I'm finally back from Harrisburg, Pa., where I was competing with my Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Dally, at the 2014 American Kennel Club National Agility Championships. This was not just a fun and competitive trip, but also a work trip. I was able to cover the event for the Canine Chronicle, both via the website and … Continue reading AKC National Agility Championship Coverage
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Road to the Horse 2014: Captivating Excitement from Beginning to End
To round out some of the large equine events I've been lucky to attend in my career (NRHA Futurity, AQHA World Show, Kentucky Derby, Breeders' Cup), I can now add Road to the Horse to that list. I did some light coverage of this "colt starting world championship" for the EquineChronicle.com over the weekend, since … Continue reading Road to the Horse 2014: Captivating Excitement from Beginning to End
Throwback Thursday: Seasonal Tack Touch-Ups
Growing up with horses you think you know all there is to know about horse care. But spend a few years as the photo editor for a horse health publication and you get a quick check of reality that you have a lot more to learn. But it was a great education and I loved … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Seasonal Tack Touch-Ups
Throwback Thursday: When the World Came to Kentucky
Inspired by the Winter Olympics in Sochi, I decided to do a "Throwback Thursday" that involves the World Equestrian Games. I did a couple of special reports for the American Quarter Horse Journal's online newsletter, America's Horse Daily, on how Lexington was preparing for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. For residents of Lexington, … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: When the World Came to Kentucky
After the Proposal…
It’s the proposal that was heard all around the APHA World Show—the surprise marriage proposal between Kyle Crager and his then-girlfriend Kelley Goldsmith (now Crager) at the photographer’s booth in 2010. You’ve probably seen the photo pop up every now and then, especially during this time of year. Of course, Kelley said yes. The couple was … Continue reading After the Proposal…
PHBA Officials Explain Thought Process Behind Developing New Novice Amateur Credential Program
Earlier this week the Palomino Horse Breeders Association announced a new Novice Amateur program with hopes of growing Amateur participation at local shows. The Novice Amateur Per Class Credential Letter is a supplementary program to enhance PHBA Rule #5002, in which Amateurs can pay $25, per class, to show as a Novice in classes they do … Continue reading PHBA Officials Explain Thought Process Behind Developing New Novice Amateur Credential Program
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