Tulsa, OK (October 5, 2010) – Two gorgeous American Miniature Horses rode away with a big prize at the 2010 American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) National Championship Show, thanks to a sponsorship from Farnam Horse Products. Farnam presented two “Best Groomed” awards at the show, an Open Adult Vetrolin® Grooming Award and a Youth Vetrolin® Grooming Award, with each winner taking home a year’s supply of Vetrolin® grooming products. Graham’s Magic Mystery, owned by Becky and Jim McKeith, won...

Photo by Shannon Brinkman for USEF. Athletes, volunteers and spectators decked out in Ariat’s performance footwear and apparel Union City, CA, October 1, 2010 - Ariat International, Inc., the leading manufacturer of performance equestrian footwear and apparel, is proud to outfit U.S. athletes, volunteers and spectators as the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games unfold. “We are thrilled to be a part of this event, and it is exciting to see everyone decked out in Ariat footwear and apparel –...

Ardmore, OK – United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) members were given special recognition at the Shetland Pony Congress Show, where they not only topped their divisions but were also awarded USEF Shetland Member High Point Awards by the United States Equestrian Federation. Lori Nelson, Assistant Executive Director of the USEF, presented the awards to the winners at the 2010 Shetland Pony Congress Show held this month in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The winners received special ribbons from the USEF...

FORT WORTH, Texas – The American Paint Horse Association (APHA) announced today it has launched a new website for the Association’s Regional Paint Horse Clubs. The purpose of this website is to supply information to APHA Regional Clubs and Association leaders with a variety of useful information and resources. The Regional Club website can be found at https://clubs.apha.com or by clicking the link from the main apha.com website. With a full array of information and services, this website is a...

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute (Dr. Jennifer Feiner VMD of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute evaluating and treating an equine) Lexington, KY - August 12, 2010 - As the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ approach, preparation has begun for the arrival of the equine athletes at the Kentucky Horse Park. All elements are being carefully examined, from travel, to the quarantine facility to the well-being of equine athletes. Dr. Jennifer Feiner VMD, of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, will...

2009 NAJYRC Reining Individual Gold Medalist Darcy Wilson aboard Miss Cielo Chex (Waltenberry ) Lexington, KY With great success and continued growth in the program over the last two years SmartPak™ will once again be the title sponsor of the FEI North American Young Rider Reining Championship at the Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North. SmartPak has been an outstanding supporter of equestrian sport at many levels and also serves as the “Official...

Photo Courtesy Garden State Horse Show (Jack Benson's Memory will be honored during the $50,000 Grand Prix at the Garden State Horse Show.) Now in its 59th year, Garden State Horse Show (GSHS) constantly strives to add special classes and incentives for its loyal exhibitors. This year, the show, which runs May 5-9 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ, has been selected to host one of the new Devoucoux 3’3” Hunter Derbies. Debuted at HITS Saugerties last spring, the class received...

Imagine yourself in a crowd of thousands experiencing a landmark event as it makes its debut outside of Europe. That is what will happen when six lucky people win a grand prize package trip for two to watch their favorite U.S. Team compete this September in Lexington, KY. There, 600 riders and 700 horses from more than 60 countries will converge at a single venue to compete in eight disciplines. Each of the six grand prize packages includes round-trip coach fare for two people, hotel...

Holly Hudspeth is no stranger to the Kentucky Horse Park or the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event. However, more than one person might be questioning who Mrs. Hudspeth was, as this is a relatively new surname to eventing. Many spectators this weekend know this tall blonde as Holly Hepp. Holly completed the 4* in 2002, 2003 and 2004 with Lester Piggot and did double duty in 04 completing with Damian as well. Also on her resume is representing the US at the 2003 Pan American Games with Lester Piggot....

Last Spring Bob Bell, President of Classic Company, debuted the first Boutique Horse Show at the historical Harmon Field in Tryon, NC, to rave reviews and numerous requests to repeat the event. He’s happily obliging on May 28-30. Bell created a new “definition” for this event that has not only become catchy among exhibitors, but with local residents as well. Boutique (boo teek) Horse Show -noun- A horse show that is fashionable and unique. Always held at wonderful venues with excellent...