When we talk about horse welfare, we often think of proper nutrition, veterinary care, turnout, and equipment. All of those are critical, but perhaps the most significant influence on a horse’s physical and mental well-being is the rider. Every time we sit in the saddle, we affect our horse — … Read More
YouTube Tutorials Can Be Helpful, but They Don’t Replace In-Person Instruction Social media can be useful; it connects us to neighborhood groups that let us know what’s happening in our community (is your power out too?) and keeps us in touch with long-lost friends from high school. I use YouTube … Read More
New study reveals that amniotic tissue may hold the key to preventing pregnancy loss in horses. By Courtney Price, Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Oct. 1, 2025 — Horse breeding is a time- and resource-intensive process, with the average successful pregnancy often costing thousands of dollars … Read More
The Joys of the Golden Years It ain’t for sissies. Life’s journey is not always what we expect. If I could give some advice to my younger self, it would be to save money. If I had put away $100 per month when I was in my 20s I would … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 3; Number Euthanized: 1; Facility Type: Farm; Previous Alerts: 4649 See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Number Confirmed: 1 Number Exposed: 9 Facility Type: Farm Horse 1: Age: 3; Gender: Filly; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Usage: Barrel Racing; Onset of Clinical Signs: 10/1/2025; Clinical Signs: Reluctance to move and seemed painful with lip twitching. Treated with NSAIDs and antimicrobials for 4 days. Fully recovered; Confirmation Date: 10/7/2025; Horse Status: Recovered; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
By Amy Sales The 2025 Mustang Classic concluded in unforgettable fashion as Laura Wilson and her mustang, One Ear Wonder, claimed the championship title with a construction-themed freestyle that wowed the crowd. Their winning performance showcased Wilson’s creativity and horsemanship, and the incredible heart and intelligence of her one-of-a-kind partner. … Read More
A Horse’s Story Shines Light on Sun Safety By Marjorielee Christianson for Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University When Christie Goddard (2016 Virginia Tech grad) noticed fast-growing lumps on the eyelid of her 16-year-old American paint horse, Rowdy, she knew she needed to seek help. The gelding, who had been … Read More
Start Planning Now for Next Year’s Adventures The mornings are crisp with frost, and my favorite trails are hidden under a carpet of golden leaves. As I pack away the gear for winter, I can’t help but think about next year’s adventures. Now’s the time to start planning. Camping with horses might … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1 Number Exposed: 3 Facility Type: Farm See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
