USA EQUESTRIAN TRUST OPENS 2024 GRANTS PROGRAM FOR EQUINE NON-PROFITS

GRANTS PROGRAM
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Applications due Tuesday, March 26 FEBRUARY 13, 2024 — Lexington, KY — USA Equestrian Trust® is pleased to announce it is now accepting proposals from IRS-registered equine non-profit organizations for its 2024 grants program. Since the inception of the program, the Trust has awarded more than $2.5 million in grants. …

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Colorado Horse Rescue Has Taken the Reins of The Annie Project

The Annie Project
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Horses reliably carry riders through rugged terrain, providing unforgettable experiences at dude and guest ranches. Yet, when these horses reach the end of their working lives, their future often hangs in the balance. Traditionally, they’re sent to auctions where they risk falling into the slaughter pipeline. Recognizing the need for …

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Outbreak Alerts: March 06, 2024 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic in Travis County, TX

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Source: Texas Animal Health Commission Number Confirmed: 3Number Suspected: UnknownNumber Exposed: 32Comments: Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials confirmed equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in three quarter horses on a Travis County premise. The premises has been quarantined and will not be released until TAHC’s requirements are met. TAHC staff …

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Georgia Boot Renews Partnership with 4-H Through 2026

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Partnership Supports 4-H Leaders Through Youth Trailblazer Program NELSONVILLE, Ohio (February 2024) – Georgia Boot, America’s hardest-working boot for more than 85 years, is extending its partnership through 2026 with 4-H by creating promotional programs that directly benefit 4-H clubs in local communities and nationally. For more than 100 years, …

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Outbreak Alerts: February 08, 2024 – Equine Rhinitis Virus-B – Cooke County, TX

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Source: Attending Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – Voluntary Quarantine Number Confirmed: 2Number Suspected: 3Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private Facility Horse 1: Age: 4Gender: GeldingBreed: PaintUsage: Barrel RacingOnset of Clinical Signs: 2/5/2024Clinical Signs: Fever, lethargy, nasal discharge, cough, difficulty swallowingConfirmation Date: 2/8/2024Horse Status: Affected And AliveVaccination Status: UnvaccinatedComment: The horse was Equine Rhinitis Virus-B positive and negative for Streptococcus equi. For more information about ERV, please go …

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Outbreak Alerts: February 01, 2024 – Equine Infectious Anemia – Harris County, Texas

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Source: Texas Animal Health Commission Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: UnknownNumber Exposed: 4 Number Euthanized: 1 Comments: Notes: Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials confirmed Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in 1 quarter horse on a Harris County premises. The premises have been quarantined and will not be released until TAHC’s requirements are met. …

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Results from the 2023 National Equine Economic Impact Study Released

Impact Study

The findings of the highly-anticipated 2023 Equine Economic Impact Survey have been officially released by the American Horse Council (AHC). The results shed a light on the significant and robust contributions of the equine industry to the U.S. economy. The survey offers a comprehensive overview of the economic impact and …

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Mustang Magic 2024. Mustangs Are Coming to Will Rogers Coliseum

Mustang Champions is proud to partner with the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo in producing the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo $100,000 Mustang Magic weekend. The three-day event includes two showcase performances in the historic Will Rogers Coliseum. The Friday night Mustang Champions Freestyle event features top …

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