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Outbreak Alerts: November 19, 2024 – West Nile Virus – Coal County, OK

November 20, 2024 by Equine Disease Communication Center

Source: State Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: UnknownNumber Euthanized: 1Facility Type: Farm Horse 1: Age: 7Gender: MareBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Usage: BreedingOnset of Clinical Signs: 10/18/2024Clinical Signs: Lateral recumbency and unable to rise, stiff in hind limbsConfirmation Date: 11/14/2024Horse Status: EuthanizedVaccination Status: Unvaccinated For more information about West Nile Virus go to: WNV factsheet. See past published Outbreak Alerts: www.coloradohorsesource.com/category/news/alerts Equine …

70 Years Strong: The United States Pony Clubs’ Impact on the Horse World

November 14, 2024November 13, 2024 by Press

October 31, 2024 (Lexington, KY) — Over the past seven decades, the United States Pony Clubs (USPC) has served more than 175,000 members and counting. For many, Pony Club is the start of lifelong involvement with horses. But the impact of USPC extends far beyond the barn. In addition to horse …

‘The Road to Casper’ celebrates the grit of two Texas A&M Rodeo Team stars

November 12, 2024 by Press

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)

Three-part video series, created by Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications, premieres Oct. 28 by Mamie Hertel “The Road to Casper” is a captivating three-part video series that follows the inspiring story of two Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences students, Madalyn Richards ’25 and Gavin French ’25, on their journey to …

Colorado Youth Compete at National Horse Judging Competition

November 11, 2024 by Press

Colorado members and coaches representing CAHC/Region VIII and Colorado 4-H

Almost 100 youth from across the country competed at the U.S. Arabian & Half-Arabian National Championship Youth Judging Contest in Tulsa, Okla. with 20 representing Colorado organizations. The Colorado Arabian Horse Club (CAHC)/Region VIII Arabian Horse Association junior team were first in the halter division, third in performance and first …

Spectacular Mane Event at the Ranch!

November 9, 2024 by Press

We’re filled with joy after another spectacular Mane Event at the Ranch! Thanks to our incredible donors and dedicated volunteers, we are honored to report that this year’s Mane Event (held Sept 21, 2024) raised record-level funds. These vital contributions will provide essential care for the Colorado Horse Rescue herd, …

Vista Verde Guest Ranch Flash Sale: December 15-20!

November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 by Press

Original Photo Credit Jad Davenport

Hello from Vista Verde Ranch After a long and warm fall season up here at around 8,000 feet, we just had our first snowfall but the aspens are still holding onto their golden leaves. It’s truly magical. As we get into the rhythms of fall, typically, we would bid farewell …

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November 8, 2024 by Karen Pickering

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Outbreak Alerts: November 01, 2024 – Equine Herpesvirus- Respiratory – Laramie County, WY

November 4, 2024 by Equine Disease Communication Center

Source: Attending Veterinarian Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: UnknownNumber Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private Facility See past published Outbreak Alerts: www.coloradohorsesource.com/category/news/alerts Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates on current disease outbreaks are listed on our EDCC website as they occur and will include the date listed, disease name, location and current …

Outbreak Alerts: October 31, 2024 – West Nile Virus – Prowers County, CO

October 31, 2024 by Equine Disease Communication Center

Source: State Veterinarian’s Office Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Private Facility Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: 1Number Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Stable Horse 1: Age: 18Gender: StallionBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Usage: Horse ShowOnset of Clinical Signs: 10/17/2024Clinical Signs: Weakness AtaxiaHorse Status: Affected And AliveVaccination Status: Status Unknown For more information about West Nile Virus go to: WNV factsheet. See past published Outbreak …

Prevention Is Better Than Cure

October 28, 2024 by Press

For a limited time, receive a free digital download of Clinton’s Hobbling and Leg Restraints Series Prevention is better than cure. That’s Clinton’s belief when it comes to hobble-training horses. You’re better off teaching your horse not to panic when his feet are restricted than waiting for an accident to happen. …