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Fence In vs. Fence Out: Did You Know Colorado Is a Fence-Out State?

Una — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:20:49 +0000

If you own horses, cattle, or other livestock in Colorado, there is one piece of state law that often surprises newer landowners: Colorado is generally considered a “fence-out” state. That does not mean livestock owners can simply ignore escaped animals or allow them to wander wherever they want. It does mean, however, that Colorado’s fence […]

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USEF Updates Competition Medication Rules for Cetirizine and Methocarbamol

Una — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:52:53 +0000

US Equestrian (USEF) has announced important updates to its competition medication rules, making cetirizine (commonly known by the human brand name Zyrtec®) a permitted substance in USEF-licensed competition and issuing revised withdrawal recommendations for methocarbamol (Robaxin®). The changes took effect immediately and are intended to address questions raised by veterinarians, trainers, and competitors regarding the […]

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New Cases of Vesicular Stomatitis Confirmed in Southwest Colorado

Una — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:41:36 +0000

Horse owners in Colorado should remain vigilant as two new equine premises have been confirmed positive for Vesicular Stomatitis (VSV), expanding the state’s list of affected counties. According to the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC), the newly confirmed cases are located in Archuleta County and […]

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New Research Suggests Early Treatment May Improve Survival During EHV-1 Outbreaks

Una — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:07:30 +0000

Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) remains one of the most concerning infectious diseases in the horse industry. While many horses exposed to the virus develop only mild respiratory illness—or no obvious signs at all—some go on to develop Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), the neurologic form of the disease that can lead to severe disability or euthanasia. A […]

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Choosing the Right Horse Trainer: Part 1 | How to Choose the Right Horse Trainer

Una — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:21:42 +0000

Choosing a horse trainer is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make as a horse owner. Whether you’re sending a young horse out for its first rides, trying to improve your own riding, or preparing for competition, the person you trust with your horse becomes an important part of your team. The right trainer can […]

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New World Screwworm Confirmed in United States: What Colorado Horse and Livestock Owners Should Know

Una — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:18:26 +0000

A pest that many veterinarians, ranchers, and livestock producers hoped would remain a chapter in history books has officially returned to the United States. On June 3, 2026, the USDA confirmed the first U.S. animal case of New World Screwworm (NWS) in Zavala County, Texas. While the immediate risk to Colorado horse and livestock owners […]

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Colorado Equine Practices Bring Groundbreaking Spine Surgery Closer to Home

Una — Thu, 28 May 2026 20:47:52 +0000

Colorado horse owners now have more access to a highly specialized equine surgical procedure that, until recently, has only been available at a small number of veterinary facilities across the United States. Previously only available at CSU here in Colorado. Through a partnership between VetweRx and Vizion Equine, horses suffering from certain types of neck-related […]

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Dover Saddlery Announces Store Closures and Major Layoffs — What About Parker, Colorado?

Una — Thu, 14 May 2026 15:27:07 +0000

5/15/2026 Update: Reports Suggest Dover Saddlery May Be Facing Company-Wide Liquidation Colorado Horse Forum has received additional information from a source who wishes to remain anonymous indicating that Dover Saddlery may currently be operating in liquidation mode across the company. According to the source, unless a buyer steps in to purchase some or all of […]

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Vesicular Stomatitis Confirmed in Colorado: What Horse and Livestock Owners Need to Know

Una — Sat, 09 May 2026 15:22:43 +0000

Colorado animal health officials have confirmed a new case of Vesicular Stomatitis (VS or VSV) in Montezuma County, prompting an official quarantine and renewed concern for horse and livestock owners as vector season ramps up. According to the USDA-APHIS Veterinary Services report released May 8, 2026, the affected Colorado premises is currently the only confirmed […]

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Weather Swings and Colic Risk: How Colorado Horse Owners Can Protect Their Horses

Una — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:34:58 +0000

Colorado horse owners are no strangers to dramatic weather changes. One day might bring sunshine and mild temperatures, while the next could deliver snow, wind, and a sudden drop of 30 degrees or more. While horses are generally hardy animals (ok, who are we kidding LOL), rapid weather swings can increase the risk of gastric […]

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