Raising the A Bar:  while many ranches downsize or disperse, the Armitage family has developed a dynamic cattle business and horse-breeding program that continues to improve and expand

Clone Case:  last year, a cloning expert and a horse rancher filed a lawsuit against the American Quarter Horse Association over a rule that prohibits the registration of clones. The jury ruled in their favor, forcing AQHA to open its registry. Now, the breed association's appeal goes before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals this month

The Donkey Way:  when it comes to manual labor, donkeys can ease the strain of halter-breaking for both foals and people, and set the stage for future training

Work to Play:  cowboys and cowgirls work hard so they can go to town when the job is done. The latest Western apparel for fall takes them from morning to night with ease