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Simple Yet Effective Tools Everyone wants their horse to be more attentive to light pressure from both legs and reins. A lot of my clients come to me and are working way too hard getting their horse to acknowledge cues. A great exercise that will encourage your horse to … Read More
Fun and Easy Ways to Track Riding Adventures by Robert Eversole When I was first introduced to navigating, the tools were essentially the same as what Columbus used back when he sailed the ocean blue, in 1492. For hundreds of years, paper maps and magnetic compasses have been, and in … Read More
Joint Injections: What You Need to Know About this Common Procedure by Dr. Liz Devine, DVM, MS, DACVS-LA Musculoskeletal injury is very common in our equine athletes. The diagnosis and treatment of these injuries often involves joint injections. While this is one of the more common procedures performed by … Read More
Attain New Levels of Leadership, Unity and Engagement with Your Horse True liberty, says Jonathan Field, is much more than simply removing equipment and stepping outside the pen or arena. It is moving with your horse, communicating only with intention, and creating a seamless, smooth, and rhythmic dance. “When you … Read More
Barn Pros: Just What the Doctor Ordered by Catherine Madera Dr. Stephanie Meyer of Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital knows how changes in lifestyle and approach can dramatically affect quality of life. While completing her residency in large animal internal medicine at the University of Florida, one of Meyer’s personal riding horses … Read More
Five Considerations for Building a Solid Arena by Glynnie Walford Equestrians will agree that when it comes to arena riding, a well-appointed ring is a joy to work (and play!) in. The footing you choose for this enclosure will depend on a variety of factors and will be the most … Read More
The Advantages of Liquid Pad Technology to Aid Recovery by Tab Pigg, Certified Journeyman Farrier When an equine athlete experiences an episode of laminitis or founder it can be a painful experience. While there are numerous studies and articles on the causes of these two maladies, there is also a … Read More
When You Have to Sell a Horse by Catherine Madera I loved the book Black Beauty and read it several times as a youth. It’s a beautiful story but a sad one, too, especially the way it explores the selling of horses. Some “win the lotto” when they are sold, … Read More
Improve Your Shooting Skills with WWMS Regular Practice As spring approaches, we hope to begin WWMS club practices at our home arena in Sultan, WA. Practices are generally held Sunday, 11am – 3pm (weather dependent). For practice info contact Jennifer Burnell, 206-856-2495/ [email protected], or visit the WWMS club Facebook group. Everyone … Read More
Programs Abound to Help Raise Future Leaders in the Horse Industry Washington State Quarter Horse Association is off in full swing. We kicked off the year with the Youth Schooling Show. This show is run by the youth as a learning opportunity. They run everything, from the office to being the … Read More
