The Knabstrupper Horse - hunting for the old genes
A handful of people in Denmark and Germany have spent decades working hard to bring it back from the edge of extinction, saving the horse through pure breeding practices.
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In Memory Gaëtan Laroche, 1941 – 2020
It is with great sadness that CQHA delivers the news of the passing of Gaëtan Laroche, 1941 - 2020. A dedicated horseman who wore many hats in his decades long involvement in Canada's Quarter Horse and Reining industries.
Hockley Hills School of Horsemanship & Aitchison Show Horses Say Thank You
On the evening of May 8, 2020 a stranger knocked at our door and told our family that he could see smoke coming from our barn. Hockley Hills School of Horsemanship & Aitchison Show Horses’ fulltime training facility, breeding, riding school and summer camp operation was on fire with 19 horses inside!
Calgary Stampede Cancelled
On account of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chief Medical Officer of Health of Alberta has banned all gatherings of more than 15 people for an indefinite period of time and the City of Calgary has declared a state of local emergency. These steps, as well as our continuing concern for the health and well-being of our community, means we are unable to host the 2020 edition of the Calgary Stampede.
ORHA Spring Thaw Show Cancelled
The ORHA has cancelled the first show originally slated for the beginning of May.
CHRHF 2020 Nomination Deadline 4 Weeks Away
The public is encouraged to participate in the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame 2020 nomination process, by submitting recommendations of people and horses who have made a significant contribution to Canadian Standardbred or Thoroughbred horse racing.
Rodeo Fans Will Love This New Museum In Scottsdale Old Town
The museum frequently hosts musicians playing during the Saturday farmers’ market held in the adjoining car park (in the cooler months), and also hosts a BBQ and concert during the annual Parada del Sol rodeo and parade in early February.
WHAO Founder Herb Towers Passes
Its about a man and his love for his wife, of over 65 years, his kids and his horses. Herb Towers loved life.
CANADIAN DRESSAGE TEAM ELEVENTH ON DAY TWO FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN
The Canadian Dressage Team returned to centreline on Sept. 13 at the FEI World Equestrian Games ™ Tryon 2018 (WEG) in Mill Spring, NC for the final day of team competition, where they earned 11th place.
CANADIAN REINING TEAM TIES FOR NINTH AT THE FEI WORLD EQUESTRIAN
The Canadian Reining Team, sponsored by the Canadian Quarter Horse Association, sprang into action in the Team Competition & First Individual Qualifier at the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 (WEG) in Mill Spring, NC on Sept. 12, 2018.