The horse slaughter argument has heated up in recent months since the 2012 appropriations bill was approved without a ban for horse meat inspections. But this isn't the first time the horse slaughter debate has been a hot topic....
From now through February 29, Thoroughbred owner and breeder Paul Saylor will match any gift, of any size, to the “Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Saylor Challenge”, up to $50,000.00 in total. The funds will be used specifically to support the...
Despite the low approval ratings for Congress, Americans are still interested in what Congress is doing. Why? Because what Congress does - or does not do - has an impact on the horse industry. This is...
In the early hours of the morning on Saturday, Jan. 21, Art and Betty Hahn’s life’s work was engulfed in flames. Around 1:40 a.m., a neighbor alerted the Hahns that the large stable at their Heritage Acres in Lafayette,...
There will surely be high expectations for the newest addition to Stonestreet Farm. The colt, born Sunday, Jan. 22, is the offspring of 2007 and 2008 Horse of the Year Curlin and 2009 Horse of the Year Rachel Alexandra.
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It seems like every stable in America has a resident Stormy, Charlie or Dusty. But which horse names are actually the most common?Although there’s no official records of horse names as there is with humans, SmartPak Equine has compiled...
HITS Ocala competitors settled in at Post Time Farm on Jan. 18 for two pre-weeks of showing, followed by seven weeks of rated hunter/jumper competition. Coupled with special events and awards, as well as serious prize money, HITS Ocala...
Thoroughbreds that have moved on from their racing careers can be found in the show ring, on the trail, gaming and even on the silver screen. A new segment in the upcoming season of Unbridled on HRTV, titled THORO’TALENT...
Steffen Peters was awarded his third USEF Equestrian of the Year title last weekend at the USEF Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio. Peters also earned the title in 2008 and 2009. Photo: Leslie PotterEquestrian of the Year
Is Steffen Peters the...
Equine rescue and retirement facilities are invited to apply for free vaccines through the Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign (UHVRC), a program sponsored by the American Association of Equine Practitioners and Merck Animal Health. The deadline for applications for...
