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Western States Horse Expo: Appreciating the Past, Moving into the Future
The Western States Horse Expo is “movin’ on up!”
The Real Legacy
Sherry Cervi is on the Mount Rushmore of Barrel Racers. She has won four World Championships on three different horses.
Equus Masters: It’s About The Horse, Not The Hat
The 21stWestern States Horse Expo, Thursday–Sunday, May 9-12 at Murieta Equestrian Center in Rancho Murieta, California, is proud to present an event that honors the horse, not just the trainer.
Cactus Reining Classic Pre-Entry Deadline Wednesday
The PRE-ENTRY DEADLINE is Wednesday, February 20, 2019 - www.cactusreiningclassic.com
News from the National Reined Cow Horse Association
National Reined Cow Horse Association Celebration of Champions is well underway, kicked off by the Tres Osos Cow Horse Derby.
NRCHA World Championship Classes Get Underway
A busy day of reined cow horse action ensued on Tuesday, February 19 at the Celebration of Champions in Fort Worth, Texas.
Accepting Entries for February Internet Auction
“We are accepting entries now for the February Internet Auction.
Budding Riders Earn Big Accomplishments
Victoria (Tori) and Annabelle (Belle) Hulbert of Sterling, CO, may show in the AQHA Small Fry division but that doesn’t mean they aren’t driven to do big things in the horse show arena.
Updated Event Schedule At South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa
Check out the Updated Event Schedule At South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa
Bidding Closes Soon • ELITE HALTER STALLION Service Auction
“Bidding is open now in the Internet Stallion Service Auction for the BEST IN THE WEST HALTER FUTURITY,
PCCHA Stallion Service Auction Ends on February 1st, 2019
We currently have 62 of some of the best stallions in the cutting and reined cow industry in our auction and more may be joining!
You're Invited to Attend The American Rodeo
Lives will be changed and champions will be crowned at RFD-TV’sThe American Rodeo asthe eventreturns to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on March 2-3, 2019.
3 Stallion Service Auctions in January • Bidding is Open
“Mare Owners Can Buy Breeding to 370 Stallions before the end of January. BIDDING WILL CLOSE on 3 Stallion Service Auctions between January 23rdand the 31st,”
Mason Lowe, Professional Bull Rider, Dies After Suffering Injuries At National Western Stock Show Event
“He was a cowboy’s cowboy. He could rope, ride and cover any bull,” friend Austin Shirley said.
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Budding Riders earn Big Accomplishments
Victoria (Tori) and Annabelle (Belle) Hulbert of Sterling, CO, may show in the AQHA Small Fry division but that doesn’t mean they aren’t driven to do big things in the horse show arena.
Short-Hair Secrets for Horse Showing in Winter
Tips for keeping your horse slick and sleek all winter. For most people, long-haired horses aren’t such a bad idea.
Sweet Win For Smart Sugar Kitty
Smart Sugar Kitty, shown by Wes Ashlock for Buck Creek Quarter Horses, scored 221.5 points late in the second set of the 25-horse Abilene Spectacular Futurity Open Finals to claim the $17,000 championship.
Horses Can Read Human Emotions, Research Shows
For the first time horses have been shown to be able to distinguish between angry and happy human facial expressions.
Colic in Horses
Although horses have historically been known as working livestock, today they are often referred to as companion animals.
Cira Baeck Joins NRHA’s Million Dollar Rider List
The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) welcomes NRHA Professional Cira Baeck as the second female, and first European female, to join the list of Million Dollar Riders.
Bama Jelly and Shepard Roll in Augusta Futurity
It was a Shepard trifecta on Saturday, when Austin Shepard secured a record fifth Augusta title with his 225-point win on Bama Jelly by Bama Cat, in the Augusta Futurity.
2018 NRHA Professionals of the Year Named
Each year, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) affiliates are invited to nominate their favorite NRHA Professionals for top.
3 Ways You're Sabotaging the Sale of Your Home
So you've finally decided to put your home on the market.
Trail Class: Working the Rope Gate
Learn some horse-showing hints to “keep the cows in” during your next trail course.
Horse Breeding: The Roan Quarter Horse Color
Flashy and popular, roans come in every shade from red to black to yellow.
Should You Buy a House With Roof Damage? The Surprising Benefits—and Challenges
For most home shoppers, any mention of roof damage is enough to send them sprinting in the opposite direction.
Newest Nrcha Million Dollar Sires
Two top-notch stallions join the National Reined Cow Horse Association Million Dollar Sire league: Metallic Cat and Smooth As A Cat.
Linda Patron: Enjoying the Ride Every Step of the Way
Linda Patron of Lodi, CA, bought her first horse with hard-earned money that she saved as a young girl.