from the publishers desk Putting the Whole into Holistic


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olistic Horse is just that: a holistic look at the horse. We feel that using integrative therapies is the way to accomplish Whole health.


As one of the publishers and co-founders of this magazine/website/eNewsletter, I feel the need to explain why we do not label ourselves as being All Natural. Fifteen years ago Stacey Small and I felt there was a void in this industry, a void that is rapidly being filled with marvelously innovative thinkers, and products that are worth exploring, not exploiting.


Science has given mankind and our horses a longer lifespan. With that blessing come new challenges.


We believe in practicing health care to prevent sick care. Look at the popularity of Dr. Mehmet Oz, Professor of Surgery at Columbia University – the “Dr. Oz” of television. He is a Cardiologist who believes in and practices integrative medicine, yoga, and healthy eating habits. Oh, if only all of our “Health Care” practitioners had that insight, maybe we would be a healthier nation.


We believe that by empowering each one of you to think outside the box and to work within both worlds, your horses (and you) will be healthier. Every step you take on the planet will be more conscientious than before.


My hope for future health care facilities is that they embrace this old knowledge along with new research to make a synergistic communion. Integrative therapies break through the discord, providing a healthy environment for the healthier animals living in it.


We are glad you decided to come along with us on our journey! Karen Tappenden


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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE


Encouraging an environmentally-conscious and natural approach to integrative care for horse and rider.


Helping horse handlers since 1995. Publishers


Karen Tappenden • Stacey Small Editor


Ellen Fatiuk-Haight • ellen@holistichorse.com Contributing Editor


LA Pomeroy • PomeroyLA@aol.com Graphic Design


Robin Gardner Smith Advertising


National Sales 859-903-1010 Debby Nichols • Debby@holistichorse.com


Account Executives Alicia Q. Ritter


859-771-2425 • aqritter@ymail.com Stephanie Preston, Lisa Warmels


Website and Video Marketing Karen Tappenden


877-677-5772 • karen@holistichorse.com Veterinary Advisors


Joyce Harman, DVM, MRCVS Kimberly Henneman, DVM Nicholas Larkins, BVSc, MRCVS


Judy L. Morgan, DVM, CVCP, CVA Bill Ormston, DVM


Allen M. Schoen, DVM, MS Kala V. Shaw, DVM Ed Sheaffer, VMD


Judith Shoemaker, DVM Madalyn Ward, DVM


Contributing Consultants Catherine Bird


Fiona Farrell, Esq.


Shari Frederick, BS, NMD, LE James Helfter Fran Jurga


Bonnie Sheaffer, RN Mary Ann Simonds, BS, MA


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Congratulations to Liza Burney, our Cover Photo Contest Winner! Liza’s entry, her 22-year-old Dutch Warmblood, Wally, receiving Pranic healing, is featured on the cover of this issue. “I use Pranic Healing on Wally before every ride,” Liza says, “to make sure his energy is clean and balanced. Doing so has positively impacted not only his physical performance, but has really improved the mental/emotional aspect of our rides as


well. We use stretching exercises as a cool down after the workout. He knows the whole routine and really participates in it.”


From Left to Right:2nd PLACE:Marie Sorgie massaging her Paint, TK. Honorable Mention: Jewel, submitted by Holly Abidi.Honorable Mention: Riding Away, submitted by Sheryl Smith.


Thanks to all who entered!


CORRECTION: Credit for the “Common Symptoms of Trush” on p8 of our last issue goes to: HealthyHoof.com


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