A Day of 'Firsts', and Longshots, at Ajax Downs
It was a day of 'firsts' and plenty of longshots at Ajax Downs, on Day 10 of the 2022 Quarter Horse racing season at Ajax Downs, July 13
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Horse Day returns to Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week
Recently opened in Canadian cinemas, the equine-themed feature-length documentary, THE LONG RIDER (Mythic Productions - 96 minutes) follows a young horseman’s journey from Canada, through the continental United States, Mexico, Central America then into South America on his way to his country of birth, Brazil.
Beyond the Wither Tracing Part 3
I believe it a good rule of thumb to examine the fit of your saddle (at minimum) with the change of seasons. As their coats shed, horses often go through a number of shifts, including shape.
The Rider Recommends: The Long Rider
Recently opened in Canadian cinemas, the equine-themed feature-length documentary, THE LONG RIDER (Mythic Productions - 96 minutes) follows a young horseman’s journey from Canada, through the continental United States, Mexico, Central America then into South America on his way to his country of birth, Brazil.
Steel City Spin A Success
Wow, what an amazing show Steel City Spin was! We had an incredible time, according to feedback so did everyone else – the turnout of competitors and people who came to watch was awesome, our commentator said it was the most attended turnout at a Reining show he’d seen in years.
The Ancaster Fair | The Rider Marketplace
The Ancaster Agricultural Society Invites You To The 172nd Annual Ancaster Fair!
Carneros Caps Huge Day at Ajax Downs for Kwiecien, Pascoe, and Bell
Solidifying his reign as the top short distance Quarter Horse in the country, CARNEROS powered to a half-length victory in the $19,870 QROOI Sprint Series, #2 at Ajax Downs on June 29. The 7-year-old gelding's victory in the 220-yard feature race on the nine-race card was the fourth win of the day for his trainer Jason Pascoe of Pontypool, ON, and third winner for owner Milena Kwiecien of Burlington and third for veteran jockey Brian Bell of Lindsay.
Beyond the Wither Tracing Part 2
How often should you and your horse get your saddle fit? At minimum, you want to have your saddles checked at least annually as basic maintenance however, twice a year is my general recommendation.
67 individual Stallions set to be represented at Canada’s Premier Yearling Sale
The upcoming Canadian Premier Yearling Sale, August 31, 2022, being held at the Woodbine Sales Pavilion, Toronto, Ontario has attracted over 200 yearling entries.