Attain New Levels of Leadership, Unity and Engagement with Your Horse True liberty, says Jonathan Field, is much more than simply removing equipment and stepping outside the pen or arena. It is moving with your horse, communicating only with intention, and creating a seamless, smooth, and rhythmic dance. “When you … Read More
Barn Pros: Just What the Doctor Ordered by Catherine Madera Dr. Stephanie Meyer of Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital knows how changes in lifestyle and approach can dramatically affect quality of life. While completing her residency in large animal internal medicine at the University of Florida, one of Meyer’s personal riding horses … Read More
Five Considerations for Building a Solid Arena by Glynnie Walford Equestrians will agree that when it comes to arena riding, a well-appointed ring is a joy to work (and play!) in. The footing you choose for this enclosure will depend on a variety of factors and will be the most … Read More
The Advantages of Liquid Pad Technology to Aid Recovery by Tab Pigg, Certified Journeyman Farrier When an equine athlete experiences an episode of laminitis or founder it can be a painful experience. While there are numerous studies and articles on the causes of these two maladies, there is also a … Read More
When You Have to Sell a Horse by Catherine Madera I loved the book Black Beauty and read it several times as a youth. It’s a beautiful story but a sad one, too, especially the way it explores the selling of horses. Some “win the lotto” when they are sold, … Read More
Improve Your Shooting Skills with WWMS Regular Practice As spring approaches, we hope to begin WWMS club practices at our home arena in Sultan, WA. Practices are generally held Sunday, 11am – 3pm (weather dependent). For practice info contact Jennifer Burnell, 206-856-2495/ [email protected], or visit the WWMS club Facebook group. Everyone … Read More
Programs Abound to Help Raise Future Leaders in the Horse Industry Washington State Quarter Horse Association is off in full swing. We kicked off the year with the Youth Schooling Show. This show is run by the youth as a learning opportunity. They run everything, from the office to being the … Read More
A Recap of Fun, Fellowship and Future Planning What a blast we had on November 8th at our annual banquet. The food was delicious and it was great to meet up with local members as well as some from out of town. This included Brian Harper-Tibaldo from Minnesota, who traveled … Read More
Embracing the Journey in 2015 by Karen Pickering 2014 is going to be hard to beat. I made so many great memories—horseback riding through Yellowstone, winning my first buckle and being involved in many great local events. That said, 2015 is going to be super special because December issue marks … Read More
History, Risk and Prevention of a Deadly Disease by Dave Sauter, DVM Rabies is a preventable fatal viral disease of humans and all mammals that is transmitted through the saliva of a rabid animal, generally through a bite wound. Historical evidence of rabies dates way back to 2300 BC in … Read More
