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    What Do Sunrises and Equine Joint Health Have in Common?

    November 9, 2023 /

    All horses are suspectable to joint wear and tear in their lives. In this blog by Holly Helbig, DVM, Equine Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis, learn some of the signs of deteriorating joint health, and what you can do to help prevent it.

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    The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. Awards College Scholarships to Members

    August 26, 2023 /

    In 2023, USPC has awarded a total of $7,500 in college scholarships to seven Pony Club members. Read more about the scholarships available and this year's recipients.

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    Pony Club Activities,  Pony Club Blog,  Special Events,  USPC Championships,  USPC Festival

    Save the Dates for the 2024 USPC Festival

    August 16, 2023 /

    The USPC Festival is an incredibly special event for the United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club). Held every three years at the iconic Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., it’s a celebration of the best that Pony Club has to offer with a weeklong schedule of Championships competition, education, and plenty of fun with Pony Club friends and family, and spectators, as well.

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    "Say What?" Quiz,  Dressage,  Eventing,  Foxhunting,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  Play Games,  Polocrosse,  Pony Club Activities,  Pony Club Blog,  Show Jumping,  Slices of Life,  Tetrathlon,  Trail,  Western

    Discover New Activities and Disciplines with Pony Club

    July 13, 2023 /

    Are you looking to mix up your Pony Club activities? There are plenty of Pony Club activities that don't have to be mounted! Check out some suggestions for learning something new.

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  • Horse Management,  Pony Club Blog

    Caring for Your Newborn Foal

    June 26, 2023 /

    Unlike human babies, most foals are born without a medical team—so knowing what to expect and what to be on the lookout for is essential to starting foals off on the right hoof. Follow these tips from the experts at Zoetis Equine, the official equine health and wellness partner of USPC.

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  • A stuffed horse sitting on a table, looking out the window over the city of St. Louis.
    Annual Meetings,  Pony Club Activities,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love,  Special Events,  USPC Convention

    St. Louis Celebration: 2023 USPC Convention Recap

    June 21, 2023 /

    St. Louis, Mo., was the setting for the 2023 USPC Convention, Sponsored by Stephens College and Supported by Via Nova Training. Read all about the fun activities and events that occurred during the 2023 USPC Convention.

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    Horse Management,  Pony Club Blog,  Tips From Pony Club Pros

    Six Winter Grooming Challenges

    February 8, 2023 /

    With winter comes a change in your horse's coat, and your grooming habits. Knowing how to take care of your horse's winter coat is essential to ensuring he has a healthy summer coat, as well. Learn tips from a grooming expert from Shapley's, the official grooming products sponsor of the U.S. Pony Clubs, about how to overcome these six common winter grooming challenges.

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  • A Pony Club member with her horse waiting while a vet checks the heart rate of the horse after a Cross Country round.
    Horse Management,  Instruction,  Pony Club Blog,  Tips From Pony Club Pros

    Taking Your Horse’s Vital Signs

    December 12, 2022 /

    Do you know how to take your horse's temperature, pulse, and respiration (TPR)? This is especially important for monitoring the overall health and wellbeing of your horse. Learn the steps to taking TPR and just how much insight they can give on your horse.

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    Horse Management,  National Youth Board,  Pony Club Blog

    Keeping Horses Warm in the Winter

    November 14, 2022 /

    The weather is getting chillier, and with that comes the debate on whether or not to blanket your horse. Here we have some tips on how to help you determine if your horse would benefit from a blanket.

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  • Horse Management,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love,  USPC Championships,  USPC Festival

    Biosecurity: Trusted Protection, Fast Detection

    October 7, 2022 /

    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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