by Dr. Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. With travel and competition season just around the corner, “show nerves” are common. Agitated, nervous horses that are normally well behaved may benefit from nutritional calming. But before deciding, make sure your horse isn’t stressed by things that you can control. Restricting forage where … Read More
April 2018 Cover Story: Leading with Love at Hillcrest Training Equestrian Lifestyle: The International Plowing Match Small Farm Makeover: Bedding Choices – What’s Best? Trainer’s Corner: Mustang Training – Beyond the First Touch Willfully Guided: Horse Training Wisdom Click here to see all Digital Edition Past Issues Find the print … Read More
Mount Baker view accented by hundreds of Rhododendrons on park-like 18.46 acres, moments from Bellingham. This home has many exterior updates, including a large Trex deck with pool, detached 3 car garage, and a 36′ X 54′ shop with extra thick concrete slab. 2 bedrooms and 1 3/4 bath on … Read More
A 77-Year Tradition Celebrates the Work Horse By Katie Weidkamp Lynden, Washington is known as the little Dutch town to most tourists. Lynden is the home of the famous Lynden Dutch Bakery, the Northwest Washington Fair, and some of the finest tasting berries in the Pacific Northwest. What people … Read More
One Woman’s Vision and Generosity Brings Fun to Others By Kim Roe I spent the last weekend of February judging a Working Equitation show in Eugene, OR. Working Equitation is a three (sometimes four) phase event that is fairly new to the U.S. It involves a dressage phase and … Read More
WA State Horse Park Has Exciting Lineup of Events Here comes another season of memorable and high-quality events at the Washington State Horse Park. We’ve added a few new events to the schedule this year, and we can’t wait for you to attend! June 30 to July 1 the … Read More
ScratchnAll is the veterinarian used and approved durable scratcher pad manufactured by Animent®. These scratcher pads have been named an official vendor with equestrian and livestock wholesaler Intrepid International. ScratchnAll pads are used by domestic and exotic animals large and small. ScratchnAll® offers a safe, effective choice in self-scratching for … Read More
Planning Ahead is an Essential Part of Life By Karen Pickering I long for t-shirt weather and lazy afternoon trail rides. As I write this column it’s February 26th, the Monday after a crazy weekend of six inches of snow and super cold weather. We just finished the Small … Read More
Spring Brings Many Changes to Equine Hooves By Aliena Hook As winter’s snow and ice melts, horses crave the sweet, sugar and carbohydrate-loaded spring grass that pops up in abundance. Spring is notorious for some key changes in our horses’ feet, and those changes are caused by a variety … Read More
One Woman’s Process for Obtaining and Training Wild Mustangs, Part 3 By Adrienne Devoe The author is providing information based on her knowledge and experience. In no way does she profess to have all the answers. She encourages the reader to do their research for the most complete information. At … Read More
