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March 8th, 2024
The Northwest Horse Source
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Cover Story: Columbia Equine Hospital of Gresham, Oregon

Columbia Equine Hospital
40 Years of Expert Equine Care Finding exceptional veterinary care for our horses has become more difficult in recent years. There seems to be fewer veterinarians willing to provide ambulatory care services over large areas, fewer options for 24/7 emergency care, and fewer equine hospitals equipped with the necessary staff, equipment, and services horse owners need. But horse owners who …

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Trail Savvy: The Timeless Joy of Horse Camping

Horse Camping
Embracing Nature’s Clock Most people experience time as a linear construct with every second tracked by our devices, rushing through life until nature demands that we stop. But I feel a shift when I’m on the trail, slowly making my way into the wilderness; time slows down and stretches in every direction. When I’m in wilderness areas, history feels alive, …

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Media Barn Book Review: Shoeing the Modern Horse

Shoeing the Modern Horse
The Horse Owner's Guide to Farriery and Hoof Care By Steven Kraus with Katie Navarra Horses’ hooves are integral to their overall health, their athletic ability, and ultimately, their longevity. But not all horses are the same. The individual needs of each horse require an understanding of responsible, informed hoofcare on the part of the owner, rider, or trainer. This …

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From My Saddle: Change is Inevitable

Change
Moving Forward and Embracing Digital Communication 2023 was a year of big changes for The Northwest Horse Source. The November/December issue was the final print edition of the magazine and we’re now an all-digital magazine and website. This was a tough decision for me, but the print version of the magazine was no longer sustainable. I love the fact that …

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Trainer's Corner: Do a Pre-Ride Safety Check

Safety Check
Pay Attention to Four Crucial Areas It was an ordinary late summer day—dry and warm, the perfect moment to be on horseback. We had been riding daily since mid June and had led almost 1000 kids, ages 8 to 10, out on trail rides. Most of them were first-time riders, and all of it was incident-free. Many common horseback riding …

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