by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. For many horses, this is the season for traveling to horse shows and events. Considering periodic outbreaks of equine herpes virus (EHV-1) and other infectious diseases, it is critical that your horse be in top physical health before embarking to an unfamiliar area. The … Read More
Introducing Horses and Riders to Mounted Shooting Cowboy mounted shooting is a sport that is beginner friendly. There are a lot of opinions on how to introduce horses to gunfire, but at our barn we like starting them with cap guns. This begins first on the ground, then progresses … Read More
The Mission and History of a Unique Northwest Company by Tom Menner Sweet PDZ is a truly unique product that creates a healthier, more comfortable environment for your horses. Here’s a look at why this company has had long-term success. Question: How and why did you get started in … Read More
The Horse World’s Most Trusted Name® presents their most advanced generation of fly mask East Longmeadow, MA – When the product development team at Absorbine® set out to redesign the UltraShield® Fly Mask, the bar was set high. Horse owners across the country were asked what they liked … Read More
The Trophy Circuit Show May 27-30 The show season is starting fast and furious this year for the Washington State Quarter Horse Association. First up was our Trainer Invitational held in Monroe, WA on February 28th. Now we look forward to the Trophy Circuit May 27th – 30th, also held … Read More
How BCHW Works to Benefit All Equestrians by Teri Starke, State Treasurer, Ways and Means (fundraising) chair BCHW is beneficial to every trail rider in Washington State and yet it seems many riders are not even aware it exists. We volunteered over 70,000 hours in 2015 repairing and maintaining … Read More
Show for Young Horses to be Held in Wenatchee April 8-10 by Sally Sutherland Calling all owners of 4, 5 and 6-year-old reining horses! The WRHA will kick off the season in April at the Appleatchee Riders Arena in Wenatchee with the annual Spring Fling and Derby, April 8th … Read More
Riding Styles is the result of months of collaboration between Dr. Susan Cain, graduate student Stephanie Tribo and graphic designer Debi Giese. Dr. Cain holds a doctoral degree in organizational leadership, and is a licensed clinical social worker, corporate coach and consultant. She has co-authored several books focusing on the work … Read More
Northwest Horse SourceThe Northwest Horse Source is an independently owned and operated print and online magazine for horse owners and enthusiasts of all breeds and disciplines in the Pacific Northwest. Our contemporary editorial columns are predominantly written by experts in the region, covering the care, training, keeping and enjoyment of horses, … Read More
A SPECIAL day at Fire Mountain Trail Course! April 16th, 2016 An Orientation Workshop / Obstacle Clinic / Play time for Horse 4-H Youth Members and their supervising adults at a special discounted rate of $25 with Haul-In fee waived! This is a savings of $15! Have you previously completed … Read More
