TWO CANADIAN BREEDERS TOP CONSIGNORS AT 2008 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SALE The prestigious 2008 World Championship Sale was managed by Professional Auction Service, Inc., and held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma from November 15-16, 2008. The Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) is proud to recognize and heartily congratulates the following Canadian breeders who consigned the overall high [...]

The 4-H Provincial Equine Advisory Committee (PEAC) is set to distribute its four-DVD horsemanship video set to all Alberta 4-H equine leaders. “Two years ago an idea, which would change how members and leaders interacted and experienced the 4-H equine project was discussed, approved and set into motion for production,” says Janet Kerr, 4-H specialist, [...]

This is a fun and interesting video. I think the camel is so impressive. I really didn’t realize that they could be so well trained. I always thought they had a lot of attitude that limited their trainability.  So much for what I thought.

This is quite a beautiful little video with some humor thrown in. Both give a lovely demonstration.

We have a sneak preview of Martin’s new DVD.

We have had a request for suggestions for equine clinicians to perform at upcoming equine events in Ontario. They plan to use their newly acquired facility to provide clinics in various aspects of equine care from riding to hoof care – anything equine. Just let me know – lynn@northernhorse.com – if you would like to [...]

Auto body shop owner, Dave Getzinger of Drayton Valley, AB had the ride of his life in the 50-mile endurance competition at the Rocky Mountain Challenge – 2008 Canadian Nationals August 2, 2008 held at Red Deer River Ranches, Sundre, AB The event requires riders to negotiate the 50 miles of Rocky Mountain foothills terrain [...]

I’m sure lots of you know of Martin Black. Many who see him work say Martin is the one they would like to have start their colts. Coming from 5 generations of ranchers he has grown up with horses and adapted his traditional training with the influence of other present-day horsemen. Martin is currently in [...]

For the most part, horses are relatively calm, quiet animals when they are left to maintain themselves. Free roaming grazers spend the biggest percent of their time relaxed and quiet, but when confined and fed high energy feed they can develop physical and mental issues. When we start riding and working these animals, it seems [...]