If you’re a rider or a breeder of Hanoverian and Rhineland horses—or want to be, join a well-respected organization that provides breeding expertise, horse management education, marketing assistance, networking opportunities, plus rewards excellence in breeding
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by Ann Daum Westfalen horses and ponies are well known all over the world, with famous stallions such as Florestan I, Pilot and Cornet Obolensky, and superstars in sport like Damon Hill and Comme il
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Dutch Warmbloods, or as the registry in the Netherlands is known, Koninklijk Warmbloed Paardenstamboek Nederland (KWPN), boast high performance in dressage, show jumping, eventing, hunters, combined driving and fine harness. Riders looking to make it
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by Bruce. W. Christensen, DVM, MS Certain conditions will put a broodmare’s pregnancy at high risk of failure, either through abortion, stillbirth, or premature delivery. Owners of broodmares should be aware of warning signs that
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courtesy of AAEP Castration is a surgical procedure performed by a veterinarian that is defined as the removal of the testicles of a male horse. The procedure can be accomplished through sedation and local anesthesia
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courtesy of Oklahoma State University During a mare’s pregnancy, moderate exercise such as vigorous walking or riding will help control her weight and maintain muscle tone and strength needed for the last two months of pregnancy.
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provided by Summerwind Marchadors Mangalarga Marchadors are prized around the world for their wonderful fast and smooth gaiting ability. For long rides and for trail, they are my breed of choice. However, here at Summerwind
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photos: Terri Miller Photography Joan Hernandez, owner of Friesian Focus in Murrieta, invites horse lovers to come experience the best Friesian breeding stock in Southern California. This year’s event will include a special exhibition by
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You can find out more about their sires online in our February Stallion issue.
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by Atwood C. Asbury, DVM, DACT • courtesy of AAEP The mare from which you have always wanted to raise a foal has just been pronounced pregnant by your veterinarian. Now you just have to
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