More horses suffering from economic downturn

The economic downturn and the discontinuation of horse slaughter has lead to an increasing number of neglected horses in the United States as more owners are unable to take care of their animals and have no place to go with them. In an effort to help alleviate the problem, the University of Missouri is going to conduct a horse sterilization clinic; Dr. Alison La Carrubba is a clinical instructor and handles the equine ambulatory program at Mizzou.

AUDIO: Dr. LaCarrubba talks about the situation and the clinic

EIA traceback essential

EIA disease requires diligent traceback to identify its origins. Brownfield’s Julie Harker has talked with Missouri State Veterinarian Dr. Taylor Woods about a recent case in Missouri.

AUDIO: Dr. Taylor Woods (3 min. MP3)

FEI World Equestrian Games – UPDATE

For 16 days beginning September 25, Lexington, Kentucky will host the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games and to help you plan your trip, Alltech has established a concierge-style information center. But even for those who want to experience the Games without attending the competitions, Susanna Elliott says a $25 grounds pass is available.

AUDIO: Susanna Elliott, Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (3:00 MP3)

Horses vs. 4-wheelers on the ranch–the debate continues

Horses have been a necessity on the American frontier for more than two centuries.  But in recent years, more ranchers have begun using 4-wheelers—or ATVs—to do their some of their work.  At the recent Cattle Industry Conference in Denver, Thedford, Nebraska rancher Dave Hamilton told us they still keep three horses—half  the number they used to have—and he says they are using 4-wheelers more and more in their operation.

AUDIO: Dave Hamilton (3 min MP3)

A life-changing moment

Michael Richardson was an active horseman for as long as he can remember but things changed dramatically at age 20 when an automobile accident left his lower extremities paralyzed. He says that experience caused him to gravitate toward the horse as one of his early goals in rehabilitation was to regain enough strength to participate in an equine therapy program. Today he travels the country promoting harmony between horse and human.

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AUDIO: Michael Richardson talks about his experience

New Illinois laws favor horses

by Julie Harker/Beverley Kreul

Protections and access for horses and horsemen and women have been written into state law in Illinois. Frank Bowman with the Horseman’s Council of Illinois says the new laws will have a positive impact on the horse community.

AUDIO: Frank Bowman (3 min. MP3)

Kentucky pulls stops for World Equestrian Games

The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, involving world championships in eight equestrian disciplines, is for the first time, going to be held in the United States. The sixteen-day event, beginning September 25th, is hosted by Lexington, Kentucky, and is to be accompanied by a state-wide music and cultural celebration. The games are held every four years, and network television coverage should put a rare spotlight on equine sports.

AUDIO: Jane Beshear and Everett McCorvey (3 min. MP3)

Participating in the World Paint Horse Show

The Summer World Championship Paint Horse Show has been taking place in Fort Worth, Texas in recent days.  Among those participating in the youth division of that show were a couple of young ladies from Nebraska—Emily Eberspacher of Beaver Crossing and Hannah Borg of Allen.  Brownfield’s Ken Anderson talked to Emily and Hannah about their experiences.

AUDIO: Emily Eberspacher and Hannah Borg (3 min MP3)

Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games

If you don’t have the dates already on your calendar, the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games begin September 25 at the Kentucky Horse Park. And like most major events, one of the big events is the opening ceremony for the games. But that’s not all, Alltech, the title sponsor of the World Equestrian Games, has planned, how about a statewide entertainment festival.

AUDIO: World Equestrian Games (3:00 MP3)

Get the horse to think

Mark Rashid is an author, singer and horse trainer….he says so far..the horse training thing has worked out the best for him. His method is to get the horse to think and then get the rider to think like the horse.

AUDIO: Mark Rashid talks about his training method

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