The APHA Platinum Non-Pro Weanling Breeders’ Trust classes brought big excitement and even bigger prizes to the Watt Arena September 21. Five classes paid $118,690 to eligible foals led by non-pro exhibitors. Reformatted in 2016, the Platinum Breeders’ Trust program saw 150 percent growth in entry payments for 2018 from 2017. “You can’t help but […]
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In its second year of being held in September, the 2018 APHA World Show is in full swing. The show is giving away over $800,000 in cash and prizes with several specialty classes added to award even more exhibitors in additional classes. To keep everyone apprised of the shows happenings, both in and out of […]
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There is a simple reason that Harris Leather and Silverworks is celebrating their 50th Anniversary this year — they take care of their customers with quality craftsmanship. With their attention to detail and a warm smile for everyone, it is not surprising that they are considered one of the very best in our industry. “We […]
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Over N Over might just be 2 years old, but the 2016 sorrel overo gelding owned and shown by Morgan Ilic of Gainesville, Texas, looked like a show pen veteran in the 2018 Breeders’ Trust 2-Year-Old Hunter Under Saddle Stakes. Morgan and “Donald” laid claim to the winner’s share of both the Open and Limited […]
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When you first think of your horse trainer, often, the hard things they make you do, like posting without stirrups and running with cups of water to get a smoother trot in showmanship, are some of the first memories that come to mind. However, not all memories of horse trainers revolve around the blood, sweat, […]
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The Yearling Longe Line class has gained popularity across associations over the years as it allows owners to market their yearling performance prospects avidly in the show pen. All major associations and futurities offer two separate longe line classes, one for the hunter and one for western prospects, except for the American Paint Horse Association […]
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Each year, the best of the best in the Paint industry make the trek to Fort Worth, Texas, to compete for championship titles, bragging rights and more than $800,000 in prizes. The show runs from September 17th through the 30th. A slew of new ranch horse classes are now on the books at the Will […]
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We have all had one of those ‘woulda, coulda, shoulda’ thoughts from time-to-time. Whether it is regretting to take more beneficial college classes, saving for retirement or not stopping to smell the roses when you were a young trainer – they say hindsight is 20/20. No matter where we are on our life’s journey, we […]
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It seems like every day, showing horses gets harder and harder. Horses are getting nicer and everyone out there is a good rider. We are all consistently looking for ways to get better and perfect the fine points of our performances. It seems there is no better way to take your game to the next […]
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With these English attire tips, you’ll be dressed for horse-showing success the next time you show English classes. English apparel is not as flashy as the rhinestones and sequins you might see in western pleasure or showmanship classes. The look is elegant and refined, but it doesn’t have to be boring. AQHA rules leave quite […]
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