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Tying Up – Part 1

Part 1: New Research Sheds Light on a Centuries Old Condition by Dave Sauter, DVM   During early December, the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) held its 58th annual convention in Anaheim, California. One of the highlights of the annual meeting is the Frank J. Milne State-of-the-Art Lecture, which debuted …

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A Champion Thoroughbred’s Unlikely Journey from California to Kentucky by Milton C. Toby   Which Thoroughbred is the best race horse hardly anyone remembers? What horse beat Triple Crown winner Citation in four consecutive races, and set three world records in the process? While Seabiscuit is perhaps the best-known Thoroughbred …

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A Horse is a Horse…of Course

Finding Common Ground in Your Training Philosophy by Allison Trimble, Willfully Guided Horsemanship   I discourage people from anthropomorphizing their horses. “Anthropomorphizing” is attribution of human motivation, characteristics, or behavior to inanimate objects or animals. I discourage it because people are usually bringing their own emotions to the table and …

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Caring for Pastures Over Winter

Learn the “Golden Rules” for Pasture Management by Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water   If you are fortunate enough to have horse pasture winter is the time to baby it. It’s also important to realize that a good stand of grass is critical for environmental health. Grass roots hold …

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The Right Horse for the Trail

Four Things to Consider Before Purchasing Your Next Ride by Robert Eversole   It’s a brand new year and maybe a fresh start on the trail with a new companion. I’m often asked what kind of horse makes a good trail horse and my usual answer is “one with four …

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Breathe Life Into Your Riding: Part 1

How Breathing Enhances Connection by Jenny Rolfe   This series of articles will help to transform your relationship with your horse through techniques of core breathing. This journey of enlightenment for me began years ago as I was training Delfin my ex-bullfighting Spanish stallion. On one particular day, when we were working …

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ABHA Celebrates Six Years with Annual Banquet

Growing into the Future with the Blazer Horse   The American Blazer Horse Association celebrated its 6th year since incorporating in 2006 with their 6th Annual Banquet and Business meeting on November 3rd. Held for the second year at the beautiful Idaho Horse Park in Nampa, Idaho, the event theme this …

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Ask Al: Advice from a Master Horseman – The “Busy” Horse and Developing an Average Lope

by Al Dunning   Hi Al,         I have a 5-year-old Quarter Horse that constantly plays with bits and anything else he can get into his mouth. I tried to ride in a set of mecate reins but he spent his entire time trying to get the tassel into …

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The Pre-purchase Exam – Save Money and Heartache When Buying Your Next Horse

by R. Paul Schwab, DVM   Owning a horse is a huge investment, even if the purchase price is cheap. Feed, training, tack, and veterinary bills add up fast, even on the healthy horse. Emotional costs can’t be underestimated either. Your veterinarian and trainer can help you choose the horse that is right …

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New Beginnings

The Journey of Friendship by Catherine Madera   My 19-year-old son recently returned from a year away at a technical college. The last two months with him have been delightful. My husband and I often say things like, “He is such a pleasure to be around,” or “I am so …

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