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A Guide to Responsible Trail Use

A Guide to Responsible Trail Use

If you’re new to trail riding, it’s easy to think it’s just a hillier extension of the arena. Not quite. Trail riding offers an escape to beautiful, wild places — but also brings with it a responsibility to keep those places pristine and to respect the experiences of other visitors. Here … Read More

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Which Leg is Lame? A Beginner’s Guide (part 2 of 3)

Which Leg is Lame? A Beginner’s Guide (part 2 of 3)

Recognizing lameness in the hindlimbs can be slightly trickier than in the front legs. Generally, there is more movement and some compensation going on throughout the horse’s body. This can cause other limbs to look “off” and confuses the evaluator. In this month’s article we will discuss hindlimb lameness and … Read More

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April 29, 2020 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic – WA

Number Confirmed: 3; Number Exposed: 30;   Age: 17; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Draft; Onset of Clinical Signs: 4/23/2020; Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Urinary Incontinence, Nasal Discharge; Confirmation Date: 04/24/2020; Horse Status: Recovering; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated;   Age: 6; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Cross; Onset of Clinical Signs: 4/25/2020; Clinical Signs: Fever; Confirmation … Read More

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April 27, 2020 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic – WA

Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1 Notes: A horse at a boarding facility in King County has tested posted for EHV. The affected horse is secluded away from the other horses and the farm has been placed under quarantine. All information is sourced from  http://equinediseasecc.org/alerts/outbreaks

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April 13, 2020 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic – CA

Sonoma County, CA Confirmed case(s): Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 48; Age: 10; Gender: Mare; Breed: Warmblood (WB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 4/6/2020; Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Dribbling Urine, Nasal Discharge, Afebrile; Confirmation Date: 4/8/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Notes: A 10-year-old Warmblood mare displaying neurologic signs has been confirmed positive for Equine Herpesvirus-1. The mare is quarantined and isolated at a referral … Read More

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Help Wanted – Youth Dynamics Stonewater Mustangs

Do you love Mustangs? Have experience starting horses under saddle? Want to help reach teens with the love of Jesus? Come grow your repertoire, give back to the horses and the horse industry, and make a life-changing difference for teens of the Northwest! Youth Dynamics Stonewater Mustangs has a unique … Read More

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COVID-19

The Northwest Horse Source has created this page to have an easy-to-access resource for local small businesses and equine folks in general. Scroll down to view links to alerts, resources, news and updates. Check back often as we will continue to add content as we receive it. Stay safe and … Read More

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Editor’s Postcard: The Horse Show Game

Showing Offers Opportunity for Growth By Kim Roe I love horse shows. I love arriving on the grounds and seeing all the beautiful, excited horses and happy people. I love the anticipation, the drama, and great performances. I love picnics and peaceful behind-the-barn napping in the shade. But showing involves … Read More

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From My Saddle: The Dance between Digital and Print

New Life for The Northwest Horse Source by Karen Pickering   April is my favorite time of year. Everything is new, plants are budding, flowers are pushing up through the dirt, and green grass is growing. Time to leg up that horse for spring and summer activities! I’m heading to … Read More

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