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Source: LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital and LA Department of Agriculture Confirmed Case: Outbreak Update Number Suspected: 30 Comments: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in cooperation with state departments of agriculture in Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Texas, is investigating cases of illness and death in horses. The FDA is cautioning …
By Jackie Zions, for Equine Guelph (Photo Caption: “Antibiotics can interfere with the natural bacteria found in a horse’s gut, making it harder to properly digest food and causing other digestive unrest.”) Stay Up-to-Date on the Best Practices to Protect Your Horse’s Health The thinking on how we use antibiotics …
I Never Thought I’d Find the Right Horse Again As I’m writing this, today was our first trail ride. My new horse, Hersheys Chocolate Chip (Chip), was quite a find. Riding through the trails at Homestead Park was so enjoyable. Chip was quiet, eager, and a joy to ride. I …
By Van Hargis Trafalgar Square Books announces the release of The Horse Is My Teacher by Van Hargis, an engaging collection of stories from a rural working life. Hargis grew up in the saddle on an East Texas ranch, training his first horse at age 12, then making a living starting cutting and …
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 …
(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 …
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 …
By Jessica Pancost Consider These Three Elements for Every Ride One hot-button topic I’ve seen in the horse industry lately is the mindset you bring to the table training horses. As a trainer myself, I’d like to explore three particular subcategories of my own personal mindset I bring to the …
This Young Jumper Has Set Goals That Will Take Her Far What is your name and age? Anna DeVries. I’m 12 years old. How long have you been involved with horses? I’ve been involved with horses since I was 2 years old. What’s the hardest part about owning or caring …
(Photo Caption: EquestriSafe provides many options to provide contact information in the event you and your horse become separated, whether in an emergency evacuation or out on the trail.) Be Sure Your Horses Are Identifiable in an Emergency. Necessity is the mother of invention, and this holds true for EquestriSafe. …
