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May 2013

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Tom Moates

 

Red Maple Poisoning Survivor

When a pony ingests a deadly toxin, his unusually stoic nature helps him beat the odds. | MORE

 

An Equine Bladder-Stone Blockage

When an affable gelding suddenly develops trouble urinating, only emergency surgery can save his life. | MORE

 

A Delicate Repair of a Dramatic Equine Skull Fracture

Curiosity about a mare’s old facial scars leads her new owner to investigate her history---and discover the tale of a harrowing injury. | MORE

 

Chondropathy, Cictraix and a Second Career for Madonna

A permanent tracheostomy bypasses a mare's damaged airway, enabling her to show a young rider the ropes. | MORE

 

Clinicians Offer their Top Horse-Buying Tips.

Picking the right trail horse is never a trivial consideration. Horsemanship clinicians travel the country and see a variety of horses, riders, problems, and achievements. Here, we ask | MORE

 

Renowned in the trail-horse world for innovation and high standards for 10 years running, the Great American Trail Horse Sale pioneered the concept of combining the fun of | MORE

 

Pack-Saddle Primer

Day rides exploring short trails have only whetted your appetite to embark on longer adventures. You’ve gone on treks with experienced outfitters, watching them load the pack saddles | MORE

 

Find the Right Trail Horse

Picking the right trail horse is never a trivial consideration. Horsemanship clinicians travel the country and see variety of horses, riders, problems, and achievements. Here, top trainer/clinician Martin | MORE

 

One Great Sale!

Renowned in the trail-horse world for innovation and high standards for 10 years running, the Great American Trail Horse Sale pioneered the concept of combining the fun of | MORE

 

Pack-Saddle History

If you're embarking on an equestrian journey, using a pack animal is a great way to save your saddle horse's back and energy. Any extra ounce carried on | MORE

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