Thyroid Hormone and Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)
By Nancy Collins, April 3, 2022
Eleanor Kellon, VMD Supplementation with T4 thyroid hormone is a very common treatment in metabolic syndrome, but does it work? Before the description of equine metabolic syndrome and high serum insulin (hyperinsulinemia), it was assumed that overweight horses with laminitis had hypothyroidism. Blood tests did often reveal low thyroid hormone levels. However, surgically removing the …
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The Run For A Million Qualifiers Announced from the NRCHA Stallion Stakes
By Anna Morrison, April 3, 2022
The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) announced the top eight riders invited to The Run For A Million Cow Horse Event from the Teton Ridge Stallion Stakes qualifier. Out of an 83-horse field, it took a 440 composite score to earn an invitation to the cow horse event, which will be held August 17-20. …
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Obesity and Insulin Resistance
By Nancy Collins, April 3, 2022
Eleanor M. Kellon, VMD Obesity is widely believed to cause insulin resistance in people but that’s not necessarily the case in horses. In people, it is generally accepted that weight gain can lead to the development of insulin resistance and type II diabetes but that’s where parallels with the equine situation end. As obesity develops …
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Kimes Ranch Rodeo Athletes Take on Texas
By Lindsay Perraton, April 3, 2022
While the Kimes Ranch Rodeo Team hails from all over the country, the month of March found nearly all of them in the same place: Texas. The checks that they won at these rodeos have catapulted them to the top of the world standings in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and Women’s Professional Rodeo Association. …
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Gina McKnight Spotlights Riding with Diane: Rockin’ RC Rodeo Spirit Princess in her Blog, Riding & Writing
By Gina McKnight, April 3, 2022
Gina McKnight, Monday Creek Publishing, author, freelance writer, equestrian, blogger, and poet invites readers to explore her international blog, Riding & Writing, about horses, writers, authors, books, cowboys, equestrians, photographers, artists, poets, poems, and more horses. Riding with Diane: Rockin’ RC Rodeo Spirit Princess – There is something special about Montana. Besides the beautiful scenery, it is …
Certified Horsemanship Association Is Hosting a Virtual Job Fair for the Equine Industry
By Tammi Gainer, April 3, 2022
Many camps, lesson barns, boarding facilities, etc. are looking for staff this time of year and can use all the help they can get finding them. Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) wants to help get the word out about job openings around the country and help prospective employees connect with employers. CHA will be hosting a …
Iron, the Equine, and the Black Rhino
By Nancy Collins, April 3, 2022
They Have More in Common Than You Think. The association of metabolic syndrome and iron overload, indicated by high serum ferritin concentration in humans, is well-known (Stechemesser, Eder et al. 2017). In other mammals, like captive black rhinos and its most closely related species, the horse, iron overload is primarily dietary in origin. Due to …
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New Music From Templeton Thompson
By Templeton Thompson, April 3, 2022
Since she arrived in Nashville, Texas native Templeton Thompson has honed her craft as a songwriter and singer, scoring cuts by the likes of Reba McEntire, Little Texas and Jo Dee Messina, among others. Her songs have been used in such films as Dr. Doolittle 3 and in the Lifetime Christmas movie, Every Other Holiday. …
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The Foundation for the Horse Accepting Grant Proposals from Emerging Equine Researchers
By Keith Kleine, April 3, 2022
The Foundation for the Horse is accepting research grant proposals from up-and-coming equine researchers, including AAEP-member graduate students, fellows, and residents, for up to $20,000 in funding for the study of key diseases and disorders affecting equine health. In the program’s first three years, The Foundation has awarded a cumulative $326,398 to fund 17 projects at seven universities …
Erin O’Keefe Named RRP’s Development Director
By Kristen Bentley, April 3, 2022
The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that Erin O’Keefe has been hired for the new position of development director. O’Keefe brings a decade of experience in many facets of the Thoroughbred industry from breeding to sales to racing. A native of Michigan, O’Keefe is a graduate of University of Kentucky’s Equine Science and Management …
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National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame to Host Sixth Annual Kentucky Derby Party
By Brien Bouyea, April 1, 2022
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will host its sixth annual Kentucky Derby party fundraiser on Saturday, May 7 at the Museum from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will feature delicious samplings from a variety of breweries, distilleries, and wineries, as well as signature Kentucky-inspired dishes from local restaurants. All proceeds from …
Premier Equestrian Named FEI Championship Footing Advisor
By Heidi Zorn, April 1, 2022
Premier Equestrian is honored to announce their recent designation as Footing Advisor for the ECCO FEI World Championships taking place in Herning, Denmark August 6–14, 2022. Premier Equestrian President Heidi Zorn will represent the company at the championships and was awarded the task of advising on all riding surfaces for the event. “Heidi is uniquely …
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Keeping America’s Horses Safe – One Horse At A Time! What You Can Do Right Now!
By Lynn Coakley, March 31, 2022
America’s horses need our protection. Tens of thousands of horses need a lifeline when their owners cannot, or no longer, wish to care for them. The EQUUS Foundation is dedicated to finding homes for at-risk horses and horses in transition, providing a safety net for owners enduring hardship to keep their horses, providing a safe …
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Start Horseback Riding off on the Right Hoof
By Aimee Robinson, March 31, 2022
Equestrian mom shares 3 key aspects The daughter of an equestrian and team roper – and granddaughter of a 4-H horsemanship leader and farrier – Payton was simply born into the horse world. Smiling ear-to-ear pictured upon her pony, Taco, with a blue ribbon on his bridle, it’s easy to see the family passion runs deep. For parents with …
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Horizon Structures Series Presents: Time and Stress Management ~ The Benefits of Mayhem Free Modular Barn & Kennel Builds
By Nikki Alvin Smith, March 31, 2022
There are many triggers of stress. Poor diet and lack of sleep and/or exercise, unrealistic expectations, and poor time-management are key issues that pop up in stress inducing bad habits. Physical, mental/emotional symptoms from high blood pressure and weakened immune systems to depression and panic attacks are all too common in today’s fast-paced competitive world. …