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Prevention Is Better Than Cure

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For a limited time, receive a free digital download of Clinton’s Hobbling and Leg Restraints Series Prevention is better than cure. That’s Clinton’s belief when it comes to hobble-training horses. You’re better off teaching your horse not to panic when his feet are restricted than waiting for an accident to happen. … Read More

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Trainer’s Corner: Force or Fear as Motivation?

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Photo Credit: Natalie Longwell

Good Training Focuses on the Mental and Emotional State of Horses Many times, as we work with our horses we have a physical goal in mind—we want them to accomplish something specific such as getting in the trailer, standing still or moving when told, or performing a flying lead change. … Read More

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Texas A&M AgriLife leads program prioritizing mounted patrol horses’ health, safety

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In the upcoming course, veterinary professionals will educate riders on what they need to know to maintain a mounted patrol horse’s health and safety. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Equine health course to equip riders with essential horse care skills October 10, 2024 – by Ashley Vargo Texas A&M University System veterinarians and Texas A&M AgriLife educational development specialists are collaborating to deliver a new training program to educate mounted patrol units throughout the nation on all the skills needed to care for their … Read More

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Editor’s Postcard: Hanging Around with Horse Friends

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Connections with Horse People Enrich Lives I spent a lot of time and money over this past summer working on advancing my judge’s license with USA Working Equitation (USAWE).  Like working for an advanced degree in college, I’m investing in something that I tell myself will (hopefully) pay off. I … Read More

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Georgia Boot Supports 4-H “Beyond Ready” Initiative Set to Expand Reach to Support 10 Million Youth by 2030

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Image Courtesy Emily Snayd

NELSONVILLE, OH. (October 9, 2024) – As part of its long-term partnership with 4-H, Georgia Boot, America’s hardest-working boot for more than 85 years, supports the upcoming “Beyond Ready” initiative that launched today. “Beyond Ready” is an initiative that seeks to expand the reach of 4-H to 10 million youth … Read More

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From My Saddle: Take a Breath – Fall has Arrived

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Chip & Chloe - NWHS Photo

Reflection During the Changing Season At The Northwest Horse Source, we have deadlines. The new issue is always out by the first of the month. To do this, we have a schedule. This month I really missed the mark. I’m a week late writing my column. Admittedly I’ve slowed down … Read More

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The first Wild Rose Triple Trail Challenge is officially done, and “in the books”

Trail horse competition

This unique trail horse competition held in Roseburg, Oregon was a progressive competition, held in three separate venues.  Each venue, Pretty and Precise, Different and Difficult, and Reality Ranch, offered their own separate challenges. The riders traveled from one venue to another, and all ended up at Pretty and Precise … Read More

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TEAM DURANGO® HEADS TO WRANGLER NATIONAL FINALS RODEO

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Saddle Bronc Rider Zeke Thurston. Images Provided by Kaycie Timm.

Twelve Team Durango® Athletes to Compete in the 2024 NFR Nelsonville, Ohio (October 2024) – Twelve Team Durango® athletes will compete this year in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association® (PRCA) Wrangler National Finals Rodeo® (NFR), the most prestigious rodeo in the world. The 66th annual Wrangler National Finals Rodeo® kicks … Read More

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