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The Castellows. Photo Courtesy Farnam.HORSE CARE BRAND FARNAM UNVEILS BOLD NEW BRAND VISION, REINFORCING ITS LEADERSHIP IN EQUINE CARE FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
With a refreshed identity, updated loyalty program, and expanded community partnerships, Farnam sets the stage... -
From My Saddle: Technology Woes
Is All This Tech Really Helping? As I write this, I have just returned home... -
Photo Courtesy Robert EversoleTrail Savvy: The Shared Responsibility of Everyone on Board
Trail Access for Equestrians Depends on the Stewardship of Horse People Flying from clinic to... -
Photo by Beth Piper PhotographyCover Story: EquiAgent and the Equestrian Real Estate Academy
New Course and Designation Creates Opportunity for Real Estate Professionals Equestrians belong to a unique... -
Photo by Robert EversoleTrail Savvy: More Than Miles
An Education in Packing and Precision Ed Haefliger called me in 2009, shortly after I... -
New & Noteworthy: The 39th Annual Idaho Horse Expo Comes to Nampa April 4-6, 2025
The Idaho Horse Council is once again planning a fabulous lineup of activities, education, entertainment,... -
Image Courtesy American Wild Horse ConservationFederal Court Overturns BLM’s Controversial Cash Incentive Adoption Program
The national Adoption Incentive Program was exposed by plaintiffs & The New York Times as... -
Image Courtesy Wild Beauty FoundationHelp Pass the SAFE Act to Ban Horse Slaughter
We have an opportunity—and a responsibility—to protect America’s horses from a cruel and unnecessary fate.... -
Image Courtesy American Wild Horse ConservationLeading Wild Horse Conservation Organization Applauds Bipartisan Effort to End Horse Slaughter with SAFE Act Reintroduction
Ahead of AWHC’s Day of Action for National Horse Protection Day, the reintroduction of the... -
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Credit Cornell University College of Veterinary MedicineCornell’s Equine Seminar Series presents “Dental Care for the Senior Horse”
WHAT: Dr. Alexa Wright will discuss the anatomy, issues and care of horse teeth WHEN: Tuesday, March... -
Photo by Robert EversoleTrail Savvy: Sawdust and Saddles
Lessons from Hardwoods and Horses Few things ground me like the smell of freshly planed... -
Vista Verde Ranch Rolls Out a Fresh New Look with Rebrand and Website
Steamboat Springs, Colo. (February 13, 2025) – Vista Verde Ranch, a luxury guest ranch nestled... -
Photo by Mary Ann Page – Julie Goodnight poses with one of the horses of the U.S. Army Caisson Detachment and her Cascade Crossover SaddleJulie Goodnight Proudly Watches as Saddle Based on Her Design Is Used by U.S. Army Caisson Detachment During Jimmy Carter’s Funeral Procession
Rising from the wake of controversy, the U.S. Army Caisson Detachment (The Old Guard) has... -
Photo by Robert EversoleTrail Savvy: Helmets, Head Injuries, and Hard Truths
Helmet Use Reduces Likelihood of Severe Injury I respect that everyone has their own comfort... -
Karen and her late horse April in Yellowstone.From My Saddle: Seasons in Life
Change is the One Sure Thing I’ve enjoyed 30 years publishing the Northwest Horse Source.... -
Smokums Playlena “Playboy” March 13, 1995–December 10, 2024. Photo Courtesy Allison TrimbleWillfully Guided: Remembering Smokums Playlena, Horse of a Lifetime
In 2002 I was 24 years old with cow horse stars in my eyes. I’d... -
Horse Protection Act – Colorado Horse Council
Stay Informed: The Importance of Remaining Engaged with the 2024 Amendments to the Horse Protection... -
Help Our Horses – Complete the 2025 AHP Equine Industry Survey
American Horse Publications (AHP) is conducting its 6th Equine Industry Survey since to gauge participation trends... -
Photo by Robert EversoleTrail Savvy: Tackling Backcountry Packing
The Logical Next Step from Trail Riding Want to escape civilization but find the idea... -
Colorado Rejects Livestock Industry Attempt to Stop Wolf Reintroduction
DENVER— The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission today rejected a livestock industry petition to pause... -
Karen riding Blue Moon at Vista Verde Ranch in Colorado.From My Saddle: Time to Recharge
Ranch Getaway Replenishes My Soul In November I had an opportunity to visit a beautiful... -
Annual Agriculture Loss Due to Natural HazardsEl Paso County Farms Lose $167.6K per Year to Natural Hazards
A new study on behalf of Trace One has identified the locations where natural hazards have the greatest... -
Mark & Lee BolenderMark & Lee Bolender Seek New Visionary for International Mountain Trail Challenge Association (IMTCA)
Mark and I have cherished every moment of growing International Mountain Trail Challenge Association (IMTCA)... -
Image Courtesy Boehringer IngelheimSurvey Finds Half of Horse Owners Unaware of Lesser Known Stressors
Identify causes of stress to help prevent equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) Do you know... -
Disease Alert: Screwworm Has Been Confirmed in Mexico
Why should I be concerned that screwworm has been detected in Mexico? Screwworm has expanded... -
Wendy (left) and Karen, best friends, celebrate their shared birthday.From My Saddle: Friends for Life
How Horses Bring People Together I recently celebrated my 63rd birthday with my best friend,... -
Pony Club Announces Partnership Opportunities
November 11, 2024 (Lexington, KY) — The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club)... -
What are the First Signs of Cushing’s Disease in Horses?
(SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., November 21, 2024) Horses are the friends we didn’t know we needed... -
DURANGO® BOOTS TO EXHIBIT IN COWBOY CHANNEL COWBOY CHRISTMAS AT 2024WRANGLER NATIONAL FINALS RODEO®
Durango® returns as the Official Boot of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo® for the fourth... -
Dr. Mary Beth Gordon, PhD, Senior Director, Equine Technical Innovation at Purina, demonstrates how to use a weight tape.Purina Animal Nutrition announces ambition for every horse in America to reach optimal body condition
Their new horse weight management challenge, Through Thick and Thin, seeks to empower owners to... -
Power of the Pony: Heidi Nyland Melocco’s New Children’s Book Invites Youth to the Horse World
(Mead, CO) — Have a horse-loving kiddo on your Christmas shopping list? Check out the new... -
New & Noteworthy: American Horse Council’s December Podcast Offers Gift Ideas
The holidays are fast approaching and you’re thinking, “OMG, I need to find the perfect... -
Training at home leads to safety and control on the trail. Photo Courtesy Robert Eversole.Trail Savvy: I Don’t Need All That Fancy Stuff
Trail Horses Need Training for Control and Safety I recently read one of Ty Evans’... -
Photo Courtesy Robert EversoleTrail Savvy: You’re Rushing!
Slow Down and Breathe for Effective Training Mr. Thomas, my high school band director, was... -
Ranch horses need a forage-based diet for their health, energy and overall performance. Photo Credit Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife.Why forage is the cornerstone of a working ranch horse’s diet
Texas A&M AgriLife expert explains the importance of keeping forage as a main source of... -
70 Years Strong: The United States Pony Clubs’ Impact on the Horse World
October 31, 2024 (Lexington, KY) — Over the past seven decades, the United States Pony Clubs... -
Madalyn Richards ’24 practices breakaway roping at an arena near her home on Friday, Feb 16, 2024, in College Station, Texas. (Courtney Sacco/Texas A&M AgriLife)‘The Road to Casper’ celebrates the grit of two Texas A&M Rodeo Team stars
Three-part video series, created by Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications, premieres Oct. 28 by Mamie... -
Colorado members and coaches representing CAHC/Region VIII and Colorado 4-HColorado Youth Compete at National Horse Judging Competition
Almost 100 youth from across the country competed at the U.S. Arabian & Half-Arabian National... -
Spectacular Mane Event at the Ranch!
We’re filled with joy after another spectacular Mane Event at the Ranch! Thanks to our... -
Vista Verde Guest Ranch Flash Sale: December 15-20!
Hello from Vista Verde Ranch After a long and warm fall season up here at... -
Prevention Is Better Than Cure
For a limited time, receive a free digital download of Clinton’s Hobbling and Leg Restraints... -
Join Vista Verde Ranch for a Horsemanship Clinic this Fall
Exciting news! We’re bringing back our horsemanship clinic stay this fall from October 31 – November 4... -
Image Courtesy Emily SnaydGeorgia Boot Supports 4-H “Beyond Ready” Initiative Set to Expand Reach to Support 10 Million Youth by 2030
NELSONVILLE, OH. (October 9, 2024) – As part of its long-term partnership with 4-H, Georgia... -
Saddle Bronc Rider Zeke Thurston. Images Provided by Kaycie Timm.TEAM DURANGO® HEADS TO WRANGLER NATIONAL FINALS RODEO
Twelve Team Durango® Athletes to Compete in the 2024 NFR Nelsonville, Ohio (October 2024) –... -
In the upcoming course, veterinary professionals will educate riders on what they need to know to maintain a mounted patrol horse’s health and safety. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)Texas A&M AgriLife leads program prioritizing mounted patrol horses’ health, safety
Equine health course to equip riders with essential horse care skills October 10, 2024 – by Ashley... -
Starting Over Equine Training Clinic – Indian Hills, CO
October 12, 2024 to October 19, 2024 at 9:30am See event info here: https://horsesource.org/event/starting-over-equine-training-clinic -
Registration Now Open for Kentucky Horse Council’s One-Day Livestock Investigation Training
The Kentucky Horse Council’s (KHC) annual Livestock Investigation Training (LIT) is slated to take place... -
Elisa Wallace & Zephyr win first-ever Mustang Classic. Images Courtesy Matt Manroe.Elisa Wallace Claims Victory and $50,000 Prize in Inaugural Mustang Classic event presented by Practical Horseman and The Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and Burro Program
Rolex Stadium, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY. – September 13-15, 2024 Austin, TX – September... -
A GOLDEN HELLO FROM VISTA VERDE RANCH
Arguably the best season of the year has arrived and we are fully soaking in... -
New Owner Courtney Molino. Image courtesy Debranne Pattillo.EquiLearn Expands Nationwide with Acquisition of Equinology’s Western Territory
EquiLearn Enhances Reach While Equinology Remains Parent Company (Woodbine, Maryland & Napa, California – September... -
Joining Up With Your Horse Equine Clinic
Saturday November 9th at 10am-1pm in Denver, Colorado See event info here: https://horsesource.org/event/joining-up-with-your-horse-equine-clinic -
Cowgirl Capable Hosts Transformative Women’s Empowerment Retreat at Whistlin’ Pine Ranch in Pateros, WA
Pateros, WA — From September 5th to 8th, 2024, women from all walks of life... -
Image provided by FotoliaColorado has confirmed four cases of equine West Nile Virus (WNV) so far in 2024
Colorado Department of Agriculture Animal Health Division From the Quarterly Newsletter: Summer/Fall 2024 The first... -
Equine Nutrition: Feeding for All Life Stages
Join us for an evening with Natalie Sullivan, MS PAS, On Course Equine Nutrition, LLC... -
Join Us for the Holidays This Year
Picture this: It’s Christmas morning and you tip toe out from under your plush down... -
Protecting Yourself and Yours
I want to make this as simple as possible. If you are like me, you... -
Copper Creek Wolf family captured; one wolf dead, survivors taken into captivity
Young wolf family was implicated in livestock losses as coexistence measures were late and incomplete... -
2024 Ethos Awards welcome sign at National Museum of Racing and Ethos Award recipients Mayisha Akbar, Lezlie Hiner, Patricia Kelly, Caitlin Gooch, Anastasia Curwood, and Ann and Dr. George Blair at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. Images Courtesy LA Berry2024 ETHOS Award Ceremony at National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
The Ethos Awards Ceremony on Saturday morning, August 31, at the National Museum of Racing... -
Horse owners should take precautions to protect their animals against EEE and other mosquito-borne diseases, according to Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory experts. (Courtney Sacco/Texas A&M AgriLife)Equine owners advised to act against EEE
Texas A&M AgriLife veterinarian recommends vaccinations to protect horses from mosquito-borne disease by Adam Russell A Texas... -
Katelyn Collins accepts the $30,000 National Day of the Cowgirl scholarship from Durango® Boots.DURANGO® BOOTS AWARDS INAUGURAL $30,000 SCHOLARSHIP IN HONOR OF ‘NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWGIRL’
Scholarship Recipient Katelyn Collins is an Undergraduate Equine Science Student at Texas Tech, Collegiate Rodeo... -
Attention All Non-Profit Equine Related Organizations
TRIPLE CROWN® CARES PROGRAM When your 501c3 organization becomes a member of Triple Crown Nutrition’s... -
Utah Resident Claims Victory and $50,000 Prize in Inaugural Mustang Challenge presented by Western Horseman and Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and Burro Program
South Point Arena, Las Vegas, NV. – July 11-13, 2024 Avon, UT – July 13,... -
USDA Amends Enforcement of the Horse Protection Act
Why the USDA’s Amendment of the Horse Protection Act (HPA) Regulation Enforcement Matters to You... -
DURANGO® BOOTS AND THE PRCA HOST SWEEPSTAKES LEADING UP TO 2024 NFR
What: Durango® Boots and the PRCA are hosting an NFR Flyaway Sweepstakes during July and... -
Colleen Johnson, PAS. Photo by All Smiles PhotographyTrainer’s Profile: Johnson Equine Market
Helping Riders of All Ages and Levels Name: Colleen Johnson of Johnson Equine Market Location:... -
Preventing Dehydration in the Horse
With exercise, the body temperature rises. This heat must be dissipated, or the horse will... -
Mustang Challenge – Sponsored by Schaefer Outfitter
Mustang Challenge / South Point Arena, Las Vegas, NV, July 11-13, 2024 – the richest... -
IEA AND EQ PRO ANNOUNCE 2024 SUMMER CAMP EQUESTRIAN SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) announces the winners... -
IGNITE’s Rehab Rounds to feature Northwest Equine Experts
June 24, 2024. New York, NY – Rehab Rounds are one of IGNITE’s most popular... -
Benefit Auction for Brant and Priest Barn Fire Relief
Nearly 600 items have been generously donated to an Internet Auction to offer support to... -
New Wild Horse Adoptions Report Overlooks Impact of Federal Cash Incentive Program
American Wild Horse Conservation Criticizes PERC’s Analysis of BLM Adoption Incentive Initiative Program, Urges Vet... -
Local Youth Win Tough-Fought State Championship
Fort Collins, Colo. – The Boulder County 4-H Youth Horse Judging Team earned the privilege... -
Mustang Challenge – Presented by Western Horseman Magazine
Mustang Challenge / South Point Arena, Las Vegas, NV, July 11-13, 2024 – the richest... -
14463 Cherry St. Brighton, CO 8060214463 Cherry St, Brighton, CO 80602 – Ag Property Close to Denver!
Rare opportunity to own your own ag property nestled close to Denver awaits! This tranquil... -
Take a Free Lesson at the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch With Your Horse
We’re looking for several horsemen to come to the ranch in July to take personalized... -
Photo Credit American Wild Horse ConservationTour of Federal Holding Facility Raises Alarm Over Welfare of Captured Wild Horses
(Warning: Graphic Images) RENO, NEV. (May 20, 2024) – On May 16th, representatives from the... -
United States Pony Clubs Becomes the 23rd Recipient of the Prestigious Equine Industry Vision Award
The United States Pony Clubs (USPC) was named and honored as the 2024 Equine Industry... -
Diamond-McNabb Ranch Horse Sale Announces 16th Annual Sale Schedule and Preview Day May 31st
DOUGLAS, Wyo. (May 21, 2024) – The Diamond-McNabb Ranch Horse Sale has announced its 16th annual sale will... -
Testing is an important part of a recovery plan from a Strangles outbreak. Photo Credit: CanvaTesting 1-2-3 – Strangles Research
Strangles, the highly contagious upper respiratory disease caused by the bacterium, Streptococcus equi (S. equi) has been...