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New & Noteworthy: 2023 Citizen of the West

Citizen of the West
The National Western Stock Show is proud to name Matthew Mead its 2023 Citizen of the West.

Former Wyoming Governor Matthew Mead is the 2023 Citizen of the West. The National Western Stock Show proudly announces former Wyoming Governor Matthew Mead as the 2023 Citizen of the West. This prestigious award recognizes those who embody the spirit and determination of the Western pioneer—a true representative of Western …

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Trainer Profile: Abby Pacheco

Abby Pacheco is a multi-faceted Western trainer based in Colorado Springs. Credit: Betz Equine Photography

Heart 2 Horse Allows This Western Trainer to Combine Her Expertise in Equine Massage Therapy With a Vibrant Training Business What’s your name, and where do you train horses? My name is Abby Pacheco and I train horses at Heart 2 Horse in Colorado Springs. I’ve been in business for …

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Outbreak Alerts: February 24, 2023 – Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic in Maricopa County, AZ

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Source: Arizona Department of Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 36Facility Type: RacetrackComments: The index case is a single 14 year old Thoroughbred gelding that developed clinical signs of illness (hindlimb ataxia, weakness, difficulty rising / maintaining a standing posture) on 2-14-2023 with positive test results reported out on 2-18-2023 …

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Outbreak Alerts: February 22, 2023 – Equine Infectious Anemia – Oklahoma County, OK

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Source: State Veterinarian Office Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 6Facility Type: Training FacilityAge: 4Gender: StallionBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Usage: RacingOnset of Clinical Signs: 2/11/2023Clinical Signs: AsymptomaticConfirmation Date: 2/20/2023Horse Status: QuarantinedComments: Exposed horses have undergone initial testing and all are negative. The positive horse has been isolated and quarantined. Epidemiologic Investigation is ongoing at this time. For more information go …

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Trail Savvy: “Don’t Pass the Jigger Boss” and Other Unwritten Rules of Trail Riding

(Photo Caption: “Our merry band of mule enthusiasts enjoyed time spent around the campfire as we worked towards solving the world’s problems and instructing young Hunter in the unwritten rules of ranch and camp life.”) Memorable Sayings Get Defined in the Bob Marshall Wilderness I recently had the opportunity to …

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