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 … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
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 … Read More
