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All Breeds • All Disciplines

Volume 3 Number 9

Scenes from the Saratoga Horse & Tack Expo ~ Page 18 Back problems in horses ~ Page 2

COLUMNISTS Judy Van Put

Horse Tales Lynn Palm

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Mitzi Summers Summers ET

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Back problems in horses ~ the examination

by Judy Van Put Last month we discussed back problems in horses, and how important it was to use a saddle that fits your horse properly. I had noticed my new mare, Morgan, exhibiting symptoms of back problems — subtle at first, but then digressing to where she would not stand still to be saddled or mounted as I stepped up on the mounting block.

Just that week, I had gone on a trail ride with a friend who told me of the experience she had with her mare that also had back problems. She gave me the name and contact information for Dr. Ray Derman, of Blackwood, NJ. I decided to give him a call and see what he could do for Morgan.

I was happy to see how well he and Morgan got along. She stood still for her examination, which started at the top of her head and progressed down her neck, along her withers and back to her tail. We discussed the symptoms she’d been exhibiting, including one I’d forgotten about — her discomfort when I tried to fit a crupper strap on her.

As Dr. Derman was examining her, he mentioned that she was definitely sore and out of adjustment in the pelvic area and sacrum. The sacrum is the tailbone — it is followed by ligaments and then the tail; pain in this area would explain her discomfort with the crupper.

Upon further investigation, he found that she was also sore in her ribs and lumbar area. The five or six lumbar vertebrae are located in the most powerful and flexible area of the horse’s back — however, there is very little support for them, and this becomes one of the weakest areas of the horse’s spine.

Although it would be very difficult to figure out exactly what caused Morgan’s back problems to begin with, Dr. Der-

man said that her soreness was similar to that found in a driving horse. Knowing that she had been trained to drive before I got her, it made sense that at least some of her discomfort may have stemmed from a driving incident. This might explain why she was so touchy when being fitted with the crupper strap. In addition, a poorly fitting saddle would cause additional discomfort. Her right shoulder was very stiff, and he suggested daily exercises to help loosen her up after the adjustments he did.

I was instructed to do the following exercises twice a day: turning her in tight circles 10 times on one side, watching how she crossed her hind feet over; then 10 tight circles to the other side. She could barely cross one hind foot over the other on her right side, and took a lot of small steps when we first started — but the hope was that these daily exercises would help further the improvement from the adjustments, and loosen up the pelvic area.

We went back to see Dr. Derman about three weeks later. I had done the daily exercises with Morgan and seen some progress; I’d given her time off from riding, as I was waiting for my new trial saddle to arrive.

For the most part, Dr. Derman used his hands to work on her. He checked each area of her body looking for tightness and inflammation. She had been touchy when being groomed on her sides and neck; he said the rib area up high on her sides seemed okay but down lower the ribs can get out of alignment. I learned that the ribs connect with the vertebrae of the withers, and even if they get a little bit out of alignment, the articulation is not good and the intercostal nerve can become quite sore. Dr. Derman said you can have a problem in your

The jaw area (temporomandibular joint, or TMJ) was checked. Morgan’s discomfort in this area could be a combination of poll, teeth and TMJ problems, and Dr. Derman suggested having the dentist check her teeth.

Morgan’s left shoulder was tighter than the right; the weakness and discomfort in her right hip and pelvic region would cause an overload in her left shoulder to compensate. Dr. Derman picked up her front foot and slowly crossed it over in front of the other to free up the scapula.

Photos by Judy Van Put back and feel pain all the way around in your chest!

He said she could be an extra sensitive horse. I mentioned that at her former home she had been blanketed regularly every time it rained, but that I was not used to blanketing horses, rather depended on my horses growing a winter coat for protection. Dr. Derman said he had worked at a stable with high-end dressage horses that were shaved, with two to three blankets on, and they had the worst backs he’d ever seen! He figured it was the weight of being very heavily blanketed that was causing all their problems. After working on Morgan’s rib area she seemed less sensitive to my brushing her.

In the front end, there were shoulder restrictions. Morgan’s left shoulder was tighter than the right; the weakness and discomfort in her right hip and pelvic region would cause an overload in her left shoulder to compensate for her discomfort. Dr. Derman picked up her front foot and slowly crossed it over in front of the other to free up the scapula. We heard a satisfying “pop” of the knee joint, after which Morgan let out her breath. She could feel the release and after the session, she stood with her head down and her eyes half closed.

A check of her jaw showed that she needed some adjustment there — and that it was time for her teeth to be checked, as poor teeth can cause a lot of

problems. Dr. Derman said the only primary sensory input areas the horse has are the hooves and teeth — basically that’s all they can feel with, all that they’re taking in. He went on to say that there are three types of neuro receptors (nerve endings) and that the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the most highly innervated. This is a very critical area, as everything in the horse’s embryological development starts here in the TMJ area with the neural crest cell. If the TMJ gets out of alignment, the horse can exhibit poll, neck and shoulder problems.

The poll area contains a number of acupuncture points — and at times the poll will get out (of alignment) and cause tension in the region of the TMJ. He suggested having the dentist come sooner rather than later to check Morgan’s teeth.

He was pleased to see an improvement in the pelvic area which had been tight and sore on the initial visit; and felt that the other adjustments he did, coupled with the daily exercises, would be helpful in remedying Morgan’s back problems.

We agreed to resume our riding, after a day off — he did not feel that it was necessary to schedule a repeat appointment at any specific time, but to check in from time to time to see how she is improving.

Whenever considering equine chiropractic care, it is important that you first discuss the appropriateness of this type of treatment with your Veterinarian.

Amazing feats achieved in Horse Pulling Contest

by Sanne Kure-Jensen While few loggers use horses to haul timber these days, there is plenty of enthusiasm for Horse Pulling competitions at “The Big E”. Displaying their amazing strength, teamsters and their horses vie against each other in three Horse Pulling Competitions each year.

The teams pull a stone boat or sled weighing about 500 pounds loaded with additional weights. (The sled weight is not included in the weight pulled.) In the first round, the sled carries 3,000 pounds with 1,000 pounds added per round through the fifth round. Thereafter, increments are 500 pounds per round. Teams are allowed as much as five minutes to make up to three tries, or hitches, with a measurable forward distance. Their best distance is entered for

that round. To advance to the next round, teams must have pulled the sled at least 12 feet forward in one continuous motion.

Pulling 11,500 pounds, Mark Perkins and his team from Warwick, MA won the Class A Competition (under 3050 pounds) held Sept. 17. “Howie” and “Buck” with Jim Hall of Auburn, MA, won the Class B Competition (3350pound) pulling 12,000 pounds. The Big E’s third Horse Pull for horses over 3350 pounds, Class C, was won by “Durgin” and “Cole” and Charlie Chickering from Newport, NH pulling 14,500 pounds. Animals get weighed the morning of the competition to determine their class.

While some teamsters hurry across the arena with their horses, Jim Hall walks his team leisurely, swings them

around and quickly drops the hitch ring over the sled’s hook. Every team takes off at full speed as soon as the ring engages.

Clearly, teamsters work long hours training with their animals.

Awards and Premiums Watching the competitors, one can see they enjoy working with their teams and that this is not just about prize money for them. The wife of one participant said the Premium barely covers their diesel fuel to get to the Fair. Class A and B Premiums vary from $250 to $50 for first through tenth place. Class C Premiums vary from $300 to $70 for first through tenth place. The Eastern States Exposition offers a revolving trophy and $100 to the pair of horses that pull the largest load. Rosettes are also awarded. Jim Hall won the Best Driver trophy as voted by the spectators and the pit crews.

The Pulling Contest Superintendent was Fran Mason of Worthington, MA. Pulling Contest Rules comply with all Massachusetts Department of Agriculture Resources, Division of Fairs Rules as updated in 2012.

Eastern States Exposition Horse Show The prestigious Eastern States Exposition Horse Show, sponsored by Williams Distributing, brings some of the Northeast’s best horses, riders and drivers to compete for top equine honors in The Big E’s Coliseum. Three shows each year feature competitions for all size horses from petite Hackney ponies to gentle-giant Draft horses.

The Draft Horse Show happens during the Fair’s final weekend, as it has since 1991. Enthusiastic audiences have packed the Coliseum to see as many as 30 horses competing in various classes for carts, tandems, unicorns, teams, fours and sixes. The sea of horses, harnesses and wagons is a spectacular sight! This competition allows fairgoers to experience the energy and beauty of powerful hitches of Belgians, Clydesdales, Shires and Percherons. The show’s highlight is the prestigious $30,000 Big E Six-Horse Hitch Showdown.

For general information visit www.thebige.com

All-American Quarter Horse Congress

by Katie Navarra Over 24 days in October, over 6,000 horses and 650,000 attendees including competitors, trainers and spectators swarm the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio for the All-American Quarter Horse Congress for the largest, single-breed horse show in the world.

Some travel from nearby cities in Ohio and neighboring states, while others travel 3,000 miles or more from Wyoming, Texas and other states to earn the honor of Congress Champion.

Since 1992, Stacy Cimochowski has traveled from Canterbury, CT to compete at the Congress. “The best part of Congress is seeing people you haven’t seen in a while and it’s the only place you see them,” she said.

Now in its 46th year, the Congress hosts more than 400 classes that total nearly 19,000 entries. The competition is stiff, “Be confident in everything you do,” said Julie Cole from Burling Flats, NY, who is competing at the Congress for her sixth year.

Individuals not competing at the Congress can find plenty to keep them busy. The National Reining Horse Association hosted its popular “Ride A Reiner” event, which allowed individuals to test-ride top-notch reining horses.

An extensive series of lectures and demonstrations covered topics from Cutting to Evaluating Confirmation, Barrel Racing, Cowboy Mounted Shooting, Managing Common Infectious and Allergic Skin Diseases, Soundness in Performance Horses and more. And a

tradeshow including 250+ vendors offer unlimited shopping opportunities for horse owners, their horses and their dogs.

Lauren Harrington of Fairview, PA has been attending the All-American Quarter Horse Congress since she was 9 years old. “My first time at Congress I saw all the Congress Queens walking around and always wanted to do it,” she said.

The road to becoming the Congress Queen for Lauren first included earning the title of Queen for the Western Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association. “They (WPQHA) sent me to Congress to represent the organization,” she added.

The Congress Queen competition started in 1968. An annual Congress Queen competition takes place midway through the 24-day long Congress event. Candidates are required to complete a written examination of the AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations worth 40 percent, an oral interview, worth 40 percent and a ridden Horsemanship pattern to demonstrate excellent riding ability and horsemanship skills worth 20 percent.

The young woman selected as the Congress Queen makes appearances at many national events, including the AQHA Convention, AQHA World Shows and other major horse shows throughout the year.

Emily Messing of Massachusetts was crowned this year’s Congress Queen.

Just stretching my legs. One alternative to longing at the Congress is to use the equine treadmill. Equine sports medicine trailers and hydro-therapy sessions were available to horses needing a workout without being ridden.

Photo by Katie Navarra

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Competitors relax while weights are added to the stone sled between rounds at the Horse Pull Competitions at The Big E.

Kris Perkins of Warwick, MA with his team "Scooby" and "King" in the Horse Pull Competitions at The Big E. Photos by Sanne Kure-Jensen

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Training your horse ~ fitting his individual characteristics

by Mitzi Summers One of the hazards in working with horses is the tendency people have to put all horses into a uniform category. They expect each and every horse to perform in the same manner and to meet expectations that may be unrealistic for that animal. Trainers (and I consider for this article the trainer to be the person who is working with the horse), may rubber stamp the animal to be expected to be at a certain level according to the breed, the age, the past performance of horses it is related to, or just what a book or DVD or clinician says the horse should be doing at a certain age.

I have a client whose horse was badly injured as a two year old. He had to be rested and treated for almost two years.

When brought back as a four year old, due to superb caretaking, he was physically very sound. But also physically, mentally and probably psychologically he was still like a two year old. The owners came to me because the trainers they went to were unable to relate to this horse’s individual needs. They kept saying things such as, “He is four years old.

He should be doing this already, at his age he should not be acting like this,” etc.

Care and time had to be taken to consid-

er each reaction according to this individual horse’s needs.

Since he had been virtually stallbound for almost two years, in many ways he had to be treated as if he were still only two. He had to be socialized again into the home herd, the ground work had to be repeated, and his riding schedule organized on a day-to-day basis. Forcing him into any kind of a “frame” is always incorrect, but even more so for this horse.

He is a beautiful mover with much potential, so care had to be taken to almost go too slowly with him. Rushing him at all would have resulted in lengthy reschooling. He is now winning in dressage classes at First Level.

I was called to a farm to work with a mustang who had been terribly abused by employees hired by the BLM who captured her in Nevada. She had been forcibly separated from her foal who was three months old, then hit with a club and beaten. As a result she was almost blind in one eye and had a misshapen muzzle. She was also VERY afraid of people, which is understandable.

The people who now own her are wonderful. They love this mare, (Sunny), and do not have any expectations for her.

Cover photo by Tina Krieger David Donnelly rides a Friesian Horse at the New York Horse Park’s, Horse & Tack Expo held at the Saratoga Race Track. Hendrik is owned by Kevin and Terri Anne Dougherty of Charlton Equestrian Center, located in Charlton, NY.

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They just want to be able to touch her and have her trust them. They had had her almost two years, however, and had made no progress. They could not get closer than several yards from her.

They had had a “trainer” coming to their farm on a fairly regular basis for the two years. I asked the owner to go in with Sunny and just show me what she has been asked to do when working with her.

The owner went into the enclosure and immediately used assertive body language to ask Sunny to move about. The mare immediately went into flight mode and stayed as far away from the owner as possible.

I asked the owner to step out of the enclosure. When I went in, Sunny immediately started to move away from me. I made myself as small as possible (not easy since I am six feet tall), and acted as if I was afraid of her. I stepped AWAY from her. I will never forget when Sunny looked at me and pricked her ears forward. Her eyes became a bit brighter. I thought, “she is still in there, they did not take everything away from her.”

Throughout the next 40 minutes or so I played approach and retreat.

If she started to back away from me, just half a step, I would cringe and step away from her. I would continue backing away and soon she started following me. It was as though Sunny was round penning ME! Gradually I could shorten the distance between us to just a few feet. This was the closest that anyone had come to her since she had come to the farm.

I think the change came because Sunny finally felt that she had a bit of control. People had taken away any autonomy that she had ever had. It was huge for her that SHE could move ME. The owners continued this type of work with her.

They invented games to play with her.

They backed up a trailer into one side of her enclosure and got her to load voluntarily. Sunny will come right up to them and take grass from them and place her head against their heads. It is obvious that this horse had to be treated as an individual — it was a disservice to Sunny to categorize her.

A third example would be the schooling of Wicket, a four-year-old off-thetrack Thoroughbred. Wicket was part of a clinic I was giving. The owners had a

Waterford elevator bit on him, which is a very severe bit. They had this on him as they said he pulled. Consideration had not been given to the fact that this horse had to learn a new set of paradigms….he was only used to being ridden INTO contact and THROUGH it in a race. Jockeys will balance with the reins when riding….they have no seat or legs to use on the horses.

Riders teach horses to pull….it takes two. Wicket’s owners were having problems with him as they felt he was too strong when ridden. They were mounting him without classically lungeing him beforehand so that he was calm and warmed up, and then when he would want to go forward a bit faster than desired, they would put him into a little ball using the Waterford Bit, twirl him around in circles, and perform one-rein stops on him. All of these maneuvers were done chiefly from their hands. This caused Wicket to be in an inordinate amount of mouth pain, and he would become so nervous and upset that he would just go UP ….because he was not allowed to go FORWARD. I dismounted the rider, (who also wore spurs), and showed them how to quietly lunge him, using low-key body language and soothing voice commands. Then I put a Bitless Bridle on the horse. I knew he would go well in this, but also put a French link snaffle on him so the owner would feel more confident. But I had her just ride from the Bitless. At first I put Wicket back on the lunge so I could work on his rider’s position so she could use her legs and seat a bit more correctly, and then had her ride him around the large indoor using just the Bitless reins.

He was immediately so much better.

Without pain, he did not feel he had to run away from discomfort. She was not allowed to whirl him or to one rein stop him. She had to allow him to go forward.

He started to relax, round his back, and lower his head. His rider was “forced” to use her seat and legs in communicating with him. The session went much better.

Most problems such as bucking, rearing, etc., are helped by allowing the horse to go forward.

These are just three examples of “going outside the envelope,” and training the horse according to what they “tell” you they need. They are all individuals.

Three-generation horse Tina Krieger, Sales Manager of Mane Stream with her Daughter Amber, and Granddaughter Brooke sitting on Gemini.

Gemini is now 31 years old and has the third generation Cowgirl sitting on him. “They say you always get one great horse in your lifetime and we are blessed to have him,” said Tina.

Tina and Amber have won many championships in pleasure, driving, and gymkhana with him. He was raised on the farm, out of the first horse TIna’s father bought her. So as you can see, he is part of the family!

Building a partnership with your horse Communicating with your aids…keys to success, part 2 These are inexpensive, plastic step-like platforms made to give a rider an elevated surface from which to mount. Because the mounting block will put you higher off the ground, it will be easier to swing your leg over the horse to mount. Mounting blocks also decrease the stress put upon the horse’s back from riders who pull themselves up into the saddle. They also are helpful for smaller riders when they are mounting a large horse.

To reinforce the mounting lesson, mount your horse in the same location every time you ride.

Choose a spot where you can position the horse between a fence and the mounting block. The fence will help him stay straight and focused. Ask him to stand “square.”

This means positioning him so that his weight is equally distributed on all four legs and his hooves are like the four corners of a rectangle.

Ask your horse to “whoa,” and step up on the mounting block as if you were going to get up on him, but do not

mount. Because you will be standing above his topline, he may need some time to accept you in this new elevated position. He also may move, anticipating that you will be mounting and that he will need to balance himself. If he moves, calmly reposition him and repeat this step. Take time for this step, and do not proceed until he is relaxed.

Practice the mounting procedure using the block, and, at the same time teach your horse that mounting does not mean for him to move forward. Position him in the mounting spot and ask him to “whoa” by putting a slight tension on the reins. Place the reins over his neck, being careful to maintain the same amount of tension in each rein. Riders have a tendency to pull on the left rein while mounting, causing their horse to circle towards them. This makes getting on even more difficult.

To prevent pulling on the reins, keep your hands in front of the saddle. If the horse wants to move as you attempt to

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mount, avoid walking him in a circle to get back into position as this will only reinforce that mounting means it is okay to move forward. Instead, stop him and back him up to the block or reposition the block next to him.

Once your horse is in position, step up on the block and gather up the reins by sliding your left hand on the horse, starting at the buckle and moving up on the horse’s neck. While holding the reins, move your left hand so it is grasping the front of the saddle as you place your right hand on the saddle’s cantle. Put your left foot in the stirrup and start to mount, but just swing your leg halfway over his back, and then dismount.

Praise your horse when he stands still. Do this several times. You may need to repeat this lesson over several days or weeks until he understands that mounting does not mean for him to move forward.

When your horse shows that he is willing to stand perfectly still for the half mount, swing your leg

A horse that does not stand still for mounting can be a safety problem! over his back. As you do, transfer your right hand from the cantle to the saddle’s pommel to help you balance. Then, sit down on his back as softly as possible. Mounting in this manner, without pulling the saddle across his back, will encourage him to stand still.

Use the mounting block until you build up the strength in your arms and legs that will allow you to mount from the ground. Most mounting

blocks have two steps.

Practice mounting from the top step and then graduate to the lower step as your strength improves. Eventually, you will be able to mount from the ground, but continue to use the same mounting spot so that your horse understands to stand still.

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by Lynn Palm This month’s article is the second in a series based on a section of my visual series, “Dressage Principles for the Western and English Horse and Rider.” This series is titled “Communicating with Your Aids… Keys to Success” because I believe that it contains the lessons every rider needs to create a responsive and willing horse.

Last article, I discussed the importance of a horse that stands still while the rider mounts and the rider’s responsibilities during the mounting process. In this article I will give you more advice on how to mount safely.

A horse that does not stand still for mounting can be a safety problem!

If he jigs around when you want to mount, he may be thinking too fast and walking away in anticipation of your cue to go forward once you are mounted. More likely, however, he is trying to catch his balance because you are not mounting him properly.

I suggest that you start using a mounting block.

HORSE TALES

By Judy Van Put

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Girthy horses and saddle problems Recently I decided to do some research on saddles, saddle fitting and problems caused by poorly fitting saddles. An interesting article, “Is Your Cinch Too Long?” written

by Richard Sachs and featured on the Freeform Treeless Saddle website titled “Saddle Up”, addresses girthy (or cinchy) horses and the reasons why horses act that way.

(A girthy horse is one that turns her muzzles quickly toward you to warn or bite when you’re girthing up.) The article explained how the horse’s discomfort had to do with the length of the girth and, in many instances horses are being saddled up with girths that are much too long. In addition to causing discomfort or pain in your horse, a girth that is too long can result in the saddle slipping out of position from the weight of your foot in the stirrup while mounting.

The article states that no matter what size the horse is, or what shape his withers are (high or low) the widest part of any horse is the apex of the curve of their ribcage.

If the ends of your girth lie above this apex point, it is not possible to get enough of a grip from the girth to keep the saddle from slipping, no matter how tightly you pull on the girth billets or latigo.

Since your horse’s body slopes inward toward the spine above the apex, the saddle may slide forward and back, the girth may slide down toward the

apex and the saddle may also slide from side to side while the rider is mounting, and can even slip to one side far enough to dump an unsuspecting rider!

To compensate for this situation, many riders pull up the girth as tightly as they can — which causes their horse to have difficulty in breathing and discomfort from the pressure. However, if the girth lies below the

body of the horse below this point slopes out toward the girth. The rider will not have to pull as hard to tighten up the girth, there will be a good enough grip to prevent the saddle from sliding back and forth, and the girth from sliding from side to side or down toward the stirrup while mounting. Your horse will be able to breathe freely, as the girth will no longer constrict the rib cage as the horse breathes in, and he will be more comfortable and less likely to act “girthy.”

The article goes on to describe how to measure your horse for the correct girth length. Despite commonly held beliefs of using the horse’s size (height) as a gauge for girth length, the best way

to figure out the correct size girth for your horse is to examine each horse individually and take measurements.

The buckles of the girth need to be clear from interfering with the horse’s elbow, yet still fall below the apex of the curve of the rib cage. The lowest point where the girth can be is about three to four inches above the elbow, which allows for clearance from interference when the horse brings his leg backward (and the girth should not be above where the shoulder and point of the shoulder are.)

The article suggests measuring your horse with a string: holding it on one side of the horse at a point which is 3 to 4 inches above the elbow, and then running it un-

der your horse to the opposite side at the same point, 3 to 4 inches above the elbow. Place the string against a tape measure to find out how many inches you’ve measured — this represents the length of the girth your horse will need. The results will be surprising for many, as the proper length for

most horses, regardless of their height, weight or conformation type, will range from just 24 to 26 inches — rather than the commonly used sizes of 30 to 34 inches. And some horses will measure even less.

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As show managers and competitors ourselves, we know how important it is to be confident in your ability to perform patterns with skill and finesse. This Pattern Practice Kit includes a group of patterns, ranging from easy to more difficult.

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plains why. On his website, there is a diagram of a horse standing sideways, with a drawing de-

picting the horse’s exterior abdominal veins, which carry the blood to the areas of the abdomen,

heart and lungs. It is easy to see that if you are using a girth that is too long and extends over this

vein, and then over-tighten your girth, it will cause pressure and can actually result in damage to the soft tissue in the heart girth area of the horse. He cautions “When roping or riding in extreme conditions, the cinch will need to be tightened for safety. However, the rider should not keep the cinch tightened to the extreme for longer than necessary. Even though the cinch may be of a correct size for the horse, the cinch latigo crosses the external abdominal vein and can block blood flow to cause vascular damage and bruising of the muscles and soft tissue.”

Parelli goes on to explain that on the horse’s side, just behind the front leg, there is a flat area — where the exterior abdominal vein loops upward — and this is where the cinch ring belongs.

Positioning the hard cinch ring directly on top of the vein “adds pressure that traps blood fluids,

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stresses the vessels, can harm the capillaries and can result in bruising pressure damage to the soft tissue.”

According to Pat Parelli, a horse standing between 12 and 14 hands would only need a size 22-inch girth, where a horse of 14 to 15 hands requires a 24 or 26-inch girth, and so on. He recommends a 28-30 inch girth for more round horses in the 15-hand range and 32-34 for large 16-18 hand horses. It is rare for a horse to need a cinch longer than 34, unless they are extremely large in stature. Owners of horses of less than 15.2 hands should not be using the ‘standard’ size girth of 30 inches that often comes with a saddle.

If your horse is acting ‘girthy’ when saddling, be sure to check the length of the girth. If the saddle girth measures too long for your horse, using the methods of measuring above, switch to a shorter girth. Your horse will appreciate the difference.

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The Hobby ~ model horse showing

by Marilyn Munzert The flyer for the ‘Park Color Craze Live 2012,’ held at Robert H. Treman State Park in Ithaca, NY, on Sept. 30, seemed similar to any other horse show flyer. However, participants arrived at the show with their horses wrapped in bubble wrap or tucked into soft pouches, to protect their finishes, delicate ears and tails.

This show was for model horse enthusiasts, people passionate about ‘The Hobby,’ model horse collecting and showing.

Hosted by Emily and James Bevacqua, this show offered collector/ competitor Jini Groen, from Plattsburgh, NY, who began collecting model horses in the 70s, the chance to earn points to qualify for the opportunity to compete at the National Model Horse Show. Jini has competed at the National other years, as well as Breyer Fest, which is held annually in Kentucky.

Like most of the model horse enthusiasts, Jini began her horse hobby collecting models, then buying live horses. Besides building her model collection, Jini owns and shows live appaloosa horses, miniature horses and mules.

Denise Totoritis, from Gillett, PA, turned her model horse passion into a business when she found there were no Breyer dealers in her area. Breyer is a giant producer of model horses, favored by many model collectors. Denise brings her Breyer products to shows, were she is also competing, to sell to collectors anxious to purchase the newest editions.

One of the judges officiating at the show, Ashley Getsay, Belfont, PA, who owns live all-around horses as well as hunt seat horses, began her model horse collection as a child. Ashley explained that there are three divisions into which exhibitors may enter their models, china, resin or plastic. If the finish on the model is “shiny,” it is called glossy; if the finish is “duller,” it is called a matt finish.

Another judge, Karen Gerhardt, Vail, CO, officiated in the resin division as the breed judge. Each

class is judged by two judges, a breed judge, who is looking for the best conformed horse, using the breed standard as a guide. The second judge scores collectability, a criteria unique to model horses, which

scores the quality of the mold, the quality of the finish and the documentation regarding the particular model.

Karen Gerhardt took horseback riding lessons as a child, but when she had a fall; her parents

insisted she stop riding.

To satisfy her desire for horses, she began collecting model horses.

Collecting was followed by studying art and becoming an Equine Artist, who was commissioned

by Breyer to sculpt a

model, which became the example of the Cleveland Bay Horse.

For information regarding “the hobby,” contact the North American Model Horse Show Association at www.namhsa.org.

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ganization is to serve as an inclusive organization to promote the model horse industry. NAMHSA’s aim is to promote support for the future development of model horse showing, customizing, and collecting.

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by Frank Gringeri Hoof abscesses Question: My Horse had a hoof abscess recently. What is the cause of this and is there anything I can do to prevent this? ~ Martha D. Answer: Hoof abscesses are quite common and some are more serious than others. There are many reasons why

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A stone bruise can also cause an abscess. Horses running at speed can step down on a sharp stone and crack open the sole. If the horse is thin soled it won’t take much to get to living tissue.

Dirt settles in the crack causing infection. It’s like getting dirt under your fingernails and not cleaning it out.

Are abscesses preventable? Not completely but with good management we can reduce the occurrences. Be mindful of weather patterns. If we are in a wet period, get him out of the mud and onto firm ground. If you can’t do that, stall him for the night on clean, dry shavings. This will keep the sole from getting saturated and weak. Also, the hoof will never be able to clean itself so get that hoof pick out and clean all the pack out of the bottom. Once cleaned, the hoof has a better chance of drying out as

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air can get at it. If you pick the hoof twice a day you will be doing something to ward off problems. As you pick, examine the sole for anything out of the ordinary: a black spot or an area of sensitivity. Picking more often gives you a good idea of what looks normal. If something looks suspicious ask your farrier or vet about it.

Many people ask if shoes will prevent abscesses. Yes and no. One customer I had had a big school horse that was repeatedly abscessing behind. He worked in a sand, clay material and when he put his foot down he would twist it before break over. The twisting motion was pushing material into his

heels causing abscesses in the corn area. He got hind shoes and the shoe took on all the twist so dirt couldn’t get through.

I’ve had a number of big horses that did better with shoes as the extra length seemed to keep the sole a little further off the ground.

Ultimately, we cannot completely control what happens to a horse. He is a part of nature and he will have problems from time to time. But, by practicing good horse and hoof care we should be able to use our knowledge so problems are less likely to occur.

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atures run on the cool side and the sun isn’t strong enough to bake the ground. The hoof standing on wet ground or in mud, becomes saturated with moisture and softens. The bottom of the hoof becomes packed with mud and manure and the weight of the horse is pushing all of this on the sole. Sometimes this is all it takes for foreign material to get through the sole. It doesn’t take much, like you getting a cut on your hands and not washing it off. Soon, you have a little infection growing causing pain and pressure on the area.

More serious is the abscess caused by puncture. These can be very serious depending on how deep they are. Anything sharp will do: a nail or sharp stone or rock or a wood splinter can get through the sole more easily when it is soft and

SilverHorse Studios: Horse lover’s exclusive wearable art fashions and original equine art Eileen Bruni, a horse lover and professional artist was struck by an observation in 1998 at a local boarding facility. It was the expression on a school horse’s face. “It was as if the horse was saying, ‘Here we go again!’ as the child student approached. It was hilarious!” Bruni said. An idea was born!

That was the start of SilverHorse Studio’s ‘If Horses Could Talk’ series.

“That series of humorous

wearables and prints put us on the horse expo map,” Bruni said.

“Since then, we’ve expanded our horse lover’s wearable art fashion line to include exclusive hand-painted ladies tops, painted leather and denim jackets, and painted jeans, as well as enhanced silkscreen equestrian designs, equine prints and custom portraiture,” said Bruni.

“We can immortalize your horses or family pets

on custom painted garments, in portraiture or as a photo montage. We are always expanding our product line to meet the demanding needs of our many loyal and satisfied customers all over the world. Our fashions are barn, office and special event friendly. Certain fashions and art prints are available only on our website www.SilverHorseStudios.com and horse expos,” she added. Due to the ever

changing nature of our designs, some are not available online, but all are available at shows and direct customer sale events.

Shop our 1st Annual “SilverHorse Studios Equine Weekender” during Nov. 17-18, 23-25 and Dec. 1-2 from 1-5 p.m. For location & directions call Eileen at 518843-8840, or e-mail eileen@silverhorsestudios.com.

by Don Henneke, Ph.D. Over the past year, cases of alleged horse neglect have skyrocketed across the United States. I have been contacted by people from California to Maryland, from Minnesota to Texas, and from New York to Arizona. This phenomenon has reached epidemic proportions.

Minnesota alone reportedly investigated almost 400 cases in 2011. Most of these can be attributed to the down economy and

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(Mis)use of the body condition score in alleged neglect the drought making it difficult for horse owners to feed their horses like they would like to feed them.

Therefore, we are seeing a lot more horses in below average body condition.

That does not make every thin horse a neglected or abused horse.

Over the past decade, the Body Condition Scoring System for Horses (BCS) has become, in many if not most cases, the sole reason for seizure for neglect or

abuse. The problem with this is that the BCS was not designed to reflect the health or well-being of the horse. The BCS provides an estimate of stored body fat, period.

From a physiological standpoint, as long as a horse has any fat reserves and is receiving a diet that meets its daily maintenance Requirements, that horse can be healthy.

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prived horses, especially those kept in groups. Since energy deprivation is usually accompanied by protein deficits, the hair coat will dull and shaggy. It is imperative that a low BCS score be supported by other clinical signs of starvation to indicate nutritional neglect.

The presence, or absence, of feed and hay on the premises is an excellent indicator of the ability of the owner to meet the nutritional needs of their horses. If adequate feed and hay is present to meet the needs of the animals, then seizure is not warranted. Few, if any, horse owners will refuse to feed their horses if feed is available.

Adding to the problem is that many “evaluators” have not received any formal training in the application of the BCS. They do not understand the physiology of fat deposition and utilization, they are not knowledgeable in conformation and breed characteristics that will influence the BCS, and most often they have personal biases that lower their estimate. The BCS is designed as a ranking system. It was never designed to be exact and it cannot be exact because of differences in breeds, size, age, and conformation between horses. It is a guideline. If the average lay horse

nutrition before they can be seized for inadequate body condition. If it is determined that the horse needs immediate attention, a veterinarian of the owner’s choosing should provide those supporting procedures. These procedures may be done with supervision by the legal authorities.

3. Only horses exhibiting altered metabolism and having inadequate feed stores on the premises should be seized.

Removing healthy horses from their home is not necessary and may often result in adverse consequences due to stress created by a new environment and untrained handlers.

4. If at all possible, the alleged neglected horses should remain at the owner’s farm. Removing any horse from its familiar environment, drastically changing its diet, and exposing it to a new set of handlers will usually result in stress and a further loss of body condition. In the vast majority of cases, if the intent is truly the best care of the horse, that care can best be administered in familiar surroundings. If the legal authorities require, care can be conducted under their official guidance.

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BCS cannot measure this function.

Breakdown of non-adipose tissue for energy can be evaluated through blood analysis focusing on liver and kidney function, and the breakdown of structural tissue for energy. Blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, and the ratio of blood urea nitrogen level to creatinine level are indicators of tissue breakdown.

Analysis for hematocrit, serum concentrations of total protein solids, sodium, calcium, potassium, triglycerides, bilirubin, and albumin will also provide information concerning malnutrition and starvation. None of these tests are accurate on their own. However, evaluation of matching trends from the analysis can help confirm or disprove that the horse is nutritionally deprived.

In addition, the presence, or absence, of other physical indicators of inadequate energy intake should be used to evaluate alleged neglect. Energy deprived horses will be lethargic. Their reaction to stimuli will be depressed. They will usually show signs of dehydration: tacky gums, “tenting” of skin on the neck, concentrated urine with a very strong odor, and decreased fecal output.

Coprophagy, the consumption of feces, is usually very pronounced in energy de-

West Nile virus: Still a threat Learn how you can help prevent it West Nile virus (WNV) remains a threat to horses. However, with the right vaccine and preventive measures, it’s not too late for horse owners to help protect their horses against this lifethreatening disease.

West Nile encephalomyelitis is an inflammation of the central nervous system that is caused by an infection with WNV. It is transmitted by mosquitoes — which feed on infected birds or other animals — to horses, humans and other mammals. So far in 2012, 31 states have reported 157 cases of WNV in horses, with Louisiana and Texas having the most confirmed cases — 26 and 16, respectively.

The number of reported WNV cases fell from 1,069 in 2006 to 146 in 2010, and the decline is said by health experts to reflect both vaccination and naturally acquired immunity.

“It is a good sign that the number of cases has declined over the last decade, however there has been an increasing number of both human and equine cases, especially over the last couple months,” said Tom Lenz, DVM, MS, senior director, equine technical services, Pfizer Animal Health.

Vaccination remains the most effective way to help protect horses against West Nile and other encephalic or mosquito-borne diseases, such as Eastern equine encephalomyelitis and Western equine encephalomyelitis.

In conjunction with vaccination, use good techniques for managing mosquitoes. This includes: • Destroying any mosquito breeding habitats by removing all potential sources of stagnant water.

• Cleaning and emptying any waterholding container, such as water buck-

ets, water troughs and plastic containers, on a weekly basis.

Remember that WNV does not always lead to signs of illness. Horses that do become clinically ill, the virus infects the central nervous system and may cause symptoms such as loss of appetite and depression. Other clinical signs may include fever, weakness or paralysis of hind limbs, impaired vision, ataxia, aimless wandering, walking in circles, hyper-excitability or coma. Horse owners should contact a veterinarian immediately if they notice signs or symptoms of WNV infection in their horses, especially if they are exhibiting neurological signs. The case fatality rate for horses exhibiting clinical signs of WNV infection is approximately 33 percent.

No matter the location, horses can be at risk. By providing proper vaccination

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This should not happen. It is imperative that the state authorities demonstrate adequate cause for seizure. Unsupported claims of neglect against a horse owner should be followed by a vigorous public campaign by the state authorities criticizing the parties who have filed a frivolous claim and, if possible, such parties should be prosecuted by the state.

Don Henneke, Ph.D., is currently the Director of Equine Science at Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX. Dr. Henneke was the principal investigator

in developing the Body Condition Scoring System for Horses at Texas A&M University in 1979.

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Neglect from 13 “Innocent until proven guilty” is the most abused legal standard in America today. Due to biased press coverage, most “trials” are conducted before the accused ever has a chance to answer the charges. Once a horse owner has been accused of neglect, they are stained for life. If they are later proven to be innocent, the public has already painted them with a negative picture.

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Stagecoach Outriders hosted New York State Championship JAMESTOWN, NY — The Stagecoach Outriders, a local cowboy shooting club welcomed fellow shooters and spectators to the ‘2012 New York State Championship’ Competition. Riders from Pennsylvania, Ohio and New York competed for top honors and the covered New York State Championship Buckles.

Cowboys and Cowgirls of all ages competed at the sport of Cowboy Mounted Shooting. The Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association® is the Fastest Growing Equestrian Sport in the Nation.

Mounted contestants compete in this fast action timed event using two .45 caliber single action revolvers each loaded with five rounds of specially prepared blank ammunition.

Cowboy mounted shooting is a combination of reining, barrel racing, horsemanship and marksmanship.

Contestants carry two loaded revolvers, and execute one of over 60 possible patterns. Each pattern consists of 10 bal-

loons in which contestants shoot five balloons of one color, holster their first gun, run to the end of the arena draw their second revolver and shot the remaining five balloons. Safety is always top priority.

The Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association “C.M.S.A.” has a variety of levels of competition for everyone, ranging from novice levels to the seasoned professional.

The New York Stagecoach Outriders Club was formed in January 2010 and currently has 30 members ranging in age from 6 to 75 years old. In cowboy mounted shooting there are three divisions: men, women and senior with levels 1 through 5 in each division. Riders start out in level 1 and move up by accruing points in CMSA shooting events.

CMSA events are coordinated throughout the United States.

Traditionally a ‘Stagecoach Outrider’ is an attendant on horseback who rides out ahead of or

beside a Carriage, or Stagecoach to defend, protect, and prevent cattle from straying. Stagecoach Outriders of Western New York, is the CMSA’s club that hosted the ‘New York State Championship sanctioned competition on Sept. 22-23, in partnership with the Warren County Fairgrounds in Pittsfield, PA. The shoot began at 10 a.m., riders competed for class titles, division wins, top 10 recognition, and the Championship buckles.

A big congratulations goes to Craig Gleason for shooting clean (didn’t miss a balloon all weekend) on his registered quarter horse mare, Hannah! His clean shooting and fast running earned him the TOP title of New York State Champion Cowboy. Craig was also the overall fastest shooter. Also congratulations to Karen Ohl who out-ran all the ladies and earned the coveted title of New York State Champion

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Winter care for horses

by Sarah L. Ralston, VMD, Ph.D., DACVN, Associate Professor in Animal Science and Carey A.Williams, Ph.D., Associate Extension Specialist in Equine Management As days get shorter and the weather becomes cold and wet, there are many things to consider in order to maintain horse health and well-being throughout the long winter months. This fact sheet addresses the most common concerns regarding equine housing, health maintenance, nutrition and exercise in cold weather.

Housing and Shelter One needs to look at their individual circumstances during the winter months to figure out what is best for their horse.

For example, even in the harshest winter, most horses do not need to be stabled in a barn if there is shelter from the elements in the form of a run in shed or even a dense stand of trees.

However, most horses that are kept outside with little or no shelter will grow a longer hair coat. This longer, denser

hair coat will help keep them warm and prevent heat loss, but it limits their ability to effectively cool out quickly after exercise. Some solutions may include clipping the long hair and blanketing the horse. When they are turned out in cold, windy and/or wet weather horses need to be monitored carefully for shivering (whether blanketed or not).

A horse’s respiratory health during the winter can be a concern if housed indoors with limited ventilation. Ventilation should be maximized by keeping windows/doors open as much as possible, even in very cold weather. Ceiling fans/vents also facilitate adequate air exchange. Wet bedding and manure should be completely removed at least once a day.

Blanketing and clipping It is not necessary to blanket a horse in winter as long as it has a naturally thick hair coat and is adapted to the cold. There are a wide variety of blan-

kets available, ranging from light-weight “sheets” that are best suited for short term use after riding, to thick, water proof “rugs” designed for long term use with horses turned out for extended periods of time. It is important to select a blanket that is appropriate for the specific conditions the horse is facing. If the horse is outside in wet weather, it is important that the blanket be at least water repellent and lined with material that will wick moisture away from the horse’s skin. A wet horse that has been blanketed will be colder than an unblanketed horse with a thick hair coat that can naturally dry out. Blanketed horses should also be monitored daily by either removing the blanket or checking with a bare hand to see if the weight of the blanket is causing the horse to sweat. If a horse sweats under the blanket, especially if its coat is dirty, it can contribute to skin irritation and infections.

It is equally important that blankets fit

the horse. Many horses develop rubs or sores on the point of their shoulders, withers, and where the straps secure the blanket if it is too small or tight. If the horse is blanketed continuously it is imperative that the blanket be completely removed at least once a day. This can be done while the horse is being groomed; check for rub marks, infections and monitor for weight gain or loss.

If horses are exercised regularly to the extent of generating sweat through the winter months, it is recommended to at least use a ‘trace clip’, where the hair is shaved to about 1/8 inch length from the underside of the neck and abdomen, and the sides of the horse from the elbows to about a quarter of the way up the body. If the horse has a complete ‘body clip’, where all hair on the neck, legs and body is shaved, it should not be left out in inclement weather even if blanketed.

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Cowboy from 16 el 2, Karen Ohl of Ashville, NY; Mens Level 1, Craig Gleason of Ashville, NY; Mens Level 2, John North of PA; Mens Level 3, Andy Nolan of Alma, NY; Senior Mens Level 1, Jeff Holtz of PA; Shotgun Champion, Bar-

ry Larson of Mayville, NY. Congratulations also to wrangler riders, Lyndee Norris, Austin Norris, and Austin Spackman.

Riders also enjoyed opportunities to win special rider only raffles, and enjoyed an old-fashioned cowboy smoked barbeque sponsored by the Cattaraugus County Fair Board. Spectators attended free of charge, and through donations enjoyed the BBQ dinner and chances at a gun raffle and 50/50. Congratulations to John Haggerty on winning the Coach double barrel .410 shotgun and to Craig Gleason for winning the riders only coach .410 double barrel shotgun. Rider only raf-

fles for a money clip and necklace, donated by Emily Kidd, were won by George Hampe and Barb Walters, respectively. A special raffle for custom made chaps by Jeff Carnes was won by Jeff Holtz of Pennsylvania. A beautiful Basket donated

by Lisa Nolan was raffled and won by Linda Larson.

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Cowgirl, on her registered Saddlebred mare, Jada!

Andy Nolan received Reserve Champion Cowboy honors and Ellie Walters was named Reserve Champion Cowgirl. Class winners were, Ladies Level 1, Ellie Walters of Kennedy, NY; Ladies Lev-

Ruth Ventela, Purina Sales Specialist, was in the Thorobred Feed Sales Booth discussing the many feeds available by Purina.

Double M Western Store brought numerous items from their tack shop. They are host to the Double M Rodeo held July through August in Ballston Spa, NY.

The New York Horse Park Mascot was on hand to greet everyone.

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Scenes from the

2nd Annual Saratoga Horse & Tack Expo Greene County Horseshoe Supply was there with a variety of items they carry - specializing in saddles, along with tack, gifts for the horse lover, and many stable supplies.

Hosted by New York Horse Park Sept. 22-23, 2012 Saratoga Race Course Photos by Tina Krieger

Jane Moulton was in the Walker’s Farm Home & Tack Booth, full of horse and rider supplies, along with gift items.

The Adirondack Cowgirls Drill Team get ready to do their demonstration on the track.

Guy McLean riding the newest addition to his group of horses. McLean won the 2012 Road to the Horse International riding him and decided to keep him.

JD Winslow entertained attendees with his magnificent draft horses.

Mark Munzert of MD Barnmaster of New York shakes hands with a future customer for the many types of buildings they offer.

Joe Migdal of Mandak Tack & Horse Sales was discussing proper saddle fitting with an attendee. They carry Western & English tack along with horse grooming, stable supplies, and horse sales.

Michael Chase of Chase’s Farm & Home was on hand to talk about the many products that Conklin/Fastrack has to offer.

Saratoga Horse & Tack Expo 2012 and NY Horse Park On behalf of the New York Horse Park Board of Directors, thank you to our Saratoga Horse & Tack Expo sponsors, vendors, donors, advertisers, used tack sellers, presenters, demonstrations, attendees, participants and volunteers for your support and participation in the 2012 Saratoga Horse & Tack Expo. The Expo,

an awareness and fund raiser for the New York Horse Park, was well attended, the weather was great and everyone enjoyed the diversity of vendors, presenters/demonstrations and fun and games for the kid.

First, a very special thanks to the New York Racing Association for allowing NYHP to use the

Saratoga Race Course, the perfect venue for the Expo. We appreciate your cooperation and the guidance of Charlie Wheeler, our NYRA contact.

Sponsors: Purina Animal Nutrition, Schleese Saddlery Services/Charlton Equestrian Center, Saratoga Saddlery and International Boutique, Impressions of Saratoga,

NYRA, Pacesetter Tack & Supply, Cheshire Horse, Bits & Piece Horse Tack, EMBRACE THE RACE®, Guy McLean, and Shires Equestrian Products.

Vendors: Bits & Pieces Horse Tack, Boneyard BBQ, Charleton School, Cheval Chapeaus; Conklin Company, Critterbling, Dontam Equine Treasures, Double M

IAG of NY, Mane Stream.

Our presenters and demonstrations participants added equine information and equine excitement to the Expo. A very special thanks to Guy McLean for making time in his busy schedule to support the NY Horse Park by participating in the Expo. We hope you had a chance to see him perform with his amazing horses and start and ride the young filly, Whiskey Bell, on Saturday and Sunday morning. Our thanks also to: Dr. Axel Sondhof DVM, Karen White, Executive Director of STEP, J.D. Winslow, Adirondack Drill Team, and all of the folks who brought their horses and ponies to participate in the Breed Parade.

We are already planning the Saratoga Horse & Tack Expo for 2013.

Once the dates are firmed up, we will contact our 2012 Expo and other vendors to participate in this event to support the development of the New York Horse Park in upstate New York.

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Winter from 17 Other clipping patterns commonly used include a ‘hunter clip’ where hair is shaved similar to a body clip but hair is left in the saddle area and on the legs. The ‘blanket clip’ is where hair is shaved from the neck and body similar to a body clip but hair is only left on the legs. Body clipped horses may have higher energy needs than an unclipped horses due to their increased exercise regime and excess heat loss. Be aware that the hair will not grow back rapidly in the winter, so once horses are clipped, they must have the appropriate shelter and blankets for the rest of the winter and into the early spring months.

Nutrition Major nutritional concerns during the winter months include providing adequate calories to maintain good body condition and enough water intake to prevent impaction colic. To monitor body condition score in unclipped horses in the winter it is essential that they are physically touched in order to get a true assessment. In the winter, horses often need extra energy to keep warm. Horses’ energy requirements may increase up to 25 percent during winter months. Usually this need can be met by feeding approximately 25 percent more hay if their hay intake is normally

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From The Ranch to You

by George Peters It’s time to talk about the Ranch Horse. In past articles I have devoted much about the cattle, but little about the horse, especially what makes a good horse for cattle work.

Start with which breed is best, and most would say at least one of the stock horse breeds, and I agree. But, I have seen other breeds handle the cattle well also, such as Thoroughbreds, Arabians, Morgans and even the occasional unknown “Grade” horse. The most popular is the American

Quarter Horse, and within that breed, the horses that have “Cowhorse” breeding or genetics.

In December 2007, the Western Horseman Magazine had an article called “The Top Ten Ranch Horse Bloodlines”. The list was from 1-10, Little Peppy, Doc Bar, Joe Hancock, Two Eyed Jack, Driftwood, Freckles Playboy, Blue Valentine, Playgun, Jackie Bee and Sun Frost. As I read about each one of the great horses, I was also learning that many traced back to Three Bars and

Leo. These horses are born with the natural ability to work cattle, much like a Beagle will chase a rabbit. Sometimes all we have to do is not get in their way, and mess it up.

As you start with the right horse for the job, just like using the right tool, the job is easier and done better. The western event of your choice may influence your perfect horse to a degree, for example a bigger horse for team roping and a smaller horse for cutting, but you can rarely miss if

you start with good genetics and good conformation. Mix in some good training, lots of time, effort, knowledge, and patience and you could end up with a horse that can cut, rope, pen, sort, and rollback a cow on the fence. It may even do a fair reining pattern, or any other job you ask of it. All you have to do sometime with the good horses is not fall off!

Nothing shows the weakness of a horse or rider like a cow.

multi-vitamin/ mineral supplement specifically formulated for the individual horse’s stage of life (growing, mature, lactating, etc.) and type of hay (grasses vs. legumes like alfalfa or clover) is a good idea at any time of year.

Be careful if considering special “winter supplements.” Be aware that most of these are standard multi- vitamin/mineral supplements, but cost more just because they have a special name.

Any multi-vitamin/mineral balanced for the type of hay being fed and the life stage of the horse would be sufficient.

Horses limit their intake of ice-cold water to only what is absolutely necessary to satisfy thirst, which may not be adequate to maintain optimal hydration. It is im-

portant that horses are given access to an unlimited amount of water (usually 10 gallons or more) that is free of ice at least once a day in subzero weather, especially if water is available only in buckets or tubs. If automatic, heated waterers are used, units should be checked daily to make sure they are functioning properly and have not become frozen or have electrical shorts that cause horses to receive shocks when drinking. A tablespoon or two of plain salt can be added to feed to encourage increased water intake and, if feeding pelleted feeds or hay cubes, they can be soaked in water to further increase water intake. Horses should always have free access to salt blocks.

Exercise In harsh winter weather many horses are often stabled for days at a time.

As long as they have unlimited access to hay, salt and water most are perfectly happy to remain in stalls. However, if horses develop lower leg edema (stocking up) or are agitated in the stall, efforts should be made to turn it out for exercise as often as possible (even if in an indoor arena) or at least hand walk. Exercising horses does not need to be stopped when the snow becomes deep, it can actually act as a form of resistance training. However, caution needs to be taken when riding in snow that is excessively heavy and damp, as it simulates riding in deep sand and could potentially cause tendon injuries. If the

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Winter from 19 less than they would eat voluntarily (1.5 to 2.0 percent of their body weight. The extra hay generates additional warmth to the horse through the heat produced in the hindgut (cecum and colon) when digesting/fermenting the forage. Boredom can also be a significant factor in winter when horses are not turned out or exercised as much, so keeping them content with free access to hay or forage based feeds, salt and water will reduce the incidence of stress-related problems and vices.

If horses are consuming overly mature or low quality hay, the vitamin and perhaps mineral content may be inadequate.

Supplementing a lower quality hay ration with a

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If riding a fully clipped horse in the extreme cold, it is recommended to use a quarter sheet during warm up and cool down.

However, horses with full coats or a trace clip do not need a quarter sheet when warming up; for cool down, depending on how sweaty the horse becomes, a quarter sheet might be necessary to help wick away the moisture.

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On Internet at www.easternctdrafthorse.com Rensselaer County Draft Animal Association Plow Day

NOV 15 CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting J.M. McDonald Sports Complex, Cortland, NY. 7 pm.

Contact Margery Talutis, 607-863-4261 or e-mail mtalutis@a-znet.com.

NOV 17 Holiday Party Mohican Grange Hall, Ridge Rd., Queensbury, NY. Annual holiday party with a bring a dish to pass and a grab bag.. Contact Karin Vollkommer, 518-584-6933.

NOV 25 Southern Dutchess Horse & Pony Assoc. 6th Annual Wild Turkey Ride 116 Hosner Mt. Rd., Hopewell Jct., NY. Noon..

Contact Andy Hunt, 845855-3199. On Internet at www.sdhpa.com WNEPHA Affiliated Hunt Seat Show Heritage Farm, Inc. 30 Florence Rd, Easthampton MA. Classes from lead line to 3’ equitation medals. Contact Heritage Farm, Inc., 413527-1612. On Internet at

www.farmheritage.com DEC 1

Annual Meeting

Main St., Schuylerville, NY. Come to Schuylerville to celebrate the arrival of St. Nicolas on his white horse. Wagon rides provided by the WCDAA. Contact Karin Vollkommer, 518-584-6933.

Mohican Grange, Ridge Rd. Queensbury, NY. Interested in joining the WCDAA? New always welcome. Bring your ideas and plans for the new year. Contact Karin Vollkommer, 518-584-6933.

DEC 2

JAN 17

Pre-Holiday Auction

CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting

Heritage Farm, Inc. 30 Florence Rd, Easthampton MA .

10 am new and used tack and many unique gift ideas for the horse person on your shopping list, 2 pm horses and ponies from out west and local consignors, including some from late season lesson programs. Contact Heritage Farm, Inc., 413527-1612. On Internet at www.farmheritage.com DEC 8 Salem Holiday Parade Salem, NY. Come and join the WCDAA celebrate the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Clause at the annual Holiday Parade on the main street in Salem. Music, fire engines and other entertainment.

DEC 20 CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting

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FEB 21 CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting J.M. McDonald Sports Complex, Cortland, NY. 7 pm.

Contact Margery Talutis, 607-863-4261 or e-mail mtalutis@a-znet.com.

MAR 21 CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting J.M. McDonald Sports Complex, Cortland, NY. 7 pm.

Contact Margery Talutis, 607-863-4261 or e-mail mtalutis@a-znet.com.

APR 18 CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting Homer Senior Center, Main and Water Streets, Homer,

NY . 7 pm. Election of officers and dish to pass. Contact Margery Talutis, 607863-4261 or e-mail mtalutis@a-znet.com.

MAY 16 CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting J.M. McDonald Sports Complex, Cortland, NY. 7 pm.

Contact Margery Talutis, 607-863-4261 or e-mail mtalutis@a-znet.com.

JUNE 20 CNY Horse Club Monthly Meeting Homer Senior Center, Main & Water Streets, Homer, NY. 7 pm. Annual Chicken BBQ and dish to pass. Contact Margery Talutis, 607-8634261 or e-mail mtalutis@aznet.com.

Winter from 20 not accumulate in the bare hoof as it does in a shod hoof. If the horse needs to be shod and is going to be ridden or turned out in snow, it is advisable to use “snow pads,” in the form of a full hoof pad or a rim pad, which prevent snow from accumulating in the hoof.

Caulks (studs that are either fixed or removable) or borium can be used to help with traction on frozen or possibly icy ground (ask your farrier about options possible). Sole bruising is a problem in the winter when working on uneven frozen ground, especially in horses with thin soles. If riding regularly in the winter without pads, keep workouts to unfrozen footing (or deeper snow) as much as possible. If arenas are frozen it may

be best to postpone riding that day or week rather than risk injury to the horse.

One health concern in the winter is protection against infectious diseases even though most horses get their routine vaccinations in the spring. Booster vaccinations for diseases that are transmitted by direct contact, such as influenza, rhinopneumonitis, and strangles are recommended if the horse is in a boarding stable with a lot of horse traffic. If new horses are brought in frequently or the horse is attending shows/competitions throughout the winter season, a more rigorous vaccina-

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Adirondack Foothills Equine - 116 County Route 17A Comstock, NY. 50% payback classes. Signups at 9, show at 10. Contact George, 518796-1818. On Internet at www.adkfoothillsequine.com

Halfmoon, NY. 11 am. Contact Diane Crandall, 518686-4815 or newsletter@rcdaa.com.

Homer Senior Center, Main & Water Streets, Homer, NY. 7 pm. Annual holiday meeting, dish to pass, silent auction, donations for Cortland County SPCA. Contact Margery Talutis, 607-8634261 or e-mail mtalutis@aznet.com.

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New York State Quarter Horse Association New York State Quarter Horse Association would like to recognize our All Around Circuit Winners, Maturity-Futurity Winners and the Winner of the Work Saddle that was given away by Shuppherd’s Tack at our September Show. It was a great year, our Shows were fun, yet competitive too!

NYSQHA would like to thank everyone who took the time to speak with our Officers and Board of Directors at our September Show.

You spoke and we listened. Thank you for the compliments in regards to our 2012 AQHA/NSBA Shows.

NYSQHA is already working on your suggestions for the 2013 Show Season and looking forward to seeing you in the New Year!

NYSQHA Congratulates the following exhibitors who were the Circuit All-Around Winners at our September Show: AQHA Open: Izzy Mister Rogers - Nancy Richter and Marissa De Mattio.

AQHA Amateur: Vito Latini - Lil Bit of Krymsun AQHA Select: Claire VanSaders - ZipposMidniteInvstmt AQHA Novice Amateur: Sandy Mietz Allen Smooth Playin Chip AQHA Novice Youth: Madison Frasier - NYPD Blue AQHA Youth: Rebecca Pirger - RL A Lucky Sudden Small Fry: Morgan Hipkens - I Be The Kats Meow PHBA Amateur: Lea Ann Miller - Gold Credentials PHBA Open: One Flashy Madonna - Rianna Nalepa PHBA Youth: Rianna

Nalepa - One Flashy Madonna PHBA Walk-Trot: Seth Whitney-Wekar - JAC Royal Colors NYSQHA Open 2012 Futurity and Maturity Winners Open Yearling Futurity Gelding: RIR Copied in Gold - Owned & Shown

by Deborah Beckwith.

Open Yearling Western LongeLine: Shocked By The Touch - Owned by Cindy Howard, Shown by Skip Howard.

Open Two Years Old YR Snaffle Bit Western Pleasure Futurity: Shake Your Boom Boom - Owned by Cindy Howard, Shown by Tawnee Collins.

Open 3 & 4 Years Old Western Pleasure Futurity: Zippos Cash Award Owned and Shown by Steve Lord.

Open 5 Years Old and Over Western Pleasure Maturity: One Hot Lopin Image - Owned and Shown by Beatrice Archer.

Open Two Years Old Hunter Under Saddle Futurity: Chipped Artifact Owned by Lisa Pahl, Shown by Dodie Howard.

Open 3 & 4 Years Old Hunter Under Saddle Futurity: PS Yes Your Honor - Owned by Melissa Frasier, Shown by Christina Lewis.

Open 5 Years and Older Hunter Under Saddle Ma-

AQHA-NYSQHA Amateur All Around Winner: Vito Latini - Lil Bit of Krymsun

AQHA - NYSQHA Novice Amateur All Around Winner: Sandy Mietz Allen - Smooth Playin Chip

turity: Showum Elegance - Owned and Shown by Amy Bubniak.

Throughout the 2012 NYSQHA Show Season, exhibitors were eligible to enter a drawing for a FREE work saddle that was given away at our end of the year party by Shupperd’s Tack.

Shuppherd’s Tack and NYSQHA would like to Congratulate Katie Dolan who was this year’s winner!

For more information on NYSQHA, please visit our website at www.nysqha.com

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Hudson Valley Ranch Horse Association wraps up another successful year Open Hi Point: CH - Wendy Bink w/ Dustys Jackinthebox; Res - Linda Delisle w/ Charmin Cisco Kid; 3rd - Rob Bink w/ Meredas Fair Catch Amateur Hi Point: CH - Linda Delisle w/ Charmin Cisco Kid; Res - Amy Clute w/ JD Too Tardy; 3rd - Amber Roberts w/ Captain Smokem Novice Hi Point: CH - Tracy Bartick Sedrich w/ Xtra Spoonful; Res - Deb Boyland w/ Peppycree Dawson Novice Youth Hi Point: CH - Patrick Shannon; Res - Megan Wildermuth w/ Minza Pine; 3rd - Gabrielle Grasmeder w/ Red Tai Manifest Destiny Versatility Open: CH - Wendy Bink w/ Dustys Jackinthebox Res - Rob Bink w/ Meredas Fair Catch Amateur Versatility: CH - Amy Clute w/ JD Too Tardy; Res - Amber Roberts w/ Captain Smokem; 3rd - Linda Delisle w/ Charmin Cisco Kid Novice Versatility: CH - Deb Boyland w/ Peppycree Dawson; Res - Tracy Bartick Sedrich w/ Xtra Spoonful; 3rdDeb Moulton w/ Phyllis Dollar Novice Youth Versatility: CH - Megan Wildermuth w/ Minza Pine; Res Patrick Shannon w/ Kings Hopeful Glo Open Ranch Horse shows Open Hi Point: CH - Chelsea Hoover w/ Poco; Res - Wendy Bink w/ Dustys Jackinthebox; 3rd - Linda Delisle w/ Charmin Cisco Kid Amateur Hi Point: CH - Linda Delisle w/ Charmin Cisco Kid; Res - Amber Roberts w/ Captain Smokem; 3rd - Carol Moon w/ A Little Out Of Tune Novice Hi Point: CH - Tracy Bartick Sedrich w/ Xtra Spoonful; Res - Deb Boyland w/ Peppycree Dawson; 3rd Deb Moulton w/ Phyllis Dollar

Shown are two HVRHA members at the American Ranch Horse World Show. Congratulations to members, Amber Roberts and her horse Captain Smokem and Linda Delisle and her horse Charmin Cisco Kid. Photo courtesy of Ken Siems Photography (PSDPhoto) Novice Youth Hi Point: CH - Megan Wildermuth w/ Minza Pine; Res - Patrick Shannon w/ Kings Hopeful Glo; 3rdSamantha Vallone w/ Reminics promise No Open versatility Amateur Versatility: CH - Linda Delisle w/ Charmin Cisco Kid; Res - Amber Roberts w/ Captain Smokem; 3rd Kathy Urbanski w/ Colonels April Kid Novice Versatility: CH - Tracy Bartick Sedrich w/ Xtra Spoonful; Res - Deb Moulton w/ Phyllis Dollar; 3rd- Mark Samu w/ Mr. Peabody Nov Youth Versatility: CH - Patrick Shannon w/ Kings Hopeful Glo; Res -

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Megan Wildermuth w/ Minza Pine; 3rd - Alex Morency w/ Skippers Buster We look forward to next year and are already planning. We are accepting membership applications for 2013 already, and welcome input from members regarding events and programs.

Please e-mail us at hudsonvalleyranch@gmail.com, visit us on the web at hvrha.com, or keep in touch with us on Facebook.

Correction from last month’s article: Amber Roberts horse was Captain Smokem.

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HVRHA has pulled off another season of friendly competition, growing membership, and shows that offer something for everyone. We would like to extend a sincere “Thank You” to all of our sponsors. Your help is what keeps us going and allows us to look forward to growing and improving from year to year.

Platinum Sponsors: Adirondack Foothills Equine, Frank Adams Jewelers, Luitpold Animal Health, Merck Animal Health, Painted Pony Rodeo, Poulin Grain, Upstate Equine Medical Center, Walkers Farm Home and Tack.

Gold Sponsors: Circle R Performance Horses, E5 Support Services, and Sandcastle Farm.

Silver Sponsors: Granville Veterinary Services, Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company, Warren Tire.

Bronze Sponsors: Color Run, Cross Timbers Ranch, June’s Hang Ups, New York Farm Bureau, Farm Credit East, Mandak Tack and Horse Sales, North Country Horses, Parker MX, Reids Hardware, Trinity Horse Performance, Union Coachworks, Where’s Mr. Peabody Equine Photography, Wild West Show.

And a special thank you go out to George and Terry Peters and the entire Win$um family as well as George Thomas and his crew at Adirondack Equine Foothills Getaway for all of their support and hospitality during this show season.

Year end results Congratulations to all of the HVRHA competitors. We are fortunate to have such a supportive and talented group of riders.

ARHA Sanctioned Shows

Association News

Associations Directory

Promoting and encouraging perpetuation of the miniature horse breed through the World Class Miniature Horse Registry, with shows and educational demonstrations.

$13. Single membership, $33. Family

Contact Laura Hayner at 518-848-4858

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www.emrha.com

Jane Moulton, President 232 Eldridge Lane, Fort Ann, NY 12827 518-632-9227 jmoulton@dishmail.net

Eastern Connecticut Draft Horse Association Exchange Street Arena PO Box 58, Attica, NY 14011-0058 Tickets Sales: Tickets@AtticaRodeo.Com All other inquires: AtticaRodeo@AtticaRodeo.Com

Eastern Regional Draft Horse Association Individual $14. Family $20. Youth $7.

Roberta Healy 3418 St. Hwy. 29, Johnstown, NY 12095

Green Mountain Draft Horse Association

Grafton Trail Riders 16 Trail Riders Way Grafton, NY 12082 www.graftontrailriders.com

Jean Cross - GMDHA VP 271 Plank Road, Vergennes, VT 05491 www.greenmountaindraft.org 802-877-6802

$15 member $20 family Send your check payable to GMDHA to Karen Myers, 1233 Satterly Rd., Ferrisburgh, VT 05456

Hudson Valley Ranch Horse Association President ~ Rob Bink Vice President ~ Jeff Harrison Secretary ~ Tacey Shannon Treasurer ~ Linda Delisle B.O.D. ~ Mark Samu ~ Jeanette Larmon ~ Wendy Bink ~ Tracy Bartick-Sedrish Youth Advisor ~ Wendy Bink Charter Rep ~ Linda Delisle P.O. Box 31 Argyle, N.Y. 12809 www.hvrha.com ~ hudsonvalleyranch@gmail.com

NATIONAL BARREL HORSE ASSOCIATION For more information and a downloadable membership form visit www.nbha.com or call 706-722-7223

New York State High School Rodeo Association

Betsy Christensen 300 Rockland Rd. Guilford, CT 06437 203-457-9112 ngnurs@aol.com State Secretary

www.easternCTdrafthorse.com Dale Naegeli ECDHA Treasurer Box 715 Coventry, CT 06328

Equine Addiction Horse Club, Inc. PO Box 115, West Stockholm, NY 13696 Attn: Jen Bruno 315-212-0381 • www.equineaddiction.org

The Hudson Valley Draft Horse Association John Ingram, President - 845-657-2032 Matt Smith, Vice-President - 845-883-4007 To promote draft animals in the Hudson Valley, communicate with other draft animal enthusiasts, including horses, mules, oxen. Our events are festivals, plows, fairs, etc.

E-mail Robin at dmjure33@frontiernet.net Ask about our up & coming events New Members always welcome!

Mid State Riding Club Nancy Moos Membership Coordinator 1245 Ferry St. Marshfield, MA 02050-1802 781-536-4119 (phone calls 8 am-8pm) nmoos@yahoo.com

NEW ENGLAND WALKING HORSE Richard Lashoones, Treasurer NEWHA - PO Box 225, Marshfield, VT 05658 802-426-3781

New York State Horse Council, Inc. Stephen Ropel 221 New Road, Nassau, NY 12123 sropel@nyc ap.rr.com or 518-366-8998

Randolph, VT

www.midstateridingclubvt.org Contact: Jyl Emerson, President jyl.emerson@hughes.net 802-522-2156

New York State Draft Horse Club Gordon Howard, V.P. 315-436-5982 ghoward1951@yahoo.com For more information visit ny-state-draft-horse-club.org

Associations New York Percheron Association Linda Tangen - 518-673-5921 tangenspercherons@frontiernet.net www.nypercheron.org

The New York State Plantation Walking Horse Club Walking comfortably into the future.

www.nyspwhc.org

Renesselaer County Draft Animal Association

Web site www.NYSSHA.org Tri-County Pony Club, Inc. This organization is dedicated to fostering a positive, affordable, and safe environment for the promotion and enjoyment of equines. Bringing youth and equines together since 1959.

Get the latest news, events and membership information on our web site: www.tricountyponyclub.com Lynne Baldauf at 518-872-9320

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Vermont Farriers Association c/o Ken Norman, VTFA President 1292 South Rte. 116, Bristol, VT 05443 802-353-0705

Washington County Draft Animal Association Membership is $30/year. Send dues to Jan Skelly, 3375 County Route 30 Salem, NY 12865.

For more information call Karin Vollkommer @ 518-584-6933 Check Washington County Draft Animal Association out on facebook.

THE VERMONT HORSE COUNCIL www.vthorsecouncil.org Roger Morin, President 802-899-4030 Rogerm49@aol.com

www.nysqha.com 5 Weekends of 16 AQHA Shows 1 NYSSHA open Show $9000 added to Futurities Contact: Kim LaFlair 48 Lake Road Ballston Lake, NY 12019 518-399-3414 luvqhrses@nycap.rr.com

Saint Skutla Icelandic Horse Club Seeking to promote the Icelandic horse, to educate, and to provide support for all who enjoy this unique breed

For more infomation contact Andrea Barber 585-624-4468, toltstar@yahoo.com http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Skutlaclub

Woodstock Riding Club PO Box 726, Woodstock, NY 12498 President - Hannah Moskowitz Vice President - Dawn Clayton Secretary - Roberta Jackson Treasurer - Jane Booth www.woodstockridingclub.us www.woodstockridingclub.com woodstockridingclub@yahoo.com

VERMONT QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION

www.vtqha.com Lucille Evarts - President 802-545-2547 EVARTSL@YAHOO.COM

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Diane Crandall 107 Breese Hollow Rd Hoosick Falls, NY 12090 E-mail: rcdaa@rcdaa.com Web site: www.rcdaa.com

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Eastern Mountain Ranch Horse Association Message from the EMRHA President EMRHA is winding down for 2012 and getting ready for 2013. We will be holding a roping clinic on Nov. 3 at Sandy Hill Quarter Horses 232 Eldridge Lane, Fort Ann, NY 12827. This clinic will be on the ground, no horses please. The cost is $5 which includes lunch.

Following the roping clinic will be our Annual membership meeting with Board Elections. We hope to see all our EMRHA members on Nov. 3.

We will be planning our 2013 events and making plans for reining and cattle clinics. If you would like to have your voice heard, please plan on attending the annual meeting.

Check our website www.EMRHA.com regularly for updates on our 2013 events.

EMRHA Wishes everyone a very Happy Holiday season and until next year…

Happy Riding EMRHA Sunshine Fair Ranch Horse Show results (top 3) All Age Cutting: 1st Tim Grams & Alotofbull; 2nd Tammy Sapowsky & Haidas Olena; 3rd Lia Savas & Little Big Pants Amateur Cutting: 1st Tammy Sapowsky & Haidas Olena; 2nd Art Snow & Jay Boonlight; 3rd John Rhodes & Smart Ritz Bitz All Age Ranch Cutting: 1st Wendy Bink & Dustys Jackinthebox; 2nd Tim Grams & Alotofbull; 3rd Lia Savas & Little Big Pants Youth Ranch Cutting: 1st Alex Morency & Skippers Buster; 2nd Bethany Tyler & Magic Moon Breeze Amateur Ranch Cutting: 1st John Rhodes & Smart Ritz Bitz; 2nd Art Snow & Jay Boonlight; 3rd Matt Cafasso & DJS Kaboon Nu Green Adult Ranch Cutting: 1st Suzanne Rhodes & Jetta Roni; 2nd Pete Englemann & Bob; 3rd Anna Spoor & Miss Poco Playright Green Youth Ranch Cutting: 1st Eric Englemann & Stringbean; 2nd Meg Wildermuth & Minza Pine; 3rd Maegan Dix & Magic Moon Breeze All Age Working Ranch Horse: 1st Lia Savas & Little Big Pants; 2nd Alex Morency & Skippers Buster; 3rd Tim Grams & Alotofbull

Youth Working Ranch Horse: 1st Alex Morency & Skippers Buster; 2nd Bethany Tyler & Magic Moon Breeze Amateur Working Ranch Horse: 1st John Rhodes & Smart Ritz Bitz; 2nd Amy Clute & JD Too Tardy; 3rd Art Snow

& Jay Boonlight Green Adult Working Ranch Horse: 1st Suzanne Rhodes & Jetta Roni; 2nd Tracy BartickSedrish & Xtra Spoonful; 3rd Kim Bastible & Sudz Green Youth Working Ranch Horse: 1st Eric Englemann & String-

bean; 2nd Meg Wildermuth & Minza Pine; 3rd Maegan Dix & Magic Moon Breeze All Age Working Cow Horse: 1st Alex Morency & Skippers Buster; 2nd Tim Grams & Alotofbull Amateur Working Cow Horse: 1st Amy Clute &

JD Too Tardy; 2nd Matt Cafasso & DJS Kaboon Nu; 3rd Lee Darling & Paddys Saralena Amateur Ranch Boxing: 1st Loretta Webster & Tigerboonsmal; 2nd Linda Delisle & Charmin Cisco Kid; 3rd Scott Flowers & CTR Peptos Sugar Cat

Leadline: 1st Matthew Dix & Magic Moon Breeze; 2nd Allee Schumacher & Oliver Alwall Youth Walk - Trot: 1st Laura Larmon & Snickers; 2nd Nicholas Parker & Skippers Buster; 3rd

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Massachusetts Quarter Horse Association Congratulations to Erica Peterson and her horse, Ms Smoken Sprat, the 2012 MassQHA High Point 4-H Champions.

We’ll look for you at the future MassQHA events.

The AQHA Novice Championship Show was held Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 5-7, in

Tennessee.

MassQHA had representation from several national and state qualified teams.

Massachusetts youth member Makayla Flower brought home the GOLD for Performance Mares at the AQHA Novice Championship Show. Congratulations Makayla!

The MQHYA members held a food drive in September.

Boxed and canned goods were collected and donated to the local food bank. Way to support your communities! Thank you to Marge Tanner, youth advisor, for organizing this community service effort.

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Congratulations to Erica Peterson and her horse, Ms Smoken Sprat, the 2012 MassQHA High Point 4-H Champions.

Eastern from 26 Tardy; 2nd Tim Grams & Alotofbull; 3rd Lia Savas & Little Big Pants Youth Ranch Trail: 1st Alex Morency & Skippers Buster; 2nd Bethany Tyler & Magic Moon Breeze Amateur Ranch Trail: 1st Art Snow & Jay Boonlight; 2nd Matt Cafasso & DJS Kaboon Nu; 3rd John Rhodes & Smart Ritz Bitz

HORSE AUCTION CALENDAR To have your auction listed in this calendar, contact your Country Folks Sales Representative, or Tina Krieger at 518-673-0108 or e-mail: tkrieger@ leepub.com.

Sunday, December 2 • Pre-Holiday Auction - unique gift items, new and used tack, and equipment, plus horses and ponies.

Heated auction ring, food available, catalogs at every auction. Information on these events and much, much more at www.farmheritage.com. Nice horses for nice people. Open to buy and sell horses by appointment, 7 days a week. Heritage Farm, The Raucher Family, 30 Florence Rd., Easthampton, MA 01027, 413-527-1612

Green Ranch Trail: 1st Pete Englemann & Bob; 2nd Tracy Bartick-Sedrish & Xtra Spoonful; 3rd Allison Wilshere & Tejons Okie Doc Green Youth Ranch Trail: 1st Meg Wildermuth & Minza Pine; 2nd Eric Englemann & Stringbean; 3rd Maegan Dix & Magic Moon Breeze All Age Ranch Riding: 1st Janine Tinkham & DJS Jameen; 2nd Linda Delisle & Charmin Cisco Kid; 3rd Lia Savas & Little Big Pants Youth Ranch Riding: 1st Alex Morency & Skippers Buster; 2nd Bethany Tyler & Magic Moon Breeze Amateur Ranch Riding: 1st Linda Delisle & Charmin Cisco Kid; 2nd Loretta Webster & Tigerboonsmal; 3rd Art Snow & Jay Boonlight Green Youth Ranch Riding: 1st Maegan Dix & Magic Moon Breeze; 2nd Bethany Tyler & Catulena Boon; 3rd Sarah Converse & Cherokee Wine

Green Adult Ranch Riding: 1st Suzanne Rhodes & Jetta Roni; 2nd Kendyl Foristall & Jokers Wild; 3rd Tracy BartickSedrish & Xtra Spoonful 3 & Over Geldings: Grand Champion Allison Wilshere & Tejons Okie Doc; Reserve Lia Savas & Little Big Pants; 3rd Tim Grams & Alotofbull Youth 3 & Over Geldings: Grand Champion Bethany Tyler & Magic Moon Breeze; Reserve Alex Morency &

Skippers Buster Amateur 3 & Over Geldings: Grand Champion Loretta Webster & Tigerboonsmal; Reserve Allison Wilshere & Tejons Okie Doc; 3rd Art Snow & Jay Boonlight 3 & Over Mares: Grand Champion Janine Tinkham & DJS Jameen; Reserve Kristal Clark & Jasabell Hickory OOO Amateur 3 & Over Mares: Grand Champion Kristal Clark & Jasabell

Hickory OOO; Reserve Lee Darling & Paddys Saralena Green Youth Conformation: 1st Maegan Dix & Magic Moon Breeze; 2nd Bethany Tyler & Catulena Boon; 3rd Sarah Converse & Cherokee Wine Green Adult Conformation: 1st Kristal Clark & Jasabell Hickory OOO; 2nd Allison Wilshere & Tejons Okie Doc; 3rd Suzanne Rhodes & Jetta Roni

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Michael Dix & Magic Moon Breeze All Age Ranch Reining: 1st Janine Tinkham & DJS Jameen Amateur Ranch Reining: 1st Matt Cafasso & DJS Kaboon Nu; 2nd Amy Clute & JD Too Tardy; 3rd Lee Darling & Paddys Saralena All Age Ranch Trail: 1st Amy Clute & JD Too

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Generators

JANUARY/FEBRUARY ISSUE

WINPOWER 25kw PTO generator on wheels, $1,750.

607-657-8105

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Thursday, December 20th

BLAZE ORANGE Horsewear for hunting seasons and riding safety, and visibility. www.protectavest.com 207892-0161

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NEW Turnout Blankets starting at $68; new gates starting at $67. Lots of Christmas gift ideas for the horse lover.

Mandack Tack & Horse Sales, 518-885-1158

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Buildings For Sale FA R M R A I S E D H O M E BUILDER, featuring Bill Lake Homes. Your plans or ours.

Also featuring Redman Homes doublewides & singlewides. w w w. k d h o m e s n y. c o m kdhomes@frontier net.net Dave, KD HOMES, 379 Stafford Ave., Route 12, Waterville,NY 315-841-8700

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Fencing Hay - Straw Wanted

Farm Machinery For Sale 40’ HAY ELEVATOR on wheels, needs motor, $500 OBO. 845-266-5024

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Report any errors to 800-836-2888 or 518-673-0111 NEED BUSINESS CARDS? Full color glossy, heavy stock.

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Bedding KILN DRYED SHAVINGS for sale. 315-985-5507.

4955 JD Tractor, 4WD, low hours, good rubber, very clean, $52,500; 4960 JD 4WD, good rubber, exc. cond., $56,000. 413-530-5369 7700 FORD, 2WD, 3700 hours; 720 & 535 International 3&4 bottom plows; 336 JD square baler. 585-526-5954 FARMALL 340 pulling tractor, new tires, weight brackets, $5,800/OBO; Farmall 560 pulling tractor, $6,400/OBO; front weights for F240 or F340; 7’ fast hitch sickle bar.

518-945-1715, 518-567-1532

LOCUST POSTS, POLES, Split Rails, 6x6’s, 4x4’s. Other hardwood & softwood boards and planks, custom cut. Also lots, land cleared, woodlots wanted. 518-883-8284

R & R FENCING LLC • • • •

Equine Livestock Post Driving Pasture & Paddock Design BRIAN ROSS

585-599-3489

9479 Alleghany Rd Corfu NY 14036 15 Years of Professional Fencing Installations “Quality You Can Trust”

Furniture

Glencoe F511A 9-shank chisel plow, with coulters & 4 wheels. $9,000. 585-948-5843

Double O Builders LLC

518-673-1073 or 518-774-7288 • Horse Barns • Riding Arenas • Pole Barns • Machinery Sheds • Garages Call today and join our family of satisfied customers!!

“STRAW BASED” HORSE BEDDING (STRAW MANURE) Contacts: Dave Tranquillo 610-926-8811 ext. 5223 dtranquillo@giorgimush.com Kevin Eickhoff 610-926-8811 ext. 5216 keickhoff@giorgimush.com Michele Fisher 610-926-8811 ext. 5189 mfisher@giorgimush.com

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STOP BY TO SEE OUR YOUNG STOCK HORSES FOR SALE AT ALL TIMES RAY HULTEN • 315-823-4321

NEW HOLLAND 1037 automatic bale wagon/stacker. Call for details 518-284-2180

Buildings For Sale

2 TEAMS Draft horses, both teams well broke & gentle, had all shots. Call for details.

607-898-3994

R AY C L I F F FA R M QUARTER HORSES

KUBOTA M125X 2009, 125hp, 1220 hrs., power shift, 3 remotes, cab, 4WD, heavy duty 3pt. hitch, loader, immaculate, $52,500. 413-834-1391

Buildings For Sale

Giorgi Mushroom Company, located in Berks County now sourcing the following material:

10 Y/O Belgian geldings, 18+H, broke, $3,400; 8 & 10 Y/O Belgian mares, 17H; 10 Y/O Belgian mare, lead horse, $750; 10 Y/O black gelding, lots of snap; 1 set nylon draft harnesses, $350. Daniel Zook, 315-823-1618

Visit us at the Equine Affaire in West Springfield, MA November 8-11 Booth 3122 in the Mallary South Building P.O. Box 26 Fultonham New York 12071 CustomerService@CharlesShaulDesigns.Com

www.CharlesShaulDesigns.com 518.461.6013

www.rhultenquarterhorses.com

WANTED Cash Paid for Quality Used Western Saddles any type Piland, LJ’s, McCall, etc.

Call Butch Colbert 518-966-5549 Email - gehs@nyair.net

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HOOSICK FALLS,NY: 253 acre farm, currently horse/ beef farm. Has farmhouse, hay barn, sheds, pastures, hay fields, mobile home rental, organic potential, just outside village. 603-847-9026

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Trailers

B&G Trailer Sales Dryden, NY 13053

Trucks

Martin’s Farm Trucks, LLC

Trucks for All Your Needs - Specializing in Agri-Business Vehicles

607-898-9558 COMPLETE LINE ADAM & COTNER HORSE TRAILERS Also

Flatbed Trailers

888-497-0310

Real Estate For Sale

KAST HILL FARM, Herkimer, NY. Poulin grain dealer. Horse, Cow, small animal feed, stall mats, shavings, boarding, indoor arena, Adirondack candles. 315-866-1188

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For Sale Contemporary Home 4 Stall Horse Barn, 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 bath

Galway, NY. . . Asking $169,000 Review Pictures at galwayhome.tumblr.com

Call Scott: 518-522-4232 www.pr-realestate.com COLUMBIA COUNTY NY: 211 ACRE HORSE FARM Farmhouse: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. Stallion Barn: Offices, Bathroom. Six 14x16 Stalls, Wash Stalls, Breeding Area and Storage Bays. Mare Barn: Office, Wash Stall, Laundry, Lavatory, Feed Room, Lab and 41 Stalls. Run-In Sheds: Two 36x78 w/Electric. Enclosed ends for Feed/Storage.

Paddocks/Pasture: 113 Acres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asking $746,400...E472

Trucks Snowblowers LORENZ 3PT. 8’ H.D. snowblower, model 838, dual auger, hyd. chute, stored inside, used once, $4,600 OBO. 585-548-2641

Dodge Ram 250, ugly red truck w/dents & rust, engine runs well, but needs transmission, tires more than 50% tread, great work truck, $1,500 OBO. 845-266-5024

Real Estate For Sale

Real Estate For Sale

HORSE FARM FOR SALE 4 BEDROOMS 1 1/2 BATHS, On Almost 3 Acres, 31’ x 15’ POLE BARN, 130’ x 150’ RIDING ARENA.

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Hilton, NY: Successful 32 Acre Horse Farm Farmhouse: 2 Apartments, could be one family again.

Stable: 75x150 Arena, 23 Stalls, Feed, Tack, 1/2 Bath and Viewing Room. 2nd Barn: 13 Stalls and Hayloft. 8 Paddocks: Outdoor Arena, Excellent Drainage. Work Shop: Room for Tractors, Farm Implements, Etc. . . . . . . . . . . .ONLY $347,400...W504.

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Gansevoort,NY,12 miles north of Saratoga Springs, Custom Log Home,4+ Beds/2+ baths,ten acres, new three stall barn and tack room, w/water and electric, pond, landscaped.$398,000.

518-793-4395

2000 Dierzen Welding 16’ Steel Dump Bed, 96” Wide, 60” Sides, Center Piston Hoist, Barn Door Tailgate, Pump Included, Nice Condition $7,500

2004 Ford F350XL Reg Cab Long Bed, 4x4, 5.4L V8 Gas, Auto, Cold AC, 8.5’ Western V-Plow, Tool Boxes, Fuel Tank, 92k mi. $13,900

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Grafton Trail Riders tradition lives on Thanks to the dedicated members and gracious landowners, the Over the Mountain Ride was a huge success the weekend of Sept. 22 and 23, with over 85 people participating in the weekend events. The morning started out with heavy fog at the top of the Petersburgh pass but the skies

cleared up for the beautiful view at the top of the mountain. Lunch was held in a field on the property of the old Seagroatt’s Roses and then the ride proceeded along the old railroad tracks and up and over dirt roads and trails back to our club house grounds on Rt. 2 in Grafton. With

rain in the forecast most riders had their rain gear tied on their saddles but did not need it as the rain held off until later that evening. The weather was perfect for riding.

This year marked the 25th anniversary of the Snowstorm Ride of 1987 the ride was Oct. 3rd and 4th that year and when

the riders woke up Sunday morning the snow had already covered the ground and continued until there was 28 inches on the ground in Williamstown.

Horses and riders were stuck in Williamstown for a couple of days. We had 10 people that rode this year that were with us on that his-

toric ride 25 years ago!

Our oldest rider this year was 81 years old and our youngest rider was 15; a diverse group of people that came together for their love of horses and riding. In order to complete the ride you must condition your horse and yourself as the average time in the sad-

dle is 6-7 hours covering approximately 24 miles traversing over trails and roads from Rt. 2 at the top of the Petersburgh pass all the way to Grafton.

It’s not too soon to think about joining us next year!

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Winter from 21 tion schedule may be needed. Mosquito borne diseases such as West Nile Virus should not be a problem in the colder climates but booster vaccines should be considered if shipping the horse to warmer climates for the winter.

Horses should only be de-wormed as needed, based on fecal analysis for the presence/absence of intestinal parasite larvae or eggs. Manure should be picked up on a daily basis in the paddocks and around areas where horses congregate outside to prevent unsanitary organic material accumulation that contributes to the development of parasite infestation, thrush and skin infections on the lower legs of horses. This is especially important when the temperature climbs above freezing and melts snow and ice, creating muddy conditions.

Another health consideration during the winter months could occur after heavy storms. Tree limbs that fall into paddocks/ pastures could potentially be toxic and horses could chew on the branches out of curiosity or boredom.

Also, in the spring, the first green plants to appear are usually noxious weeds, not the nutritious grasses, so it is important to feed plenty of hay and keep the weed population down by mowing and/or use of herbicides if necessary.

This fact sheet contains some considerations for winter care for various types of weather conditions and farm situations. It is recommended to first assess your farm’s situation and horse care needs before deciding what form of housing/shelter, blanketing or clipping schedule, exercise regime and health care measures are right for you and your horse.

For a comprehensive list of publications visit www.njaes.rutgers.edu Source: www.esc.rutgers.edu, Fact Sheet FS1142

Mail or Fax to Country Folks, PO Box 121, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428 • Fax 518-673-2381

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