Athletic Equestrian: Riding in College Podcast Wins Best Educational Podcast at the 2021 Equus Film & Arts Festival
By Sally Batton, November 30, 2021
Athletic Equestrian announces the receipt of a “Winnie” Award for Best Educational Podcast at the 2021 Equus Film & Arts Festival. The podcast, hosted by Sally Batton, 30-year Head Coach of the Varsity Dartmouth College Equestrian Team, helps young equestrians and their parents navigate the world of collegiate riding. Sally has interviewed over 40 coaches, …
The Magic & Mysteries of the Equine Hoof
By Julie Goodnight, November 30, 2021
We’ve all heard it before—no hoof, no horse—but for many horse owners, the hoof is shrouded in mystery. To help horse owners everywhere gain a better understanding of the hoof, Julie Goodnight talks with renowned leader in equine podiatry, Dr. Barbara T. Page, DVM, on the latest episode of her podcast, Ride On with Julie …
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Horizon Structures Series Presents: How To Set Your Horses Up For Success When Leaving Your Horse Farm For The Holidays
By Nikki Alvin Smith, November 30, 2021
An opportunity to take a break from your beloved horses and horse farm for the holidays probably doesn’t pop up very often, but when it does the decision to step away from home is often fraught with anxiety. When horse owners contemplate relinquishing control over their precious equines’ care and custody to others, for even …
BreakawayRoping.com Launches New Training Video Series with WPRA World Champion Erin Johnson
By Danielle Paul, November 30, 2021
BreakawayRoping.com continues to bring the best competitors and teachers in the world together by adding Women’s Professional Rodeo World Champion Erin Johnson to the site alongside Linsay Sumpter to evaluate and demonstrate high-level breakaway technique. Johnson, of Fowler, Colorado, grew up in a ranching family, competing in team roping at local gymkhanas and Little Britches …
Certified Horsemanship Association Distinguished Service Award Winner – Stan Loewen from Kansas
By Tammi Gainer, November 29, 2021
The CHA Distinguished Service Award is a lifetime achievement award for an individual who has gone above and beyond through the years promoting and upholding the mission of the Certified Horsemanship Association, helping in the horse industry and believing in all we stand for. THANK YOU to the CHA Distinguished Service Award winner – Stan …
North Carolina State University Ph.D. Student to Receive AAEP Past Presidents’ Research Fellow from The Foundation for the Horse
By Keith Kleine, November 29, 2021
Drew W. Koch, DVM, MS, DACVS, a Ph.D. candidate and postdoctoral fellow at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, will receive the AAEP Past Presidents’ Research Fellow awarded by The Foundation for the Horse for his investigation into use of mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) licensing to advance therapy for osteoarthritis. The $5,000 scholarship …
Colic Researcher at North Carolina State University to Receive EQUUS Foundation Research Fellow
By Keith Kleine, November 29, 2021
Emily A. Hellstrom, DVM, a Ph.D. student at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, will receive the EQUUS Foundation Research Fellow awarded by The Foundation for the Horse for her research into improving postoperative outcomes for surgical colic patients. The $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a doctoral or residency student who has …
University of Minnesota Ph.D. Candidate is First Recipient of The Foundation for The Horse Research Fellow
By Keith Kleine, November 29, 2021
Lauren Hughes, DVM, a Ph.D. candidate at University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, is the inaugural recipient of The Foundation for the Horse Research Fellow for her investigation of the genetics of pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) in horses. The $5,000 scholarship is awarded to a doctoral or residency student who has made significant …
Experience National Arabian Horse Day, February 19th
By Sara Thomas, November 29, 2021
Join Us: 1st Annual National Arabian Horse Day! Celebrate the world’s oldest and most versatile horse breed! National Arabian Horse Day seeks to introduce and educate the world on the benefits of having an Arabian horse in your life, thus ensuring the breed’s longevity. We need your help! It takes everyone in the Arabian horse …
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Mustang Heritage Foundation (MHF) Announces its First 2022 Extreme Mustang Makeover
By David Barrientes, November 29, 2021
The Mustang Heritage Foundation (MHF) is excited to announce its first 2022 Extreme Mustang Makeover. The event is slated to take place April 29-30, 2022 in Ocala, Florida. The event will challenge adult and youth competitors to showcase the trust they have built with previously untouched wild horses in just 100 days of training. Spectators …
Hope is On the Horizon for Horses and Horse Lovers . . .
By Lynn Coakley, November 29, 2021
The world has changed for all of us in the recent past – and while we continue to face challenges, there are glimmers of a better future ahead! In the midst of this difficult time, there is some good news. The demand of the international market for the meat of America’s horses has declined — …
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Center for a Humane Economy, Animal Wellness Action, The Cloud Foundation, and TMR Rescue Partner to Save 14 Burros
By Marty Irby, November 29, 2021
The animals were all placed by the Bureau of Land Management’s adoption programs, which put federally protected equines at risk. The Center for a Humane Economy, Animal Wellness Action, and The Cloud Foundation today announced their collaboration with TMR Rescue, Inc., a donkey rescue and sanctuary in Plantersville, Texas, to save 14 formerly wild burros, …
Kimbrook Arabians Earns Prize at EQUUS Film and Arts Fest
By Hope Ellis-Ashburn, November 27, 2021
Teacher, author, and content creator, Hope Ellis-Ashburn, has earned a runner-up literary award for her latest book, Kimbrook Arabians: How an Unlikely Midwestern Couple Influenced an Ancient Breed, in the Equine History category at the 2021 EQUUS Film and Arts Fest. Held virtually this year, the award was announced during the organization’s 9th annual event. …
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Jen Roytz to Step Back from RRP Leadership
By Kristen Bentley, November 27, 2021
After serving for four years as Retired Racehorse Project’s executive director and five years prior to that as a board member, Jen Roytz announced this week that she will be stepping down from her leadership role at the end of the year. Longtime staff member and current managing director, Kirsten Green, will serve as interim …
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Grooms Award Season Culminates in a Haygain Hay Steamer Giveaway and an Especially Appreciated and Thankful Groom, Emilio Garcia
By Kim Miller, November 27, 2021
After a super season of helping The Grooms Award, Ltd., spotlight the good work done daily by the hunter/jumper circuit’s hard-working grooms, Haygain ices the cake by announcing Emilio Garcia as the winner of an HG One High Temperature Hay Steamer. With the Thanksgiving holiday underway, it’s an appropriate time to express appreciation for all …