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Equestrian Sport

FEI appoints new director of dressage
Norwegian judge Trond Asmyr, 54, has been appointed director of dressage at the International Equestrian Federation. From Horse and Hound. Read more >>

Top Horses and Riders Compete in Syracuse
It’s the Ride and Slide Horse Show to qualify for World Equestrian Games- Proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of CNY. From CNY Link. Read more >>

In Other News

Burt Reynolds to receive Equine Advocates award
Actor Burt Reynolds will be in town Aug. 6 to receive the 2009 Safe Home Equine Protection Award. From The Saratogian. Read more >>

ASHA Youth Planning Committee now accepting applications
The ASHA Youth Committee is recruiting Junior ASHA Members to be on the Youth Planning Committee. We are looking for motivated, creative, positive Youth Saddlebred enthusiasts willing to serve on the committee. From ASHA. Read more >>

Pack of dogs attacks horse in Boulder County
A pack of dogs attacked a 32-year-old horse in Boulder County on Sunday morning, leaving the horse in stable condition with injuries to her head, throat and body, according to the sheriff’s office. From Colorado Daily. Read more >>

Horse Racing: Legendary trainer O’Brien dies aged 92
Vincent O’Brien, widely regarded as the greatest racehorse trainer of all time, died aged 92 on Monday. From ChannelNewsAsia. Read more >>

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