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Fall Triangle Horse Sale

August 19, 2022 by Press

2021 Triangle Fall Sale high seller, Driving Miss Em (Woody Be Tuff-Swing Thru The Drive by Hydrive Cat), selling for $90,000. Photo Courtesy AQHA.

The 43rd annual Triangle Fall Horse Sale, which recently changed ownership, is slated for the opening weekend of the Farnam AQHA and Adequan® Select World. The American Quarter Horse Association is excited for the return of the 43rd annual Triangle Fall Horse Sale, which is slated for October 28-29 during the …

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Heat Stress, Part 2: Horse Safety During Hot Weather

August 22, 2022August 17, 2022 by Press

By Tony Hawkins, DVM, Valley Vet Supply Technical Service Veterinarian In Part 1 of this series, we discussed heat stress in dogs, which are very prone to overheating. Now, we’re moving on to horses. Horses are very proficient sweaters, making them some of the most efficient animals at cooling themselves …

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Industry News: Hay Steamers Add Hay Safety to Travel, Remove Bacteria & Dust, Boost Horse Respiratory Health

August 11, 2022 by Press

To ensure hay quality, reduce dust irritants, and maintain nutrients, hay steaming is the way to go for optimal horse health Recently The ECCO FEI World Championships were held in Herning, Denmar. Among scores of considerations for traveling with an equine to an international event, hay quality and gut health …

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Big Sky reining classic Aug. 10 at Majestic Valley Arena

August 9, 2022 by Press

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 …

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HOOF ABSCESSES EXPLAINED

August 10, 2022August 9, 2022 by Press

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 …

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Heat Stress, Part 1: Keeping Your Dogs Safe

August 22, 2022August 8, 2022 by Press

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, …

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Outbreak Alert: Strangles in King County Washington

August 6, 2022 by Press

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. PressNews from the horse industry. Sharing today’s information as it happens. The Northwest Horse Source is not responsible for the content of …

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Rutgers University Advises Helmet, Vest Replacements

August 2, 2022 by Press

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 …

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

August 10, 2023July 29, 2022 by Press

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 …

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Virtual Extreme Mustang Makeover Adoption Begins July 27th

July 27, 2022July 27, 2022 by Press

Image Courtesy Mustang Heritage Foundation

Round Rock, Texas – Opening July 27, 2022, horses competing in the Adult Division of the Virtual Extreme Mustang Makeover will be available for competitive bid adoption online. For the last 100 days, dedicated trainers from around the USA have been working diligently to take untouched, wild horses and prepare …

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