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Rating Your Horse – The Building Blocks of Control

Photo by Teddy Franke

What does it mean to rate your horse? So often in the world of horsemanship, the terminology is confusing. This is especially true when you cross the lines of discipline or background. While terms can vary greatly, I hope to provide you with an understanding of three different factors that … Read More

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See Your Property Through A Veterinarian’s Eyes – Consider Emergency Access to Animals on Your Equine Facility

Be sure gates are large enough for vehicles to get to your horse in an emergency. Photo by Kim Roe.

A dear friend of mine is a mobile veterinarian. A mobile veterinarian is one without a traditional office who instead works out of her truck. During a conversation last week, she expressed frustration with the number of barns and properties she calls on that make her job difficult. This is … Read More

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**CANCELLED**
Annual Round-Up Tack Sale & Swap March 28th, 2020

Sorry to announce that due to COVID-19 and public safety concerns, The Bony Pony is cancelling the March 28th Round-Up Tack Sale & Swap.   It’s time for our Annual Round-Up Tack Sale, Sponsored by The Bony Pony! Open to the Public!   When: Saturday, March 28th, 2020 – 10am-4pm … Read More

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Trailheads, campgrounds, and day-use areas within the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest are closed until further notice

EVERETT, Wash., – To align with state and local stay home to save lives measures, trailheads, campgrounds, and day use areas* within the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest will be temporarily closed. These closures are based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help slow the spread of … Read More

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Certified Horsemanship Association Expands Resources for Equestrians with NEW Video Streaming

  April 3, 2020 – Lexington, KY – Known for their focus on safe, fun, and effective horsemanship the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) also offers a wide variety of resources for equestrians across multiple disciplines and all experience levels. CHA is excited to announce that they have expanded their diverse range … Read More

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Survey on the Effect of Coronavirus Pandemic on Horses & Horse Owners 2020 Let’s help our horses, together. With COVID-19 impacting equine activities worldwide, Flair, LLC has teamed up with Dr. David Marlin and Science Supplements USA to develop a survey for those located in the US and Canada to … Read More

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DNR clarifies that their closure order does include TRAILS on DNR lands

We are staying inside and you should too by Ear to the Ground   We all love to get outside and enjoy the remarkable forests and beaches around us and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages nearly 6 million acres of public lands, including 1,200 miles of trails and over … Read More

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Consider the Safety Risks of Riding or Driving During This Epidemic

A letter from concerned reader One of the things we may not think about is our safety while riding and working with our horses during this quarantine. How might this affect our hospitals: Read more… Karen PickeringOwner / Publisher | Canfield Certified Trainer Karen Pickering is a lifelong horsewoman and … Read More

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Will Your Business Survive? Ten Questions to Ask Yourself

We’re in a Season of Change. Navigate it With Confidence This has been a crazy situation. We’re all concerned about family, friends and co-workers. I know many of you are wondering how your business will survive this ordeal. Let me say, with confidence to keep your marketing efforts going. Being … Read More

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March 2020 Barn & Farm Issue is HERE!

March 2020 Barn & Farm Issue is HERE!     March 2020 Cover Story: Windermere Equestrian Living, The North Group Feature Story: Get Your Pastures Ready! Trainer’s Corner: How to Start Your Horse on Cows Equestrian Lifestyle: The Northwest Carriage Museum Trail Savvy: 6 Reasons to Go Camping with Your … Read More

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