Tag: management

Godolphin Flying Start Announces New Trainees

admin — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:34:12 +0000

Godolphin Flying Start is delighted to announce the latest intake of trainees for its prestigious two-year Thoroughbred Industry Management and Leadership Program.

Wilderness Rides

admin — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Will they become history or remain a reality?

Have you ever seen a horse climb a tree? Some of you, like myself, may have been riding one that has tried it when spooked by a noisy, mechanical “thing” on a narrow forest trail where there was no place to go but up. Chances are that if you have escaped such an experience so far, you will have it to look forward to one of these days.

Caring for Easy Keepers

admin — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:23:42 +0000

Watch for these signs in an easy keeper—and here’s how to help them live at their healthiest.

Your beloved equine partner has always loved his feed trough, and these days he’s looking a bit rotund. How can you know if your “easy keeper” horse is headed toward a potentially serious disease like laminitis or Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)? Here are a few signs to watch out for, and ways you can reduce or prevent occurrences of these diseases.

Norris Appointed TRF Marketing, Communications Manager

admin — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:42:55 +0000

Kendall Norris brings extensive experience in strategic marketing, social media management, and sponsorship development to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation.

HIWU Releases 2024 Annual Report

admin — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 15:37:17 +0000

The Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit announces the release of its 2024 Annual Report. Among the highlights are statistics on testing, results management, the adjudication of cases, investigations, and educational efforts.

Piazza Leads After Day 1 in NHC

admin — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 20:43:47 +0000

Powered by a steady stream of nine winners, Dan Piazza, a wealth management advisor from Chicago, leads after the first day of the 26th National Thoroughbred Racing Association National Horseplayers Championship.

April 2025 Western Horseman – Table of Contents

admin — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

On The Cover

Kenyon Bearup of the Vera Earl Ranch. Photography by Jennifer Denison.

Riding the Wave: The Rise of Equestrian Communities

admin — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:27:57 +0000

The Growth of Equestrian Communities: A New Era of Horse-Friendly Living

In recent years, equestrian communities have experienced a surge in popularity, with more people seeking to combine their passion for horses with a rural or suburban lifestyle. These communities are designed specifically for horse owners, offering both a space to live and the facilities to care for their horses.

Natural Disasters Tips

admin — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 17:22:47 +0000

If the weather were perfect year-round with just the right amount of rain, sunshine, heat and cold, more people would likely own livestock. Unfortunately, in our world, the only certain thing about the weather is how unpredictable it can be. Floods, severe storms, wildfires and arctic blasts seem to be occurring more frequently, and if you are not prepared, the consequences could be dire.

Revolutionizing the Equestrian Industry: The Impact of AI on Horse Care, Training, and Competition

admin — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:08:50 +0000

The equestrian industry, steeped in tradition and history, is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize various aspects of horse care, training, and competition. AI-driven technologies are enhancing the way horses are managed, monitored, and trained, leading to improved welfare, performance, and efficiency. From wearable tracking devices to AI-assisted veterinary diagnostics, the integration of smart technology is rapidly shaping the future of equestrianism.

The Young-Outlaw Ranch

admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 19:52:06 +0000

First-generation rancher Josh Young is bringing innovation to his direct-to-consumer operation in North Carolina.

It’s not easy managing a ranch full of animals by yourself, especially when you’re a firefighter full time. It’s even more challenging when you’re building your knowledge base as you build your operation. But Josh Young has figured out a system that allows his livestock to thrive. His place in Dudley, North Carolina, is called Young-Outlaw Ranch, and he raises beef cattle on pasture, finished with local grain, and processed nearby.

Big Fresno Fair Postpones Horse Racing in 2025

admin — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 23:33:33 +0000

The most recent shifts in Northern California horse racing have prompted The Big Fresno Fair board of directors and fair management to make the decision to postpone horse racing in 2025.

Hamm Ready For Next Stage with Top Tier Management

admin — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:40:41 +0000

BH Interview with Tom Hamm

Western Horseman Announces New Editor

admin — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:17:20 +0000

Award-Winning Magazine Maintains Its Standard of Excellence in Welcoming the Newest Member to the Team

FORT WORTH, TEXAS (February 21, 2025) — Western Horseman, the world’s leading horse magazine, announces the appointment of Kristen Schurr as the new editor. Schurr will succeed Amanda Devan, who has played a vital role in the Western Horseman team by guiding the magazine’s direction and enhancing its content with her passion for the equine industry and expertise in agricultural communications.

Thrush

admin — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 19:21:11 +0000

Renowned farrier D. Paul Dorris, CJF, founder and head instructor of the Arkansas Horseshoeing School, shares his insights on thrush to the benefit of novice and veteran horse owners alike. Defining thrush

For those new to horse ownership, knowing what you are dealing with when it comes to thrush can be helpful. Thrush, also known as hoof rot, can be an anaerobic bacterial infection or a fungus, both of which affect the frog of the horse’s hoof.

“It can result in bleeding, or it can eat away the frog,” Dorris says.