No Silver, No Sequins Show Coming in March by WSQHA Staff WSQHA is excited to announce that the No Silver, No Sequins show will be held in Monroe, Washington on March 23-26. We will offer a full slate of the traditional AQHA classes as well as the new Level 1 … Read More
The Art of Restarting Horses “Horses are a lot like people,” says renowned horseman Mark Rashid. “When there are gaps in understanding, confusion, and thus frustration, worry, and even anger are sure to follow.” Horses often grow up with these gaps in their training and education. When this happens, … Read More
Horses are a Joy to be Shared by Kim Roe One recent morning I heard my two senior horses running and snorting in their field. As I walked up to investigate I saw a large dog barking at them from the other side of the fence. Irritated, I decided … Read More
Try Cowboy Mounted Shooting by Jennifer Burnell If you enjoy gaming with your horse, take it to the next level with cowboy mounted shooting. If you already have quick turns and a “handle” on your horse, come on out to a clinic or practice. Cowboy mounted shooting offers lots … Read More
Horsemanship Skills Come in Handy with Children by Allison Trimble I try my hardest to write what I know. For many years it seemed all I knew about was horses. I coached many youth clients and enjoyed my role in children’s lives. It was always said to me that … Read More
Control Your Landing by Karen O’Neal It’s now February and we are getting ever closer to spring and the competition season. Since we are still mostly riding indoors, this is a great time to work on technique, position, control, and overall training for show jumping. This month’s exercise will get … Read More
A Labor of Love by Cavalia Staff The 65 magnificent horses of Odysseo by Cavalia enchant audiences at every performance. Odysseo is a unique and sensational marriage of equestrian and stage arts with high-tech theatrical effects. The show portrays the relationship between horses and humans as they journey through a world … Read More
By Jennifer Roberts Its true, the smell of ammonia may be stronger in the summer months, with the sun beating down on urine and heating up wet spots in stalls. However, that doesn’t mean that ammonia is gone in the winter. In fact, ammonia is just as dangerous in … Read More
First Do No Harm by Dave Sauter, DVM Diligent horse owners can help prevent serious injuries and wounds in their horses. Proper fencing, building maintenance, and being attentive to potentially dangerous objects is an essential part of horsemanship. Despite our best efforts, wounds still happen. Wound treatment knowledge and … Read More
Turn a Problem into an Asset by Alayne Blickle Manure management is such a huge issue for horse owners who care for horses on their own property. One horse produces about 50 pounds of manure per day which is over eight tons per year! Add to that the 8 … Read More
