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Harrison Named New AHC Director of Communications
Miss Harrison comes to the AHC with a vast knowledge of horses and the horse industry. Before coming to the American Horse Council, she owned and operated her own business, Lion’s Pride, LLC, where she organized and maintained training programs for competitive horses and riders, rode competitively, and taught lessons. Most recently, Miss Harrison worked for National Wildlife Federation, where she worked in Development ‘to protect wildlife for our children’s future.’ “With twenty-plus years of horse experience, and eight years working for non-profit organizations, Bridget is a welcome addition to the staff at American Horse Council,” said AHC president Jay Hickey. ... Read the full article

GH2 Gralla Equestrian Architects signs on as Sponsor of the American Horse Council
The American Horse Council would like to announce that GH2 Gralla Equestrian Architects has agreed to sponsor them in 2009. Jay Hickey, AHC President said, “We have had a great relationship with GH2 Gralla for many years, and we are very pleased that they have decided to take their support to the next level.” ... Read the full article

Andersen Named Director of the Unwanted Horse Coalition
Andersen came to the UHC with a versatile background in communications and life-long passion for horses. While receiving undergraduate degrees in Rhetoric/Communications and Fine Arts from Mount St. Mary’s University, Andersen also founded the school’s Equestrian team and club. She went on to earn her master’s degree in Journalism from Emerson College. Andersen gained strong experience in writing, creativity and deadline management throughout her professional career in the television industry, while working in program development for the Discovery Channel and as an Associate Producer for Court TV. Most recently, Andersen worked for Maryland Life Magazine as an Account Executive. ... Read the full article

Minnesota Horse Council Joins Unwanted Horse Coalition
The Minnesota Horse Council has joined the Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC), bringing the total membership to 19 organizations. "The UHC is thrilled that the Minnesota Horse Council has come on board," said Chairman Dr. Tom Lenz. "The fact that our ... Read the full article

Tractor Supply Sponsors the American Horse Council
The American Horse Council is pleased to announce that Tractor Supply has become their newest sponsor. “We are very excited to have the opportunity to work with Tractor Supply, and we are looking forward to maintaining a long and productive relationship with them,” said AHC President, Jay Hickey. ... Read the full article

Lance Walters Elected to AHC Board of Trustees
Lance Walters, president of the Arabian Horse Association (AHA), has been elected to the Board of Trustees of the American Horse Council. Mr. Walters brings many years of horse experience to the AHC’s board, and is a welcome addition to an impressiv ... Read the full article

The American Horse Council Joins Forces with Intervet Schering Plough Animal Health
The American Horse Council is pleased to announce that Intervet Schering Plough Animal Health has become the newest sponsor of the AHC. This is a great opportunity for Intervet Schering Plough Animal Health to show their support of the American Horse Council, the horse industry’s unified voice in Washington, D.C. “We are looking forward to working with Intervet Schering Plough Animal Health and we hope that together we can make great things happen for the horse industry in Washington,” said Jay Hickey, AHC President. ... Read the full article

The American Horse Council Joins Forces with Nutrena
The American Horse Council is pleased to announce that Nutrena has become a sponsor of the AHC. This is a great opportunity for Nutrena to show their support of the American Horse Council, the horse industry’s unified voice in Washington, D.C. “We ... Read the full article

The American Horse Council Joins Forces with Markel Insurance Company
The American Horse Council is excited to announce that Markel Insurance Company has become the newest Commercial Sponsor of the AHC. This is a great opportunity for Markel to show their support of the American Horse Council, the horse industry’s unified voice in Washington, D.C. “We are pleased to have the support of Markel, and together we will continue to pave the way for great things to happen for the horse industry in Washington,” said Jay Hickey, AHC President. ... Read the full article

Unwanted Horse Coalition Meets in Lextington
November 8, 2006, Washington, DC - On October 31, 2006, the Unwanted Horse Coalition met officially for the first time under the auspices of the American Horse Council at the United States Equestrian Federation headquarters in Lexington, KY. The ... Read the full article

Christy Landwehr Takes the Reins of the American Youth Horse Council President
Christy Landwehr of The Certified Horsemanship Association was named President of the American Youth Horse Council at the National Youth Horse Leaders Symposium in Gainesville, Florida on February 5, 2006. Christy has been active in the horse ind ... Read the full article

Foreman Named Chair of AHC Horse Show Committee
The American Horse Council is pleased to announce that Cam Foreman has been appointed Chair of the AHC Horse Show Committee. The AHC’s Horse Show Committee includes representatives of various AHC organizations in the horse show community and advises the AHC Board of Trustees on national federal issues important to the horse shows, trainers and exhibitors. ... Read the full article

Californian Marnye Langer Joins the Staff of Phelps Media Group
Wellington, Fl – May 20 – The Phelps Media Group, Inc., an equestrian related public relations firm based in Wellington, Florida, announced today that California horsewoman Marnye Langer has joined the staff as a freelance writer. Langer has been i ... Read the full article

Beneficial Tax Tips for the Horse Industry
Tax season is near and the American Horse Council has extensive tax information that can influence your equine business tax returns. For 40 years, the American Horse Council has provided the horse industry with tax information through the Tax Bulletin, the Tax Handbook and other various publications. ... Read the full article

American Horse Council Hosts National Issues Forum At Keeneland On November 2nd
WASHINGTON, DC August 24, 2007 – The American Horse Council (AHC) will host a National Issues Forum at the Keeneland Race Track in Lexington, KY on November 2, 2007. The AHC’s National Issues Forum provides an excellent opportunity for all horse ent ... Read the full article

The American Horse Council Wants You!
The American Horse Council continues to expand its grassroots program, the Congressionally Cavalry, but it needs you! In January a new Congress will take office and now is the time to get ready. ... Read the full article

American Horse Council’s New and Improved Web Site is an Essential Resource
WASHINGTON, DC – Keeping abreast of national legislation and regulations that affect all members of the horse industry just got a little easier. The American Horse Council’s newly improved web site provides timely and educational information on any i ... Read the full article

Dr. Hillman to Speak at AHC Issues Forum
August 10, 2006, Washington, D.C. – The American Horse Council has confirmed Dr. Bob Hillman as a speaker for the AHC Issues Forum, which will be held on September 25th in Austin, Texas. Dr. Hillman currently serves as the Texas State Veterinarian a ... Read the full article

American Horse Council Reminds Horse Industry to Participate in 2007 USDA Census Of Agriculture
WASHINGTON, DC December 4, 2007 – The American Horse Council (AHC) is reminding all members of the horse owning community to participate in the 2007 Census of Agriculture being conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The USDA census, ... Read the full article

Kentucky Horse Council Establishes Temporary Feed Program
The Kentucky Horse Council has established a new program to assist those horses whose owners cannot provide adequate feed due to temporary financial setbacks. The Equine Safety Net program is designed to provide a 30 day supply of feed for horses ... Read the full article