6 Keys to Retrieving a Wayward Equine by Aarene Storms While it may sound improbable, lost horses are not uncommon. Years ago, a horse I took to an endurance ride in Prineville Oregon got scared in the middle of the night, blew through his electric pen and ran off into … Read More
Lessons on Re-growing a Forest after Wildfire by Robert Eversole The summer of 2015 was a rough one in the Pacific Northwest. The 2014/15 winter “that wasn’t” conspired with an even drier spring to fuel the wildfires that have scorched our region. From the Pasayten’s Newby Lake fire to … Read More
Heartwarming Collection of Stories from an Equine Vet by Dr. Matt Eliott Dr. Matt Eliott’s debut collection of stories offers readers unique insights into the life and times of a young veterinarian in his new book, Stallside: My Life With Horses and Other Characters. A long-time equine veterinarian, Eliott presents this … Read More
by Laura Daley As the holidays approach, we all look forward to giving and receiving gifts. There are all kinds of wonderful examples of horse related items to choose from. This season, put aside the usual horse trinket and think about the surprising gift of fear. Many fearful riders deal … Read More
Keep it Simple to Keep Your Horse Healthy by Missy Wryn I hear this all the time from regular visitors, clinic participants and followers: “Your horses are never sick, what’s your secret?” Dare I tempt fate by answering that? Well, I figure it’s more important to share my horse care … Read More
Using Solar Support to Heal Compromised Hooves by Tab Pigg No matter the season, anytime wet conditions are present bacteria and fungus can get trapped in a horse’s hoof wall. Similar to human toenails, once fungus and bacteria have set in it’s very difficult to conquer. This combination of pathogens in the hoof wall is a recipe for White Line Disease. The Anatomy of White Line Disease When looking at the bottom of a horse’s hoof, there is a white line that divides the outside of the hoof wall and the sole. This part of the hoof is also … Read More
Pt. 6: Green Lessons We Learned by Mark P. Dangelo It has been nearly two years since we finished our green equestrian facility. And, like most things, we learned some things only in hindsight as we watched segments of this unique venture either deliver or fall short of our … Read More
On Being Present in Every Season by Catherine Madera The summer of 2015 went down in history as the hottest on record. Even as the weather was heavenly (personally, I never tire of sun), it was a season of extreme challenges as well. When fall came early, in late … Read More
The new competition year for Western Washington Mounted Shooters begins in November. We are hoping to host some small introductory clinics, so stay tuned to our public group Facebook page. We welcome riders from 8 to 80, and will show you how to begin breaking your horse to gunfire. All … Read More
W2 Innovations presents HOOFIES, fun from the ground up! A more health conscious way to color or apply designs to the horse’s foot. Ft. Worth, TX – the new easy peel and stick application of the “Hoofies” will replace painting the hoof wall of the horse. They are available … Read More
