Monthly Archives: February 2016
Use of the Rein Aids
Use of the Rein Aids
By Charles Wilhelm
I am often asked if it is correct to ride with a loose rein or if contact should...
Federal Stop Sale Issued for “Guardian” Pesticide
Federal Stop Sale Issued for “Guardian” Pesticide
Product removed from CDA’s list of pesticides that can be legally used on marijuana
BROOMFIELD, Colo. –On February 16,...
Tauber Elected to AHC Board
Tauber Elected to AHC Board
(Washington, DC)- Chrystine Tauber, of Wellington, Florida, has been elected to the American Horse Council’s Board of Trustees. Ms. Tauber...
Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame seeks nominations
Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame seeks nominations for Class of 2016
Big Timber - The Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Center (MCHF...
Walking Horse Owners’ Association Supports AHC Welfare Code
Walking Horse Owners’ Association Supports AHC Welfare Code
(Washington, DC)- The Walking Horse Owners’ Association is the latest organization to endorse the American Horse Council’s...
UMC Western Equestrian Earns Reserve Regional Team Championship
UMC Western Equestrian Earns Reserve Regional Team Championship; Guimont Advances to IHSA Semi-Finals
CROOKSTON, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Crookston western equestrian team finished...
USPC Celebrates Anniversaries
Milestone Club Anniversaries Honored at USPC Annual Meeting & Equine Symposium
February 22nd, 2016 (Lexington, KY) – Every year at USPC’s Annual Meeting, clubs are...
What is “Vegetable” oil?
What is “Vegetable” oil?
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
The ingredient list is your most important source of information when evaluating a feed or supplement...
Agriculture Secretary Announces $3 Million for a New Program to Improve Pollinator Health
Agriculture Secretary Announces $3 Million for a New Program to Improve Pollinator Health
ST PAUL, MINN, Feb. 25, 2014 — USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service...
Cold Fun at Sleigh & Cutter Fest
The Barn at Dunvilla hosted the 2nd Annual Sleigh and Cutter Festival from 9-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13 The event was sponsored by the...
Added Fat Improves Behavior
Added Fat Improves Behavior
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Added Fat Improves Behavior
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
Diet affects behavior. This makes sense. A well-fed horse is...
Love the Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
Love the Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
By Bonnie Brost, licensed and registered dietitian at Essentia Health in Duluth.
February brings out hearts, love and...
Chest Discomfort, Feeling Extra Tired? When to Get Help
Chest Discomfort, Feeling Extra Tired? When to Get Help
(StatePoint) Are you experiencing heart palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue and discomfort around your heart? You...
Beezie Madden Breezes to Victory
Beezie Madden Breezes to Victory with Coach at CP Wellington Masters, Presented by Sovaro
Wellington, FL - Feb. 6, 2016 - Beezie Madden is bringing a...
From Rescue Horse to USEF Horse of the Year: Chester Weber’s Beloved Jamaica...
From Rescue Horse to USEF Horse of the Year: Chester Weber’s Beloved Jamaica Turns 25
Ocala, FL (February 5, 2016)— He was the international rags...
Todd Minikus Dominates Again Winning the $130,00 Adequan Grand Prix CSI3* at the Winter...
Todd Minikus Dominates Again Winning the $130,00 Adequan Grand Prix CSI3* at the Winter Equestrian Festival
Wellington, Florida (February, 2016) – Todd Minikus is serious...
Four-in-hand drivers all ready for action at FEI World Cup™ Driving Final in Bordeaux
Four-in-hand drivers all ready for action at FEI World Cup™ Driving Final in Bordeaux
Feb 3, 2016
By Cindy Timmer
On 6th and 7th February, the renowned...
American Horse Council Announces Hickey Retirement, Formation of Search Committee to Select Successor
American Horse Council Announces Hickey Retirement,
Formation of Search Committee to Select Successor
(Washington, DC) - The American Horse Council (AHC) Board of Trustees announced today...
Obese horses lose weight on free-choice hay
Obese horses lose weight on free-choice hay
Research Reflection by Dr. Juliet M. Getty
Researchers from the University of Melbourne, Australia, and the WALTHAM Centre for...
Minnesota Pinto celebrates Golden Anniversary!
Cheers to 50 Year!! MINNESOTA Pinto is celebrating its GOLDEN Anniversary and has made great plans for all sorts of events in 2016. We...
Todd Minikus Sprints to the Win in the $86,000 Marshall and Sterling CSI 2*...
Vita Flex Victory Team Rider Todd Minikus Sprints to the Win in the $86,000 Marshall and Sterling CSI 2* Grand Prix
Wellington, Florida (January 27,...