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Outbreak Alerts: November 9, 2022 Equine Influenza in Thurston County, WA

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Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: State vet office Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private FacilityComments: A horse in Thurston County has tested positive for Equine Influenza and is currently under private veterinary care. For more information go to: Equine Influenza.  Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates on current disease outbreaks are listed on our EDCC website … Read More

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Idaho Horse Expo 2023

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Idaho Horse Expo
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The 37th annual Idaho Horse Expo will be held April 7-9, 2023 at the Ford Idaho Horse Park in Nampa, Idaho. If you are a horse lover of any age, you can’t miss this event. The Expo features internationally known clinicians as well as local clinicians and trainers. The featured … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: November 7, 2022 Pigeon Fever in Kitsap County, WA

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Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: State vet office Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: FarmComments: A horse in Kitsap County has tested positive for Pigeon Fever. The horse has draining from an abdominal swelling and is currently under private vet care. For more information go to: Pigeon Fever factsheet.  Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates on current … Read More

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Business Profile: Equina USA

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Equina

Northwest Veterinarian Brings Top Quality European Supplements to the USA The Northwest Horse Source takes pride in featuring and supporting Northwest (and beyond) equine-related businesses. This helps our readers find the services and supplies they need to take the best possible care of their horses and properties. If you’re interested … Read More

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VICTOR “THE PREDICTOR” COZZETTI PASSES AWAY

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Vic Cozzetti

AUBURN, Wash. (Oct. 31) – Vic Cozzetti, a staple in Washington racing for over five decades, passed away Sunday in a Puyallup assisted living facility at age 93. Cozzetti was a fixture in the press box at Longacres and Emerald Downs—where he was known as “Victor the Predictor”—and involved in … Read More

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Northwest Horse Fair & Expo 2023: Here We Come Again!!

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Northwest Horse Fair & Expo 2023
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The Northwest Horse Fair & Expo 2023, presented by Akin Trailers, will be arriving again in Albany, Oregon, March 24, 25, 26, 2023 at the Linn County Fair and Expo Center!  The expo will continue to feature top-notch clinics, workshops, exciting entertainment, tons of trade show shopping, and a chance … Read More

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November/December 2022

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November/December 2022

Explore the complete digital edition of the Nov/Dec 2022 The Northwest Horse Source. 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 … Read More

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National Reined Cow Horse Association Gains Its First Three Million Dollar Rider

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Three Million Dollar Rider
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PILOT POINT, Texas – The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) gained its first Three Million Dollar Rider, Corey Cushing, during the 2022 Snaffle Bit Futurity® presented by Metallic Cat. Following the Open Bridle Corey Cushing surpassed this benchmark bringing his lifetime earnings to $3,002,327.  “There is an endless list … Read More

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Stem Cells Under Investigation as a Possible Future Treatment for Equine Asthma

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equine asthma

Heaves is known as a disease that can leave a horse struggling to breathe, ending athletic careers and even rendering a pleasure horse unsuitable for riding. Commonly known today as equine asthma, it’s an irreversible disease brought on by repeated exposure to dust and moulds. Ontario Veterinary College researcher, Doctor Bienzle has … Read More

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Outbreak Alerts: Oct 27, 2022 West Nile Virus in Los Angeles County, CA

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Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1 Age: 15 Gender: Gelding Breed: Paint Onset of Clinical Signs: 10/2/2022 Clinical Signs: Colic and fever 10/2; ataxia and weakness in all 4 legs starting 10/3 Confirmation Date: 10/26/2022 Horse Status: Euthanized Vaccination Status: Status Unknown Comments: On October 26, 2022, a 15-year-old Paint gelding … Read More

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