By Stephanie Truhlar Properly cooling down your horse in the cold weather is so important to keeping him healthy. Even though the temperatures drop, and the thought of sweating seems impossible, horses will continue to sweat during exercise, especially if they have their winter coats. Although it may be a very tedious task, an appropriate cool down is necessary to prevent your horse from getting chilled after exercise. Always be prepared with your cooler in the arena or wherever you are riding. Have it in a location where you can easily grab it while mounted on your horse to place on his hind ..read more

with Kinsey Hamilton State Your Horse's Strengths Let the potential buyer know what your horse can do. Is it a show horse or endurance? Riding or halter, english or western? This will cut down on questions later. Be up front about what age group your horse would be suitable for. Is it beginner safe or does it need an advanced rider? Would an adult amateur be a good fit or would it be better for a younger rider? Outline the Pedigree State the horse’s sire, dam, registered name, and age. Provide additional pedigree information if possible. If the horse has any major accomplishments, state them ..read more

By Dr. Ty Wallis Equine Athlete Veterinary Services The summer show season is upon us! And while it brings longer days and time for more shows, it also brings warmer weather and its own set of challenges for you and your horses. Before everyone gets bogged down by the heat, let’s take some time to revisit some common problems show horses encounter during the hotter months of the year and, more importantly, what you can do to prevent them. As with any show environment, proper sports medicine preparation is paramount. We recommend having your horse regularly evaluated by a veterinarian during s ..read more

An annual occurrence in the third week of April, National Volunteer Week is dedicated to recognizing, celebrating, and showcasing those who serve their communities in a variety of ways. This year, AHA Regional Directors submitted volunteers from their region who go above and beyond to promote the Arabian breed within their local communities. Mimi Gaffey Region 1 Mimi Gaffey is a past director, longtime volunteer, and supporter of the Arabian horse! We appreciate all that Mimi does to promote the Arabian breed within her community. Meaghan Shaffer Region 2 Meaghan Shaffer is an active volunt ..read more

Versatility, heritage, and connection are just a few aspects of the Arabian breed that draw Arabian horse devotees to find membership with the Arabian Horse Association. No matter where you are in your Arabian horse journey, AHA has a spot for you. For the Arabian Horse Breeder… Prize Money Programs is the premier program for serious breeders. With three tiers included in the program, there is opportunity to propel your horse to the next level. Find more information about ,Prize Money Programs here. For the Arabian Horse Enthusiast... If you love Arabian horses and want to be apart of the Ara ..read more

Meet an Arabian Horse Month, a celebration dedicated to the sharing, promotion, and education of the Arabian breed, is returning in May of 2022! Meet an Arabian Horse Month has something for everyone, from virtual to in-person participation. The AHA is encouraging Discovery Farms, lesson programs, and clubs to host their own Meet an Arabian Horse Events within their local communities. New this year, event hosts can register their Meet an Arabian Horse Event on the AHA website. Watch the Event Registration Tutorial to register your event. Registered events will be listed publicly on the AHA Ev ..read more

Hippology contests are a great way to introduce and educate youth about the Equine Industry. Covering topics that range from equine care to specific disciplines, competitors will need a wide range of knowledge to be successful at the National level. Preparing and studying for a hippology contest is no easy task. Let’s look at the resources necessary to prepare a team for the Arabian Horse National Hippology Contest. Horse Industry Handbook - A great all-encompassing resource. Chapters cover everything from reproduction to nutrition, barn safety to horse business management. This resource is a ..read more

Learn how to make your Arabian Horse registration as simple and straight forward as possible! Most registrations are quick and easy, but there are a few things you can do to assure an efficient registration process. Complete Markings One of the most common things that hold up registrations is incomplete or missing markings. It's helpful to have pictures of your horse’s markings on hand when you complete the Registration Application. Name Choices Have a few name options, just in case the one you want has already been used. Names choices must be no more than 21 letters/spaces and four parts or ..read more

Meet an Arabian Horse Month, a celebration dedicated to the sharing, promotion, and education of the Arabian breed, is returning in May of 2022! Meet an Arabian Horse Month has something for everyone, from virtual to in-person participation. The AHA is encouraging Discovery Farms, lesson programs, and clubs to host their own Meet an Arabian Horse Events within their local communities. New this year, event hosts can register their Meet an Arabian Horse Event on the AHA website. Watch the Event Registration Tutorial to register your event. Registered events will be listed publicly on the AHA Ev ..read more

Did you know that Arabian horses can compete and excel in Mounted Shooting? Check out this story submitted by Melissa Shaner. ZEE MICHAELANGELO 'Mick' was the first Arabian horse to enter the CMSA (Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association) Futurity. "I have to say I am pretty proud of my team. In 9 short months, my trainer Jared Penley took a purebred Arabian with Reined Cow Horse breeding [...] and remolded him into a high caliber shooting horse" says owner Melissa Shaner. For every run, 'Mick' and Jared finished in the top five, with mere thousandths of a second separating each horse and rider p ..read more