The Trainers Showdown – Legends Edition at Horse Expo Canada is a distinguished event uniting renowned equestrian trainers. This exclusive edition honors legendary figures in horse training, celebrated for their outstanding achievements and enduring contributions to the equestrian community. During the event, these experts will engage the audience by demonstrating their distinctive training methods, notably … The post HORSE EXPO CANADA APRIL 26 – 28, 2024! first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

Updated summer Pro Rodeo Schedule The post It’s Western! Summer Pro Rodeos first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

Sisters Still Riding By Rob Vogt   It is an unforgettable image — two women of a certain age racing their horses towards the finish line. For Audrey Westrop and Susan Griffin, riding horses is truly a sister act. Born 13 years apart but united by a lifelong love of horses, they come by it … The post Living Legends ~ Audrey Westrop & Susan Griffin first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

Levelling Rasp     Don’t throw away your used rasps and horseshoes. You can build your own levelling rasp!   Here is a rasp with which you can easily make a perfectly flat surface on a hoof for nailing on a shoe.    You still have to know how to shoe a horse with proper … The post Ranch Hacks ~ With Malcolm McLean first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

Chasing Cows, Kids & Dreams    It’s the time on the ranch when we can reflect on the year. Being a rancher has many positive aspects, but it does come with its challenges! I have developed the deepest respect for ranchers. Their passion is to care for the grasslands, water, and not just their animals … The post Ranch Ramblings ~ with Niki Flundra first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

“We’ve been raising sheep since the ‘80s. I got a handful of sheep when I got working [border collie] dogs. Then I got a few more, and a few more, and then we had 200,” said Dale.   When it comes to multi-award-winning stock dog trainer Dale Montgomery and his wife, Dawn, the sheep business … The post WWFU – Montgomery Ranch first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

ON THE COVER ~ MILES KINGDON The buckaroo life and heart-stopping tragedy that shaped Miles Kingdon into Canada’s premier vaquero. You can read the whole article in the current issue of Canadian Cowboy Country magazine. To subscribe, click here or call Marie at 1-800-943-7336.    CORB LUND His new music and saving Alberta’s Rocky Mountains from greasy politics. You can … The post APRIL/MAY 2024 first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

Bryn was a well-respected cowboy who lived at the end of a road braved by few... The post Bryn Thiessen: Cowboy, Preacher, Poet, Memorial Service first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

It was back in 2005 when rancher, poet and preacher Bryn Thiessen (1960-2024) of Helmer Creek Ranch near Sundre began as our Reflections columnist.  He has been a mainstay of the magazine for nearly two decades.  We offer our sincere condolences to all who knew and loved him. Bryn’s words will be missed, this was … The post REFLECTIONS – BRYN THIESSEN first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more

By Steve Lucas   The post A Cowboy’s Valentine first appeared on Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine ..read more