Northwest Horse Source 
Northwest Therapeutic Riding Center’s beautiful 30-year-old Dutch Warmblood, ‘DT,’ has been awarded Region 9 Therapeutic Horse of the Year by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International. Region 9 encompasses Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. DT was honored for her service to NWTRC at the PATH Intl. … Read More
Transform Your Riding with Inspirational and Innovative Breathing Techniques by Jenny Rolfe Inspired by the connection that breathing techniques can bring, this follow-up to Ride From the Heart is written to empower trainers, teachers and riders of all disciplines to connect with the horse and build a relationship built on … Read More
Overcome the Trap of Perfectionism by Daniel Stewart Martha Asks, “My trainer says I’m a perfectionist. I work very hard and really want to do well, but I get very disappointed when I make mistakes or when I don’t do as well as I know I could have. Does … Read More
Meet an Accomplished, Blind, Dressage Rider by Betsy Fradd, WSU 4-H Extension It’s not often you see a guide dog, a horse and a 4-H equestrian together in the horse barn at the 4-H State Fair. It’s not often you meet a teen like Ali Steenis. Sight-impaired since birth, … Read More
It can be challenging to ride when the season changes and temps drop. So the Kerrits design team set out to keep you protected and comfortable in the saddle no matter what the weather. The Storm Shelter Barn Jacket is the answer to help you transition through the seasons. “No … Read More
Bring Out the Best in Your Gaited Horse by Rick Brighton Whether you own a gaited horse, are thinking about buying one, or just want to know more about riding them, the newly released Horsemanship for Gait with Rick Brighton training DVD is a must have. This informative tool … Read More
Horses and holidays go together. In the Netherlands, Sinterklaas arrives on a great white horse known as Schimmel or Amerigo, who trots across the countryside visiting schools and homes. But unlike a quaint folktale, older equine companions suffering from arthritis, or circulation-impairing diseases like Equine Metabolic Syndrome (“IR Cushings”), founder, … Read More
The popular Helmet Awareness Campaign Riders4Helmets, partnered for the second year with the Supreme Extreme Mustang Makeover (held September 13-15th in Fort Worth, TX) to encourage helmet use at the event by offering $2,000 in helmet incentives. The Supreme Extreme Mustang Makeover is a national event that is organized by … Read More
Two Tough Horses Age Gracefully Adult Category: Mary Lou Langley and Slick Slick is my 23-year-old AQHA bay gelding; my daughter ran him in barrels and pole-bending. He competed in 4-H and high school equestrian team. Slick was always a willing partner and he loves to run. His name … Read More
Natural Alternative Grazers makes a slow feeder “N.A.G. Bag” for every grazing animal. Veterinarians and equine health professionals, stable managers, equine teaching facilities and owners are all seeing the benefits of using a N.A.G. Bag slow feeding system. At Natural Alternative Grazers our mission is for all stable, boarding, show … Read More
