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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 … Read More

Installing Rubber Stall Mats

Improve Your Horse’s Health and Cut Down on Chores by Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water   Use of rubber stall mats offers an excellent manure management technique. The firm, level surface makes chore time simpler; you can easily scoop up manure and soiled bedding, leaving clean bedding behind. With … Read More

A Mysterious Acute Lameness – Part 1

The Path to a Diagnosis by James Bryant, DVM, Diplomate ACVS   Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital’s new Equine Performance Sports Medicine Institute marks the latest milestone in the hospital’s 50-year history. A dedicated facility on Pilchuck’s campus, the Institute is led by James Bryant, DVM, DACVS. Just like their human counterparts, … Read More

Reflections on Horse Ownership

How to Avoid Emotional Decisions by Karen Pickering   Every year I write about New Year’s resolutions. It just seems fitting to start over in January, whether it’s a new diet, a resolve to ride more, or an entire laundry list of things to change. It seems fitting to pause … Read More

Preventing Fall and Winter Colic

Keys to Avoiding a Dangerous Syndrome by Gayle Ecker     Fall—and even winter—is often a time of increased colic calls to veterinarians. While not all colic can be prevented, paying attention to your management of the horse can go a long way to decrease the incidence, and the suffering … Read More

Purchasing a Horse Sight Unseen

Ten Tips for Buying in the Virtual Marketplace by Katie Shoultz   The old adage of “buyer beware” can be elevated to an entirely new level when purchasing a horse sight unseen. With a virtual equine marketplace at the touch of a screen or click of a mouse, buyers and sellers … Read More

Breathe Life Into Your Riding – Transform Your Riding

Transform Your Riding with Inspirational and Innovative Breathing Techniques by Jenny Rolfe   Inspired by the connection that breathing techniques can bring, this follow-up to Ride From the Heart is written to empower trainers, teachers and riders of all disciplines to connect with the horse and build a relationship built on … Read More

“No Sight, No Problem”

Meet an Accomplished, Blind, Dressage Rider by Betsy Fradd, WSU 4-H Extension   It’s not often you see a guide dog, a horse and a 4-H equestrian together in the horse barn at the 4-H State Fair. It’s not often you meet a teen like Ali Steenis. Sight-impaired since birth, … Read More

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