Hydration Hay™ Research Update from Purina

Horses Offered Purina ® Hydration Hay ™ Blocks Demonstrated Improved Markers of Hydration Status During Transport A SUMMARY OF PURINA ANIMAL NUTRITION SPONSORED RESEARCH 1,2 CONDUCTED AT TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY COMMERCE EXAMINING THE HYDRATION STATUS OF HORSES RECEIVING HYDRATION HAY™ BLOCKS VERSUS TYPICAL LONG-STEM HAY DURING SUMMER TRANSPORT.   INTRODUCTION The stress of transportation, especially during hot, humid weather conditions, can negatively impact horses’ health
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Arabian Nights Announces it Will Close Permanently on January 1

KISSIMMEE, Fla. (Nov
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Berry Hunter Driving Clinic

Florida Agriculture Center & Horse Park There are still a few slots available for this clinic!! Entries will be accepted thru Friday, 11/29 at 5 PM. Use this a brush-up for The Central Florida HDT at Grand Oaks next weekend!!!
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Meet Romulus, The World’s Tallest Donkey, at The 2014 Midwest Horse Fair!

Madison, WI, November 27, 2013 –– When Phil Yellott and his wife, Cara, of Red Oak, Texas, decided to get a couple of donkeys to use as guard animals to protect their livestock, they had no idea that within a year, they would be recognized worldwide. They began their search, and soon came across a pair of rare American Mammoth Jackstock geldings for sale on Craigslist – two brothers, ages 7 and 9.
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BROADWAY COMES TO KENTUCKY WITH EQUINE THEATER PERFORMANCE ‘Spirit of the Horse’ Production a First for Kentucky Horse Park and Central Kentucky

LEXINGTON, Ky.
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Good Food Hunting: Food and Kitchen Gifts for the Equestrian

By Kat Wojtylak What do you buy your trainer, barn owner or fellow horse owner?
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“Desperate Endurance” By Kasey Riley

Poteau, OK resident, Kasey Riley, who began her Endurance career in the early 1990’s, has recently published a mystery novel: DESPERATE ENDURANCE. The title is available in E-book form from  Amazon.com . Photo Credit: John Knowles of Remuda Photography Her experience has given her insight to the sport of Endurance Riding as well as a wealth of knowledge about both competitors and horses.
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The Prize Package For the FTI WEF Sidelines Magazine Showing Contest Keeps Growing!

By Jan Westmark-Allan The International Arena at the Winter Equestrian Festival Great news – a few more perks have been added to the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival Sidelines Magazine Exclusive Showing Vacation Contest!  The prize package is getting better and better!! Originally the winner (and their guest or parent if the winner is under 18) was going to have the opportunity to enjoy one amazing dinner in the VIP tent – now they get three meals in the VIP tent – and that’s $200 per person per meal – YUM!! This exclusive showing vacation is a three-day weekend package during the 11 th  week of FTI WEF, March 22-24, 2013. The prize package has a value of between $4,000 and $5,000. Any age can enter! You will be provided with a horse or pony to show in the division you are qualified for
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So You Want To Own An Ex-Racehorse?

Lisa Molloy – ReRun Inc/Akindale Thoroughbred Rescue   So many times over the years, I’ve been contacted by prospective adopters that have had a slew of questions, many originating from fables told around the barn about what it’s like to own an off track Thoroughbred. While I always try my best to alleviate any concerns, I also like to be pragmatic and make sure any adopter is realistic in their expectations of what owning, riding and caring for a Thoroughbred entails
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Who Wants To Go To Dressage at Devon? (I am Giving Away Four Tickets for Friday night!)

By Jan Westmark-Allan Dressage at Devon – Where Champions Meet! Have you ever wanted to be a photographer or a reporter?
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