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NRHA Futurity Sales Hit Record Highs

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) announces another record breaking year at the 2006 NRHA Futurity Prospect Sale held during the NRHA Futurity at the Oklahoma State Fair Park. The top-selling futurity prospect went for $195,000.00. It’s

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TAMU to Offer Mare and Foal Management Program

A day-long mare and foal management program with Texas A&M experts for $30 is a bargain, said a Henderson County horse manager.

“(Fees for) very similar programs are often $150 to $200,” said Paula Swope, member of the Henderson County

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America’s Horse Championships on NBC Sunday

American Quarter Horses take center stage for the America’s Horse Championships presented by Ford Trucks this Sunday, January 7, on NBC Sports Television at 1:30 p.m. Eastern/10:30 a.m. Pacific. The one-hour special is based on a portion of the

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Horses, Donkey Removed from N.C. Farm

Harnett County, N.C., animal control officers have taken several horses, goats and a donkey away from a man accused of neglecting the animals to the brink of starvation.

When officers first arrived at the home, some of the six horses had

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CHRB Committee to Tackle Medication Regulations

Guidelines that would fundamentally change some aspects of penalties for violations of the California Horse Racing Board?s (CHRB) medication rules–including stricter sanctions for some violations, extending accountability to horse owners,

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Jane Savoie Seminar To Benefit The Equine Fund

The Equine Fund is hosting Jane Savoie–rider, teacher, author, and coach–at a full day seminar on Sunday, April 29, 2007, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. (indoors) at Denbesten Ranch in Valatie, N.Y. The ranch is about a half-hour East of Albany,

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Reproduction: An Emerging Focus at North Carolina State

Many of the United States’ leading equine reproduction research institutions, such as Colorado State University, the University of Idaho, Utah State University, and Texas A&M University, are located in the western half of the country. But

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Horse Slaughter Bill Introduced in Kentucky

Although there are no horse slaughter plants in Kentucky, a largely symbolic bill has been introduced by Sen. Tom Buford to outlaw the practice in the state.


“It seemed contrary to be advocating what a great state we are for horses, but

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No More Night Riding in Saint Martin Parish, La.

Anyone caught riding a horse at night on a public road in St. Martin Parish, La., will have to pay a $250 fine.

That’s the minimum penalty under an ordinance passed Tuesday by the Parish Council. The maximum is a $500 fine and 30 days in

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Wellington Sport Horse Auction Delayed

The date of the Intercontinental Sport Horse Auction hosted by Nona Garson and The Ridge Farm in Wellington, Fla., has been rescheduled for February 23, 2007, in light of the equine herpesvirus (EHV) outbreak in the area.


The schedule

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Larger Than Life: The Budweiser Clydesdales

Icon? Sentiment? A wish for simpler times? Harnessing of strength and power? What is it that makes the Budweiser Clydesdales so popular among people the world over? Even people who have never touched a horse exclaim in awe when they first see one o

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2006: A Year in Equine Health News

As 2006 rides into the sunset, the staff of The Horse takes a look back at the biggest and most beloved stories of the year.

These are the most newsworthy events and advances in equine health care featured in the magazine in 2006:

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Hall of Fame Trainer Bud Delp Dies

(From Maryland Jockey Club)
Hall of Fame trainer Grover G. “Bud” Delp, conditioner of the three-time champion Spectacular Bid, died Friday night at his Ellicott City home due to cancer. He was 74.

There will be no memorial

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2007 Equine Event Calendar Available Now

Farnam is now offering a 2007 Equine Event Calendar, preprinted with holidays and national equine events, including location and Web site address. It is the perfect size to take with you while pursuing your busy schedule. Plus, a window inside

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