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Horse Photo of the Month -
June 2009

Winner -
"Roy"

The State of Florida has more than 500,000 horses and more than 70% are used for competition and recreation, ranking #3 in the US (as per 2005 National Horse Council Study ).

Florida is home to almost all breeds of horses, led by Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods, Quarter Horses and Arabians. Florida's equine champions are known all over the world.

The Florida horse industry annually generates product valued at $2.2 Billion, and has a total annual economic impact estimated at around $7 Billion.

Over 240,000 Floridians are involved in the horse industry as owners, service providers and employees. There are over 900 horse farms in Florida with over 72,000 employees.

Florida horsemen spend more than $1.2 Billion in annual maintenance costs, including $185 million on feed and hay. (1996 Study Dept. of Agriculture)

Please visit our advertisers to see what Florida's Horse Industry has to offer!

2008
Horse Photo of the Year

Winner -
"Cabelas Eternal Mac"

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FREE - Need a stall card for your next show, click here and print out what you need!		If you have stalls or barns for rent by the year or for the Season, please check under "Rates" for the cost of an ad in that category.
Researchers Need Horse Owners' Help with Parasite Survey . Horse owners around the world are being asked to participate in an online questionnaire to help researchers better assess the issues of parasite control and anthelmintic (dewormer) resistance. The study is part of a collaborative effort between equine parasitologists in the United Sates, Denmark, and Germany. June 8 - Governor Crist Signs Bill Increasing Equestrian Safety for Youth - “Nicole’s Law” promotes safety of children under 16 who participate in equestrian activities ~ Governor Charlie Crist today signed House Bill 169, “Nicole’s Law.” The legislation creates safety standards to minimize the number of serious or fatal head injuries to Florida youth sustained during equestrian activities and recreation. Click Here! Feb. 25 - The 2009 Stimulus Act contains provisions that impact the horse industry, the American Horse Council said in a February 24 memorandum to the industry

2009 WEF Wellington
Results

2009 Tampa Equestrian Festival
Results

2009 HITS OCALA
Results

2009 Jacksonville
Results

July
July 2 - Steffen Peters and Ravel win Dressage Grand Prix at the World Equestrian Festival - CHIO Aachen
July 1 - Ashlee Bond and Cadett 7 romp to win in Warsteiner Prize at CHIO Aachen
For complete results, please visit www.chioaachen.com

June
June 24 - Margie Engle reaches World Equestrian Brands and Amerigo Saddles/USHJA Rider Recognition Program’s Elite $1 Million Club
June 22 - France forges ahead of U.S. in Two-Way Jump-Off at the Meydan FEI Nations Cup in Rotterdam
June 10 - Circuit Wrap Up: HITS Saugerties finishes up successful spring shows.
June 10 - Former Equestrian Olympian and famous Restaurateur Norman Brinker dies at 78
June 8 - Money Train! Darragh Kerins rides Night Train to the top prize in the $125,000 Purina Mills Grand Prix at HITS Saugerties
June 5 - Richard Spooner clinches Second Consecutive Meydan FEI Nations Cup™ Win for United States
June 1 - Former Olympian Margie Engle captured the blue ribbon aboard Hidden Creek Farm's Coroya Z in the $75,000 HITS-on-the-Hudson II Saugerties

If you have stalls or barns for rent by the year or for the Season, please check under "Rates" for the cost of an ad in that category.

Health & Misc. News
April 2 - Study being conducted on Tying Up in Morgans
April 2 - What Horse Owners Should Know About Strangles
Feb. 12, 2009 - Spring Tapeworm Control Important for Grazing Horses
June 4 - New Equine Rabies Vaccine provides long-lasting protection
May 8 - Every Horse needs an Annual Dental Exam, says the American Association of Equine Practitioners
April 17 - The Humane Society of the United States publishes comprehensive Guide on Caring for Horses
April 23 - Gulfstream Racetrack awards scholarships to UF Veterinary students
April 25 - New equine lameness service available at UF
2008 - Beware: Acorns can cause Colic and Founder By Martha Inks, Fort White, FL

....More News

Michael Morrissey and Scaraberas clear Seven Feet to win $25,000 Puissance at 2009 Charlotte Jumper Classic
Photo: Jennifer Wood

STOLEN HORSES - JUST FOUND IN TEXAS AFTER FOUR YEARS! 2 Polo Ponies (not found yet), Trailer, Truck and Tack, stolen in Wellington, FL on 12/15/04 See "Stolen Horses" Page.

From the April 2007 issue of USEF EQUESTRIAN magazine: HORSE THEFT
Learn about THEFT PREVENTION by reading these tips! (courtesy www.netposse.com)

- STOLEN HORSES - 3 AQHA Reining/Team Penning Horses stolen in Frostproof, FL (Polk County) on December 12, 2007 - Harley, Missy and Perky. Reward for information leading to their return being offered! Flyer with full information! PLEASE HELP!

Get the word out and maybe someone will find your horse

New License Plate "Florida Horse Country" -
Sign up to collect the 30,000 signatures needed to get this new tag out to all our horse friends and make our Florida horse industry more visible!

UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION "WEEK IN REVIEW" 2009: June 25 , June 18 , June 11 , June 4 , May 28 , May 21 , May 14 , May 7 , April 30 , April 23 , April 16 , April 9 , April 2 , March 26 , March 19 , March 12 , March 5 , Feb. 26 , Feb. 19 , Feb. 12 , Feb. 5 , Jan. 29 , Jan. 22 , Jan. 15 , Jan. 8 , Jan. 2

USEF/PHR Breeders' Newsletter: 2009: June , May , April , March , February , 2008: December , November , October , September , August , July , June , May , April , March , February , January , News Archives

USET Showjumping Rankings USA Equitation Rankings National WCHR Rider Standings

GPA Helmets Purchased in Europe may NOT Meet tequired USEF Safety Standards
Lasko Box Fan Recall - reports that potential electrical failure in the fan motor can pose a fire hazard

Safe Haven for wild horses or burros - Myakka City, FL. If you are interested in adopting a wild horse or burro, please read this article and see the website for LB Ranch .
New USEF Safety Rules - Rule Changes Address Safety Concerns at Recognized Competitions
New Organization Brings HOPE to North Florida - Your Help is Needed!

Florida Equine Liability Statute - also for Riding Helmet Laws! - check with your local town/municipality -
Legal responsibilities all horseowners should know about - courtesy American Assoc. for Horsemanship Safety - How Good is Your Release Form ? - What to Do When There Is an Accident

TV Schedules -
June 9, 2008 - Animal Planet trots out New Stable of Horse Programming

"AMERICA'S HORSE" TELEVISION SHOW MOVES TO NEW TIME

HorseTV - Television for Horse People! Click here for schedules

OUTDOOR LIFE NETWORK - For schedule of shows

Dressage On Television - Cable Channel RFD-TV will be showing 2 shows every Friday. More!

ESPN - ESPN 2 - ESPN CLASSIC - TV Schedule - Horse Racing, Equestrian & Rodeo Listings - Go Here!

Complete list of public trails for the State of Florida so that you might be able to enjoy going on those leisurely hacks with your horse and enjoy the beauty of our State. Click Here! and ENJOY!

"LIVE CAMS", real time photos of fun places in Florida, the beaches, Orlando attractions and even alligators sunning! Horses in their stalls, work-outs on the race track and 16 foaling cams. Please click HERE - Have fun!

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