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  • Alfalfa Cubes Cause Disease in Horses
    Colorado Horse News,  Facility Management,  Horse Care,  Horse Health,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

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

    December 18, 2022 / No Comments

    BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — State and federal officials are warning horse owners not to feed their animals Top of the Rockies brand alfalfa cubes after nearly 100 horses developed neurologic illnesses — 45 of which have died or been euthanized. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued the warning Saturday. The agency said it’s working with state agriculture departments in Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico and Texas to investigate the horse deaths. Manzanola Feeds of Manzanola, Colorado, recalled the cubes Friday. The company warns that certain batches may contain bacteria that cause botulism, a fatal paralytic disease. The FDA said more testing is ongoing to confirm the causes of reported illnesses. The company…

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

    August 19, 2019
    Vesicular Stomatitis - VS in Colorado

    VS (Vesicular Stomatitis) and Your Horse

    July 27, 2015
  • Horse Riding Helmet Ratings and Stats
    Horse Ownership in Colorado,  Horse Tack,  Product Reviews,  Tack Collections

    Virginia Tech 2022 Equestrian Helmet Ratings

    December 7, 2022 / No Comments

    Virginia Tech has put together a great resource for equestrians everywhere! These ratings can help you understand how protected you are in your current helmet, and help you decide what helmet to buy in the future! With sponsorship from Jacqueline Mars, USHJA, USEF, USEA, we have rated a total of 40 equestrian helmets using the STAR evaluation system. Our impact tests evaluate a helmet’s ability to reduce linear and rotational acceleration of the head from a range of head impacts a rider might experience. Helmets with more stars provide a reduction in concussion risk for these impacts compared to helmets with fewer stars. Click here to see the full list of helmets…

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    January 25, 2017

    Horse.com is having a HUGE Warehouse Sale!

    March 9, 2018
    Black Friday Deals for Equestrians

    Black Friday for Equestrians – 2019

    November 29, 2019
  • 2023 Parade Grand Marshal, Temple Grandin
    Colorado Horse Events,  Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    National Western Stock Show Announces Dr. Temple Grandin as 2023 Parade Grand Marshal

    December 6, 2022 / No Comments

    Denver, CO.  – The National Western Stock Show is excited to announce renowned author, speaker, and professor of Animal Science, Dr. Temple Grandin, as Grand Marshal for the 2023 Stock Show Kick-Off Parade, presented by Arrow Electronics.   On Thursday, January 5, Dr. Temple Grandin will lead the traditional drive of Longhorn cattle, horses, and western wagons through the streets of downtown Denver to celebrate the start of the 117th National Western Stock Show. The parade begins at noon outside Union Station and marches twelve blocks down 17th Street to Glenarm Place.   “It is a great honor to have a legend, visionary and dedicated animal scientist like Dr. Grandin kicking off our…

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    Horse Riding Helmet Ratings and Stats

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    December 7, 2022
    Why is my Horses Urine Red

    Why is my Horse’s Urine Red?

    December 16, 2020
  • HOLIDAY TREE PERMITS AVAILABLE IN COLORADO NOW FOR BLM LANDS
    Facility Management,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Holiday Tree Permits Available for BLM Land

    December 6, 2022 / No Comments

    If you are looking for a Christmas or Holiday tree for your farm or ranch, consider cutting your own tree from BLM lands! CAÑON CITY, Colo. – This holiday season, permits are available for cutting trees on Bureau of Land Management public lands in the San Luis Valley and Royal Gorge field offices through Dec. 24, 2022. Permits may now be purchased online for either office, and maps of permissible cutting areas are available for those who wish to plan their trip in advance. Interactive BLM Colorado forest product harvest map:https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/29ee86323b784c7b81734c516ddb54e9/ San Luis ValleyPermits may be purchased for $10 per tree at the BLM field office in Monte Vista, Monday through…

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    Meet the Colorado Horsecare Foodbank & Come Support the Cause at a fun & amazing event!

    October 5, 2016
    Compounding Drugs for my Horse

    What is Compounding Medication for my Horse and Should I Do It?

    March 22, 2016
    GRASS SEEDING FOR SMALL ACREAGE PROPERTY

    Grass Seeding for Small Acreage Property

    July 29, 2020
  • Tips to beat the wind in Colorado for Horse and Equine Owners
    Facility Management,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Tips to Beat the Wind in Colorado for Horse and Equine Owners

    December 2, 2022 / No Comments

    If you have been in Colorado for a little while, you will surely have experienced one of our *delightful* windy days. Gusts up to 100mph at times. This poses some problems for us horse, equine, and livestock owners. Here are just a few ways to make life easier in these extreme wind events.

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    Helping Horses when there is Wild Fire Air Pollution

    August 14, 2020
    Group Vet Appointment

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    March 18, 2016

    Equestrian Myths: Goosenecks and 5th Wheels are NOT the same thing!

    December 6, 2017
  • Horse Ownership in Colorado,  Travel

    Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides in Colorado

    December 1, 2022 / No Comments

    Are you looking for a little horsey family fun this winter? Consider one of our local Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides. Get comfy under a blanket, enjoy some scenery, and some history! Here are just a few of the options in our lovely state, be sure to tell them you saw them on the Colorado Horse Forum! If you have a sleigh ride company and are not on this list, use the chat icon to send us your info!

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    Wildfire Resources – Evacuation and More

    October 22, 2020
    PortaGrazer in Colorado

    Product Review: Porta-Grazer™

    January 15, 2019
    Horse Lease Do's and Don'ts

    Horse Lease Do’s and Don’ts

    March 16, 2016
  • Colorado Horse News,  Horse Health,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Colorado Equine Health Alert: Strangles

    November 28, 2022 / No Comments

    A horse was confirmed positive for Strangles (Streptococcus equi spp equi) on November 24, 2022 in Douglas County, CO. For more information, go to: Strangles factsheet. Location: Douglas CountySource: Attending VeterinarianNumber Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: UnknownNumber Exposed: UnknownFacility Type: Boarding Facility

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    November 11, 2017
  • Grants Available to Youth, Young Adults, Adult Amateurs, and Professionals
    Horse Ownership in Colorado

    Grants Available to Youth, Young Adults, Adult Amateurs, and Professionals through The Dressage Foundation

    November 3, 2022 / No Comments

    The Dressage Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization, whose mission is to cultivate and provide financial support for the advancement of dressage in the United States. They offer a wide range of grants and programs to meet the needs of dressage enthusiasts across the board. Some of those grants include: Click here for more details: https://www.dressagefoundation.org/grants-and-programs/apply/grants-and-programs.html They can provide these grants through donations, learn more about donating here: https://www.dressagefoundation.org/support/

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    July 21, 2017
    Major Denver and Colorado Weather Event with Frostbite Warning for Horses and Equines

    Tips for Taking care of your Horses and Equines with -50°F Temperatures

    December 19, 2022
  • Wild Horse Adoption Event in Grand Junction
    Colorado Horse News,  Horse Ownership in Colorado

    BLM Piceance-East Douglas Wild Horse Adoption Event in Grand Junction

    November 2, 2022 / No Comments

    Grand Junction, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold a wild horse adoption event on Nov. 4 – 5, offering approximately 60 wild horses gathered from the Piceance-East Douglas Herd Management Area (HMA). “Our partners at the Piceance Mustangs have been invaluable at helping manage wild horses and burros and helping with adoptions,” said Tyrell Turner, Northwest District Wild Horse & Burro Specialist. “We are excited to hold this event in collaboration with our partners and to put horses into good homes.” The adoption will be held at the Mesa County Fairgrounds, 2785 U.S. Highway 50 in Grand Junction. Bidders must be present during the silent auction on Nov.…

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    December 6, 2017

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    January 25, 2019
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    30 Animals Including 26 Horses were Seized from Fremont County Property

    October 27, 2022 / No Comments

    From the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO): On October 25th, 2022, Deputies with the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office assisted by the Colorado Humane Society, the Denver Dumb Animals league, The Colorado Department of Agriculture, Code 3 Associates, and the state brand inspector executed a search warrant in the seizure of 26 horses, 1 dog, 1 pot belly pig and two exotic birds from a property in the 500 block of 1st Street in Penrose, Colorado.  This seizure was made after a report of animal neglect/abuse was made to the Colorado Humane/Denver Dumb Friends League.  Based on the recommendation of two on-scene veterinarians, the pot-belly pig was euthanized at a local facility. …

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    March 22, 2022
    Finding the Right Shelter for your Horse

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