How I Found My “Shooting Family” by Karen Plumlee Horses, guns, family: That’s what cowboy mounted shooting is all about. Simply, it’s the most fun you can have on horseback and a mounted shooting event is like one big family reunion. When I first started in this sport, my husband … Read More
Ease Stress by Planning Ahead for the Unexpected by Catherine Madera I had planned to write about organizing my tack room (hoping it would motivate me) for our Barn and Farm issue. However, an unplanned tragedy this week prompts me in another direction: planning for when the worst happens … Read More
When veterinarian Dr. Erica Lacher of Florida’s Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic responded to a farm call last August, she found a textbook example of why horse pastures and retired farm equipment don’t mix. Coby, a 20 year-old Paint horse had broken into an old parked horse trailer (assumed locked) and … Read More
Turning Dreams into Reality by Karen Pickering For years I’ve dreamed of owning a beautiful, efficient horse facility. It seems elusive, but I’m determined! This past year has made me realize more than ever the importance of chore efficiency. For me, cleaning the barn quickly so I can do … Read More
Once in a lifetime horse property with some of the best draining sandy loam soil around! Complete with a large 4 bedroom home. High end kitchen appliances, main floor master, good size bdrms, and a great entertaining deck with a hot tub. One of the barns include 7 matted stalls, … Read More
Protect Your Horse from Four Serious Diseases by Eleanor Blazer Within your horse may be invaders that can cause illness. These organisms are dependent on him for sustenance and life. Your horse is their “host.” Examples of these unwanted guests are intestinal parasites, bacterial or viral infection. Many of … Read More
On Western Riding: Styles, Fads and Trends by Al Dunning In the horse world, fads and styles come and go not unlike what happens in the fashion industry. Some training trends are detrimental to horses, both physically and mentally. This month Al shares his thoughts on western styles, both … Read More
Elegant Equestrian living on 10 Riverfront acres, located in Auburn, WA. Desirable Green Valley Road offers a picturesque Northwest setting with gated entry and long tree lined drive. Custom 2 story home offers warmth and tasteful color palates, main floor master suite with sitting area, grand formal rooms, generous Great … Read More
Drawing ended February 29th, 2016. Join us in congratulating Pioneer Veterinary Services, our February drawing winner and loyal email subscriber! Become an Email Subscriber for a Chance to Win Tickets to the Northwest Horse Fair & Expo! Northwest Horse Fair & Expo March 18-20 in Albany, OR Northwest horse Fair … Read More
This property with mountain views features a usable, dry five acres with a 40’x70’ shop with loft storage, and an additional 16’ attached loafing shed, plus a 24’x24’ storage building. This fully functioning equestrian property features a field loafing shed, multiple plumbed horse troughs and custom galvanized fencing and gates … Read More
