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SOLD – 10031 Brownell Drive SE, Aumsville, OR 97325 – Amazing Equestrian Property

Amazing Equestrian property

Amazing Equestrian property with beautiful home. Kitchen, living, bath remodel, new hardwood floors, fresh exterior/interior paint. Master with walk-in closets. Office could be a 4th bedroom. Gas fireplace, central vac. 60×120 fully enclosed arena, concrete aisle, 9 12×12 matted Priefert Stalls, tack room, hay/shaving storage, wash rack, 24×12 workshop, trailer … Read More

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From My Saddle: Youth and Education

Western Washington University Students, Jesse Nunley and Rebecca Manlow, hang out with April after finishing a marketing project for NWHS in 2015.

Producing a Magazine Takes an Incredible Team I’ve come to realize after so many years how blessed I am to be working with the team I have. Running a magazine for 27+ years and starting a new one nearly two years ago, I understand the dedication and discipline it takes … Read More

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Grand Meadows Cares Series: Equine Gastric Ulcers – Are You On The Right Track?

Equine Gastric Ulcers

Gastric ulcer treatment for equines runs the gamut from commercially and home-produced pastes and potions, to off label use of medications in cocktails and concoctions. Whenever you administer medications or supplements to your horse, it goes without saying (or does it?), that following the manufacturer’s instructions for the duration and … Read More

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The Foundation for the Horse Dedicates $10,000 to Support Feed and Hay Relief for Equines Impacted by Maui, Hawaii, Wildfires

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More help needed; donations welcome to The Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund The devastating wildfires that have swept through Maui since Aug. 8 have also had a profound impact on the local horse population. The Foundation for the Horse, the charitable arm of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), is … Read More

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Editor’s Postcard: Are You Learning?

Learning

Let Your Passion Fuel Your Desire to Become Educated I’ve taken a lot of riding lessons in my life, and I continue to educate myself through lessons, clinics, seminars, and extensive reading. My passion for horses and riding has fueled this desire to learn. I’m currently taking a year-long writers’ … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: August 2-11, 2023 – Strangles – MULTIPLE COUNTIES, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Veterinarian’s OfficeConfirmed Case(s) – Voluntary Quarantine/No Quarantine August 02, 2023 – Clallam County, WANumber Confirmed: 2Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private FacilityComments: Horse was in stall next to positive and came up weak positive. Owner has been doing biosecurity and self quarantine. Under vet care. August 03, 2023 – … Read More

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Trainer’s Corner: My journey with “Journey” the Mustang – Part 3

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Matt and Journey the Mustang. Photo Courtesy Alayne Blickle

Competitions and Opportunities Highlight Mustangs’ Qualities At the end of the last article, I’d finally saddled Journey, my formerly wild mustang who I was preparing for a 90-day competition, with a full-sized saddle after starting him with a kid’s saddle. Then life happened, and I had to be gone for … Read More

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⚠️Warning: Graphic Content⚠️ Stallion Suffers Horrific Injury Escaping from Trap at Gov’t Wild Horse Roundup

Death toll rises to five as two more foals also die after helicopter chase in summer heat Additional Deaths Background About the American Wild Horse Campaign The American Wild Horse Campaign (AWHC) is the nation’s leading wild horse protection organization, with more than 700,000 supporters and followers nationwide. AWHC is … Read More

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Trail Savvy: Why Use Hoof Boots?

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Image Courtesy Robert Eversole

Unveiling the Truth Behind Equine Footwear Hoof boots—we’ve all heard of them, and it’s a love-or-hate relationship for most. I tried boots from four manufacturers a few years ago and promptly returned to traditional steel shoes.  Steel has worked for me for years. Other than a few sprung shoes, failures … Read More

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SOLD – 18040 Colony Road, Bow, WA 98232 – Tranquil 5-acre Equestrian Hobby Farm

Tranquil 5-acre equestrian hobby farm. With 3 beds, 2 baths, this property blends rural farm charm with equine excellence. Landscaping features raised beds, perfect for gardening. Fruit and nut trees – cherry, plum, apple, and English walnut – add tasty, natural beauty. The property features a large shop, firewood, and … Read More

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