Pasture and Herd Management Reduces Need for Chemical Dewormers By Michael Hipp Parasites in our horses are a constant battle. Most large animal veterinarians I know readily say that all horses have (or will have) parasites at some point. Most of them prescribe a regular deworming schedule. While this … Read More
Event Introduces Horse and Rider to Cow Work By WSHP Staff The Washington State Horse Park hosted the week-long Cowabunga Cow Horse Practice in August. The event attracted reined cow horse and cutting enthusiasts of all levels. Activities were organized by Kim Witty of High Country Training in Ellensburg … Read More
Long-time Farrier Develops Unique Product for Horses’ Health By Kim Roe David Kimbrough and his wife Kathy are lifelong horse lovers. David spent 38 years helping horses as a professional farrier. He watched his clients try to relieve their horses’ hoof and skin problems with products that were messy, … Read More
Costume Prizes, Beautiful Country, and Wine Make this Ride Popular October 27, 2018 is the date for the 17th Annual BCHW Winery & Halloween Costume Prize Ride in Zillah, Washington. This very popular event is open to all riders and their horses and mules. Costumes are encouraged but optional. … Read More
Lips, Teeth, and Saliva Begin the Journey of Nourishment By Eleanor Blazer You put it in one end and take it out the other! Do you know what happens to expensive grain and hay during its long journey to become manure? Equine lips have an almost prehensile (adapted to … Read More
An Ounce of Prevention can be Priceless by Karen Pickering It was early 2009 when I received the heartbreaking news that April had navicular disease. She was only 10-years-old and in the prime of her life; a fun to ride, responsive, quick yet kind, and super loving mare. She … Read More
Architecturally designed home on shy 10 acre equestrian estate North end Camano with South facing views of Port Susan and Mt Rainier! This custom home lends to natural light with opening skylights. Formal entry with slate, Brazilian cherry floors and personal touches of pocket doors, art niche’s, 20′ ceilings, central … Read More
Cavallo Hoof Boots offer Hoof Care During Hot Weather! Ground that was once soft and wet can suddenly become hard in extreme heat and can wreak havoc on your horses’ hoofs. Hydrate those feet! Change your go-anywhere Cavallo Hoof Boots into a soaking solution by simply covering the … Read More
Help your horse stay calm and spook-free on the trail with these tips from Clinton Anderson. #1 Warm Up With Groundwork Before hitting the trail, be sure your horse is in the right frame of mind, meaning he’s calm, using the thinking side of his brain and focused on … Read More
September 2018 Cover Story: Interscholastic Equestrian Association – Growing in Leaps and Bounds Feature Story: Oregon Horse Center – Something for Everyone Willfully Guided: Boundary Line Dispute? Know Your Options Trail Savvy: I Went to a Clinic (And You Should Too) Trainer’s Corner: Western Dressage – A Closer Look … Read More
