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The owner of Stepping Stone Farm in Connecticut pleaded guilty this week to federal tax charges. Juliana Cole Weber waived her right to indictment and entered the plea before a US District Judge....
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The horse trainer charged in connection with an FBI child sex sting waived his right to a jury trial today. Kenn Acebal will now face a judge who will preside over his bench trial....
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A Circuit Judge ruled in favor of the defense yesterday when he dismissed the charge against former Olympian Darren Chiacchia. According to Judge Hale Stancil, his decision was bound by the recent ruling made by the Fl...
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A Federal Judge ruled in favor of Franck's Pharmacy when he denied the Food and Drug Administration's petition for an injunction. Franck's is the compounding pharmacy responsible for a mistake that led to the death of 2...
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The USEF is considering reinstating two of the horse industry’s notorious criminals. Virginia hunter jumper trainers Keg Berlin and Josh Cardine were convicted of fraud in 2004, and served time in federal prison....
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California trainer and dressage Olympian Gwen Stockebrand is being investigated by Sonoma County Animal Control for allegedly neglecting two of her horses....
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Saratoga Springs Police have arrested Charles D. Walling for allegedly stealing more than $30,000 from the St. Clements Horse Show. According to police, Walling was a horse show volunteer from 2005 until mid 2011....
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Over the years, many women have asked me, “Is it ok to exercise, as well as, ride my horse, during pregnancy?” Many expectant mothers, have pondered this question, debating whether they continue riding while pregnant, ...
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As the east coast braces for Hurricane Irene, horse and stable owners should be in full gear preparing. The National Hurricane Center says a Hurricane Watch, which indicates a possible hurricane within the next 48 hou...
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Snowman The 1950s have been called by some as the worst decade for horses.
One plain grey gelding was used as a workhorse for the first eight years of his life. Broken down with harness sores his owner sold the gelding...
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It has been eight months since the beating death of 87-year-old Claire Herman. Today, her son, equestrian writer Peter Herman pleaded guilty to manslaughter, assault, and endangering an elderly person. The district ...
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“All I did was slap her on the ass. When can I move on from this?”
A statement attributed to a registered sex offender and horse trainer Robert L. Johnson. It was given in testimony by his probation officer in cour...
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A Florida Appeals court recently overturned the conviction of a woman who had been found guilty of not telling her partner that she was infected with HIV. Why? Her partner was a woman. The "law does not apply to he...
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Olympics of Blacksmithing
Six tons of coke (fuel made from coal) and 1,300 linear feet of steel bar stock, but only one farrier will be named the 2011 World Champion. The world's top farriers are competing this week...
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The horse industry is often a handshake business, and even high-end horses are often purchased and sold without the benefit of a contract. What is essential in an equine sales contract to protect yourself?...
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Fair Play Farm
Convicted of animal cruelty the owners of Fair Play Farm were sentenced to two days of jail time and restitution. The Maine couple, Brett and Alexis Ingraham, must also have limited contact with hor...
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There are several risk factors associated with eating disorders. Sports that focus on the individual are highly suspect, including equestrian sports - where appearance and elegance in the saddle are important....
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Riders who possess strong, supple muscles move more comfortably with their horse as one unit, whereas inflexible riders, who exhibit muscle tension and stiffness, produce similar responses from their horses, often interferi...
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In 2006, with significant support from Jess Jackson, Kentucky passed a law making undisclosed dual agency unlawful. In 2010, Florida’s Department of Agriculture enacted regulations governing disclosure in horse sales....
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Strength training is an essential component of fitness for all equestrians. Whether competing in dressage, jumping, cross country, reining, or perhaps even racing, a strong musculoskeletal system is crucial for enhancing p...
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