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Outbreak Alert: July 21, 2021 – Strangles in King County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: 2; Notes: A horse at a farm in King County has tested positive for Strangles. The owner is working with a veterinarian and practicing biosecurity recommendations. For more information about Strangles go to the Strangles factsheet.  All information is sourced … Read More

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Doing Well by Doing Good – Philanthropy as a Business Model

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Growing up in Anchor Point, Alaska as a precocious and involved youngster, I was often the recipient of local support. Whether it was the local businesses sponsoring my run for rodeo queen or receiving the Elks and Realtor scholarships as a senior in high school, community backing was ever present. My … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: July 20, 2021 – Strangles in Pierce County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: 2; Notes: A private facility in Pierce County is under a voluntary quarantine after a horse has tested positive for Strangles. The owner is working with the vet and taking temperatures.  For more information about Strangles go to the Strangles factsheet.  … Read More

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House Lawmakers Introduce H-2B Reform Bill

This summer, a bipartisan group of House lawmakers, led by Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX), introduced the “H-2B Returning Worker Exception Act of 2021” (H.R. 3897). This bill would reform the outdated H-2B guest worker program by exempting “returning workers” from the federal government’s stringent cap of 66,000 workers per year. … Read More

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10 Reasons to Create a Small-Scale Trail Course on Your Horse Property

Short trail paths created with natural objects and plantings. Photo by Alayne Blickle

Trail courses are fun for horses and riders and can be beneficial for the natural environment. Landscaping a trail course with native plants can provide food and habitat for native insects and wildlife. Add in old logs and brush and rock piles, and you have the perfect habitat for other … Read More

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Book Review – Anne Kursinski’s Riding and Jumping Clinic

Olympian Anne Kursinski’s acclaimed book on riding horses over fences delivers on-target counsel and the kind of sophisticated, quality instruction you can only get in top barns around the world. Let this medal-winning international competitor show you “how it’s done” with step-by-step descriptions of 20 exercises to improve your position, … Read More

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Ask the Expert: Can I Make Treats with Lavender Extract Paste?

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Q: I just got some lavender extract paste can I make horse treats with it? If I can what should I put in them? –Jamie A: Lavender can be used in making horse treats of almost any type you wish. Most horses will like the flavor, though it’s useful to … Read More

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Jockey Eduardo Gutiérrez Sosa dies in Oregon racing accident

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Author: Horse Racing Nation staff   Eduardo Gutiérrez Sosa, a journeyman jockey who rode more than 2,500 starts at small tracks around the Pacific Northwest and nearby states, died in a racing accident Wednesday evening in central Oregon. Taking part in the annual Crooked River Roundup in Prineville, Gutiérrez was … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: July 13, 2021 – Strangles in King County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 1; Facility Type: Private Facility; Notes: A horse at a private facility in King County has tested positive for Strangles. The owner and a private veterinarian are managing and self quarantining the facility. For more information about Strangles go to … Read More

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SOLD: Ring Hill Equestrian Living in Woodinville, WA

Idyllic Ring Hill Equestrian living! Timeless stone and cedar home with inviting covered front porch entry. Matching garage with ADU plus barn. Main house offers 10′ ceilings on main level Great room, stone fireplace, granite and stainless kitchen with nook area. Deck access with pastoral views. Upper level master suite … Read More

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