Thursday, December 31, 2015
Soundness in Horses Can Be Situational
As a veterinarian, I have done a lot of pre-purchase soundness evaluations on horses for prospective buyers. I have come to believe there are different parameters to evaluate a horse's functional soundness depending on the situation. I like to have a discussion with prospective buyers to come to an understanding of
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Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Lead Up
Lead Up Story by Susan Morrison • Photography by Ross Hecox No matter what you ultimately do with a horse, leading is a universal means of communication. Teaching a horse to lead correctly- beside you, rather than dragging behind-saves time and frustration, and sets up the horse for success in other areas of
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Ideal Characteristics in a Breakaway Horse with Lari Dee Guy
Disabled jockey Michael Straight will raise awareness in the advancements of treating paralysis by walking into the winner's circle at Gulfstream Park Jan. 3 with the help of a bionic exoskeleton. http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/96797/straight-to-raise-awareness-of-treatments?source=rss
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Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Pressure Proof Your Riding
Pressure Proof Your Riding You don't have to let your emotions run off with you. Rein them in by learning proven techniques for mental training. By Daniel Stewart Credit: Photo by Mallory Beinborn Protective emotions don't do you any good when it comes to confidence in the saddle. Identify your defense mechanisms
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Charles Town Reports Record Per-Race Handle
Officials at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races report the track enjoyed record handle per race of $111,664 for its 1,447 races in 2015.
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Monday, December 28, 2015
How to Get Your Header To Pull Them into Your Loop
How to Get Your Header To Pull Them into Your Loop By Kendra Santos, Clay O'Brien Cooper There's a humorous saying that I've used for years about different guys I've roped with, mostly Jake, that "I just throw my loop down there and he pulls them in it." Trying to get your header to pull steers into your loop is
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Sunday, December 27, 2015
How (and Why) to Find a Trainer
How (and Why) to Find a Trainer Learn why hiring a trainer to help with your horse (or horse hunt) can be money well spent. Then use my insights to help you find a good one. By Bob Avila With Sue M. Copeland Photographs By Cappy Jackson Working with a good pro can enhance your training experience. It can also help
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Saturday, December 26, 2015
Fallon Taylor - San Antonio
Photos & Updates Courtesy of Rodeo Athletes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rodeoathletes Fallon Taylor makes quick work of qualifying to the Semi-Finals in San Antonio with a 13.78 second run, and a 14.07 on her first two collecting $3,992. Fallon and Baby Flo are burning up the pattern and ready for round 3.
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Friday, December 25, 2015
Oops! My Horse Stumbles!
Oops! My Horse Stumbles! Stumbling in horses is serious business. Here's advice from a veterinarian and a trainer on dealing with this dangerous problem. By Elaine Pascoe Your horse suddenly pitches forward and drops out from under you. For a split second, his balance and yours teeter on the brink. Few things are
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Thursday, December 24, 2015
Blood-Horse's 12 Days of Christmas
The offices of Blood-Horse will be closed Dec. 24-25 and no Daily newsletter or PDF will be delivered Dec. 25-26.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2015
10 Great Moments in NFR Team Roping History
10 Great Moments in NFR Team Roping History Our editors' 10 most memorable NFR moments Over the 18 years this magazine has been around, and the many more years its' editors have been in the business, we've seen some amazing things happen in the arena at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. We've put together a list
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Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Three Common Horse Trailer Myths Busted!
Three Common Horse Trailer Myths Busted! Written by Kristi Waterworth for Double D Trailers | 05 March 2015 Posted in Articles You've got a ton of options when to comes to your next horse trailer. From the base materials of the new model to the axle and hitch's weight ratings and even the horse stall
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Monday, December 21, 2015
Unbranded Trailer
Cowboys & Indians - The Premier Magazine of the West Check out the trailer for the documentary "Unbranded," about four men's border-to-border horseback journey -- all riding on adopted mustangs. In our April issue, we write about the project's picture book that comes out February 25.
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Sunday, December 20, 2015
Saturday, December 19, 2015
Steering Clear of Splitting the Horns with Jake Barnes
Steering Clear of Splitting the Horns with Jake Barnes How Jake Barnes avoids splitting the horns. By Kendra Santos Credit: Lone Wolf Photography Waving it off of small horns and splitting the horns on bigger steers are the two most common nightmares for headers. When I first started rodeoing and we roped big
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Murphy Really Hits 3,000 Wins
His milestone was prematurely celebrated Dec. 14 at Zia Park, which had included an Arabian win in his totals.
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Friday, December 18, 2015
Jeff Walker Memorial - Pioneer Days
Congratulations to Evan Arnold & Jeremy Pinheiro on winning the Kush Best Ever Pads at the Jeff Walker Memorial Switch End Roping at Pioneer Days in Paso Robles, CA. Jeff was a great friend of mine that always made his ranch, arena, and roping steers available to me when I moved to San Luis Obispo, CA to attend
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Thursday, December 17, 2015
2015 ProRodeo Hall of Fame Class
2015 ProRodeo Hall of Fame Class Travis Tryan's Walt gets the nod. By ProRodeo COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - World Champion Cowboys Tom Nesmith, Mark Garrett, Bob Wegner and Harry Charters, along with rodeo notable Jack Hannum, the Hendricks Brothers specialty act and four-time team roping head horse of the year
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Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Backing 'Out the Door' for Hind-End Control
Backing 'Out the Door' for Hind-End Control Work your horse laterally and back through an opening to fine-tune his responsiveness to your leg. By Suzy Jeane With Jennifer Forsberg Meyer In "Trail Tricks for Your Pleasure Horse, Part 2" in the August 2007 issue of Horse & Rider, I showed you how to use railroad ties
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Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Monday, December 14, 2015
Pretty Is As Pretty Does
Pretty Is As Pretty Does By Julie Mankin When they write you that paycheck, it won't say whether the horse you were riding was a feathery ball of caked-on mud or a slicked-off, Show-Sheened, whiskerless wonder. But regardless if you're from the camp of the quick brush under the saddle or the full-body shine,
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Sunday, December 13, 2015
Learn the Basics of Colt Starting
American Pharoah, the first Thoroughbred to win the Triple Crown since 1978 when he did so earlier this year, won the online readers' poll for the Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year Award for 2015. 'Pharoah' Wins Online Poll for 'Sportsman'
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Prospecting for Gold
Prospecting for Gold Increase the odds of staking your claim on a solid-gold barrel prospect with advice from industry veterans. There is a distinctly exhilarating feeling involved in searching for the next "big thing," particularly when it's your future barrel racing superstar. The anticipation of seeing your
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Saturday, December 12, 2015
Setting Up the Shot with Ryan Motes
Setting Up the Shot with Ryan Motes How to rope faster on the heel side with NFR qualifier Ryan Motes By Bob Welch Photos by Lone Wolf Photography The most common question I get from ropers is: How can I rope faster? As your number goes up, your catch percentage goes up. And, as you get better, you need to not
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Friday, December 11, 2015
Adeline Nevala
Photo & Updates Courtesy of Rodeo Athletes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rodeoathletes The two CURRENT NHSRA members who qualified for the finals of RFD-TV's The American are eighth-grader Adeline Nevala of Minnesota in barrel racing, and team roper Daniel Braman of Texas. Braman is roping with three-time
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Thursday, December 10, 2015
Before You Breed: Costs and Considerations
Before You Breed: Costs and Considerations By Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor Mar 12, 2015 Producing a healthy foal requires more than money and good luck. Breeders must also manage their mares properly-sometimes caring for them in ways that aren't immediately intuitive. Photo: Photos.com Make sure
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Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Champion barrel racer Taylor brings glitz and glamour to rodeo
By Brett Hoffman Special to the Star-Telegram It's easy to spot barrel racer Fallon Taylor and her horse, Babyflo. They can usually be found in colorful outfits. Even their trailer, in background, stands out. Paul Moseley Star-Telegram When barrel racer Fallon Taylor competed at the Fort Worth Stock Show Rodeo this
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Monday, December 7, 2015
Inmates and Mustangs
Inmates and Mustangs From Holding Pens to State Pens Anna Carroll | April 17, 2015 Galloping horses try to escape from the roar of the helicopter and instead are driven into holding corrals. Inmates walk in single file across a prison yard. Captured mustangs scream and kick at each other in fear, the whites of
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Sunday, December 6, 2015
10 Best Rodeos in the US
10 Best Rodeos in the US By Jenna Dorian1 month Flickr/ Trevor Dennis It's rodeo season, and you should know where to go. Some have to cover their eyes, and others are out of their seats hootin' and hollerin'. There's so much more than bucking broncos at the rodeo. The whole family can sit back and enjoy all the
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Saturday, December 5, 2015
September 2013
Greetings everyone! It's officially fall and that means school is in full swing, associations ar having their finals and holidays are right around the corner. There's a lot for us to share and brag about here at Best Ever Custom Saddle Pads. For starters, our pro rodeo team rider Cesar de la Cruz had an awesome
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Friday, December 4, 2015
Tattersalls Has Second-Highest Grossing Year
The Tattersalls December sale ended Dec. 3 with gross sales of more than 84.17 million guineas (US$133.67 million), just 1% shy of last year's total receipts of 84.97 million guineas.
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Thursday, December 3, 2015
Saddle Pads Team Rider Updates
Best Ever Pads Custom Saddle Pads Team Rider Updates Keep checking back for updates on the rodeo professionals that use our saddle pads on a daily basis. Here you'll be able to follow them and see what their progress is as they put the Best Ever Pads custom saddle pads through the paces at events all across the
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Wednesday, December 2, 2015
The Power of Words
Efforts by Keeneland to open a Quarter Horse track in 2016 in Corbin, Ky, which also would offer historical racing, have been slowed by litigation and political maneuvering. Keeneland's Quarter Horse License Slowed
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Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Hoffman: Some changes are in store for professional rodeo fans
Rodeo fans will witness some significant changes throughout 2015. Perhaps the biggest of the modifications is the Las Vegas-based Wrangler National Finals Rodeo will increase its contestant purse from $6.375 million to a record $10 million. That decision was made a year ago when Las Vegas battled Dallas and
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Monday, November 30, 2015
Katie McCaslan
Katie McCaslan Professional Barrel Horse Trainer Career Highlights Multiple Open Rodeo Champion Multiple Open Futurity and Derby Champion Multiple Open 1D Champion Pad of Choice 1" Kush Wool Pad Social Media Katie's Champion Stallion, "First Down French"
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Before You Breed: Costs and Considerations
At the conclusion of its second fall season since the closure of Hollywood Park, Del Mar saw a decrease in daily average handle for the five-week stand when compared with last fall's four-week slate. Del Mar Sees Daily Handle Drop for Fall Meet
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Sunday, November 29, 2015
Dalton Pearce
Swagger Jagger, Lira, Ballet Diva, Rafting, Full Salute, and Bella Flor all won races on the program that featured six stakes for 2-year-olds Nov. 28. http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/96272/swagger-jagger-a-feel-good-gulfstream-winner?source=rss
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Saturday, November 28, 2015
Unbranded Trailer
California Chrome continued his training toward his scheduled return in the $200,000 San Pasqual Stakes (gr. III) Jan. 9 with a half-mile breeze in :48 2/5 Nov. 28 at Los Alamitos Race Course. http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/96253/california-chrome-breezes-steadily-at-los-al?source=rss
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Friday, November 27, 2015
Speed Williams: Roping a Mechanical Dummy Versus a Donkey
Speed Williams: Roping a Mechanical Dummy Versus a Donkey March 2015Last month I talked about improving your roping and the benefits of using a mechanical dummy. In this article I will elaborate on the difference in using a mechanical dummy and other methods commonly used.When I was growing up the only mechanical
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Thursday, November 26, 2015
Consequences of Stall Confinement
Photo: Thinkstock Confined horses tend to display undesirable behaviors and are more at risk of developing intestinal or musculoskeletal problems. When we think of a contented horse, in our mind's eye we see him grazing in an expansive pasture, surrounded by fields of green and other equine companions. But for some
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Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Learn the Basics of Colt Starting
Get your young horse started right with these horse training tips. By AQHA Professional Horseman Dick Pieper in The American Quarter Horse Journal Whether you want to ride a winning performance horse or train a nice horse that you can enjoy, you're going to need the basics. What I'm going to talk about isn't new.
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Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Better Balance at the Lope and Canter, Part 1
Better Balance at the Lope and Canter, Part 1 March 10, 2015 Learn these common horse-training problems that affect horse and rider balance. By AQHA Professional Horsewoman Lynn Palm in The American Quarter Horse Journal One of the most common problems people have is losing balance at the canter or lope. It's
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Monday, November 23, 2015
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Saturday, November 21, 2015
Broc Cresta: Gone But Not Forgotten
Credit: James Phifer Photo Remembering the late, Great, Broc Cresta Broc Cresta left such a memorable mark on so many of us that it's hard to believe he's already been gone a year this month. He left this world at 25-in the prime of his career and life-at the Daddy of 'em All in Cheyenne July 28, 2012, for reasons
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Friday, November 20, 2015
Thursday, November 19, 2015
The American 2015 Press Conference Highlights
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015
One on One with Travis Graves
One on One with Travis Graves Looking forward to a "masterful" year By Kendra Santos Travis Graves of Jay, Okla., just heeled at his sixth Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Graves and 21-time World Champion Cowboy Trevor Brazile were the reserve world champion team ropers in 2014, which means Graves finished second
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Young Guns with Krece Harris: Groundwork
Krece Harris talks about five fundamentals every young roper must master on the ground to carry over into the saddle. By Chelsea Toy Credit: Lone Wolf Photo Balance As far as roping goes, kids need good balance on the ground when roping the dummy to carry that forward into the saddle. Kids will get on a horse and
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Monday, November 16, 2015
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Toews On Ice All Heart in Bob Hope Victory
Toews On Ice had already showed his talent in two runaway stakes wins earlier this fall, but he showed his heart Nov. 14 at Del Mar.
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Rites of Spring
Rites of Spring With the arrival of warmer weather and green grass, cow-calf operations gear up for branding season. Story and photos by Ross Hecox John Welch at branding in Montana.In Montana, John Welch holds a calf while the ground crew brands and vaccinates a calf. This month, cattle outfits across the country
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Saturday, November 14, 2015
Sarah Rose McDonald
Sarah Rose McDonald goes into Fort Worth to show her competition she is here to stay and get use to seeing her on the leader board, and with a 16.42 second she is winning round one of the Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show in Fort Worth, Texas. Photos and Content provided by Rodeo Athletes:
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Friday, November 13, 2015
Castleton Lyons Announces 2016 Stud Fees
Castleton Lyons has announced the 2016 stud fees for its two stallions, Gio Ponti and Justin Phillip.
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Thursday, November 12, 2015
The 10 Different Types of Horse Owners
1. The Know-It-All This person has to give their opinion even when not asked. They will make remarks like, "You know, the reason why your horse bucked you off is because your back cinch was too loose...The reason your horse is tossing his head is because his bit is too low in his mouth...The reason your horse is
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Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Developing a Feel for Your Loop
Developing a Feel for Your Loop By Kendra Santos, Clay O'Brien Cooper, Lone Wolf Photography After teaching team roping schools and competing in rodeo for so many years, I've heard a lot of different reasons for why people prefer long or short spokes in their loop. Each team roper figures out the spoke length
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Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Endless Possibilities
Endless Possibilities Breeding season holds the excitement of selecting the best matches and seeing them come to fruition. By Sherry Cervi Raising horses involves a great deal of time and effort but can ultimately be a very rewarding experience. Springtime is one of my favorite times of the year. Everything starts
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Monday, November 9, 2015
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Saturday, November 7, 2015
Ideal Characteristics in a Breakaway Horse with Lari Dee Guy
Ideal Characteristics in a Breakaway Horse with Lari Dee Guy By Chelsea E. Toy Lari Dee Guy knows what it takes to make a quality breakaway horse. Lari Dee Guy has collected titles in the roping pen since she was 9 years old, and she's known as one of the greatest breakaway ropers to ever chase a calf. We chatted
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Friday, November 6, 2015
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Keeneland November Sale Day 3 Recap
Ian Tapp recaps Day 3 of the Keeneland November breeding stock sale, including comments from John Moynihan of Stonestreet Farm, Case Clay of Three Chimneys Farm, and Matt Lyons of Woodford Thoroughbreds.
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Wednesday, November 4, 2015
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Sunday, November 1, 2015
Reflecting on American Pharoah and His Impact
The stars aligned in Lexington Oct. 31 as American Pharoah completed his storybook career that included a sweep of the Triple Crown and attracting a large following of regular and non-traditional horse fans.
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Paraplegic Barrel Racer to Compete at The American
Paraplegic Barrel Racer to Compete at The American Rodeo fans select Amberley Snyder to compete March 1 for $1 million in RFD-TV's The American Rodeo in AT&T Stadium. From RFD-TV January 29, 2015 Amberley Snyder and her two American Quarter Horses, Chinook San and ATP Power, were featured in the July 2014 issue of
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Saturday, October 31, 2015
Friday, October 30, 2015
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Eight Tips for a Worry-Free Horse Show
Eight Tips for a Worry-Free Horse Show Keep your focus on the show ring by following these tips to prevent stressful situations. By Jordan Lassonde, former AQHA Publications intern The American Quarter Horse Journal March 3, 2015 horse show warm-up pen Tip No. 7: Warm up your horse and get him accustomed to the
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Wednesday, October 28, 2015
BC Friday Analysis: Let the Fun Begin
There will be several longshots that come in, some at huge prices. The toughest past of the Breeders' Cup is finding them among the morass of top-class horses who will be competing.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Home
Longines Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I) contender Untapable was scratched out of the Oct. 30 race for fillies and mares the morning of Oct. 27 after the 2014 Distaff winner and champion spiked a temperature. More...
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Monday, October 26, 2015
The gold buckles that got away
The gold buckles that got away by Kendra Santos - PRCA Director of Communications | Mar 16, 2015 The gold buckle that goes with the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association world championship is the ultimate trophy and treasure in the cowboy sport. You can spot one from across a crowded room-the symbol of a lifelong
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O'Neill Wins Santa Anita Title in Last Race
Team O'Neill pulled off a deep closing drive to clinch Santa Anita Park's fall meet training title Oct. 25, bypassing Jerry Hollendorfer in the final race on the final day of the month-long meeting.
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Sunday, October 25, 2015
Equine Experts Interview - Barrel Racer Amberley Snyder
Equine Experts Interview - Barrel Racer Amberley Snyder November 18, 2014 In order to grow, one must learn. In order to learn, one must study. That's what my "Equine Experts Interview" installments will help you with - gaining knowledge from an expert. The dictionary defines the word 'expert' as : "a person who has
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Friday, October 23, 2015
Dirt Road Drills
Dirt Road Drills It's that time of year when those of us in the cold white North are optimistic that spring is here. We are making our summer plans and know we should start to get our horses in shape. Reality sets in and we realize we have limited options on where to ride. Even if you have an indoor facility, going
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