So of course the big world news from yesterday is that the Defense of Marriage Act was officially repealed by the Supreme Court. Created in 1996, the act prevented the federal government from recognizing same sex marriage, and was an enormous cause of issues in the unions if either partner wanted to receive health care, visit the spouse in the hospital, or even benefit from a spouse’s will. I am personally very happy to see DOMA go, and I say don’t let the door hit ya on your way out! Anyway, now for the horsey news!
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News From Around the Globe:
Legendary New Zealand race horse Phar Lap is the most recent equine to have his DNA sequenced. What does that mean? Well, since they still have Phar Lap’s full skeleton, they are looking to do some tests to see how his DNA is similar or disimilar to that of the modern race horse. No other southern hemisphere horses have ever had their DNA mapped out, however it’s quite popular in Europe, where horses such as Eclipse have been studied. The information will be used in current Faculty of Veterinary Science research such as international studies to understand the basis of genetic diversity in different breeds of horses, the structure of the thoroughbred breed and the genetics underlying the physiology of exercise across all horse species. [Phar Lap DNA]
It’s summer…which means it’s almost time for NAJYRC!! One of my favorite events of the year, Young Riders always has the excitement and enthusiasm that comes from the young folk competing at a championship level competition. Check out Alexa Ehler’s blog for FLAIR Nasal Strips as she chronicles her journey to YR’s with her 17 year old gelding, Mitch. [Road to Young Riders]
The Kentucky Horse Park Foundation is proud to introduce the inaugural Battle in the Saddle Celebrity Team Penning Event! The event will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2013, in the covered arena. All proceeds from the benefit event will support the Kentucky Horse Park Foundation, something all of us Eventers can get behind. The idea is that two amateurs are teamed up with a celebrity rider and tested on their penning skills. Celebrity riders include Calvin Borel, Buck Davidson, Chris McCarron and Sam Shephard, along with many others. Check it out! [KHP Battle in the Saddle]
Bareback puissance winner Caroline Martin has an impressive string of horses, along with an impressive style of riding. Her spring season makes me seriously wonder about exactly how many audiobooks she has in her possession, because it sounds like she does nothing but travel up and down and all around. This spring, she went from Ocala, to Pennsylvania, to New Jersey, to Georgia, then to France for Saumur, then back to North American soil for Bromont in Canada. And that’s just for the FEI events! Check our her blog for FLAIR Nasal Strips to see exactly what she’s been up to lately. [Caroline Martin Hits The Road]
Looking for a really awesome summer event but forgot to plan ahead? You’re in luck. The Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials is still accepting entries! The late fee will be waived for all entries received before July 1st! If you want to send a late entry please enter using xEntry or send an email to [email protected].
Opening Ceremony from CHIO Aachen!
