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Cowgirl Capable Retreat – How to get your Ammo PAID FOR!

Cowgirl Capable Women’s Empowerment Retreathttps://cowgirlcapable.com/retreatSept 5th-8th, 2024Whistlin’ Pine Ranch – Pateros, WA Register here (paid in full by 8/15 to get free ammo): https://cowgirlcapable.com/registration-form Things are starting to really get exciting and logistics are all falling into place to make this Cowgirl Capable Retreat very memorable event (with amazing food) … Read More

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DURANGO® BOOTS AND THE PRCA HOST SWEEPSTAKES LEADING UP TO 2024 NFR

SWEEPSTAKES

What: Durango® Boots and the PRCA are hosting an NFR Flyaway Sweepstakes during July and into August. $3,000 prize package up for grabs for one winner & their guest! ● (2) Pairs of PRCA Collection by Durango® Boots● (2) Tickets to Durango® Night at Wrangler NFR® on Thursday December 12th, … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: July 29, 2024 West Nile Virus in Yuba County, CA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: UnknownNumber Euthanized: 1 Horse 1: Age: 16Gender: GeldingBreed: Quarter HorseOnset of Clinical Signs: 7/17/2024Clinical Signs: ataxia, muscle fasciculations, facial asymmetry, febrileConfirmation Date: 7/25/2024Horse Status: EuthanizedVaccination Status: Undervaccinated Comments: The second (2nd) case of West Nile Virus in California in 2024 was confirmed in Yuba County. On … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: July 26, 2024 West Nile Virus in Placer County, CA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: Unknown Horse 1: Age: 6Gender: StallionBreed: Andalusian CrossOnset of Clinical Signs: 7/17/2024Clinical Signs: ataxia, muscle fasciculations in muzzle, grinding teeth, decreased appetiteConfirmation Date: 7/25/2024Horse Status: Affected And AliveVaccination Status: Status Unknown Comments: The first (1st) case of West Nile Virus in California in 2024 was confirmed … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: Road to the Horse 2025 – A Colt of Many Colors

Road to the Horse
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Since 2003, Road to the Horse has been the industry’s most prestigious colt starting challenge. Creativity and innovation are key components of the continued success of the event throughout the last two decades. With that in mind, the colt starting action at Road to the Horse 2025 will not disappoint … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: July 25, 2024 Equine Influenza in King County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: State Veterinarian’s Office Number Confirmed: 1 Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Boarding FacilityComments: Under vet care and facility is taking biosecurity precautions. Horse is secluded away from others. For more information about Equine Influenza, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/equine-influenza See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts

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Editor’s Postcard: What Makes a Horseman?

true horsemanship
Photo by Kim Roe

It’s a Lifelong Trip horse·​man, noun, 14th century 1. a rider or driver of horses; especially: one whose skill is exceptional2. A person skilled in caring for or managing horses Merriam Webster Dictionary A long time ago I was at a dressage show sitting on my tack trunk in front of … Read More

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Media Barn: New in Books – Dear Readers and Riders

Marguerite Henry

The Beloved Books, Faithful Fans, and Hidden Private Life of Marguerite Henry By Lettie Teague Marguerite Henry’s name has inspired immediate recognition and pronouncements of admiration over the decades. As an author she was prolific with 59 books published, millions of copies sold, and nearly 80 years of her life … Read More

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