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Big Sky reining classic Aug. 10 at Majestic Valley Arena

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Kalispell, Montana to host the largest reining horse show in the Northwest August 10-14, 2022 Montana’s premier reining event, reiners from around the Pacific NW, Canada and the Mountain Region travel to compete for over $45,000 in cash and prizes in this challenging and popular sport. According to an article … Read More

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U.S. Drought – Locate Hay Now To Avoid Shortages This Winter

Drought

Recently TheHorse.com spoke with Daniel McEvoy, PhD, who is an assistant research professor in climatology at the Western Regional Climate Center, in Reno, Nevada. The subject was purchasing hay during the current severe drought in the western U.S. “There’s a lot of variation throughout the West,” said McEvoy in June. … Read More

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HOOF ABSCESSES EXPLAINED

hoof abscesses
A simplified view of the equine hoof to help visualize the structures involved in this process. Photo Credit: AAEP

Sooner or later, nearly all horse owners will deal with a hoof abscess. But what does “hoof abscess” actually mean? Although most commonly seen during the wet winter and spring months, hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round and usually occur when debris and bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks … Read More

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Heat Stress, Part 1: Keeping Your Dogs Safe

Heat Stress, Part 1: Keeping Your Dogs Safe

By Tony Hawkins, DVM, Valley Vet Supply Technical Service Veterinarian Heat can have a devastating impact on our animals – it’s something that, in a clinic setting, I have seen first-hand. All animals outdoors in the heat – whether large or small – require shade, continuous access to fresh water, … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: Strangles in King County Washington

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State vet office. Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: UnknownNumber Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Boarding FacilityNotes: Some Private vets working with facility on biosecurity. For more information go to Strangles factsheet.    

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Tell Us About Your Senior Horse – Win $500!

Senior Horse
Photo Credit: Terri Goon, Colorado Horse Rescue

The quirkier the better – Two $500 prize gift baskets from Farnam! Every senior horse has a quirk–be it funny, endearing, or downright annoying–and we want to hear about yours! In 300 words or fewer, tell us about your senior horse’s silly behavior, including where it came from, how it’s … Read More

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OFF MARKET – 1713 Trigg Road Ferndale, WA – Priceless, Private, Serene

1713 Trigg Road Ferndale Brandi Coplen

Priceless, many-facetted, private, quiet, and serene 40 acres with spectacular Mt Baker View. End of the road privacy, 3300 sqft country contemporary, 1994, 4 large bedrooms/4.75 bath, 2 primary bedrooms, AC, natural gas, city water, 50 year roof. Attached 2 car garage. Plus 3bd/1.75 1998 manufactured home. The 9000 sqft … Read More

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Rutgers University Advises Helmet, Vest Replacements

Rutgers University

Recently Rutgers University addressed riding safety and traumatic brain injuries, and the need to replace helmets and vests more often than most riders think. According to the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University (https://esc.rutgers.edu/), riding is considered one of the most dangerous sports in the United States because injuries are … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: Strangles in Clallam County Washington

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State vet office.   Number Confirmed: 1;Facility Type: Private Facility;Notes: A horse in Clallam County has tested positive for Strangles. Purchased some other horses from an auction. This horse was on property. Working with private vet and under self quarantine measures. For more information about Strangles go to: Strangles … Read More

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11-Year-Old Cowgirl Makes History Competing At The First Nationally Televised Black Rodeo

Kortnee Solomon 11 yr old cowgirl First Nationally Televised Black Rodeo
Photo credit: Because of Them We Can

An 11-year-old cowgirl recently made history, competing at the first nationally televised Black rodeo Kortnee Solomon is a fourth-generation Texas cowgirl. Her mother is 11-time invitational champion, Kanesha Jackson, and her father is Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association tie-down roper, Cory Solomon. Her grandmother is Stephanie Haynes, an 18-time invitational champion … Read More

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