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Equine Wellness – Know Your Horse’s “Normal”: Part 2

December 27, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

Looking at Gums. Photo Courtesy Haygain.

By Meriel Moore-Colyer for Haygain How to Take, Measure and Track Key Vital Signs Maintaining good health in our horses is every owner’s responsibility. Avoiding performance-limiting viruses, preventing the development of more serious diseases, and ensuring your horse is content and living as natural a life as possible should be everyone’s …

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From My Saddle – Don’t Forget the Basics

December 20, 2023 by Karen Pickering

Riding Chip. NWHS Photo.

Senior Horses (and Senior People) Need Confidence I got my horse Chip in the fall of 2022. I wasn’t looking for a horse after losing my mare, April, but the opportunity presented itself and I brought Chip home. I’ve recently learned a valuable lesson: it doesn’t matter how old you …

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New and Noteworthy: The Sturdy Horse

December 14, 2023December 12, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

Peaches in July 6th 2023 when just beginning Sturdy Horse products and her new feed regimen. Photo provided by Monte Robertson.

Head to Hoof® Products Help Senior Horse Regain Health The Sturdy Horse, located in Del Norte, Colorado, researches, develops, and manufactures products made from hemp seeds that help humans, horses, and pets. One horse, Peaches, a 29-year-old Quarter Horse with extreme malnutrition due to negligence, was checked over by a …

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Editor’s Postcard: Finding Peace with My Senior Horse

December 6, 2023 by Kim Roe

Gunner. Photo Courtesy Kim Roe

Treasuring Time with My Gunner I love my old horse, Gunner. And yes, it’s true I love all my horses, but I hold a special tenderness for the old ones, and Gunner holds my heart like few others. He’s been struggling with his health for about a year now. I’d …

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Healing Reins’ Holiday Cheer Drive-Thru

December 5, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

Get ready to unwrap the magic of the season at Healing Reins’ Holiday Cheer Drive Thru on December 16th, from 2-4 pm! Join us for an unforgettable festive experience that will warm your heart and spark joy in your entire family. Bring your letters for Santa and drop them in …

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Trail Savvy: Weed-Free Feed

December 1, 2023 by Robert Eversole

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Responsible Options for Happy Horses and Healthy Trails You’ve probably come across terms like “weed-free feed” or “certified weed-free forage” when feeding your horses and mules. Whether it’s a requirement or only recommended in the areas where you ride, it’s essential to understand what these feeds are, and which ones …

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The Hitching Rail Wellness Center and Retreat

January 12, 2024November 28, 2023 by Press

“Working with horses, gave me a renewed sense of happiness” -James, participant. Many veterans and first responders in our community suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (P.T.S.D). These individuals have taken an oath to serve and may face traumatic situations that leave a lasting impact. This is where The Hitching …

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FVHS Riding to Hounds

November 27, 2023 by Press

Join Fraser Valley Hounds for a trail hunt in Ferndale on Saturday December 2 2023. All levels of riders and styles of riding welcome to come out and follow our hound son a predetermined trail. An exhilarating way to spend a day with your horse and make new friends or …

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Cow Working Clinic

November 27, 2023 by Press

All-inclusive cow working clinic at a private working farm in Darrington with clinician Michael Sparling. Enjoy spectacular scenery, gracious hosts, with a focus on horsemanship and stockmanship. Please call the clinic host Sarah for more details (360) 361-6089. PressNews from the horse industry. Sharing today’s information as it happens. The …

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Small Farm Makeover: Winter Preparedness on Horse Properties – Part 2 of 2

November 30, 2023November 25, 2023 by Alayne Blickle

Photo Courtesy Alayne Blickle

Take Winter by Storm! The dead of winter and early spring are times for damaging, dangerous storms in North America. Making chore efficiency updates on your horse property and having backup supplies on hand is helpful for getting through the most challenging time of the year for horse owners–and it …

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