Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: Unknown; Number Exposed: Unknown; See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
Cirque Ma’Ceo is coming to Eugene, OR! This unique spectacle showcases an awe-inspiring blend of stunning horses and masterful acrobats. At its heart lies the profound connection between humans and horses—where hoofbeats and heartbeats unite in perfect harmony. See event info here: https://horsesource.org/event/cirque-maceo-equestrian-show-6
The Hard Horse Who Taught Me to Use My Seat Recently, while judging a Working Equitation show, I watched a young woman ride a talented but spicy black gelding around a course of obstacles. The horse appeared happy, with ears pricked, a quiet tail, and a swinging back. He eagerly … Read More
Everyone knows that horses don’t thrive on their own—they flourish because of a devoted network of people who give them expert care, steady support, and daily attention. Behind every polished performance, healthy stride, or peaceful trail ride is a team of caretakers, including fellow equestrians, who make it all possible. … Read More
Leadership Means Looking Inward, Offering Grace, and Building Trust A boss instills fear, assigns blame, and controls others. A leader inspires confidence, takes responsibility, and empowers others. Those words have rung true across every chapter of my life, whether I was serving in the Marine Corps, navigating high-stakes bank mergers … Read More
Finding Peace and Classical Dressage at this 18th Century Portuguese Estate In May 2025 I attended an immersive educational opportunity for working equitation judges in Portugal. Following the training, many of my fellow judges and other attendees planned to participate in some of the riding and training opportunities horse people … Read More
Snohomish, Washington Company Creates Safe, Effective, and Beautiful Places for Horses and Their People Raiser Excavation of Snohomish, Washington, is a family owned and operated company founded in 2022. Bryan Svedarsky is President, Steven Svedarsky is Vice President, and their father Steve Svedarsky is an additional owner. Bryan began doing … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1 Horse 1: Age: 5; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 8/20/2025; Clinical Signs: febrile, lethargic, hypermetric (front end), ataxia, muscle fasciculations (head, muzzle, neck, back), hyperreactive; Confirmation Date: 8/29/2025; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated Comments: The first (1st) case of West Nile Virus in California in … Read More
Explore the complete digital edition of the September 2025 The Northwest Horse Source
Explore ways to create a brave and safer horse with reward based methods. Learn how to provide support and guidance to build your horse’s confidence. Discover how to identify your horse’s fear thresholds and reduce spooking. Obstacles include a water crossing, tube dancer, sparklers, llamas, and a dragon! Horses of … Read More
