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2009 HITS Desert Circuit VI
*Update – 2009 DC VI Results What HITS Thermal Desert Circuit VI The fifth installment of the Thermal DC, a series of shows which span Jan through March every year. The shows are held at one of the most highly acclaimed hunter/jumper facilities in the US with 230 acre grounds and 14 competition rings. Shopping […]
Horse Basics
Horse Leg and Foot Equipment
There are a wide variety of boots and wraps for horse legs. Here is a quick glossary of terminology (with pictures) to help eliminate any confusion when it comes to horse leg and foot equipment. Boots These days many boots and wraps are similar enough to be interchangeable to some degree. However there are some […]
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2009 Arizona Desert Finals
*Update – 2009 Desert Final Results What Arizona Desert Finals The conclusion of a 6 week hunter/jumper circuit held every year in Arizona. Show facilities feature 5 showing rings and schooling rings for hunter, jumper and equitation classes. These classes range from Grand Prix to show jumping for novice and experienced riders. Spectator seating is […]
Horse Jobs
Horse Jobs – Handler
The handler is responsible for the control and grooming of a horse in their charge. Depending on the size of the establishment, duties of a groom and handlers can overlap to a large degree. Heavy Hands-On Handlers are expected to be the authority on their horse charges and probably spend the most time with each […]
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2009 HITS Desert Thermal Circuit – V
*Update – 2009 DC V Results What HITS Thermal Desert Circuit V Chapter number five of the Thermal Desert Circuit series that runs from Jan through March of every year. The events are held at one of the largest hunter/jumper competition venues in the US, their grounds cover 230 acres and provide 14 competition rings […]
Videos with Horses
The Thrill of Cutting – History of Cutting Horses
If you aren’t familiar with cutting as a sport, this cutting horse video is a great introduction. A quick overview of the history of the sport and some footage of cutting horses in action. Click through to view video.
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2009 Flanders Horse Expo
What Flanders Horse Expo A combination of commercial stands, demonstrations, seminars and equine product introductions. Admission Visitor Fee – 11 Euros Children 6-12 – 9 Euros 3 Day Pass – 20 Euros
Horseplay
7 Breathtaking Zebra Images
Image from Macarena C. Zebras are a wild striped cousin to the horse. Their name comes from the Portuguese word zevra which translates to wild ass. Global Stripes Like horses, zebras can thrive in many habitats and are found in the plains, forests, mountains and on the coast. Their biggest predator is man, who hunts […]
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2009 Palm Beach Dressage Derby
*Update – 2009 Palm Beach Derby Results What Palm Beach Dressage Derby The most prestigious international dressage competition in the country and is recognized worldwide. The results qualify the riders in a variety of championships and this is a qualifying competition for potential members of of the US Equestrian Team for the 2009 World Cup […]
Equine Products
Book Alert – Mustang
The history of America wouldn’t have happened if it weren’t for the horses that got us here. Mustang: The Saga of the Wild Horse in the American West Mustang is written by Deanne Stillman who gives a detailed story about wild horses on the North American continent, from prehistory to present day. Chapters Include Horses […]
Horse Culture
Horse Pictures From Colombia
Used as pack animals and transport by enough of the population, horses are an important part of life in Colombia. The Paso Fino horses history is rich in this country and their version of the breed is built larger and more powerful for rapid, high stepping movement.
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2009 Pennsylvania Horse World Expo
What 7th Annual Pennsylvania Horse World Expo Featuring Top equestrian clinicians & performers Hundreds of vendors & animals Seminars, shopping & entertainment Mounted demonstrations Stallion Avenue Parade of Breeds World class shopping Theatre Equus General Admission Adults – $12.00 7-12 – $6.00 Under 7 – Free