Stay informed about the latest developments in the Colorado equestrian world through our blog articles, where we cover crucial horse-related news, ranging from legislative changes affecting horse owners to updates on health and safety guidelines for equine activities in the state. Explore our insightful content to stay abreast of important issues impacting the horse community in Colorado and make well-informed decisions for the well-being of your equine companions.
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EIA (Equine Infectious Anemia) – EIA Positive Horse in Colorado
Read more: EIA (Equine Infectious Anemia) – EIA Positive Horse in ColoradoFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 8, 2017 Contacts: Christi Lightcap, (303) 869-9005, Christi.Lightcap@state.co.us Dr. Keith Roehr, (303) 869-9130, Keith.Roehr@state.co.us EIA-Positive Horse Identified In Colorado BROOMFIELD, Colo. – On May 4, 2017, the Colorado Department of Agriculture, State Veterinarian’s Office, was notified by the US Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) that a Weld County…
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Are there any current disease outbreaks in Colorado? The short answer is YES.
Read more: Are there any current disease outbreaks in Colorado? The short answer is YES.There have been a LOT of posts floating around the interwebs about strangles and disease outbreaks in Colorado. Heritage Equine from Parker, Colorado and the Equine Disease Communication Center have confirmed this to be true.
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Colorado Horse Seizure Case
Read more: Colorado Horse Seizure CaseDozens of horses were seized from a property in Penrose during an animal cruelty investigation. In regards to this Colorado Horse Seizure: On Monday, the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office announced the horse owner, 42-year-old Penny Gingerich, was charged with 64 counts of cruelty to animals, a misdemeanor. Gingerich has also been summoned to court.
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Colorado Horse News, Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership in Colorado, Horse Training & ShowingUSEF Submits Comment on USDA’s Proposed Amendments to Horse Protection Regulations
Read more: USEF Submits Comment on USDA’s Proposed Amendments to Horse Protection RegulationsThe United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has submitted a comment in response to the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) proposed amendments to the regulations that implement the Horse Protection Act. In its comment, the USEF seeks to partner with the USDA in the eradication of soring in equestrian sport. The USEF commends the USDA…
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Meet the Colorado Horsecare Foodbank & Come Support the Cause at a fun & amazing event!
Read more: Meet the Colorado Horsecare Foodbank & Come Support the Cause at a fun & amazing event!Colorado Horsecare Foodbank (www.HorseFoodBank.org) provides temporary grants of emergency hay, grain, and veterinary & hoof care, for Colorado horses when their owners are unable to keep their horses fed, or provide veterinary care and horse-shoeing, due to natural disasters, job loss, divorce, catastrophic medical expenses, and other difficult life circumstances. Colorado Horsecare Foodbank’s mission is to keep Colorado horses safe…
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Julie Goodnight and Barbra Schulte Partner Up for Women’s Riding and Wholeness Retreat at C Lazy U Ranch
Read more: Julie Goodnight and Barbra Schulte Partner Up for Women’s Riding and Wholeness Retreat at C Lazy U Ranch**This article is a sponsored post by Julie Goodnight*** SALIDA, Colorado, September 30, 2016—For the first time ever, horsemanship clinician Julie Goodnight and renowned cutting horse trainer Barbra Schulte team up to present their Women’s Riding and Wholeness Retreat at Granby, Colorado’s C Lazy U Ranch April 27 to May 1, 2017. This riding and self-empowerment workshop…
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Tails Getting Cut Off in Golden Area
Read more: Tails Getting Cut Off in Golden AreaWe have heard of the unfortunate news that tail cutters are at it again – specifically in the Golden, CO area. From what we have heard, the attacks are happening at random and during the night.
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Colorado Skijoring Accidents end up in Tragedy
Read more: Colorado Skijoring Accidents end up in TragedyColorado Skijoring is a sport that involves a horse and rider galloping while pulling another person on skis through obstacles on snow.
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Equine Enteric Coronavirus in Colorado
Read more: Equine Enteric Coronavirus in ColoradoUnfortunately, many barns have been hit with the Coronavirus in Colorado this year. It is a disease that many have not heard of, but can be very serious. In an effort to provide you with the most accurate information, we did some research via Cornell and you will find that information below.
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Mountain Lion Sighting in NW Elbert County Colorado
Read more: Mountain Lion Sighting in NW Elbert County ColoradoFrom our friends at the Elbert County Sheriff Office, we have learned of a mountain lion sighting in North West Elbert County. Although Mountain Lions won’t typically attack your horses, please be aware if you are in the area and take necessary precautions.
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Una moved to Colorado in 2007 and started the Colorado Horse Forum as a way to meet other equestrians in the area. Una now rides and competes in dressage. She operates a small dressage horse breeding program in Castle Rock.
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