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APRIL 2008 |
1. Thursday, April 3, 2008 4-8 p.m., Minnesota Valley Vet will be at the LeSueur Retail Business Expo in the LeSueur Community Center! |
2. Friday - Sunday, April 4-6, 2008, 9-5 Daily. Lloyd AndersonHorse Clinic at Highview Stables in LeSueur, MN. |
3. Saturday, April 12, 2008, Coggins/Vaccination Clinic put on by All Pets Vet Hospital & Equine Services...Dr. Joel Ihnen at the "Country Store" in Princeton, MN. |
4. Saturday, April 26, 2008, 9-5 pm. Lloyd Anderson Horse Clinic at the Oasis Equestrian Center in Lindstrom, MN. |
MAY 2008 |
1. Saturday & Sunday, May 3rd & 4th. Fox Hollow Spring Ride in LeSueur, MN. More Info... |
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Have a HARD KEEPER? Want to increase your horses stamina and performance?
Talk'n Horses would like to give a BIG WELCOME to Challenger Feeds, producer of Health E Oil, a premiere horse supplement. Health E-Oil is an all-natural soy-oil based product for enhancing the performance and health of your horse. Easily digested calories for a beautiful coat shine and weight gain. All natural mechanically pressed soybean oil with 1000 IU/lb of Human Food Grade Vitamin E rich in essential fatty acids for a happy healthy horse. Health E-Oil reduces the incidence of colic and laminitis, increases stamina in performance horses, and is excellent for senior horses and those "hard keepers".
As they say, "the proof is in the pudding"... just ask Jody at Misfit Acres Horse Sanctuary. She's been using Health E-Oil on her new distressed horses and it works fabuluous!!
Check out Challenger Feeds website by clicking their link in the rotating right-hand banner; and if you have any questions, just contact Dan at 319-240-8024 or send him at e-mail at dstille@hotmail.com.
Oh, and tell him that Talk'n Horses Sent Ya!!
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May 3-4, 2007 Fox Hollow Spring Trail Ride. (Not Recommended for Novice Riders) Pull In Friday Nite the 2nd, camp with your friends, gather around a bonfire and enjoy the great outdoors! Ride leaves Saturday, May 3rd at 12:00 noon. Put your dancing boots on cause there'll be Western Music Saturday night! A "Saturday Evening Meal" will be offered until the food is gone (the meal price is not included in the price of the ride) . Ride leaves Sunday, May 4th at 10:00 a.m. CLICK HERE to go to the form for more information. Printable Form--CLICK HERE....... HAVE A SAFE WEEKEND and be sure to read the rules of the ride! |
THE RIDING/SHOWING SEASON IS UPON US!!! Yeah!~! After the long winter it'll be great to be riding outdoors again! For those that trailer out-of-state Talk'n Horses has a Travel, Weather, & Map page! This page allows you to get information on your destination with AnyWho.Com (Telephone Numbers and Addresses), Google Maps and Map Quest (Mapping to your destination and back home again), Weather For You (With zipcodes you can check the weather for not only your destination but also stops along the way--Five-Day Forecasts), and the U.S. State & Territory Animal Import Regulations (APHIS) Website. Hopefully, this information will help you and your horse (s) have a safe and wonderful trip. Check it Out by CLICKING HERE.
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WHAT VACCINES SHOULD I GIVE MY HORSE??? About now, every horse owner is asking themselves this question. I called Minnesota Valley Vet and found that I should be giving our horses their west nile, rhino, encephalomyelitis, and flu shots, just like last year. (Note: According to Jayme, the U of M has suggested not giving Potomic as the incidents are rare in our area of Southern Minnesota.)
The type of vaccines we give depend on the extent of our horses' exposure to other horses. And right now, the exposure is limited to the friends that we ride and camp with...but if you show, or ride on scheduled trail rides you may want to add strangles to your list of vaccines. Rabies vaccines are also available, but cannot be shipped to Minnesota. Your choices are to have the vets administer the shot or buy a place in Wisconsin!
Here are a couple of links to help you decide on what vaccination schedule you should use. The best advice is to call your veterinarian and ask them.... Also, I asked Minnesota Valley Vet about the pricing for their vaccines. I was very surprised to find that their prices were less than the on-line veterinary supply sites that I checked, when shipping was taken into consideration. So, ask your vet how much their shots are....might save you $$$ in the long run!!
http://www.helium.com/items/294851-figure-right-vaccines-horse
Minnesota Extension Service
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YEE HAA... Bring the kids, friends, & family! The Rochester Regional Equestrian Center is having a Benefit Horse Show in August at Westwind Acres In Rochester, Minnesota! Jackpot Classes!! No horse assessment fee! Multiple Riders may use the family horse!! CLICK HERE for more info....
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS! "America's Most Trusted Horseman" is Coming to Rochester, Minnesota!! JOHN LYONS' Three-Day Clinic will be at the Olmsted County Fairgrounds Friday - Sunday, July 11-13, 2008. Twelve horses will be allowed to participate (Negative Coggins Required)!
This event is being sponsored by: Rod Jeche, Manager of Holter Stables, and the Rochester Regional Equestrian Center.
CLICK HERE for more information on Participation Information and Advertising Booth Opportunities!! |  |
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Misfit Acres April 2008 Update is now available. Just CLICK HERE. Augie and Magic decided that the best place to eat is inside their shelter with all the mud...they prefer "room service"! In March the Shore Foundation of Malibu sent a gift to the "kids"....$2,000. Wow, Jody & Bruce are so grateful for their generosity!
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CLEAN Horse Feed? Naturally Perfect Horse Feed without additives, fillers, dust, debris, weeds, or any other crop seed? Intruiging Thought or a Truism? A Truism!! MEET FALK SEED FARM, where you can find Blue Ribbon Premium Horse Oats (Natural, high test weight white oats--per OSU, "Many horse owners in the United States think white oats are the best oats for horses.") and Grand Champion Hulless Oats. Both products are locally grown and cleaned to exacting standards to remove the dust, debris, weeds, or any other crop seed. (Doesn't your horse deserve the best?)
What is a Hulless Oat? Hulless oats are easier to digest and have higher protein. These oats lose their hull at harvest and are approximately 1/3 higher in test weight and protein than conventional oat varieties. Hulless oats are not the same as hulled conventional oat varieties and should not be considered as the same product, as protein and test weight are significantly different. CLICK HERE for more information.
Talk'n Horses would like to WELCOME Falk Seed Farm to our family of sponsors! You'll find their banner in the right-rotating banner on most pages and more information on the "Grain Me" page! If you have any questions, feel free to contact Cindy or Jim...they'll make a believer out of you, too!! Oh, and tell 'em Talk'n Horses Sent Ya!!
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COMBAT WEST NILE, put up BAT BOXES...a single bat can eat 3,000 mosquitoes a night. A unique gift for that horse owner on your list!
LONDON, Ont. -- One of our best allies in the war against West Nile virus may be one of nature's most misunderstood creatures -- the lowly bat.
What a concept!! Where can you get bat boxes/houses? Prairie Farm Supply in Belle Plaine, Minnesota! Prairie Farm supply is your one-stop shopping spot for all your horse & barn needs! Oh, and tell Alan that Talk'n Horses sent ya!!
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Pleasure and Gaming in Baldwin, Wisconsin! Mark Your Calendars! The St. Croix Riders Saddle Club Horse Shows are listed on Talk'n Horse's Calendar! They'll be having a "Fun Show" on May 4th, A "Mother's Day" Horse Show on May 11th, an Independence Day Horse Show on July 4th, and in September, on the 14th, another Horse Show all for Pleasure and Gamers! All of the shows will be at the Club Grounds located south of Baldwin, Wisconsin at the intersection of Highway #63 & County Road "N". Start planning your 2008 riding season today!!! Thanks for the info Cindy!!
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Just received this today and thought I'd place the information back on our home page...
"OK trail advocates-- here's your opportunity to show support for the new bill that will go through the Senate and will replace the Right to Ride.
Just CLICK HERE.
When the page comes up, the voting box will be on the right of your screen.
Click on for or against...
Read the comments and if you need more information, check out the information below on Talk'n Horses' main page... Iif you don't know much about this, it is to vote yes to preserve our right to ride, pack, etc., on government lands public). You know how you got to the Nat'l Forest or a State Park to ride. This is to preserve that right. So many groups, bike clubs, hiking club, once they start using something, they don't want our horses on it, just them. This will stop that from happening!"
Received this from a friend...
Click here for more information about the American Horse Council.
Click here to find your senators.
Bill to Preserve Equestrian Access to Public Land Introduced in Senate
by: Edited Press Release
November 07, 2007, Article # 10774 -- TheHorse.com
Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) introduced Nov. 1 the Preserving our Equine Heritage on Public Lands Act (S. 2238). This bill is similar to the so-called "Right-to-Ride" bill that Crapo introduced in the last Congress.
"Senator Crapo has been a champion of preserving riders' access to public lands," said American Horse Council (AHC) President Jay Hickey. "He has retooled the bill he introduced in the last Congress and we appreciate his steadfastness in introducing the legislation again. Equestrians are going to have to let Congress know that they are concerned about access to trails and public lands and that they support this bill if we hope to get it passed."
The bill directs the Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture to manage the federal lands under their jurisdiction "in a manner that preserves and facilitates the continued use and access of pack and saddle stock animals" on lands on which "there is a historical tradition" of use. The bill provides that such lands "shall remain open and accessible to the use of pack and saddle stock animals" where there is such a tradition. The bill applies to the management of the National Park System, BLM lands, National Wildlife Refuge System land, and National Forest System land.
The bill does not limit the federal agencies' ultimate authority to restrict such use, provided the agencies perform the review required under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. The bill would also impose additional specific and designated procedures to be followed by agencies before any land closures. These procedures include advance notice of any proposed reduction in use to allow public comment, convening a public meeting near the area involved, and collaboration with various users during the process.
Those who enjoy riding on public lands have expressed concern about the reduction of trails and public lands available to horses and pack stock.
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NEW Bargain Basement Items!!! Two new items have been added to the Bargain Basement page. Jody has a 10' x 20' Canopy Tent (like the ones vendors & crafters use when they set up at various events) and she has a Rolling Saddle Cart (so you can take your tack to your horse!!) Check it out!!! And, tell her that Talk'n Horses Sent Ya!
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A HUGE Talk'n Horses Welcome to the University of Minnesota Extension Horse Program! They have consented to have a link from Talk'n Horses to their website! Horse enthusiasts will find so much information on Horse Health, Horse Care, Nutrition, Forage, Manure...and so much more! They even have a newsletter that they'll send you if you want to subscribe! (Check out January's Newsletter for information on "Using Round Bales", Blanketing, and Health Certificates)! So, scroll down and click on their link on the left of your screen below Scot Hansen's "Horse Think", and Questions & Answers with Julie Goodnight...and tell 'em Talk'n Horses sent ya!!
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NEW ON TALK'N HORSES--A Search Page for Stables and Boarding Information!
Talk'n Horse's stables/boarding page is organized alphabetically by stable name. But, many times our visitors need to find a stable in a certain state or city within a state; so, we have created a database page to help narrow the search!
The "stables - search page" information can be filtered by Stable Name, Stable City, and/or Stable State! To read more detailed information about the stables in the area, merely CLICK on the "StableInfoLink". Its as easy as that!
We're happy to report that we have stables listed that are located in Kentucky, New York, Minnesota and Tennessee! The list is growing!
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Welcome to Gail Flanagan Stables in Shelbyville, Tennessee!
You will find information on Gail Flanagan Stables on our Stables/Boarding Page. Gail Flanagan Stables is located on 23 acres with very large riding/training areas. Gail's stable has 12 x 12 stalls with windows, tack room, cross ties, wash area with cold/hot water, heated work area, and so much more! Gail also has trainer, lessons, farrier and vet services available. CLICK HERE for more info!!
Oh, and please tell 'em Talk'n Horses Sent Ya!!
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Just a reminder... Please take a look at the stolen horses on the "Stolen Horse Int'l" page on Talk'n Horses.Com. You never know where these horses could end up.... And, you'd make some horse owner really happy if you were instrumental in their horse's recovery!! If you see any of these animals, please contact Stolen Horses International (Net Posse). THANKS!
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A BIG Talk'n Horses Welcome to the Belle Plaine Country Store in Belle Plaine, Minnesota!! You'll find their information on the "horse stuff" page. Just off of Highway 169 in Belle Plaine this store has to be the best kept secret of Southern Minnesota! They have it all! From Horse Feed & Supplements to Feeders, Western Clothing, Boots, Tack...even those cute "horsey" knick knacks and Montana Silver Jewelry!. You'll also find lawn and garden items, pet supplies, farm hardware,and MORE....stop on by and say "hello" to Dana. Oh, and tell her "Talk'n Horses Sent Ya"!
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For Immediate Release - December 17, 2007
NickerNetwork Launches Broadband Television Service
Houston, Tx - At 1:29 pm PST on Saturday, December 15, 2007, Nicker Communications, LLC launched its NickerNetwork broadband television service, quietly and without great fanfare.
"Nicker will now stand on its own," said Sally Lasater, founder and driving force behind the new company. "We wanted to have our beta test launch quietly and just get it out there. We've put up a small sampling of programming -- the FEI 2006 World Equestrian Games Reining Championships, a documentary on American Women in Horse Racing, training mules and foaling Fjords - and much more - just so people can start to get a feel for what we actually have created. This isn't just a television channel about horses - this is a distribution network featuring a wide selection of channels as diverse as our industry and targeted to a world market. There's going to be something for everyone and we want everybody to be involved."
Anchored by the single website, NickerNetwork.com, the on-demand broadband service allows viewers to watch for free (with embedded ads), download programs for later viewing, or buy a DVD of the actual programs. More Info....
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Introducing…BUCKLEY FURNITURE
Using the finest of leathers and themed tapestry, BUCKLEY fine furniture is currently developing a line of furniture with a western-style motif. Custom-made chairs, ottomans, headboards and pillows, can be ordered to suit your individual style and size.
First ‘official’ showing of BUCKLEY fine furniture and accessories will be at the 2008 Minnesota Horse Expo, Booth #615 in the Cattle Barn.
For more information or to place an order now, call Steven D. Buckley, Owner, at 763-682-9600.
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American Horse Council Link on Talk'n Horses! Thanks to Sarah A. Chase, Director of Communications for the American Horse Council we have a link for equine lovers to the AHC Home Page which is located in the left side banner under Links to Associations and Organization. The AHC is your national voice in Washington, D.C. ... and is proud to be your association that represents all segments of our nation's diverse horse industry. Become an AHC Member Today! And tell 'em that Talk'n Horses Sent Ya!!
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NEW BARGAIN BASEMENT ITEMS! Mandi has two "On Course" tan cotton breeches sized 28 and 30 that will fit someone in size 6-8 for sale. She says they're in good condition and were worn only a couple of times. Mandi also has one pair of size 8 rubber English riding boots that were used once and are in excellent condition; and, a pair of Miller's Crossing dark green suede full chaps that have never been worn for sale that would fit someone in a size 6-8. Check out the bargain basement page for more information and give Mandi a holler!! Oh, and tell her Talk'n Horses sent ya!!
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Welcome to Donny & Christy Cole and their Broken Spoke Stable in Hobart, NY!
You will find information on Broken Spoke Stable on our Stables/Boarding Page. Broken Spoke Stable is a family owned and operated stable set on 87 acres of beautiful farmland with open fields and woods located in the beautiful Catskill Mountains only three hours from NYC! A full and partial boarding facility with 24/7/365 "Around the Clock Care", Broken Spoke Stable has an outdoor arena, padded stalls, daily turn out, individual care, training, lessons, quality paddocks, tack storage, round pen training and 1,300+ acres of breathtaking trails to ride your boarded horse!! Space is filling fast with their great rates, so stop by and see Donny & Christy or just give them a call. Retirements and Layovers are available and they have a selection of horses that need new owners! Contact Donny or Christy today for more information or a tour of their facility!! CLICK HERE to take a look!
Oh, and please tell 'em Talk'n Horses Sent Ya!!
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Thanks to the AAEP (American Association of Equine Practioners) for their Healthy Horse Update on the Ten Tips for Preventing Colic. The AAEP's mission is "To improve the health and welfare of the horse, to further the professional development of its members, and to provide resources and leadership for the benefit of the equine industry". CLICK HERE to go to their website.
Remember, Healthy Horse Articles are in .pdf format so that you can CLICK and PRINT those topics that are important to your horses' health.
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New Bargain Basement Item!! Faye has her 15" Silver Royal Show Saddle with a beautiful silver pattern inlaid with ruby stones. Matching headstall and breast collar are included. CLICK HERE to go to the Bargain Basement page to view her information.
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CHEYENNE'S New Baby is FOR SALE!
A lovely baby that has was imprinted at birth and gets handled regularly! Click her picture below to get more information!
 | Now my coat is a rich brown and my legs have a lighter brown color, but Rich says that they will probably change 'cause I'm an Appaloosa. I love to investigate butterflies and birds but don't go very far from my mom, Cheyenne! When the farrier came to work on my mom, he said I'd be tall like my grandpa! You can CLICK HERE for my flyer. Its a .pdf (whatever that is????) |
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