Don’t Let Winter Slow You Down Winter riding in the Northwest can pose many obstacles, particularly with horses still in early training. My aged horses and I both feel like the winter is a wonderful time for being tucked warmly inside. It doesn’t hurt any of our feelings to hibernate, … Read More
(Photo Caption: “Our merry band of mule enthusiasts enjoyed time spent around the campfire as we worked towards solving the world’s problems and instructing young Hunter in the unwritten rules of ranch and camp life.”) Memorable Sayings Get Defined in the Bob Marshall Wilderness I recently had the opportunity to … Read More
Author: Phil Peterson – Region 1 Director Swiftsure Ranch in Bellevue, Idaho Holds Driving Certification Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) promotes excellence in safety and education by certifying riding instructors, accrediting equine facilities, producing educational conferences, and publishing educational resources. CHA website is www.CHA.Horse for more information. Swiftsure Ranch in Bellevue, Idaho … Read More
Northwest Veterinarian Brings Top Quality European Supplements to the USA The Northwest Horse Source takes pride in featuring and supporting Northwest (and beyond) equine-related businesses. This helps our readers find the services and supplies they need to take the best possible care of their horses and properties. If you’re interested … Read More
My Senior Horse’s Silly Quirk It’s that time of the year again! The holiday season has us coming indoors out of the cold and getting warm by the fire, drinking hot tea, listening to rain on the roof, and visiting with loved ones. And then there’s our Senior Horse Issue, … Read More
Explore the complete digital edition of the Nov/Dec 2022 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 … Read More
Heaves is known as a disease that can leave a horse struggling to breathe, ending athletic careers and even rendering a pleasure horse unsuitable for riding. Commonly known today as equine asthma, it’s an irreversible disease brought on by repeated exposure to dust and moulds. Ontario Veterinary College researcher, Doctor Bienzle has … Read More
This morning it was a balmy 27 degrees at the barn. We worry about mud management during the winter months, often forgetting about freezing temperatures until they are upon us. My horsey childhood in Alaska was spent more than half the year in the dark and cold of winter, so … Read More
It’s Still a Good Time to Buy or Sell a Home Anyone keeping tabs on the real estate market knows that we’ve had a few years of an extreme seller’s market. If inventory is on the market for under six months it’s considered a seller’s market; inventory on the market … Read More
Motion-Tracking Device Helps Riders Improve Training Pivo, Inc., a leading developer of AI-technology solutions for content creators, has launched the Pivo Equestrian Edition that specifically aims to assist equestrians while they train. This tracking device is a portable and affordable tool that will change the way both recreational and professional … Read More
