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Prize List Now Available Online as Alltech National Horse Show Debuts New Website

by Phelps Media Group, Inc. International | 7/25/2011 12:37:00 PM

Lexington, KY - The Alltech National Horse Show, 128th edition, announced today that the show's official new website is up and running at: https://www.nhs2011.org . The site will be a one-stop source for all of the news and vital up-to-date information relating to this year's exciting debut in Lexington, KY. The Alltech National Horse Show will be held from November 2 - 6, 2011, at the beautiful, new Alltech Indoor Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. The prize list for this...

Certified Jumper Schooling Supervisor Seminar Cancelled

by USEF Education Department | 7/23/2011 9:51:24 AM

Lexington, KY - Because of a conflict in scheduling and lack of registration, the Certified Jumper Schooling Supervisor seminar schedule at the Reno “Super Clinic” has been cancelled. The remainder of the schedule for the week is unchanged with the Jumper Judges’ Clinic on Monday, September 5; Hunter/Hunter Seat Equitation Judges’ Clinic on Monday September 5 and Tuesday September 6; Hunter Breeding Judges’ Clinic on Wednesday September 7; Jumper Course Design on...

Sallee Horse Vans Becomes USEF's First Official Horse Transportation Provider

by USEF Communications Department | 6/22/2011 10:32:54 AM

Photo courtesy of Sallee Horse Vans. Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) welcomes Sallee Horse Vans as USEF's first Official Horse Transportation provider, as well as a Gold Sponsor of the 2011 Adequan FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) and a presenting sponsor of the 2011 USEF Hunter Pony Championships. "Sallee Horse Van's commitment to the USEF's programs is exceptional and we are excited about...

American Saddlebred Registry Announces Details of Sport Horse Incentive Program

by ASHA news | 6/17/2011 5:34:00 PM

Lexington, KY - The American Saddlebred Registry (ASR) is proud to announce the details of the new Sport Horse Incentive Program . As part of this program, which is designed to identify and reward owners of registered Saddlebreds and Half-Saddlebreds competing in the Sport Horse Disciplines, horses registered with the ASR or Half Saddlebred Registry of America competing in disciplines including dressage, driving, endurance/trail, eventing, show jumping/hunters and reining are eligible for...

Commissioner Farmer Encourages Owners to Vaccinate Horses for West Nile Virus

by Kentucky Department of Agriculture | 5/17/2011 8:50:23 AM

Frankfort, KY — A large mosquito infestation is expected in Kentucky this year after a rainy spring. Mosquitoes can carry West Nile Virus, and Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer encourages horse owners to talk to their veterinarians about vaccinating their horses for the virus. “Since 2003, no horses known to have been properly vaccinated have gotten West Nile in Kentucky,” Commissioner Farmer said. “Kentucky had 513 equine cases of West Nile in 2002, the first full...

Application of Intent Deadlines for the 2011 Pan American Games Selection Trials/USEF National Intermediaire I Dressage Championships

by USEF Communications | 5/6/2011 10:53:47 AM

Lexington, KY - Dressage riders who want to compete in the 2011 Pan American Games Selection Trials/USEF National Intermediaire I Dressage Championships must submit an Application of Intent and all required attachments to the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) on or before May 13, 2011, along with an application fee of $50 per horse. Applications received on or before June 1, 2011, must be accompanied by an application fee of $300 per horse. No applications will be accepted after June...

Expert Training for Reiners of All Ages in Tennessee

by Christa Morris/NRHA | 5/4/2011 10:34:58 AM

Oklahoma City, OK – New Market, TN, will be the next host for the 2011 NRHA Regional Clinic Series. Mike Flarida, Charlie Hutton, Matt Flarida and Charlie Wills will be sharing their tips and techniques at the Ricer Glen Equestrian Center on May 28-29. This clinic is an amazing opportunity for reiners of all ages and experience levels to ride with top NRHA Professionals and take part in the first Regional Clinic Show hosted by the Tennessee Reining Horse Association. Mike Flarida from...

AAEP Good Works Campaign Applauds Veterinarians for Volunteer Service

by Sally J. Baker, APR | 4/30/2011 2:57:55 PM

Lexington, KY - The American Association of Equine Practitioners is celebrating the “good work” of veterinarians who are devoting time and expertise beyond the scope of their everyday practice to help horses and the equine community. Throughout 2011, the AAEP’s Good Works Campaign will spotlight AAEP-member practitioners whose volunteer efforts are improving the health and welfare of horses. According to a 2009 AAEP Equine Welfare survey, 71 percent of members had reported...

Competitor Briefing and Horse Inspection Times Changed at Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Presented by Bridgestone

by Classic Communications | 4/26/2011 8:19:15 PM

Lexington, KY - Officials of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Presented by Bridgestone have announced a change in times for Wednesday’s Competitor Briefing and Horse Inspection. Because of a forecast of possible inclement weather on Wednesday afternoon, the Horse Inspection is now scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday with the Competitor Briefing at 1:00 p.m. The locations remain the same. “While the forecast is for beautiful weather here for Thursday through Sunday, they are...

Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone to Honor Military Personnel with Military Appreciation Day on Friday, April 29

by Classic Communications | 4/24/2011 11:49:34 AM

Lexington, KY — The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone is proud to honor America's military heroes with free admission on "Military Appreciation Day" on Friday, April 29, 2011. All current and former military personnel, in uniform or showing a military ID, and their families, will be given free admission to the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event on Friday, April 29. There will be an announcement recognizing the military personnel in attendance and their contributions...