Half Lease - Whole Problem

by Julie I. Fershtman, Attorney at Law

The words “half lease” seem unique to the horse industry.

In law school, this lawyer never heard the phrase mentioned, and the authoritative legal dictionary, Black’s Law Dictionary, nowhere mentions it. Yet, people in the horse industry, with greater frequency, are entering into arrangements they call “half leases” through which one or more persons (the “lessees”) pay a horse owner (the “lessor”) for shared use of the horse.

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Overcoming Big Obstacles for Even Bigger Dreams

by Kate Sanchez

Janet Greci has had her fair share of ups and downs when it comes to the horses in her life, but the life-long equestrian refuses to let anything stop her.

In constant pursuit to better herself and her horses, Janet has overcome some big things to achieve the dreams she’s living out today. 

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Laid Back Larry

by Katie Mason

Praise the Lord for the sunshine! I was able to get 8 rides on Larry this past month. We were able to make some progress and step up our expectations.

Larry has been learning to use his body and work in frame. He has begun to understand how to lift up his shoulders and engage his hips while moving in a circle. 

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Protecting Your Horse

by AJ Fudge

AJ Fudge has been a devoted equestrian her entire life, and she focuses her practice on equine protection and planning.

We all know that horses require a lot of personalized care and attention, and there needs to be a plan in place to guarantee their continuity of care and to ensure that there are funds available to provide this care no matter what happens to you.

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Wold Captures Reserve Honors at World’s Greatest Youth Horseman

by Kate Sanchez

When Pierce Wold of Wilton, CA, pitched an idea for a World’s Greatest Youth Horseman (WGYH) back in September of 2018, he never imagined it would turn into a major event that was held in February of this year. 

Moreover, he never dreamed that he would clench the WGYH Reserve Championship title.

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More Peace of Mind

Property insurance protects you from unforeseen events – as long as you’ve bought the right policy

If you’ve financed your home, chances are your bank mandated that you purchase property insurance. While this insurance protects you from unfortunate events such as fire, theft and accidents – such as someone injuring themselves on the premises and then filing a lawsuit against you – it doesn’t necessarily extend to incidents involving your horses.

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Corey Cushing Guides Sonita Lena Rey to World’s Greatest Horseman Championship

Corey Cushing riding Sonita Lena Rey (Dual Rey x Sonita Lena Chick) who emerged victorious!

After 10 thrilling days of non-stop reined cow horse action, the National Reined Cow Horse Association’s Celebration of Champions concluded on Saturday, February 23, from Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas.

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“The Show Must Go On”

Freak snow storms, tight turn arounds, cancelled flights and closed roads didn’t keep the Las Vegas Silver Dollar Circuit from another great year.

Crazy weather across the continent did delay, strand, divert and eventually force some people to cancel their plans to come to the Silver Dollar Circuit this year.

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Sun Circuit Keeps On Growing

Arizona Sun Circuit slotted into a perfect weather window March 2-10 in Scottsdale.

Exhibitors and horses from all across the US and Canada flocked to Arizona for a hefty dose of sunshine and to scoop up copious amount of points, awards and cash. Growth of this show continues to explode. 

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