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Outbreak Alert: Strangles in King County Washington

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

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.    

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Tell Us About Your Senior Horse – Win $500!

Senior Horse
Photo Credit: Terri Goon, Colorado Horse Rescue

The quirkier the better – Two $500 prize gift baskets from Farnam! Every senior horse has a quirk–be it funny, endearing, or downright annoying–and we want to hear about yours! In 300 words or fewer, tell us about your senior horse’s silly behavior, including where it came from, how it’s … Read More

Rutgers University Advises Helmet, Vest Replacements

Rutgers University

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 … Read More

Outbreak Alert: Strangles in Clallam County Washington

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State vet office.   Number Confirmed: 1;Facility Type: Private Facility;Notes: A horse in Clallam County has tested positive for Strangles. Purchased some other horses from an auction. This horse was on property. Working with private vet and under self quarantine measures. For more information about Strangles go to: Strangles … Read More

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

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 … Read More

Industry News: AQHA and APHA Match Stride in New Collaboration

AQHA and APHA

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 … Read More

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