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Purina Animal Nutrition announces ambition for every horse in America to reach optimal body condition

December 12, 2024 by Press

Dr. Mary Beth Gordon, PhD, Senior Director, Equine Technical Innovation at Purina, demonstrates how to use a weight tape.

Their new horse weight management challenge, Through Thick and Thin, seeks to empower owners to help their horses achieve and maintain healthy body condition and lifestyle Arden Hills, Minn. (November 11, 2024) – Purina Animal Nutrition announced today the launch of its new challenge, Through Thick and Thin, which seeks to …

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Reigniting Your Equestrian Business: Strategies for Long-Term Success

December 11, 2024 by Karen Pickering

Mastering the Art of Working on Your Business, Not Just in It Above: One of my favorite ways to network is participating and attending horse expos. Running a business isn’t about finding all the answers once and coasting—especially in a rapidly changing world. After 30 years in the horse industry, …

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New & Noteworthy: American Horse Council’s December Podcast Offers Gift Ideas

December 11, 2024 by Press

The holidays are fast approaching and you’re thinking, “OMG, I need to find the perfect gift for my horse loving family or friend – where do I start?” The American Horse Council is here to help you. AHC’s monthly podcast on Horses in the Morning Radio Network for December 2024 …

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Survey Finds Half of Horse Owners Unaware of Lesser Known Stressors

December 10, 2024 by Press

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Identify causes of stress to help prevent equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) Do you know what’s stressing your horse out? A recent survey found that an overwhelming majority of horse owners know that stress is one of the leading causes of ulcers, but only 33% can correctly identify all potential …

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Small Farm Makeover: Bedding Matters

December 9, 2024December 9, 2024 by Kim Roe

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Material and Technique Choices Save Time and Money We’re all interested in finding ways to save money while still providing our horses good care. Purchasing bedding is an essential expense horse owners face and is especially important during the wet, frozen, winter months. Horses need a soft, dry place to …

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Trail Savvy: I Don’t Need All That Fancy Stuff

December 6, 2024 by Robert Eversole

Training at home leads to safety and control on the trail. Photo Courtesy Robert Eversole.

Trail Horses Need Training for Control and Safety I recently read one of Ty Evans’ reflections on training and the standards we should aim for with our animals. A sentiment he often hears is, “I don’t need any of that fancy stuff; I just want to go down the trail.” …

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PranaHorse Offers Complimentary Tickets for Volunteers to Attend “Energy Healing for Horses” Online Event

December 5, 2024December 5, 2024 by Press

Portland, OR – December 5, 2024 – In a heartfelt gesture of gratitude to the dedicated volunteers of local horse rescue organizations, PranaHorse is offering free access to their online event Energy Healing for Horses, scheduled for December 12, 2024. This exclusive offer is available to volunteers from Oregon and …

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Cover Story: Ed Hamilton Rosales has a Passion for Helping Others

December 4, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

Photo Credit: Niki Curnell, NK Equine Photography

Knowledge and Experience is Essential for an Equine Insurance Agent Nothing in life is certain. Things roll along smoothly and then can suddenly veer off and get bumpy. Horse owners need to prepare for difficult situations and be responsible for the liabilities involved in horse ownership. Ranches, farms, and equine …

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Northwest Horse Source Magazine’s December 2024 Issue IS HERE!

December 1, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

Explore the complete digital edition of the December 2024 The Northwest Horse Source Northwest Horse SourceThe Northwest Horse Source is an independently owned and operated print and online magazine for horse owners and enthusiasts of all breeds and disciplines in the Pacific Northwest. Our contemporary editorial columns are predominantly written by experts in …

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New & Noteworthy: Amazon Faces Pressure Over Products Made from Donkey-Hide Gelatin

November 28, 2024 by Press

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Animal welfare advocates gathered at Amazon HQ2 to hand-deliver over 370,000 petition signatures demanding that Amazon ban the sale of ejiao, a gelatin made from donkey hides. An estimated five million donkeys are killed every year to meet the growing demand for ejiao. This trade requires inhumane transportation conditions for …

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