Keeneland and Kentucky Downs Team to Offer Lucrative Racing Opportunities to Horses Sold at the September Sale
By Amy Owens, September 10, 2021
Horses offered at auction during the upcoming Keeneland September Yearling Sale will be eligible to run in a pair of $250,000 allowance races at the 2022 FanDuel Meet at Kentucky Downs. Keeneland and Kentucky Downs today announced an arrangement where Kentucky Downs will stage one $250,000 allowance race for 2-year-old fillies and one for 2-year-old …
Thoroughbred Charities of America Returns as Title Sponsor of the Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium
By Kristen Bentley, September 9, 2021
Fulfilling its commitment to improving the lives and welfare of Thoroughbred racehorses both on and off the track, Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) has returned as the title sponsor of the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium. The 2021 edition of the RRP’s banner event is being called the “Mega-Makeover” and will welcome …
Premier Equestrian Launches Arion™ Smart Arena™, the World’s First Arena System That Saves Up to 75% More Water Than Traditional Systems
By Heidi Zorn, September 9, 2021
Premier Equestrian, Inc., is excited to announce the launch of Arion™ Smart Arena™, the world’s first arena system of its kind. The Arion Smart Arena utilizes smart technology to effectively save up to 75% water usage compared to overhead watering systems. The Arion Smart Arena automatically maintains the desired hydration in your footing layer for …
Shop Corro for the Compton Cowboys
By Riesa Lakin, September 9, 2021
Over $3,500 in Much Needed Supplies Donated to Date A new partnership between Corro (corroshop.com), NoelleFloyd.com, and The Compton Cowboys allows horse lovers to support the Cowboys and their vision from anywhere in the world. The Compton Cowboys are known for a mission to support inner-city youth and their community through horseback riding and combat …
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AHC Membership Drive Winner Announced
By Julie Broadway, September 9, 2021
In conjunction with the American Horse Council’s (AHC) Annual Membership Drive held in August 2021, AHC is delighted to congratulate Healing Arenas Inc. of Escalon, CA, the winner of a John Deere S240 Lawn Mower, valued at $2,600.00, provided by AHC partner Equine Discounts! The announcement was made by AHC President Julie Broadway who stated …
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Renowned Veterinarian and Researcher Dr. Hilary Clayton Has High Praise for The Forager Slow Feeder by Haygain
By Kim Miller, September 8, 2021
Dr. Hilary Clayton is a veterinarian, researcher, horse owner and dressage rider. The academic titles following her name — BVMS, PhD, Dipl. ACVSMR and FRCVS — represent a lifetime spent studying and forming actionable revelations on equine movement as it applies to sport horse welfare, conditioning and performance. She walks her talk: Dr. Clayton and …
ATTENTION MEDIA: Keeneland Launches PhotoShelter to Provide Digital Assets for Editorial Use
By Amy Owens, September 8, 2021
Beginning with the 2021 September Yearling Sale, Keeneland will offer photos and video for editorial use and archive press releases and other press materials via the PhotoShelter digital asset management system. The PhotoShelter system replaces the Keeneland FTP site. September Sale images The September Sale will cover 11 sessions from Sept. 13-24. The following images …
Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Launches First Annual “Race To Give” Campaign September 8th to Support Thoroughbred Aftercare
By Lindsay O'Hara, September 8, 2021
Partners with Thoroughbred Charities of America and other prominent Thoroughbred industry organizations to raise funds, increase awareness and showcase the people who support and work in aftercare Today, Hagyard Equine Medical Institute and Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) enthusiastically announced the launch of the “Race to Give,” an online giving and awareness program to support …
Annual UK Equine Career and Opportunity Fair to Showcase Industry Professions for Current and Future College Students
By Holly Wiemers, September 8, 2021
University of Kentucky Ag Equine Programs will host a Career and Opportunity Fair at 5 p.m. EDT Sept. 29 in the UK Student Center Ballrooms. The annual event is free and open to all current and future college students who are interested in learning more about the myriad of professional opportunities that exist in the equine industry, an …
Barnes, Cooper and Sherwood Drop New Roping.com Video Series for Fall 2021
By Chelsea Shaffer, September 8, 2021
Jake Barnes, Clay O’Brien Cooper and Matt Sherwood built new video series to prepare ropers for Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale and beyond. Long-time Roping,com coaches and World Champions Jake Barnes, Clay O’Brien Cooper and Matt Sherwood will release dozens of new videos this fall focusing on fine-tuning ropers for competition at the …
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Colorado Riders: Register to Ride with Julie Goodnight at Arapahoe Park Racetrack
By Julie Goodnight, September 7, 2021
Horsemanship Clinic Benefits Colorado Horse Council’s Annual Heritage Ride Julie Goodnight is excited to join the Colorado Horse Council’s Annual Heritage Ride, offering a 2-hour horsemanship clinic at Arapahoe Park Racetrack on September 11, 2021. Riders and spectators can register at EquineCityHall.org by September 8, 2021. Six lucky riders will pay an extra $100 fee to …
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Veterinary CE Event Aims to Bring Cutting Edge Diagnostic Information to Support Laminitic, Obese and Senior Horses to Help an Ever-Growing Population of Horses Aged 20+ Years
By Sara Lehman, September 7, 2021
Amy Polkes, DVM, DACVIM will present the latest information on diagnostic and wellness testing recommendations for laminitic, obese and senior horses, along with information on how to talk to owners about the changing medical needs of these special cases. Nettie Liburt, PhD, PAS and Pat Harris, MA, PhD, VetMB, DipECVCN, MRCVS & RCVS are also …
Lenas Wright On Crosses NRCHA Million-Dollar Mark
By Anna Morrison, September 7, 2021
The latest stallion to enter the elite ranks of National Reined Cow Horse Association million-dollar sires is Lenas Wright On, a 1991 stallion by Smart Little Lena and out of Slide Me Again (by Isle Breeze). As of August 31, the stallion’s offspring have earned $1,004,150.40 in reined cow horse earnings. Purchased in 2006 by …
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Statement on Convicted Horse Abuser Jackie McConnell Returning to Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration
By Marty Irby, September 7, 2021
Following a report by BillyGoBoy.com, that convicted Tennessee Walking Horse abuser Jackie McConnell attended the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration on Friday night, Animal Wellness Action (AWA) executive director Marty Irby released the following statement: “Allowing Jackie McConnell to return to the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration is a disgrace that has given both the Celebration and Governor …
Gina McKnight’s Riding & Writing Blog Features an Interview Celia Bunge. Miami International Riding Club
By Gina McKnight, September 4, 2021
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. Miami International Riding Club: An Interview with Celia Bunge – At the tip of Florida is a beautiful place to learn about horses. …