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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Trail Savvy: Five Ways to be a Better Client for Your Farrier

Trail Savvy: Five Ways to be a Better Client for Your Farrier
Photo Courtesy Robert Eversole

A Great Farrier is a Horse Owner’s Best Friend My mule Ellie kicked my farrier, Alex. It was a stark reminder of my oversight as I hadn’t upheld my end of the bargain and had neglected to train her appropriately. That was a few years ago, and I’ve learned a …

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Business Profile: Langley Equine Studies

Langley Equine Studies

Preparing Students for Success as Equine Body Workers What is your name and your business name? Mary Lou Langley of Langley Equine Studies.  How and why did you get started in business? I got started in self-employment as a massage therapist because of my passion for better health care for …

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Feature Story: What’s in My Hay?

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Photo Courtesy Kim Roe

Educate Yourself to Save Money and Keep Animals Healthy A few years ago I ordered a load of teff hay for my metabolic horse. The seller had posted photos and analysis on social media, and though it was expensive—nearly $600 per ton delivered and stacked—it looked like a good product …

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Northwest Horse Source Magazine’s May 2024 Issue

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