by Brent Rollins So, you’ve decided to adopt a mustang, the first step to the most loyal partner you will ever have. What should you expect during adoption and those critical first days with a wild horse? Mustangs are unique in the fact that they are looking for a … Read More
by Catherine Madera I read once that “writing is listening.” In life, writers are always listening for what’s under the surface: deep truths, sorrow and joy unexpressed. These precious things are captured and used for inspiration. I believe that true equine lifestyle is not about the kind of horse … Read More
by Catherine Madera Longevity as a Northwest family-owned business for 69 years is only one of the reasons Spane Buildings stands out from the competition. From arenas and stables to garages and homes, Spane has erected thousands of buildings over the years, winning numerous awards including Builder of the … Read More
Come visit Reber Ranch and use special discount offer on below flyer Published in March 2014 Issue Northwest Horse SourceThe Northwest Horse Source is an independently owned and operated print and online magazine for horse owners and enthusiasts of all breeds and disciplines in the Pacific Northwest. Our contemporary editorial … Read More
Embrace Colder Weather Riding for the Good of Your Horse! Now is not the time to put your horses away for the winter months; it is time to work on the continuing education of horse and rider. Blazer owners and riders are taking advantage of the winter weather to … Read More
Becoming an Equestrian in Your Golden Years by Catherine Madera He’s become a popular sight on the trail and at competitions across the Northwest: George Ehmer and his leopard Appaloosa gelding, PS No Joke. He looks comfortable in the saddle, so comfortable one assumes Ehmer is a seasoned … Read More
Bring in this ad & receive $25 off a $75 purchase of equine supplements, treats & supplies! (excludes hay, grain, fencing and services) • FULL SERVICE • Reber Ranch’s full-service horse boarding facility features fully remodeled 10×12 stalls, indoor wash racks, individual lockers, and cross-tie areas. The property also features … Read More
Three Keys that Open the Door to a Joyful Lifestyle by Karen Pickering Lately, I’ve been feeling down about “stuff”: The small home I live in, my barn, the older vehicles I drive and two horses that are either old or have health challenges. Business could be better and … Read More
Why Your Horse Needs a Cooler to Stay Healthy by Alayne Blickle We ride year-round and I am always surprised when I see horses missing what I consider to be the most basic of winter riding gear: the cooler. Having the right winter clothing, for both horse and rider, … Read More
by Eleanor Blazer Do you know the average resting pulse rate of your horse? You may know that the normal resting pulse rate of an adult horse is between 25 and 50 beats per minute (bpm), but what is your horse’s rate? Because of the wide margin of normalcy, … Read More
