Franklin D. Higgs of Frank Higgs Quarter Horses/240 Angus Ranch of Valley Center was honored by the American Quarter Horses Association as a 50-Year Legacy Breeder at a ceremony held on Oct. 2 at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum in Amarillo.
Higgs got started right in the equine industry. His first registered American Quarter Horse became an AQHA champion and then sired three AQHA champions from Higgs' own mares.
Each year, AQHA honors breeders who have dedicated their livelihoods to maintaining the integrity of the American Quarter Horse. These horsemen and families see their biggest accomplishments and proudest moments in the horses they breed.
This year, the honorees included 16 who received the cumulative award and 16 who received the legacy award. Legacy breeders are those who have registered at least one foal for 50 consecutive years.
In May 2012, Higgs' homebred mare, Moleo Rondo Sweetie, won a saddle as the state 2D champion in barrel racing.
“My involvement with Quarter Horses has given me a lot of pleasure and satisfaction," says Higgs. “I have made some lifelong friends and acquaintances. The horses are also used as tools to work cattle, so they are a necessity for what we do. It is always satisfying to know you have a horse that will ‘get'r done.'"
Honorees ranged from people who have bred American Quarter Horses for reining, racing, ranch rodeo and cutting. Recipients were also geographically dispersed, hailing from Alabama, California, Texas, Wyoming, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Kansas, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Oregon, Minnesota, Colorado, Idaho and Missouri. All have dedicated 50 years to taking their best and making it better
Higgs got started right in the equine industry. His first registered American Quarter Horse became an AQHA champion and then sired three AQHA champions from Higgs' own mares.
Each year, AQHA honors breeders who have dedicated their livelihoods to maintaining the integrity of the American Quarter Horse. These horsemen and families see their biggest accomplishments and proudest moments in the horses they breed.
This year, the honorees included 16 who received the cumulative award and 16 who received the legacy award. Legacy breeders are those who have registered at least one foal for 50 consecutive years.
In May 2012, Higgs' homebred mare, Moleo Rondo Sweetie, won a saddle as the state 2D champion in barrel racing.
“My involvement with Quarter Horses has given me a lot of pleasure and satisfaction," says Higgs. “I have made some lifelong friends and acquaintances. The horses are also used as tools to work cattle, so they are a necessity for what we do. It is always satisfying to know you have a horse that will ‘get'r done.'"
Honorees ranged from people who have bred American Quarter Horses for reining, racing, ranch rodeo and cutting. Recipients were also geographically dispersed, hailing from Alabama, California, Texas, Wyoming, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Kansas, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Oregon, Minnesota, Colorado, Idaho and Missouri. All have dedicated 50 years to taking their best and making it better
Source: The Ark Valley News (Nov. 2012)