Tips for keeping your free arm still
How to help a short forelock grow
How can you help a short forelock grow? I have 3 horses, two of them have super short, thin forelocks that just won’t grow! The third horse has a really …
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SWRHA Bloopers
2018 FEI WEG Host Venue Determined
Tryon International Equestrian Center will be hosting the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games. • Courtesy of TIECMark Bellissimo, managing Partner of Tryon Equestrian Partners (TEP), announced that the Tryon International …
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Scott McCutcheon talks with Joe Schmidt after the SWRHA Open Finals
APHA World Championship Show Live Stream
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Top young trainer, Jimmy Van Der Hoeven has some tips for other young trainers
Joe Schmidt talks SWRHA Walk Trot Circuit Champion, Maggie Nance
Mandy McCutcheon talks with Joe Schmidt after the SWRHA Non Pro Futurity
2016 SWRHA Rookie Challenge Champions
Dont Miss My Guns Crowned Equidia Lyon International Reining Open Champion
Dont Miss My Guns & Gennaro Lendi • Photo by Andrea Bonaga Twenty-one horses took part in the Equidia Lyon International Reining Open on Oct. 29. This is the flagship …
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Allergy Signs in Horses
“I have an 11-year-old Saddlebred gelding. He is a roarer and had a failed tie back surgery years ago. I try to keep his feed moist and am conscious of …
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Common questions about care, custody and control insurance coverage.
Q: I board and train horses I do not own – do I need care, custody and control (CCC) coverage? A: Yes, the intent of care, custody and control insurance …
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SWRHA Open Finalist Gunny Mathison
2016 SWRHA L1 Open Futurity Champion Austin Roush
Co-Champions Take SWRHA Futurity Level 4 Non-Pro
Cade McCutcheon and Whiz My Freckles (left) tied Kelle Smith and Gotta Shiney Whiz (right) for the Futurity Level 4 Non-Pro Championship. Dr. James Morgan, who is kneeling next to …
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Baruch and Salgado Share SWRHA Futurity Open Championships
Loveya and Fernando Salgado (left) scored a 224 to tie Spooks Show Time and Yonathan Baruch (right) for the SWRHA Futurity Levels 4 and 3 Open championships. • Photo by Kristin …
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2016 SWRHA Non Pro Futurity
2016 SWRHA Open Futurity Champions
NRHA Professional, Adam Johnson discusses his team’s ups and downs during the Rookie Challenge
Dany Tremblay talks about his game plan for PS Mega Shine Chic in the SWRHA Open Futurity Finals
2016 Legacy Sale Results
2016 Results 2016 Legacy Sale 2016 Legacy Consignment Sale
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SWRHA Live Stream
Southwest Reining Horse Association Futurity – Coliseum Click here to start streaming! SWRHA – Ancillary Arena Click here to start streaming!
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2016 Legacy Sale Day
Legacy Sale Countdown – Thursday
2016 Legacy Sale Countdown – Wednesday
2016 Legacy Sale Countdown – Tuesday
NRHA Announces 2017 Honorees
For Immediate Release-Oklahoma City, Okla., (10-17-2016) – The voting has been completed and the honorees have been notified! Following the presentation of the Hall of Fame Committee’s recommended nominees, the NRHA …
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Countdown to the Legacy Sale 2016
NRHA Human Interest Feature
Do you have a ‘slide of your life’ story you’d like to share with NRHA? We are looking for engaging and interesting reining stories to pitch to local Oklahoma City …
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Planning Hay Purchases
Purchasing proper hay is a critical management technique that horse owners should master for not only their horse’s wellness but also for their budget’s health. A practical guide to hay …
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Fall Championship Season Awards Millions to American Quarter Horse Owners
American Quarter Horses have the opportunity to earn part of a $48 million payout in some of the industry’s largest and most prestigious competitions this fall. October 6, 2016 The …
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Measures you can take to prevent fires or lessen their impact.
Fire safety for barns – are you prepared? If you ask a group of horse owners what safety issues scare them the most, a large number will tell you it’s …
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The 2016 Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic… Drawing Equine Aces and Top Rated Players
The 2016 Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic … Drawing Equine Aces and Top Rated Players by Christy Egan The 2016 Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic, is in its …
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What NOT to ask when looking for an Assistant Trainer Position
Vegas 2016 Bloopers
What to Put In & What to Put On: Joints
Make a sound investment Your horse’s joints help power his motion, and keeping them healthy is key to keeping him moving comfortably for years to come. However, a study …
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2018 Hall of Fame Nominations
Submit your nominations to the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Class of 2018. Induction into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame is one of the highest honors bestowed …
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What to do when your horse anticipates or is anxious about the turnaround or lead change
NRHA Presents $50,000 Silver Spurs Challenge
The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is pleased to announce an exhilarating reining event that will take place during this year’s NRHA Futurity and Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship. Formally …
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NRHA Futurity Champions and Reserve Champions of the 2000’s
2001 Horse Sire Dam Rider Owner Champion RR STAR Like A Diamond RL Miss Kitty Andrea Fappani Lundin Farm, Del Norte, CO 2001 NRHA Futurity – Open Champion Earning $185,480 …
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NRHA Adds Money to Adequan NAAC
The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) announced that its board of directors has approved the allocation of additional money to the Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship classes held in conjunction …
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2016 NRHA European Derby and Pre-Futurity – Updates and Videos
2016 NRHA European Derby & Pre Futurity – Ancillary Action in Manerbio 2016 NRHA European Derby & Pre Futurity Ancillary Action in Manerbio Manerbio, September 22 – The National Reining …
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2016 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity – Live Feed
From humble beginnings in 1970, with a mere 27 entries, the National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity has flourished into one of the most prestigious and exciting events …
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National Equine Veterinarian Week Kicks Off Sept. 18
SmartPak, Henry Schein Animal Health and the Northeast Association of Equine Practitioners (NEAEP) have partnered to launch National Equine Veterinarian Week™. This special week of recognition will be held Sept. …
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The 2016 NRHA European Derby and Pre-Futurity
Big numbers and great reining expected in Manerbio! The 2016 National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) European Derby & Pre Futurity is opening the doors of the Palasturla Equestrian Center in …
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Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic – Daily News Articles
High Roller Reining Classic Show – Day 1 The 2016 High Roller Reining Classic opened its doors and welcomed the horse world to “come on in” this morning in Las …
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Las Vegas High Roller Reining Classic
Joe Schmidt is back getting the hard hitting facts at the High Roller Reining in Las Vegas.. Politics, religion, pigeons, he covers it all with some of the NRHA’s top …
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Join APHA and be the Judge with their new IQ Video Learning Platform
Be the judge with APHA’s Horse IQ video learning platform In a groundbreaking move, APHA has released an innovative new online exhibitor education platform called Horse IQ. The first of …
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Topsail Whiz NRHA’s First 11 Million Dollar Sire
NRHA Welcomes First 11 Million Dollar Sire: Topsail Whiz Always in a league of his own, Topsail Whiz has made yet another milestone in the world of Reining. The late …
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Show Management Seminar Featured at Tulsa Reining Classic
As part of an effort to improve the reining industry, Pro Management and Global Reining Sport Group partnered to put on a show management seminar at the Tulsa Reining Classic …
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Tulsa Reining Classic
2016 Tulsa Reining Classic Day 1 Coverage with Dany Tremblay, Devin Warren, Courtney Battison, and Todd Arvidson. Ancillary coverage from the 2016 Tulsa Reining Classic. Open class winners along with …
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Protecting Your Horses Knees
Josh Rosenstrater shows us how they protect their horses knees during training at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses.
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USA Para Reining Event at the 2016 50th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress Seeks Participants
By: Lindsay Y. McCall Columbus, Ohio – August 21, 2016 – USA Para Reining event is looking for Para-Equestrians to participate in the USA Para Reining show at the 2016 All …
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Teaching a Horse to Sidepass- Tom McCutcheon
Trail with Will Knabenshue- Cloverleaf Exercise
How to Keep your Horse From Running Off in a Circle
Keeping your Horse in the Spin – Joe Schmidt
National Arabian Reining Horse Association to make Debut at Tulsa High Roller Reining Classic
The National Arabian Reining Horse Association (NARHA) will make its first official appearance at the eighth annual High Roller Reining Classic, Sept. 9-17 at the South Point Equestrian Center in …
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R is for Rehab
Mandy McCutcheon and Emily Moylan give us a behind-the-scenes look at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses, which is home to the Equine Spa and Rehabilitation Center, a state-of-the-art rehab facility in …
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Keeping a Performance Horse Sound in Mind and Body
Team Belgium takes the Gold at the 2016 SVAG FEI World Reining Championships for Seniors
By Simona Diale Though Belgium may be a small country, the Belgian team at the 2016 SVAG FEI World Reining Championships in Givrins, Switzerland, posted a big score to take …
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Scott McCutcheon talks to Cade McCutcheon after his Non-Pro Futurity win at the 2016 NCRHA Futurity and Derby Show
Futurity Champions and Reserve Champions of the 90’s and where they are now
Check out these Stallions that were either Champion, or Reserve Champion NRHA Futurity Winners in the 1990’s and see if you recognize their names today. 1990 Sire Dam Rider Owner …
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2016 NCRHA Futurity and Derby Show Recap
Check out what went on at the 2016 NCRHA Futurity and Derby Show.
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SmartPak and Absorbine Giveaway!
Our Sponsors SmartPak and Absorbine have always been a favorite, and always provide excellent products. They teamed up and decided there will be one lucky winner of the “Every Day …
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Congratulations to Josh Murphy and Tom and Cade McCutcheon’s Big Wins at the 2016 NRCHA Futurity
Written by Molly Montag Twenty-three-year-old Missouri trainer Josh Murphy thought his horse, Got That Iowa Shine, had the talent to do well in the 2016 North Central Reining Horse Association …
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NRHA Time to Ride “Pledge to Take a Friend Riding”
The Bachelorette’s Heartthrob and Horse Enthusiast Luke Pell Teams Up with Time to Ride for New Sweepstakes Campaign “Pledge to Take a Friend Riding” Washington, D.C., August 4th, 2016. – …
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NCRHA Futurity and Derby Show Live Feed
Check out the live broadcast of the NCRHA Futurity and Derby Show provided through Walten Berry Inc. Live Feed
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RMRHA Summer Slide Results and Videos
Brian Bell and Cromed Out Sunset lead the Open Preliminary scoring a 221.5 at the Rocky Mountain Summer Slide RESULTS OPEN FUTURITY PRELIMINARY
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USA Reining 2015 Champions to be Recognized at USEF Reining Championship
The USA Reining Board of Directors has announced that USA Reining will recognize and award its 2015 Year-end winners as part of the opening ceremonies of the USEF Reining Championships, …
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Reiners Giving Back Clinic
Thursday, October 20 2016 Reiners have always been known for their friendly attitudes and generous spirits, but most of all, they are famous for “craving” the sport of Reining, always …
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RMRHA Summer Slide Live Feed
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Tom The Charro!!!
During a recent visit to Mexico, Million Dollar Rider Tom McCutcheon decided to test out his skills as a Charro. Who’s ready for the outfit? Not sure what the future …
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Congratulations to #CINCHteam Rider Jay McLaughlin on becoming the newest NRCHA Million Dollar Rider
Pictured riding the horse that put this #CINCHteam rider over the million-dollar mark, CD Dee Vee Dee (CD Lights x Shiners Missy Jay x Shining Spark), a gelding McLaughlin and …
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Trevor Dare Discusses His Non-Reining Skills
Trevor Dare discusses his hidden talent at the 2016 NRHA Derby
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Thirty More Non Pro Finalists at the 2017 NRBC!
The always innovative National Reining Breeders Classic has done it again! Not only will the 20th NRBC cross the $20 Million payout mark, it will break new ground in …
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#CINCHteam rider Casey Deary wins the 2016 National Reining Horse Association Open Derby Championship
#CINCHteam rider Casey Deary wins the 2016 National Reining Horse Association Open Derby Championship The NRHA Derby is one of the most prestigious, and highest payout shows produced by the …
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NRHA Sire & Dam Congratulates Stallions and Their Owners during the 2016 NRHA Derby
Magnum Chic Dream Immediate Release-July 13,2016- Oklahoma City, Okla. – The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Sire & Dam Program paid out $9,000 to stallions and their owners enrolled in …
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2016 NRHA Derby Bloopers
Safety 1st by Markel, when you’re hot, you’re hot-but how hot is too hot??
Markel has over 50 years of expertise in insuring horses and horse businesses alike. They are firmly committed to the horses and horse industry. You can count on Markel to …
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At the 2016 NRHA Derby A Sparkling Vintage becomes NRHA’s newest million dollar sire
The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is pleased to announce its newest Million Dollar Sire. During the 2016 NRHA Derby, A Sparking Vintage reached the Million Dollar milestone when his …
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2016 NRHA Derby Results & Winning Run Videos
Champion Casey Deary scoring 223.0 for a winning run in the 2016 NRHA Open Derby Finals riding Magnums Starlights C0-Reserve Champion Jason Vanlandingham scoring 222.5 for a 2nd place finish in the 2016 NRHA Open Derby …
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2016 NRHA Derby
Trevor Dare discusses his hidden talent at the 2016 NRHA Derby #CINCHteam rider Casey Deary wins the Open Derby Championships at the 2016 National Reining Horse Association- Oklahoma City, OK …
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Shopping at The New Pard’s
Mark Butzow at the new Pard’s Western Shop in Aubrey, TX shows us a little of what they have to offer in their store.
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Pard’s Grand Opening in Aubrey, TX
Established in the fall of 1968 in Urbana, IL, Pard’s has grown from a very small tack store to a corporation with two stores, a catalog division, a mobile operation …
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How to teach a horse to keep its front end moving during the stop
How to teach a horse to keep its front end moving during the stop Ask Tom Anything is brought to you by Absorbine. Do you have a question you would like …
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8 Types of Reining Spectators
If you have ever watched a reining run, in person or on video, you have undoubtedly taken note of the various whistles, hoots and hollers, shouts, and catcalls that accompany …
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Why is My Horse Rearing with Warwick Schiller
In this horse training video Warwick Schiller discusses the different reasons horses rear and what causes those behaviors. According to Warwick the reason for rearing falls into one of two categories, …
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Road to the 2016 NRHA Futurity
Meet “Boris” and “Josie,” two 3 yr olds in training with NRHA Million Dollar Rider, Tom McCutcheon. Follow these two prospects on their journey to the NRHA Futurity this December. …
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10 Faces All Reiners Will Recognize
As Bon Jovi once said, “I’ve made a million faces/And I’ve rocked them all.” Or…wait. Was that seen a million faces? Either way, we think most reiners will recognize these, …
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How to School A Horse’s Spins in the Show Pen
Tom McCutcheon discusses how to school a horses spins in the show pen This question was asked by Virtual Horse Help member Catherine Brown- Swain. Ask Tom Anything is brought …
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Keeping Your Horse Honest in the Run Downs
NRHA Professional, Scott McCutcheon demonstrates a drill you can use to keep your horse from taking off to its stops.
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Tom McCutcheon on SmartFlex Rehab
Team SmartPak Rider and World Champion Reiner, Tom McCutcheon, talks about why he trusts SmartFlex Rehab for the horses at McCutcheon Equine Rehabilitation Center. Want to give your recovering horse …
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Paperwork for Horse Shows
Emily Moylan of TMRH shows us how she organizes the paperbook for horse shows and what you’ll need.
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How to Keep a Horse From Bucking with Warwick Schiller
In this horse training video Warwick Schiller discusses horses bucking. The primary focus is horses bucking when being started undersaddle, but he also discusses bucking for any other circumstance. He talks …
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How to Wrap a Hind Leg
Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses own Josh Rosenstrater demonstrates how to wrap a hind leg with polo wraps. Its important to make sure the wraps are not too tight and also …
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3 Ways to Wrap a Leg
Josh Rosenstrater shows 3 different ways to wrap a horse’s front legs with polo wraps. Its important not to wrap the leg too tightly and also a piece of tape …
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NRHA Professional of the Year Awards Announced
NRHA Million Dollar Rider Dell Hendricks was named the National Reining Horse Association’s Professional Horseman of the Year for 2015. He was in good company with NRHA Professional Sam Smith …
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Ann Fonck and Roosters Attitude clinch the NRHA European Level 4 Open Futurity Championship
Ann Fonck and Roosters Attitude clinch the NRHA European Level 4 Open Futurity Championship Kreuth, April 23 – The Open finals of the NRHA European Futurity closed the eighth edition …
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2016 NRBC Results and Winning Run Videos
Champion Jason Vanlandingham scoring 231.0 for a winning run in the 2016 NRBC Pro Finals riding Not Ruf At All Reserve Champion Tom McCutcheon scoring 230.0 for a 2nd place finish …
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If the Reining Score System Applied to Everyday Life
The reining score system, for those of us comforted by nice square boxes and basic addition and subtraction, gives us one nice score to end the day on, a recognizable …
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Cody Clock’s Coffee Time
We ran into Cody Clock at the 2016 NRBC and asked him to tell us a little about his business venture outside of the horses, a coffee shop name Coffee …
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2016 National Reining Breeders Classic
2016 Open Finals & Jason Vanlandingham Interview with NRBC Reserve Champion, Tom McCutcheon NRBC L3 Open Champion, Jimmy Van Der Hoeven NRBC Non Pro Finals “JoeWalkin” with Joe Schmidt Joe …
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At What Age Did Tom Start His Professional Career?
Tom talks about when he went out on his own as a professional trainer.
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Four Facilities Apply to Host the 2017 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity
The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) has taken the next step toward selecting the host facility for the 2017 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity, closing the request for proposal (RFP) …
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NRBC Champions 2013-2015: Where Are They now?
2013 Wimpyneedsacocktail & Thiago Boechat Later the same year they were AQHA Sr Reining Reserve World Champions and he is the highest money earning stallion by Wimpys Little Step. He …
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NRBC Champions 2009-2012: Where Are They now?
A look back at prior years NRBC champions Cromed out Mercedes (2009), Boom Shernic (2010), Shine Chic Shine (2011) and Spooks Gotta Whiz 2012 and where they are now. 2009 …
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NRBC Champions 2003-2008: Where Are They now?
A look back at prior years NRBC champions Reminic N Dunit (2003 & 2004), Hit The Lights (2005), Einsteins Revolution (2006), Custom Legend (2007) and Wimpys Little Chic (2008) and …
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NRBC Champions 1998-2002: Where Are They now?
A look back at prior years NRBC champions Mr Boomerjac (1998), Miss Tinseltown (1999), Conquistador Whiz (2000) and Smartest Chic Olena (2001) and Starlights Wrangler (2002) and where they are …
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6 Things All Reiners Have Done At Some Point In Their Career
6 Things All Reiners Have Done At Some Point In Their Career From the professionals down to the rookies, there are a few hallmarks that define a reining career: first …
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What to Look For in a Reining Prospect
Tom McCutcheon discusses what should be considered when purchasing a reining prospect.
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What to Look For In A First Reiner
Tom McCutcheon discusses what should be considered when purchasing a reiner for the first time. This question was asked by Virtual Horse Help member Bryce Clark. Ask Tom Anything …
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GUNNER REACHES EIGHT MILLION DOLLAR SIRE MILESTONE
In less than one year after becoming a National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Seven Million Dollar Sire, NRHA Hall of Fame Inductee Gunner (AQHA Colonels Smoking Gun, APHA Colonels Smokingun) …
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Time to Ride Challenge to Return with New Incentives in 2016
The grassroots competition grew by more than 60% in 2015. Washington, D.C., February 16, 2016 – The Time to Ride Challenge, a contest offering $100,000 in cash and prizes, will take …
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FFA and 4H Horse Judging
The local Aubrey 4H Club and FFA visit the ranch to practice horse judging and watch reining patterns completed by ranch staff. We speak with some of the participants about …
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The Hearing Aid Challenge
Watch “The Hearing Aid Challenge” with some of the horse trainers at Tom McCutcheon Reining horses.
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Smartpak’s Ask the Vet: Episode 2
Smartpak just released the 2nd episode in their new “Ask the Vet” series, this episode includes preventing thrush, anemia, must haves in your equine first aid kit, ulcer treatment and …
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Baby Cam @ Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses
Prepare for cuteness overload as we check out the 2016 foals at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses.
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Circling Your Horse – Tom McCutcheon
Tom talks about how he positions his body while loping his fast and small circles as if he is showing. Tom also goes over how he keeps his horses relaxed …
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Describing Reining Maneuvers to Your Non-Horsey Friends
All of us who ride and show reining horses — from the open champion to the rookie amateur — are ambassadors for the sport in our daily lives. While it’s …
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Baby Cam @ Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses
Prepare for cuteness overload as we check out the 2016 foals at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses.
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Time to Ride Challenge to Return with $100,000 in Cash & Prizes
Time to Ride Challenge to Return with New Incentives in 2016 The grassroots competition grew by more than 60% in 2015. Washington, D.C., February 16, 2016 – The Time to Ride …
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#RideForOlivia The Power of Social Media
Just three days after 17-year-old rising equestrian star Olivia Inglis was crushed to death by her beloved horse Coriolanus in a freak riding accident the hashtag #RideForOlivia created in her …
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Wild Card Reining Challenge: 5/25-5/29
Colt Starting Series with Sarah Dawson
Colt Starting Part 1 – Sarah Dawson Sarah Dawson is a well known colt starter and competed in The Road to the Horse. Sarah talks about how she starts to work …
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Cactus Reining Classic 2016 Results
Champion Andrea Fappani’s scoring 230.0 for a winning run in the Cactus Reining Classic Open Derby riding Platinum Vintage Cactus Reining Classic Lucas Oil Open Derby Results Money Place Horse’s …
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Smartpak’s Ask the Vet: Episode 2
Smartpak just released the 2nd episode in their new “Ask the Vet” series, this episode includes preventing thrush, anemia, must haves in your equine first aid kit, ulcer treatment and …
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2016 Cactus Reining Classic
The Cactus Reining Classic held its first event in 2005 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Since then the attendance and prize money has grown to become one of NRHA’s top 20 annual …
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2016 NRCHA World’s Greatest Horseman & Celebration of Champions
At the NRCHA Celebration of Champions, the NRCHA World Championship Show presented by John Deere features the top horses and riders from each of the NRCHA’s eight geographic regions competing …
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NRCHA World Show Photo Gallery
Enjoy these photos from behind the scenes at the National Reined Cow Horse Association Celebration of Champions & World’s Greatest Horseman!
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Testimonial Bloopers
During some interviews, it takes more than one time to get the desired result due to human error. This time it was more about the horse having fun. Watch this …
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2016 Winter Slide Open Derby
We go behind-the-scenes for the 2015 year end awards presentation and interview Franco Bertolani riding Lil Sadie Revolution about their L4 Open Derby Championship!
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2016 Cinch Fashion Show
Cinch is a proud sponsor of Virtual Horse Help and the crew got to attend the 2016 January WESA Market in Denver, CO. This video features men’s and woman’s fall …
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New Year’s resolutions
What is your New Year’s Resolution? Today, we take you behind the scenes to see what some of ours are this year! If you don’t have a resolution yet, you …
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The making of Hot Line Bling
Watch this video and see some possibly embarrassing moments while filming Hot Line Bling here at the ranch. Some of the best parts are at the very end!
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Tom and Dell answer more member questions
Tom McCutcheon and Dell Hendricks answer more questions in part 2 of this segment. One member asks, “What do I do with my two horses that are having problems with …
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Team TMRH Presents…
Watch this funny video of the staff at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses cutting loose and reading the lyrics to “Hotline Bling” and dancing. Watch till the very end to see …
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VHH Special: Meet the Visser Family!
Meet the Visser family! You may know Josh as an NRHA Professional and Carri as the owner and creative mind behind “The Show Pad” where she designs custom show blankets. Virtual …
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Member Question: Preparing young horses for training
Virtual Horse Help member writes: When working with weanlings and yearlings what do you do to prepare them for getting started? ie. lunging, tying, etc. Joe Schmidt, a trainer at …
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Tom and Dell answer user questions
Watch this video as Tom McCutcheon and guest speaker Dell Hendricks answer member questions about choosing a reining stallion for breeding and advice on dealing with lead changes during a …
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2015 National Finals Rodeo
“This year’s Wrangler National Finals Rodeo is truly a special occasion as they celebrate 30 years in Las Vegas. In the decades that have come and gone, world champions have …
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2015 NCHA Futurity
On May 1, 1946 the National Cutting Horse Association was formed by a group of cowboys and ranchers with the main goals of promoting cutting competition, standardizing contest rules, and …
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Crib Crashers
Virtual Horse Help tours the “cribs” of popular and well-known equine facilities to show you what makes them unique. Episode 3 This episode features Hendricks Reining Horse in Tioga, TX …
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Todd Bergen’s First Go
Todd Bergen talks about his first run with Walla Whiz Affair and with Platinum Vintage.
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50th Anniversary NRHA Futurity
Exhibitors planning to attend this pinnacle event will vie for estimated total cash, purse and prizes of more than $2 million! Continue to follow Virtual Horse Help for coverage of …
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Walking in Water
The Equine Therapy Centre at Hartpury College in Gloucestershire, UK recently concluded a study about the use of underwater treadmills when used in the conditioning and rehab of performance horses. …
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Member Question: Lunging Troubleshooting
Member Question: Lunging Troubleshooting Anna L writes: Hello there, I have a 4 year old QH mare who I am training to do English and I have hit a wall. …
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Jason Vanlandingham is NRHA newest million dollar earning rider
“NRHA Professional Jason Vanlandingham recently reached what many riders consider the “crowning achievement” in an NRHA competitor’s reining career when his NRHA earnings topped the million dollar mark….” Read …
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2015 APHA World Show
Since the first APHA champions were crowned in 1966, the APHA World Show has been am esteemed destination for paint horse owners in both english and western disciplined events. Join …
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SWRHA Creates Carla Clay Award To Begin in 2015
SWRHA Creates Carla Clay Award To Begin in 2015 Oct 21, 2015 “The Award to the High Point Youth has been begun in honor of former SWRHA Board member Carla …
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2015 Southwest Reining Horse Assoc. Futurity & Show
The SWRHA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the Reining Horse. The association is an affiliate of and adheres to the guidelines of the National Reining Horse …
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VHH Bloopers: 2015 Legacy Sale
Jim McCutcheon, Jason Vanlandingham, Khris Crowe, Scott McCutcheon and Ron Thompson talk about why they like the Legacy Sale.
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Coverage at the 2015 Legacy Sale
The Legacy Reining Breeders and Consignment Sale is fast approaching and has long been known to produce successful performance and breeding stock. Since it’s inauguration in 2001, the most notable …
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Smarter Stall Rest by SmartPak
When you get injured, you know to take it easy. Unfortunately, your horse can’t read a doctor’s note. That’s why veterinarians often recommend restricting movement to help your horse …
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2015 Waco Warm-Up Series 3
The Warm Up Series is a series of three reining shows hosted by the Extraco Events Center in Waco Texas. Reiners are constantly training in order to increase their skill, …
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2015 International in Denver
With an effort to support the sport of Reining locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, The International offers segments of each level of competition in a way that is unparalleled in …
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High Roller Reining Classic 2015
Join us at the High Roller Reining Classic 2015 for behind the scenes coverage from Las Vegas, Nevada! Find out what NRHA Pro is the go-to guy for fun activities …
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Extreme Mustang Makeover 2015
Behind the scenes & up close & personal with the competitors at the Extreme Mustang Makeover 2015! Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help’s Lindsey McCutcheon takes you behind the scenes of …
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Tulsa Reining Classic 2015
Ride with us at the Tulsa Reining Classic, 2015! Stay tuned for more behind the scenes coverage & official Livin’ On Tulsa Time Daily Recaps with Kat Paschal & Joe …
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Exclusive: We Unveil The New CINCH Ladies Line
Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help teams up with sponsor CINCH to bring you an exclusive look at the all new CINCH line for women! See it here first from Brenda …
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Championship Week in Lexington Kentucky 2015
Join us behind the scenes at the USHJA Pre-Green Incentive Program Championships & the USHJA International Hunter Derby, 2015, from the Kentucky Horse Park! Go behind the scenes with …
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NCHA Summer Spectacular Interviews
Hear from the Open & Non Pro Derby Champions & other finalists of the NCHA Summer Spectacular 2015 from the cutting pen floor. Kyle Manion talks his Gelding Championship …
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IEA Western National Finals Wrap Up
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NRHA Derby 2015 Interviews
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NRHA Awards Banquet Interviews 2015
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Quarter Horse News Charity Golf Tournament
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West Coast Reining Horse Association
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APHA Founder Rebecca Tyler Lockhart Passes
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SWRHA Rookie Day 2015 Interviews
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After One Length Victory At Kentucky Derby Top Contenders Look to Preakness
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Ask Tom McCutcheon Anything!
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Results National Reining Breeders Classic 2015
NRBC OPEN CLASSIC PRELIMS RESULTS ORDERED BY SCORE: CLICK HERE Directly below are the results for the 2nd section of the Open Classic Prelims at the 2015 National Reining Breeders …
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NRBC 2015 Interviews
Find out what the riders, trainers, owners, sponsors, & spectators have to say about everything from their runs, to advice on how to go pro, to information on NRHA affiliates …
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NRBC LIVE WEBCAST
{module_adrotator,12287} 2015 National Reining Breeders Classic LIVE WEBCASTS DRAWS FOR SUNDAY APRIL 19th, 2015 COLISEUM 8 am – NRBC Non Pro Classic Challenge, $5K Non pro [2], Int. Non Pro …
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Texas Pre Green Announces Stallion Nomination Program
“After three successful years producing the Texas Pre-Green Super Stake Series, the Super Series Group partners have recently introduced the Texas Hunter Breeding Super Series. Marrying the benefits of both …
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Member Q & A Episode II
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Nutrena® Para-Reining Event Returns to Kentucky Reining Cup
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Jay McLaughlin rides Blind Sided to victory at the 2015 NRCHA Open Stakes Championship
Jay McLaughlin rode Blind Sided to victory at the 2015 NRCHA Open Stakes Championship in Las Vegas, NV. Blind Sided (Peptoboonsmal x Lil Miss Shiney Chex x Shining Spark), shown by …
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Exclusive: Rod Patrick Bootmakers Unveils New EverSole With The Rider In Mind
Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help brings you an exclusive first look at the new EverSole™ from Rod Patrick Bootmakers. This new innovative sole designed with the rider in mind is an …
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SmartPak Unveils New Fly Spray That Will OutSmart Flys
For smart riders who want the best for their horses, OutSmart™ Fly Spray is a new generation insect repellent effective against house flies, stable flies, mosquitoes, and ticks. Engineered to …
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More Money Added To The APHA World Show
” Nearly $80,000 has been added to reining, cutting and working cow horse classes at the 2015 APHA World Championship Show. When added to the existing $50,000 Farnam Pleasure Stakes payouts …
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Cactus Reining Classic Behind The Scenes
Come behind the scenes with us at the 2015 Cactus Reining Classic!
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The American 2015 with Barrel Racer Michele McLeod
Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help had the honor of attending the 2015 RFD-TV’s The American, presented by Polaris Ranger, as media on behalf of our sponsor SmartPak. We went behind …
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Markel AQHA Cowtown Showdown
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Corey Cushing Talks Earning 2015 Worlds Greatest Horseman Title
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World’s Greatest Horseman Rein Work Prelims Interviews
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World’s Greatest Horseman Herd Work Prelims Action
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NRCHA Celebration of Champions Backstage Pass Day One
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Newborn Foals Give Clues to Autism
University of California at Davis researchers have discovered surprising clues to a newborn foal syndrome & intriguing similarities to childhood Autism in humans. Video courtesy of UC Davis Today. Join …
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Texas Tech’s Horse Midnight Matador Passes Away
Midnight Matador, Texas Tech University’s longest-serving horse, passed away Tuesday, February 3rd, due to complications from colic surgery. Midnight Matador worked 10 seasons with 11 masked riders in the saddle. Our …
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Equine Massage Certification Clinic Comes To Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses, Inc.!
Start 2015 off right! Get certified in equine massage therapy by Greg Gage of Therasage EMC. Greg Gage, C.M.T., E.S.M.T., is the one Tom McCutcheon & Tim McQuay trust to …
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Live Webcast NRCHA Celebration of Champions & Worlds Greatest Horseman
{module_adrotator,12031} Click here for Complete Results DRAWS: Aaron Ranch Cow Horse Classic ~ Open Derby Draw Aaron Ranch Cow Horse Classic Derby ~ Non Pro Derby Draw Aaron Ranch Cow …
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2015 Foal Just Born: Gunners Special Nite x Belle Starr Dun It
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Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses: A Flying Look
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NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity 2014 – A Look Back
Check out some of our favorite times from the National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity 2014!
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Favorite Clips From 2014 Volume I
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Charlotte Dujardin’s World Record Breaking Freestyle Test at London Olympia!
Charlotte Dujardin, of Great Brittan, and horse Valegro, beat their own World Record in the Grand Prix Freestyle Wednesday during the Reem Acra FEI World Cup™ competition at The London …
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NRHA Futuirty ’14: Open Finals Highlight Reel
Highlights from runs during the National Reining Horse Association Open Futurity Finals 2014!
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NRHA Futurity: World Championship Shootout Highlights!
Go behind the scenes & down on the dirt for the drama & excitement of the National Reining Horse Association Million Dollar Riders Ceremony & Open World Championship Shootout at …
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NRHA Futurity ’14: The Inaugural Para Reining Class!
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NRHA Futurity ’14: Action & Interviews – Open Finals
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NRHA Futurity 14 – Open Finals Section 1 Rider Interviews
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NRHA Futurity Open & Non Pro Draw Parties
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NRHA Futurity ’14: Non Pros Talk Prelims
National Reining Horse Association Non Pros talk with Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help about their preliminary runs & more at the 2014 Futurity! For more of our NRHA Futurity 2014 …
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NRHA Futurity ’14: Andrea Fappani On Semifinals With Comandador Whiz
Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help talks with Andrea Fappani about his run on Comandador Whiz in the semifinals at the National Reining Horse Association Futurity 2014. Andrea & Comandador Whiz …
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How The Open Qualifying Works & What It Takes To Make It To Semi-finals At The NRHA Futurity
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NRHA Futurity 2014: Open Riders Talk First Go-Round
Hear Open riders Jordan Larson, Craig Schmersal, & Tom McCutcheon discuss their runs in the first go-round of the 2014 NRHA Futurity & what their plans are going into the second go. Watch …
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Martin Larcombe On Leading the 2014 NRHA Futurity First Go
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Bloopers: NRHA Futurity 2014 Part I
With the 1st section of the #NRHAFuturity Open Prelims a little over 12 hours away isn’t it time for a few laughs from today?
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2014 NRHA Futurity: Are You Ready To Show?
Professionals & Owners of the 2014 National Reining Horse Association Futurity talk about readiness to show & preparation with less than 24 hours until the start of the Open Preliminaries! …
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NRHA Futurity Set Up & Why We Do It With NRHA Pro Sebastian Petroll
NRHA Professional Sebastian Petroll talks about why we go to such great lengths to build elaborate stall fronts at the NRHA Futurity & we show you around some of the …
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ASK AN NRHA FUTURITY QUESTION!
Tell us what you want to know about the 2014 National Reining Horse Association Futurity! Let us know what you’d like to hear about from the professional riders, their staff, …
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Open Riders Talk NRHA Futurity 2014 – Part II
Someone kicks back in their bus watching “Real Housewives of ____________”, someone shows in two different colored socks, they all want you to know how special the NRHA Futurity truly …
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Open Riders Talk NRHA Futurity 2014 – Part I
Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help talks with some your National Reining Horse Association Professionals today about nerves, their pre-ride rituals, their Futurity survival methods, & they’re giving out some advice …
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Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes Rider Interviews: Beam & Peck
Julie Cleveland Beam talks about her ride on Indy & Therese Peck tells us about her trip on MTM On Board during the Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes Final Chase Stake …
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Bob Brawley Talks Coaching Hunters & Jumpers
Bob Brawley, of Brawley Farms, Inc., talks with Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help about the hunter/jumper industry, his love of coaching, the biggest influence in his life growing up with …
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USHJA $10,000 International Hunter Derby Live Webcast
Join us here on November 15, 2014, beginning at 5:30 PM Central time for a live webcast of the 2014 Final Chase $10,000.00 USHJA International Hunter Derby! THERE WILL BE …
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Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes – Final Chase Stake Morning
We spoke with show manager Patrick Rodes & amateur Didi Mackenzie during this morning’s Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes 3′ class. The 3’3″ Stake class is underway now with more on …
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Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes: Interviews Before the Show!
Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes: Interviews Before the Show! We talk with riders Liza Richardson & Julie Beam, & Great Southwest Equestrian Center Manager Sean Brown. Make sure to tune in …
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Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes Series Final Championship Live Webcast
The exclusive Live Webcast of the 2014 Texas Pre-Green Super Stakes Series $25,000.00 Final Championship will be available to our members here on November 14, 2014, beginning at 4:00 …
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SWRHA Futurity 2014 L4 Non Pro & L4 Open Champion Interviews
Southwest Reining Horse Association Futurity 2014 L4 Non Pro & L4 Open Champion Interviews: Mandy McCutcheon & Martin Larcombe. NRCHA & NRHA Professional Horsewoman, Erin Taormino, interviews Mandy McCutcheon, SWRHA …
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SWRHA Futurity 2014 – Daily Interviews, News, & Views 10/23
Southwest Reining Horses Association Futurity 2014 – daily news, interviews, & behind the scenes views for Thursday, October 23, 2014. See what Tom McCutcheon is up to first thing in …
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SWRHA Futurity 2014 Draws, Results, & Live webcast
Click on the links below for Southwest Reining Horse Association 2014 Futurity draws, results & the live webcast! Draws Results Live Webcast by Waltenberry, Inc.
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SWRHA Daily Rider Interviews, News, & Views – 10/22/14
Southwest Reining Horse Association Futurity 2014 – daily interviews, news, & behind the scenes views for Wednesday, October 22, 2014. Hear from Casey Deary, Josh Visser, Tom McCutcheon, Dell Hendricks, …
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2014 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale Success
The 2014 Legacy Reining Breeders sale drew a larger crowd than ever before with buyers flying in from all over the world & buying over the phone internationally as well. …
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Legacy Reining Breeders Sale 2014 – Wrap Up
Tim McQuay, Mandy & Tom McCutcheon, & Dell Hendricks wrap up the 2014 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale for us. They show us their favorite moments of this year’s sale, what …
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Legacy Sale 2014 – Tour at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses
If you didn’t make it to the riding horse preview for the Legacy Reining Breeders Sale at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses today take a look at this video giving you …
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Legacy Sale 2014 – Mandy on the History and Success of the Sale
The 2014 Legacy Sale is almost underway, hear from Mandy McCutcheon and see the crew at work setting up for the sale! Join us tomorrow at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses …
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Legacy Sale 2014 – Gunny Mathison & Britt Jones
We talked with both Gunny Mathison, commentator of the Legacy Reining Breeders Sale Riding Preview, & Britt Jones, Thomas Moore Feeds representative, about this year’s Legacy Sale.
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Frank Costantini for Markel Equine Insurance at Legacy Reining Breeders Sale 2014
Frank Costantini, of Markel Horse, the insurance agency with horse sense, talks with Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help at the 2014 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale! For more information on Markel …
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2014 Legacy Sale – Interview With The Founders
We talk to Tom McCutcheon, Tim McQuay, and Dell Hendricks all about the Legacy Sale, how it got started and how far its come.
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Legacy Reining Breeders Sale Founders Interview
In 2012, Tim McQuay, Dell Hendricks, and Tom McCutcheon discuss the Legacy Reining Breeders Sale and how it all began.
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Legacy Sale ’14 – Dr. Pat Garrett Talks Pre-Purchase Exams At Sale
Veterinarian, Dr. Pat Garrett, talks with us about pre-purchase exams available on-site at the 2014 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale. Dr. Pat Garrett shooting some mobile x-rays today for pre-purchase films at …
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Joao Marcos Previews the 2014 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale
Mr. Joao Marcos, owner of Cardinal Ranch, talks with Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help about preparations for the 2014 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale.
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NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Sales Official Photos
2014 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity Sales official photos will be available to view & order very soon. Photos including Incentive Awards, High Sellers, photos of horses …
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NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Schedule, Draws, Scores: Reno, Nevada, 2014
2014 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity Schedule LINK TO DRAWS: NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Draws Live Webcast by Equine Promotion available at NRCHA.com LINK TO SCORING/RESULTS: …
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NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity 2014: Open Finals Interviews
Kelby Phillips and his ride on Hooha Tucker Robinson talks about his ride in the Open Finals Kyle Trahern on his ride with Metallic Masterpiece Todd Bergen talks Open Futurity …
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NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity 2014: Garth Gardiner Talks Gardiner Quarter Horses, Inc.
Garth Gardiner, who owns Gardiner Quarter Horses, Inc., with his wife Amanda, talks with Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help about the great opportunities & blessings they have had in the …
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Heritage Futurity Live Stream and Draws
Friday NH NP Friday Intermediate Horse Open Friday men women Friday Open’s Friday Rookies_AQ Friday Non Pro’s Thursday NH Open’s AQHA Thursday Green Reiner Thursday NP’s Thursday TRHA_STRHA
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NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity 2014: Day 11
The days are flying by here in Reno at the 2014 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity but there is still a lot of great horse showing to see! Ben Baldus talks …
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Chris Dawson Talks Open Prelim Run Down The Fence on Sushi Boss
Chris Dawson talks to Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help directly after his run in the cow work today on Sushi Boss. With a composite score of 652: 216.5 in the …
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Dressage At Devon, Capital Challenge, & L.A. Masters Grand Prix CSI 5* Live Steaming Today
The USEFNetwork is webcasting Dressage At Devon & The Capital Challenge Horse Show live all day today, Sunday, September 28, 2014! For Dressage At Devon LIVE webcast, click HERE. For The Capital Challenge …
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NRCHA Reno Wrap Up September 27, 2014
Saturday, September 27th, was yet another action packed day at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center, home of the 2014 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity! Here’s you daily #RenoWrapUp featuring …
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2014 USEF National Open Horse Trial Champion Crowned
Buck Davidson Jumps to 2014 USEF National Open Horse Trial Championship Title on Petite Flower “Clear rounds were the order of the day at the Texas Rose Horse Park over …
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NRCHA Reno Wrap Up September 26, 2014
What a day of Rein Work in Reno at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity! Check out the best of the best from day 5 & what they had to say! …
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In The Winner’s Circle: Chris Dawson
NRCHA Professional Horseman, Chris Dawson & his fiance, NRCHA Professional Sarah Winters, visit with Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help at their ranch in Oklahoma & gave us a demonstation …
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NRCHA Reno Wrap Up: September 24
The Herd Work preliminaries are now complete at the National Reined Cow Horse Association 2014 Snaffle Bit Futurity, Reno, Nevada. Here’s your video Reno Wrap Up for Sept. 24, 2014 & …
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NRCHA Reno Wrap Up September 25, 2014
Today was a busy day in Reno at the 2014 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity! Check out the official NRCHA Reno Wrap Up Video & enjoy some …
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2014 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Reno Wrap Up: 9/22 & 9/23
The National Reined Cow Horse Association 2014 Snaffle Bit Futurity kicked off in Reno, Nevada, on Monday, September 22nd & continued on the 23rd with the Open Herd Work prelims. …
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A Sparkling Vintage Has Great Success As A Sire At The High Roller Reining Classic
A Sparkling Vintage, owned by Harper Conner and Petra Zeitler-Connor, has had great success with outstanding offspring. Vintage himself has L.T.E. of $82,516 with offspring earnings of $514,000+. As the …
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Tom McCutcheon: The Whizter & Dont Miss My Guns HRRC Success
2014 High Roller Reining Classic, Las Vegas, Nevada: Tom McCutcheon & The Whizter, owned by Turnabout Farm, were Reserve Champions in the Whizkey N Diamonds L4 Open Stakes, & placed 3rd in …
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High Roller Reining Classic: Open Derby/Stakes Finals Live Score
Click here to watch the live stream Click here for the draws for section 2 LUCAS OIL OPEN DERBY FINALS LEVEL 4 & WHIZKEY N DIAMONDS STAKES LEVEL 4: Please …
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Cade McCutcheon – Working Hard At Home While His Parents Are Showing In Vegas
While Tom And Mandy McCutcheon are riding at the High Roller Reining Classic in Las Vegas Cade is still at home going to school, playing baseball and basketball, and riding …
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High Roller Reining Classic Non Pro Futurity Results – All Levels
High Roller Reining Classic, Las Vegas, Nevada, Non Pro Futurity Results – All Levels
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High Roller Reining Classic: Wednesday Highlights and Results
The High Roller Reining Classic is one big show, with a lot of different events to compete in. Here are some of the highlights and results from the Open Maturity …
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High Roller Reining Classic: Non Pro Derby Scores
Scores of the Non Pro Whizkey N Diamonds Stakes & Protect The Harvest Derby at the High Roller Reining Classic in Las Vegas, Nevada. Watch the Live feed here Section …
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High Roller Reining Classic Non Pro Derby & Stakes Finals Recap
The Whizkey N Diamonds Non Pro Stakes & Protect The Harvest Non Pro Derby Finals at the 2014 High Roller Reining Classic, Las Vegas, Nevada, was full of talent, beauty, …
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Texas A&M Equestrian Ranked 8th In National Poll
“The Texas A&M women’s equestrian team was tabbed Tuesday as No. 8 in the country in the 2014-15 National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA) poll preseason rankings, as determined by the …
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Shawn Stratman on her Rookie Prime Time Reserve Championship
Shawn Stratman rode Katy Dun It in Las Vegas and achieved the Rookie Prime Time Reserve Championship! Shawn is such a hard worker and cares so much about the horses …
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WEG 2014: Final Ride – Team USA Interviews
Steve Ross went behind-the-scenes to interview some of the riders after their performance Saturday night. Mandy McCutcheon – Yellow Jersey Andrea Fappani – Custom Cash Advance Troy Heikes – Lil …
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WEG 2014: Man on the Street Interview with Steve Ross
Steve Ross went on the streets of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy France to talk to some of the people involved with the games. Part Two Part …
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Inside the Tulsa Reining Classic – Friday 8/29
Come behind the scenes with us at the 2014 Tulsa Reining Classic for rider interviews, barn talk, & a down on the dirt perspective! Friday, August 29, 2014 edition. Join …
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WEG 2014: Troy Heikes on Showing in the 2nd Qualifying Round
Troy Heikes showed today for his second chance to get into the final round of the individual competition at the World Equestrian Games. With a score of 220, Troy made …
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Trying to Make Everyone At Home Proud is A Lot of Pressure – Jordan Larson on his Experience at the WEG
Jordan Larson, a member of Team U.S.A. Reining’s 2014 gold medal team, talks about his experience at the World Equestrian Games, his horse HF Mobster, and how he handles the …
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WEG 2014: TEAM USA WINS GOLD
Team U.S.A. won the gold medal at the World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France! Congrats to Jordan Larson and HF Mobster, Shawn Flarida and Spooks Gotta Whiz, Mandy McCutcheon and …
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Team USA Reiners Feel Pressure Just Like Everyone Else
If you’ve ever wanted to see behind-the-scenes of world class reiners and what they do just minutes before walking into the show pen ride with us and watch the USA …
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NRHA Pre-Ride Rituals Part I – Tulsa Reining Classic
Behind the scenes at the Tulsa Reining Classic, National Reining Horse Association professionals (& a non pro giving away a secret of her professional trainer husband’s) tell us what their …
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WEG 2014: Andrea Fappani In Normandy
Andrea Fappani talks with Virtual Horse Help about what it is like to be on a team as a reiner instead of being an individual competitor.
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WEG 2014: Talking with Team USA
We hear from Shawn Flarida, Troy Heikes, Dun Get A Nicadual’s Owner Jennifer Marley, and Mandy McCutcheon about how the World Equestrian Games is going so far and about how …
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Tulsa Reining Classic Reiners Wish Good Luck To Team USA!
The reiners schooling at the Tulsa Reining Classic today send their best to Team USA at the World Equestrian Games! With commentary by past Team USA Reining members, Dell Hendricks …
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First Look at the Team USA Reiners in France
The start of the week in Normandy begins with riding your horse, hanging out with your team, and having some fun!
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WEG 2014: Team USA Horses Head to Normandy
The Team USA Reining Horses traveled from JayKay Farm to Normandy, France where they will stay the remainder of the reining competition for the World Equestrian Games.
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WEG 2014: Pre Games at JayKay Farm
The riders and horses spent a couple of days of riding at JayKay Farm located near Paris.
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Gunners Special Nite’s Message To Team USA Reining
Gunners Special Nite, 2010 World Equestrian Games Individual & Team Gold Medalist with Tom McCutcheon & Team U.S.A., & 2010 USEF Horse Of The Year, has a special message for …
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WEG 2014: Team USA Reining Riders Arrive at JayKay Farm
Team U.S.A. Reining riders arrived at JayKay Farm in Paris, France on Tuesday; they were a little jet lagged but they were all very happy to be reunited with their …
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WEG 2014: Meet the Grooms
The grooms are the people behind-the-scenes who take care of the horses morning and night. Meet Team U.S.A. Reining’s grooms that work so hard & join us in thanking them …
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Ask Team U.S.A. Reining!
Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help is in France traveling with the Team & we are giving our members the chance to ask them about their WEG experience! Instructions: Fill out …
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Let’s Go To France: WEG 2014 Team USA Reining Riders Depart!
Tom, Mandy, Cade, & Carlee McCutcheon, & Tim McQuay leave for France & the World Equestrian Games 2014! They meet up with the other Team U.S.A. Reining riders at Dallas …
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Journey to the WEG – Traveling Overseas With Horses
Team USA Reining has arrived safely in France! Here is a look at the journey we took to get here. Custom Cash Advance and Andrea Fappani, Spooks Gotta Whiz and …
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5 Reasons Horse Trainer Dads are the Best
Horse trainer dads, like Tom McCutcheon, are special guys who work really hard in the barn, but also play hard at home with their kids like Carlee and Cade McCutcheon. …
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Throwback Thursday – Team USA At the 2010 WEG
#TBT We are so excited to be going to the 2014 World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France! To get geared up we are throwing back to our videos from the 2010 …
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Team USA Reining Schedule – 2014 World Equestrian Games
WEG 2014: Tom Previews the Show
Tom talks about his preparations for his horse Dun Git A Nicadual and the rest of his hopes for the World Equestrian Games.
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Throwback Thursday – Leaving for the 2010 WEG
#TBT Tom, Mandy, and Carlee leave for the 2010 WEG
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Team USA Reining Schedule
Therasage EMC – Greg Gage, C.M.T., E.S.M.T.
Greg Gage, C.M.T., E.S.M.T., owner of Therasage EMC, is the one Tom McCutcheon & Tim McQuay trust to help keep their horses in the best shape possible both at home …
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Isabell Silverstolpe on the Swedish Reining Team for the World Equestrian Games
One of our very own trainers at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses, Isabell Silverstolpe, is on the Swedish Reining Team for the World Equestrian Games! We are so proud of her …
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Jason Vanlandingham and Not Ruf At All
Jason Vanlandingham talks about his winning run on Not Ruf At All in the Open Derby finals. Click HERE to find out what Jason had to say back when he …
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Schmersal Reining Horses
We talk to Craig, Nick and Ginger Schmersal about their week at the NRHA Derby in Oklahoma City.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Larson Performance Horses
We talk with both Jordan and Taylor Larson about their week at the Derby and their preparations for the World Equestrian Games with HF Mobster.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Carlee McCutcheon in the Short Stirrup
Carlee rode Get Juiced or “Jose” in the Short Stirrup competition at the NRHA Derby. She did a great job and had a lot of fun!
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Gunny Mathison and Snap Dun The Bases
Cade and Gunny talk about Gunny’s horse in the Open Derby Snap Dun The Bases.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Arno Honstetter
Cade talks with Arno Honstetter about his horses in the Open Derby, Colonels Splashy Gun, and Surpriseinadarkalley.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Tom and The Wizster
Cade talks to Tom about his run this morning on The Wizster.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Steve De Frang and Senbars Gotta Gun
Cade talks with Steve about his ride in the Open Derby on Senbars Gotta Gun
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Sebastian Petroll and Gunsmokes TNT
Cade and Sebastian talk about Sebastians ride on Gunsmokes TNT today in the Open Derby Prelims
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Rider Interview Bloopers
Cade had some fun interviewing the Open Riders at the 2014 NRHA Derby. These guys may be cool in the arena but once you get them on camera they let …
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Craig Schmersal on the Open Derby Prelims
Cade talks with Craig Schmersal about his runs on Maggie Jac Whiz, King Of The Coast and What A Wave.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Casey Deary on the Open Prelims
Cade and Casey Deary talk about his rides on Americasnextgunmodel, Freckles got Ashiner, and KR Billy Bob.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Tom and Dont Miss My Guns
Tom talks about his ride with Dont Miss My Guns in the Open Derby. He also talks about his hopes for his horse The Wizster tomorrow in the second round, …
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Sebastian Petroll and Whiz N Tuck
Sebastian Petroll talks about his ride on Whiz N Tuck in the first go of the NRHA Derby. Connect with Petroll Reining Horses Here
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Saar Ben Hamo and Magneto
Cade talks with Saar Ben Hamo about his ride today on Magneto in the NRHA Open Derby.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Ryan Rushing and Sheza Smart Wimpy
Cade talks with Ryan Rushing about his ride today in the Open Derby on Sheza Smart Wimpy
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Robin Schoeller and Smart Tinseltown
Cade talks with Robin Schoeller about his ride on Smart Tinseltown and his hopes for the NRHA Derby.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Martin Muehlstaetter and Vintage Sail
Martin Muehlstaetter talks about his run this morning in the Open Derby with his horse Vintage Sail.
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Martin Muehlstaetter
Martin Muehlstaetter talks about his Derby horse, Vintage Sail, and his upcoming trip to France for the World Equestrian Games for the Austrian team. Connect With Muehlstaetter Performance Horses
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Kim Muehlstaetter on the Non Pro Derby
Kim Muehlstaetter talks about two of her Non Pro Derby Horses, Spook N Sparks and Wimpys Little Roo. Connect here with Muehlstaetter Performance Horses
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NRHA Derby ’14 – Jordan Larson and Wimpys Littlecolonel
Cade talks with Jordan Larson about his run on Wimpys Littlecolonel on day one of the Open Derby competition.
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NRBC ’14 – Day Two Catching up with Mandy
We chatted with Mandy McCutcheon at the NRBC to talk about the show and her horses that she showed in Katy.
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NRBC ’14 – Day Three talking with Tom McCutcheon
We talked with Tom at the NRBC about the show and his horses in the competition.
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NRBC ’14 – Day One
The first day at the NRBC for team McCutcheon. We got hit with a little rain but it was still a great day!
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Flarida wins, Mandy McCutcheon is reserve champion at Kentucky Reining Cup
Flarida Wins Adequan/USEF Open Reining National Championship and Selection Trial for the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S. Reining Squad. Full Article
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National Reining Breeders Classic 2014
In this video we catch up with Mandy McCutcheon at the NRBC, she talks about the show and the horses she is showing in Katy. Tom McCutcheon talks about the …
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Ground Tying – Mozaun McKibben
Mozaun talks about the importance of teaching his horses to ground tie. Teaching your horse to ground tie can be extremely useful when working on a ranch or doing any …
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Record Entries for 2014 Rolex Kentucky
The 2014 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event takes place on April 24-27 and 82 horses have been entered for the event. This is a record high of entries for the Three-Day …
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Misconception of a Low Head in Reining Horses – Fred Thomsson
Fred talks about the misconception with reining horses and wanting their heads low while riding. What you truly want in your horse is one that is soft and willing to …
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Stopping Without Pulling – Pete Kyle
Pete shows you how to properly teach your horse to stop without having to pull on the reins. Start this maneuver at the walk and then increase to the jog, …
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Fundamentals to Reining and 5 Easy Maneuvers – Fred Thomsson
Reining Trainer, Fred Thomsson, talks about the five maneuvers that he performs on a daily basis to make his horses soft, supple and willing to work. Performing these five steps …
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Duane Latimer and Dany Tremblay Joins Team McCutcheon
It is a privilege to announce on behalf of Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses to have Million Dollar Rider, Duane Latimer, and 2013 Top 20 NRHA Professional, Dany Tremblay at Tom …
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Record Number of Nations Declare for 2014 WEG
“Seventy-two national federations (NFs) have declared their intention to participate in the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014 in Normandy, France, meeting the 31 March deadline for entries in …
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Bromont and Lexington Bid for 2018 WEG
“The Fédération Equestre Inernationale (FEI) has received signed host agreements from two cities bidding to host the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games. The bid teams from Bromont/Montreal, Canada, and Lexington, …
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Shoulders up While Stopping – Pete Kyle
Pete talks about the importance of a horses shoulders that should be up when stopping. Todays style is for a horses head to be lower when stopping, yet if the …
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Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Plan to Meet
“The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board will meet for two days in April in Sacramento, Calif., to discuss issues relating to the management …
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First Meeting for the International Horse Sports Confederation
“At the first meeting of the International Horse Sports Confederation (IHSC), the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) and the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) confirmed that they share the same …
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Facts About Flaxseed
Have you thought about adding flaxseed to your horses daily diet? In the article below, it lists five facts of flaxseed and the benefits that it can incorporate for your …
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Training with a Heightened Pole- Will Knabenshue
Will talks about the difference between a flat and raised pole and when he starts to train his horses on a raised pole. In AQHA more of the advanced classes …
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PETA Wants Reform to Medication Use
“PETA said it will “go away” if horse racing addresses its medication uses, and industry officials who have spent countless hours trying to do just that suggest progress is evident …
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EIA Found in Six Horses in Tennessee
Six horses in Tennessee have test positive for equine infectious anemia (EIA). The most common test to detect EIA is the coggins test, which should be updated every year or …
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Rating a Pole – Will Knabenshue
Will goes over the scoring of a trail class while they are showing, and then goes into rating a horse to a pole. Eventually as your horse gets broker they …
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Lawsuit Filed to Save Land for Wild Horses
A group of wild horse advocates have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Forest Service to prevent the round up of wild horses and eliminating public land. The lawsuit claims …
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AQHA Files Lawsuit Reply
“On March 25, the AQHA announced it had filed its response brief. The brief claims, in part, there is no evidence that the AQHA violated U.S. antitrust laws. The brief …
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Conformation Part 1 – Bob Loomis
In Part I of this series, reining legend, Bob Loomis, talks about his theory in conformation called The Trapezoid Theory that he uses on all of his horses whether selecting …
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Trail Exercise – Will Knabenshue
Will goes over a basic trail exercise that he likes to do with all of his horses. The “Clover Exercise” can be performed at the walk, trot, and lope. This …
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Counting Your Horses Steps – Will Knabenshue
Will goes over about counting your horses steps while working his trail horses at home or in a show situation. Will also shows you how many steps it should be …
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PETA Probe in Thoroughbred Stable
A Thoroughbred stable was investigated by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), which claims cruelty to horses and the over use of medication. The New York Times published …
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FEI Agreement with NRHA and AQHA to Grow Reining
The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) has signed an agreement with the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) and the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). The agreement included horse welfare, FEI rules, …
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EHV-1 Reported In Stillwater, Minn.
Five horses around Stillwater, Minnesota have been tested positive for EHV-1, which is highly contagious among horses. To read more about this article and what officials are doing to prevent …
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Collection – Fred Thomsson
Fred talks about training a reining horse and why collection is a useful tool to make a good reining horse.
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Changing Leads – Fred Thomsson
Fred teaches the difference between the right and left lead while in the lope. Fred also goes over how he teaches his horses to change leads and to keep them …
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AQHA Receives More Time to Make Cloning Arguments
A federal court has given AQHA more time to answer questions from cloned horse owners. The original date of response was issued to be on March 13 and has now …
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“Congressional Horse Caucus Holds First Meeting”
Andy Barr and Paul Tonko, hosted the first caucus meeting of 2014 on March 5. Barr and Tonko are the co-chairs for the Congressional Horse Caucus. “The Congressional Horse Caucus …
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Backing Up – Fred Thomsson
Fred talks about the three cues that he gives his horses to back up. Fred goes over the importance of having a soft horse to be able to perform the …
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Foundation to a Reining Horse – Fred Thomsson
Fred talks about the five steps that he puts on his horses to make them soft and willing to be a good reining horse. Working on these five steps will …
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Colleen McQuay Inducted Into NRHA Hall of Fame
Colleen McQuay, wife to Tim McQuay was just recently inducted in the NRHA Hall of Fame. Colleen will be joining not only her husband, Tim, but also her daughter, Mandy …
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Packaging and Shipping Semen – Barb Wibbles
Barb shows you the packaging that is used while shipping cooled semen and how long the semen can be left in the package without decreasing in quality.
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Difference Between Frozen and Cooled Semen – Barb Wibbles
Barb goes over the differences between cooled and frozen semen, and what the benefits are to both processes. Keeping frozen semen as long as it stays frozen it should not …
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Artificial Insemination – Barb Wibbles
Barbs talks about using artificial insemination (A.I.) how and why most people us A.I. in the quarter horse industry instead of breeding by a live cover.
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Romel Reins – Debbie Brown
NRHA Professional Trainer Debbie Brown talks about using romel reins on a reining horse and the benefits that can come from using romel reins and the maneuvers it can help.
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Rein Management – Debbie Brown
Debbie goes over the importance of rein management while you show. Having your reins the correct length and both even, can show the judge you are there to impress. Keeping …
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Counter Bend – Debbie Brown
Debbie talks about how to teach your horse to counter bend, or also known as reverse trotting. This exercise has a lot of benefits to teaching your horse can can …
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Study Suggest Horses Prefer Sweet Tastes to Bitter
Recent Canadian scientists have put evidence together concluding that horses appear to react differently to sweet tastes compared to bitter. The 44 horses in the test seemed to suggest that …
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Colt Starting Part 7 – Sarah Dawson
Sarah goes over what you should expect the first time you ride a young horse. Sarah teams up with Austin and shows you how to work a colt around with …
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Trainer Banned for 16 Years
John Stinebaugh has been banned until 2030 and fined $60,000 after using a performance enhancing drug not not approved for horses. The drug was the human erectile dysfunction drug, Viagra. …
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Horse Carriage Controversy Extends Beyond New York City
An ordinance for a ban of horse-drawn carriages has been proposed but not yet reached the city council. Now other cities such a Salt Lake City, Chicago, and Philadelphia has …
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Colt Starting Part 3 – Sarah Dawson
Sarah talks about how she gets on her horses for the first time. Always keep everything organized, such as your lead rope when you are ready to get on so …
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SAU Student Charged with 10 Sentence in Horse Theft
Jaci Rae Jackson, a former student at Southern Arkansas University has been charged with horse theft and sentenced to serve 10 years in prison in Arkansas. Jackson had stolen five …
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Question and Answer on "Sacking Out" Your Horse
Here is a great question and answer by TheHorse.com on “sacking out” your horse. If you are looking for more techniques or exercises to sack out your horse sign up …
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Feeding a Large Group of Horses
Another great question and answer by TheHorse.com about free feeding a large group of horses. One way is by round bale, there are positives and negatives when it comes to …
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Colt Starting Part 6 – Sarah Dawson
Sarah goes over how she teaches her young horses how to move off of her legs, and how to not send your horse too many cues at once
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Colt Starting Part 5 – Sarah Dawson
Sarah explains on keeping everything soft and simple while working with a young horse and then with time and persistence everything will start to fall into place. Sarah also talks …
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Colt Starting Part 4 – Sarah Dawson
Sarah talks about how she gets her horses to get its forward motion going without scaring the horse. Being a soft rider and being quite in your saddle while riding …
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Colt Starting Part 2 – Sarah Dawson
In Colt Starting Part 2, Sarah shows you how she desensitizes and saddles her horses. Sarah’s main point of focus is to make the horses comfortable in whatever she does.
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Halter Comfort – Tom McCutcheon
Tom shows you how to properly put the halter on your horse to keep your horse comfortable and happy, while you can still control your horse. Make sure the halter …
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Mustang Million – Patti Colbert
Patti Colbert, Executive Director of the Mustang Heritage Foundation talks about the Mustang Million hosted in Fort Worth. Trainers adopt previously wild mustang and have 120 days to train them …
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NFR Will Stay in Las Vegas
With unanimous votes it has been decided to keep the NFR in Las Vegas through 2024. The new agreement will begin following the 2014 NFR. Keeping this event in Las …
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Fort Worth Will Add New Covered Arena
Fort Worth’s Will Rogers Memorial Center plans to add a new covered arena. This new covered arena will cost approximately $4.7 to construct. This arena is said by many that …
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Qualities of a Hat – Bobbie Gough
Bobbie Gough talks about the different qualities of hats provided at Shorty’s Caboy Hattery and the difference to the qualities of hats. There are three various qualities starting with the …
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Connecting With Your Horse – Mark Lyon
Mark Lyon talks about using sense with your horse and adjust to your horses emotions and to successfully support the horse. Horses have many gifts greater than our own and …
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Hats for Particular Disciplines – Bobbie Gough
Bobby Gough of Shorty’s Caboy Hattery talks about the different hats for each discipline. Every discipline is different and has different styles that correlate with their discipline. There are different …
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What’s New at VirtualHorseHelp.com
See whats new at VirtualHorseHelp.com. Breeding Manager, Barb Wibbles, talks about the upcoming breeding season and everything that it takes to run and stand multiple studs at once. Also, reining …
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Changing Leads on a Young Horse – Dell Hendricks
Dell Hendricks answers a users question about how he starts to teach a young horse to change leads. Dell talks about keeping his horses calm when he pushes the horse …
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Second Section – Tom and Don’t Miss My Guns NRHA Futurity 2013
Tom talks about his run on Dont Miss My Guns in the second section of the NRHA Futurity. Tom also goes over how he had done previously on “Bandit” at …
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Costs of Breeding – Barb Wibbles
Barb talks about all of the costs that you can incur to breed and to foal out your horse. Knowing the possible costs before breeding can be incredibly valuable to …
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Non Pro Futurity First Go – Mandy McCutcheon
Mandy talks about her first run in the Non Pro Futurity on Check Out My Guns (Darlins Not Painted x Gunner). Mandy said she had a few penalties including a …
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Teaching Your Horse to Guide Part 1 – Billy Williams
Billy goes over how he teaches his horses guide with two hands and one hand. Billy explains why he wants his horses to be light and responsive to the reins …
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Keeping Your Horse Still While Mounting – Barbara Williams
Barbara talks about how to keep your horse in place while you mount your horse, and to always stay patient while working with your horse. Many times if our temper …
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Second Section – Tom McCutcheon NRHA Futurity ’13
Tom talks about his ride on Da Vintage in the second section of the NRHA Futurity. Tom talks about how he thinks he will be a little short of making …
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World’s Best Rodeo Athletes Compete for $2 Million Purse
On March 2, 2014 the top rodeo athletes will compete in Texas for a $2 Million Purse. All of the athletes have accepted the invitation except for two due to …
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SWRHA Stallion Auction
The Southwest Reining Horse Association in underway! Make sure to follow the link below and bid on one of these many great studs that you could breed your mare to. …
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Bill Collins AQHA Hall of Fame Inductee Passes Away
Bill Collins (1924-2013) passed away on Dec. 31, 2013 at the age of 89. Collins was primarily known for his talent in the cutting industry and being the first Canadian …
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Matt Armenta Futurity Prospect Sale
Matt talks about a two year old that he is selling in the futurity prospect sale. The two year old colt is from the same dam as Einsteins Revolution and …
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Arena Screens – Tom McCutcheon
Tom talks about the screens that he puts down during winter to keep his arena warmer, and to keep the wind down.
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Matt Armenta From Non Pro to Pro
Matt speaks about why he gave up his non pro card to be a professional, and how things have changed since he has turned professional.
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Shane Brown Rider of the Year
Shane speaks about the horse he is showing in the Open Futurity finals, and also about his recent accomplishment of being Rider of the Year.
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Shawn Flarida NRHA’s First $5 Million Rider
Shawn Flarida is no stranger to the center stage, and Flarida has done it once again at the 2013 NRHA Futurity. He surpassed the $5 Million mark while riding Tinseltown …
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Tom McCutcheon in the NRHA Futurity Finals
Tom goes over Dont Miss My Guns and his final run in the NRHA Futurity Open Finals. Tom also talks about Jason Vanlandingham winning the NRHA Futurity.
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Brian Bell the Newest Million Dollar Rider
Brian goes over the two horses he had in the finals, and he also speaks about becoming a Million Dollar Rider and how big of a milestone it is for …
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Mandy McCutcheon and Ms Whiz Dunit Non Pro Futurity Champions
Mandy talks about winning the NRHA Non Pro Futurity.
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Jason Vanlandingham Open Futurity Champion
Jason goes over his run after the futurity finals and how he felt about his run.
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Tom McCutcheon the Morning of the Finals
Tom talks about his horse the morning of the finals and how he feels while getting ready to show.
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Shawn Flarida and Tinseltown Fly Guy
Shawn goes over his run after the NRHA Open Futurity Finals. He also speaks about Fly Flashy Jac, the producer of Einsteins Revolution and Tinseltown Fly Guy.
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Todd Sommers and Nu Pops
Todd speaks about the horse he has in the finals, Nu Pops, and his thoughts before going into the finals.
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When to Start Working on a Cow – Teddy Johnson
Teddy speaks about when he likes to go from warming up his horses to when is a good time to start working a cow. Every horse is different and will …
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NRHA Futurity ’13 – Martin Larcombe
Martin Larcombe talks about making the Open Futurity finals with his horse Revolution Is Dun.
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Showing Your Horse to Their Ability – Miranda Lyon
Miranda goes over her experience of showing her horse to their best ability, and knowing the strong and weak spots in her horse.
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Partnership with Your Horse – Mark Lyon
Mark talks about the partnership of a horse and rider, and using a horses and persons ability together to achieve greater results. Thank you M&M Horsemanship for sharing your knowledge.
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Lunging Your Horse – Mirjam Stillo
Mirjam answers Rhonda’s question about how to keep her horse from cutting in while lunging.
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Bucking Horse – Mark Lyon
Mark talks about a young horse that bucks, and what he has seen and found in horses that buck.
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When to Stop Working Your Horse – Mark Lyon
Mark goes over when he likes to stop working with his horse and call it a day. He also believes that the first five and last five minutes of training …
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Being Aware of Your Surroundings – Mark Lyon
Mark goes over how to be aware of you and your horses surrounding while riding. he also says use the horses gifts of knowing what is going on around them, …
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Stopping and Running Down to Your Stop – Ruben Vandorp
Ruben speaks about how he teaches his horses to stop and make a big move without going fast. Ruben also goes over about running down to the stops, and how …
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When to Put Sliders on Your Horse and Stopping Cues – Ruben Vandorp
Ruben speaks about when he starts putting sliding shoes on a young horse. He also goes over the three cues that he uses to train his horses to stop.
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Important Hoof Maintenance
Hoof maintenance an important aspect of keeping your horse healthy and not dealing with any lameness issues. It’s important to find a competent farrier that knows what they are doing …
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Spinning with One Hand – Tom McCutcheon
Tom shows you how he starts his horse and continues to spin with one hand.
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Preparing Your Broodmare for Winter
Keeping your mare in good body condition can help your mare establish normal cycles sooner in the breeding season and therefore has a higher conception rate. Also, mares in good …
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Mustang Mentors – Patti Colbert
Patti speaks about a new program called Mustang Mentors. They pair veterans and mustangs together to create a bond between the two and making it beneficial for both the horse …
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“Managing the Club Foot”
A club foot is an abnormally upright hoof with long, contracted heels and a prominent of bulging coronary band. Learn how to detect and manage a club foot. View Full …
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Junior AQHA World Show Horse
Tom speaks about his junior horse that he is competing at the AQHA World Show and his expectations with the horse.
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“Using Hay Replacers for Horses”
During times of drought or other seasonal disasters it can be hard to have access to large quantities of hay. At times like this many horse owners turn to complete …
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Horse Humor!
Is this horse full of attitude or do you think maybe he just wants to give you a big wet kiss!
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Working a Young Horse on a Flag – Teddy Johnson
Teddy explains how he gets a young horse to work on a flag. Thank you Teddy Johnson for providing your information. Teddy Johnson Cutting Horses
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Warming up Your Horse before Working on a Flag – Teddy Johnson
Teddy shows you how he bridles up his horses and how he warms them up before working on a flag. Thank you Teddy Johnson for providing your information. Teddy Johnson …
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Catching Your Horse Safely with a Rope – Mark Lyon
Mark shows you a few tricks on how to catch a difficult horse in their stall with a rope while keeping the horse calm and relaxed.
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Short Shank Correctional Bit – Dell Hendricks
Dell shows you his favorite bit and why he likes to use it on most of his horses.
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Track Your Horse’s Body Condition Score
“While knowing your horse’s weight is critical to making sure your horse is receiving the care it needs, tracking your horse’s body condition score over time is and ideal (and …
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Three Team-Roping Horses Pass Away in Accident
On October 30, 2013 a horse trailer caused major delays on eastbound IH 20 and Spur 557. The truck and trailer went off the highway where it jackknifed and the …
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EPM is More Widespread in US Than Expected
“A recent study by researches at the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine revealed that equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), caused by two different parasites, is widespread throughout the …
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“Equine Vaccine Tips and Strategies”
“If you own a horse, one of the most important things you can do to maintain health is vaccinations, but it can also be a cost endeavor. Everyone seems to …
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Improving Your Spins – Pete Kyle
Pete answers Margie’s question while Tom is out of town about what she could to do improve her horses spin. Thank you Pete Kyle for providing your knowledge. Kyle Ranch
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Eye Injuries – Always an Emergency
“Injuries to a horse’s eyes tend to be traumatic because of the vigorous manner in which horses perform everyday actions. Blows to the eye may cause detachment of the retina, …
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Shoes for the Correct Discipline – Trent Wargo
Trent answers Rhonda’s question about what’s the best shoes for a horse that does multiple disciplines.
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Pivot Foot While Spinning – Tom McCutcheon
Tom talks about the pivot foot on the horse while spinning and how it has changed over the past 20 years.
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In the Winners’ Circle: Dell Hendricks
NRHA Million Dollar Rider Dell Hendricks talks about his history in the sport of Reining. Dell has won AQHA World Championship and Reserve Championship Titles in 1995, 2001, and 2002. He …
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Moving the Horse’s Hip – Tom McCutcheon
Tom instructs on how and why he gains control of a horse’s hip.
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Travis Stillson – Custom Show Chaps and Leather
We go behind-the-scenes to Travis Stillsons shop where he shows us how he makes custom show chaps and headstalls for western riders. Travis shows us the basics of how he …
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Custom Show Chaps and Leather – Travis Stillson
We go behind-the-scenes to Travis Stillsons shop where he shows us how he makes custom show chaps and headstalls for western riders. Travis shows us the basics of how he …
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Rewarding Your Horse – Mozaun McKibben
Mozan talks about rewarding his horse and how helpful it has been in his training.
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Food Safety Law Could Burden Family Farmers
A new federal law could cost some farmers tens of thousands of dollars. View Full Article
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Warming Up – Tom McCutcheon
Tom goes over how he warms up his horses before he starts to work them.
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Legacy Sale ’13 – Mandy Previews the Sale
Mandy McCutcheon talks about the 2013 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale. Many people came out to Friday night’s Legacy Sale and to Saturday’s consignment sale. Mandy talks about changes to the …
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Signs of Colic
Signs of Colic Here’s a quick list of the typical signs of colic, and what you should do when your horse is colicking. Clinical signs of colic include behavioral changes …
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Man Starts "Heifers for SD" to Help Ranchers
More than 130 heifers have been donated to South Dakota ranchers who lost cattle in this months blizzard. View Full Article helpforsouthdakota.com
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Legacy Sale ’13 – Tom Previews the Sale
Tom talks friday before the Legacy Sale about what he thinks about could happen during this year’s sale.
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Feeding Hay Before Grain Could Reduce Cribbing
Through recent research experts have found that feeding hay before grain can possibly reduce the intensity of cribbing. It does not end cribbing, but research has shown that the cribbing …
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Are Horses a Vicious Species? Court to Decide
“Connecticut horse owners and enthusiasts anxiously await a Supreme Court ruling on hearings held Sept. 24, 2013, that could declare horses to be naturally vicious species.” This could have an …
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Pigeon Fever Strikes Horses in Alberta, Canada
Alberta horse owners are being advised to watch their animals for signs of pigeon fever in their province. Recently the first case of pigeon fever has shown up in the …
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Mustang Million ’13 – Youth In Hand Finals
These kids show off what they can do with some amazing yearlings they trained for the 2013 Mustang Million!
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Mustang Million Recap
The Mustang Million is complete, and here are a few incredible videos from the show. These mustangs have only had 120 days of training and were completely wild before they …
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Getting off a Horse – Miranda Lyon
Miranda Lyon demonstrates a safe way to get off a horse. Thank you to Mark and Miranda Lyon for providing their knowledge. M and M Horsemanship
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Getting on a Horse – Part Two
Miranda Lyon goes through step-by-step how she gets on one of her mustangs for the first time. Thank you Mark and Miranda Lyon for providing your knowledge. M and M …
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Getting on a Horse – Part One
Mark Lyon goes over a basic tip on how to get onto a colt that is new to being ridden. Thank you to Mark and Miranda Lyon for providing their …
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Mustang Million ’13 – Mark & Miranda Lyon
Mark and Miranda Lyon talk about the Mustang Million competition, including their history with the show and their horses for this year.
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Tulsa ’13 – Cade McCutcheon’s Youth Ride
Cade had the misfortune of a broken stirrup during his run in the youth show. Watch and see how he handled that situation.
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Tulsa ’13 – Short Stirrup and Horsemanship Class
Colleen McQuay and Katy Krshka talk about the importance of teaching young kids in the reining industry.
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Tulsa ’13 – Lyle Lovett
Musician and Non Pro rider, Lyle Lovett, talks about his start in reining and his ride in the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic.
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Tulsa ’13 – Mirjam Stillo and Belle Starr Dun It
Mirjam Stillo talks about her run with Belle Starr Dun It at the Derby in Tulsa.
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Tulsa ’13 – About the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic
Colleen McQuay talks about the history of the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic and her past work with other horse shows.
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Overview of the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic
The Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic is complete. It was a successful 10th anniversary with entry numbers even higher than the previous year. View Full Article
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Teach a Horse to Hold Its Back Leg Up – Pete Kyle
Pete Kyle walks us through how to hold your horses back leg up to be able to easily work with your horse, such as your farrier putting shoes on your …
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Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic Draws/Results
Keep up with the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic Draws/Results here!
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Todd Bergen & Peptos Shiney Pistol Wins NSHA Futurity
Todd Bergen riding Peptos Shiney Pistol won the NSHA Futurity Open. Peptos Shiney Pistol is owned by Roxanne Koepsell. Todd’s combined score for all three runs was a total of …
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Taris Little Vintage NRHA’s All-Time Leading Dam
Taris Little Vintage’s offspring has earned a total of $672,900 in NRHA competition. This makes Taris Little Vintage the All-Time Leading Dam in NRHA. Taris Little Vintage has a personal …
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How to Hobble a Horse – Pete Kyle
Pete Kyle of Kyle Ranch teaches how to properly hobble a horse. Thank you Pete Kyle for providing your knowledge. Kyle Ranch
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Tom McCutcheon for SmartPak
NRHA Million Dollar Rider Tom McCutcheon on the SmartPak System, the official Supplement Feeding System of the American Quarter Horse Association. Learn more at http://www.smartpakequine.com/WhySmartPak.aspx
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Researchers Measure Horse’s Noseband Pressure
Researchers measure the pressure on horse’s in relation to nosebands, and how a noseband that is too tight can end up hurting your horse. View Full Article
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TheraPlate Revolution
Chip Kreiling, owner of TheraPlate, talks about what this system does and how it can benefit you and your horse.
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Managing A Hay Barn – Tom McCutcheon
Tom talks about managing his hay barn and what to be careful about when storing hay.
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Skid Boots – Tom McCutcheon
Tom talks about using skid boots during your ride.
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Softening a Horses Face – Tom McCutcheon
Tom goes over how to soften your horses face.
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Judge Blocks Planned Horse Slaughter at 2 Plants
On Friday a Federal Judge temporarily stopped plans to start slaughtering horses at two different plants. The companies planned to start their operation next week. “The move stops what would …
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Building A Better Diet – SmartPak
SmartPak goes over the food pyramid for horses, and how to build a better diet for your horse. View Full Article
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Using a Cavasan – Tom McCutcheon
Tom talks about using a cavasan on his horses, what kind he uses and why they can be helpful.
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Starting Lead Changes – Dell Hendricks
Dell instructs about how to train a two or three year old to do lead changes. User Question: What exercises do you first introduce to young horses to teach them lead …
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How to Start Backing Up – Part Two: Using Your Legs
Tom instructs how to start backing up a horse by using your legs.
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Federal Jury ruled against AQHA in cloning lawsuit
A 10-person jury ruled against the American Quarter Horse Association concerning cloned horses being prohibited to be registered AQHA horses. View Full Article View Another Article
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How to Start Backing Up – Tom McCutcheon
Tom instructs how to start backing up a horse.
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In the Winners’ Circle: Barb Wibbles
The Breeding manager at Tom McCutcheon’s ranch talks about her start in horse care.
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Braiding a Tail – Tom McCutcheon
Tom talks about why they braid their horses tails and shows you a simple way to do it.
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Using a Curb Chain – Tom McCutcheon
Tom discusses the reasons to use a curb chain and the types of curb chains he likes to use.
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Team McCutcheon Update
Tom talks about what his family and crew are up to and their shows in Waco and Minnesota.
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Shining Spark is NRHA’s Newest Four Million Dollar Sire
Shining Spark is announced as NRHA’s newest four million dollar sire. Shining Spark was born in 1989 and is owned by Carol Rose. His offspring has won a total of …
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Front Leg Protection – Tom McCutcheon
Tom explains the importance of protecting your horses front legs and what products he uses.
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NAJYRC Reining
The NAJYRC has concluded, and two lucky reiners have been crowned gold medalists. In the Young Riders division gold goes to Madison Steed, and in the Junior Riders division gold …
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High Brow Cat Clone Born
On July 3 a High Brow Cat clone was born. High Brow Cat is the top annual sire for the past 11 years in the cutting industry. View Full Article
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Welcome to VirtualHorseHelp
Welcome to VirtualHorseHelp Hey, horse enthusiasts! I am excited to tell you about my website that has launched, VirtualHorseHelp.com. This website will be your ultimate guide to training your …
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NRHA Derby ’13 – Jordan Larson Finals
Jordan Larson talks about his winning ride at the NRHA Derby 2013.
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McCutcheon Softball Tournament
The McCutcheon’s invite their family and friends over for a softball tournament for the 4th of July weekend.
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Roxanne’s Visit to the Ranch – Roxanne Koepsell
Roxanne visits the ranch in July to evaluate her two-year-old and three-year-old horses.
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Pest Control – Luke Winter
Luke Winter shows what to do when finding an unwanted wild animal on the ranch.
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Dragging an Arena – Luke Winter
Luke speaks about how to properly drag your arena and the benefits involved.
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NRHA Derby ’13 – Whatta Royal Vintage Prelims
Tom McCutcheon talks about his Prelim ride on Whatta Royal Vintage.
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NRHA Derby ’13 – Mandy’s Finals
Mandy McCutcheon talks about her finals rides on Shiney Enterprise and Always Gotyer Gunsup.
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NRHA Derby ’13 – Dun Git A Nicadual Prelims
Tom McCutcheon talks about his Prelim ride on Dun Git A Nicadual.
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Cleaning a Stall – Reed Kyle
Reed explains the basics of how to clean out a horse stall and the difference between good and bad shavings.
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Ask Tom – Traveling with Leg Wraps
Sam writes in asking about using leg wraps when traveling with your horses.
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Halter Horse Conformation – Ted Turner
Ted Turner talks about what he looks for in a halter horse.
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Neck vs Direct Reining – Barbara Williams
Barbara demonstrates the differences between direct and neck reining and how they should be used.
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How to Make a Hat at Shorty’s Part 1- Bobbie Gough
Special Thanks to Shorty’s Caboy Hattery! www.ShortysHattery.com (405)-232-4287 1206 S. Agnew Oklahoma City, OK 73108
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In the Winner’s Circle: Sarah Willeman Talks Gunners Special Nite & WEG 2010
Sarah Willeman, owner of Gunners Special Nite, sits down with Tom McCutcheon’s Virtual Horse Help. In this video she recounts the first time she saw him show, what lead to …
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