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Sunday, December 31, 2017

2017 LUCAS OIL SUPERHORSE CROWNED

Courtesy of American Quarter Horse Association
BFR Igniting Sparks wins the Lucas Oil Superhorse title at the 2017 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show.
Top exhibitors and horses from around the world competed at the 2017 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City. The 2017 Lucas Oil Superhorse Award is the top honor at the Lucas Oil World.

Friday, December 29, 2017

CANCER AND YOUR PETS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Almost everyone has known a friend or loved one who has been affected by cancer. While cancer in humans is definitely prevalent, our pets are also afflicted with this disease.
According to Dr. Heather Wilson, assistant professor of oncology at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, 50 percent of all dogs and 30 percent of all cats over the age of 10 will be diagnosed with some form of cancer.

Wednesday, December 27, 2017

UNDERSTANDING HOT-BLOODED HORSES

Courtesy of Downunder Horsemanship
While the Method works on all types of horses, every horse will require you to vary your approach slightly. I break horses into two broad groups – hot-blooded horses and cold-blooded horses.
Breeds like Arabians, Thoroughbreds and some bloodlines of Quarter Horses tend to be hot-blooded. These horses are generally very reactive, sensitive and intelligent. They love to go and move forward.

Monday, December 25, 2017

SURPRISING THINGS IN YOUR HOUSE THAT ARE GROSSING OUT YOUR GUESTS

Courtesy of Realtor.com
If you’re anything like us, you have the best intentions when entertaining. Nothing but the finest European linens for that guest bedroom! Casually arranged trays of Perrier and Voluspa scented candles at every bedside! A basket of freshly baked muffins each morning!

Saturday, December 23, 2017

SNEDECOR CAPTURES THIRD STEER ROPING GOLD BUCKLE

Courtesy of PRCA
Consistency paid ultimate dividends for veteran steer roper Scott Snedecor. The Fredericksburg, Texas, cowboy won the average with 104.1-second time on nine head which vaulted him to his third world championship at the 2017 Clem McSpadden National Finals Steer Roping at the Kansas Star Arena.

Thursday, December 21, 2017

MR JESS PERRY DIES

Courtesy of American Quarter Horse Association
The Four Sixes Ranch is deeply saddened to report that Mr Jess Perry was laid to rest today, November 15, at the age of 25. “His complications from laminitis, along with his aging body, finally required the tough decision that has been facing me for some time.

Tuesday, December 19, 2017

DEMEL WINS AQHA COLLEGIATE HORSEMANSHIP CHALLENGE

Courtesy of American Quarter Horse Association
Baylor University’s Abbi Demel took home the AQHA Collegiate Horsemanship Challenge champion title at the 2017 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show in Oklahoma City. 

Sunday, December 17, 2017

CONGRATS TO THE 2017 WRCA WORLD CHAMPS

Courtesy of WRCA
It was lucky 13 for Canyon, Texas, cowboy Rodey Wilson and his ranch team.
This year marked Wilson’s 13th qualification for the Working Ranch Cowboys Association’s World Championship Ranch Rodeo.

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

YOUR HORSE ANTICIPATING YOU CAN BE A GOOD THING

Courtesy of Downunder Horsemanship
Anticipation is a common problem that plagues horses in all disciplines, particularly horses that are hot-blooded and sensitive.

Sunday, December 3, 2017

CAN SELLERS BACK OUT OF A HOME SALE? THE 5 TIMES THEY MAY BAIL

Courtesy of Realtor.com
Can a seller back out of a home sale? That’s a question I found myself asking after my own much-anticipated real estate purchase fell through when the seller got cold feet. Luckily, this scenario is fairly rare: Most home sellers are highly motivated to move the transaction along. 

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