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Creed Part Two – Mustangs Aid Spiritual Growth of Stonewater Students

Article by Tracey Hamilton Creed has the perfect temperament for our program here at Stonewater. He plays hard with his buddies in the pasture but once he gets in the arena, he’s relaxed and willing to do what’s asked of him. His dependable character is going to make him an … Read More

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Breyer® Releases Orren Mixer’s American Paint Horse Ideal Model

The art of legendary Western artist Orren Mixer continues to enchant new audiences through a creative collaboration with the equine experts at Breyer Model Horses® and the American Paint Horse Association. Breyer is excited to share that the second release in The Ideal Series, which is inspired by the works of Orren Mixer, is the ideal … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: April 17, 2021 – Equine Influenza in Clackamas County, OR

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1;; Number Exposed: 10; Facility Type: Boarding Facility; Age: 15; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 4/13/2021; Clinical Signs: Cough, Nasal Discharge; Confirmation Date: 4/16/2021; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Status Unknown; Notes: For more information about equine influenza go … Read More

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One Property, Multiple Buyers – How to Win a Competitive Offer Situation

Photo from Allison Trimble

The real estate market has been experiencing unusual circumstances. Low inventory and low interest rates have created a highly competitive marketplace. This year my business partner, Blake Westhoff, and I have found ourselves in competitive offer situations in all price points and on all types of properties. We put our … Read More

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Product Review: Handozer Leveling Drag – Inexpensive Tool Proves Useful for Arena Maintenance

Photo by Kim Roe

A year ago, I started looking for a new arena harrow. For years I’d used a Parma Groomer that did a good job, but it was difficult for me to adjust and maintain. The points (sharp pieces of metal that screw onto the harrow teeth and cut into the soil) … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: April 8, 2021 – Equine Herpesvirus-Neurologic in Santa Clara County, CA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 91; Facility Type: Boarding Facility; Age: 21; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: Not Reported; Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Painful Neck, proprioceptive deficits in hind end; Confirmation Date: 3/24/2021; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: April 2, 2021 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic Los Angeles County, CA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: Not Reported; Number Exposed: 42; Facility Type: Boarding Facility; Age: 20; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Warmblood (WB); Onset of Clinical Signs: 3/6/2021; Clinical Signs: Ataxia, Dribbling Urine, forelimb ataxia, grade 2 front limb ataxia, Grade 3 hindlimb ataxia, Hind … Read More

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What are Wolf Teeth in Horses? Most Trainers Recommend Removal Before Training Begins

Wolf teeth are relatively small teeth of variable shapes and sizes that erupt in front of the first premolars. They are most commonly located on the upper jaw. Photo by Mary Delorey

Wolf teeth are relatively small teeth of variable shapes and sizes that erupt in front of the first premolar. They occur in about 70% of the equine population, males and females alike. They commonly appear at 6-18 months of age, sometimes later. Horses may have wolf teeth on one or … Read More

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The How and Why of Hobbles – This Restraint Tool is Useful for All Equines

Hobbles have an important part to play in our equestrian and trail riding life. From teaching patience to back country grazing, the sooner you can get your horse or mule used to these back country bracelets the better off they’ll be. Hobbles date back to the ancient Egyptians, who described … Read More

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No Bend, No Balance – Use Lateral Work to Train Your Horse to Bend

Horse training is mostly about these three basics: balance, timing, and rhythm. Horses trained and ridden with these priorities as the foundation of their training will be soft, relaxed, and maneuverable—a joy for both horse and human. Horses’ fear of falling is one of their greatest. Not only can a … Read More

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