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What You Need to Know – ESC Mobile Hub Launches for KY State Fair’s World’s Championship – Offers Benefits to Exhibitors
In February 2024 the KY State Fair Board announced their decision to join Equine Sports Council’s Network of Sanctioned Horse Shows in their effort to obtain a new business partner for the World’s Championship Horse Show. The Leadership of ESC has taken a “heads down” approach in the efforts required to sanction this prestigious event on the green shavings. Aside from providing sanctioning, ESC felt the need to contribute outside of our swim lane to ensure the success of the 2024 WCHS. In April, it was learned that one of the breed associations could no longer sponsor the Youth Programs, and that the mobile application used by WCHS exhibitors was…
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What You Need to Know – KSF Drug Testing Targets Daily Sample Collection at WCHS
In the Countdown to Louisville, this article features the enhanced Animal Welfare initiatives implemented by KSF and ESC. These new animal protections will include daily randomized drug testing performed by an equine veterinarian at the KY State Fair’s World’s Championship Horse Show. All samples will be processed by an ISO certified drug lab with over 35 years of experience using strict Chain of Custody procedures. Download the Medication Quick Reference Guide, which was developed by veterinarians, and consists of many commonly used equine therapies. This guide outlines recommended dosage along with withdrawal times, when available, as well as Medical Reporting instructions. The Medication Process – Simplified by ESC SoftwareESC’s guidelines…
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American Horse Council
Washington, DC – June 2024 At the recent annual conference held in Washington DC the American Horse Council Foundation Board of Trustees approved the edition of the leadership team from Equine Sports Council to the National Show and Competition Committee. This national committee is comprised of equine leadership throughout the United States and collaborates on industry best practices that shape our equine show industry. Equine Sports Council is honored to contribute to these industry efforts going forward. The American Horse Council Foundation is a non-profit foundation structured to provide lobbying and consumer protections to the equine industry. The AHC National Show & Competition Committee consists of the following: Billy Smith,…
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Friesian Show Horse Rules Developed for ESC & 2025 National Championship Advisory Committee Organizes
Equine Sports Council (ESC) announces the DRAFT release of it’s Sports Concepts developed for the Friesian Show Horse division. The Friesian (FR) Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) is under selection and review. The FR PAC will offer guidance to the ESC board and leadership team as the Friesian Show Horse is welcomed into the 2025 ESC Network. The ESC Professional Advisory Committee for Friesian Show Horses will concentrate on the 2025 Show Season, seeking to establish a qualification system and organize a National Championship event within the ESC Network of horse shows. Horse shows that would like to offer Friesian classes in 2025 for Purebred or Half-bred Friesian show horses should…
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New ESC Medication Guidelines Outline Allowed Therapeutic Treatments
June 7, 2024 – Now available online are the ESC Medication Guidelines that outline allowed therapeutic treatments. “One positive change is allowing medications prescribed for Cushing’s and Navicular hoof disease at ESC events,” said Shane Darnell, ESC co-founder. “These medications, that are given daily at home, will be allowed to continue on the regular schedule without a withdrawal time.” A single ESC Medication Report will need to be filed at the start of the show with the prescribing vet’s contact information, diagnosis and prescription instructions. This single form will be sufficient for the duration of that show for those medications. Jackie Hale continued, “Another allowed treatment that we are very…
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Newmarket Equestrian Joins ESC Network & Hunter Jumper Events Begin Saturday
Saturday May 11, 2024 at the Commonwealth Park in Culpeper, Virginia a series of two Hunter Jumper shows kicks off that includes classes for Hunters, Jumpers, Jumper mini prix, Hunter Derby and Field Hunter division for Fox Hunters. Class prizes include leather halters, lead shanks and Dover Saddlery Gift Cards all made possible through sponsors of the shows. In October a second show series takes place where high point awards will be given based on winnings from the May and October events. These shows are rated by the Virginia Horse Shows Association and sanctioned by Equine Sports Council. ESC is honored to welcome Newmarket Equestrian Productions into our network of…
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USDA Begins Observations at Shows
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ESC Selects Industry Advisors for Collaborative Release of the 2024 Class Specifications
ESC has identified key industry advisors that will collaborate in the release of ESC’s 2024 Rules & Guidelines. This Advisory Team will be reviewing sports concepts for the individual breeds, and updating and adding Class Specifications for Saddlebreds, Hackneys and Roadsters. These additional class specifications will be made available in the coming weeks. ESC is also consulting with Veterinarians practicing in our show horse industry to advise on appropriate use of therapeutic drugs and medications. The working draft of the Drugs & Medications Policy can be reviewed at https://EquineSportsCouncil.org/dm ESC’s 2024 General Rules & Guidelines DRAFT, which defines roles and responsibilities and establishes the structure for ESC’s independent hearing process.…
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Letter to US Congress
2025 Horse Protection Act
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Professional Advisory Committee Named to Equine Sports Council
Equine Sports Council is honored to announce its Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) comprised of representatives who are industry leaders in the American Saddlebred, Morgan and Hackney breeds. These individuals are well respected and rely on the show horse industry to earn a living. Their expertise will be a resource for ESC’s Board of Directors in making key decisions. Donna Pettry-Smith heads the ESC PAC and is joined by David CaterJanet CramptonRobert GardinerTodd GrahamWill HarrisTom LowryBarbe SmithTom Thorpe The PAC aims to provide expert guidance and support in promoting the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and welfare in equine sports. With representatives across the country, these industry professionals will collaborate with…
