South Florida Horse
South Florida Horse including Wellington, PBIEC,
and Jim Brandon Equestian Center
Dade, Broward and Palm Beach
Sep 5, 2010
The Hampton Classic's Fendi Cup Now Belongs to Hillary Dobbs and Marengo
Bridgehampton, NY
Marengo, owned by the Dobbs Group, gave Hillary Dobbs of Sussex, NJ, a blue ribbon, the perfect accessory for her win in the $30,000 FENDI Open Jumper Challenge at the Hampton Classic Horse Show on Saturday afternoon. Two-time Olympic gold medalist and last year's winner of this class, McLain Ward was second riding Pjotter Van De Zonnehoeve, owned by Louisburg Farm, and Jeffery Welles and Zycarla Z, owned by Abigail Wexner, were third. More info...
Sep 4, 2010
What You Should Know About Buying a Horse
American Veterinary Medical Association
What should you look for in a healthy horse or pony? An animal's temperament should be the most important characteristic to you. Observe its general demeanor and how it reacts to people and its environment. More info...
Sep 3, 2010
Volunteer Roundup at Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Proves Successful
Loxahatchee, FL
The Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center (VTRC) hosted the first Vinceremos Volunteer Roundup last Friday on August 28, 2010. The event will be held from 6-8p.m. and was attended by over 60 current and interested volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at VTRC, please call the Volunteer Coordinator at 561.236.0982. More info...
Sep 2, 2010
Protecting Florida Horses from Mosquitoes
University of Florida Extension
Fly control for horses in Florida is crucial, both for the irritation they cause and as protection against disease. The most common equine mosquito-transmitted disease currently in Florida is Eastern Equine Encephalitis. A proven method of disease prevention in horses is protection from mosquito bites. More info...
Sep 1, 2010
Ireland's Kenny Takes Double Header Winning the Brown Harris Stevens and Newsday Open Jumper Classes at the Hampton Classic Horse Show
Bridegehampton, NY
Darragh Kenny 22, of County Offaly, Ireland, had the "luck of the Irish" on his side winning both jumper classes in the Grand Prix ring at the Hampton Classic Horse Show on Tuesday. Kenny won the Brown Harris Stevens Open Jumper (1.40m) FEI Table A class riding Looping Star and the Newsday Open Jumper class (1.35m) earlier in the day on Bazooka de Muze. Both horses are owned by Missy Clark and North Run Farm and both are stunning chestnuts with bold blaze faces. More info...
Sep 1, 2010
America's Horse - Kentucky Horse Park
Lexington, KY
The Bluegrass State is home to the Kentucky Horse Park, site of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games and one of the coolest equine destinations for horse lovers. Check out the American Quarter Horses that are a part of this unique educational exhibit. More info...
Sep 1, 2010
The EQUUS Foundation Announces 2010 Grant Awards
Westport, CT
The Board of Directors of The EQUUS Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the award of its 2010 grants to 60 charitable organizations that use the horse to benefit the public; promote the horse's health and welfare; and advance the equestrian sport.
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Sep 1, 2010
SBS Farms' Jersey Boy and Jennifer Alfano Victorious in $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby
Buffalo, NY
SBS Farm's talented chestnut gelding Jersey Boy and rider Jennifer Alfano defended their title at the second annual $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby (Chicago Hunter Derby) Presented by CN on Saturday, August 29, at Annali Farm in Antioch, IL. Winning the class for the second year in a row, Jersey Boy and Alfano finished second in the first round of competition with a score of 182, and then moved into first place following an excellent handy round with a score of 215. More info...
Sep 1, 2010
Equestrian Life to Provide Free Webcast of Pfizer Million – WATCH IT LIVE!
Saugerties, NY
HITS, Inc. is pleased to announced that Equestrian Life will be an Official Media Partner for the first-ever Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix, offering free, live streaming coverage of the historic class on Sunday, September 12, 2010 to viewers worldwide. More info...
Aug 27, 2010
Twin Rivers 2010-2011 Horse Show Calendar
Indiantown, Martin County, FL
Twin Rivers Saddle Club has just published its extensive horse show calendar for the coming season. All shows are held at Timer Powers Park in Indiantown. More info...
