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Horsemanship at Upper Columbia Academy – Growing Program for Youth at Spokane Area Boarding Academy

UCA Riding Students. Photo provided by UCA.

Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) promotes excellence in safety and education by certifying riding instructors, accrediting equine facilities, producing educational conferences, and publishing educational resources. To visit CHA’s website, go to www.CHA.Horse for more information.   Horses in school? Yes! Upper Columbia Academy (UCA), a boarding school outside of Spokane, Washington (in … Read More

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Avery Vick – Aiming for the Appaloosa World Show

Photo by Danyelle Harp, Magic Look Photography

The Northwest Horse Source is celebrating youth in action. This column features young equine enthusiasts from all over the Northwest who inspire, uplift, or just have fun with horses. The future of the horse industry depends on youth participation. We look forward to sharing their stories and adventures! If you’re … Read More

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Farm Planning and Management – Are You Prepared?

What a crazy winter it was! In the Pacific Northwest homes and ranches were drenched in rain, causing swollen rivers and flooding. Many people suffered losses and damage from the inclement weather. I guess some things you can prepare for, but even then, it’s not always enough. Still, I’m always … Read More

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Horizon Structures Series Presents: Double Down with the Double Wide Horse Barn

A new barn purchase likely stretches any horse owner’s finances with the initial capital expense. Despite the option that larger construction companies provide with financing availability, not everyone wants to invest in a large horse barn, but everyone wants to enjoy the ‘best bang for their buck.” How can you … Read More

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Peace of Mind Comes with a Small Price – Protect your partner with spring vaccinations

As the days get longer and there’s more time to spend in the saddle, it’s also time to help protect horses against common diseases. The peace of mind that comes from protection is well worth the small investment. “Everyone knows horses are a significant investment of time, resources and emotional … Read More

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Horizon Structures Series Presents: 5 Horse Handling Hacks to Improve Safety in the Barn

The care, custody and control responsibilities of working with horses usually includes handling the noble beasts in confined spaces. Daily duties often include leading the horses to and from pastures to the shelter of a stable or horse barn. Whatever the design or style of horse housing utilized, there are … Read More

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Respiratory System Plays Important Role In Disease Prevention

Reducing microscopic contaminants in the horse’s external environment is key to protecting equine respiratory health. Yet there’s always variables beyond the horse owner’s control: like coming into contact with another horse coping — likely unknowingly — with an infectious disease. This is when the horse’s internal environment has to be … Read More

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Morris Animal Foundation Announces New Studies Focused on Equine Behavior

Morris Animal Foundation, a leader in advancing animal health, recently announced the selection of five new equine behavior studies receiving funding in 2022. The studies will help veterinary scientists improve the well-being of horses. Dr. Wendy Koch, a veterinarian who has supported the Foundation for 30 years, provided funding for … Read More

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