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by Duncan Peters, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVSMR, ISELP | Jan 4, 2023
An equine sports medicine specialist shares how footing can impact soundness and offers footing selection advice.
Read MoreHealth Care for Western Performance Horses
by Tracy Gantz | Sep 5, 2018
Knowing how to select the perfect mount, train and condition him properly, and manage his health so he’ll deliver his best in the show pen is how champion riders of reiners, cutters, and rodeo sports succeed.
Read MoreEmergency 911: Horse Show Edition
by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Aug 17, 2018
Critical conditions such as colic, injuries, and dehydration can strike when you’re at a competition with your horse. Here’s how to handle them.
Read MoreHead Tack Mechanics
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Dec 20, 2015
Bridles, reins, and martingales serve a variety of biomechanics functions. Here’s what you should know.
Read MoreAQHA Executive Committee Modifies Lip Chain Rule
by Edited Press Release | Dec 10, 2015
The committee approved the use of a lip cord in amateur and open halter classes for stallions aged 1 year and older.
Read MoreAQHA Announces Rule Changes
by Edited Press Release | Apr 29, 2015
The board approved stronger penalties for animal welfare rule violators, barred lip chain use in show horses, and more.
Read MoreAppeals Court Rules Against USDA on Soring Penalties
by Pat Raia | Feb 24, 2015
The court ruled that the USDA doesn’t have authority to require minimum penalties for Horse Protection Act violators.
Read MoreArabian Association Rescinds Horses’ Registrations
by Pat Raia | Jan 26, 2015
The registrations were revoked after it was determined the champion horses were not, in fact, half-Arabians.
Read MoreWestern Gunslinger Dies
by Diane E. Rice | Feb 18, 2014
The AQHA halter world champion and world champion sire died due to complications from an intestinal tumor.
Read MoreAVMA Members Advocate for Federal Legislation
by Edited Press Release | Feb 14, 2014
AVMA representatives gathered to educate the nation’s policymakers on some equine-specific legislation.
Read MoreParticipation Sought for Show Horse Welfare Survey
by Erica Larson | Feb 6, 2014
Researchers are seeking participation in a survey connected to their study of stock-type show horse welfare.
Read MoreThe Meds Maze
by Jennifer O. Bryant | Jan 13, 2014
Get helpful information for navigating the crowded field of performance-horse medications.
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