Yearly Archives: 2011

Attend the first ever Ring Steward and Scribe Seminar held in conjunction with the Judges Educational Seminar in March.

The American Quarter Horse Journal-- Do you aspire to be a ring steward at AQHA and other breed-association shows? Even if you’re looking to learn more so you can be a ring steward for your affiliate or local club, AQHA’s Ring Steward Seminar is for you. The Ring Steward and Scribe seminar is March 17, 2011, at the Sheraton Grand Hotel at the Dallas-Fort Worth Airport in Irving, Texas, and will be held in conjunction with the March 14-16 Judges Educational Seminar.

With the increasing number of “scored” classes, accuracy in scribing, which is the written documentation or the judges’ maneuver scores and penalties, is a must. You will have the opportunity to scribe “scored” classes during the seminar, so you are confident when working your next event. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two of the best in the industry!

There are three attendance options, and you may want to consider attending both seminars so you can better understand the penalties and maneuver scores associated with each class held at AQHA shows:

• Judging seminar, March 14-16: $350
• Ring steward one-day seminar, March 17: $150
• Attend both seminars: $450

Be sure to register by February 28 to reserve your spot in this one-of-a-kind seminar.

Did you know that top pleasure stallion Vested Pine has had 10 World and Reserve Champions in different breeds organizations as well as numerous Congress Champions? Don't miss breeding to this talented stallion.

Some of his famous foals are, I Gotta Good Name-- who this year was the Reserve World Champion Amateur Trail horse;Vested Faith, who is a Youth Reserve World Champion pleasure horse; Brittany Pine, who is an Open Reserve and World Champion Western Pleasure horse; Congress Champion One Cent A Minute, and also the late Invest N Vital Signs, who was the winner of the Reichert 100,000 and Reserve World Champion 2 Year-Old Western Pleasure horse.

"Vested Pine is the sire that undoubtedly produces a great hock," Clarice Cooper, who is the owner and manager of Cooper Quarter Horses where Vested Pine stands said. "We are excited to have him here at Cooper Quarter Horses, LLC and be a part of his legacy."

There are a few more half price $1000.00 breedings available to Vested Pine, but after these are gone, his breeding fee will go back up to $2000.00. Don't miss breeding to this talented stallion. Call them now at (706) 652-2992 for more information. Or Click here to access their website.

Leanna “Ann” Joyce Isley, 61, of 105 Driftwood Road, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2011.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Fairview Baptist Church with Rev. Heath Lloyd officiating. 

Mrs. Isley was born in Kernersville to the late Thomas and India Flinchum Joyce. She attended Fairview Baptist Church. Ann won several world equine championships and was a lover of all people and animals. She would pass along her knowledge to anyone who would listen.

She is survived by her husband, Jim of the home; daughter, Erica Isley; sister, Beth Smith and husband, Mark; brother, Steve Joyce and wife, Julia; mother and father-in-law, Jimmie and Sudie Isley; brothers-in-law, Keith Isley and Randy Isley; sisters-in-law, Lari Lee Isley and Melanie Isley; niece, Kaci Isley; stepson, Brian Hall; honorary father, Jack Phillips; special friends, Kenny Hudson, Perry Brookshire, John Peters, James Lambert and adopted daughters, Cameron Curry and Brittany Capps.

In lieu of flowers, send donations to the Ann Isley Youth Scholarship Fund, c/o Pinto Horse Association of America, 7330 N.W. 23rd Street, Bethany, OK 73008.

The obituary was provided by Wilkerson Funeral home. You may send the family condolences at www.wilkersonfuneral.com

Duluth, GA. – February 17, 2011 – For the past three years, Merial has hosted gastroscopy events across the country, and the results consistently show stomach ulcers are a threat to horses of all breeds and disciplines. From 2008 through 2010, veterinarians scoped 3,354 horses, with more than 58 percent of them identified with some grade of stomach ulcer.1 In 2010 alone, 644 horses of varying disciplines from 30 states had some ulceration as identified by gastroscopy.1

* 328 horses, 28 percent, with Grade 1 ulcers (mild ulcers with small lesions or damaged tissue)
* 232 horses, 20 percent, with Grade 2 ulcers (moderate ulcers with large lesions)
* 84 horses, 7 percent, with Grade 3 ulcers (extensive lesions with deep ulceration and bleeding)

* 74 percent of racing horses (113 participating)

* 60 percent of hunter jumper horses (119 participating)
* 55 percent of dressage horses (116 participating)

“Equine stomach ulcers, also called Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome or EGUS, create a painful condition that can reduce your horse’s performance and can lead to colic, weight loss or loss of condition,”2 says April Knudson, DVM, Equine Specialist for Merial’s Large Animal Veterinary Services. “And wherever there is stress, there can be stomach ulcers. A horse is sensitive and may experience stress when exposed to situations one would think of as normal. Transporting a horse, increased stall time, limited turnout, training and competition can all contribute to EGUS.3 More surprising, a horse can develop stomach ulcers in as few as 5 days.”4

The only definitive way to diagnose a horse with stomach ulcers is for a veterinarian to look at the stomach with an endoscope. Because there aren’t many endoscopes in the country, Merial coordinated with universities and veterinary practices to bring in the equipment to have these horses evaluated by experienced veterinarians.

Dr. Knudson notes that these scoping results confirm what studies have found previously – that horses of all competitive disciplines are at risk for stomach ulcers.5,6,7

Despite all of the data that supports the prevalence of equine stomach ulcers, approximately 75 percent of veterinarians in a 2008 study “agreed or strongly agreed” that EGUS is under-diagnosed even though it can negatively impact a horse’s performance and disposition.”8 And results from 2010 market research show that while 74 percent of horse owners have some concern about equine stomach ulcers,8 most have not used an EGUS therapy in the past 12 months.9

“Clearly, there is still a significant need for continued education about EGUS, as well as the importance of prevention,” says Dr. Knudson. “Merial remains committed to raising awareness about this serious health threat. In addition to the scoping events, we participate in numerous equine events throughout the country each year where we have the opportunity to talk one on one with horse owners, trainers and veterinarians. For competitive horse owners, it's critically important to discuss stomach ulcer prevention, because ulcers can diminish the hard work, training and commitment both horse and rider have worked so hard to achieve."

Preventing stomach ulcers is not only better for the health of the horse, but it is also more cost effective. But for those horses diagnosed with stomach ulcers, Dr. Knudson recommends a course of GASTROGARD® (omeprazole) to treat them. GASTROGARD is the only FDA-approved product to treat and heal stomach ulcers.10

Dr. Knudson reminds owners, though, that if horses are exposed to stressful situations again, stomach ulcers can return – even after completion of a successful treatment program. She recommends using ULCERGARD® (omeprazole) during times of stress, which is the only FDA-approved preventive for stomach ulcers.11,*

Merial is a world-leading, innovation-driven animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health, well-being and performance of a wide range of animals. Merial employs approximately 5,600 people and operates in more than 150 countries worldwide. Its 2010 sales were more than $2.6 billion. Merial is the Animal Health subsidiary of sanofi-aventis. For more information, please see www.merial.com.

Ruth Ellen of The Horse Source now has a Facebook page. Please click on this link to check out her page and "like" it to show your support. This talented lady has been involved in the industry for more than 25 years. Ellen's company, The Horse Source, is the premier buying and selling venue in the industry.

"Ruth Ellen at The Horse Source has contributed to the success of our business," top trainers Jill and John Briggs said. "Her unique approach to buying and selling horses makes it enjoyable for all involved. We recommend contacting Ruth for all you equine buying and selling needs." 

Ellen has been involved with selling such top horses as, Don't Skip Ms. Hotrod, The Only Escape, Lucca Brasi, My Ace is Hot, What A Sheik Lady, and We Be Blazin. Please visit her website and Facebook page for more information about buy or selling a horse.

When you hear the saying, "May the Force Be With You"--Darth Vader from Star Wars probably comes to mind. However, for five year-old Cheyenne "Scooter" Augsburger, her only thoughts are about her lovable and kind equine partner, The Black Force. Cheyenne's mother, Lori Collier Augsburger, says that the 21 year-old, black gelding is a perfect match for her daughter.