Decades ago, before the advancement in veterinary care we now enjoy, horses over the age of 20 were considered very old and rarely ridden. They were “put out to pasture” and unfortunately often forgotten about. These days though, many horses in their 20s (and beyond) still live useful and productive … Read More
2021 was a year of incredible change for me and my husband Mark. It was both exciting and scary to leave our home of 35 years and move 1500 miles across the country to a completely different climate and culture. Making new friends and building relationships feels like completely starting … Read More
Multiple equine organizations in the Commonwealth have joined forces to assist horse owners who have been affected by last week’s tornado outbreak. Equine and ag-specific donations will be accepted at the Kentucky Horse Park December 18-20, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Signage will point donors to the exact location … Read More
Cavallo Horse & Rider’s Trek Hoof Boots top the gift-giving list for all horses this season. Whether shod or barefoot, the boots provide the traction and support to help all feel comfortable and refreshed after trailer rides or while performing on the trail or in the arena. Cavallo is the source for … Read More
There are many questions about the effectiveness of online web banners. In recent years we have seen an increase in the number of viewers online. Do you wonder how effective banners are? Here’s an interesting fact: In the last 30 days we have delivered 270,524 impressions to our advertisers. Wow! … Read More
Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 7; Facility Type: Rescue Facility; Notes: The facility is self quarantined and working with a veterinarian. 4 or 5 other horses on the property that have been isolated. For more information about Strangles go to: Strangles factsheet
Experienced and aspiring trail riders and horse campers will enjoy and benefit from reading The ABCs of Trail Riding and Horse Camping. This book goes beyond the scope of traditional horse-riding texts, revealing hundreds of field-tested tips to improve your next outdoor adventure. With clear descriptions organized alphabetically for quick … Read More
Sable Island is home to one of the last herds of completely wild horses and nothing else. This small strip of earth, often nestled in a blanket of fog 100 miles from land, is shrouded in mystery and intrigue as man has failed to conquer the island despite numerous attempts. … Read More
Winter weather puts a strain on all body tissues with special challenges for the hooves. Don’t skimp on hoof care over the winter. Cold weather reduces blood flow to the extremities and unless your horse is doing a lot of exercising hoof growth is going to slow considerably. This … Read More
The Wild Beauty Foundation has announced the winners and finalists for its inaugural 2021 creative writing competition. Children and teens around the world were invited to submit short stories to raise awareness for wild horses in the American west, with the chance of a celebrity reading their story aloud on … Read More
