With United States Department of Agriculture veterinarians and compliance officers present throughout the event, more than 97% of the horses inspected at the 42nd annual Celebration Fun Show were compliant with the Horse Protection Act that is designed to eliminate soring in the training of Tennessee Walking Horses. On Sunday, May 27, 2012, Dr. Stephen
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Lewisburg, TN – The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) is no longer a member of the Unity Committee. The reasoning behind this action was primarily based on a desire to see the leadership of the industry in the hands of only membership driven organizations such as the Walking Horse Owners’ Association (WHOA),
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Letter To The Editor Nashville Tennessean The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) is appalled and disgusted by the recent horrific video and stories of horse abuse within the Tennessee Walking Horse industry. TWHBEA has issued a response to this inhumane treatment and has barred both Jackie McConnell and Barney Davis from registering
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Justin Richard Taylor and Amanda Huneycutt Campbell were married May 29, 2012 in Bowling Green, KY. Justin is the son of Ricky and Donna Taylor of Columbia, KY and is employed at Todd Smith Stables in Bowling Green. Amanda is the daughter of John and Lynda Huneycutt of Locust, NC and currently works for The
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SHELBYVILLE, TN – The Sale of Champions horse sale held their Spring Fun Show Sale at the Champions Arena across the street from the Calsonic Arena. The date of this sale was May 26, 2012, at 10:00 am. The sale had a tack sale at 9:00 a.m. prior to the horses being presented for auction.
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Billie Nipper has once again made a great piece of artwork. She has recently finished the portrait/painting of 2011 World Grand Champion, Gameworld. The official stud shot was photographed by PJ Wamble, and the action shot by Shane Shiflet. This would make a gorgeous picture to hang on your wall. Contact Billie Nipper to get
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Lewisburg, TN – The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) is proud to announce that online registration is now live. This capability has been in the works for quite some time and the Association is pleased to be able to offer this new convenience to Tennessee Walking Horse breeders and owners the world
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Lewisburg, TN – At the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ And Exhibitors’ Association International Board of Directors Meeting, a motion was passed unanimously to honor Andy Adkins, the beloved young owner, exhibitor and trainer that tragically passed away in an auto accident last week. A motion was passed unanimously to declare Saturday, May 26th, 2012 Andy
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A Media Release from the State of Tennessee Department of Agriculture SUSPECTED EQUINE HERPES CASES REPORTED IN TENNESSEE NASHVILLE, Tenn.- The Tennessee Department of Agriculture has received reports of suspected cases of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) infection in horses that participated in a recent trail ride in Tennessee. Six to 8 suspected cases of the
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