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The Barn Fire Survival Guide

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How to Protect Large Animals in a Fire Emergency By Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences Staff The winter chill has begun to blow through the U.S., and the comfort of a warm fire is a welcome respite. But as owners move their large animals into their … Read More

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Taking Stock For Disasters: Developing A Large Animal Preparedness Plan

During a disaster, not all animals fit in the back seat for evacuation, so veterinarians at Texas A&M provide helpful tips for owners with large animals. BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION — When a disaster is on the horizon, timely evacuation can become that much more challenging for owners whose horses and livestock … Read More

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Temple Grandin: An Open Door

Temple Grandin
Photos by John Barnhardt

New Documentary Honors Her Life’s Work in Animal Welfare From Karen Pickering, Northwest Horse Source Magazine Publisher  Recently I had the privilege to interview Temple Grandin, a professor of Animal Behavior/Science at Colorado State University (CSU). She is an inspiration to many for the work she’s done as an advocate … Read More

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Built, Not Broken

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A Safe Trail Horse Feels Free to Think For generations, the goal of horse training was to get a horse “broke.” Broke to ride, broke to lead, and broke to behave. But what if I told you I disagree with the whole premise? Historically, breaking a horse meant precisely what … Read More

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Trail Savvy: More Than Miles

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Photo by Robert Eversole

An Education in Packing and Precision Ed Haefliger called me in 2009, shortly after I started writing a column on trail riding and camping with horses. I was still finding my footing as a writer and, if I’m honest, I felt a mix of excitement and imposter syndrome—I didn’t even … Read More

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OFFICIAL PROGRAM!! 24th Annual Northwest Horse Fair & Expo

Northwest Horse Fair & Expo

Check out the *OFFICIAL PROGRAM* for the 24th Annual Northwest Horse Fair & Expo, happening *THIS WEEKEND* March 21st, 22nd & 23rd, 2025 at the Linn Co Fair & Expo Center in Albany, Oregon! Check out the digital edition of the program or get a print copy at the expo! … Read More

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Leading Wild Horse Conservation Organization Applauds Bipartisan Effort to End Horse Slaughter with SAFE Act Reintroduction

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Image Courtesy American Wild Horse Conservation

Ahead of AWHC’s Day of Action for National Horse Protection Day, the reintroduction of the SAFE Act marks a critical step toward safeguarding America’s horses from slaughter. (WASHINGTON D.C., February 27th, 2025) – Today, the nation’s leading wild horse conservation organization, the American Wild Horse Conservation applauds U.S. Senators Lindsey … Read More

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Cover Story: Annual Northwest Horse Fair & Expo Returns to Albany, Oregon March 21–23

Northwest Horse Fair & Expo

Road to the Horse Winner Mike Major Headlines Educational Lineup Compiled by Kim Roe The Northwest Horse Fair & Expo, a yearly celebration of the horse in the Pacific Northwest since 1999, returns March 21-23, 2025, to the Linn County Fair & Expo Center in Albany, Oregon.  The Northwest Horse … Read More

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Trail Savvy: Helmets, Head Injuries, and Hard Truths

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Photo by Robert Eversole

Helmet Use Reduces Likelihood of Severe Injury I respect that everyone has their own comfort level and makes their own choices. In many ways, safety is like climbing a ladder—we all choose the rung we’re most comfortable with. For some, that might mean wearing a helmet every time they ride. … Read More

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Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue 3-Day Operations/Awareness Course – June 6-8, 2025 in Grand Ronde, Oregon

This intense training will show you the proper was to respond and prepare for large animal emergencies. The TLAER training courses introduces the latest concepts, techniques, procedures and equipment being used today – to learn to work together on a scene and build a great incident action plan, then extricate … Read More

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