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Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro euthanized following complications
[Jan. 29, 2007] Breaking News for Horse Lovers - Kentucky Derby champion Barbaro was euthanized Monday, ending a struggle for survival after he injured his right hind leg in the Preakness Stakes last May.

"We just reached a point where it was going to be difficult for him to go on without pain," co-owner Roy Jackson said. "It was the right decision, it was the right thing to do. We said all along if there was a situation where it would become more difficult for him, then it would be time."

Court backs ban on horse slaughter
[Jan. 20, 2007] HOUSTON -- A federal appeals court has ruled that horse slaughter is illegal in Texas, home to two of the nation’s three processing plants.

These 'boys' deserve only star treatment
[Jan. 18, 2007] The world-renowned Lipizzaner Stallions have been described as nobles of the equestrian world, compared to the mythical winged horse Pegasus and lauded as Baryshnikovs of equine ballet.

Conneticut May Ban Horseback Riding On Most Trails
[Jan. 12, 2007] Urgent message for Connecticut horse lovers regarding riding trails. Others should heed warning, other states may follow! By Cindy Meyers

Don't be surprised if companies try to distance themselves from controversy
[Dec. 30, 2006] Meat and milk from cloned animals may not appear in supermarkets for years despite being deemed by the government as safe to eat. But don’t be surprised if “clone-free” labels appear sooner.

Barrel Race with Controlled Speed
[Dec. 19, 2006] Here's how to calm your anxious barrel racing horse--and shave seconds off your times. By Martha Josey

Wild dogs kill prize rodeo horse
[Dec. 15, 2006] A pack of dogs killed a prize rodeo horse on a ranch in northeastern Isabella County, according to a sheriff's department report.

Nutrena Official Feed Supplier Of 2006 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo
[Dec. 11, 2006] Equine and bovine athletes who participate in the biggest rodeo event of the year—the 2006 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo—will perform on Nutrena® brand feeds.

James makes history by cloning ProRodeo Hall of Fame horse Scamper
[Nov. 15, 2006] Eleven-time World Champion Barrel Racer Charmayne James announced today her ProRodeo Hall of Fame horse, Scamper, now has a young twin thanks to cloning company ViaGen. By Courtesy PRCA

Stockmen don't cotton to livestock registration
[Nov. 13, 2006] COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - The government's drive to register places that house livestock to guard against disease and bioterrorism is meeting resistance from stockmen. By Pam Zubeck

Horse play
[Nov. 1, 2006] Ranch is a breeding ground for up-and-coming quarter horse riders By Bill Wolcott

Zan captures third straight AQHA Horse of the Year award
[Oct. 10, 2006] Rodney Burks isn’t headed to the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo later this year, but that hasn’t stopped him from enjoying one of his finest seasons. By Courtesy PRCA

Oak Tree begins its 38th season
[Sep. 27, 2006] There will be plenty of world-class equine athletes running the next week and a half as the Oak Tree Racing Association opens its 38th season today at Santa Anita.

Beginning Saturday, there will be eight Breeders' Cup prep races over the first two weekends of the 26-day meeting, including four Grade I events - the Yellow Ribbon Stakes, Clement L. Hirsch Turf Championship, Oak Leaf Breeders' Cup Stakes and Ancient Title Breeders' Cup Stakes. By Art Wilson Assistant Sports Editor, Pasadena Star News
Also: Oak Tree Racing Association

Horse course to be held at ASCC
[Sep. 27, 2006] Have you eve wished you could go back to school and just learn about horses? You wish you could skip the math, chemistry, and English, and just learn how to optimize care and management of your horses and horse business. By The Thomasville Times

Rusty Hendrickson sets the Horse Stage for "Flicka"
[Sep. 25, 2006] The Movie Trainer Focuses on both the Horses and the Riders

Rusty Hendrickson has added “Flicka” to his list of movie credits. This story of a Wild Mustang and the girl (Katy) who befriends him which is set to be released in movie theaters on October 20th, is another home run for Hendrickson. Movie sets are not new to Rusty or his horses, which have spent most of their lives in front of the camera. By Equestrianmag.com

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