Next  year, the American Quarter Horse Association is proud to host new Trail Challenges for all equine breeds. A Trail Challenge is a judged course that tests a horse and rider’s ability to work as a team and navigate through natural obstacles they might experience on a trail. The purpose of a Trail Challenge is to enhance the horsemanship [...]

The Filmmakers and Their Equine Charges As the title “War Horse” implies, horses and the bond we humans have with them are at the heart of Director/Producer Steven Spielberg’s “War Horse.” Presented by DreamWorks Pictures, “War Horse” depicts the journey of a horse belonging to a farm family, and beloved by their son, that is [...]

Every time I see these Trailers I get more excited to see the film. I think this movie is going to be really special for lots of us. Many of you are not as old as me but I remember the “old folks” talking about horses that were involved in the war. Get a Kleenex [...]

Well the most exciting thing just happened to me. I opened an email and found it filled with interesting news and photos from the upcoming Steven Spielberg movie “War Horse”. And… it was sent to me to share with you!! Even the covering email was interesting: Horses play an important role in Steven Spielberg’s upcoming film “WAR HORSE”, opening [...]

I know of a very exciting dressage team that is looking for a sponsor. And with Olympic goals what could be more exciting than that? This is a unique opportunity to share in the world’s spotlight.

AQHA wants to make sure that all stallion owners understand the changes being made and give assurance that these changes were made with special consideration given to stallion owners who, since the program’s inception, have been the chief supporters of the Incentive Fund.

The American Quarter Horse Association Executive Committee has approved several changes in working cow horse classes.  In 2011, AQHA added the working cow horse boxing class, which was only offered for Novice amateur and Novice youth competitors. Beginning January 1, 2012, amateur (including Select) and youth competitors will also be able to enter boxing classes. A youth rider [...]