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
AKC National Agility Championships
This week I'll be doing some double, or rather triple, timing. I'm currently on my way to Harrisburg, Pa., for the 2014 American Kennel Club National Agility Championships to compete, for the third year in a row, with my Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Dally (registered name: PACH Frontiers HonkyTonkBaDonkADonk RN, AX, AXJ, MXP5, MXPB, MJP5, MJPB, … Continue reading AKC National Agility Championships
Healthy Living at Horse Shows
I love horses. And I love fitness. In case you didn't know, I've run in two half marathons (training for my third now) and am an avid CrossFitter. I've always been active, but I've gotten more so as I've gotten older, and I'm obsessed with following healthy living blogs. So when the opportunity to combine … Continue reading Healthy Living at Horse Shows
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
Thinking of Collegiate Riding? Shoot a Video
One of the best things I remember from my years at Murray State University was competing on the equestrian team as part of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA). When I originally went to Murray I went for the Rodeo Team, but I also fell in love with the coaches of the Equestrian Team … Continue reading Thinking of Collegiate Riding? Shoot a Video
A Sparkling Personality from The Rhinestone Cowboy
Not only does Bob Giacolone have one eye-catching horse, but he does some pretty eye-catching work. Late last year I got to talk with the man who's lived many different lives from training and showing pleasure horses, becoming a top hair stylist, owner of a popular spa, and then becoming the 2005 National High Point … Continue reading A Sparkling Personality from The Rhinestone Cowboy
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…
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