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Hay! Are You Getting What You Pay For?

August 5, 2020September 1, 2018 by Northwest Horse Source

High Prices Provide Incentive to Understand Hay Quality By Stephanie Davis, DVM In most instances I would defend the idiom you get what you pay for. As U.S. hay prices have escalated significantly, it would be great if that were true. However, when it comes to buying hay, it’s not that …

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The Wildest Rides of 2018

June 30, 2020September 1, 2018 by Northwest Horse Source

The Best Guided Trail Rides in the United States By Julie Bielenberg The National Dude Ranch Association (DRA) has over 10,000 trail rides throughout the Western United States and Canada. Trail riders can travel across National Forest, BLM, private acreage, hundreds of miles of waterways, valley and …

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Equine Latrine

August 5, 2020September 1, 2018 by Eleanor Blazer

Most Horses’ Natural Behavior Aids in Parasite Control By Eleanor Blazer Horses have no trouble determining where to poop. Most confined horses will designate a “latrine” area––whether in a turnout, pasture or stall. My own horses leave their hay, walk across the turnout, relieve themselves in the favored corner …

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Feeding Beet Pulp

August 5, 2020August 1, 2018 by Eleanor Blazer

Low Glycemic Index is One Advantage of this Miracle Feed By Eleanor Blazer High in digestible fiber, low glycemic index, 10% crude protein. What is this miracle horse feed? Beet pulp! After sugar is extracted from beets the leftover pulp is a form of highly digestible fiber suitable for …

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Get Grit, Part 4

June 30, 2020August 1, 2018 by Laura Schonberg

Do You Have Grit? Answer These Questions and Find Out By Laura Schonberg The gritty mindset combines the power of passion with perseverance. We know we can be distracted by talent, but if we remember that our effort counts twice, we (and our horses) can accomplish great things. I’ve …

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Six Feet on the Ground

June 30, 2020August 1, 2018 by Northwest Horse Source

North American Western Dressage Groundwork Programs are for All Horses, Big to Small By Jessica Hein Cute and cuddly miniature horses are great pasture art—but what else can you do with them? Stacey Gorman of Wisconsin found a fun, challenging way to develop a deeper connection with her small …

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On Having Grit

June 30, 2020July 1, 2018 by Laura Schonberg

Part 3: Effort Counts Twice By Laura Schonberg Last month, we discussed Dr. Angela Duckworth’s research on how easily talent distracts us; if something seems to come naturally to someone or their horse, we may believe they don’t have to work very hard to be successful or outstanding in …

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Arena Footing

June 30, 2020July 1, 2018 by Dustin Gruetter

Keep Your Performance Horses Healthy and Safe By Dustin Gruetter, DC Structures Arena footing sounds simple enough, but when it’s time to start selecting materials for your equestrian facility, you’re likely to find more options than you ever imagined. Poor footing could subject your horse to increased risk …

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Hay Before Grain?

August 5, 2020July 1, 2018 by Eleanor Blazer

Preventing Digestive Upset Means Horses Need Continuous Fiber By Eleanor Blazer It’s feeding time and the horses know it. Feed buckets are rattling; there are nickers and the banging of hooves against gates. In most stables the concentrate or “grain” is given first––to satisfy the immediate need and calm the …

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Seven Tips to Help Prevent Colic

August 5, 2020July 1, 2018 by Northwest Horse Source

Lifestyle Management and Nutrition Go a Long Way in Preventing Colic From Arenus Animal Health Colic is one of the most distressing medical emergencies a horse owner can experience; it can come on quickly, is extremely painful and potentially life threatening. Luckily, with a good understanding of your horse’s …

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