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American Horse Trainer Does Jail Time For Border Blunder
By Kelly Bowers
A horse trainer from Washington, DC missed his scheduled Ontario clinic when he was caught sneaking into Canada. As a result, Randy Byers, 47 was charged with violating the Customs and Immigration Acts. The charges stem from an incident that occurred at a Canada - US crossing on Sept. 8th at 1:20 a.m. Byers appeared at the Blue Water Bridge driving a pickup truck and transporting 4 horses in a horse trailer. A Canada Border Services Agency alert involv- ing Byers had been issued about the importa- tion of horses. Byers lied to border official, saying he wouldn’t be working in Canada and the horses would be returning to the states. However, after inspection of the trailer, for- sale signs for three of the horses were found. A website check revealed Byers was part of a western-dressage clinic being held at the
Central Ontario Pleasure Driving Association
Kingston Fall Fair in Ontario. With this infor- mation, he was not allowed to enter Canada and he returned to Port Huron, Michigan. A Canadian woman appeared a few hours later driving the same truck with the horses.
Her story was that Byers had remained in Port Huron after she drove there to pick up the horses. However, a quick search of the horse trailer was performed and Byers was discov- ered hiding inside.
Anivac Dog and Horse Bathing System Wins 2nd Prize at Lion’s Lair
The accused was held in an Ontario jail until his day in court. He pled guilty, was convicted, and sentenced to 27 days of pre- sentence custody. Then he was released and promptly deported. Byers is now back in the USA. The Canadian woman accused of attempting to sneak Byers across the border is scheduled to appear before the courts on November 7th.
Greener Pastures
Printed with permission by: Jenny Jelen of Sudbury Northern Life,
www.northernlife.ca Twelve horses living without food, water or shelter have been brought back to health and are now in search of greener pastures. According to a media release from the SPCA, sixteen horses were taken from a Man- itoulin Island farm seven months ago. One died shortly after being rescued, and some of the pregnant mares have had foals. Seven have already been adopted, and 12 are looking for homes that can provide them with the care they need and deserve.
“Every horse has their own personality,” Brad Dewar, investigation and communica- tions officer with the SPCA said.
Didi, a year-and-a-half old dark bay Quarter Horse filly, is inquisitive and likes being around people. She is comfortable wearing a halter, and is up-to-date on hoof care and deworming.
Other horses like Zelda, a seven-year-old Standardbred cross mare, will need more work to be taught that people can be trusted. “She needs a patient hand to bring her
along,” Tracy Lapping, an Ontario SPCA agent, stated.
Zelda’s foal, a four-month old filly, is also up for adoption.
Before adopting any animal, it’s essential to learn about the animals and its needs. “The best thing to do is educate your- self,” Dewer said.
Candidates interested in adopting horses will need to go through a process, which include a farm visit. Lapping explains, “I’m not looking for a four-star hotel. As long as the horses have space to move, access to clean water, adequate shelter, food and proper care, potential buyers will likely be approved. Suc- cessful candidates will be people who “are familiar with the necessities of owning hoses. Lapping also said they “really appreciate the help from local people” who have made donations, assisted in caring for the horses and provided them with loving homes. Any- one interested in adopting a horse, or making a donation to help support the cost of rehabili- tating and maintaining their health, is asked to phone 705-566-9582.
The Rider welcomes letters on any subject but reserves the right to edit them for brevity and clarity. Letters of 200 words or less are more likely to be published. All letters, including those sent by E-mail, must include the writer’s name, address and daytime phone number.
From Our Founder
Remembering September 1977
Western World was ready as can be expected for their show at Exhibi- tion Place in Toronto for Thanksgiv- ing weekend Oct. 7,8,9,10. It was a very good show as I remember, The Rider had a booth there.
Ontario Combined Driving Association
In the Belvedere Cigarette King Size Rodeo circuit, Brian Doner was leading in overall standings. That’s three times in the last three columns I have mentioned a brand of cigarettes. So far the compliance officers have not shown up in their Jack Boots and
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The Appaloosa Nationals were held in Syracuse, NY.
Shell Oil were advertising their Shell Horse Wormer, it was advertised as “Important new Medicine“. They spent a lot of money on two colour page ads.
The Paint Horse National Show and Sale was described in The Rider as and “Unparalleled Success”. The event was held in Fort Worth, Texas.
The second annual “$1,000 Barrel Race” was held at Al’s Tack Shop in Stouffville,Ontario. Valerie Mitchel of Pickering was handling the entries.
Meredith Manor School of Horse- manship announced that twelve of
(excerpts from The Hamilton Spectator,
www.thespec.com) Recently, “The Lion’s Lair”, a entrepreneurial competi- tion, concluded in Hamilton Ontario. The contest was organized by the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and Innovation Factory. Prize sponsors included BMO, Carego, City of Hamilton, Coge- co, Gowlings, KPMG, Kitestring Creative Branding Studio and Trivaris.
A panel of five judges made their selection out of 10 final- ists based on the potential impact on Hamilton’s economy, how soon their venture could be up and running and the company’s strategy and ability to execute it. There were 60 applications received. Each of the 10 finalists got a month’s training with volunteer mentors in making a pitch, handling the media, net- working and improvising. Following the training, they made a 30-minute pitch to the Lions. Edited versions were shown at the gala. The finalists were asked some pointed questions but, for the most part, the Lions kept their claws hidden, in contrast to the fire-breathing judges on CBC’s Dragon’s Den. The Top 10 Finalists were; Anivac Corp., Athelink, Goril- la Cheese, Illumacell Inc., Playlab Inc., Quant Interpretations, TR Research, Verdant Analysis Inc., Vida Holdings Corp., Wee- ver Apps Inc.
In the end it was a mobile app development company that took the lion’s share and will use the prize to hire programmers, develop a brand and become a globally recognized company. Weever Apps took home a $50,000 prize which included a $30,000 cash award and $20,000 in legal services. No-mess pet cleaning company Anivac took second place and was awarded $10,000 in business services, $7,000 in mar- keting services, $5,000 in legal services and $5,000 for account- ing. Dave Hachey, founder of Anivac and inventor of an inno- vative bathing system for dogs and horses, said he was stunned to be chosen among so many great ideas. “It’s amazing how much innovation there is in this little city.”
Third place, gourmet grilled cheese food truck business Gorilla Cheese won $20,000 in accounting services and $3,000 in marketing help.
Radio host Bill Kelly, who emceed the sold-out gala, teased the nervous finalists early on, saying he could tell them right away who won. “The city of Hamilton is the winner,” he said. “The message is loud and clear. The message is come to Hamilton. It’s happening here, baby. Be part of it.” Judge Ron Foxcroft said the panel was looking for the attributes of an entrepreneur in the winners: the ability to perse- vere and overcome obstacles; ingenuity; passion and motivation; and the ability to assemble a team to execute a good idea.“We found all of it in all 10 of you,” he told the finalists.
their former students had entered the Miss Rodeo America Pageant.
The Rider presented a four page spread of riders and horses at the Rothmans Grand Prix in Hamilton,Ontario. Some names from 1977 are still remembered today. Jim Day, Jim Elder, Michel Vaillancourt and such horses as BranchCounty, Raffles IV, UFO and Countdown.
Controversy surrounded the Cog- gins test when Clem Persusse, a horse owner, took Agriculture Canada to Court when he said it was scientifical- ly invalid and threatened race and show horses with death of perpetual quarantine.
David Booth a butcher in York- shire, England, was found guilty of passing off horse meat as top grade
beef. He was fined $3,250.
The Rider held a circulation con- test. Every two months a name would be randomly drawn for our paid sub- scribers list. Some of the prizes offered were silver mounted head stalls, a Lemetex English Bridle, and custom made Chaps by Nicki Vincent.
The University of Calgary was offering Horse Courses titled Horses and Horsemen.
The Ontario Rodeo Finals were held on October 22 and 23 at Picov Horseman’s Centre in Pickering, On.
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