State Vet’s Word on EHV-1

  State Vet’s Word on EHV-1 By now, everyone in the horse world knows about the EHV-1 outbreak, but here are some words from Dr. Leonard Eldridge, state veterinarian with Washington State Department of Agriculture.   Clinical signs may include: nasal discharge, in-coordination, hind-end weakness, recumbency, lethargy, urine dribbling and …

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Jane Savoie’s Dressage 101

The Ultimate Source of Dressage Basics in a Language You Can Understand By Jane Savoie     Dressage 101 is a one-volume new edition of the bestsellers Cross-Train Your Horse and More Cross-Training. It’s a simple, riddle-free system of training that places a high priority on the horse’s physical and …

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New Horse Facility in the Pacific Northwest!

April Pickering

Several clubs enjoy new arena for shows By Karen Pickering   It was a relaxing afternoon taking pictures of April’s mane as I was trying a new detangler made by Absorbine Products. It’s one of the things I enjoy about the magazine, trying new products. April doesn’t mind, she seems …

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Happy Hauling!

Minimizing Trailer Stress By Robert Eversole   Summer is officially here and, in spite of high fuel prices, trail riders are hitting the highways in large numbers to haul their horses and mules to “work” as they travel to that perfect riding destination. In my last article, we discussed the fundamentals …

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Equine Herpes—Revisted

A Vet Talks About the Equine Outbreak By  Dave Sauter, DVM   This year, Equine Herpes Virus (EHV) became one of the most infamous infections in horses, both inside and outside the horse owning population. The outbreak that began with horses that attended the National Cutting Horse Association show between April …

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A Primer on Equine Metabolic Syndrome

Recognizing, Managing, and Preventing EMS By Dr. Wendy Mollat   As a horse owner, you’re probably familiar with equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) by now. While the clinical signs of the syndrome have been around for decades, it’s only recently that researchers have given more definition to this condition. Below is basic …

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Forging Ahead

EHV and the Show Season   Canceled. Postponed. We haven’t made a decision yet. We’ve heard all of these over the last few weeks with regards to the status of horse shows due to the EHV-1 and EHM situation. Add to that the poor weather and I think its safe …

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Outback Grand Prix Quilted Vest Review

by Karen Pickering   I’ve been wearing this vest for several months now. The paisley lining is attractive and comfortable. The micro suede fabric exterior is resilient and water resistant. The vest washes well and is virtually wrinkle free if removed promptly from dryer. It has a tailored look with …

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Least Toxic Weed Control Options

Managing Weeds Doesn’t Have to Be Such a Chore By Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water   Midsummer and it’s high time to talk about weed control. Getting a handle on weeds is the most cost-effective, chore effective way of dealing with these persistent nuisances. Firstly, good pasture management is the …

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Flax Plus by Herbsmith

  Herbsmith Inc. is proud to introduce their amazing formulas in a new, easy-to-administer option! They’ve combined their same reliable solutions with the many well-known benefits of flax: Improve the appearance of the horse’s coat, contains Omega 3’s that support joint health, the cardiovascular system, and the skin/coat. Great taste for …

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