Brooke USA Aids Equestrian and Horses in Ukraine, and Established the Brooke USA Ukraine Emergency Fund
By Kendall Bierer, April 7, 2022
Brooke USA Foundation (Brooke USA) recently announced the establishment of its Ukraine Emergency Fund and asks its generous supporters to help equestrians and their horses as it joins the many organizations supporting relief efforts in that nation. Funds raised will be forwarded to the Ukrainian Equestrian Federation Charity Foundation (UEFCF; registered in Belgium) with assistance from …
Beginner’s Instructors are the Foundation of the Horse Industry
By Barbara Ellin Fox, April 6, 2022
It’s easy to get so involved in our own sector of the horse business that we forget who ensures our future. The horse industry’s engine is not the elite riders, the A circuit, or big-name trainers. The health of our industry depends on a continual stream of newbies and first-time horse owners to keep businesses …
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HHRF Currently Accepting Applications for Candidates to Serve on the Scientific Advisory Committee
By Pebbles Turbeville, April 6, 2022
Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) is currently seeking candidates to serve on the Scientific Advisory Committee. Candidates must be willing to make a three- year commitment and agree to review (at the minimum) three scientific grant proposals a year. HHRF Applicant Criteria Active member of the Equine Assisted Services (EAS) community. Candidate must have …
Back on Track® Announces Renewed US Presence
By James Ruder, April 5, 2022
Back on Track AB, with global headquarters in Uppsala, Sweden, completed a restructuring in the later part of 2021. As part of the reorganization effort, Dr. Erland Beselin, Back on Track founder and president, appointed James S. Ruder as Managing Director-USA. The new US corporate entity is now Back on Track BOT LLC, with primary …
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AHC Annual Award Nominations Open
By Julie Broadway, April 5, 2022
The American Horse Council (AHC) will honor the equine industry’s brightest leaders at its annual meeting and national issues forum on June 5-7, 2022, at its conference in Washington DC with the presentation of the Van Ness Award, the Hickey Award and the Rolapp Award. The Van Ness Award is named in honor of the …
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NRHA Reining Champion Peter DeFreitas and World Champion Quarter Horse Trainer Robin Frid Join Horse&Rider OnDemand+
By Nicole Chirico, April 5, 2022
Horse&Rider OnDemand continues to deliver top-notch training content with the addition of multiple NRHA Futurity and Derby finalist, and NRBC champion Peter DeFreitas and multiple world champion Quarter Horse trainer Robin Frid to their Horse&Rider OnDemand+ lineup. After working for both NRHA Professional Mike McEntire and Sam Smith, DeFreitas began his career as the resident …
Keeneland’s PhotoShelter Provides Spring Meet Digital Assets for Editorial Use
By Amy Owens, April 5, 2022
For the convenience of media covering Keeneland’s 15-day Spring Meet from April 8-29, Keeneland is posting select photos and videos for editorial use as well as archive press releases and other press materials via the PhotoShelter digital asset management system. The PhotoShelter system replaces Keeneland’s FTP site. Here is what you will find on PhotoShelter: …
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Nikki’s News: Bring on The Dancing Horses and Shoot Them
By Nikki Alvin-Smith, April 5, 2022
When it is time to bring on the dancing horses (in this case dressage performance prospects that are set to start their careers), and shoot them with the right camera angle, speed, frame and light, a call for camera operators and the related crew goes out from the TV/film production team. When the production involves …
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Ohio Equestrian Directory Set to Appear at Equine Affaire 2022
By Aaron Gutting, April 4, 2022
On April 7 – 10, Ohio Equestrian Directory will be ready to meet all of those who “Love the Ride” with their exclusive new Spring line of equestrian-inspired apparel and magazines. Equestrians are eager to welcome Spring and celebrate their love of all things equine at the annual Equine Affaire in Columbus. Ohio Equestrian Directory …
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Cowgirl Hall of Famer Barbra Schulte Shares Her Business Success Tips on How to Market Your Horse Business Podcast
By Denise Alvarez, April 4, 2022
Renowned horsewoman, cutting horse trainer and personal performance coach Barbra Schulte recently gave an inside look at how she built a successful business that has stood the test of time on the How to Market Your Horse Business Podcast with Denise Alvarez. Listen to the two-part conversation on all major podcast players or head to …
A Spring In Their Step
By Kim Miller, April 4, 2022
Brushy Creek begins season with a ComfortStall edge in their ponies’ care. “Substantial savings” were the initial reason Cacho Galindo recommended ComfortStall Sealed Orthopedic Flooring to the Hord family for their Brushy Creek Farm polo pony barn. ComfortStall has built-in foam cushion that eliminates the need of bedding for comfort: only enough to absorb urine …
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LexArts, Horse Mania Benefit From Funds Raised By Makers Mark® Bourbon Keeneland Commemorative Bottle
By Amy Owens, April 4, 2022
Colorful life-sized horse statues will return to the community this summer and fall for the third installment of Horse Mania, an initiative put on by LexArts, greater Lexington’s premier cultural development, advocacy and fundraising organization. Horse Mania instills an understanding and enjoyment of public art. This year, Horse Mania is supported by the annual release …
Statement on District Court Decision Upholding Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act
By Keith Dane, April 4, 2022
The Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society Legislative Fund applaud the decision by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas upholding the constitutionality of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act. The decision was announced on March 31. The organizations expect the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of …
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit, Upholds Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act
By Marty Irby, April 4, 2022
Anti-Doping Law Can End Abuses in the Sport if the Measure is Properly Implemented and Contract with USADA is Secured Texas Judge James Wesley Hendrix has just dismissed a lawsuit initiated by the National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (NHBPA) last year, an attempt to derail the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA) that takes effect in July of …
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Repeta Delivers a Filly by Volatile at Three Chimneys Farm as Part of National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s Foal Patrol Season 5
By Brien Bouyea, April 4, 2022
Repeta, a 12-year-old Kentucky-bred mare owned by Three Chimneys Farm, delivered a filly by Three Chimneys freshman stallion Volatile at the farm in Versailles, Ky., at 8:38 p.m. on April 1. The foal was the fourth this season for the Foal Patrol program, the popular webcam series from the National Museum of Racing and Hall …