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New & Noteworthy: Muck Boots Offers Variety and Warmth

Image Courtesy Muck Boot Company

Muck Boots offers a variety of styles for keeping feet warm, stable, and waterproof. In its Originals collection you’ll find styles that include Originals Duck Lace, Ankle, and Pull-On boots that are light duty yet essential footwear.  Muck’s Chore Farm Leather boot for men offers a stylish look that stands up to acidic … Read More

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Rider Wellness: You Can Get Physically Fit this Year!

When it’s cold outside or the footing isn’t good, you can still get your steps in walking with your horse. You’ll both benefit!

Make a Habit of Moving Your Body It’s a new year and the holidays are over. Like many others, you’ve decided it’s time to get in shape or return to your pre-holiday routine. Despite good intentions, many people find it hard to stick to their new plan or get back … Read More

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The Diamond-McNabb Ranch Horse Sale Celebrates its 15-Year Anniversary on Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 in Wyoming

All images courtesy of Jessica Elizabeth Photography

Ken McNabb Horsemanship and Diamond Land & Livestock share a rich history, producing quality horses for everyone from the experienced ranch hand, to the seasoned competitor, to the recreational trail rider. This year marks the 15-year anniversary of the Diamond-McNabb Ranch Horse Sale, to be celebrated with door prizes, giveaways, … Read More

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Trail Savvy: Back Country Packing

(Photo Caption: Leading a short string under the Chinese Wall in Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness. Not shown are the years of preparation to learn the skills required for such a trek; the months of planning and several long days in the saddle to get here. The trip was worth every … Read More

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From My Saddle: Trying New Things

Karen with reindeer taken at the Alaska Horse Expo, June 2012.

Publishing Industry Bring Challenges The holidays always give me time to reflect on the year’s business challenges and wins. I’ve been burying my head in the sand for a while, avoiding what’s happening with how the equine world consumes information. For me, and many of our readers who’ve reached out … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: February 06, 2023 Strangles in Thurston County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State Vet Office Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 3Facility Type: Private FacilityComments: A horse in Thurston County has tested positive for Strangles. The horse was purchased with 3 others from Texas slaughter pen and is currently under vet care and owner has them voluntary quarantined. For more information about Strangles, go to: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/strangles See past published … Read More

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Northwest Horse Fair & Expo 2023: Here We Come Again!!

Northwest Horse Fair & Expo 2023
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Elegant dancing horses; strutting stallions; fast paced precision drill team; parade of horse breeds; a large trade show; plus world class trainers and riders sharing secrets to success. Come to see it all and much more at the Northwest Horse Fair & Expo, presented by Akins Trailer Sales!  Now in … Read More

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Meet MHF’s New Executive Director & Relive Mustang Magic

Another successful Mustang Magic in the books! After a modified program the last few years, Mustang Magic returned to the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo this month in its entirety. What started with a mustang takeover of the Fort Worth Stockyards, ended with 22 mustangs finding their forever homes – … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: February 01, 2023 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic in Flathead County, MT

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Source: Montana Department of Livestock Number Confirmed: 5Clinical Signs: Neurologic signsComments: Following multiple confirmed cases of equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in Flathead County, the Montana Department of Livestock is recommending that horse owners and event coordinators in the Flathead Valley limit travel and cancel events that bring horses … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: January 31, 2023 Strangles in Kittitas County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: State vet office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: Unknown; Facility Type: Training Facility; Comments: A horse at a training facility in Kittitas County has tested positive for Strangles. The horse is under private vet care and has not been off property but many others come and go. For more information go to: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/strangles See past published Outbreak Alerts: … Read More

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