Archives for June 2013

by Bobbie Coalter Photos courtesy of Courtney Leasure Editor’s Note: This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. There will be many events honoring this time in our history, including the Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Associations Gettysburg Ride, September 13-15. The Horsemen’s Corral is honored to take part in this event. We will participate in the … [Read more...] about The Battle of Gettysburg & the History of the Civil War Horse

The Promise of Youth. This adorable picture of little cowboy Craig Miller started me thinking about the future of the equine industry. At 22 months this pint size cowboy is all in, but where will he be with horses 22 years from now? Will he be trail riding, competing, training, or maybe graduating from an Equine studies program? Will he still be involved with horses in any way; … [Read more...] about Notes From Inside The Corral (July 2013 issue)

by Eleanor Blazer Is alfalfa best hay for horses? The word alfalfa comes from the Arabic word “alfasfasha”.  Loosely translated it means “the best fodder”. But, is it? Read entire article by subscribing to the Horsemen's Corral. … [Read more...] about Horses and Alfalfa

The EIA Myth: how your equine veterinarian is scamming you! is the latest Kindle book by author, trainer, trader and teacher Don Blazer. “The dangers of EIA (equine infectious anemia) are a made-up crisis designed to keep cash rolling in year after year by requiring a Coggins test on all horses going to public places or crossing state lines,” Blazer says. … [Read more...] about The EIA Myth: How Your Equine Veterinarian is Scamming You