Pony Club Blog
All posts of this category were published on the Pony Club Blog for members and nonmembers to enjoy and learn from.
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Horsey Halloween Costume Safety Tips
With Halloween just around the corner, many people already have their costumes planned out. When involving your equine friend, it is especially important to practice safety when it comes to costumes. Check out some tips for how to safely celebrate Halloween with your horse.
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Gone Phishing
Phishing emails are emails that appear to be from a known sender, but are actually from spam accounts. It is important to make yourself aware of these types of emails to protect yourself from scammers. Learn how with tips from USPC's System Administrator and Content Manager, Alyssa Sands.
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Member Spotlight: Aubree S.
This Pony Club Member Spotlight features Aubree S., a D-3 member from the Run o' the Mill Pony Club in the Lake Shore Region.
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Biosecurity: Trusted Protection, Fast Detection
Biosecurity is one of the most important aspects of taking care of horses. Learn some tips from the experts at Zoetis how you can help protect your horse and the other horses around it through practicing good biosecurity.
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Alyssa Sands, Pony Club Alum, Horse Management Judge, and National Office Staff
Listen to the new Pony Club Podcast cohosts, Sarah Evers Conrad (USPC Marketing and Communications Director) and Megan Scharfenberg (USPC Marketing and Instruction Coordinator) interview Alyssa Sands, who describes herself as a "horse nerd," with an emphasis on the "nerd." From not-so-great hunter princess, to USPC member, and now USPC Systems Administrator, Alyssa grew up with horses and has taken her love of technology and equines to places she never dreamed.
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Four Ways to Attend the 2023 USPC Convention Sponsored by Stephens College
Register to attend your way for a custom event experience! With in-person, live stream, and on-demand opportunities, everyone can be part of the 2023 USPC Convention sponsored by Stephens College and hosted by the Midwest Region in St. Louis, Mo. Join us January 18–22, 2023—we hope to see you there.
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Deciding to Serve as a USPC National Youth Board Member
Meet Gillian W., a USPC member of 14 years who talks about why she joined the National Youth Board, and why other members should consider it as well. It's a worthwhile experience reserved for a few select Pony Club members at a time.
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Senior Horse Care Dos and Don’ts
Older horses require adjustments to their feeding program and special management as their needs change over time. It can be tricky to determine the right combination of feed and care for them, particularly if they have digestion challenges, poor teeth, or lameness issues. If you’re feeding a senior horse, you’ll want to avoid these common mistakes.
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A Story of True Sportsmanship Three Times Over Within Pony Club
Pony Club and Stubben celebrate a unique display of sportsmanship at the 2022 USPC Championships East.
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Dr. Chris Huth Receives AAEP Good Works Distinction for July
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) commends Dr. Chris Huth, the July honoree of the Good Works for Horses campaign, for his volunteer efforts that are expanding horse health knowledge and know-how among young equine enthusiasts in Southern California.
