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Outbreak Alerts: July 31, 2025 Strangles in Pierce County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Veterinarian Office and Attending Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private FacilityComments: Purchased out of state 2 weeks ago. under veterinary care. For more information about Strangles, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/strangles See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts

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Outbreak Alerts: July 25, 2025 – Equine Herpesvirus- Respiratory, Kitsap County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Veterinarian Office and Attending Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1 Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Boarding FacilityComments: Work ongoing with facility and attending veterinarian. Closely monitoring. Had been at Oregon show middle of June. Low viral load. Also positive for strangles but had been vaccinated in January. Flu and Rhino vaccinated … Read More

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Cowgirl Capable Women’s Empowerment Retreat – September 12-14, 2025 – Pateros, WA

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of horses, handguns, and heart at the Cowgirl Capable Women’s Empowerment Retreat. Set on a stunning 500-acre ranch on Alta Lake in North Central Washington, this all-inclusive experience is designed for women ready to build confidence, leadership, and self-reliance—on horseback and beyond. See event … Read More

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Why web hosting matters? – December 16, 2025 – Virtual

Join us for a practical, no-fluff session that breaks down why web hosting isn’t just technical—it’s foundational. Whether you’re launching a site or managing dozens, understanding the power behind your host can make or break performance, security, and success. Hosted by Host1Help1. See event info here: https://horsesource.org/event/why-web-hosting-matters

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New Equine Health Website Launched to Empower Horse Owners 

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Survey Identified Knowledge Gaps Among Owners on Many Health Topics Horse owners have a new, science-based resource for expert information on equine health with the launch of LeadWithCare.com, a website dedicated to providing comprehensive educational materials on horse wellness. Developed by Boehringer Ingelheim, a global leader in equine health, the platform is a destination where … Read More

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Book Review: The Gratitude Shift: A Simple Path to Find More Peace and Joy

The Gratitude Shift

By Kylene and Aaron Montgomery In a world that often pulls us toward stress, negativity, and distraction, The Gratitude Shift: A Simple Path to Find More Peace and Joy offers a refreshing and practical guide to embracing gratitude as a lifelong practice. Through inspiring personal stories, insightful reflections, and actionable … Read More

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A Season of Change

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Life is About the Journey Many things are changing for me right now—changes in the publishing industry, changes in my life circumstances, and yes, there are a few disappointments. I’m not where I thought I’d be at this stage in my life. I’m learning it’s all about my choices. No … Read More

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Local Youth Earn Chance to Represent Colorado on National Stage

4-H Horse Judging Team
L-R: Madison Guerrero, Rhiannon McDermid, Mattea McQueen & Sophia Block

Fort Collins, Colo. – The Boulder County 4-H Horse Judging Team earned the privilege of representing Colorado 4-H at multiple national competitions during the next year with a hard-fought reserve state championship in a very close contest at the Colorado State 4-H Conference. The annual competition was held in conjunction … Read More

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Built, Not Broken

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A Safe Trail Horse Feels Free to Think For generations, the goal of horse training was to get a horse “broke.” Broke to ride, broke to lead, and broke to behave. But what if I told you I disagree with the whole premise? Historically, breaking a horse meant precisely what … Read More

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Bigger, Bolder, and Even Better This Fall – Plus, an Epic Win for Our Lead Instructor!

Cowgirl Capable

After thoughtful conversations and a whole lot of reflection, we’ve made the decision to shift our energy from Spring to Fall and turn this year’s retreat into something even more powerful. We’re excited to announce that the Fall 2025 Cowgirl Capable Retreat will be bigger, bolder, and open to even … Read More

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