Each year, the team behind the Horse Expo Pomona updates its Expo event at the Los Angeles County Fairgrounds, and this year, some of the innovations will be the venue itself! A new entry gate for closer parking plus moving the main horse arena and practice arena closer to the Expo halls are just two of the great updates for the 2015 Expo Pomona, scheduled for Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at the Fairplex in Pomona. Horse Expo Pomona offers something for every horse enthusiast. Learn from renowned professionals such as Chris Cox, Craig Cameron, Jonathan Field, Kalley Krickeberg, Brandi Lyons, Larry Whitesell and many more! Popular returning attractions will be the California Classic, Young Rider Park, Breed Revelation, Trail Symposium, University, Ultimate Super Horse, and the Great American Truck Display.  More than 300 exhibits will offer the latest products and services from riding apparel, tack, nutrition, horse supplies and trailers to art, jewelry, equipment and items for your home and ranch.  For more info, call (800) 352-2411, or see the ad on page 20. For discounted tickets, schedules and a complete list of clinicians, go to or visit www.horseexpoevents.com.

Don’t miss this sale! Mike’s Livestock Auction in Mira Loma is holding a public auction Jan. 17-18, featuring horses, Western wear, saddles and saddle making equipment. Silver City Western Wear has closed, and everything must go, from over 1,600 pair of top brand boots, silver and gold jewelry, racks of clothing, hundreds of straw and felt hats and much more! Then on Sunday, Jan. 18, more than 60 head of very nice horses (all from one ranch) will be sold. Check out photos of the horses and more, at Mike’s Livestock Auction Facebook page, and call (541) 592-4300 for more details! See the ad on page 79.

M. Stein Physical Therapy is proud to offer HealFast Therapy, one of BioElectrics’ award-winning products that is designed for delivering PEMF (pulsed electro-magnetic field therapy) in a very safe, scientifically proven, user-friendly, effective and drug-free unit. Medical research shows that extremely weak pulsed radio frequency signals are more effective than other signals (i.e. light therapy, ultrasound) in treating a wide range of acute injuries and chronic conditions. HealFast is the animal label of an FDA-approved device for the reduction of pain, swelling and inflammation following facial surgery in humans. It is being used by other medical specialists for various purposes. HealFast is so safe, effective, light and inexpensive that it make sense to keep one on hand or to give one as a gift. Detailed information for you and for your veterinarian is available at www.msteinpt.com, and check out the ad on page 25!

The Yucaipa Valley Horse Show Association is gearing up for 2015, with their just-released High Point Open Horse Show Series event dates. YVHSA will offer both English and Western classes, including halter, showmanship, lead-line and trail. All shows will be held at the Yucaipa Equestrian Arena, which features great new improvements – including new footing in both arenas, new snack bar and bathroom facilities. And to start off the show season, YVHSA will be having an Open Schooling Show on Jan. 24! So bring out your fuzzy four-legged friend and get warming up for the next show year! For show premium and details, call (909) 795-3144 and see their ad on page 79!

Sher Mar Enterprises wants to help honor all who served, by donating money to select veterans’ charities, for each unit sold of Sher Mar’s top quality equine and canine joint supplements, beginning Dec. 1, 2014 and running through Christmas of 2015. Take care of your horse and help a veteran at the same time! Learn more about Sher Mar’s great products and this incredible donation program, by calling (800) 799-2990, and see the ad on page 11!

Papa Nacca’s Jerky is a family owned business located in Alhambra. They offer awesome flavors, including Fresh Green Chili, Cracked Pepper, Habanero Red Chile, Sweet and Spicy, Pineapple Teriyaki and Cowboy (also known as Old-Fashioned). Try their newest flavor, gluten-free Turkey Jerky! The flavors range from mild to spicy and will appeal to all tastes. Don’t like spice? Try Pineapple Teriyaki! Want it hot with a great flavor? Then Habanero Red Chile is for you! And don’t miss a choice you won’t often see: Fresh Green Chili! Order online at www.PapaNaccas.com, and don’t miss seeing them at the Country Christmas in Las Vegas Sands Convention Center, from Dec. 4-14, to try a sample of the best jerky in the world! See their ad on page 73.

Looking for a special holiday gift? Encore Equestrian Vaulters is offering lesson gift certificates, to come learn the exciting sport of dance and gymnastics, performed in harmony with a moving horse! Located at Rawhide Ranch in Bonsall, Encore Equestrian Vaulters is a group of dedicated athletes, coached by American Vaulting Association’s Bronze and Silver medalist, Patti Skipton. No prior experience is necessary, and children from 3 years old, all the way up to adults are welcome! Lessons are held in the beautiful indoor arena, so weather is never an issue. Call Patti at (831) 588-6356 for details, and see the ad on page 35!