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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

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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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What’s in a Whinny?

July 27, 2022July 23, 2022 by Press

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When horses talk, we listen but how good are we at deciphering what they have to say? According to a recently published study (Nov 2021) by Dr. Katrina Merkies, researcher and associate professor at the University of Guelph, and her master student Haley Belliveau, we are faring well. Using an online survey, participants …

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Farm & Facility: GGT Footing Continues Long Standing Relationship With Devonwood Equestrian Center

July 23, 2022July 22, 2022 by Press

GGT Footing is the supplier to many equestrian arena surfaces around the country. We are thrilled to be involved with the prestigious Devonwood Equestrian Centre located in beautiful Sherwood, Oregon! Devonwood Equestrian Centre was founded and built by Justin & Ginny Rattner in 1998. A venue created with the purpose …

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Industry News: AQHA and APHA Match Stride in New Collaboration

July 21, 2022 by Press

The two largest equine breed registries in the world have come together in a unique partnership to bring more opportunities to horse enthusiasts worldwide. For the first time in equine breed association history, the American Quarter Horse and American Paint Horse associations are partnering in a two-year strategic alliance. This …

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Horse Jobs: The Chronicle Of The Horse Is Hiring A Staff Writer

July 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Press

Staff Writer The Chronicle of the Horse, an award-winning equestrian sports publication, is looking for a full-time staff writer. The Chronicle covers English equestrian sports nationally and internationally online and in a magazine published 18 times a year. It also has a quarterly lifestyle publication, Untacked. The successful applicant will …

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Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) Invites You to Participate in our 2022 Conference in Ohio

July 20, 2022 by Press

Chagrin Falls, OH – Horses and Humans Research Foundation is pleased to announce registration for our 2022 Conference About Research – Connect, Learn & Inspire is now open. Join us in Chagrin Falls, OH at Fieldstone Farm TRC on August 13th and 14th for an educational and informative experience. Speakers …

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