Handy Hoof Hints, Part 4 By Carole Herder The idea that working horses can be barefoot is not new. Horses have a long history of barefoot performance and have carried fully armored men into battle. They have been used for fieldwork, war, and performance in their natural barefoot … Read More
Proper Moisture Level is Essential for Healthy Compost By Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water Composting horse manure is a wonderful option for manure management. The advantages are many and have been discussed in previous articles of mine, including how to build a composting bin system. One of the … Read More
In the Service of our Veterans By Karen Pickering On Saturday, May 26 I found myself at the Bellingham Memorial Day Parade. A small group of local veterans from Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1585, led by John Ferdon, boarded a beautifully decorated wagon owned by Paul and Gail … Read More
Goals Drive Decisions and Choices By Allison Trimble As a student at Cal Poly I majored in animal science with an emphasis in livestock production. I learned nutrition, pasture management, and all the other pertinent classes, but reproduction was my favorite topic. I have experienced different management practices over … Read More
Host a Top-Notch Event in Moses Lake By Kim Roe and Spencer Biallas Do you ever wonder what goes into hosting a horse show or equine event? Do you know that many organizers struggle to secure suitable equestrian facilities? Finding an affordable facility with all the needed amenities … Read More
Follow these tips from Clinton Anderson to get your partnership with your foal off to the best start. Be consistent. The earlier you start working with your foal, the quicker he’ll learn the right behavior and never get the chance to develop bad habits. Don’t leave him turned out … Read More
What Makes a Top Prospect? By Kim Roe What is a performance horse and what makes him different from any other horse? Performance horses are horses that accomplish something and have the ability to perform with efficiency. These are the horses dreams are built around from the moment they … Read More
Preventing Digestive Upset Means Horses Need Continuous Fiber By Eleanor Blazer It’s feeding time and the horses know it. Feed buckets are rattling; there are nickers and the banging of hooves against gates. In most stables the concentrate or “grain” is given first––to satisfy the immediate need and calm the … Read More
Lifestyle Management and Nutrition Go a Long Way in Preventing Colic From Arenus Animal Health Colic is one of the most distressing medical emergencies a horse owner can experience; it can come on quickly, is extremely painful and potentially life threatening. Luckily, with a good understanding of your horse’s … Read More
Exceptional horse property on 5 level acres! 2 stall barn with tack room and hay storage. Property is fully fenced and ready for your animals! Inside the home is a beautiful chef’s kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances and granite. Cherry wood cabinets, floors and built-ins both up and down. … Read More
