The Wonder Ointment by Eleanor Blazer Several million years ago horses grazed on plants that would become the basis of an amazing ointment. Known as icthammol, black ointment, or drawing salve, it is used to treat wounds, skin conditions and abscesses affecting descendants of these early horses. Icthammol ointment … Read More
No Silver, No Sequins Show Coming in March by WSQHA Staff WSQHA is excited to announce that the No Silver, No Sequins show will be held in Monroe, Washington on March 23-26. We will offer a full slate of the traditional AQHA classes as well as the new Level 1 … Read More
The Art of Restarting Horses “Horses are a lot like people,” says renowned horseman Mark Rashid. “When there are gaps in understanding, confusion, and thus frustration, worry, and even anger are sure to follow.” Horses often grow up with these gaps in their training and education. When this happens, … Read More
Horses are a Joy to be Shared by Kim Roe One recent morning I heard my two senior horses running and snorting in their field. As I walked up to investigate I saw a large dog barking at them from the other side of the fence. Irritated, I decided … Read More
Try Cowboy Mounted Shooting by Jennifer Burnell If you enjoy gaming with your horse, take it to the next level with cowboy mounted shooting. If you already have quick turns and a “handle” on your horse, come on out to a clinic or practice. Cowboy mounted shooting offers lots … Read More
Control Your Landing by Karen O’Neal It’s now February and we are getting ever closer to spring and the competition season. Since we are still mostly riding indoors, this is a great time to work on technique, position, control, and overall training for show jumping. This month’s exercise will get … Read More
Horsemanship Skills Come in Handy with Children by Allison Trimble I try my hardest to write what I know. For many years it seemed all I knew about was horses. I coached many youth clients and enjoyed my role in children’s lives. It was always said to me that … Read More
Evolutionary Hoof Care Products were created to promote the healthy shape and function of the equine hoof. These new tools are the consequence of 40 years of study and research on the horse’s hoof. Their designs have been painstakingly developed and tested to ensure that they will be durable and … Read More
Balance is Key by Purina Animal Nutrition The need for balance seems to arise in every aspect of horse riding and ownership. Your trainer pushes for a balanced ride. Your farrier trims and shoes for a balanced hoof. And, perhaps most importantly, you aim to provide your horse the … Read More
Susan Moore didn’t set out to run a company mixing and distributing herbal blends for horses, but her passion for horses’ health made it a natural step to take. She got excited by the idea of sharing the profits to support the animal welfare organizations she cared about. Moore first … Read More
