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CONTENTS PAMPER YOUR POOCH AT THE SEACREST OCEANFRONT HOTEL.................... 6

EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS Created and Published by Lucky Ink Media,

NETFLIX AND DROOL.............................................. 10

Nola Johnson, Publisher Jessica Segal, Publisher CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Gina Woods Please feel free to contact us with any comments or suggestions

SELENIUM – HOW IMPORTANT IS IT?.................... 12

Nola Johnson Phone: (805) 680-8599

HOMELESS DOGS AND CATS NEED YOU............... 18

njohnson@equineandcaninenews.com Jessica Segal Phone: (805) 451-1684

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REASONS YOU SHOULD CONSIDER SELLING YOUR HOME THIS YEAR......................... 23

The EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS is a Quarterly Publication with distribution in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura Counties and the San Fernando Valley.

The publication is FREE to the public and is distributed to local tack and feed stores, veterinary offices, events at Paso Robles Horsepark, Paso Robles Event Center, Santa Maria Fairpark, Santa Ynez Equestrian Center, Earl Warren Showgrounds, Ventura County Fairgrounds and the Los Angeles Equestrian Center.

Also, pet supply retailers, pet boutiques, dog groomers, horse shows, dog shows and events.

ON THE ROAD: PREVENTING DEHYDRATION WHILE TRAVELING WITH YOUR HORSE................ 24

Email Nola Johnson about your event:

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STRESSLESS HORSE SUPPLEMENT...................... 26

Please include event date, time and location.

Include all your contact information; name, phone, email address.

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DIY ROAD TRIP SNACKS FOR FIDO........................ 34

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PAMPER YOUR POOCH AT THE SEACREST OCEANFRONT HOTEL Written by Nicole Moore

There aren’t always opportunities to travel with your dog, but Pismo Beach welcomes four-legged friends with open arms. You can head to the gorgeous Central Coast without worrying about leaving your dog behind at a kennel.

Arrive with dog and family in tow, knowing that you will all have an amazing trip together.

Dogs Love Sand and Surf Pismo State Beach is one of only a handful of state beaches in California that allows owners to take their dog on the beach. The only rule: Keep your dog on a leash. This is an easy requirement to fulfill when you are allowed the convenience of having your dog by your side as you walk the trails along the sand, lounge in the sun, or play in the surf.

It’s always nice to have quiet company always eager to match your own pace, especially when you’re away from home.

Find other dog-friendly beaches in and around San Luis Obispo.

park just to give Fido a place to stretch.

Ideally, you’d love to have grassy spaces – or – even better yet – a dog-on-leash friendly beach.

Dog-Friendly Rooms Another common frustration with “pet-friendly” hotels is you may be limited on room choice – for example, only one-size bed, or you may be placed in a room far from amenities you wish to enjoy. Make sure the hotel offers you a range of room types, and your room is located with easy access to the outdoors and amenities.

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Dining Many cafes and restaurants in Pismo Beach welcome your canine companion.

In fact, nearly 60 eateries in the Pismo Beach area welcome your pooch. Many have outdoor patios where you can enjoy Pismo’s perfect weather, fresh air and often even a view. Many offer dog treats, water dishes and shady areas for your dog’s comfort. From All-American to Mexican dishes, from gourmet farmto-table to basic burgers, you will find just what your tummy wants, welcoming your dog all the way.

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Dog Parks To let your pup run free in Pismo Beach, go for a romp at Dinosaur Caves Park, where there is an open dog park area well known and loved by joggers and dog walkers. Depending which direction you’re traveling, there are also many other options around the county. Here are 11 off-leash parks in the greater Pismo Beach area.

We Love Your Dogs Your dog is more than a pet, he’s part of your family. So, when it’s time to plan your vacation, a dog-friendly hotel in Pismo Beach is just what you need. And, there’s need to skimp on quality to find a place that will accommodate Fido.

Today’s dog-friendly hotels go above and beyond, to make your vacation a great one for you and your dog.

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Added Luxuries For Fido With all the packing (particularly if you have children!) that vacations require, it can be easy to overlook your dog’s necessities, such as extra food or treats.

And what about dog bowls or a dog bed?

Will you even have room in your car to accommodate everything you want to bring? Fortunately, in Pismo Beach, there’s a dog-friendly hotel that not only offers food, dog toys, gourmet dog biscuits, bowls (yours to take home!), and beds, but even a Canine Concierge who gives tips on where to take your dog and advises dog-friendly activities.

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SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel Is Your Dog-Friendly Choice At SeaCrest, we love dogs and know they’re truly a part of your family. The ideal vacation for you includes the ability to bring your dog, and stay in a comfortable, ideally located hotel, offering amenities for both your family and your dog.

So what can you expect to find? Well, we think there are a few standards you should look for – after all, you don’t wish to include your dog at the expense of your own comfort.

Plenty Of Space To Roam It can be frustrating to stay in a hotel with your dog, only to realize you have to get in the car and drive to the nearest

We are pleased to offer plenty of grassy space, in addition to dog-friendly rooms featuring a double queen or king, and, our favorite feature – a Canine Concierge service. Not to mention, direct beach access to a dog-on-leash friendly beach!

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“The World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals” gives Netflix viewers a glimpse behind the doors of incredible vacation rentals around the globe. Each episode, hosts Jo Franco, Megan Batoon and Luis D. Ortiz check into luxury, unique and even budget vacation homes to show viewers what’s available for every price range and taste. Check out which droolworthy properties featured in the show are pet-friendly, as well as alternatives for those that don’t welcome Fido.

1. Sleep in a Lighthouse Point Arena, CA.

Head to the Head Keeper’s House.

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Lucky Ranch Snow Igloo sleeps six guests. Fido stays for free. Nightly rates start at $122.

Fido isn’t able to stay at the featured lighthouse in the Netflix series, but you and your pup can find a worthy alternative in Point Arena, CA. Located on 23 private acres, Point Arena Lighthouse Head Keeper’s House boasts unrivaled views of the coastline. The lighthouse was constructed in 1870. The large, comfortably furnished home has two queen bedrooms, a fully-stocked kitchen, and a living room fireplace where you can cuddle up with your pup on chilly nights. A complimentary bottle of Husch wine and Mendocino Chocolate Company chocolates will be waiting for you on the dining room table.

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Bring four guests and up to to three dogs.

Pet fees are $25 per pet, per stay. Nightly rates start at $303.

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2. Chill in an Igloo Pelkosenniemi, FI Featured on episode four, Lucky Ranch Snow Igloo is a gorgeous getaway in the province of Lapland, Finland. You and your pooch are invited to snowshoe through an untouched forest with a guide before retiring to this unique snow home to snuggle up in a real bed. Wait for the perfect moment to sneak outside and witness the majestic Northern Lights. Guests are free to use the toilets, shower and kitchen in the warm house nearby.

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The Old West tradition comes to life in episode two with a visit to G Bar M Ranch in Clyde Park, MT. Located on 30,000 acres of pristine back country, this working ranch invites guests to ride alongside real cowboys, wake up to Rocky Mountain views, and enjoy the sounds of a nearby trout stream from rustic cabins on the property.

G Bar M Ranch limits the number of riders to 12. Dogs are welcome for no additional fee. Nightly rates start at $350.

Cuvée’s Royal Island is episode five’s luxury property. The private island in Spanish Wells, Bahamas carries a hefty price tag, but it includes five luxury beachfront bungalows, a private staff and chef, and spa access. You can also fly on a seaplane or enjoy a cruise around the island, or maybe try your hand at paddleboarding or spearfishing, or just chill out with your pooch and catch a flick under the stars in the outdoor movie theater.

Cuvée’s Royal Island sleeps 12. Dogs are welcome for no additional fee. Nightly rates start at $16,400.

A dog goes on a trail ride with his humans at a pet-friendly ranch.

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5. Relax in Paradise Selat, ID Featured in the first episode of the show is the latest edition to the Camaya Bali Bamboo Village in the rice terraces of eastern Bali. Built from bamboo stakes, the pet-friendly Camaya Bali Butterfly is an idyllic structure surrounded by nature and overlooking rolling rice paddies.

Chill out in the hanging net on the top floor, soak in the hot tub and listen to the sweet sounds of the island’s wildlife singing a chorus for you.

Camaya Bali Butterfly sleeps four guests.

Nightly rates start at $170.

6. Have a Foodie Adventure Townsend, TN Episode six might have had viewers drooling for a culinary adventure in Japan, but dogs are not allowed at Seasons Niseko. You and your pup can, however, enjoy a similar experience at Blackberry Farm in Townsend, TN. The 4,200-acre culinary estate just outside of Great Smoky Mountains National Park is famous for its James Beard Awardwinning restaurant, heirloom garden, brewery and scenery. Days start with a hearty breakfast of biscuits and gravy and farm-fresh eggs. Then, meet Blackberry Farm’s Lagotto Romagnolo truffle dogs.

At the end of the day, enjoy a gourmet Appalachian farm-to-table dinner at an outdoor table with sunset views and

your best friend by your side. Fido can dig into gourmet dog biscuits whenever he gets peckish.

Blackberry Farm accepts dogs for an additional $250 fee per stay. All-inclusive nightly rates start at $845. Alcohol isn’t included in the price, but lodging, three meals daily and some activities are.

7. Stay in a Treehouse Hardwick, VT Episode seven of the Netflix series highlights some of the most popular treehouses in the world. Sadly, none of these accommodations welcome pets, but we’ve found a few that do.

Stone City Treehouse in Hardwick, VT, offers a lovely stay among the leaves. A pretty deck overlooks a stream, and the grounds include a tranquil sitting area, hammock and campfire space. There’s even a hanging bed underneath the structure! A basic composting toilet is in the treehouse, but guests also have access to a full, modern bathroom with shower at the house.

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SELENIUM – HOW IMPORTANT IS IT? Article Provided by Dr. Kathleen Crandell and Kentucky Equine Research

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he importance of selenium in equine nutrition has changed tremendously over the years. Scientists first considered selenium a toxin in the1930s. In particular, research indicated “alkali disease” in horses was caused by selenium overload.

Further research in the 1950s, however, proved selenium prevented white muscle disease and other livestock, thus refuting the perception of selenium as solely a toxin and establishing it as an essential nutrient in horses when offered in limited quantities. Because of the potential for toxicity, selenium has been labeled an environmental hazard.

Government agencies strictly regulate the amount of selenium included in horse feed. For this reason, the selenium requirements established for horses may be as much a political compromise as an accurate assessment of the physiological requirements for the mineral. Whether manufacturers are permitted to add selenium to horse feed in quantities necessary for optimal performance is deficient forage is fed to horses.

The Relationship of Vitamin E and Selenium No discussion on selenium would be complete without mentioning vitamin E. The functions of the two are intricately linked; in fact, deficiencies of one can be compensated for if there is adequate supply of the other.

Vitamin E present in the cell membrane will decrease the formation of lipid peroxides. Selenium in the intracellular fluid will remove the lipid peroxides that do form. Inadequate amounts of either vitamin E or selenium result in increased oxidation-induced damage and therefore similar effects of deficiency. The administration of either

tends to treat or alleviate these effects.

In addition, the amount of either needed by the animal depends on the amount of the other available. If there is inadequate vitamin E, more peroxides are formed and, therefore, more selenium is needed. Conversely, if there is inadequate selenium, fewer peroxides can be removed and, therefore, more vitamin E is needed to prevent peroxide formation. Optimum amounts of both, however, are necessary to minimize oxidationinduced tissue damage.

Deficiency and Toxicity Many of the areas of major concentrations of horses in the U.S. have selenium deficient soils. Generally, if the soil is deficient, the forage grown on it will be selenium deficient.

Plants growing in acidic soils do not efficiently take up selenium from the soil, so areas that are acidic with low levels of selenium in the soil will produce forage even more deficient. The majority of the horse population in the U.S. does not receive adequate amounts of selenium from forage.

The responsibility of supplying adequate selenium in the diet of the horse rests upon feed manufacturers and horse owners. Care should be taken to find out whether the forage is adequate in the area of origin before beginning selenium supplementation.

Gross outward signs of selenium deficiency are not normally seen in freeliving animals whose diets are adequate in vitamin E. Vitamin E is abundant in green grass and high quality alfalfa hay, so this may account for the reason why many horses on pasture in selenium deficient areas do not show outward signs of deficiency.

Further research in the 1950s, however, proved selenium prevented white muscle disease in horses and other livestock, thus refuting the perception of selenium as solely a toxin and establishing it as an essential nutrient in horses when offered in limited quantities.

Subclinical signs of selenium deficiency may be easily overlooked. Because the major role of selenium is in the oxidative defense system, deficiency would first compromise cellular integrity. This damage is difficult to quantify but may eventually surface as work intolerance, poor hair coat, and early onset of problems normally associated with aging. Hypothyroidism may also be a subtle sign of selenium deficiency, although the connection has not been proven in horses. Deficiency effects on the muscle can cause cardiomyopathy, myositis (muscle inflammation), and white muscle disease (weak, pale muscles). Gross deficiency signs are growth retardation, cataract formation, retained placentas and eventual reproductive failure.

The requirement for selenium and the toxic level are not widely separated. The minimal requirement according to the

National Research Council is 0.1 mg/ kg of diet (1 mg per day for the average horse) depending on the age and use of the animal, while toxic levels start at 2 mg/kg of diet for the horse. A few zones in the U.S. have soils very high in selenium, and crops or forages grown in these soils can be toxic. Furthermore, there are selenium accumulator plants, such as milk vetch or woody aster, that superconcentrate selenium from the soil. Selenium accumulator plants can have 5 to 50 mg/kg selenium, so the potential for toxicity is obvious. Horses will generally avoid these plants because they have an unpleasant garlic-sulfur odor, except when forage availability is limited. Selenium appears to be more available for uptake by plants in alkaline soils. Horses grazing forage in zones of excessive soil selenium or selenium accumulator plants develop “alkali disease” which is characterized by hair loss from mane and tail, sloughing of hooves, joint erosion and lameness.

Excessive selenium can damage the liver, heart and skeletal muscle, cause degeneration of bones and joints and eventually lead to death. The presence of certain minerals (sulfur, copper, silver, mercury and arsenic) can decrease the toxicity of selenium because they can either interfere with absorption or

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No discussion on selenium would be complete

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without mentioning vitamin E. increase excretion of selenium. Horses can graze forage in areas with high levels of selenium in the soil when they concomitantly ingest these minerals.

This is not an ideal situation, but it is an explanation as to why some horses survive well on high selenium soils.

How Much is Enough?

The National Research Council (1989) defines the selenium requirement for the horse as 0.1 mg/kg of diet (mg/kg is the same as ppm). This is sufficient to prevent obvious signs of selenium deficiency in the mature, idle horse.

The FDA has also chosen this same amount as the legal limit for horse feeds. For a 1000 pound horse eating 10 kilograms of forage and grain per day, 1 milligram of selenium per day would meet his requirement. Since this would be the minimal requirement, how much would be required for optimal health of the horse? How much does age, health, and performance influence that requirement? Because exercise causes increased oxygen delivery to tissues and oxidation of energy substrate resulting in the generation of peroxides, the selenium requirement for the athletic horse should be increased. The recommendation for selenium in the performance horse may reasonably range from 2.5 to 3.5 mg per day, depending on work intensity, weight and environmental factors. This amount may or may not be supplied by a commercial grain mix if the feeding rate is high enough.

Recommendations Horseowners can ensure a horse has enough selenium in the diet with a few simple steps.

1) A test for blood selenium is the most effective measure to establish if a horse is getting enough selenium from its diet.

Whole blood provides a clearer picture of the long term efficacy of selenium supplementation; however, serum or plasma will suffice if that is all that is available.

2) Calculate how much the horse is getting from the forage and grain. If the hay comes from a selenium deficient region of the U.S., the horse is not likely to be deriving much selenium from the forage. The amount of selenium in straight grains (oats, corn, barley) is variable. A few laboratories will analyze forage and feed for selenium content, but the assay is rather expensive.

3) Find out how much selenium is in the horse feed. Most commercial mixes have added selenium, and many manufacturers list the amount on the tag. If selenium is not listed, the manufacturer should provide this information. If the horse is getting small amounts of a commercial mix, it may not be getting enough selenium because feeds are designed to be fed at a certain feeding rate. If a horse is getting 1 pound of a mix that is designed to be fed at 5 pounds per day, the horse in only getting 1/5 of the amount of selenium necessary. In a case like this, selenium supplementation may be prudent. supplementation may be prudent.

4) Check to see how much selenium is in any of the supplements being fed. It may be advisable to supplement selenium and vitamin E to any horse with a history of tying-up.

5) The total amount of selenium in the diet should be between 1 and 10 mg per day, depending on the size of the horse and the amount of work the horse is doing. Be careful to stay below 20 mg per day, as toxicity may develop at this point.

Selenium is an integral part of normal body function. Although it is only needed in small amounts, selenium is important in antioxidant defense, immune function, thyroid hormone production, and has possible anticarcinogenic effects. Although vitamin E can compensate for a deficiency of selenium, for optimal health and wellbeing of a horse adequate amounts of both should be provided.

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—Trish Palmer, SY Valley Every ranch talks about Champion bloodlines and blue ribbons. We have our fair share of both but what makes D Ranch so special is the combination of all the pieces needed to make a great Peruvian Horse, whether it's for show or enjoying out on the trail.

We start with excellent individuals from proven bloodlines. We add patient, gentle handling from the very start and impeccable training in the saddle.

Our horses are exposed to a wide variety of experiences: they don't just go around and around an arena. They are taken through obstacle courses, ridden on the trail and whatever else our trainer, Tony Botello, thinks of. To him, consistency and experience make all the difference.

Our young horses are trailer trained before they are saddle trained. Saddle training does not beginuntil they are 3 years old. They are trained for shows, trail and pleasure riding.

If you want a Champion, we certainly have those. But if you’re looking for more and want a horse that’s the complete package - bloodlines, beauty, strength, brio, gait and training, you definitely must come for a visit to D Ranch.

Home of strong, smooth, impeccably trained Peruvian Horses.

Contact us to visit our ranch in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley!

Maidy Dreyfuss, Owner • Tony Botello, Trainer/Manager Solvang, CA 93463 • (805) 688-0877 pasoranch@aol.com • www.dranch.com

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HOMELESS DOGS AND CATS NEED YOU Written by Julie Cousino, Executive Director

As summertime draws to a close and the days get a bit shorter and kids head back to school, the staff at Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society and DAWG are hoping for a chance to finally catch their breath…

Summer is always a little bit different in the animal shelter world, and this year brought it’s own set of surprises. Warmer weather means, very simply, there are more animals. Orphaned kittens, lost and injured dogs from fireworks, and owners unable to care for their pets are the norm for the end of summer here.

However, we’d like to think that, when the Santa Ynez Humane Society and D.A.W.G decided to join forces in 2019, we combined our knowledge, experience, and animal saving visions, and as a result, we are accomplishing great and noticeable things.

Since our collaboration, we have seen a steady increase in the number of animals we’ve been able to assist and find homes for, and we’ve seen a decrease in the amount of time pets wait in the shelter before finding their new forever home. In our first year of collaboration, the number of animals adopted rose from 464 to 720---and those numbers continue to climb. This year already, our clinic has performed more than 442 surgeries to ensure animals leave adopted to their new forever home as healthy as possible, and 526 total animals have been adopted!

Our veterinary clinic also provides low-cost vaccinations, spays and neuters and dental work to the community. In 2020, our veterinary clinic completed 637 spays/neuters, 28 dentals and 1073 vaccinations--all during a pandemic!

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currently replacing an air conditioner that was on it’s last leg (and the animals who can’t take off their coats are oh-sograteful!). We also have pets like Aramis, a kitten who can steal your heart in an instant who was raised from neonate to mighty three-month-old, all while battling an unspecified genetic disorder that our medical staff is committed to diagnose and care for, and Rico, a handsome three-year-old chihuahua who’s overwhelmed by the world and looking for his human security blanket.

These are just two of so many very different pet personalities we’re hoping to match with their forever homes.

Our veterinary clinic also provides low-cost vaccinations, spays and neuters and dental work to the community. In 2020, our veterinary clinic completed 637 spays/neuters, 28 dentals and 1073 vaccinations--all during a pandemic!

We could not be prouder of the work we’re accomplishing and wanted to share some of our success stories with you.

Why, you might ask? Because, these accomplishments can only be achieved due to the support and partnership of our community. Whether you have welcomed a foster pet into your home, recommended us to your neighbor as the place to adopt their next furry friend, or offered a monetary donation to our

organization so we can continue to fulfill our passion of saving lives, we thank you!

If you’ve thought about volunteering with our organization but didn’t know who to contact or what opportunities we might have for you, please drop us a line!

We need homes for nursing moms and their kittens, sometimes a dog just needs a break from the shelter, we always have laundry, and some of the best things in life that nearly all our animals crave is just a human to hang out with them and make everything feel “normal” again for a little while. We can be reached at: info@syvhumane.org or (805) 688-8224.

With the assistance of donors and a generous foundation, we have been able to lay artificial turf in our dog play yards and install new fencing which allows more dogs to enjoy time outside, have less stress on their legs and paws, and promote better cleanliness. We’re

As the world recovers from COVID-19, our operations are also still recovering, and thus a bit different. We are planning several fun (and tasty!) events for this year. Just recently, peasants Feast in Solvang hosted a burger night fundraiser on our behalf, and we’re looking ahead to a pet costume party at Flatbread in Los Alamos in October, pies for sale in November and holiday wreaths in December, so stay tuned! We are on Facebook and Instagram (Sana Ynez Valley Humane Society and DAWG and syvhumanedawg), or you can find event updates, as well as adoptable pets, on our website: www.syvhumane.org .

We believe that we are stronger together—Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society, DAWG and you—our friends and neighbors, fosters and volunteers.

Our goal of increasing our life-saving efforts can only be achieved by the support of many. We are asking you, if you are able to consider a one-time, monthly, or a succession planning donation to help us continue saving lives. The hundreds of cats, kittens, dogs and puppies we assist annually need an advocate for them.

Could you help us continue to help them?

Julie Cousino Executive Director, SYVHS and DAWG (805) 688-8224 executivedirector@syvhumane.org www.syvhumane.org

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WAGONS HO!

Written by Linda Elder Corral 14 Secretary

ETI Corral 14 Western Wagons, once called the Shetland Pony Club of the Antelope Valley was founded in 1965 by a group of folks who had once had horses but now felt ponies would be easier to handle. In December of 1967 they drove their ponies 60 miles through Death Valley to Furnace Creek Ranch to the 49ers encampment. (The Death Valley 49ers started as a non-profit organization in 1949 to work in connection with the

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California State Centennial Celebration to produce an authentic, historical pageant in Death Valley glorifying the spirit of the California pioneers.)

This was the start of the annual Death Valley Drive which Corral 14 holds in conjunction with the 49er celebration.

In the 1980’s the “ponies only” rule was changed to accommodate more club members and the Shetland Pony Club became Corral 14 Western Wagons.

Corral 14 continues to be a “Driving Club” with members participating in Drive/Rides with horses, mules, donkeys and mini’s pulling everything from covered wages to carriages.

Members who do not drive participate as outriders and assist with the wagons.

We try to schedule an organized activity for the members at least once a month with things like Play Days, Weekend Drives and horse or mule related seminars. Our two big drives are in

May when we do the Lone Pine to Bishop Drive which is 65 miles and in November when we do the Death Valley Drive which is 60 or 100 miles. We’ve had passengers come from as far as England to participate in one of these drives and teamsters with their Color Guard leading the Wagon Train into Furnace Creek ( Dolly Kouri Photo) teams from Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, Texas Montana, and even Additional activities we have had Arkansas. Traveling in a cover wagon this year include the Llano Drive in is life at 4 miles an hour, traveling the January, Barstow Play Day in February, trails of the original brave pioneers Bakersfield Scenic Preserve Drive in who settled our wonderful land. The March, Wild Flower Drive in April and camaraderie and friendships that then the Lone Pine to Bishop Drive in develop on these drives will last a May followed by the Onyx Drive in June. lifetime. This is a family oriented In August we had a Moonlight Drive in activity and we are now enjoying a third Mojave and are looking forward to the generation of teamsters Long Ears Drive in September and then

the Inyokern Drive in October followed by the Death Valley Drive in November.

Corral 14 has been in existence for over 50 years with the goal of preserving and acquiring riding, hiking and wagon trails, promoting better horsemanship, supporting legislation that will benefit horsemen in general and sponsoring

events such as wagon drive/rides, clinics and play days. We donate to “One Spade Youth” which is an organization that helps inner-city youths and donate to the 49er scholarship fund.

For more photos and information, like us on Facebook or visit our website at Corral14.com

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REASONS YOU SHOULD CONSIDER SELLING YOUR HOME THIS YEAR Written by: Kathy Fissori, Realtor® If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate seller’s market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later.

1. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly According to the Realtors Confidence Index released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homes continue to sell quickly – on average, they’re selling in just 17 days. As a seller, that’s great news for you. Average days on market is a strong indicator of buyer demand. And, if homes are selling quickly, buyers have to be more decisive and act fast to submit their offer before other buyers swoop in.

2. Buyers Are Willing to Compete for Your House In addition to selling quickly, homes are receiving multiple offers. That same survey shows sellers are seeing an average of 4.5 offers, and they’re competitive ones! Buyers today know bidding wars are a likely outcome, and they’re coming prepared with their best offer in hand.

Receiving several offers on your house means you can select the one that makes the most sense for your situation and financial well-being.

3. When Supply Is Low, Your House Is in the Spotlight One of the most significant challenges for motivated buyers is the current number of homes that are on the market for sale, also known as inventory of homes for sale. Though it’s improving, the inventory remains at near-record lows. If you’re looking to take advantage of buyer demand and get the most

attention for your house, selling now, before more listings come to the market, might be your best option.

4. If You’re Thinking of Moving Up, Now May Be the Time If your current home no longer meets your needs, it may be the perfect time to make a move. Today, homeowners are gaining a significant amount of wealth through growing equity. You can leverage that equity, plus current low mortgage rates, to power your move now. But these near-historic low mortgage rates won’t last forever. Experts forecast interest rates will rise. When rates rise, even modestly, it’ll impact your monthly payment and, by extension, your purchasing power. In their most recent forecast, Freddie Mac says: “While we forecast rates to increase gradually later in the year, we don’t expect to see a rapid increase. At the end of the year, we forecast 30-year rates will

be around 3.4%, rising to 3.8% by the fourth quarter of 2022.”

Bottom Line If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to sell, there may not be a better chance than right now. The combination of housing supply challenges, low mortgage rates, and extremely motivated buyers gives sellers a unique opportunity this season.

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ON THE ROAD: PREVENTING DEHYDRATION WHILE TRAVELING WITH YOUR HORSE Written by By Jennie Eilerts, Pro Earth Animal Health, Inc.

You’ve probably experienced it firsthand. You reach your destination and unload your horse, only to realize that his eyes look a little sunken or he just seems a bit dull. Despite offering him water several times along the way, he refused to drink. Competition is the next morning and you’re fighting the clock to get him rehydrated and ready to give his all. Sound familiar?

Dehydration in your horse can create headaches for both of you. Inadequate water consumption may lead to colic, diminished performance, and even gastric ulcers. One of the biggest challenges you may face if you haul your horse regularly is keeping them properly hydrated while on the road and when you reach your destination.

Horses can become dehydrated rapidly; to put it into perspective, a 1,200 lb horse requires a minimum of 5 – 10 gallons per day. This means that they need to be drinking an average of about a gallon per hour during the day to maintain basic hydration.

Here are a few easy tips to help your horse stay hydrated on the road and away from home: In nature horses get part of their daily

Horses can become dehydrated rapidly; to put it into perspective, a 1,200 lb horse requires a minimum of 5 – 10 gallons per day. This means that they need to be drinking an average of about a gallon per hour during the day to maintain basic hydration. hydration from their feed. Mimic this by offering a moisture-rich meal before heading out. There are a few ways this can be achieved – one common and easy way to do this is by soaking their hay in water for about an hour prior to feeding.

Be sure to feed in a trough or bucket so the damp hay doesn’t pick up excess dirt. Some horses absolutely love a soupy mash or grain meal; you can also soak alfalfa or hay pellets. If you’re going to be on the road for a while, consider hanging a hay net filled with soaked hay to provide boredom relief and keep your horse hydrated. Be careful to not allow wet hay to sit too long in warm temperatures — alfalfa, especially, can start to spoil quickly when wet and exposed to heat.

You can continue this practice when

you arrive at your stopping point to give them that extra little boost.

Take water from home with you. While it isn’t always feasible to haul a full supply of water with you if you’re going to be gone for a long period of time, take enough for two or three days. You can even start to mix the “home water” with the new supply to help them adjust. Horses tend to refuse water that is “foreign” or tastes or smells different from the water they’re used to drinking at home. This can go a long way toward ensuring that your horses are going to drink when you arrive at your destination.

Flavor unfamiliar water. If you can’t bring a large enough supply of water from home, try a water additive such as apple juice or Zesterra® to help perk up the taste of the new water and encourage drinking. It’s a good idea to start this practice ahead of leaving so that he

develops a taste for the flavored water and will gladly drink it anywhere.

Stop at regular intervals to offer water.

Be sure to make water available regularly while traveling — a good rule of thumb is every 2 – 4 hours.

Make regular pit stops. Some horses refuse to urinate in the trailer. If feasible, allow him to get off the trailer and walk around a bit and if needed, urinate. An animal that has an empty bladder is much more likely to be willing to drink.

Help your horse maintain a neutral gut pH. Discomfort from an acidic stomach (even in the absence of ulcers) makes it uncomfortable for them to take in feed and water. Roughage (hay or alfalfa) along with adequate water helps to keep the pH level at optimum levels.

Eliminating some of the travel stress for your horse will also help eliminate travel stress on you. Keeping your horse hydrated on the road helps ensure that they won’t experience colic or other dehydration-related issues that are the bane of horse owners.

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STRESSLESS HORSE SUPPLEMENT

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Whether at the top levels of competition or just day to day interactions with your horses, StressLess show safe equine supplement is the key to promoting a calm mind, focus and mood balance.

Centerline Distribution, the top distributor of StressLess horse supplement in the United States, has announced its new focus on assisting the equestrian community in California reach their goals and improve their experiences with their horses.

This proven hot horse remedy is not limited to any one type of riding. Across the board of all disciplines, StressLess promotes a decrease in anxiety, overstimulation and nervousness. This results in an increase in focus, a calm mind and mood balance. StressLess enhances behavior modification and trainability with a marked decrease in poor performance.

Make StressLess your “go to” for training, competing and performance at your horse’s highest level. Here are just a few of our latest testimonials: “StressLess has been a life saver during difficult training phases with some of my young horses. There are a lot of calming products on the market, but I’m confident in StressLess’s results and safety. Rather than a product that only has short term effects, StressLess builds up in their systems and over time, I have decreased the amount of scoops I give everyday. I love that it doesn’t make my horses feel drowsy or dopey, but still eases their nerves to make our rides productive and safe.

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StressLess is helping all my horses stay calm and focused in daily work, with crazy weather, and during travel and competing, but does not take away their energy and ability to perform at the highest levels!”

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Developed by a team of experts, StressLess is a unique equine supplement unlike the magnesium and B12 based products on the market today. What makes it different? StressLess is a caseinbased feed additive that has shown an incredible result on horses of all ages.

Casein is the protein derived from cow’s milk that results in a gentle anxiety relieving reaction in many animal

species including horses, dogs, cats and even humans. The casein in StressLess comes from an all-natural process called an enzymatic reaction. When the final product is ingested by horses, the equine brain presents a decrease in stress reactions. Hot or spooky horses exhibit a decrease in agitation, over-excitability and nervousness.

How is StressLess given?

We recommend 4 scoops a day for 1-2 weeks. Fed all in one serving, not split into AM and PM doses. After 1-2 weeks, you should be able to decrease the dose down to 2-3 scoops a day as a maintenance dose.

For super hot, distracted, anxious horses you may want to start with 6 scoops a day for 1-2 weeks. Fed all in one serving, not split. Once you see a difference in behavior and focus you can begin to decrease the dose by one scoop per day, per week until you get to a maintenance dose of 2-4 scoops a day.

and safety. “ modification and a marked decrease in poor performance. Best of all, StressLess does not affect a horse’s abilities in any way.

StressLess is the brain child of an elite group of research veterinarians, trainers and horse owners. This dream team set out to formulate a hot horse remedy that would be safe for long-or shortterm use with no side effects such as drowsiness or impaired motor function.

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The head of US distribution for StressLess is Betty Ledyard with her company Centerline Distribution, based in Florida. As a lifetime equestrian herself, she discovered StressLess Horse Supplement for her own equine companion and the results were so profound she knew she had to get the product out to a wider audience in order to help others.

The positive feedback from those benefitting from StressLess comes from every corner of the equestrian world: horse rescue organizations, champion trainers, junior riders, barrel racers, event riders, jockeys, show jumpers, dressage riders, Olympians, and backyard trail riders, among many others. They report receptivity to training and behavior

Important situations like showing, traveling, medical procedures, prolonged stall rest, moving, adoption, meeting new animals/people, and regular training are all times when StressLess may benefit your horse’s mood and disposition. Find out more at centerlinedistribution.net or look for us on Facebook and Instagram as StressLess Horse Supplement.

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“I’ve known Heidi and her family as their veterinarian and friend for over 30 years. The Bradbury’s have a great love for all animals and their care and dedication to their animal family has been, and still is, a great inspiration. Cold Nose, Warm Heart is truly heartwarming and clearly reflects Heidi’s genuine connection to the wonderful world of animals, as well as giving us all a chance to feel happy and smile. The quotes are fantastic. The artwork is so creative and fun. I love this book. Everyone will love this book. I can’t wait for the next edition!”

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Learn more about how to work with Aly and the APBC Team at WWW.ALYSPUPPYBOOTCAMP.COM See what she and the dogs are up to daily on Facebook and Instagram

Aly has many ways to access her winning training strategies called the Pillars of Pack Leadership.

• IN PERSON TRAINING programs at her 3.5 acres of doggie heaven • ONLINE EDUCATION with her videobased, comprehensive course, called THE Pillars of Pack Leadership ACADEMY • Aly's book, The Pillars of Pack Leadership • PERSONALIZED TRAINING VIDEOS created just for you • MEMBERSHIP in Aly's Insider Club where you get LIVE weekly access to her private FB group • 1:1 Coaching via ZOOM or FACETIME

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DIY ROAD TRIP SNACKS FOR FIDO Written by Jessica Roberts

Ginger Mint Tea for a Carsick Canine

Embarking on a pet-friendly road trip?

Don’t forget to pack the snacks! We’ve created four healthy DIY dog snacks that are easy to make and take with you on the road. Whether you’re heading off on a day trip or driving across the country, with these treats on hand you’ll certainly have one happy canine companion.

Fido's Road Trip Trail Mix Although stovetop popcorn calls for oil and salt, you should omit them in order to keep this recipe dog-friendly.

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Photos by BringFido/Jessica Roberts

Turmeric Sweet Potato Jerky

Ingredients

Unfortunately, our furry friends can sometimes get a bit queasy in the car, just like us. This dog-friendly tea includes two natural ingredients proven to help relieve mild nausea in dogs and humans: mint and ginger. To soothe an upset pup's stomach on the road, serve just small amounts at a time.

• ½ cup stovetop popcorn kernels • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas • 1 cup carrots, peeled and diced • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce • 1 cup frozen blueberries, thawed and rinsed Instructions

Ingredients

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• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

• Fresh ginger

Preheat the oven to 225º F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

• ⅓ cup low sodium peanut butter • 1 tbs chia seeds

• Coconut oil

Spread the peas and carrots in a single layer on one baking sheet, and blueberries on the second. It is not necessary to thaw the peas before dehydrating, but thaw and rinse blueberries or they will get messy!

• ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut

• 1-2 medium to large sweet potatoes

Bake for 2 to 4 hours until crisp.

Place the popcorn kernels in a single layer on the bottom of a large pot with a tight-fitting lid.

Heat on the stovetop over medium-high, and listen as the kernels pop. When the popping slows to an interval of every second or two, turn the stove off and remove the pot from heat to cool.

Allow all ingredients to cool to room temperature before mixing up Fido’s Road Trip Trail Mix. Portion into serving sizes appropriate for your pooch (this recipe typically results in 4 - 6 servings).

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• ½ cup apple, diced Instructions

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• 1 tsp ground turmeric Instructions

• 3-5 peppermint leaves Instructions Peel and slice about 6 quarter-inch thick slices of ginger.

Preheat the oven to 225º F. Grease a wire rack with coconut oil and set it on a rimmed baking sheet.

Put ginger slices and 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and then turn off the stovetop. Allow to steep for 20 minutes.

Mix oats and peanut butter until well combined. Stir in rehydrated chia seeds, shredded coconut and diced apple.

Scrub sweet potato and cut in half, lengthwise. Then slice into thin pieces.

Toss in a bowl with the ground turmeric until well-coated.

Strain ginger-infused water with a mesh sieve into a container and add whole mint leaves. Refrigerate for at least one hour.

Put the mixture in an 8 x 8 baking pan (or similar size dish) lined with parchment paper. Cover with plastic wrap and press down firmly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.

Lay strips on the wire rack and cook in the preheated oven for 3 to 5 hours, depending on how thick you sliced the sweet potatoes and your pup’s preferred amount of crispiness.

Remove mint leaves and serve cold.

Before heading off on a road trip, transfer to an insulated water bottle to keep the tea chilled and fresh.

Cut and wrap individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper. (If you refrigerate longer, the bars will need to rest at room temperature to be soft enough to cut).

Once they have cooled, these dehydrated sweet potato jerky treats are ready to be enjoyed. Wrap pre-portioned sizes individually for easy treats on the road.

Soak chia seeds in 2 tablespoons of cold water for 10 minutes. The chia seeds should absorb most or all of the water.

Thank you to BringFido for this article. www.bringfido.com

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Gain competitive experience at the Park.

2 ex Young horse program

Ushja outreach program

Gain EXperience and EXposure.

All horses 7 years and younger can opt into unique opportunities to capture and share video footage of their rounds.

Building experience at USEF-rated shows? With waived association fees, the USHJA Outreach Program is the perfect opportunity.

Discounted stalls for horses 7 years old and younger, members of Pony Club, IEA or intercollegiate equestrian teams.

Paso Pumpkins & Ponies O ctOber 14-17, 2021

turkey trot & jump

N Ovember 18-21, 2021

Learn more at www.PasoRoblesHorsePark.com/B-Series

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EQUINE EVENT CALENDAR Please note that the following events were posted as of September 25, 2021 but may be cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Please confirm each event before you attend.

Each Sunday In October Team Roping in Moorpark Sign-up 10:00 am - Roping Event 11:00 am Practice (suggested requirement) Tuesday and Friday with 1st Horse $25.00, 2nd Horse $10.00.

Visit www.mtperformancehorses.com for more about the Ranch.

MT Performance Horses & Cattle Company 6397 Gabbert Road Moorpark, CA 93021 Contact Info: Marc Blumberg (818) 422-9636 October 6-10 LA Fall Festival 9AM-5PM Hunter Jumper Show Los Angeles Equestrian Center West Palm Events Contact: Adrienne Karazissis (ak@ westpalmsevents.com) October 9-10 SBCRC Fall Classic Horse Show 6AM-6PM Earl Warren Showgrounds Contact: Lance Bennett (760)525-8933 October 13 LA National Hunter Jumper Show 9AM-5PM Los Angeles Equestrian Center Contact: Adrienne Karazissis (ak@ westpalmsevents.com)

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October 14-17

October 23

October 29-31

Paso Pumpkins & Ponies USEF Regional I Rating, USEF Jumper Rating 1 Paso Robles Horse Park Contact: (805) 369-1338 EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS IS A PROUD SPONSOR

SYV Therapeutic Riders Roundup Santa Ynez Equestrian Center Lower Level Contact: ckat@syvea.org

LA Halloween Spooktacular Hansen Dam Horse Park West Palm Events Contact: Adrienne Karazissis (ak@ westpalmsevents.com)

October 24th-

October 30-31

Dressage Schooling Show and Ride a Course Jumping Clinic 8AM Santa Ynez Valley Equestrian Center.

195 North Refugio in Santa Ynez.

Non pressured, fun day of competition.

“L’ judge for dressage and jumping judge of prominence to offer verbal notes after each riders round. This is not a hunter/ Jumper show. Show offers Classical, Eventing and Western Dressage. Open card for jumping starting at cross rails up for two hours, then 2’, then 2’6 then 3’.

Contact info – Carole Bennett (805) 452-7400 or carole@onthebit.show

EIL Horse Show Hansen Dam Horse Park Contact: (818) 896-6514

October 15, 16 and 17 ETI Corral 14 Western Wagons Inyokern Drive/Ride 955 Owens Peak, Inyokern, CA 93527 Friday arrive, Drive/Ride on own Dinner at 5pm Saturday Guided Drive/Ride leaves promptly at 9:30 am, about 5 hours 10 11 miles. Pack a lunch for 30 min lunch break. Saturday evening Pot Luck about 5pm with live entertainment.

Sunday Potluck breakfast then people can Drive/Ride or attend a Packing Demo.

Contact: Katie Christman (661) 824-2250 ckmoonraker@earthlink.net Denise Smith (760) 977-6046 mulemamm3@gmail.com October 16 Sant Ynez Therapeutic Riding/SM Elks/Kids Camp Day Santa Ynez Equestrian Center Lower Level Contact: ckat@syvea.org October 21-24 Rider’s Cup 9AM-5PM Hunter Jumper Show Los Angeles Equestrian Center Contact: Adrienne Karazissis (ak@ westpalmsevents.com) October 22-24 ETI Horse Show Hansen Dam Horse Park Contact: (818) 896-6514

October 28-31 CRHA Challenge Western/ Reining California Reining Horse Association Los Angeles Equestrian Center Contact: Shawn Martin (623) 217-3879 October 29-30 The USEA Future Event Horse West Coast Championships & The Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse West Coast Championships & FEH Qualifier Twin Rivers Ranch – Paso Robles Thursday: FEH & YEH Last Chance Qualifier Friday: USEA Future Event Horse West Coast Championships & The Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse West Coast Championships Dressage & Conformation Saturday: The Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse West Coast Championships Jumping Contact: Connie@twinrivershorsepark. com Phone: 805.235.0397

October 31 Foundations for Mounted Archery and Bridleless Horse—with Heather Lomax Hidden CreekRanch-Frazer Park Foundations for the bridleless horse and archery horse – with Heather Lomax Bring your horse and come join the fun. In this clinic, Heather will focus on the training methods and strategies that develop solid foundations and communication between horse and rider. All breeds and disciplines welcome.

Day 1 – Your clinician will introduce the “less in more” approach to horse rider communication. Seat aides, voice commands, and the path to creating the concept self carriage for your horse.

From there we will work on techniques to develop even and constant speed at any gait – walk, trot, (gaited horses too), and/or canter.

Day 2 – Heather will help you apply things learned on day 1 and introduce training methods on barrierless, 90m strait track, and Hunt courses.

Both days will incorporate effective body positions while shooting a bow from your horse.

Note: This clinic is designed for those who want to develop a more connected experience with their horse and train the archery horse. If you have not had training/experience shooting “horse bow” type equipment you will have to take a short intro to horse archery equipment training on Friday.

Contact: (661) 319-2644

EQUINE EVENT CALENDAR October 30

November 3-7

November 18-21

December 4-5

CDS Dressage Show 8AM Cornerstone Dressage The Paddock Riding Club-Los Angeles Contact: (323) 662-3523

Paso Park Fall Classic USEF National (A) Hunter Rated & Jumper Rating 4 Paso Robles Horse Park Contact: (805) 369-1338 EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS IS A PROUD SPONSOR

LA Season Finale Hansen Dam Horse Park West Palm Events Contact: Adrienne Karazissis (ak@ westpalmsevents.com)

Winter Wonderland Schooling Local Show Paso Robles Horse Park Contact: (805) 369-1338 EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS IS A PROUD SPONSOR

October 31 Schooling Halloween One Day Horse Trials Twin Rivers Ranch – Paso Robles Contact: Connie@twinrivershorsepark. com Phone: 805.235.0397 Each Sunday In November Team Roping in Moorpark Sign-up 10:00 am - Roping Event 11:00 am Practice (suggested requirement) Tuesday and Friday with 1st Horse $25.00, 2nd Horse $10.00.

Visit www.mtperformancehorses.com for more about the Ranch.

MT Performance Horses & Cattle Company 6397 Gabbert Road Moorpark, CA 93021 Contact Info: Marc Blumberg (818) 422-9636

November 3-7 UCLA Horse Show Hansen Dam Horse Park Contact:: (818) 896-6514 November 6-7 NRCHA & SYVCH Club Show Santa Ynez Equestrian Center Upper Arenas Contact: ckat@syvea.org November 10-14 Paso Park Oak Tree Classic USEF National (A) Hunter Rated & Jumper Rating 4 Paso Robles Horse Park Contact: (805) 369-1338 EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS IS A PROUD SPONSOR

November 18-21 Turkey Trot & Jump USEF Regional 1 Rating, USEF Jumper Rating 1 Paso Robles Horse Park Contact: (805) 369-1338 EQUINE AND CANINE NEWS IS A PROUD SPONSOR Each Sunday in December Team Roping in Moorpark Sign-up 10:00 am - Roping Event 11:00 am Practice (suggested requirement) Tuesday and Friday with 1st Horse $25.00, 2nd Horse $10.00.

Visit www.mtperformancehorses.com for more about the Ranch.

MT Performance Horses & Cattle Company 6397 Gabbert Road Moorpark, CA 93021 Contact Info: Marc Blumberg (818) 422-9636

November 13-14 November 2 -12 54th Annual Death Valley Drive and Ride Maximum of 15 wagons allow per Park Service. We will accept the first 145 paid applicants only.

For liability reasons: Driver/Owner must be a current standing member of Corral 14. EVERY PERSON on the drive must be a member of ETI Corral 14, or a single event member ($10.00/ per person for the event) SEE CORRAL 14 WEBSITE FOR APPLICATION AND WAIVER TO BE FILLED OUT AND SENT TO SUE MARTZOLF (submit before 9/15/2021) Sue Martzolf POB 2013, Wrightwood, CA 92397-2013 e-mail: sue.a.mart14@gmail.com cell # 760-662-6102

SBCRC Harvest Special Horse Show 8AM Earl Warren Showgrounds Contact: Lance Bennett (760) 525-8933 November 13-14 CDS Dressage Show (Tentative Dates) Santa Ynez Equestrian Center Lower Arenas Contact: ckat@syvea.org

December 4-5 Thoroughbred Classic Holiday Show All Breed LA Equestrian Center California Retirement Management Account Contact: Natalie Reitkerk (626-5746654) December 4-5 ETI Horse Show Hansen Dam Horse Park Contact: (818) 896-6514

December 5 VPA Christmas Holiday Party & Draw Sorting Santa Ynez Equestrian Center Upper Arenas Contact: ckat@syvea.org December 11 SBSST Christmas Party Santa Ynez Equestrian Center Party Barn Contact: ckat@syvea.org December 11-12 Dressage Holiday Special (Tentative) 9AM -9PM Los Angeles Equestrian Center Dressage Show Cornerstone Event Management Contact: Glenda McElroy (818-8413554) December 12thDressage Schooling Show and Ride a Course Jumping Clinic 8AM Santa Ynez Valley Equestrian Center.

195 North Refugio in Santa Ynez.

Non pressured, fun day of competition.

“L’ judge for dressage and jumping judge of prominence to offer verbal notes after each riders round. This is not a hunter/ Jumper show. Show offers Classical, Eventing and Western Dressage. Open card for jumping starting at cross rails up for two hours, then 2’, then 2’6 then 3’.

Contact info – Carole Bennett (805) 452-7400 or carole@onthebit.show

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October 16 Santa Anita Park Presents Pinktober with Pink’s Hot Dogs benefiting the American Cancer Society The Great Race Place is thinking hot dogs for a good cause this October!

We’re teaming up with the Hollywood Legend Pink’s Hot Dogs to bring you trackside fun and their delicious hot dogs on Saturday, October 16th! Our Pinktober package not only hooks you up with one of Pink’s famous dogs and access to the amazing views of our trackside live racing, but 100 % of each ticket sold benefits the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer thanks to our very generous sponsors! So rock your pink and show your support.

Santa Anita Park (Enter Gate 8 or Gate 3) // West Apron The horses run right by you Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.

Pink’s Hot Dogs – A Hollywood Legend since 1939 Craft Beer & a full bar are available. $25 General Online PINKTOBER Package includes (all proceeds go to the American Cancer Society) One Pink’s Famous Loaded Hot Dog

or Chili Dog One Bag of Assorted Lay’s Potato Chips Admission (includes racing program + general parking) Open Grandstand Seating (first come, first serve) Tip Sheet Trackside picnic tables and high tops are reserved for VIP purchasers. $35 VIP PINKTOBER (all proceeds go to the American Cancer Society) All General Package Items above Reserved Seating (picnic table or 4-person high top) (Minimum 4 – maximum of 12) 100% of each ticket sold benefits the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Pink’s Hot Dog Options Dog: All-Beef Stretch, Veggie or Turkey Choice of Toppings: Pink’s famous chili, cheese, bacon bits, guacamole, sauerkraut, jalapenos, chopped tomatoes, cole slaw, onion, relish, ketchup and mustard.

October 30 WIGGLE Waggle Fall Festival Woods Human Society 12PM – 3PM Join us for our first ever Wiggle Waggle Fall Festival, sponsored by Saint Francis Capital Wealth Management and Perfect Union!

Bring the whole family, including

leashed and dog-friendly dogs, to Woods SLO on October 30th, from 12-3 p.m. to enjoy this FREE fallthemed pet fair and a whole lot of HOWL-o-ween fun!

Enter the Kids’ and Canines’ Costume Contests Enjoy canine carnival activities like the Stuffed-Animal Pull, Pup-Cake Walk, or bobbing for tennis balls in the Doggy Splash Zone Take family photo-ops in the Woods PUP-kin Patch Go trick-or-treating and shopping in the open-air Wiggle Waggle “Flea” Market and Pet Fair! You’ll find local artisan goods, paw-some raffle items, delicious food, face painting, and more!

If your pet needs a microchip, visit our next-door neighbors at SLO Animal Services who will be offering FREE microchips during the event (while supplies last) 875 Oklahoma Ave San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 P. (805) 543-9316 F. (805) 543-9524 November 12 3rd Annual Poodle Palooza Empowering Functional Independence3:30PM – 5:30PM Mobility Service Dog West Cast Project Virtual Experience Pasadena, CA USA For more information: https:// msdwcp.betterworld.org/events/EFI

Check our website: New Dates and Locations Continually Added

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December 11 Santa’s Doggie Parade Registration 10:00-11:00 a.m.; Parade 11:00 a.m.-Noon Avila Beach Promenade at San Miguel Street, Avila Beach, CA 93424 The Avila Beach Civic Association will be sponsoring its annual costume contest with the categories that include: Best Costume, Best Dog/ Owner Look Alike, Best Holiday Look, Funniest Costume, and Best in Show. Participants must register and be checked-in on the Promenade prior to the beginning of the parade.

They will receive a yummy goodie bag from Petco - Arroyo Grande and a participant ribbon for their pet(s).

Volunteers are always needed so please get in touch at avilabeachcc@gmail. com or call 805-627-1997. You can also check our website www.avilabeachcc. com for the registration form and additional details of this fun event at which you can take holiday pictures with your furry friend and Santa!

Contact info for more details: avilabeachcc@gmail.com, 805-6271997, avilabeachcc.com

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