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Media Barn: Breaking Old Habits, Building New Trust

An excerpt from Secrets of the Horse, by Shelby Dennis If you’ve been yearning for a better understanding of your horse, the answer lies in learning more about how horses function as a species and the science behind their behavior. Developing more ethical training practices requires reflection on how the … Read More

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Small Steps Still Count

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Don’t feel like riding today? A short session of liberty work can go a long way toward increasing trust between you and your horse. Photo by Kim Roe

Progress Comes One Small Step at a Time I may have found the secret to getting through hard seasons with horses — and honestly, with life in general. I call it: just do what you can do. Maybe that sounds overly simple, but it’s helped me more than almost anything else … Read More

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Horse Camping Gets Easier When You Start Small

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Photos by Robert Eversole

Horse camping can feel intimidating when you first start looking at all the gear, planning, and preparation involved. Between trailers, feed, water, containment systems, and keeping horses happy away from home, it’s easy to wonder if you’re forgetting something important. Honestly, most of us probably are at first. The good … Read More

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Natural Ways to Help Keep Flies and Mosquitoes Under Control

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Swallow box with nesting Violet Green Swallows. Photo Courtesy Alayne Blickle.

Every horse owner knows the feeling. You finally get a warm stretch of weather, the horses are shedding out, pasture season is starting to look good… and suddenly the bugs arrive in full force. Flies, mosquitoes, gnats, and biting midges can make horses absolutely miserable this time of year. And … Read More

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Shyloh Chelsea – Durango’s Newest Men’s Boot

Shyloh Chelsea

The new men’s Shyloh Chelsea by Durango boots redefine modern Western style with a sharp, fashion-forward attitude. This silhouette blends rugged performance with elevated design, crafted from rich full-grain leather in a rich finish that transitions effortlessly from day to night. (Offered in Black Onyx, Roasted Chestnut and Distressed Brown … Read More

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Durango® Boots Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary with Limited-Edition

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“The New RebelTM Boots are Designed to Celebrate Patriotism through Hard Work, American Pride and Western GritAmerica 250” Collection NELSONVILLE, OH (May 7, 2026) – Durango® Boots, a leader in Western footwear, proudlycommemorates the United States’ 250th anniversary with the launch of the America 250 Collection –limited-edition styles built on … Read More

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Moving with Horses – Part 4: Arrival, Reality & Starting Over

Catch up on the series:Part 1: Before You Hit the RoadPart 2: Hitting the RoadPart 3: When Things Didn’t Go as Planned What happens after the journey ends—and a new chapter begins I stayed about a week to get the horses settled, the living quarters set up, and everything somewhat … Read More

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A New Vision for the Arabian Horse Industry

Taryl O'Shea, New CEO of AHA

A Conversation with Taryl O’Shea, CEO of the Arabian Horse Association I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Taryl O’Shea, CEO of the Arabian Horse Association, for a thoughtful conversation about the future of the Arabian horse industry, opportunities for growth, and what it all means for horse … Read More

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Business Profile: Pet After Life Services NW (PALS NW)

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Company Name:Pet After Life Services NW How and why did you get started in business?Pet After Life Services NW was created from a desire to provide families with compassionate, respectful after-life care for their beloved pets and equine companions. Our mission has always been simple: not just to get something … Read More

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