Explore the complete digital edition of the September/October 2023 The Northwest Horse Source. 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 columns are predominantly written by experts in … Read More
By Norman Thelwell In the early 1950s, artist Norman Thelwell became popular for his equestrian-themed cartoons. To satisfy a devoted and growing international following, Thelwell developed a cartoon strip called “Penelope and Kipper” about a particular horse-crazy young lady and her wicked pony. This book, called Penelope, was first published … Read More
Expanded Entertainment – Industry Leading Education All at the West Coast’s Premier Equestrian Center! Get ready to saddle up for an unforgettable journey into the heart of the equestrian world! We are thrilled to invite you to the highly anticipated Western States Horse Expo 2024, where passion, expertise, and the … Read More
Producing a Magazine Takes an Incredible Team I’ve come to realize after so many years how blessed I am to be working with the team I have. Running a magazine for 27+ years and starting a new one nearly two years ago, I understand the dedication and discipline it takes … Read More
Gastric ulcer treatment for equines runs the gamut from commercially and home-produced pastes and potions, to off label use of medications in cocktails and concoctions. Whenever you administer medications or supplements to your horse, it goes without saying (or does it?), that following the manufacturer’s instructions for the duration and … Read More
More help needed; donations welcome to The Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund The devastating wildfires that have swept through Maui since Aug. 8 have also had a profound impact on the local horse population. The Foundation for the Horse, the charitable arm of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), is … Read More
Let Your Passion Fuel Your Desire to Become Educated I’ve taken a lot of riding lessons in my life, and I continue to educate myself through lessons, clinics, seminars, and extensive reading. My passion for horses and riding has fueled this desire to learn. I’m currently taking a year-long writers’ … Read More
Competitions and Opportunities Highlight Mustangs’ Qualities At the end of the last article, I’d finally saddled Journey, my formerly wild mustang who I was preparing for a 90-day competition, with a full-sized saddle after starting him with a kid’s saddle. Then life happened, and I had to be gone for … Read More
Death toll rises to five as two more foals also die after helicopter chase in summer heat Additional Deaths Background About the American Wild Horse Campaign The American Wild Horse Campaign (AWHC) is the nation’s leading wild horse protection organization, with more than 700,000 supporters and followers nationwide. AWHC is … Read More
Unveiling the Truth Behind Equine Footwear Hoof boots—we’ve all heard of them, and it’s a love-or-hate relationship for most. I tried boots from four manufacturers a few years ago and promptly returned to traditional steel shoes. Steel has worked for me for years. Other than a few sprung shoes, failures … Read More
