A Well Equipped Kit Can Save the Day by Dave Sauter, DVM With over 350 breeds of horses worldwide there is enormous variety in size, shape and purpose. One thing they all have in common is that they have been bred to perform some work-related or athletic job. Their athleticism … Read More
Pay Attention to Tack, Horse, and Environment to Stay Safe by Allison Trimble In the previous months we discussed the philosophy of safety and horsemanship, and practical ground safety. This month we will consider basic safety in the saddle. Regardless of the level of horsemanship or intended discipline, the following … Read More
We All Must Take Part in Saving Trails for Equestrians by Robert Eversole From January through July I have the unique privilege of speaking at equine expos across the country where I teach trail riding and camping with horses and mules. I love sharing my passion for trail riding and … Read More
With Horses Learning Never Ends by Kim Roe At 83, the world’s foremost cellist, Pablo Casals, was asked why he continued to practice four and five hours a day. Casals answered, “Because I think I am making progress.” — Leonard Lyons If I didn’t have to work for a living … Read More
Weekend show provides learning, friendship and fun by Karen Pickering The best part of my job is being around horse people, especially when I’m with my horse April. I’m grateful for having The NW Horse Source Magazine to share adventures, celebrate wins, and encourage others to make learning a … Read More
Horse by Northwest specializes in massage therapy for equines and other large animal species. Amanda works with your horse’s team of care providers and equine professionals to treat the “whole horse.” Her goal is to support your horse’s health and well-being through therapeutic massage. The primary goal of maintenance massage … Read More
As we enter autumn we start to think about bringing our horses inside the barn in order to protect them from the cold and rain. Perhaps the stable needs a good fall cleaning first. The new Noble Outfitters® All-Purpose Stall Wash will help you protect your best friend! The deep … Read More
Get Creative and Save Money; Build Your Own Western Game Sets By Wendy Croney Do you love to gymkhana? Would you like to play and practice western games at home? The equipment is expensive to buy, so here are some tips for building a pole bending set and a 2 … Read More
Change Your Horse’s Mind for More Effective Training By: Deanna Lally Training a horse should be more like a chess match than arm wrestling. In 17 years as a trainer, 99% of the horses that have come to me needed a major mental change. With a better way of thinking, … Read More
by Kim Roe Life happens. Babies are born, bones break, businesses struggle, people die. What was once easy and fun seems impossible. The desire to ride is still strong, but it now makes our heart beat too fast, our hands shake, and our horses struggle to work for us. We … Read More
