Take a trip back in time as Richard Chamberlain, senior writer for The American Quarter Horse Racing Journal, turns the clock and tells the tale of Peter McCue, a stallion that 5.1 million of today’s 5.3 million registered Quarter Horses trace their heritage to.

What do Be A Bono and With All Probablity have in common – other than that they both are American Quarter Horses who reached the top of their games, the former as world champion racehorse and the latter as an AQHA World Show Superhorse?

Most likely, you know of a Quarter Horse that is related to the great Peter McCue. Learn everything there is to know about Peter McCue from his humble beginnings, his race career, where he lived, his owners and much more in AQHA’s FREE report, The Gospel According to Peter.

In his prime, Peter was 16 hands and 1,430 pounds. This bay stallion was the fastest 2-year old of his time in America, with his best distance being the half mile. The Gospel According to Peter report includes a reprinted article from a Chicago newspaper during Peter’s 2-year old campaign recounting his maiden race, a tale of the true athleticism that the rookie team of Peter and his jockey possessed.

Trace your way, literally, through the American Quarter Horse’s foundation bloodlines with a diagram of all the foundation bloodlines and the great stallions that have made the Quarter Horse what it is today. This will allow you to not only read about the horses and their bloodlines, but also visualize how all of the old great Quarter Horses paved the way for today’s Quarter Horse.

Where did Peter McCue get his great traits that he passed on? Find out in this report. Just a few to whet your appetite would be Old Cold Deck, Steel Dust and Shiloh. Go further in depth and uncover the stories of generations of great breeding, all linked to Peter McCue, one of the most influential Quarter Horse stallions.

What made Peter McCue such an instrumental stallion in the early 1900s? Determine for yourself in The Gospel According to Peter. Was it the fact that he gave birth to two of the original 19 foundation sires found in the AQHA Studbook? Is it the fact that the first horse ever to be registered, Wimpy P1, was a direct descendent of Peter? Maybe it is the fact that, out of the first 11,510 Quarter Horses to be registered between when Wimpy was registered and the joining AQHA, the American Quarter Racing Association and the National Quarter Horse Breeders Association, 2,304 of the horses traced their male lines to Peter McCue.

AQHA’s FREE Young Horse Joint Health report explains why a condition called Osteochondritis Dissecans causes more than just normal “growth pains” in young horses. This condition actually occurs when the bone and cartilage in the joints of a young horse form incorrectly, causing the cartilage at the end of the bone to separate. This leads to an unneeded cartilage flap and inflammation of the joint. The joints that OCD most frequently affect are the hock, stifle, fetlock and shoulder.

Within this report you will learn about all the aspects of this common horse condition, including:

• How OCD occurs

• Signs of OCD

• Causes of OCD

• How OCD is diagnosed

• Treatment of OCD

• Prevention of OCD

• Purchasing advice

Read expert insights on OCD, such as Dr. C. Wayne McIlwraith, the Barbara Cox Anthony University chair in orthopedics at Colorado State University, the leading researcher in equine joint problems.

Although severe cases cause obvious lameness, other minor cases can be hard to detect.

“In less severe cases, horses may go on to have an athletic career and only develop clinical signs when they’re 3, 4 or 5,” McIlwraith says.

Protect your horse and pocketbook with the FREE Young Horse Joint Health report. It will help you understand this condition so you can spot it before it becomes an issue. Treatment for OCD typically requires arthroscopic surgery. If left untreated, OCD can end a horse’s athletic career.

Dr. Paul Edmonds of Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery of Weatherford, Texas, says one of the earliest signs of OCD to watch for in young horses is joint swelling, caused by increased synovial fluid.

Young Horse Joint Health explains different factors that can cause this crippling condition, including:

• genetic predisposition

• fast growth and body size

• nutritional imbalances

• mechanical stress or trauma.

In this report, you’ll learn about the studies pin-pointing these different causes.

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breaks down OCD into understandable terms.

“I liken OCD to human heart disease. We all have various levels of genetic tendency toward heart disease. If we’ve got good genes, we can afford to be fat and lazy and not exercise. If we’ve got bad genes, even all the exercise and perfect diet in the world might not protect us,” McIlwraith says.

The No. 1 prevention method is to make good use of a pre-purchase exam, including radiographs and X-rays of a horse’s joints, before you buy him and bring him home.

“It’s not in every horse, but I think it’s out there enough that if I were a buyer and putting a lot of money into a horse, spending some money on taking the X-rays would be warranted,” Edmond says.

Cuts and wounds are inevitably going to happen to your horse. Are you prepared? Download AQHA’s FREE Horse Wound Care report so you will be able to properly treat your horse in the event of an injury.

Within this report you will find:

• Components of a first-aid kit
• How to care for a horse’s wound
• When to call the vet
• How to prepare for the vet’s visit
• A five-step picture guide on how to properly bandage a minor leg wound
• And more!

Educate yourself on when it is imperative that you contact the vet and when you can take care of the injury at home.

“Many of the cases that veterinarians deal with, and that I dealt with through my career through referral, are ones that were managed in most cases initially by the horse owners,” says Dr. Ted Stashak, a professor emeritus

at Colorado State University. “Unfortunately, because of lack of recognition of how serious an injury it was, it then became serious because if became infected.”

Dr. Stashak wrote “Equine Wound Management,” was the editor for “Adams’ Lameness in Horses” and was the main author and editor for “The Horse Owner’s Guide to Lameness.”

There are some areas on the horse that can appear to be minor injuries but can actually cause more damage than what can be seen on the exterior. These “danger zones” are highlighted for you in the FREE Horse Wound Care report so you won’t make the mistake of classifying a more serious wound for a minor cut. Most of the danger zones lie over synovial structures that are at risk for infection when injured or damaged. These synovial structures are found mainly in the joints and are protective sheaths for tendons. If the wound starts discharging a yellowish fluid around one of these areas, it is most likely the synovial protective fluid and requires immediate care from a veterinarian.

Don’t grab for that hydrogen peroxide and nitrofurazone product too quickly when it comes to your horse’s wound first-aid. The Horse Wound Care report explains why these commonly used first-aid products might not be the best choice for your horse to heal the fastest. This report instead will tell you the best cleaning methods, including which cleaners to use, the dilutions to use them at and the correct cleaning procedures.

Do you know the ideal pressure to wash out a wound with? Did you know that you are supposed to wash out the wound at an angle? The Horse Wound Care report will make you a more prepared horse owner by explaining these tips and much more for you next horse injury.

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AQHA’s Versatility Ranch Horse competition is attracting more and more people to the show ring. But for many of them, there’s just one catch: the roping. One of the VRH classes is working ranch horse, in which riders are required to rope a cow or else lose points.

But AQHA Professional Horseman Patrick Hooks of Texhoma, Oklahoma, says that roping shouldn’t be a deterrent to anyone – it doesn’t take magic, just knowledge and lots of practice. You’ll have to provide the desire and the practice time … but Pat is offering to provide the knowledge, through the Roping Basics FREE report.

He’ll start by introducing you to the terminology (what is a “spoke,” anyway?) and the types of ropes that are available. (Does “60-foot 5/16-inch XXX soft nylon with a swivel honda” make sense to you? It will, after reading this report!)

With plenty of step-by-step photos, Pat shows you how to build a loop and swing a rope. And he even injects a little humor along the way, by quoting Will Rogers as saying that as someone was learning how to rope, there would be times he would call his rope anything but a rope.

“If you’re just starting out, be patient,” Pat says. “Roping will eventually become very rewarding and enjoyable as you progress. But know that some shots take years to learn. So please be patient with yourself as you learn the basics and about the many different shots that can be thrown. Recognize your accomplishments as you begin and realize there will be a building-block learning process.”

Start that process now by downloading Pat’s FREE report, Roping Basics.

Is there a tricky maneuver you’d like to teach your horse, but you need help? What about that rope halter that you just can’t figure out how to tie? No problem!

America’s Horse Daily has dozens of FREE reports to help you become a better rider, trainer, competitor and horse owner. Download as many free reports as you’d like, and print copies for your barn, home and trailer. Share them with family and friends, and have a blast in the barn this summer!

1. Horse Color and Markings Chart – The AQHA Horse Color and Markings Chart has a world of horse markings and color information packed onto just one page.
2. Showmanship Basics – Trainers Brad and Valerie Keams give you tips and tricks about every aspect of showmanship from basic maneuvers to picking out the right show halter for your horse.
3. How to Make a Rope Halter – Two experts at Columbia Basin Knot Company shared with The American Quarter Horse Journal their 34-step process for making a quality homemade rope halter.
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6. Become a Horse Color Coat Expert – Learn all of the approved American Quarter Horse colors and the infinite possibilities for your future foals.
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8. How to Tie a Rope Halter – Expert tack maker Dennis Moreland explains in simple terms how to tie a rope halter.
   
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AQHA’s 2008 showmanship world champion Nicole Barnes knows how to perform a perfect showmanship pattern for the judges. Learn her secrets in AQHA’s FREE Showmanship Basics report!

In this valuable report, Nicole’s trainers, Brad and Valerie Kearns, explain:

• The basics of the quarter system, the established method for inspecting and showing horses at halter
• How to get your horse sparkling clean and outfitted in a well-fitting leather halter
• How to attain the correct positions beside your horse
• The many maneuvers judges can call for in a showmanship pattern
• How to practice a pattern at home
• How to streamline your routine for quickness and accuracy
• And more tips for gaining an edge on other showmanship competitors

Plus, Brad and Valerie explain why showmanship is the perfect event for people who can’t afford an expensive horse.

“Showmanship is a class where you can be on a limited budget, work hard and be competitive even at the national level,” they said. “The class isn’t judged on who has the most expensive outfit or fanciest halter. The AQHA rulebook calls for you to be neatly attired and your horse to be well-groomed.”

The Showmanship Basics report offers numerous full-color photos of Nicole and her Quarter Horse, Zippos Ace Of Spades, modeling correct and incorrect showmanship positions. You’ll also get a detailed practice pattern to help you polish your skills at home.

You’ll also get a good grasp of what judges are looking for.

Showmanship is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in showing their horse in competition. And with a little guidance, you can be on your way to a blue ribbon!

“To win in showmanship requires practice at home,” the Kearns said. “You can’t win if you and your horse can’t complete every maneuver with precision. Think of the show as a job interview, where you and your horse should look your best. In the end, it isn’t the competitor with the most expensive horse or outfit who wins. The gold buckle or trophy goes to the person who was the most effectively prepared on any given day.”

“People often ask me where I learn the many tips I suggest to them. All I have to

say is that I am an avid reader of Americas Horse Daily. Americas Horse Daily has proven to be a great resource for me. I especially enjoy the training and showing tips. I am one of those people who likes learning and trying new things with my horses. I love how I can print out the free reports and have a written copy to take out and use in the barn. The articles and tips are brief but detailed enough for anyone to use. This is ideal for my busy lifestyle. I often find myself sharing the free reports with my daughter and her 4-H friends at clinics and other events. The greatest reward is to place in the show ring, and I find satisfaction in knowing that I did the work all by myself, without the use of a costly professional trainer. It just goes to show that you can be successful with good information and the ambition to see it through. The difference between try and triumph is a little ‘umph!’ “

Julie Kunz
Clear Lake, MN

AQHA's free report, Horse Handicapping 101, gets you on track to having a great time at the races.

You'll learn the basics of betting and different strategies for playing the odds.

This guide is divided into three sections:

• Elementary School – Getting Acquainted With Your Track covers track accommodations, types of wagers and some easy wagering options

• Middle School talks about exotic wagers that are easy for beginners

• High School familiarizes newcomers with more sophisticated methods for making selections.

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Practical and inexpensive, rope halters are a time-honored tradition for many horsemen and a wonderful training tool.

Two experts at Columbia Basin Knot Company shared with The American Quarter Horse Journal their 34-step process for making a quality homemade rope halter. In our How to Make a Rope Halter report, each step includes a full-color photo to help guide you through the process.

Here's Step 1 of creating your very own rope halter:

When tying halters for the first time, use 22 to 25 feet of rope. Once you become proficient, you can make a halter with about 20 feet of rope. Take your piece of rope and fold it in half. At the center point, tie a simple overhand knot. Snug the knot up. Then to the left of the knot, tie another simple overhand knot. Now you have two simple overhand knots. The knots should be 11 inches from the middle of one knot to the middle of the other knot. Adjust the knots until they are 11 inches apart, and tighten them up. Then take the rope and fold it with the two overhand knots together.

In this valuable report, you'll master the fiador knot and understand how to cut and whip the rope with a soldering iron or rope cutting gun.

Making your own rope halter will be a rewarding experience. We look forward to hearing how this free report helped you enjoy your horses just a little more! Be sure to use the comments feature to let us kn

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“I have tied rope halters for years. In those years, we have seen several methods of doing it. Some of those methods were very crude! These directions are very much the same as mine, plainly stated and simple to follow.

Now when someone wants me to teach them, I can say 'Go to americashorsedaily.com, and download the free instructions.' Good job!”

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As a trainer of halter horses, AQHA Professional Horseman Randy Jacobs of Dover, Ohio, knows a lot about clipping horses. He has clipped hundreds, from weanlings to stallions to his daughter's old pleasure gelding.

In the Horse Clipping Tips report, Randy offers his tried-and-true advice on setting yourself up for clipping success, even if that's not what your horse has in mind.

Have the Right Attitude

In Randy's opinion, you won't get anywhere with your horse, regardless of his attitude, if you don't have the right attitude.

“It takes a lot of patience,” he says. “So many people want to rush and get it done in a hurry. Take your time.”

If you rush, you increase the chances of having a bad experience.

“Avoid bad experiences,” Randy says. “Like spooking them or getting a horse hurt. And when I say hurt, I mean just something as small as nicking him with the clippers. It hurts, and he won't want it to happen again.

“Every bad experience only makes the next time worse.”

Get the rest of the story in AQHA's FREE Horse Clipping Tips report. Download it today, and share it with your horse-show friends!

“This horse clipping article really helped. We have shown a sorrel with lots of chrome for several years. Like it said, patience is a big part of getting a good clipping. I have learned to clip early in the week before the show, have the horse clean, particularly the white stockings, and mostly to take my time. The difference in results and the h

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“I enjoyed the clipping tips, especially how to maintain a safe clipping environment. It helped me realize I need a clean animal, sharp blades and the right type of clippers. Having help is something we sometimes cut corners on, but I agree when it comes to the right attitude that will carry you far in any endeavor.”

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The rope halter is a valuable tool, but it needs to be used correctly. A poorly tied rope halter can put your horse in danger, so it's worth your time to learn how to properly use it and keep your horse safe.

In AQHA's FREE How to Tie a Rope Halter report, expert tack maker Dennis Moreland explains in simple terms how to tie a rope halter.

“I prefer to use rope halters on my horses. I have to admit, I've been too embarrassed to tell anyone I didn't know how to properly tie them and I would not ask for help. This article, with numbered steps and matching photos, made it so simple to understand and follow. Now I can tie them properly every time. Proper tying is safer for me and my horse and gives me more overall self-confidence working with my horses.”

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This easy-to-read, two-page report explains conformation standards and what to look for when judging a horse – at a show or for possible purchase.

The report also gives a history of the American Quarter Horse and the Association’s goals. American Quarter Horse Conformation Standards is a helpful guide for anyone interested in learning more about the breed or the Association.

“People often ask me where I learn the many tips I suggest to them. All I have to say is that I am an avid reader of Americas Horse Daily. Americas Horse Daily has proven to be a great resource for me. I especially enjoy the training and showing tips. I am one of those people who likes learning and trying new things with my horses. I love how I can print out the free reports and have a written copy to take out and use in the barn. The articles and tips are brief but detailed enough for anyone to use. This is ideal for my busy lifestyle. I often find myself sharing the free reports with my daughter and her 4-H friends at clinics and other events. The greatest reward is to place in the show ring, and I find satisfaction in knowing that I did the work all by myself, without the use of a costly professional trainer. It just goes to show that you can be successful with good information and the ambition to see it through. The difference between try and triumph is a little ‘umph!’ “

Julie Kunz
Clear Lake, MN

Learn a dressage-based exercise created by Ellen Eckstein and Tom Dorrance that teaches your horse the beginning of self carriage.

In this FREE 15-page booklet, you’ll learn the Reach Forward Exercise.

This exercise progresses from the horse stepping out, in a type of turn on the forehand, with large confident steps from behind, to stepping under and forward with large confident steps from behind. It also explains to the horse that when the rider reaches for the rein, the rider wants activity. That the rider wants the horse to come from behind, and step up to the rider’s light hand.