Savannah Hunziker gets a whirlwind win in the 2023 Breeders’ Trust Pleasure Stakes

Savannah Hunziker and Ill Wow Ya with their World Show winnings.

Savannah Hunziker gets a whirlwind win in the 2023 Breeders’ Trust Pleasure Stakes Life’s been a whirlwind lately for Savannah Hunziker … literally. Just a few weeks ago, Savannah and her horses survived the Tulsa tornado that ravaged the Pinto World Show—you might have seen photos of her yearling on Facebook in the flurry of […]

Tobianos cashed in at the 2023 APHA World Show

The four tobiano incentive winners.

Tobianos cashed in at the 2023 APHA World Show For the third year, tobianos cashed in at the APHA World Show, thanks to Tobiano Incentive Bonus payouts that rewarded high-scoring tobiano and tovero horses in select cutting, reining, working cow horse and ranch classes. Eligible horses were automatically eligible for a $2,000 bonus check. Tobiano […]

A Miracle Comeback for Lila Schinker & Appealing Rose

Lila Schinker and Appealing Rose showing Trail.

A Miracle Comeback for Lila Schinker & Appealing Rose In April 2022, on the cusp of the APHA World Show, Lila Schinker and her sorrel tobiano mare Appealing Rose faced a life-changing crisis: the young mare was suffocating on her own breath. Veterinarians quickly diagnosed “Willow” with Severe Arytenoid Chondritis, a deadly inflammation of the cartilage that […]

Chrome & Paint Horse Journal claim two 2023 APEX Awards of Excellence

The Apex awards logo.

Chrome & Paint Horse Journal claim two 2023 APEX Awards of Excellence A pair of 2023 APEX Awards of Excellence were awarded to the Paint Horse Journal and Chrome magazines, APHA’s flagship publications. Feature Writing: “The Concrete Cure,” written by Jessica Hein, Fall 2022 Chrome Magazines, Journals & Tabloids – Print (entire issue over 32 pages): Paint Horse Journal (Jessica Hein, editor; […]

All-around champions crowned at the 2023 World Championship Show

Peytyn Goodin and Even More Sensational.

All-around champions crowned at the 2023 World Championship Show More than $1.40 million was awarded at the 2023 APHA World Championship Show, which took place June 23-July 9 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas. Exhibitors and horses converged in Cowtown to compete for their share of the prizes and titles. The […]

APHA state director & committee member Howard Norman dies

Howard Norman, APHA State Director and Committee Member.

APHA state director & committee member Howard Norman dies Howard Norman, a former APHA state director and advisory committee member, died July 15, 2023, at his home in Dickson, Tennessee. He was 73. An APHA member since 2001, Howard treasured his Paint Horses. He was the breeder of eight. Furthermore, Howard also served as an APHA state […]

Riley Francis & executive team elected to lead AjPHA in 2023-2024

Riley Francis and her Paint Horse All For Me.

Riley Francis & executive team elected to lead AjPHA in 2023-2024 New members of the AjPHA Executive Committee have been announced, following voting by AjPHA members in June 2023. Riley Francis will lead the AjPHA leadership team as president for 2023-2024. The AjPHA Executive Committee is responsible for overseeing AjPHA activities, sharing information with their […]

Trio of wins for Chrome in 2023 AHP Equine Media Awards

The magazine spread from Chrome Magazine, The Concrete Cure.

Trio of wins for Chrome in 2023 AHP Equine Media Awards Chrome magazine picked up three first-place honors in the 2023 American Horse Publications Equine Media Awards. Altogether, Chrome and the Paint Horse Journal were honored with nine awards in writing and design categories that spanned the entire equine media landscape. American Horse Publications is the preeminent professional organization for […]

Bella Boren & OHS Flash Me Splashy prove trust conquers all

Bella Boren and OHS Flash Me Splashy.

Bella Boren & OHS Flash Me Splashy prove trust conquers all Riding a horse is one of the most apparent displays of teamwork there is, relying wholly on trust, respect and effective communication between horse and rider—a partnership that becomes even more essential when the horse you’re riding is partially blind. Bella Boren of Venus, […]