By Lynn Acton Relationships with horses are complex and ever-changing. This is one of the reasons why horsemanship can become a lifelong pursuit. There’s always a balance to be struck with our equine partners, and it demands continual growth and understanding on our side. In this book, horsewoman Lynn Acton … Read More
This short survey is a follow-up to a nationwide survey that was circulated a year ago (Jan.-Feb. 2020) This data is being collected to determine where non-equestrians occupy horse camping sites, or trailheads, and assess the impact on equestrians. Please follow this link or click the button below to complete … Read More
Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 45; Facility Type: Boarding Facility; Age: 12; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Warmblood (WB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 3/6/2021; Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Dribbling Urine, forelimb ataxia-grade 2, Hind limb ataxia-grade 3, Partial paraphimosis, Confirmation Date: 3/9/2021; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; … Read More
Los Angeles City Attorney to Write Ordinance Proposed Ordinance Sets Dangerous Precedent which could have a national impact Late Tuesday morning February 23rd, a member of the Los Angeles City Council asked the City Attorney to write an ordinance effectively banning rodeo and other animal exhibitions. If they succeed, this … Read More
Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1) causes respiratory disease, abortions and neurological disease. Transmission occurs via the respiratory system, with droplets of the virus being spread by mucus via snorting, coughing and human contact. If you are in a high-risk area where there’s a greater incidence of EHV-1 cases, the following tips … Read More
Q: My previously foundered mare came down suddenly lame as we had a Siberian cold front come in. We live in NW IL and the wind chills were -34F this lasted for 2 weeks. Temps have become more seasonal and we are due for a stretch of 50 degree weather. … Read More
“Horses are workmen, athletes, adventurers, accomplices. How they look is inessential. But how they go, how they are—in other words, who they are—is what makes any horse beautiful.” – Sarah Maslin Nir It may be surprising to some to learn that today there are over seven million horses in … Read More
Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 2; Facility Type: Farm; Age: 7; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Mixed breed; Onset of Clinical Signs: Not Reported; Clinical Signs: Bilateral Nasal DIscharge, Fever; Confirmation Date: 3/4/2021; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown; Notes: The horse that tested positive for … Read More
America’s National Trails System Course Description America’s National Trails System is an amazingly successful experiment in partnership-driven conservation and one of the natural gems of America. Some trails such as the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail near Bellingham and the Appalachian National Scenic Trail are well known. Important routes of … Read More
If you’re setting up a new horse property or revamping an older one, there are certain amenities equestrian facilities in the Northwest must have to make caring for horses more pleasant. Let’s face it, taking care of livestock in the Pacific Northwest creates a unique list of requirements. Some of … Read More
