Imagine backing your horse into the roping box on a warm July evening in Cheyenne, Wyo., just like rodeo cowboys have been doing for 122 years. You nod your head, ride hard to the calf, rope it and stop your horse right there in the iconic arena dirt. You hear the crowd go wild.
ALBERT LEA, Minn. – Driving down Broadway Avenue through downtown Albert Lea, past the antique shops, cafes and town banks, it is hard to realize that in a few more miles lies a sprawling horse farm. This farm is complete with plenty of outdoor pens, indoor stalls and a heated, indoor arena.
MADISON, Wis. – A record 61,000 horse enthusiasts, owners and others attended the Midwest Horse Fair at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison last weekend.
A horse with equine herpesvirus myeloencaphalopathy (EHM) was identified in Scott County on February 6, 2015. As a result, the Board of Animal Health EHM control plan was implemented.
DANVERS, Minn. – Few experiences are more exciting at Christmas than a horse-drawn wagon or sleigh ride.
These programs are funded from the proceeds of the Minnesota Horse Expo.
At a time when current off-range holding facilities are nearing capacity limits, the Bureau of Land Management is soliciting bids for new long-term pasture facilities that provide a free-roaming environment for wild horses. The BLM is also soliciting bids for multiple short-term facilities i…
Newark, OH, June 22, 2014 --(PR.com)-- A bright light in the Trakehner community has gone out. David Beattie of KD Trakehners in Watertown, Wis., has passed away after a lengthy illness that began with a stroke more than two years ago. He was 78.
North Dakota State University and the Riding on Angels’ Wings (ROAW) therapeutic horseback riding program will co-host a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) registered instructor certification July 19-20.
March 25, 2014 -- There have been reports from equine practitioners in parts of eastern MN and western WI of horses with acute neurologic signs.
Horse owners should get their animals tested for equine infectious anemia (EIA).
SALMON, IDAHO - To get to the arena, Sally, a novice rider on a new horse, had to pass by a truck and trailer parked right next to the in-gate. Just as she approached the truck, a dog jumped from under it and started barking. Startled, her horse spun around and took off. Everyone could hear …
SALMON, IDAHO - Lot #91 was a lucky number for consignors, Dan and Becky Miller of Rigby, ID as their nine year-old, AQHA registered gelding, Legends Blue Dancer, was the high-selling horse at the 41st annual Salmon Select Horse Sale held April 13th at the Lemhi County Fairgrounds in Salmon,…
SALMON, IDAHO - In celebration of the Idaho Horse Expo's 27th anniversary, this year's theme will be "Our Stars," with a majority of the activities spotlighting the talents of regional clinicians as well as local youth and organizations during their three day event scheduled for April 19th -…
Gooding Pro Rodeo has selected Hali Stutzman of Twin Falls, Idaho to be their Rodeo Ambassador for 2013.
SALMON, IDAHO -The Salmon Select Horse and Mule Sales are more than just equine sales, for many it's like a giant family reunion as consigners and buyers from numerous western states gather with local residents for four days of socializing, equine trading, competitions and friendship. Celebr…
Though many folks only see each other for a few days each year during the Salmon Select Sales, strong friendships have been made, thus creating a SSS family. Through the years, the SSS family has shared in various births, deaths, joys and sorrows. During the event and in the sale catalog, th…
BUTTE MONT. - In an effort to relieve tension, Bureau and Land Management officials met with a neighboring landowner to the Spanish Q Ranch outside of Ennis, where the transfer of 700 wild horses has recently begun.
ELKO - Facing a horse holding predicament, the Bureau of Land Management will soon find itself with an abundance of animals running on allotted rangeland and long-term holding facilities crammed to capacity.
ELKO - Facing a horse holding predicament, the Bureau of Land Management will soon find itself with an abundance of animals running on allotted rangeland and long-term holding facilities crammed to capacity.
Casper Star-Tribune CASPER - After a five-month lull, two more incidents of horse hair thievery were reported in Natrona County last weekend.
SALMON, Idaho - The days are getting longer, the snow's melting and pastures are starting to turn green. Spring's finally here and it's time to start the yearly tradition of spring cleaning the stable area.
ENNIS, MONT. - The Bureau of Land Management is proceeding with a plan to move 700 wild horses to the Spanish Q Ranch northwest of Ennis, with the first truckloads of horses due to arrive as early as next week - despite the fact that pending appeals have yet to be ruled on by the Interior Bo…
When horse owners think about providing for their horse's needs, dental care probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind. However, equine dental problems can lead to unacceptable behavior, oral abscess and even nutritional issues.
SALMON, Idaho - You see them everywhere, at the tack shop, in the feed store and even on the trail. Today the handy cell phone has become as much a part of an equestrian's wardrobe as his boots or safety helmet. But, unless you take the time to properly introduce the phone to your horse, you…
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