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Business Profile: Equi-First Aid USA

Equine first aid

Educating Horse Owners for Emergencies Why did you start your business? Equi-First Aid USA started because we wanted horse owners to have a structured curriculum to help them learn how to triage their horse in an emergency situation while waiting for a veterinarian to arrive. What is your history with … Read More

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Cover Story: Vista Verde Ranch Ushers in a New Era of Dude Ranching

Vista Verde Ranch

Colorado Guest Ranch Now Offers Year-Round Activities by Tessa Yannone Western dude ranches typically see the bulk of their guest bookings in the busy summer season with trail rides, hiking, biking, fishing, hearty comfort food, and evening entertainment that includes live music and line dancing. When Vista Verde Guest Ranch, … Read More

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Prevention Is Better Than Cure

Leg restraints

For a limited time, receive a free digital download of Clinton’s Hobbling and Leg Restraints Series Prevention is better than cure. That’s Clinton’s belief when it comes to hobble-training horses. You’re better off teaching your horse not to panic when his feet are restricted than waiting for an accident to happen. … Read More

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Texas A&M AgriLife leads program prioritizing mounted patrol horses’ health, safety

Equine care
In the upcoming course, veterinary professionals will educate riders on what they need to know to maintain a mounted patrol horse’s health and safety. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Equine health course to equip riders with essential horse care skills October 10, 2024 – by Ashley Vargo Texas A&M University System veterinarians and Texas A&M AgriLife educational development specialists are collaborating to deliver a new training program to educate mounted patrol units throughout the nation on all the skills needed to care for their … Read More

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“Magic” Animal Health Products Welcomed in the West

Images Courtesy Kim F Miller

Airlite cardboard bedding and Thymox botanical disinfectant are the foundation of healthy animal environments throughout much of North America. But their availability in the West has been spotty. Until now…. Lifelong horsewoman and entrepreneur, Jaime Nyheim, became an Airlite cardboard bedding devotee after discovering it on the East Coast competition … Read More

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EquiLearn Expands Nationwide with Acquisition of Equinology’s Western Territory

EquiLearn
New Owner Courtney Molino. Image courtesy Debranne Pattillo.

EquiLearn Enhances Reach While Equinology Remains Parent Company (Woodbine, Maryland & Napa, California – September 17th, 2024) – EquiLearn LLC and Equinology® Inc are pleased to announce EquiLearn’s acquisition of Equinology’s Western USA territory.  This strategic move significantly extends EquiLearn’s reach, complementing its existing presence in the Eastern USA and … Read More

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Cowgirl Capable Hosts Transformative Women’s Empowerment Retreat at Whistlin’ Pine Ranch in Pateros, WA

Women’s Empowerment

Pateros, WA — From September 5th to 8th, 2024, women from all walks of life gathered at the scenic Whistlin’ Pine Ranch for the Cowgirl Capable Women’s Empowerment Retreat. This unique event empowered participants through confidence-building activities, resilience training, and practical skill development, all set amidst 500 acres of breathtaking … Read More

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Cover Story: Making Magic at Horses of Hope Oregon

therapeutic riding

Therapeutic Riding Center Brings Joy and Healing into People’s Lives Those of us who love horses understand the magic they bring into our lives. We know being in the presence of a horse changes a bad day into a good one. We have felt our bodies and minds respond positively … Read More

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