16/ JANUARY 2011 THE RIDER 2010 Distance Horse Awards By Rose Danko


Here are results of 2010 Distance Horse Awards as offered through the Dis- tance Horse and Rider Development Pro- gram.


This program is sponsored by Colley Borland and Vale/North Waterloo Insur- ance.


Awards are through the generosity of many supporters including Brubach-


ers Harness Wallenstein Ont and The Collingwood Tack Shoppe


A horse with a long list of achieve- ments in Competitive and Endurance Rid- ing is Nazbes Obi-wan Gunobi, 2010 win- ner of the DHRP Senior Distance Horse Award, owned and ridden throughout his lengthy career by Dagmar Downes of Mountain Grove Ont.


This award is offered to horses 18 years and over who continue to demon-


strate great athletic ability in the sport of distance riding. Also recognized through


the DHRP is Breyorr, winner of the Performance Horse award ridden by Dalton Crock- ett Cathy Mezenberg, Gold Level Recognition earned by Selected For Stardom aka ‘Howie’ an 11 yr old Quarter Horse owned/ridden by Tammy Franks Glencairn, and Bronze Level Recognition went to Angel owned by Phyllis Pecile of Cobourg..


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Congratulations to all for their good horsemanship and accomplishments in 2010. Further information on these and other DHRP Awards may be found at www.kblocks- dorf/distanceprogramme.


Natures Barefoot Hoofcare: Hemp for Your Horses - the Heathy Way


Hemp – Natural High Perfor- mance for all Classes of Horses


Submitted by Kate Romanenko Hemp and hemp products such as hemp oil provide essential fatty acids for your horses’ health. Hemp foods are balanced in Omega 3’s and 6’s which are absorbed by the body to aid in the function of the brain and nervous system, the immune system, as well as for hormonal balance. Hemp has been proven to help in the prevention of ‘tying up’ syn- drome and is an excellent feed to keep coat, mane and hooves healthy as well as maintaining weight during performance times and during the winter. Omega fats lubricate joints as well as adjust the Ph level of the hind gut to prevent parasite infesta- tions. Hemp also contains easily digestible proteins to repair damaged and sore muscles of performance horses. Brood mares and their


unborn foals can also benefit from hemp as omega fats found in hemp are especially important in the first trimester of pregnancy for nerve and brain development of the foal. The essential fatty acids increase the quality of the colostrums available in the first 2 days after the birth of the foal.


Hemp meal is used instead of grain, but in much smaller amounts – about _ cup per horse is enough – hemp meal has an impressive nutri- ent profile. In addition to balanced omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, hemp meal is also a natural source of Vita- min A, B, D, E, iron, zinc, and enzymes.


ty.


Hemp oil compares favourably over flax, corn, sunflower, and soy- bean oils. Flax contains more satu- rate fats and has too much omega 3 fatty acids. Soybean, sunflower, and corn oil contain too much saturated fat and are generally inferior in quali-


At Nature’s Barefoot Hoof Guild, they are looking into the pos- sible benefits of feeding hemp to horses with metabolic syndrome and cushings disease. A group of afflict- ed animals have been taken off com- mercial grains totally and are instead being fed a hemp diet. In addition, these horses are living outside in large paddocks with other horses in a natural environment and their hooves are trimmed correctively on a regular basis. So far, results have shown a decrease in symptoms such as thicker necks and puffiness above their eyes as well as a marked improvement in their hooves. Environment, correc- tive trimming and hemp products are making a huge difference in restoring a better quality of life to these horses. For more information about the ben- efits and availability of hemp prod- ucts, call Kate at 705-374-5456 or email: kate@natureshoofcare.com


2011 Equine Canada Convention Jump Canada Hunter/Jumper Clinics


In conjunction with the 2011 Equine Canada convention, Jump Canada is proud to host the fol- lowing clinics:


Jumper Judge’s Clinic


Clinician: Marj Dennis, FEI “I” Jumper judge


Date: January 27, 2011


Hunter, Hack and Equitation Judge’s Clinic


Clinician: Barbara Mitchell, EC Senior judge


Date: January 28, 2011


Hunter/Jumper Course Design Clinic


Clinicians: Chris Brandt and Evie Frisque, EC Senior Course Designers


Date: January 29 & 30, 2011


Fees and registration forms can be found by clicking here or visiting the Jump Canada website at www.equinecanada.ca/jump- canada (Programs> Officials> Seminars). Deadline for registra- tions is January 7th.


Nazbes Obi-wan Gunobi Photo by Wendy Webb.


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Held at the Lord Elgin in Ottawa, ON, Equine Canada has blocked a limited number of rooms at a special rate or $115 CAD per night. To get the dis- counted rate, you must mention you are under the Equine Canada block and reserve your room before January 7th.


Clinics that do not receive enough participants maybe can- celled. For questions please con- tact: araaymakers@equinecana- da.ca.


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