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The Manure Dilemma

February 2018

Proper Composting is Essential for Horse Farms by Eleanor Blazer   All horses produce manure, and lots of it. The average 1,000-pound horse produces about 50 pounds of manure a day… and this doesn’t include the bedding. When you consider a horse eats about 25 to 30 pounds of feed … Read More

2018 Rendezvous, March 16-18 in Ellensburg

February 2018

Annual Gathering Offers Enjoyment and Learning for Northwest Trail Riders by Nicole Sedgwick, Rendezvous Chair   Fifty years ago Congress passed the National Trails System Act that protects many of our trails that we enjoy today. Come to Rendezvous to celebrate! Rendezvous, which is held Friday through Sunday, March 16 … Read More

Barns Built to Last

February 2018

The Benefits of Post-and-Beam Barn Designs by Dustin Gruetter   The decision to add a horse barn to your property is a big one, and can feel rather daunting once you start to review all your options. Of course, this is doubly true if you’re not acquainted with the proper … Read More

Washington State Horse Park

February 2018

Discover One of Washington’s Finest Equestrian Destinations   You’ll be amazed by the pleasures that await you and your horse at Washington State Horse Park. You’ll find miles of trails amongst tall pines, beautiful wooded campsites that accommodate RVs and tents, and well-groomed arenas. Plus, access to dozens of trails … Read More

LEGENDARY BOHLIN SILVER SADDLE DRAWING

World renowned Saddle Maker to the Stars, Edward Bohlin, came to Hollywood in the 1920’s from Cody, Wyoming, where he had a saddle shop. At the urging of legendary cowboy star, Tom Mix, Bohlin made the move and soon was making custom silver-mounted saddles for most of the Hollywood cowboy … Read More

Baby It’s Cold Outside

February 2018

Winter Weather Care for your Horse   As extreme temperatures roll in, it’s natural to wonder how you can keep your horse comfortable in freezing weather. We know we would like to be curled up on the couch with a cup of tea, but unfortunately, it’s difficult (if not impossible) … Read More

Equine Stem Cells Rein in Bacteria

ITHACA, N.Y. – Researchers are exploring the use of stem cells to treat skin wounds in horses with techniques that may eventually translate to human patients. Rebecca Harman and a team of researchers in the Van de Walle Lab at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine are finding that factors secreted … Read More

Keeping Your Horse Loose and Limber in the Winter

Winter is a stress on any horse, even more so for seniors. Supportive measures don’t have to be complicated if you understand the physiology and the tissues you need to target. Research has proven that exposure to cold causes increased stiffness in both muscle and connective tissue, including tendons and … Read More

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