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Rendezvous 2017

January 2017

A Packed Schedule by Teri Starke   It’s hard to believe 2017 is here! We are knee deep in the planning and organizing of Back Country Horsemen of Washington’s Rendezvous 2017 at Kittitas Valley Event Center in Ellensburg. This year is special as it is BCHW’s 40th anniversary. Come celebrate … Read More

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Breathing Heavy: Looking at Heaves

By Jennifer Roberts   We have all had a hard time catching our breath from time to time, but can you imagine if that happened on a consistent basis? For horses with heaves, a disease much like asthma in humans, difficulties in breathing is a fact of life. And, much … Read More

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January 2017 Cover Story: The Legacy of Cougar Creek Corral

A Gypsy Vanner and Drum Horse Tradition Begins by Chad Walton and Monica Henken   In 1966, in the rural community of Ferndale, Washington, the Edwin Henken family began to build a legacy. Northwest Clydesdales was the product of Edwin’s dreams. He, his friends, and his family invested countless labor-intensive … Read More

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Breeding or Buying?

January 2017

What’s the Right Thing to Do? by Karen Pickering   When it comes to finding the right horse there are so many options it can be overwhelming. My experience buying horses is that they usually find me. It’s been 16 years since I bought a horse and I realize how … Read More

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Travel and Horses

January 2017

Horse Training, Exploring, and Learning by Kim Roe   Many serious riders are combining their love of travel with their quest for more equine knowledge. Imagine traveling to your dream destination and while exploring a new country, culture, and landscape you also ride well-trained horses under the tutelage of world-class … Read More

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AHC Submits Comments on Proposed Horse Protection Act Regulations

  AHC Submits Comments on Proposed Horse Protection Act Regulations   (Washington, DC)- The American Horse Council (AHC) has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) regarding proposed changes to the regulations governing enforcement of the Horse Protection Act (HPA). The AHC … Read More

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Western States Horse Expo Pomona Features Star-Studded Line-up

  It’s been documented that between three and four million years ago horses roamed North America. Since that time, with the influence of evolution and land bridge migratory patterns, the horse has played a critical role in agriculture, warfare, and transportation. No longer needed as a work horse, today the … Read More

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Show Smart – Be Aware of Virus Outbreaks

Horse trailer packed. Check. Tack cleaned. Check. Show clothes ready to go. Check. You’re eager to hit the road for the next horse show, but do you know what could be waiting for you when you get there? With a lot to think about for show preparation, checking for equine … Read More

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Arabian Horse Association (AHA) Announces Launch of New Member Magazine in 2017

  AURORA, COLO. – The Arabian Horse Association (AHA) announces the launch of a new, member magazine beginning in January/February 2017. The new magazine will be included within the cost of AHA membership and provided as an AHA member benefit at that time. While it has not yet been given … Read More

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New Insights Horse-Human Relationship

New Production Chris Irwin Premieres Exclusively on HorseLifestyle.TV Amsterdam, NL – Horse Lifestyle today announced a new production with Chris Irwin; Irwin Insights; Horse Sense for the Modern World. Chris Irwin is a horseman, personal coach and international best-selling author. He explains with common sense the insights to gain respect, … Read More

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