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he Cole Ranch, located just two hours from Los Angeles in Terra Bella, has a distinguished history of providing
comprehensive horse care farm services. With a foundation built on expertise in
oaching and Carriage Auction nears The remarkable collection of carriages and mother horse-related items from
the collection of Erik and Mary Jensen will be auctioned off Sept. 27. The live auction will take pace on location in Colorado, with online (webcast), absentee and phone bids for qualified buyers also taking place. The collection includes good quality harness, Freedman four-in-hand harness, horns and appointments, sporting art, and coaching appointments including livery coats, vests, livery boots, quarter sheets, blankets, lap robes. Also auctioned off will be driving- and stable-related items for pleasure and showing
boarding, foaling, breaking, and training, The Cole Ranch is now expanding its focus to offer exceptional retirement care for these equine athletes. The historic 60-year-old farm has been lovingly run by Steve and Dana Cole for the past two decades. With 10 expansive, lush pastures, pristine barns, a 3 5/8-mile exercise track, round pens, a full-size arena and 24-hour vet care, the Coles welcome all breeds at a fixed, affordable rate. The ranch’s commitment extends to ensuring a comfortable and dignified horse care retirement for all breeds that have concluded their performance careers. The serene environment allows horses to enjoy spacious, irrigated pastures, and the horses receive individualized atention tailored to their specific needs. The Cole Ranch’s experienced team is dedicated to maintaining the health and well-being of each retiree, offering atentive horse care that honors their past athletic contributions and companionship. The staff at The Cole Ranch understands the unique requirements of retired horse care, and they are dedicated to providing horses with the highest standard of care in their well- deserved retirement. Give your cherished equine companion the retirement it deserves, and contact The Cole Ranch today to schedule a visit by calling (805) 990-3669. For more information, see the ad on page 23 or visit
www.thecoleranch. com.
events, including horse and pony harness. The auction, managed by Martin Auctioneers, will commence at 10 a.m. at Thistle Hill Farm in Franktown. There will be previews on Friday, Sept. 26, from 3 to 7 p.m., and on Saturday, Sept. 27, at 8 a.m. For more information, please see the Martin Auctioneers ad on page 35, or visit www.
martinauctioneers.com.
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nlock the secrets! Registration is under way for the Human Horse Connection 2, an
enriching two-day equine symposium designed to deepen understanding and communication between horses and their human partners. The event, presented by the California Western Dressage Association, will feature a roster of internationally known speakers for atendees of all disciplines. on topics from behavior and communication to equine welfare and alternative therapies. Atendees will gain insights into equine cognition and discover how horses think and process information. Whether you ride dressage, jumping, reining, trail, or prefer groundwork and bonding,
this symposium will feature tools and strategies backed by scientific observations and methodologies. It is a must for trainers, competitors, owners and enthusiasts. The event, sponsored in part by Star Milling Co., will feature seven presenters, including Dr. Janet L. Jones, neuroscientist and author of “Horse Brain / Human Brain”; Mary Ann Simonds, author of “Horse By Nature”; equine nutritionist Dr. Robert Bray; clinician Carla Bauchmueller (“The Intuitive Rider”); FEI Judge and horse welfare advocate Dr. C. Mike Tomlinson, DVM; Christa Lafayete, CEO of Etalon Equine Genetics; and Jeff Moore, ESMT, an Equine rehabilitation and therapy specialist. Classroom seating is limited, and tickets must be purchased online in advance. Tickets are $259 plus a $9 per order processing fee, and they include admission both days, continental breakfast each day and lunch on Saturday. Teens 13-17 are welcome when accompanied by a parent, trainer or other adult. For more information, see the ad on page 4, and visit
www.horse-human-connection.com to register for the symposium, explore session schedules and speaker profiles, and find nearby lodging recommendations. The California Western Dressage Association™ is an educational 501c3 non-profit established for the purpose of educating horse owners and riders of the benefits of classical dressage principles applied to western horsemanship. CAWDA is the official state affiliate of the Western Dressage Association of America® (WDAA), and the WDAA is a recognized national affiliate association of the United States Equestrian Federation®.
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