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Why forage is the cornerstone of a working ranch horse’s diet

November 15, 2024 by Press

Ranch horses need a forage-based diet for their health, energy and overall performance. Photo Credit Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife.

Texas A&M AgriLife expert explains the importance of keeping forage as a main source of nutrition November 4, 2024 – by Alex Cozzitorto For ranch horses, a forage-based diet is not just a recommendation; it’s essential for their health, energy and overall performance. Understanding their unique digestive system helps highlight why forage …

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Outbreak Alerts: November 14, 2024 Strangles in Canyon County, ID

November 14, 2024 by Equine Disease Communication Center

Source: Private Practitioner Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – Voluntary Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: 1Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private FacilityHorse 1: Age: 16Gender: GeldingBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Usage: Pleasure RidingOnset of Clinical Signs: 10/31/2024Clinical Signs: Fever 102.3*F, bilateral purulent nasal discharge, submandibular swelling, submandibular lymph node abscessConfirmation Date: 11/13/2024Horse Status: RecoveringVaccination Status: Unvaccinated For more information about Strangles, go to https://www.equinediseasecc.org/strangles See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts

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Outbreak Alerts: November 14, 2024 Pigeon Fever in Canyon County, ID

November 14, 2024 by Equine Disease Communication Center

Confirmed Case(s) – Voluntary Quarantine Source: Private Practitioner Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 2Facility Type: Private Facility Horse 1:Age: 8Gender: MareBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Usage: Pleasure RidingOnset of Clinical Signs: 11/7/2024Clinical Signs: Two large pectoral abscesses ruptured and draining purulent material. Otherwise afebrile and acting normal.Confirmation Date: 11/13/2024Horse Status: RecoveringVaccination Status: Unvaccinated See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts

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Small Farm Makeover: Storage Tips for Barn Managers

November 25, 2024November 14, 2024 by Alayne Blickle

Blanket hooks numbered corresponding to stall numbers. Photo Courtesy Alayne Blickle.

Keeping Barns Organized and Clutter-Free Aids Safety and Sanity Norma Stein has ridden and owned horses for over 50 years. She started out in hunters and transitioned to eventing, eventually spending most of her years in dressage. Now she thinks of herself as “a retired dressage rider who trail rides …

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70 Years Strong: The United States Pony Clubs’ Impact on the Horse World

November 14, 2024November 13, 2024 by Press

October 31, 2024 (Lexington, KY) — Over the past seven decades, the United States Pony Clubs (USPC) has served more than 175,000 members and counting. For many, Pony Club is the start of lifelong involvement with horses. But the impact of USPC extends far beyond the barn. In addition to horse …

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6187 Swanson Road Bow, WA 98232 – Luxurious Equestrian Estate

November 9, 2024 by Gabrielle Balolia

Luxurious Equestrian Estate in Bow, WA

An equestrian estate without compromise! This luxurious, custom-built property in sought-after Bow is designed for both horses & their owners to enjoy life at its finest. Spanning 9.52 acres, this estate is surrounded by lush hay fields for utmost privacy yet offers quick freeway access. The fully updated home boasts …

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Why a website?

November 9, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

Is Facebook Page enough? Instagram? Do I really need a website? Three inescapable reasons to build a website … assuming you want a successful online web presence. Professional Credibility: An official website boosts credibility by showing potential customers that you’re established and trustworthy. It also gives you control over your …

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Save a Forgotten Equine’s Fall Into Winter Hay Drive!

November 9, 2024 by Press

SAFE’s Fall Into Winter Hay Drive – Raising $70k to feed horses in 2025 Save a Forgotten Equine’s Winter Hay Drive goal is to raise $70k by the end of November to pay for the hay and grain we will need to feed our herd in 2025. This is the …

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Hooves & Hops Fundraiser Event 11/23/24

November 8, 2024 by Press

See event info here: https://horsesource.org/event/hooves-hops-fundraiser

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November 8, 2024 by Karen Pickering

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