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Horse Cannabinoid Receptors

Did you know that there are CBD receptors in all mammal brains that deal with pain, emotions, thinking, mood appetite, coordination and movement, and other functions? This is one reason Hemp with CBD is effective on many levels to animals and humans. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex cell-signaling …

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2020 All American Quarter Horse Congress Has Been Cancelled

COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Quarter Horse Association regretfully announces the cancellation of the 2020 All American Quarter Horse Congress, scheduled for September 29 – October 25. The uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic simply prevents safely moving forward in Columbus, Ohio. The well-being of our workers, exhibitors and attendees is …

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Choose the Best Boarding Facility – Make a Wish List and Prioritize Management Practices

Photo by Michael Hipp

One of the things that surprised me when I moved to Western Washington from the High Plains was how many people board their horses. With housing and land values so high, unless you have a six-figure plus income, it’s almost impossible to afford enough land to keep a horse (or …

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Arena Footing Considerations – Advice from an Arena Contractor

An arena built and maintained by Murray Gudmundson Jr Construction Inc. Photo by Jackie Gudmundson

When I moved to Washington in 2000, we were fortunate to buy a property that already had a barn and an all-weather 100 x 200-foot outdoor arena. I prefer riding outside, but at our new property, I made the decision to build a covered arena in the future. For now, …

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What to Do When Your Horse is Wrong – Affirmative Training Shapes Behavior

Training is directing your horse toward something he doesn’t know. Photo by Anna Blake

It started the way it usually starts. Either the horse looked to the side or the rider pulled on her horse’s face. It’s the fundamental disagreement; the rider thinks it’s her right to control the horse and the horse doesn’t like having metal jammed on his jawbone. A common miscommunication, …

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Resilience Required – For Trainers, it’s an Essential Trait

Photo by Sage Burgess

When we enter into a relationship with a horse, one of the most important skills to develop is resiliency. If we stick with horses and horse sport long enough, we’ll inevitably be faced with all matter of adversity. It’s profoundly important to find the mettle and perspective to deal with …

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A Partnership is Born – Allison Trimble Paparoa and Blake Westhoff are Dedicated to Helping Horse People

Photo by Taryn Leech Photography

Blake Westhoff met Allison Trimble Paparoa more than a dozen years ago. He was 19 years old and hadn’t been exposed to the professional horse industry. Fortunately, Allison was looking for someone to clean stalls, so Blake’s inability to pick up the correct lead wasn’t of concern. Allison was already …

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The Oregon Horse Council Launches New Website with Improved Features

After 10 years, the Oregon Horse Council is excited to release an all new website.  The site is designed to be flexible, mobile-friendly, and able to grow with the organization to meet the needs of the users.   “OHC serves all equestrians state-wide, and beyond, and our website is the …

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SOLD – 8505 Marion Road, Turner, OR

Amazing equestrian property located in Turner OR, a quaint suburb of Salem, Oregon’s Capital City, located an hour south of Portland.  Turner  is a charming town with antique shops, bakery, brew pub, restaurant, best pizza ever, community swimming pool, and home of the annual Lamb Festival.  Enjoy the charm of …

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National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance July News

The Great American Outdoors Act to be voted on Wednesday. The Great American Outdoors Act is scheduled for a vote in the House on Wednesday.  Please consider contacting your Representative to support this long awaited groundbreaking environmental legislation.  The bill provides full funding annually for the Land and Water Conservation …

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