Tag: Nov/Dec 2025

by Leigh Ann Matthews Oklahoma recently lost a legendary member of the Checotah steer wrestling dynasty. Bill Duvall, one of the originators of the town’s steer wrestling fame, passed away July 13 at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Imogene; son Sam Duvall...

by CRAIG STARK, BS, CJF, DipWCF Certification Committee Chairman, AFA When winter arrives in Oklahoma, horse owners face a unique mix of challenges. The state’s climate swings from mild, sunny days to icy storms, often with rapid changes in temperature and footing conditions. These fluctuations can have a direct effect...

By Anna Holton-Dean Photos courtesy of Sienna Busking Sienna Busking doesn’t let a challenge define her. The Owasso native recently earned the title of 2025 Adequan/USEF Intermediaire Para Dressage National Champion. While the Adequan/USEF championship is a significant accomplishment, Busking has her sights set even higher, to represent the United States in...

by Sharon Bishop-Baldwin Oklahoma State University is preparing to break ground on a $329 million state-of-the-art veterinary teaching hospital in Stillwater, a project leaders say will have positive ripple effects across the state. The new facility is expected to elevate care for both livestock and beloved companion animals while helping OSU’s...

by Leigh Ann Matthews Photos courtesy of the PRCA Oklahoma will be well represented at the 67th Annual Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 10-night event at the Thomas & Mack Center begins Dec. 4 and wraps up Dec. 13, with the crowning of the 2025 World...

by Ashley Daily In 1984, the Lazy E Ranch and Arena opened its gates, cementing its place in both Oklahoma and rodeo history. “The Fabulous Lazy E,” located in Guthrie, was the brainchild of E.K. Gaylord II, whose family was dedicated to the horse industry and Western lifestyle. The primary goal...

Gifts for Every Cowboy and Cowgirl The holiday season offers a chance to slow down, gather with loved ones and celebrate life’s simple joys — the crackle of a fire, the chill of a winter morning ride, and the quiet moments shared with family and friends. It’s a time to...

by Abigail Stark It is a freezing morning in late January. The snow is shin-deep with a crust of ice, and all you want is a warm fire and hot coffee. But the horses need fed. The stock tanks are frozen solid, the barn entrance is a skating rink, and your...

by Ashley Daily Photos courtesy of Equine Medical Associates Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), more commonly known as equine Cushing’s disease, is an endocrine disorder that affects equids. Equine Cushing’s differs slightly from the form that affects dogs and humans, which is why it is now mostly referred to as PPID. The...

by Ashley Daily November is National Senior Pet Month, a time to recognize and celebrate our aging companions. While many people think first of dogs and cats, horses are also beloved pets whose care needs change with age — especially during the winter months. Winters in Oklahoma are generally mild, but...