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Durango® Introduces the Arena Elite™ Boots for Men

Arena Elite™

The men’s Durango® Arena Elite™ boots showcase the brand’s commitment to elevated craftsmanship and performance-driven design. Constructed from full-grain leather with a cow leather lining, the style balances durability with refined western detailing. Designed for comfort and stability, the boot features the Durango® Sole Comfort Footbed™, a cushion flex insole … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: January 30, 2026 – Equine Herpesvirus- Respiratory, Kitsap County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Veterinarian Office and Attending Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – Voluntary Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: Unknown; Number Exposed: Unknown; Facility Type: Private Facility; Comments: Under veterinary care. Mild upper resp signs. Had been to local riding club event.;

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Filtering the future: Hemoperfusion brings new hope for septic horses

hemoperfusion

BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Jan. 22, 2026 — Sepsis, a condition in which the immune system spirals out of control in response to an infection, is one of the most life-threatening health concerns a horse can face. Managing it requires medications, fluids, and other supportive care, which quickly add up to long … Read More

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Cornell’s Equine Seminar Series presents Medical Management of Mares to Improve Fertility – February 17, 2026 – Virtual via Zoom

ITHACA, N.Y. – Join us as Dr. Bailey presents a discussion of protocols and therapies used to ensure good timing of breeding and optimize uterine health for the early embryo in order to improve pregnancy rates in mares. See event info here: https://horsesource.org/event/cornells-equine-seminar-series-presents-medical-management-of-mares-to-improve-fertility

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ASPCA Right Horse Scholarship Returns for 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover

Thoroughbred Makeover

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that thanks to funding by the ASPCA Right Horse Reimagining Racers Grant, the ASPCA Right Horse Scholarship returns for the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America. The scholarship will fund the costs of one stall and first … Read More

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New Year, New Direction

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Interviewing Linda Tellington-Jones at NW Horse Fair & Expo, early 2000's.

Pivoting into Change It’s hard to imagine how much things have changed since I started The Northwest Horse Source in December 1995. Sitting here some 30 years later, I’m grateful for the journey I’ve been on with my readers and advertisers. My dream of working with horses was realized!  As … Read More

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Ride With Confidence! – February 3, 2026 – Virtual via Zoom

Are excuses holding you back from achieving your equestrian dreams?Do you feel hesitant to get back on your horse? Maybe fear, doubt, or a lack of motivation is keeping you from taking the next step. You’re not alone, and the good news is – there’s a way forward! See event … Read More

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Applications Now Open for 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover

Thoroughbred Makeover

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) announced today that applications to compete in the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, are now open through January 23, 2026. The Thoroughbred Makeover is the largest and most lucrative retraining competition in North America for recently-retired Thoroughbred racehorses … Read More

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House Passes FY26 Appropriations with Wild Horse Funding and Protections

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Up to $11 Million Designated for Fertility Control; Slaughter Protections Maintained WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 8, 2026 – American Wild Horse Conservation welcomes the passage of the U.S. House of Representatives FY26 Interior Appropriations bill, which includes funding for humane management and protections for America’s wild horses and burros following months of advocacy … Read More

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