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Feature Story: Remembering Kleng

Exceptional Therapy Horse Made a Positive Difference for Decades by Julia Bozzo We have all been lucky enough to know certain exceptional individuals who make huge differences in people’s lives. In this case the individual is a horse. Kleng, a Norwegian Fjord, was born on October 11, 1991 in Sooke, … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: Recognizing the Impact of Horses on Veterans with Back on Track Grants

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The EQUUS Foundation’s motto, “For the Love of Horses” drew Back on Track USA CEO, James Ruder, to the EQUUS Foundation to design a program that recognizes the significant impact of horses on the lives of people—especially veterans and their families. Back on Track’s therapeutic products help to achieve a … Read More

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Rider Wellness: Getting Back on the Horse

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Photo Credit: Carol Klar

You’ll Know When It’s the Right Time to Remount The old saying is that you should always “get back on the horse”. I did get back on my horse the day I fell off during a moment of chaos when riding with friends. I got back on because I had … Read More

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Cover Story: Up for the Challenge

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Samantha Rock and Handy Dandy. Photo by Madeline Biner.

Samantha Rock Doubles Her Chances of Winning $50,000 at First Ever Mustang Challenge in Las Vegas Why mustangs? Samantha (Sam) Rock wanted a challenge and found it in 2015 when she started gentling and training wild horses and got hooked on mustangs. Sam considers herself a very competitive person and … Read More

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From My Saddle: Expo Life

Jody and John Lyons with Karen at the Northwest Horse Fair & Expo

Face to Face Interaction is the Best After returning home from the Northwest Horse Fair & Expo in Albany, Oregon, I realized how seeing familiar faces and meeting new people was the highlight of the trip. I was especially excited to see John Lyons again after several years. He and … Read More

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Trainer Profile: Ben Longwell of True West Horsemanship

True West Horsemanship
Photo Credit Natalie Longwell

Helping Riders Build Trust and Feel with Their Horses What is your name and location? Ben Longwell of True West Horsemanship, LLC from Pendleton, Oregon. What disciplines do you train/teach? We teach horsemanship for all disciplines, helping riders build strong partnerships through clearer communication. We do ranch roping and emphasize … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: Back on Track® and the EQUUS Foundation

Back on Track

For the Love of Horses —“That phrase encapsulates why most of us started in this industry,” says James Ruder, CEO of Back on Track® USA. “From the time I was a young boy, horses were my respite. When chaos ensued at home or at school, I could go to the … Read More

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Rider Wellness: Shoveling Manure Adds Up

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Horse Chores Burn Calories but You Still Need to Watch Your Diet I always think I’m not very fit and don’t exercise enough. I try to squeeze more exercise into my day, but I’m basically lazy. I like walking, at a slow casual speed (much like my Fjord horse), or … Read More

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Editor’s Postcard: The Grass Dilemma

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Welsh Cob Gus practices yoga poses to reach a blade of grass. Photo Courtesy Kim Roe, Blue Gate Farm.

Managing Plump, Bored Horses Means Rethinking Equine Husbandry With nearly 40 acres of pastures, fields, and woods, my place, Blue Gate Farm, sits on fertile soil and has plenty of water. Even in the hottest, driest summers the grass stays green without irrigation. I’ve spent thousands of dollars and many … Read More

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New & Noteworthy: Durango Offers All-Day Comfort in Women’s Western Boot

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The Durango® Lady Rebel Pro™ Women’s Juniper Brown Western Boot is for women seeking durability and comfort. The boot is built with an outsole design and materials that help provide slip-resistance and traction on various surfaces. This boot has the Durango X-Pand System™ which is a hidden gore expansion for … Read More

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