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Outbreak Alert: November 18, 2021 – Equine Influenza in Clackamas County, OR

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Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 2; Number Suspected: 1; Number Exposed: 5; Facility Type: Not Reported; #1–Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/13/2021; Clinical Signs: Mild Cough, Mild Fever, Mild Nasal Discharge; Confirmation Date: Not Reported; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated; #2—Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/15/2021; Clinical Signs: Mild Fever, Nasal Discharge; Horse … Read More

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The Equine Network Launches Instructional On-Demand Video Resource for Barrel Racers

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The subscription streaming site BarrelRacing.com launched on October 25, 2021, following an exciting fall filming and production schedule with some of barrel racing’s biggest names. The new on-demand video platform created by Barrel Racing Magazine provides direct access to leading barrel racing professionals with relevant topics designed to educate and inspire barrel racers. With … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: November 17, 2021 – Equine Influenza in King County, WA & Strangles in Kitsap County, WA

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Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Facility Type: Private Facility; Notes: The owner is working with the attending veterinarian. For more information go to the equine influenza factsheet Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: 2; Number Exposed: 1; Facility Type: Private Facility; Notes: Owner … Read More

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Ask the Expert: Looking for Information on Horse Breeding Behavior

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Q: I’m a student who is having some trouble finding some information if you can help me that would be appreciated! 1. Describe an example of intersexual selection in horse behaviour? 2. Describe behaviours that might change in a mare when it “comes into season” 3. How is the breeding … Read More

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Looking for a Next Chapter for Your Horse or Pony?

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Safe Landings is a new online platform featuring organizations that are looking for program horses to provide opportunities for horse owners, rescues, and transition centers to find homes for their equines in need of a next chapter. “For horses to remain an important part of American life and have a viable … Read More

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Your Horse Has a Question: Are You Feeding Me Omega 3s Every Day?

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Photo:  Healthy pasture grasses in their growing seasons contain plenty of both omega 3 and omega 6. If your horse is lucky enough to graze on pasture much of the year, you generally do not need to concern yourself with additional supplementation. But in colder climates like the Northwest where … Read More

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CLOSED – Ferndale, WA – 4.85 acres of level, grassy, build-able land

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Level, grassy shy 5 acres just moments from Bellingham and Ferndale. Water (NW Water Association), electric, and natural gas are in the street. Four bedroom septic design is complete. This property zoning allows and is well suited for, an ADU. Beautiful hay fields make the perfect setting for a hobby … Read More

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SOLD – 18455 Lake Francis Road SE, Maple Valley WA – Idyllic Equestrian Living

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Idyllic equestrian living on 2+ beautifully fenced and cross fenced acres. Custom home offers stone, slate and hardwoods thru-out most living spaces, new carpet in bedrooms, new paint, Great room living, formal dining, lower level Rec room, Master suite with 3/4 bath. Two fireplaces. Outdoor paver patio living with fireplace, … Read More

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New WORX Gift Ideas For Her This Holiday Season

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Publisher’s note,  I can’t get enough of these great tools by WORX. I have several of their tools now and am always amazed at the quality and longevity. Remember, us girls can use tools! ~ Karen Pickering, NW Horse Source. If you shop at Amazon.com for WORX it does help … Read More

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Minding your own Business?

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I am often asked what the best platform is for building a website. Wix & Squarespace spend a lot of money on advertising and tell a great story, BUT there are reasons that 65% of websites are built with WordPress. And most of those reasons will directly support your business. … Read More

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