EquiManagement – Business Solutions for Equine Practitioners
September 3, 2015
by American Horse Council
Dr. Glenn Blodgett of Guthrie, Texas has been elected to the American Horse Council’s Board of Trustees. Blodgett is the current president of the American Quarter Horse Association.
“The work of the American Horse Council is crucial to the future of the equine industry,” said Blodgett. “AQHA has been actively involved with the American Horse Council since its formation in 1969, and together we’ve made a considerable impact when it comes to equine matters in Washington. I am honored to serve as an AHC trustee and continue our work to ensure the horse industry is represented properly. I look forward to working with others in the industry to make sure the well-being of all horses and horsemen remains a priority.”
Blodgett became an AQHA director in 1991, and in 2011, he elevated to director-at-large. Blodgett served on the AQHA Stud Book and Registration Committee and as its chairman. He also served on the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Selection Committee, as well as the American Quarter Horse Foundation, AQHA Ranching, and Marketing and Membership councils.
Blodgett received his bachelor’s degree in animal science from Oklahoma State University and earned his degree in veterinary medicine from Texas A&M University, and he has since been recognized as an outstanding alumnus by both universities.
In 1982, Blodgett became the resident veterinarian and manager of the horse division at the Four Sixes Ranch. In his tenure at the Four Sixes, which is located near Guthrie, Texas, the ranch has become an all-time leading breeder of both racing and performance American Quarter Horses, and in 1993, won the AQHA Best Remuda Award. In addition to its cattle, the horse operation raises racing, performance and ranch horses. Blodgett is the recipient of the 2011 AQHA Racing Council Special Recognition Award.
“The AHC is very pleased to have Dr. Blodgett join the AHC board. His horse and livestock experience will be invaluable. He also brings a ranching and western background that will be very helpful,” said AHC President Jay Hickey.
He and his wife, Karen, have two daughters: Buffie Guynes, who lives with husband Michael and daughters Catherine, Rebecca and Clair, in Keller, Texas; and Brandie Mustian, who lives with husband Mike, son Maddox and daughter Myla in Weatherford, Texas.
As the national association representing all segments of the horse industry in Washington, D.C., the American Horse Council works daily to represent equine interests and opportunities. Organized in 1969, the AHC promotes and protects the industry by communicating with Congress, federal agencies, the media and the industry on behalf of all horse related interests each and every day. The AHC is member supported by individuals and organizations representing virtually every facet of the horse world from owners, breeders, veterinarians, farriers, breed registries and horsemen’s associations to horse shows, race tracks, rodeos, commercial suppliers and state horse councils.
