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In Praise of Ponying – An Essential Skill for Every Trail Rider and Trail Horse

August 5, 2020August 4, 2020 by Robert Eversole

Are you able to lead another horse from your horse? Is your equine able to be led by another horse? These are skills you and your horse should be able to do. Ponying is not just a talent for packers but an essential skill for every trail rider. Put simply, …

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PSSM – Two Types of this Muscle Disorder Result in Tying-up

August 5, 2020August 3, 2020 by David Sauter D.V.M.

Tying-up is a disorder that occurs when normal muscle physiology is altered. Horses that tie up have painful, uncontrollable muscle contractions that lead to damaged muscle. Muscles fail to function properly, and symptoms can vary depending on the severity of the episode—from mild signs of stiffness and reluctance to move …

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Dressage Between the Jumps The Secret to Improving Your Horse’s Performance Over Fences

September 30, 2020August 2, 2020 by Northwest Horse Source

Jane Savoie’s books have changed the way people ride. She was the first to promote mental training tools and techniques as integral to competitive riding success. Her cross-training concepts for the horse—how to use dressage fundamentals for every equestrian sport—have been called “a must read for every hunter-jumper rider” by George Morris, …

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Idaho Horse Council and BSU Conduct Survey – Findings will Help Idaho Horse Council Better Serve Equestrians

August 1, 2020 by Northwest Horse Source

The Idaho Horse Council and The Idaho Horse Board are conducting an online survey to estimate the number of equines, various breeds, horse activity, and the economic impact horses have in Idaho. This survey is being conducted with assistance from Boise State University’s Division of Research and Economic Development. This study has …

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Horse Cannabinoid Receptors

August 5, 2020July 31, 2020 by Northwest Horse Source

Did you know that there are CBD receptors in all mammal brains that deal with pain, emotions, thinking, mood appetite, coordination and movement, and other functions? This is one reason Hemp with CBD is effective on many levels to animals and humans. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex cell-signaling …

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2020 All American Quarter Horse Congress Has Been Cancelled

July 30, 2020 by Northwest Horse Source

COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Quarter Horse Association regretfully announces the cancellation of the 2020 All American Quarter Horse Congress, scheduled for September 29 – October 25. The uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic simply prevents safely moving forward in Columbus, Ohio. The well-being of our workers, exhibitors and attendees is …

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Choose the Best Boarding Facility – Make a Wish List and Prioritize Management Practices

August 3, 2020July 30, 2020 by Michael Hipp

Photo by Michael Hipp

One of the things that surprised me when I moved to Western Washington from the High Plains was how many people board their horses. With housing and land values so high, unless you have a six-figure plus income, it’s almost impossible to afford enough land to keep a horse (or …

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Arena Footing Considerations – Advice from an Arena Contractor

August 5, 2020July 30, 2020 by Allison Trimble

An arena built and maintained by Murray Gudmundson Jr Construction Inc. Photo by Jackie Gudmundson

When I moved to Washington in 2000, we were fortunate to buy a property that already had a barn and an all-weather 100 x 200-foot outdoor arena. I prefer riding outside, but at our new property, I made the decision to build a covered arena in the future. For now, …

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What to Do When Your Horse is Wrong – Affirmative Training Shapes Behavior

August 5, 2020July 30, 2020 by Anna Blake

Training is directing your horse toward something he doesn’t know. Photo by Anna Blake

It started the way it usually starts. Either the horse looked to the side or the rider pulled on her horse’s face. It’s the fundamental disagreement; the rider thinks it’s her right to control the horse and the horse doesn’t like having metal jammed on his jawbone. A common miscommunication, …

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Resilience Required – For Trainers, it’s an Essential Trait

August 5, 2020July 30, 2020 by Olivia Chapeski

Photo by Sage Burgess

When we enter into a relationship with a horse, one of the most important skills to develop is resiliency. If we stick with horses and horse sport long enough, we’ll inevitably be faced with all matter of adversity. It’s profoundly important to find the mettle and perspective to deal with …

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