The Horseman’s Lifestyle

Celebrating a Grand Passion by: Catherine Madera   Riding a horse is not a gentle hobby, to be picked up and laid down like a game of solitaire. It is a grand passion. It seizes a person whole and, once it has done so, he will have to admit that …

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Setting Goals for Managing Your Horse Property, Part 1

Planning the To-do List and Locating Resources by Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water   In working with horse owners who are setting up small acreage for horse keeping, I often see a struggle between balancing the “to do” list and having enough time, money or other resources (such as …

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A Jiggy Problem

Retraining an Annoying Habit by Kim Roe   Many riders have experienced the annoyance of a horse who “jigs” by taking small, tense trot steps. The horse refuses to walk and may sway his hips from side to side. Jigging may be accompanied by head tossing, pulling, tongue and mouth problems, and …

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Equine Vaccinations

Basic Guidelines for Horses at Home and on the Road by Alexandra Abramson-Mooney, DVM, Ragan Garrett, DVM and Crystal Williams, DVM   A good immunization program is a critical component of an equine health maintenance program and is essential to responsible horse ownership. Updated strategies for vaccinating horses are maintained …

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Introducing WSQHA Professional Horsemen

Qualified Instructors Bound by AQHA’s Code of Ethics     The AQHA Professional Horsemen Division is comprised of qualified horse trainers who provide service to the American Quarter Horse industry in a professional manner. To meet AQHA’s eligibility requirements, these professionals must demonstrate the highest standards of personal and professional integrity …

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Buying A Horse Trailer

Use Care in the Purchase of Your Horse’s “Ride” by: Leigh Goodison Grieve   The most important thing before buying a horse trailer, whether it’s new or used, is to first measure your horse. This includes width, height (withers to ground/poll to the ground), and length (chest to tail/muzzle to …

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The Montana Cowboy

An Anthology of Western Life by Wanda Rosseland     “I couldn’t put it down!” is the comment author Wanda Rosseland hears the most concerning her new book, The Montana Cowboy. It’s not surprising since every story in it is true, told by men and women who spent their life …

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Life After a Youth Career

Varsity Equestrian Provides a Competitive Outlet for College Women by Sam Etsell   After finishing their youth career, most 18-year-old competitors of the WRHA find themselves moving to the non-pro or hanging up their spurs. But that is not that case for all. In 1998, Varsity Equestrian was established for …

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Ranch Sorting: Fun for Any Horse and Rider

Fall in Love with this Affordable, Family-Friendly Sport by Allison Trimble   Equestrians are always looking for ways to enjoy their horses. I personally fell in love with working cowhorse, but that is not a sport for everyone. Cowhorse competition requires a high level of commitment, both of time and …

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Respect in the Stall

Handling Confined and Cranky Horses by Raye Lochert, Raye Lochert Horsemanship   Stall time is a fact of life for many horses. Unfortunately, many horses are not safe in a stall: they may lunge to get at hay or grain, be aggressive, or just hard to catch. With a little time you …

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