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Thank you for your support and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you! Warm regards,Karen   Karen PickeringOwner/Publisher Karen’s lifelong love of horses began at a very early age when she wore out a couple of rocking horses before convincing her parents to get her the real thing. That … Read More

Why forage is the cornerstone of a working ranch horse’s diet

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Ranch horses need a forage-based diet for their health, energy and overall performance. Photo Credit Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife.

Texas A&M AgriLife expert explains the importance of keeping forage as a main source of nutrition November 4, 2024 – by Alex Cozzitorto For ranch horses, a forage-based diet is not just a recommendation; it’s essential for their health, energy and overall performance. Understanding their unique digestive system helps highlight why forage … Read More

Outbreak Alerts: November 14, 2024 Strangles in Canyon County, ID

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Private Practitioner Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – Voluntary Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: 1Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private FacilityHorse 1: Age: 16Gender: GeldingBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Usage: Pleasure RidingOnset of Clinical Signs: 10/31/2024Clinical Signs: Fever 102.3*F, bilateral purulent nasal discharge, submandibular swelling, submandibular lymph node abscessConfirmation Date: 11/13/2024Horse Status: RecoveringVaccination Status: Unvaccinated For more information about Strangles, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/strangles See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts … Read More

Outbreak Alerts: November 14, 2024 Pigeon Fever in Canyon County, ID

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – Voluntary Quarantine Source: Private Practitioner Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 2Facility Type: Private Facility Horse 1:Age: 8Gender: MareBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Usage: Pleasure RidingOnset of Clinical Signs: 11/7/2024Clinical Signs: Two large pectoral abscesses ruptured and draining purulent material. Otherwise afebrile and acting normal.Confirmation Date: 11/13/2024Horse Status: RecoveringVaccination Status: Unvaccinated See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates on current … Read More

Small Farm Makeover: Storage Tips for Barn Managers

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Blanket hooks numbered corresponding to stall numbers. Photo Courtesy Alayne Blickle.

Keeping Barns Organized and Clutter-Free Aids Safety and Sanity Norma Stein has ridden and owned horses for over 50 years. She started out in hunters and transitioned to eventing, eventually spending most of her years in dressage. Now she thinks of herself as “a retired dressage rider who trail rides … Read More

PRICE REDUCED! 6187 Swanson Road Bow, WA 98232 – Luxurious Equestrian Estate

6187 Swanson Road Bow WA
Luxurious Equestrian Estate in Bow, WA

An equestrian estate without compromise! This luxurious, custom-built property in sought-after Bow is designed for both horses & their owners to enjoy life at its finest. Spanning 9.52 acres, this estate is surrounded by lush hay fields for utmost privacy yet offers quick freeway access. The fully updated home boasts … Read More

Why a website?

Is Facebook Page enough? Instagram? Do I really need a website? Three inescapable reasons to build a website … assuming you want a successful online web presence.  Professional Credibility: An official website boosts credibility by showing potential customers that you’re established and trustworthy. It also gives you control over your … Read More

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