Online Entries The Expo At Glenrose
202 E Bo Gibbs Dr Glen Rose , TX 76043
Online Entries Willie Waggoner Memorial Arena
221 Rubicon Road Benton, La
Online Entries Extraco Events Center
4601 Bosque Boulevard, Waco, TX 76710
Online Entries Nolan County Expo Center
220 Coliseum, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Online Entries The Expo At Glenrose
202 E Bo Gibbs Dr Glen Rose , TX 76043
Online Entries Holybee Arena
2141 SW Wilshire Blvd, Burleson, TX 76028
AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) held a regularly scheduled Commission meeting April 12, 2022, at its headquarters in Austin. Per Texas Government Code §2001.039, the TAHC must review and consider each of its rules for re-adoption at least every four years. In compliance with §2001.039, the commission proposed review of the following rules: Chapter 31, Anthrax Chapter 34, Veterinary Biologics Chapter 35, Brucellosis Chapter 37, Screwworms Chapter 39, Scabies Chapter 49, Equine Chapter 58, Emergency Response and Management The rule reviews provide the public an opportunity to comment and suggest amendments on TAHC’s
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of equine piroplasmosis (EP) in a Lubbock County Quarter Horse. This is the first confirmed case of EP in Texas this year
AUSTIN, TX – Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials confirmed equine infectious anemia (EIA) in a Quarter Horse on a Kaufman County premises on January 20, 2022. This is the first confirmed case of EIA in Texas this year. The horse was confirmed positive after testing was performed to meet regulatory requirements. The premises has been quarantined and will not be released until the TAHC’s requirements are met. TAHC staff are working closely with the owner and local veterinarian to monitor potentially exposed horses and implement biosecurity measures. “Last year, 59 horses tested positive for equine infectious
Breakaway ropers, team ropers, and barrel racers all collided on the bricks of the Fort Worth Stockyards November 12 -14 for payouts exceeding a quarter of a million dollars!
COWGIRL Magazine has signed on as the new title sponsor of The Cowgirl Gathering Breakaway Roping event, one of the premier features in the rapidly expanding Cowgirl Gathering event at the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards. When? The Cowgirl Gathering Breakaway Roping kicks off on November 13, 2021, inside the historic Cowtown Coliseum in the Fort Worth Stockyards. What’s the Payout? The Cowgirl Gathering Breakaway Roping is one of the highest paying one-day ropings in the world. In its inaugural year, the all-women roping paid out more than $45,000 in eight hours along with a trove of other
Media Contacts: TAHC Communications public_info@tahc.texas.gov, 512.719.0750 AUSTIN, TX – Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials received confirmation of anthrax in a horse on an Armstrong County premises on August 20, 2021. This is the third confirmed case of anthrax in Texas this year. The premises is located in the southern portion of the county and has been quarantined. TAHC rules require proper disposal of affected carcasses and vaccination of other livestock on the premises prior to release of the quarantine. “The TAHC will continue to closely monitor the situation and encourage producers in the county to consult
AUSTIN, TX – Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials received confirmation of anthrax in a cow on a Hardeman County premises on August 6, 2021. This is the second Texas county, following Val Verde County in July, to have a confirmation this year. The premises is located in the northern portion of the county, northwest of Quanah, TX, and has been quarantined. TAHC rules require proper disposal of affected carcasses and vaccination of other cattle on the premises prior to release of the quarantine. “TAHC personnel will continue to closely monitor the case in Hardeman County,” said
The American Paint Horse Association and Brumbaugh’s Fine Home Furnishings have partnered together to kick off the 2021 Cowgirl Gathering with a Western art show like you have never seen—introducing The Cowtown Collection! The event is designed to showcase the craftsmanship of leading Western artisans.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — Tennessee’s state veterinarian is encouraging horse owners to get their horses vaccinated for Potomac Horse Fever after four cases were confirmed across the state, including in Northeast Tennessee. The Department of Agriculture says cases have been confirmed in four horses in Hawkins, Robertson, Sullivan, and Wilson counties. The horse in Wilson County had to be euthanized. Click here for more of this story
On July 8, 2021, the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) Veterinary Services (VS) reported active cases of Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis (VEE) in Mexico. At this time, the confirmations are not close to the Texas-Mexico border. However, due to abundant rainfall across the state, mosquito activity is expected to increase which could facilitate the transport of this disease across Mexico into the United States.
AUSTIN, TX –The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) continues to work with local, state, federal, and non-governmental partners to address the severe winter weather effects on Texas livestock and poultry. “Our hearts go out to all who are affected by the winter storms,” said Dr. Andy Schwartz, TAHC Executive Director. “We are grateful for the support and resources our government and non-government partners are providing.” Below please find animal specific resources that can help you recover from these winter storm events and guide you through the recovery process. Stray Livestock In extreme winter weather, fences can be
AUSTIN, TX – Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials confirmed equine infectious anemia (EIA) in one Quarter Horse on a Dallas County premises on January 26, 2021. This is the first confirmed case of EIA in Texas this year. The horse was confirmed positive after testing was performed to meet regulatory requirements. The premises has been quarantined and will not be released until TAHC’s requirements are met. TAHC staff are working closely with the owner and local veterinarian to monitor potentially exposed horses and implement biosecurity measures. “Last year, 17 horses tested positive for equine infectious anemia
FORT WORTH – The Cowgirl Gathering, coming up November 13-15, 2020, in Fort Worth, Texas, announces its newest partnership with Classic Equine and Rattler Ropes—both divisions of Equibrand Products Group. This weekend takeover of the historic Fort Worth Stockyards highlights cowgirls’ skills in breakaway roping, team roping and barrel racing, while also showcasing exhilarating and engaging female speakers, and much more. This inaugural event, believed to become a must-attend celebration for Western women everywhere and a staple of cowgirl culture for years to come, will be an experience never before seen across the Western industry. “We are
FORT WORTH – The Cowgirl Gathering is pleased to announce Kimes Ranch as the title sponsor of The Cowgirl Gathering’s Essence Exchange—a two-day speaking engagement held November 14-15, 2020, in the Cowboy Channel studios located in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. This inaugural event, believed to become a must-attend celebration for Western women everywhere and a staple of cowgirl culture for years to come, will be an experience never before seen across the Western industry. “The goal of The Cowgirl Gathering is to honor the Western women who have paved the path for our industry,” APHA Chief
As the state prepares for Hurricane Laura to make landfall along the Texas-Louisiana border, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) encourages animal owners to take the necessary precautions to protect their animals and themselves from anticipated heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flash flooding.