November/December 2022
Explore the complete digital edition of the Nov/Dec 2022 Colorado Horse Source.
National Reined Cow Horse Association Gains Its First Three Million Dollar Rider
PILOT POINT, Texas – The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) gained its first Three Million Dollar Rider, Corey Cushing, during the 2022 Snaffle Bit Futurity® presented by Metallic Cat. Following the Open Bridle Corey Cushing surpassed this benchmark bringing his lifetime earnings to $3,002,327. “There is an endless list …
Stem Cells Under Investigation as a Possible Future Treatment for Equine Asthma
Heaves is known as a disease that can leave a horse struggling to breathe, ending athletic careers and even rendering a pleasure horse unsuitable for riding. Commonly known today as equine asthma, it’s an irreversible disease brought on by repeated exposure to dust and moulds. Ontario Veterinary College researcher, Doctor Bienzle has …
Willfully Guided: Baby, It’s Cold Outside – Tips for Winter Horse Care
This morning it was a balmy 27 degrees at the barn. We worry about mud management during the winter months, often forgetting about freezing temperatures until they are upon us. My horsey childhood in Alaska was spent more than half the year in the dark and cold of winter, so …
AgriLife Extension offers education for horse breeding industry
Featured Photo Caption: Chelsie Huseman, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horse specialist, and Krissy Schroeder, equine facility manager and breeding manager at Texas A&M, demonstrate the artificial insemination of a mare during the 2021 Equine Reproductive Management Short Course. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie) Online programs help ensure …
Outbreak Alerts: October 25, 2022 – Equine Infectious Anemia – Bexar County, TX
Source: Texas Animal Health Commission Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1 Breed: Quarter Horse (QH) Horse Status: Euthanized Comments: Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials confirmed equine infectious anemia (EIA) in a Quarter Horse on a Bexar County premises. The premises has been quarantined and will not be released until …
Outbreak Alerts: October 25, 2022 – Equine Infectious Anemia – Jasper County, TX
Source: Texas Animal Health Commission Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1 Breed: Quarter Horse (QH) Horse Status: Euthanized Comments: Notes: Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials confirmed equine infectious anemia (EIA) in a Quarter Horse on a Jasper County premises. The premises has been quarantined and will not be released until TAHC’s …
Outbreak Alerts: October 25, 2022 – Equine Infectious Anemia – Wilson County, TX
Source: Texas Animal Health Commission Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1 Facility Type: Private Facility Number Confirmed: 1 Breed: Quarter Horse (QH) Horse Status: Euthanized Comments: Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) officials confirmed equine infectious anemia (EIA) in a Quarter Horse on a Wilson County premise. The premises has been quarantined and will …
Rutgers Equine Science Center Launches 2022 Equine Needs Assessment Survey
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – What is most important to members of the equine industry? To answer this question and more, the Rutgers Equine Science Center is conducting the 2022 Equine Industry Needs Assessment Survey. You are invited to participate in this survey if you are over 18 years old and …
New & Noteworthy: Muck Apex Mid Zip Boots for Fall
Designed to move fast and with confidence on tough terrain, The Original Muck Boot Company’s Apex boot is built with innovative construction for high-endurance treks that require a more athletic and agile boot while still providing comfort and waterproof protection. The 100% waterproof construction is coupled with breathable mesh linings …