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What is a Foundation Appaloosa?

Pedigree Variables of the Modern Appaloosa by Charles Potts, Blue Creek Appaloosas   Outside of the Appaloosa breed itself, the term “foundation Appaloosa” may not be understood. Basically, it refers to the practice of breeding Appaloosas only to other Appaloosas, with the ultimate goal to create horses that have at …

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Absorbine Introduces Newly Designed UltraShield® Fly Mask

Fly Mask

When the product development team at Absorbine® set out to re-design the UltraShield® Fly Mask, the bar was set high. Horse owners across the country were asked what features the ideal mask would include. That research led to the latest high-tech performance fabrics, advanced comfort-enhancing features and a completely re-imagined …

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May 2016 Digital Edition

May 2016 Cover Story: Getaway Horse Play – Your Horse Wants To Go! Equine Wellness: Barefoot, Shod or Boots? Getting Help in a Backcountry Emergency Trainer’s Corner: Becoming a Student The Adventures of Spanky and Dally Click here to see all Digital Edition Past Issues Find the print magazine in …

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Effects of Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy on Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms in Youth

Chagrin Falls, Ohio – Researchers at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University and at Washburn University recently completed a study funded by the Horses and Humans Research Foundation to investigate the effectiveness of equine facilitated psychotherapy (EFP) in the treatment of post traumatic stress symptoms in children and …

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April 2016 Digital Edition is Here!

April 2016 Cover Story: Butler Hill Equestrian Center – Helping Riders Face Their Fears Trail Savvy: Spring Maintenance for Obstacles Rider Wellness: Falling off the Fitness Wagon Five Basics Every Horse Should Know Natural Pest Control Click here to see all Digital Edition Past Issues Find the print magazine in …

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Is Endurance Riding for You?

Endurance Riding

Stories from an Extreme Sport by Michael Campbell, AERC President   If you’re not an endurance rider (yet), it may be difficult to believe that people would do this sport on purpose. It takes a certain dedication and toughness to pursue endurance riding (50-100 mile rides) and limited distance (LD) …

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