Kill Pen Rescue Horse Is A World Champion
When paint horse breeder, Justine Fitzhenry spotted a sorrel paint mare at a kill pen she knew that the horse had a story. She rescued the mare and then used Facebook to find out if anyone knew who she was.…
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Dance Part At The Youth World Show
When it was taking a while to announce the results of a World Show class, these exhibitors decided to start a dance party. Watch how the horses react! I love how the horses were perfectly relaxed and calm with all…
Invited Back Euthanized Due To Complications From EPM
Every once in awhile there comes a stallion that does not have a winning list a mile long, but his pedigree and talent make a huge impact on the breeding industry, Invited Black was just that. Unfortunately, his impact was…
Judges Reward Forward Motion In Western Pleasure
At a horse show this past weekend, an exhibitor decided to ride her horse more forward in the pleasure class and the judges rewarded her for it! Brooke Dixon wrote on Facebook, “Decided to show my Ava girl more forward…
Ranch Pleasure Showcases Diversity – It’s About How Broke They Are
World champion halter trainer Jerm Christensen of West Point, Utah, knows his way around the end of a lead shank, primping and presenting his Paint Horses to bring out their best qualities in the arena. But he’s no one-trick pony.…
After Losing Her Leg She Continued Showing Horses – Then She Won Multiple WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Abbey Turner of Travelers Rest, SC has always had a passion for showing horses. She started her riding career at the age of 12 riding hunters and competing in the Medal and Maclay junior divisions. Her passion changed to showing…
Ranch Rail Pleasure Is A Crowd Favorite – Every Association Needs To Add This Class!
Here are some horses that look like a real pleasure to ride! They are forward, balanced and beautiful. The class was a crowd favorite at the World Championship Appaloosa Show. Here’s another video of the horses trotting. [poll id=”39″] Would…
Paint Horse Or Pinto – What’s The Difference?
There is so much confusion regarding Paint and Pinto horses, we thought we’d clear some of it up with this fun video. Both breeds are absolutely beautiful, but they are not necessarily the same. Paint Horses must have specific breeding…
The Modern Western Pleasure Horse – Stop Complaining And Start Riding!
Western Pleasure is a discipline that is definitely under a microscope. People have called the discipline, the horses and the riders some atrocious things. The big complaints are that the horses are too slow, their heads are too low, and…
Amazing Mares That Prove MARE POWER Is The BEST Power!
I am a proud owner and LOVER of mares. All of my friends are strictly gelding people, but mares have my heart. Yes I know mares do go into heat and some of them can get a little cranky, but…
Ranch Riding – What The Judges Are Looking For
Ranch Riding has taken the show world by storm! With large classes at local shows and world shows, this is a class that’s only getting bigger and better! Ranch Riding showcases true horsemanship and it’s easy to see why the…
A Judges Perspective On Showmanship
In a class like showmanhip, the tiniest most minute details can make a world of difference. AQHA Judge and Professional Horsewoman Robbin Jung took the time to break down the winning pattern from the 2016 Adequan AQHA Select World Championship Show.…
Horse Trailer Fire At Pinto World Show
The Laughhunn family was showing their horses at the Pinto World Championships when their living quarters trailer caught fire. They lost many personal belongings including their show clothes, but thankfully there were no injuries to them or their horses. One…
Here’s To The Girls Who Were Raised In A Horse Barn
Here’s to all the girls who were raised in a barn. The girls who learned the beauty of a sunrise because they had to get up early to feed the horses. The girls who understand the calm serenity of the…
Dear APHA Exhibitors – It’s Time To Stop Complaining And Start Problem Solving!
I’ve shown and been a member of the APHA (American Paint Horse Association) since I was just three years old. I’ve been a very accomplished exhibitor, but I don’t let it go to my head! I’ve always been taught to…