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  • Horse Being Drug in Grand County
    Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Local News: Horse Dragged by Truck

    November 25, 2019 / No Comments

    You may have seen the video floating around social media of the couple that tied their horse to their pickup truck and literally dragged it down the road while it fought and struggled. We are happy to report that the Grand County Sherriff is investigating the situation.

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    Tips and Tricks when Switching your Horse's Hay.

    Tips and Tricks when Switching your Horse’s Hay.

    October 24, 2018
    Finding the Right Shelter for your Horse

    Finding the Right Shelter for your Horses

    February 12, 2020
  • VSV Updates for Colorado
    Colorado Horse News,  Horse Health,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    VSV (Vesicular Stomatitis) Confirmed in Colorado

    September 24, 2019 / No Comments

    Colorado has become the third state in the country to have a confirmed case of vesicular stomatitis (VSV).  Follow the Colorado State Department of Agriculture for updates. We will also be updating this page regularly. If you suspect your horse has VS or shows any sores similar to VS, call your vet and do not transport your horse anywhere.

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    October 14, 2022
    ANIMAL CRUELTY IN WELD COUNTY COLORADO

    Animal Cruelty in Weld County

    July 1, 2020

    Tragedy Hits in Colorado

    May 8, 2017
  • Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    USEF Office Closed and All USEF Resources Unavailable August 30 to September 3

    August 19, 2019 / No Comments

    US Equestrian (USEF) is moving! From Friday, August 30, to Tuesday, September 3, the USEF office will be closed while we move to our new building within the Kentucky Horse Park. During this time, USEF’s online tools and services, including the website, Customer Care Center, horse and member records, fax, and email, will be unavailable. We recommend avoiding any digital communication with USEF (phone calls, email, faxing, etc.) throughout the duration of the move.

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    Equestrian Safety Program with Helmet Fitting in Parker, CO

    May 26, 2016
    Combined Driving

    What is Combined Driving?

    February 23, 2017

    Jeans is Always Trendy

    March 20, 2017
  • Crosswalk Button for Horseback Riders
    Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Fort Collins installs a Horseback Rider Height Crosswalk Button

    August 8, 2019 / No Comments

    Fort Collins city staff partnered with Larimer County Government to install a City & County first at the Poudre Trail crossing at Taft Hill: an equestrian button! Horseback riders can now activate the flashing beacons for crossing without dismounting.

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    February 15, 2018
    Colorado Equestrian Survey for 2023

    Colorado Equestrian Survey for 2023

    December 30, 2022
    The Wild Animal Sanctuary Acquires 22,450 Acres of Land for Newly Formed Wild Horse Refuge Property

    The Wild Animal Sanctuary Acquires 22,450 Acres of Land for Newly Formed Wild Horse Refuge Property

    February 1, 2023
  • Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Evacuation Training for Colorado Horse Owners & Volunteers

    April 15, 2019 / No Comments

    On Tuesday, April 23rd, Douglas Elbert County Horse Council will be hosting a Barn Manager and Volunteer refresher training for all who have volunteered to help during an evacuation.  In order to have things run smoothly during a very high-stress situation, it is important to attend.  This meeting should not take very long.

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    Trainer/Coach abuse of Young Riders

    May 29, 2018

    White and Grey Tack Set

    September 2, 2016
    Hands in Horses

    Hands in Horses

    May 1, 2017
  • March Snowstorm in Colorado
    Colorado Horse News,  Horse Care,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Are You Ready for Tomorrow’s Snow Storm?

    March 12, 2019 / No Comments

    In case you haven’t heard yet, there is a big snow storm coming tomorrow. All the news channels are covering it. If you want to see your weather forecast, check it out here. In many areas, the rain will start tonight and will slowly turn into snow with snow continuing into Thursday. This storm will also be accompanied by very strong winds.

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    USA Reining

    What is Reining?

    February 10, 2017
    Coronavirus in Colorado

    Equine Enteric Coronavirus in Colorado

    March 7, 2016

    USEF Submits Comment on USDA’s Proposed Amendments to Horse Protection Regulations

    October 18, 2016
  • Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    The Colorado Animal Health Laboratory is Moving

    March 7, 2019 / No Comments

    The Colorado State Animal Health Laboratory is moving April 1. They will not be shutting down during their move. But please keep in mind this move when you are sending samples, to ensure they get to the correct address. If you are worried about a delay in processing due to delivery to the wrong address or anything else for your coggins test, clients are welcome to drop off samples at the new lab starting April 1st.

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    Making ‘true’ equine IVF a reproducible success

    October 19, 2022
    The Wild Animal Sanctuary Acquires 22,450 Acres of Land for Newly Formed Wild Horse Refuge Property

    The Wild Animal Sanctuary Acquires 22,450 Acres of Land for Newly Formed Wild Horse Refuge Property

    February 1, 2023

    USEF Office Closed and All USEF Resources Unavailable August 30 to September 3

    August 19, 2019
  • Mountain Lion Attack in Colorado
    Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Information on the Mountain Lion Attack at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space

    February 6, 2019 / No Comments

    You may have heard about the mountain lion attack here in Colorado recently. We wanted to share the information with you so you can be informed. On Monday, Feb. 4 at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space a trail runner was attacked by a juvenile mountain lion. The victim was able to defend himself from the attack, resulting in the death of the mountain lion (by suffocation). The runner was then able to leave the open space property and get himself to a local hospital.

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    July 19, 2019

    What does the Stay-at-Home Order Mean for Me and my Horse?

    March 25, 2020
    Horse Lease Do's and Don'ts

    Horse Lease Do’s and Don’ts

    March 16, 2016
  • Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act
    Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    The PAST Act has been reintroduced in the new Congress

    January 23, 2019 / No Comments

    Good News! The Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act has been reintroduced as H.R. 693 by Reps. Kurt Schrader (D-OR), Ted Yoho (R-FL), Steve Cohen (D-TN), Ron Estes (R-KS), Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), and Chris Collins (R-NY)!

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    Horse Riding Helmet Ratings and Stats

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    December 7, 2022
    Alfalfa Cubes Cause Disease in Horses

    USDA warning: Colorado firm’s alfalfa cubes may kill horses

    December 18, 2022
    Thefts in Local Barns

    Thefts in Local Barns

    November 27, 2019
  • CSU Extension - Resource for Colorado Horse Owners
    Colorado Horse News,  Facility Management,  Horse Care,  Horse Health,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    CSU Extention – Tool for Colorado Horse Owners

    January 21, 2019 / No Comments

    If you are a horse (or livestock, or land) owner in Colorado, you want to know about the CSU Extension! The Extension is dedicated to serving current and future needs of Coloradans by providing educational information and programs that safeguard health, increase livelihood, and enhance well being.

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    August 30, 2016
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