Day: May 1, 2013

The American Paint Horse Association proudly announces a new partnership with USRider, the national provider of roadside emergency assistance for equestrians. The partnership establishes USRider as the official roadside service provider for APHA and is one of the new benefits and substantial savings offered to members through APHA Xtras. APHA Executive Director Billy Smith says APHA is excited about adding USRider to its new Xtras program. “This relationship will give all of our members who haul up and down the highways of the United States a level of security that’s hard to match with other travel services,”

Created in Fall 2012 to promote excellence in the Paint Horse industry, the Paint Horse Journal Elite Team is comprised of world champion trainers dedicated to improving the breed and upholding a standard among professional horsemen. Additionally, these talented trainers believe in the power of a consistent presence in the Paint Horse Journal, the American Paint Horse Association’s official publication for Paint Horse lovers everywhere. Recently, John Yarnelle of Fort Wayne, Indiana, joined the team. A lifelong Paint Horse enthusiast, John started showing at age 7 and trained his first horse at age 16. John’s credentials include