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Buying A Horse Trailer

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Northwest Horse Source

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

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Northwest Horse Source

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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Ranch Sorting: Fun for Any Horse and Rider

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Allison Trimble

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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Life After a Youth Career

November 24, 2018February 1, 2012 by WRHA

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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Respect in the Stall

June 30, 2020February 1, 2012 by Raye Lochert

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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A Dream Come True

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Karen Pickering

On Choosing an Equine Lifestyle by Karen Pickering It was summer of 1995 when I decided I wanted to create a magazine. Decisions are sometimes difficult and life choices are not easy, but I believe the magazine is what I was meant to do. I’m privileged and lucky to …

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Willfully Guided Horsemanship

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Catherine Madera

Seeing Through the Eyes of the Horse by: Catherine Madera Willfully: (adverb) acting intentionally, deliberately, of one’s own free will, voluntarily, willingly and with purpose. Guided: (verb) lead, piloted, steered, instructed, directed. Trainer Allison Trimble thought carefully about naming her style of horsemanship. She wanted something reflective of …

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Hoof Abscesses

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Northwest Horse Source

Diagnosing and Treating a Common Ailment by R. Paul Schwab, DVM Most horse owners will eventually deal with an abscess in their horse’s hoof. The common scenario is sudden, non-weight bearing lameness in one of the legs. Hoof abscess pain is so severe that many people think that their horse has …

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Touched by Cavalia

August 5, 2020February 1, 2012 by Northwest Horse Source

An Inspiring Night Under the Big Top by: Katlyn Schaer Two horses galloping across stage is how the show Cavalia begins. Man tried to conquer the spirit of the horse after the introduction of the performers, however, once they discovered the willfulness of this majestic creature they decided to …

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Sky River Equestrian Center: Breaking the Rules and Enjoying the Ride

August 5, 2020January 1, 2012 by Catherine Madera

Reining and Dressage Stable a Haven for Washington Amateurs by Catherine Madera The equestrian community isn’t unlike a high school cafeteria sometimes: English people stay together, western people stay together, and there’s plenty of attitude between the two groups. At Sky River Equestrian Center in Sultan, Washington, no …

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