Submitted by Dr. Pat Grant, DVM A first ever Dude Ranch weekend rekindled the love of horses and the backcountry of California. Wanting to maximize our future enjoyment, the “discovery” of gaited ranch horses was perfect. Knowing that we wanted to enjoy cowboy activities we looked for MFT’s that had been started Read more
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A work day has been scheduled for the MFTHBA showgrounds in Ava, Missouri on August 24. Volunteers are welcome to arrive starting at 12 p.m. Activities will primarily be focused on stenciling numbers on camper spots. Organizers would like to have a general idea of the number of volunteers to expect so they Read more
Our new phone system has been installed. The office phone number and voicemail is now working (417-683-2468). Thank you so much for everyone’s patience. We appreciate your understanding as we worked to get a new system installed following a lightning strike.Read more
The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association released the ballot for the upcoming election. In the next several weeks, candidate biographies will be added to this announcement as they become available to assist MFTHBA members in learning more about the nominees. All individuals listed as a member in good Read more
As part of developing a new registry, membership, and show management database system, the MFTHBA is upgrading its server hardware. This hardware upgrade will begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, June 14. The upgrade is scheduled to be completed by noon on Monday, June 17. In addition to impacting the office staff’s Read more
The MFTHBA Board of Directors recently approved and posted a photographer and videographer policy for MFTHBA events. The following frequently asked questions (FAQ) list has been put together to assist visitors in better understanding the purpose and intent of the policy. The policy is available HERE. Why was the Read more
The MFTHBA Board of Directors recently approved a policy to address photography and videography on at the MFTHBA World Headquarters and Showgrounds. This policy will help protect the interests of the professionals hired for MFTHBA events. This policy will be in place for all MFTHBA activities. Professional Read more
FROM THE ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE. The MFTHBA is committed to hiring judges with integrity, knowledge, and professionalism. Being an MFTHBA carded judge is an honor and should be treated as such. Exhibitors spend time, energy, and money for travel, entry fees, and training to show their horses. In exchange, Read more
The Association will be using the rotation judge selection process for the 2019 Spring Show and Three Year Old Futurity. All MFTHBA carded judges were sent letters requesting if they would be able to participate in the pool. If you are a carded judge and do not receive a letter by April 26, please contact […]Read more
The MFTHBA’s Fox Trot America Program showed continued growth in 2018. Ninety-seven horses participated in the Fox Trot America with representation from all MFTHBA regions. The MFTHBA is excited to announce the 2018 regional Fox Trot America winners. These horses logged the largest number of hours ridden in their Read more