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NTRHA Reschedules 2009 Premier Futurity and 2009 Premier Sweepstakes
NTRHA has been approached by an overwhelming group of the NTRHA membership and other valuable relationships within the industry with some very important requests for NTRHA to consider. NTRHA wants to be member friendly and respond positively when a m ... Read the full article

NTRHA Premier Futurity this spring to have $50K added
Trainers, owners and competitors, take note: the inaugural NTRHA World Championship Futurity for 5-year-old rope horses hits Tulsa, Okla., on April 28 – May 3, 2009, along with the first-ever World Championship Sweepstakes for 6- and 7-year-olds. Added money to date has reached $50,000 for the six-day extravaganza, which will be the richest aged event in history for rope horses. ... Read the full article

NTRHA pays out more than $100K this fall as Bockius, others win big
The first four introductory events produced by team roping’s newest organization, the National Team Roping Horse Association, drew well over 350 entries and paid out more than $100,000 in prize money. ... Read the full article

Cutters, Reiners, Ropers break new ground in Rope Horse Industry
A landmark meeting of the minds last month brought nine pillars of the equine community to the roundtable for the first time – and the results were extraordinary. ... Read the full article

A History of Horses and Humans
Horses have been a part of human life for much of known history. Unlike dogs, which early man made short work or domesticating, horses were among the last animals to be domesticated. Their attributes of strength, speed, and staying power made the equine a real power to be reckoned with and, so, a difficult animal to tame. Even before this domestication however, the horse has been influencing mankind in marvelous ways ... Read the full article

Sitting Bull’s Circus Horse
There were many horses throughout history that made a great impact on the world that we live in today. Some have been highly profiled and talked about, while others have fallen to the wayside only to be discussed amongst major historian and equestrian enthusiasts. The Dancing Circus Horse is one such horse that is often overlooked in the text books but had a great impact on the path of history. He was the side kick of Sitting Bull during his later years, a great holy man of the Lakota Sioux Tribe. ... Read the full article

Senate passes National Day of the American Cowboy Resolution
The American Horse Council is pleased the U.S. Senate yesterday passed a resolution honoring the American cowboy. The resolution, introduced by U.S. Senator Mike Enzi of Wyoming, designates Saturday, July 25, 2008 as “National Day of the Cowboy.” ... Read the full article

Crappy Book Makes Fun Gift for Horse Enthusiasts
Rough and Ready, CA -- May 19, 2006 -- It's something all horse owners have to deal with in one way or another, so why not have a sense of humor about it? "The Little Book of Horse Poop," by Becki Bell, is published by Palfrey Media and is probabl ... Read the full article

Escape to APHA’s 12th annual Fort Robinson trail ride
Take the ultimate equine destination vacation with the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) this Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1–6, on the all-inclusive Fort Robinson Trail Ride at Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford, Nebraska. Rich in the history of the American West, Fort Robinson served as a military outpost from 1874 to 1948 and is located in the heart of the rugged Pine Ridge region of northern Nebraska. Crazy Horse, Red Cloud and Walter Reed were just a few of the historic figures who helped carve the fort's place in history. ... Read the full article

National Day of the American Cowboy Resolution Passes Senate
WASHINGTON - American Cowboy magazine is proud to announce that the Senate has once again approved the National Day of the American Cowboy, Senate Resolution 130, sponsored by Senator Craig Thomas R-Wyoming. The resolution names July 28th, 2007 a ... Read the full article

Miniature Horses
Miniature horses have been around since the 17th century, and can be seen in growing numbers all over the world. They are known as Falabellas, Miniature Shetlands, or Miniature Ponies. These small horses are definitely a site to be seen and have won the hearts of many horse lovers. A miniature horse can come in a variety of colors, but cannot exceed 34 inches in height, which is roughly half the size of a full-size breed. This month, we want to explore the history and background of the miniature horse and look into one of the biggest organizations that dedicate themselves to the growth and development of the species. ... Read the full article

Famous Horses of the Civil War
Horses played a critical role during the Civil War. Both the Union and Confederate armies relied heavily on the strength, endurance and mobility of the horses that joined them on the battlefield and beyond. These horses were recognized for their courage and dedication to the war, earning a name for themselves in United States history. ... Read the full article

Breed Profile: Mustang Explored
Mustangs played a very important role in early American history, and they are still an integral part of the western culture today. The name Mustang comes from the Spanish word mesteño or monstenco meaning wild or stray. The breed was used as a bartering chip by many Indian tribes, and they were allowed to roam the country side free. As civilization took its toll on America, the Mustang too began to change. This month, we will take a closer look at these pieces of living history and learn more about where they came from and where they are headed. ... Read the full article

Foxhunting in England- Love it or Hate it?
The debate over foxhunting has been going on for over 50 years in England. Policy makers and citizens in England have gone back and forth over the issue, until it finally became illegal in the early spring of 2006. Many continue to fight for the abolishment of the hunting ban due to the tradition and history surrounding the sport and such hunting is still legal in other parts of the world. Whether you agree or disagree, it is important to at least understand the history and its implications. ... Read the full article

Winchester graduate commentates at Grand National and Kentucky Derby – a first in horseracing history
A graduate from the University of Winchester will be the first racetrack announcer in the history of horse racing to call two ‘stop nations’ races in the same year. Mark Johnson, who studied for a degree in Television, Film and Theatre Studies at ... Read the full article

Frank T. Hopkins and Hidalgo : True American Legends
From the rocky roads of Arabia to the fiery sands of Syria, Frank T. Hopkins and his painted mustang, Hidalgo, suffered over 60 days of torturous riding in 1890 to claim victory in the greatest long-distance endurance race of the time ... Read the full article

Carrying Greatness: Alexander's Buchephelus
Controversial filmmaker Oliver Stone’s 2004 epic Alexander generated more than its fair share of controversy for alleged historic inaccuracies and racy sexual scenes. But, horse enthusiasts might have taken issue with him for largely ignoring one of the real-life Alexander’s most trusted friends, his legendary horse, Bucephalus. ... Read the full article

Belmont Stakes Day Crowd of 52,861 Wagers $9,021,196 on Track
A crowd of 52,861 wagered $9,021,196 on Belmont Stakes Day races, a 2 percent increase over $8,843,720 in 2007, the most recent year when a Triple Crown was not on the line. With an additional $615,895 wagered at Belmont on incoming simulcasts, ... Read the full article

Hollywood Hoofers - Horses in Film
Seabiscuit was the single biggest newsmaker in the world in 1938, receiving more coverage than FDR, Hitler, or Mussolini. But the horse's original popularity was nothing compared to the success of the 2003 Oscar-nominated movie Seabiscuit. Seabiscuit and the popularity of the new film Hidalgo remind us that horses have been ... Read the full article

Breed Profile: Clydesdales Explored
When one thinks of Clydesdales, you may think of the classic beer commercials that brought the beautiful breed to the mainstream mindset. These majestic beauties have been around for over 300 years, and have pulled their weight in more ways than one. This month we will explore the mighty Clydesdales and the history that surrounds them. ... Read the full article