Horse & Rider Magazine 2009 Articles Index

In 2009, Horse & Rider magazine was plush with articles to help you in every aspect of your horse life. Use this index to find the specific topic or article you're looking for in your Horse & Rider collection.

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Department Key: (PP) Practice Pen, (YHYL) Your Horse Your Life, (YSI!) You Said It!, (YS) Your Stories, (Whole Horse Q&A) WH Q&A

Al Dunning’s How’s My Riding?
“Make Good Better,” PP, Jan., pg. 34
“Prepare to Ride Well,” PP, Feb., pg. 32
“Watch Those Details,” PP, Mar., pg. 45
“Close to Perfect,” PP, Apr., pg. 32
“Effective Riding,” PP, May, pg. 46
“Almost Ready to Show,” PP, June, pg. 44
“Reining Polish,” PP, July, pg. 30
“Hand/Leg Coordination,” PP, Aug., pg. 30
“A Better Back-Up,” PP, Sept., pg. 32
“Fix Gear Flaws,” PP, Oct., pg. 32
“Prepping for Perfection,” PP, Nov., pg. 26
“Form to Function,” PP, Dec., pg. 32

Ask Team Horse & Rider
“First-Impression Lesson,” (Andrea Simons, horsemanship), Jan., pg. 68
“Back in the Game,” (Sherri Cervi, barrel conditioning), Feb., pg. 78
“When to Move On…,” (Stacy Westfall, when to sell), Mar., pg. 78
“A Good Addition,” (welcome Julie Goodnight), Apr., pg. 68
“Quieting a Jigger,” (Julie Goodnight), Apr., pg. 70
“Showing on a Shoestring,” (Robin Gollehonn), May, pg. 83
“Cattle 101,” (Al Dunning, evaluating cattle), June, pg. 77
“Beating Show Nerves,” (Carol Metcalf), July, pg. 70
“Wealing Preschool,” (Robin Gollehon), Aug., pg. 70
“Arabians for Western,” (Gordon Potts), Sept., pg. 78
“Your Dog, at Shows,” (Charlie Cole), Oct., pg. 68
“Listen to Your Horse,” (Lynn Palm), Nov., pg. 64
“Help for No-Go Solo,” (Julie Goodnight), Dec., pg. 64

Barns, Property Maintenance
“To Do This Month: Watch for Ice,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 19
“Frugal Fix-Ups,” Jan., pg. 52
“60-Second Solutions,” (stall manure), YHYL, Feb., pg. 20
“To Do This Month: Check All Fence Lines,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 24
“To Do This Month: Pastures, Tackroom, Blankets,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 20
“To Do This Month: Line Up Horsesitter,” YHYL, May, pg. 26
“Rancho Re-Do,” Barn Tour, May, pg. 66
“To Do This Month: Mow Pasture Weeds,” YHYL, June, pg. 24
“To Do This Month: Maintain Arena Footing,” YHYL, July, pg. 24
“How Much Tractor?,” YHYL, July, pg. 26
“To Do This Month: Clean Water Receptacles, Create Fire Breaks,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 17
“To Do This Month: Control Pasture Weeds,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 19
“Pasture-Safety Checklist,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 22
“Heavy Metal,” (detect dangerous metal), YHYL, Oct., pg. 24
“To Do This Month: Ensure Adequate Water Supply, Stock Up On Barn Staples,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 19
“Low-Cost ‘Barn in a Box,'” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20
“Bedding Alternative,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20

Behavior
“Calming a Fearful Mare,” WH Q&A, Feb., pg. 12
“Just Rewards,” (rewarding your horse), Mar., pg. 50
“Dining on Dung,” WH Q&A, May, pg. 18
“Teeth-Scraping on Metal,” WH Q&A, June, pg. 17
“Your Horse’s Brain on Trail Rides,” June, pg. 66
“Chronic Tail-Rubber,” WH Q&A, July, pg. 17
“Help! He’s a Headshaker,” WH Q&A, Aug., pg. 11
“Feeding Frenzy,” (aggressive eater), Sept., pg. 50
“Biting, Teeth Baring,” WH Q&A, Oct., pg. 14
“Newly Spooky,” WH Q&A, Nov., pg. 12
“Listen to Your Horse,” (Lynn Palm, reading body language), Ask Team H&R, Nov., pg. 64
“Mane-Pulling Gelding,” WH Q&A, Dec., pg. 12

Breed & Show Associations
“A Whole New World (or Two),” (APHA World Show series), YHYL, Mar., pg. 22
“A Party and You’re Invited,” (AQHA Quarterfest), YHYL, Apr., pg. 18
“Fund Walks Away from Walking Horses,” (Kentucky Breeder’s Incentive Fund), YHYL, May, pg. 24
“Are You Experienced?,” (AQHA Regional Experience), YHYL, May, pg. 30
“The Power of Paints,” (APHA therapeutic riding fund), YHYL, June, pg. 22
“I Chose My Breed Because…,” June, pg. 54
“New I.D. Service for Thoroughbreds,” (Jockey Club), YHYL, July, pg. 22
“Trail of Cash,” (American Competitive Trail Horse Association), YHYL, Aug., pg. 16
“Wanted: Boots for Kids,” (APHA boot drive), YHYL, Aug., pg. 19
“A Wider Show Gate,” (Palomino Horse Breeders Association), YHYL, Sept., pg. 18
“Ride a Better Horse,” (American Stock Horse Association), YHYL, Oct., pg. 20
“The Magic of Morgans,” (Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show), YHYL, Oct., pg. 26
“Your Chance to Rein Supreme,” (NRHA entry-level program), YHYL, Nov., pg. 18
“Speed With Control,” (Extreme Cowboy Association), H&R Interview, Nov., pg. 54
“The Pinto Party: Y’all Come,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 18

Breeding
“Where Gray Comes From,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 19
“To Do This Month: Get Ready for Foaling,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 19
“Breeding Today,” Special Report, Feb., pg. 40
“Turning Misfortune To Opportunity,” (Clinton Anderson’s stallion, Jag), Apr., pg. 46
“To Do This Month: Make Time for Baby,” YHYL, July, pg. 24
“Texas-Bred Bucks,” (equine incentive program), YHYL, Aug., pg. 16

Buying & Selling Horses
“When to Move On…,” (Stacy Westfall, when to sell), Ask Team H&R, Mar., pg. 78
“5 Buying Myths Busted,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, June, pg. 36
“If Wishes Were Horses,” (Clinton Anderson Signature Horses), YHYL, July, pg. 26
“7 Ways to Know: Is This Horse for You?,” July, pg. 55 “Shoot to Thrill,” (equine photography), Sept., pg. 36
“Arabians for Western,” (Gordon Potts), Ask Team H&R, Sept., pg. 78
“Looking Ahead,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Oct., pg. 28
“Horse-Buying Blues,” YS, Nov., pg. 14
“Horse-Shopping Etiquette,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Dec., pg. 24

Conformation Clinic
Clay Cavinder evaluates aged Thoroughbred geldings, PP, Jan., pg. 29
Margo Ball evaluates 2-year-old cutting-bred Quarter Horse colts, PP, Feb., pg. 37
Debbie Kail evaluates 2-year-old Quarter Horse mares, PP, Mar., pg. 41
Robert Mowrey evaluates Paint Horse geldings, PP, May, pg. 35
John Pipkin evaluates aged Quarter Horse mares, PP, June, pg. 41
Clay Cavinder evaluates aged Quarter Horse geldings, PP, July, pg. 43
David Denniston evaluates aged Appendix Quarter Horse geldings, PP, Aug., pg. 33
Stephanie Lynn evaluates young Quarter Horse geldings, PP, Sept., pg. 29
Ruth Ellen evaluates aged Paint Horse mares, PP, Nov., pg. 29
Don Topliff evaluates prospective barrel-racing mares, PP, Dec., pg. 29

Economy
“Breeding Today,” Special Report, Feb., pg. 40
“Looking Ahead,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Oct., pg. 28

Education, Universities
“Turning Misfortune To Opportunity,” (Clinton Anderson’s stallion, Jag, and Texas A&M University), Apr., pg. 46
“Camp Connection,” YHYL, May, pg. 30
“Black (Stallion) Magic,” (literacy project), YHYL, June, pg. 28
“Hair Samples, Please,” (Cornell University study), YHYL, Aug., pg. 17
“Barefoot Trims for Founder-Prone?,” (Auburn University study), YHYL, Sept., pg. 19
“‘My Kingdom for a Horse!,'” (The Literary Horse), YHYL, Nov., pg. 21

Entertainment, Fun
“C’mon, Let’s Color!,” (Pony Paints), YHYL, Jan., pg. 21
“Enjoy Your Horse! (On a Budget),” Jan., pg. 37
“I Have Horses Because…,” YSI!, Jan., pg. 80
“Sacramento,” In Your Area, Feb., pg. 44
“On a Desert Island, I’d Want…,” YSI!, Feb., pg. 88
“From the Dept. of Unusual Pets,” (Charlie Cole’s tortoises), YHYL, Mar., pg. 28
“March 20: Fun Ways to Celebrate the First Day of Spring,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 28
“When Faced with a Know-It-All, I…,” YSI!, Mar., pg. 88
“Mood Booster,” (vintage sign), YHYL, Apr., pg. 24
“I Find My Energy By…,” YSI!, Apr., pg. 80
“Yard-Sale Find,” (Horseman magazine), YHYL, May, pg. 30
“Camp Connection,” YHYL, May, pg. 30
“My Horse is Just Like…,” YSI! May, pg. 96
“Word of the Month: Quidding,” YHYL, June, pg. 24
“I Love My Sweetie Because…,” YSI!, June, pg. 88
“Are You Horse-Lingual?,” (horse words in foreign languages), YHYL, July, pg. 28
“The Rider’s Life List,” July, pg. 46
“My Worst Horse Purchase Ever Was…,” YSI!, July, pg. 80
“I Found My Courage By…,” YSI!, Aug., pg. 80
“From Arizona to Argentina,” (Al Dunning on “Animal Planet”), YHYL, Sept., pg. 21
“Guess Who?,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 21 (results: Oct., pg. 26)
“Just the Two of You,” (fun for you and your horse), Sept., pg. 62
“The Haunted Show Grounds,” YS, Oct., pg. 16
“I’d Love to Meet…,” YSI!, Oct., pg. 80
“Dream Foal Look-Alike,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 21
“Those ’70s Shows,” Nov., pg. 46
“I’m Most Thankful For…,” YSI!, Nov., pg. 72
“Lovely Weather…,” (sleigh rides), YHYL, Dec., pg. 21
“A Party Without Style,” (tacky-sweater holiday party), YHYL, Dec., pg. 21
“Denver,” In Your Area, Dec., pg. 44
“To Own a Great Horse, I…,” Your Said It!, Dec., pg. 72

Environment
“Teamed Up, Working for You,” (land-use), YHYL, Oct., pg. 20

Events
“Beat Those Winter Blahs!,” (Equine Affaire of the West), YHYL, Jan., pg. 21
“We Wouldn’t Want to Miss…,” (Road to the Horse), YHYL, Mar., pg. 28
“A Whole New World (or Two),” (APHA World Show series), YHYL, Mar., pg. 22
“A Truly Unbridled Event,” (Road to the Horse), Mar., pg. 62
“A Party and You’re Invited,” (AQHA Quarterfest), YHYL, Apr., pg. 18
“Something for Your Calendar,” (Equine Affaire, OH), YHYL, Apr., pg. 24
“HOW to Help Yourself,” (Purina workshops), YHYL, May, pg. 28
“Are You Experienced?,” (AQHA Regional Experience), YHYL, May, pg. 30
“Horse Fun in Horse Country,” (Family Fun Fest), YHYL, June, pg. 28
“Party at the Horse Park!,” (Breyerfest), YHYL, July, pg. 28
“Do Try This at Home,” (4-H and Road to the Horse), YHYL, July, pg. 28
“The Magic of Morgans,” (Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show), YHYL, Oct., pg. 26
“On the World Stage,” (World Equestrian Games), YHYL, Nov., pg. 18
“Indulge Yourself,” (Pfizer Fantasia), YHYL, Nov., pg. 21
“Got Tix?,” (World Equestrian Games), YHYL, Dec., pg. 18

Fashion & Apparel for People
“Horse Girls Love Horse Clothes,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 21
“Shape Matters,” (hats), Winning Ways, Feb., pg. 34
“Work-Worthy Boots,” YHYL, May, pg. 30
“Used Show Clothes,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Poignant Keepsake,” (horse-hair bracelet), YHYL, Sept., pg. 21
“Dress Rehearsal,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 20
“5-Minute Makeover,” (4-H competitor), PP, Nov., pg. 38
“5-Minute Makeover,” (Western pleasure competitor), PP, Dec., pg. 34

Features
“Enjoy Your Horse! (On a Budget),” Jan., pg. 36
“The Buck Stops Here,” (Dan Keen), Jan., pg. 40
“Pole Power! Part 2: Let’s Jog Some Poles,” (Mark Stevens), CE, Jan., pg. 48
“Frugal Fix-Ups,” Jan., pg. 52
“Black, White, Gray: Test Your Ethical IQ,” Jan., pg. 56
“Breeding Today,” Special Report, Feb., pg. 40
“Sacramento,” In Your Area, Feb., pg. 44
“Pole Power! Part 3: Fun with Pole Lope-Overs,” (Mark Stevens), CE, Feb., pg. 50
“Equine Valentine,” Feb., pg. 54
“Hay Substitutes,” Feb., pg. 74 (correction: Mail Call, Apr., pg. 15)
“Just Rewards,” (rewarding your horse), Mar., pg. 50
“Defeat the Enemy,” (fly control), Mar., pg. 56
“A Truly Unbridled Event,” (Road to the Horse), Mar., pg. 62
“6 Elements of a Halter Class Win,” (Fred Tabor), CE, Mar., pg. 66
“Trauma-Free Trailer Loading,” (John Lyons), Mar., pg. 70
“Keep Him Sound,” Apr., pg. 36
“Turning Misfortune To Opportunity,” (Clinton Anderson’s stallion, Jag), Apr., pg. 46
“Spook!,” (Dan Keen), Apr., pg. 52
“Get the Kinks Out,” (Sandy Collier, asymmetry), May, pg. 48
“From Rails to Trails,” (Al Dunning), May, pg. 58
“Go For the Flow,” (Mark Stevens, trail gates), CE, May, pg. 74
“Too Big a Bite?,” (performance dentistry), June, pg. 48
“I Chose My Breed Because…,” June, pg. 54
“Backing Basics,” (Lynn Palm, backing trailers), June, pg. 62
“Your Horse’s Brain on Trail Rides,” June, pg. 66
“Rancho Re-Do,” Barn Tour, May, pg. 66
“The Rider’s Life List,” July, pg. 46
“7 Ways to Know: Is This Horse for You?,” (Clinton Anderson), July, pg. 55
“Western Wow,” (Charlie Cole), My Ride with the Pro, July, pg. 62
“Share the Life,” (family equine businesses), Aug., pg. 38
“Fear Factors,” (Karen Scholl, human fear), H&R Interview, Aug., pg. 44
“Go for Soft and Supple,” (Dave Dellin, indirect turn), CE, Aug., pg. 49
“Shoot to Thrill,” (equine photography), Sept., pg. 36
“Shoulders Up!,” (Karen Qualls), Sept., pg. 42
“Feeding Frenzy,” (Lynn Palm, aggressive eaters), Sept., pg. 50
“His Blanket, Your Life,” Sept., pg. 57
“Just the Two of You,” (fun for you and your horse), Sept., pg. 62
“How Training Works,” (Sean Patrick), Oct., pg. 36
“From Broodmare to Champion,” Oct., pg. 44
“25 Favorite Grooming Aids,” Oct., pg. 50
“Founder Factors: Cushings & Beyond,” Oct., pg. 54
“Wait on Me,” (Dave Moore, teaching horse to wait), Nov., pg. 42
“Those ’70s Shows,” Nov., pg. 46
“Speed with Control,” (Craig Cameron, Extreme Cowboy Racing), H&R Interview, Nov., pg. 54
“From the Ground Up,” (Sherry Cervi, protecting legs), Dec., pg. 38
“Gifts of the Past,” (holiday memories), Dec., pg. 42
“Denver,” In Your Area, Dec., pg. 44
“A Horse Called Jackyl,” Living Legend, Dec., pg. 50

Feed, Feeding
“To Do This Month: Feeding Extra Hay,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 19
“Hay Substitutes,” Feb., pg. 74, (correction: Mail Call, Apr., pg. 15)
“To Do This Month: Make Hay-Buying Plans,” YHYL, May, pg. 26
“Are ‘Sweet Feeds’ OK to Use?,” WH Q&A, Aug., pg. 10
“To Do This Month: Replenish Salt Sources,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 17
“Feeding Frenzy,” (aggressive eaters), Sept., pg. 50

Finance, Saving Money
“Frugal Fix-Ups,” Jan., pg. 52
“Cheap Tricks,” ($1 items), YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“Showing on a Shoestring,” (Robin Gollehon), Ask Team H&R, May, pg. 83
“Loose Change–Worth More than it Looks,” YHYL, June, pg. 26
“Used Show Clothes,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Dilute ‘N’ Save,” (shampoo), YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“$1 Shopping for the Frugalista Barnkeeper,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Six Handy Helpers for Under $20,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 20

Gallop Polls
Results of Oct. 2008 poll, YHYL, Jan., pg. 18
“Your 2009 Vow,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 18, (results: Mar., pg. 22)
Results of Dec. 2008 poll, YHYL, Feb., pg. 18
“How Soon?,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 18, (results: Apr., pg. 18)
“Investing in You,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 22, (results: May, pg. 24)
“Which Saddle?,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 18, (results: June, pg. 22)
“Bad-Horse Days,” YHYL, May, pg. 24, (results: July, pg. 22)
“Which First Fix?,” YHYL, June, pg. 22, (results: Aug., pg. 16)
“Summer’s Holiday,” YHYL, July, pg. 22, (results: Sept., pg. 18)
“Your Mane Thing,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 16, (results: Oct., pg. 20)
“Do Papers Matter?,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 18, (results: Nov., pg. 18)
“Your View on Blue,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 20, (results: Dec., pg. 18)
“Your Main Event,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 18
“Blanket Statement,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 18

Gift Ideas
“Equine Valentine,” Feb., pg. 54
“E-Greetings From Dobbin,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20
“Truly Unique Stocking Stuffer,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 21

Grooming
“To Do This Month: Clean/Disinfect Tools,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 19
“Boot ‘Em Up,” (clipping legs), YHYL, Mar., pg. 26
“From Bath to Barn,” (mitts), YHYL, Mar., pg. 26
“Forelock Fashions,” Winning Ways, Mar., pg. 46
“Shedding Aid,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“Check Those Cheeks,” YHYL, May, pg. 26
“If the Shoe (Bag) Fits,” (grooming organizer), YHYL, July, pg. 26
“Make-Over That Messy Mare Tail,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 18
“Winter Tail Care in Brushy Paddock,” WH Q&A, Sept., pg. 12
“Dilute ‘N’ Save,” (shampoo), YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Gloves for Grooming,”YHYL, Oct., pg. 24
“Heavy-Duty Clippers,” Horse Gear, Oct., pg. 66
“25 Favorite Grooming Aids,” Oct., pg. 50
“Heavy-Duty Clippers,” Horse Gear, Oct., pg. 66
“Handle It!,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 20
“Brush Away Bacteria,” (The Germinator), YHYL, Dec., pg. 19

Horse Health
Back
“Is it Back Pain?,” WH Q&A, May, pg. 18
“Man-Made Back Problems,” YHYL, June, pg. 30
“Riding a Swaybacked Horse,” WH Q&A, Dec., pg. 13
Colic
“To Do This Month: Brush Up on Colic Symptoms,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 22
“To Do This Month: Assemble a Colic First-Aid Kit,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 19
Deworming
“To Do This Month: Deworm for Bots,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 22 & Dec., pg. 19
“Deworming Cookies,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20
Disease
“Symptom Check: Could It Be EPM?,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 20
“Symptom Check: Is It Strangles?,” YHYL, June, pg. 24
“Symptom Check: Potomac Horse Fever,” YHYL, May, pg. 26
“Help! He’s a Headshaker,” WH Q&A, Aug., pg. 11
“To Do This Month: Schedule Fall Boosters,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 19
“Founder Factors: Cushings & Beyond,” Oct., pg. 54
Eyes
“Vet Call: Eye Trouble,” (using ointments), YHYL, Jan., pg. 19
“Vet Call: Weepy Eyes,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 17
First Aid
“How to Haul an Ill or Injured Horse,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 22
“Vital Signs,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 22
“Your Horse Steps on a Nail. What Do You Do?,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 30
“Choke,” YHYL, May, pg. 33
“Cuts at Flexion Points,” WH Q&A, June, pg. 16
“Rattlesnake Rx,” WH Q&A, July, pg. 16
“Trauma on the Trail,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 20
Fly & Insect Control
“Defeat the Enemy,” (fly control), Mar., pg. 56
“Restock Fly-Fighting Arsenal,” YHYL, May, pg. 26
“To Do This Month: Banish Bugs,” YHYL, June, pg. 24
“To Do This Month: Stay Vigilant Against Flies,” YHYL, July, pg. 24
Hooves
“Hoof-Care Strategies,” (white line), WH Q&A, Feb., pg. 12
“Going Bare,” (transitioning to barefoot), WH Q&A, Mar., pg. 16
“Your Horse Steps on a Nail. What Do You Do?,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 30
“Farrier Call: Foul Feet!,” (thrush), YHYL, July, pg. 24
Lameness
“Lameness Report Card,” (grading lameness), YHYL, Mar., pg. 24
“Vet Call: Sudden Lameness,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 20
“Keep Him Sound,” Apr., pg. 36
“Sudden, Acute Lameness,” WH Q&A, Oct., pg. 15
“From the Ground Up,” (preventing lameness), Dec., pg. 38
Legs
“Many Names, Many Treatments,” (scratches), WH Q&A Mar., pg. 16
“Boot ‘Em Up,” (prevent infections), YHYL, Mar., pg. 26
“Cuts at Flexion Points,” WH Q&A, June, pg. 16
“From the Ground Up,” (protecting legs), Dec., pg. 38
Miscellaneous
“Preventing Girth Sores,” Barn Call, Jan., pg. 12
“Good Weather for Blanketing,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 19
“Cause of a Nosebleed?,” WH Q&A, Apr., pg. 12
“Too Heavy for My Horse?,” WH Q&A, Apr., pg. 13
“Too Big a Bite?,” (performance dentistry), June, pg. 48
“Excessive Drooling,” WH Q&A, Nov., pg. 13
“Saddle Before Hand-Walking,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 19
“Longevity Magic,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Nov., pg. 32
“(Don’t) Chill, Dude,” (cold-weather cooldown), YHYL, Dec., pg. 19
Seniors
“To Do This Month: Monitor Seniors,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 19
“Virtual Birthday Test,” (senior horse’s “true” age), YHYL, Apr., pg. 26
“Longevity Magic,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Nov., pg. 32
“Riding a Swaybacked Horse,” WH Q&A, Dec., pg. 13
Skin, Coat
“To Do this Month: Devise Sun Protection,” YHYL, June, pg. 24
“Preventing Proud Flesh,” WH Q&A, Sept., pg. 12
“Vet Call: ‘Warts!,'” YHYL, Dec., pg. 19
“Brush Away Bacteria,” (The Germinator), YHYL, Dec., pg. 19
Tails
“Chronic Tail-Rubber,” WH Q&A, July, pg. 17
Teeth
“Big Bad Bit,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 22
“Too Big a Bite?,” (performance dentistry), June, pg. 48
Weight
“To Do This Month: Monitor Weight Loss,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 19
“Free Health Check: Weight-Record Calendar,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 19
“To Do This Month: Check Horse’s Ribs,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 19

Human Health
“Risky Gig,” (MRSA infections), YHYL, June, pg. 24
“Brain Food,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 18
“Love Your Back,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 19

Internet
“Resource: horsesciencenews.com,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 19
“Free for Trail Riders,” (newsletter), YHYL, Feb., pg. 21
“The School of Life with Horses,” (blog), YHYL, Mar., pg. 22
“Fran Jurga’s Hoof Blog,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 20
“Need Farm & Stable Stuff?,” (farmtek.com), YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“Just Be a Kid (Again),” (breyerhorse.com), YHYL, Apr., pg. 24
“New I.D. Service for Thoroughbreds,” (jockeyclub.com), YHYL, July, pg. 22
“Meet H&R’s New Bloggers,” YHYL, July, pg. 28
“Used Show Clothes,” (Web sites), YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Helmet Help Online,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 22
“Let Sandy Help You Lose Weight,” (new blog), YHYL, Nov., pg. 19

Just Between Us, Juli Thorson
“Odd Couple: 2008, and Fun,” Jan., pg. 8
“From Horses to People,” Feb., pg. 8
“Primitive Recreation?,” Mar., pg. 8
“The Thief of Time,” Apr., pg. 10
“The Pony in the Pile,” May, pg. 12
“Spread the Touch,” June, pg. 12
“No Regrets,” July, pg. 10
“Have You Noticed?,” Aug., pg. 6
“Bucked Off,” Sept., pg. 8
“Intimate Strangers,” Oct., pg. 8
“The Legacy Horse,” Nov., pg. 6
“A Decade’s Difference,” Dec., pg. 4

Life Style
“Sacramento,” In Your Area, Feb., pg. 44
“Taking It in Stride,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 34
“Of Horses and Philosophy,” YS, May, pg. 16
“Share the Life,” (family equine businesses), Aug., pg. 38
“Denver,” In Your Area, Dec., pg. 44

Products
“Clear View Bucket Tops,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 20
“Pony Paints,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 21
“Turnout Blankets,” Horse Gear, Jan., pg. 66
“Quick Bite Coupler,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 20
“Equine Valentine,” Feb., pg. 54
“Barrel Racing Saddles,” Horse Gear, Feb., pg. 72
“Work Headstalls,” Horse Gear, Mar., pg. 76
“Shedding Aid,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“Mood Booster,” (vintage sign), YHYL, Apr., pg. 24
“Trail Bags,” Horse Gear, Apr., pg. 66
“Rehab Boot,” (Easyboot Rx), YHYL, June, pg. 26
“Work Saddle Pads,” Horse Gear, June, pg. 74
“Synthetic Saddles,” Horse Gear, July, pg. 68
“Help for Headshakers,” (German Nose Net), YHYL, Aug., pg. 18
“Protective Sports Boots,” Horse Gear, Aug., pg. 68
“Tasty Bit,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Therapeutic Saddle Pads,” Horse Gear, Sept., pg. 76
“Hoof Help,” (Rider’s Rasp), YHYL, Oct., pg. 24
“Heavy-Duty Clippers,” Horse Gear, Oct., pg. 66
“Save Face–Literally,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 20
“Six Handy Helpers for Under $20,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 20
“Stirrups,” Horse Gear, Nov., pg. 63
“Brush Away Bacteria,” (The Germinator), YHYL, Dec., pg. 19
“Portable Housing,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20
“Low-Cost ‘Barn in a Box,'” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20
“Deworming Cookies,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20
“Breast Collars,” Horse Gear, Dec., pg. 62

Profiles, Horses
“We’d Love to Own: Ivory Pal,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 17
“Gelding, 37, Breaks Distance Record,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 18
“We’d Love to Own: Whisper Rock Hancock,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 17
“We’d Love to Own: Brat Olena Whiz,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 21
“We’d Love to Own: Whispering Incognito,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 17
“Turning Misfortune To Opportunity,” (Clinton Anderson’s stallion, Jag), Apr., pg. 46
“We’d Love to Own: Rugged Painted Lark,” YHYL, May, pg. 23
“Whoa, Big Daddy!,” (Topsail Wiz NRHA $6 million sire), YHYL, May, pg. 24
“We’d Love to Own: Applause In Paradise,” YHYL, June, pg. 21
“We’d Love to Own: Mambo Number Shine,” YHYL, July, pg. 21
“We’d Love to Own: Sensational Blonde,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 15
“We’d Love to Own: MP A Man With Roses,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 17
“We’d Love to Own: Chocolatey,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 19
“From Broodmare to Champion,” Oct., pg. 44
“We’d Love to Own: Corky,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 17
“We’d Love to Own: Im The Town Sleeper,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 16
“A Horse Called Jackyl,” Living Legend, Dec., pg. 50

Profiles, People
“A Good Addition,” (Julie Goodnight), Ask Team H&R, Apr., pg. 68
“Flags Lowered,” (Ray Hunt), YHYL, June, pg. 22
“Winters Rules ‘Road,'” (Richard Winters), YHYL, June, pg. 28
“Salute to Sally,” (Sally Swift), YHYL, July, pg. 22
“Share the Life,” (family equine businesses), Aug., pg. 38

Reviews (Books, DVDs, Etc.)
Reining Essentials: How to Excel in Western’s Hottest Sport, by Sandy Collier with Jennifer Forsberg-Meyer, YHYL, Jan., pg. 21
The Ultimate Horse, created by Marty Becker, DVM; Gina Spadafori; Audrey Pavia; and Mikkel Becker, YHYL, Feb., pg. 21
Natural Horsemanship Explained: From Heart to Hands, by Robert Miller, DVM, YHYL, Mar., pg. 28
25 Projects for Horsemen: Money-Saving Do-It-Yourself Ideas for the Farm, Arena, and Stable, by Jessie and Jason Sheirs, YHYL, Apr., pg. 24
Healthy Hooves: The EQUUS Guide to Understanding Your Horse’s Feet and Keeping Them Sound, from the magazine’s editors, YHYL, May, pg. 26
Equine Science: Basic Knowledge for Horse People of All Ages, by Jean T. Griffiths, YHYL, July, pg. 24
Equine Problem Solving: Tactics for Transformation, Richard Winters, YHYL, Aug., pg. 19
“Romance of the West,” (Where the Wind Blows, by Caroline Fyffe), Sept., pg. 21
Your Best Horse Show: A Guide for Managers and Exhibitors, by Paul Parton, YHYL, Nov., pg. 21
Horses & Homes, by Jenifer Jordan, YHYL, Dec., pg. 21

The Riding Family, Jenny Meyer & Debbie Moors
“The Equine Gene,” Jan., pg. 10
“My Funny Valentine,” Feb., pg. 10
“Horse Scents,” Mar., pg. 10
“Memory Makers,” May, pg. 14
“Lessons Learned,” June, pg. 14
“My Dad, the Enabler,” July, pg. 14

Safety
“To Do This Month: Watch for Ice,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 19
“How to Haul an Ill or Injured Horse,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 22
“To Do This Month: Create Firebreaks,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 17
“Trauma on the Trail,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 20
“Test Your Dog,” (deadly worming reaction), YHYL, Sept., pg. 19
“Helmet Help Online,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 22
“Hung in a Stirrup,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 22
“The Tarp Monster,” YS, Dec., pg. 14

Self-Improvement
“A Friend in Need,” (dealing with grief), YHYL, Jan., pg. 20
“Big Things & Little,” (resolutions), Jan., pg. 60
“What Can You Do with 10 Minutes to Spare?,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 26
“Generation Next,” (challenges to young trainers), Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Mar., pg. 33
“Start at Your Beginning,” Julie Goodnight’s Confidence Boosters, July, pg. 33
“The Rider’s List,” July, pg. 46
“Beating Show Nerves,” (Carol Metcalf), Ask Team H&R, July, pg. 70
“Fear Factors,” (Karen Scholl, human fear), H&R Interview, Aug., pg. 44
“Look, Breathe, Sit Back,” Julie Goodnight’s Confidence Boosters, Sept., pg. 35
“Let Sandy Help You Lose Weight,” (new blog), YHYL, Nov., pg. 19
“7 Signs It’s Time to Change Barns,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 22

Showing
“First-Impression Lesson,” (Andrea Simons), Ask Team H&R, Jan., pg. 68
“Shape Matters,” (hats), Winning Ways, Feb., pg. 34
“A Whole New World (or Two),” (APHA World Show Series), YHYL, Mar., pg. 22
“Forelock Fashions,” Winning Ways, Mar., pg. 46
“6 Elements of a Halter Class Win,” (Fred Tabor), CE, Mar, pg. 66
“Go for the Flow,” (Mark Stevens, trail gates), CE, May, pg. 74
“Last Minute Fix: No-Mess Silver Shine,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“Showing on a Shoestring,” (Robin Gollehon), Ask Team H&R, May, pg. 83
“Cattle 101,” (Al Dunning, evaluating cattle), Ask Team H&R, June, pg. 77
“Show All-Around? Try This…,” (different bridle/bit for each event), YHYL, July, pg. 26
“Beating Show Nerves,” (Carol Metcalf), Ask Team H&R, July, pg. 70
“Texas-Bred Bucks,” (equine incentive program), YHYL, Aug., pg. 16
“A Wider Show Gate,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 18
“Used Show Clothes,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Your Dog, at Shows,” (Charlie Cole), Ask Team H&R, Oct., pg. 68
“Your Chance to Rein Supreme,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 18
“Dress Rehearsal,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 20
“Rethinking Ribbons,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 21
“5-Minute Makeover,” (4-H competitor), PP, Nov., pg. 38
“The Pinto Party: Y’all Come,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 18
“5-Minute Makeover,” (Western pleasure competitor), PP, Dec., pg. 34

Solutions
“10-Second Solution: Halter Rubbing,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 20
“Cheap Chew Relief,” (soap), YHYL, Jan., pg. 20
“The Secret to Horse Photos: Extra Hands,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 20
“Neat to Know,” (lace-up boots), YHYL, Feb., pg. 20
“60-Second Solutions” (stall manure), YHYL, Feb., pg. 20
“An Idea We Like!,” (vet day), YHYL, Mar., pg. 26
“Cheap Tricks,” ($1 items), YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“5 Things You Can Do with an Empty Horse-Feed Bag,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“Stop That Static,” YHYL, May, pg. 28
“Stick ‘N’ Go,” (address stickers), YHYL, June, pg. 26
“Arena Markers,” YHYL, June, pg. 26
“If the Shoe (Bag) Fits,” (grooming organizer), YHYL, July, pg. 26
“Dilute ‘N’ Save,” (shampoo), YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“$1 Shopping for the Frugalista Barnkeeper,” (dollar-store finds), YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Gloves for Grooming,” (garden gloves), YHYL, Oct., pg. 24
“Kitchen Gadgets for ‘Horsehold’ Uses,” YHYL, Oct., pg. 24

Tack, Equipment, Horse Apparel
“Curb-Strap Fit,” Winning Ways, Jan., pg. 32
“Turnout Blankets,” Horse Gear, Jan., pg. 66
“Good Weather for Blanketing,” YHYL, Feb., pg. 19
“Barrel Racing Saddles,” Horse Gear, Feb., pg. 72
“Work Headstalls,” Horse Gear, Mar., pg. 76
“Last Minute Fix: No-Mess Silver Shine,” YHYL, Apr., pg. 22
“Trail Bags,” Horse Gear, Apr., pg. 66
“Roping Saddles,” Horse Gear, May, pg. 80
“Equine Summer Wardrobes,” YHYL, June, pg. 24
“‘Rewarding Info on Bitless Bridle,” (loping hackamore), YHYL, June, pg. 26
“Kid-Sized Saddle,” YHYL, June, pg. 28
“Work Saddle Pads,” Horse Gear, June, pg. 74
“Steps to Cleaning a Saddle,” YHYL, May, pg. 28
“Show All-Around? Try this…,” (different bridle/bit for each event), YHYL, July, pg. 26
“Bit Basics, Part 1: Snaffles,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, July, pg. 34
“Synthetic Saddles,” Horse Gear, July, pg. 68
“Bit Basics, Part 2: Leverage (Shanked) Bits,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Aug., pg. 26
“To Do This Month: Update Your Blanket Savvy,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 19
“Blanket-Mending Tip,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“Tasty Bit,” YHYL, Sept., pg. 20
“His Blanket, Your Life,” Sept., pg. 57
“Therapeutic Saddle Pads,” Horse Gear, Sept., pg. 76
“Stirrups,” Horse Gear, Nov., pg. 63
“Breast Collars,” Horse Gear, Dec., pg. 62

This Horse Life, Sue M. Copeland
“Murphy, Meet Our New Department,” Jan., pg. 6
“Senior Living,” Feb., pg. 6
“Rule Breaker,” Mar., pg. 6
“You Talk Seniors,” Apr., pg. 6
“Of Horsehair & Ribbons,” May, pg. 10
“Ever After,” June, pg. 10
“The Grass Paradox,” July, pg. 12
“Of Girls & Horses,” Aug., pg. 8
“Size Matters,” Sept., pg. 10
“Act of Mercy,” Oct., pg. 10
“Missing Drummer,” Nov., pg. 8
“The One That Got Away,” Dec., pg. 6

Trailers, Trailering
“How to Haul an Ill or Injured Horse,” YHYL, Jan., pg. 22
“To Do This Month: Tune Up Your Trailer,” YHYL, Mar., pg. 24
“Trauma-Free Trailer Loading,” (John Lyons), Mar., pg. 70
“Backing Basics,” (Lynn Palm, backing trailers), June, pg. 62
“Trailer-Backing,” YHYL, Aug., pg. 18
“To Do This Month: Winterize Your Trailer,” YHYL, Nov., pg. 19
“Save Face–Literally,” (trailering face guard), YHYL, Nov., pg. 20
“Portable Housing,” YHYL, Dec., pg. 20

Training by Event
Barrel Racing
“Back in the Game,” (Sherry Cervi, conditioning), Ask Team H&R, Feb., pg. 78
Cutting
“Cattle 101,” (Al Dunning, evaluating cattle), Ask Team H&R, June, pg. 77
Halter, Showmanship
“6 Elements of a Halter Class Win,” (Fred Tabor), CE, Mar, pg. 66
Horsemanship
“First-Impression Lesson,” (Andrea Simons), Ask Team H&R, Jan., pg. 68
“Shoulders Up!,” (Karen Qualls), Sept., pg. 42
Reining
“The ‘Straight’ Scoop on Lead Changes,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, May, pg. 38
“Reining Polish,” Al Dunning’s How’s My Riding, July, pg. 30
“Wait on Me,” (Dave Moore, teaching horse to wait), Nov., pg. 42
Trail
“Pole Power! Part 2: Let’s Jog Some Poles,” (Mark Stevens), CE, Jan., pg. 48
“Pole Power! Part 3: Fun with Pole Lope-Overs,” (Mark Stevens), CE, Feb., pg. 50
“Go for the Flow,” (Mark Stevens, trail gates), CE, May, pg. 74
Trail Riding
“Quieting a Jigger,” (Julie Goodnight), Ask Team H&R, Apr., pg. 70
“From Rails to Trails,” (Al Dunning), May, pg. 58
“Your Horse’s Brain on Trail Rides,” June, pg. 66
“Help for No-Go Solo,” (Julie Goodnight), Ask Team H&R, Dec., pg. 64
Western Pleasure
“Go for Soft and Supple,” (Dave Dellin, indirect turn), CE, Aug., pg. 49
“Shoulders Up!,” (Karen Qualls), Sept., pg. 42
Western Riding
“First-Impression Lesson,” (Andrea Simons), Ask Team H&R, Jan., pg. 68
“The ‘Straight’ Scoop on Lead Changes,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, May, pg. 38

Training, Clinton Anderson
“Flex Time,” Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, Jan., pg. 24
“Back-End Over,” (yield hindquarters), Clinton Anderson’s Do-It Yourself Training, Feb., pg. 24
“Simple Sidepass,” Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, Mar., pg. 37
“Shoulder Control,” Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, Apr., pg. 28
“Poll Control,” Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, May, pg. 42
“Testing 1,2,3…,” (respect test), Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, June, pg. 32
“De-Spook, De-Stress, Desensitize,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, July, pg. 38
“Walk This Way!,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Aug., pg. 22
“Move That Hind End,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Sept., pg. 25
“Move That Front End,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Oct., pg. 30
“Stand Back,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Nov., pg. 34
“Longeing for Respect, Part 1,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Dec., pg. 26

Training in General
Groundwork
“Spook!,” (Dan Keen), Apr., pg. 52
“Testing 1,2,3…,” (respect test), Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, June, pg. 32
“De-Spook, De-Stress, Desensitize,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, July, pg. 38
“Walk This Way!,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Aug., pg. 22
“Wealing Preschool,” (Robin Gollehon), Ask Team H&R, Aug., pg. 70
“Move That Hind End,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Sept., pg. 25
“Move That Front End,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Oct., pg. 30
“Stand Back,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Nov., pg. 34
“Longeing for Respect, Part 1,” Clinton Anderson’s Groundwork for Everyone, Dec., pg. 26
Riding
“Flex Time,” Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, Jan., pg. 24
“The Buck Stops Here,” (Dan Keen), Jan., pg. 40
“Pole Power! Part 2: Let’s Jog Some Poles,” (Mark Stevens), CE, Jan., pg. 48
“Tip from the Team,” (correcting buddy behavior), YHYL, Feb., pg. 20
“Back-End Over,” (yield hindquarters), Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, Feb., pg. 24
“Pole Power! Part 3: Fun with Pole Lope-Overs,” (Mark Stevens), CE, Feb., pg. 50
“Simple Sidepass,” Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, Mar., pg. 37
“Shoulder Control,” Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, Apr., pg. 28
“The ‘Straight’ Scoop on Lead Changes,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, May, pg. 38
“Poll Control,”Clinton Anderson’s Do-It-Yourself Training, May, pg. 42
“Get the Kinks Out,” (Sandy Collier, asymmetry), May, pg. 48
“Western Wow,” (Charlie Cole), My Ride with the Pro, July, pg. 62
“Go for Soft and Supple,” (Dave Delling, indirect turn), CE, Aug., pg. 49
“Shoulders Up!,” (Karen Qualls), Sept., pg. 42
“Wait on Me,” (Dave Moore, teaching horse to wait), Nov., pg. 42
Misc.
“7 Tenets of Good Training,” Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Feb., pg. 28
“Generation Next,” (challenges to young trainers), Bob Avila’s Winning Insights, Mar., pg. 33
“Just Rewards,” (rewarding your horse), Mar., pg. 50
“Weanling Preschool,” (Robin Gollehon), Ask Team H&R, Aug., pg. 70
“How Training Works,” (Sean Patrick), Oct., pg. 36
“Give Him a Job!,” Julie Goodnight’s Confidence Boosters, Nov., pg. 36

Welfare, Legal Issues
“Got Testimony?,” (Horse Welfare Committee), YHYL, Jan., pg. 18
“Black, White, Gray: Test Your Ethical IQ,” Jan., pg. 56
“Outside the Box,” (Madeleine Pickens, feral horses), YHYL, Feb., pg. 18
“In the News: Processing Proposals,” (slaughter), YHYL, Apr., pg. 18
“Meet the Neighbors,” (Equestrian Land Conservation brochure), YHYL, May, pg. 28

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