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Northwest Therapeutic Riding Center’s “Dutch Treat” Named Region 9 Horse of the Year

Northwest Therapeutic Riding Center’s beautiful 30-year-old Dutch Warmblood, ‘DT,’ has been awarded Region 9 Therapeutic Horse of the Year by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International. Region 9 encompasses Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. DT was honored for her service to NWTRC at the PATH Intl. … Read More

Pressure Proof Your Riding

Overcome the Trap of Perfectionism by Daniel Stewart   Martha Asks, “My trainer says I’m a perfectionist. I work very hard and really want to do well, but I get very disappointed when I make mistakes or when I don’t do as well as I know I could have. Does … Read More

Whinny Warmers: A True Gift for the Senior Horse

Horses and holidays go together. In the Netherlands, Sinterklaas arrives on a great white horse known as Schimmel or Amerigo, who trots across the countryside visiting schools and homes. But unlike a quaint folktale, older equine companions suffering from arthritis, or circulation-impairing diseases like Equine Metabolic Syndrome (“IR Cushings”), founder, … Read More

Horses are Healthier & Happier with Slow Feeder Hay Nets

Natural Alternative Grazers makes a slow feeder “N.A.G. Bag” for every grazing animal. Veterinarians and equine health professionals, stable managers, equine teaching facilities and owners are all seeing the benefits of using a N.A.G. Bag slow feeding system. At Natural Alternative Grazers our mission is for all stable, boarding, show … Read More

Senior Horse Essay, Honorable Mention

Adult Category: The Treasure of a Stable Relationship by Annalisa Foster, Sumas, WA   My grandmother once told me, “If you want a stable relationship, get a horse.” His name is Khaidansk’s Jewel. Some call him Kayak but I call him Doodle, a name given to him for his spirited … Read More

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