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Making this Holiday Season Meaningful by Karen Pickering There are times it’s hard to be thankful and the last several years have certainly been trying. Regardless, I’m thankful for the many blessings I continue to receive. Somehow, the ads come through, people are generous and helpful and I see kindness …
Training an OTTB for the Sport of Mountain Trail by Mark Bolender Off the Track Thoroughbreds (OTTB) are retired race horses that have been given a new purpose in life. Recently, I had the good fortune to train one named Dakota for mountain trail riding. As it turns out, …
Want nice tack, but don’t have time to spend hours cleaning and conditioning leather tack on a regular basis? One-Step Leather Cleaner & Conditioner from Horse Health™ Products saves time and money and eliminates the hassle of using multiple products. “Leather tack is a big financial investment, and it …
How to Properly Use Leg Pressure to Control Your Horse by Allison Trimble Horses are trained using the concept of pressure and release. This can come in many forms including through the halter rope, through your body during groundwork, and from the reins while riding. One of …
Regaining Confidence After a Fall by Daniel Stewart Christina asks: “I had a pretty bad fall recently and I can’t stop thinking about it. Is there anything I can do to get my confidence back?” This is one of the most common questions I receive and chances are …
How to Make and Use Inexpensive Bit-Free Bridles by Lisa Preston Create a variety of inexpensive, reliable, custom-fit bitless bridles in the colors you choose. This 104 page manual includes step-by-step instructions for more than a dozen bridles, halters, and other handmade tack. Available from Alpine Publications …
How Horses Helped Heal a Catastrophic Brain Injury by Mauri Clarke and Christine Fitzgerald In January 2011, Talbot Clarke was enjoying her sophomore year at Santa Clara University in California when life changed in an instant. The 20-year-old was struck by a car and thrown more than 30 …
How to Tell if Your Horse’s Coughing is Normal by Eleanor Blazer Coughing is a symptom. It can be caused by something as trivial as a little dust or as serious as an underlying medical condition. Regardless of the cause, a coughing horse stops time. Activity ceases as …
How Supporting Local Talent Builds a Community by Karen Pickering One of the best things about publishing the Northwest Horse Source is a close connection to my community. I am inspired by the talent and resources we have here in the Northwest. Bolender Horse Park in Silver …
9 Practical Tips to Protect a Costly Piece of Equipment by Laurie Cerny Horse trailers are one of the biggest equipment expenses for the horse owner. Even if you’ve bought yours new, over time it will show wear-and-tear. Sooner rather than later if you don’t take care …