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In Gate Horsetrader sales staff keeps readers informed on what’s trending with our advertisers.


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Moms & Horses Here’s a look back at some reader memories as we salute “horse mothers” everywhere.


16


Newstrader Pier Van Der Hoek, a driving force behind Friesians in the U.S., dies at 78; S.D. County animal sanctuary investigated


18


Ask The Vet Communication is paramount in the best client-veterinarian relationships, says columnist Daniel H. Grove, DVM.


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ETI Newsletter Equestrian Trails, Inc. has a great line-up of spring rides and events, so saddle-up! Here’s a schedule.


Vol. 47, No. 7 · May 2026 — see page 16


Moms Horses


A LOOK BACK: &


On the Cover: Riders enjoy an aſternoon on the trail.


Cover photo: Darrell Dodds


Find your next dream ranch in our real estate section Pages 19–21 Real Estate


Classifieds & Fototraders® 10 19 Shows & Events 28


COMMONLY GROUNDED: The Temecula Cowgirl Drill Team, local trainers and horse advocates and members of the Twin Oaks Valley Equestrian Association pose during the Common Ground Clinic held May 3 at Walnut Grove Park. Clinic proceeds went to support the Walnut Park Equestrian Center.


Advertise in our June issue! DEADLINE: Wednesday, May 27


10 Classifieds & Fototraders®


23 Trainers Directory


Photo Courtertesy Darrell Dodds ell Dodds


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