Horse Ownership
Horse Ownership
Resources to make the most of owning a horse. From buying to care and management, learn how to own an American Quarter Horse.
HEALTH & CARE
May 01, 2025 | , Wellness
No matter where you live, we can all agree that flies are the uninvited guests we could do without. While they certainly serve a purpose in our ecosystem, managing them around our horses can be a challenge.
July 19, 2024 | Showing
, Ranching
Is your horse trying to tell you something? The signs of ulcers in horses may be more subtle than you think.
July 03, 2024 | , Horse Health and care
Learn from different situations to find the right fly gear for your horses this spring and summer.
Get Started with Horses
December 22, 2022 | News and Publications
, Get Started with Horses
Take the extra step to keep your horses and barn safe from fire hazards this winter.
September 29, 2022 | News and Publications
, Get Started with Horses
Partnerships offer an affordable way to share the fun of racehorse ownership.
July 03, 2022 | News and Publications
, Get Started with Horses
Every owner should know how to record a horse’s vital signs, what are normal levels – and not.
FEEDING & NUTRITION
April 29, 2025 | , Feeding
One way to help your horse feel more at ease in busy show environments is with the help of a calming health supplement.
October 01, 2024 | News and Publications
, The American Quarter Horse Journal
Horses with metabolic syndrome can be relatively young and have no abnormalities in their pituitary or adrenal glands. Unlike Cushing's disease, which usually affects geriatric horses.
November 20, 2022 | News and Publications
, Stallion Care
Tips for keeping your stallion healthy and productive into his golden years.
GROOMING
June 20, 2024 | , Grooming
Is your horse's coat looking dull? This is a common problem, but with a few simple steps, your horse's coat will look bright and shiny all summer long!
September 01, 2022 | Showing
, Grooming
Using a sleazy or slinky is great for show horses, but the mane tamer has to fit correctly.
May 23, 2022 | News and Publications
, Grooming
Customize the forelock to flatter your halter horse’s head.
TACK & EQUIPMENT
May 17, 2024 | News and Publications
, Ranching
View the recently approved recommendations from the AQHA Ranching Committee, which were approved by the AQHA Executive Committee.
August 11, 2023 | Ranching
, Ranching
Cowboy gear has evolved over the centuries, then and now, proving to be works of art. The Traditional Cowboy Arts Association Exhibition and Sale at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum celebrates the craft.
September 01, 2022 | Showing
, Grooming
Using a sleazy or slinky is great for show horses, but the mane tamer has to fit correctly.
HORSE TRAINING
April 01, 2024 | , Training
The world’s best colt starters competed for the world championship title and $135,000 in prize money with Pitchfork Ranch-raised colts March 21-24 in Kentucky.
November 09, 2022 | News and Publications
, Training
Grant Setnicka's program starts with the basics and builds equine athletes confident in working cattle.
November 06, 2022 | News and Publications
, Training
A fast time is what it takes to win a check at a barrel race, but when it comes to training a barrel horse, slow and steady wins.
eBooks
Buyers Guide to an American Quarter Horse
This free e-book – offered in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish – walks you through how to become an informed American Quarter Horse buyer.
How to Tie a Lead Rope and Rope Halter
Learn how to tie your horse safely with this free ebook, plus learn the correct way to tie a rope halter.
Horse Trailer Loading Tips
Download this handy, free ebook for help getting your horse into the trailer peacefully.