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Kim Berkley: From National Horse Champion to Obedience Dog Training Legend

Kim Berkley, a renowned dog trainer and handler from Caseyville, IL, is a prominent figure in national obedience competitions, known for handling top-ranking dogs like Border Collies Zayne and Zuko, and English Springer Spaniel Dolly. Before her success in...

Karin Donckers Reflects on the Retirement of Fletcha van’t Verahof, a Horse of a Lifetime

Belgian rider Karin Donckers recently marked the end of an extraordinary career with her longtime eventing partner, Fletcha van’t Verahof, a remarkable 20-year-old horse who has competed at the highest levels for over a decade. Despite Fletcha’s advanced age,...

Ruffian at 50: Remembering the Legendary Filly and Her Tragic Final Race

Fifty years ago at Belmont Park, the legendary filly Ruffian, often regarded as one of the greatest female racehorses in American history, faced off in a highly anticipated match race against the top 3-year-old colt Foolish Pleasure. Undefeated and...

Dallas County Fair Opens Tuesday in Adel with 4H Activities and Family BBQ

The Dallas County Fair in Adel is set to open on Tuesday, featuring a variety of 4H activities. Animal check-ins will take place throughout the morning, with specific times for swine, Clover Kids Bottle Animals, sheep, goats, beef, bucket...

39 Horses Seized from Townshend Farm Show Signs of Neglect as Animal Cruelty Investigation Continues

In June 2025, 39 horses were seized from the Friesians of Majesty farm in Townshend, Vermont, marking the fourth and largest seizure in two years amid an ongoing animal cruelty investigation. Many horses suffered from neglect-related conditions such as...

NSW Parliament Debates Repeal of Controversial Kosciuszko Wild Horse Heritage Act

The NSW Parliament recently debated repealing the Kosciuszko Wild Horse Heritage Act, a law protecting feral horses in the alpine national park, following a community-driven campaign with over 11,300 petition signatures. The petition, led by the Invasive Species Council...
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