Showjumping rider Donald V. Little, who was in a critical condition after a fall during the Masters Classic at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida, has died.
Monthly Archive: February 2012
Feb
29
Two horses die from rabies in Tennessee
The deaths of two horses from rabies in Tennessee serve as a somber reminder of the importance of vaccination, a health official says.
Feb
29
Murdoch tweets over Rebekah Brooks’ loan horse
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch appears to have come up short on his horse research in a tweet defending one of his former key executives.
Feb
29
New app for US thoroughbred breeding records
The US Jockey Club has launched a new application for the iPad, with users now able to access mare produce records, including global pedigree and race and sale information.
Feb
29
US agency seeks feedback over anti-soring program
A federal agency intends to hold meetings around the United States to get feedback on its horse protection program, which aims to stop soring in the walking horse industry.
Feb
29
Video: Astro’s mud drama makes headlines around globe
It was a simple life-and-death equation. Could rescue workers get 18-year-old Astro free from the deep mud that trapped him before the tide came in?
Feb
29
Extra funds for three Canadian jumping venues
Jump Canada has given $20,000 in Venue Development Funds which will subsidise improvements at three competition facilities.
Feb
29
Jumping finals this weekend in Hawera
New Zealand’s elite show jumpers will be in action in the first of two tests against the Australians at the Show Jumping New Zealand Series Finals Show in Hawera this weekend.
Feb
29
Endurance stalwart named to Canada’s Hall of Fame
Distance rider and official Joan Harris has been inducted into Endurance Canada’s Hall of Fame.
Feb
29
The Good Witch Retires
One of the best American mares in recent times, The Good Witch is finally hanging up her studs and retiring from international competition. With Jennifer Wooten-Dafoe, "Pooh" enjoyed a long, successful Advanced career spanning the country and overseas. Thank you…