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Riding Fear Free – Emotional Training for Horse and Rider

August 5, 2020September 1, 2015 by Laura Daley

by Laura Daley Training, by definition, is: the act to form by instruction, discipline or drill, to teach so as to make fit, qualified or proficient, to undergo instruction, discipline or drill. Instruction and practice is good for both the horse and horseman. A training schedule helps with setting …

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When Not Riding is Not an Option

August 5, 2020September 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

The Equestrian’s Guide to Hip Replacement Surgery by Aarene Storms The list of reasons that I ride is familiar to readers of this magazine. I know I’m not the only one who writes the year’s social calendar based on the regional ride schedule. Riders of all ages face physical …

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September 2015 Cover Story: Creidmount Saddle Club

February 5, 2021September 1, 2015 by Catherine Madera

Inspiring Community and a Competitive Edge by Catherine Madera A new equestrian center opens its doors this month on a historically noteworthy piece of property in Northwest Washington. Located at 1090 E. Smith Rd. in Bellingham, Creidmount Saddle Club makes its home at the stable known best as Papetti …

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Training Your Horse at Liberty

August 5, 2020August 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

A Proven Way to Develop Confidence and Trust with Your Horse by Donna Kelleher, DVM Liberty horse training has profoundly changed the way I interact with my horses. It all started five years ago when I got bucked off by my newest rescued horse, Tino. A small Morgan cross with …

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The Gift

August 5, 2020August 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

How One Kindness Changed Two Lives Forever by Teshia A. Kluski As far back as I can remember horses filled my dreams, shining light into dark places. When I looked deep into their eyes I saw a kindred spirit. Moreover, I saw my salvation. I wasn’t born into privilege. …

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Is Summer Grass Safe?

August 5, 2020August 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

Keep Your Horse Healthy All Summer Long by Dr. Joyce Harman, DVM Summer has arrived, bringing with it the changing responsibilities of a horse owner. This may include changing out troughs more often to keep your horse’s water cool and fresh, or hosing him down on those brutal July …

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August 2015 Cover Story: THE MANE EVENT is a MAIN ATTRACTION

August 5, 2020August 1, 2015 by Catherine Madera

Plan for a Fun, Educational Experience this Fall in Chilliwack by Catherine Madera In the English language homonyms are words that sound alike but have different meanings. A good example is the words main and mane. The dictionary defines mane as: distinctly long or thick hair, such as found on …

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July 2015 Cover Story: The Havasu Horse Project

August 5, 2020July 1, 2015 by Catherine Madera

The Havasu Horse Project: Where Compassion is a Natural Wonder by Catherine Madera When Shea Carpenter first visited the southwest corner of the Grand Canyon she came for the awe inspiring beauty: stunning waterfalls of Caribbean blue set against sheer, red canyon walls jutting into the Arizona sky. What she …

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Handling Horses with Confidence

August 5, 2020July 1, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

Stay Safe Around Equines with these Awareness Practices by Ute Philippi, farrier I recently read a post on Facebook about another farrier being kicked by a draft horse. This prompted me to share some awareness practices I have learned over the years working as a farrier. These do …

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The Obesity Epidemic

August 5, 2020July 1, 2015 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

True Causes of Obesity and How to Fix It by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Obesity is an epidemic problem with domesticated horses. Although we most easily attribute the problem to overfeeding concentrates combined with too little exercise, the underlying cause is much less apparent. It has to do with …

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