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February 2018 Cover Story: The Four Cornerstones of Equine Wellness

Herbs from Chava Naturals a Component of Equine Health by Dr. Suzan Seelye, DVM, CVTP, CVA   “The body heals with play, the mind heals with laughter, and the spirit heals with joy.” – Proverb Equine health in the US reflects the downhill spiral and obesity epidemic in the human … Read More

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Time in the Barn

February 2018

More Than Just a Home for Horses by Karen Pickering, NWHS Publisher   My barn is not fancy. My dad built it for me in the 70s due to my relentless begging for a place for my growing collection of horses. I think I had seven horses at one time. … Read More

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Is Saving for Retirement a Pipe Dream?

February 2018

Financial Planning for Equine Professionals by Jeff Kauffman, Investment Advisor   Are you a small business owner? Does the thought of not having enough for retirement someday scare you? It doesn’t have to! Three years ago, I married my wife, Heidi Snider, who has an equestrian facility in Woodinville, WA. … Read More

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Horses Lead Me Around the World

February 2018

Equestrian Vacation Brings Knowledge and New Friends by Kim Roe   I spent 3 weeks in Portugal in November. I’ve trained with Portuguese horsemen for a number of years now, own and love a Lusitano horse, and have always dreamed of exploring Portugal. The opportunity arose, and I took it! … Read More

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Apartment Barns

February 2018

Next Level Equestrian Living by Dustin Gruetter   Caring for horses is a labor of love, but the time and resource investment can be tiring. Whether it’s driving back and forth between your home and the place where your horses are stabled, or tending to equestrian facilities and a house … Read More

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Book Review: Our Horses, Ourselves: Discovering the Common Body

February 2018

Meditations and Strategies for Deeper Understanding and Enhanced Communication by Paula Jose-Jones   For years horse trainers and equine experts have sought new ways to tap into that which remains elusive: the ability to use the human body and our often-neglected power of intent to explain to the horse what … Read More

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Thinking of Adopting a Mustang?

February 2018

One Woman’s Process for Obtaining and Training Wild Mustangs, Part 1 by Adrienne Devoe   Note: The author is providing information based on her knowledge and experience. In no way does she profess to have all the answers. She encourages readers to do their research for the most complete information. … Read More

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Maria Danieli

February 2018

Helping Horse People Find Their Dream Homes   How and why did you begin selling equestrian properties?  I decided at age 21 to obtain my Realtor’s license. I started selling single-family homes in Kirkland, Bellevue and all over the Eastside area (of Seattle), as that is where I was born … Read More

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What if you were told to STOP feeding your horse the bagged feed mixes?

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What if you were told “simplifying” the meal is easy and may be better for your horse’s GI tract and mind?   Take a moment or two to imagine what simplifying means to you and your horse. What would that meal in a feed bucket look like? I ask these … Read More

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Time to Get in Shape

January 2018

Two Exercises to Build Strength and Balance by Theresa Rice   We’re now entering the cold, grey stretch of winter. No more holidays, just dreary weather and vitamin D deficiency. These are the months I find the hardest. I’ve gained weight from overindulging during the holiday parties and have no … Read More

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