …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

Gladys, Va. – Nov. 25, 2024 – After nearly four decades at the helm of equestrian operations at the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, New York, Peter and Sherry Cashman have officially retired. Peter, who is the executive director of the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA), will remain active in his duties …

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By Amy Sales, November 26, 2024

~Joining millions around the world, and Participating in the global generosity movement on December 3, 2024~ (Lexington, KY – November 26, 2024) –– This Giving Tuesday, Brooke USA Foundation is encouraging donors and friends to support efforts to end the cruel and senseless Donkey Hide Trade which sees hundreds of thousands of donkeys killed for their …

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By Amy Sales, November 25, 2024

Since 2010 GGT Footing® and Kentucky Horse Park have enjoyed a symbiotic relationship! We are so proud to now be the Sponsor of The Kentucky Horse Park Footing. Our long-term relationship w Footing Supervisor, Mark Van Ruiten, has been integral to the success of all the footing at the Horse Park! We are excited to …

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By Amy Sales, November 25, 2024

by Nikki Alvin-Smith In the realm of the equine digestive process most horse owners are aware of the benefits of feeding their equine’s microbiome on a regular basis with a biotic, usually touted for use are prebiotics and probiotics. But do you actually know what the difference is between the two? And do you know …

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By Amy Sales, November 25, 2024

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today the launch of its 2024 year-end giving campaign with a total goal of $100,000, including a $38,700 match pledge that will double contributions from donors who support the organization’s charitable mission to increase demand for Thoroughbreds beyond racing. The campaign comes on the eve of the RRP’s 15-year …

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By Amy Sales, November 25, 2024

Elizabeth Woolsey spent a long career as a veterinarian before becoming an author who honors other vets in her many published books and our 2024 $10,000 Equestrian Voices Creative Writing Contest Grand Champion prize winner with her narrative, A True Christmas Story– a memory from her many years in the field. With her prize money …

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By Amy Sales, November 25, 2024

by Nikki Alvin-Smith Barns offer tremendous versatility for use due to the nature of their inherent size and their relative affordability when compared to other styles of commercial or larger buildings. Barns can offer living spaces for humans as well as horses and other livestock. The eco-friendly single footprint of the upward trending build, the …

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By Amy Sales, November 25, 2024

Boss Mares, Inc. and the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo will host the second “Lead the Herd” Workshop on January 18, 2025, at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame in Fort Worth, Texas, with a powerful lineup of speakers. The one-day workshop will bring business and marketing expertise to attendees free of …

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