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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

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Sweet Pepper Ranch Cowgirl Retreats Feature Ranch Riding, Yoga, and Meditation

February 2018

Sweet Pepper Ranch in Nampa, Idaho is offering two Cowgirl Retreats in 2018. The first will be Thursday afternoon, June 21 through Sunday mid-morning June 24. The second will be held late summer/early fall, date TBA. Cowgirl Retreats are designed for committed women riders interested in improving riding/horsemanship skills and … Read More

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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

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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

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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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Set Up Your Senior Horse For Success

SmartPak offer tips to help older horses weather winter woes   PLYMOUTH, MA – Cold weather can be especially challenging for senior horses, but your horse doesn’t have to battle the winter weather alone. There are things you can do to set your senior up for success, and SmartPak is … Read More

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Northwest Horse Fair and Expo 2018

Celebrating the Spirit of the Horse! Join the “round-up” of horse lovers, as the Northwest Horse Fair and Expo 2018, presented by Akins Trailers, gallops into Albany, Oregon, March 23 through 25, 2018 at the Linn County Fair and Expo Center! “Now in our 19th year in Albany, the Northwest Horse Fair and Expo is packed with … Read More

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What We Do Here Today Will Impact the Lives of Tomorrow

Dallas, Texas, Friday, January 19, 2018— In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Caitlyn Buchanan created the Livestock Emergency Team. Caitlyn has been working diligently with the aid of members and volunteers in an effort to develop future operations for individuals around the county who are faced with a livestock emergency. … Read More

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The Northwest Horse Source is looking for New Talent

Every business goes through an evolution. Especially when it’s been around for over 22 years in a particular industry. We have been through good times, survived hard times and continue to expand our service to our readers. Most recently we have added a responsive website, more online advertising options, a … Read More

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What if you were told to STOP feeding your horse the bagged feed mixes?

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What if you were told “simplifying” the meal is easy and may be better for your horse’s GI tract and mind?   Take a moment or two to imagine what simplifying means to you and your horse. What would that meal in a feed bucket look like? I ask these … Read More

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