Stolen Horse International Inc.
July 29, 2009 Vol III     Issue No. 3

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July 31, 2009 Issue No. 3
Welcome to The Complete Source for All Things Related to Missing Horses, Tack, Equipment and Farm Crimes!
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We invite you to stay in the know with NetPosse.com  NetPosse News with our FREE updates on all our favorite horse topics. At Stolen Horse International, we're as passionate about horses as you are. You'll get the latest theft and missing horse information, identification techniques that work, stories from the victims's mouth, safety tips and much, much more - straight to your e-mail. 
Jim's Story
 
In memory of stolen horse Jim on NetPosse.com.
by Denis Spotia

It is so strange to look out and not see him looking back. This morning I called the horses and Jim only to realize all over again that Jim will never be back.   
 
SC Woman Blames "Drunk" Horse for Ticket
Police have ticketed a woman for riding a stolen horse down the main street in a small South Carolina town.
 -- but police said the woman blamed the horse for the ticket.
Read more here.
Commentary on Florida Butchers
 
Geronimo, horse slain in Florida.July 2009 - The news coverage started wit a very disturbing case involving "Geronimo," an 8-year-old Quarter Horse stolen from Redland, FL and was killed and stripped of the meat on his body. Now 17 know horses have been butchered. Read Debi Metcalfe's commentary here.
 
WARNING!: Investigators say most horses have been butchered on weekends in rural areas. Everyone needs to be on the lookout for suspicious activity. If you see it, call police or 911 or contact the SPCA.
12 Steps to Better Security
12 Security Tips on NetPosse.comProtect Your Farm
by Burt Hodge
 
 
In light of the recent horse mutilations in South Florida and the continued livestock thefts throughout the country, private investigator Burt Hodge has 12 steps that you can take before a tragedy occurs at your barn.   Click here.
Donor Spotlight: Lynn Palm
 
Lynn Palm supports Stolen Horse International"Stolen Horse International/NetPosse.com is a program that is very special for the horse industry and made up of great horseman. I will always appreciate and support the well being of horses. NetPosse.com is all about that! Thanks for your dedication and passion for the horse and their loving owners!" - Lynn Palm, July 31, 2009 

Lynn Palm with Training Tip
 
We want to express our deep gratitude to those who help us help others. Thank you Lynn for supporting NetPosse.com! 
 
Read Lynn's training tip    Lynn Palm's website
Food for Thought
Have you ever seen a horse running loose in the road? We worry about the horses getting hurt. Have we stopped to think of the other side of the story when  stray horses hurt someone else.  If you see one please help it find a safe place not only for the horse but for the public as well. Read this story.
NetPosse.com News Announces NetPosse Store
We are so excited! New NetPosse Store coming soon!We will soon have a test version of the new NetPosse Store open for shopping. All proceeds from the store support Stolen Horse International.  Read more about the store here. 
Max has got to be out there somewhere
Max, stolen barrel horse from ILMax was stolen from Crawford County, IL on August 23, 2008. His unique markings will make him easy to identify if seen. Please take a moment to help young Kaitlynn and her family find Max. You may be watching him in barrel races this summer. Print flyer, see more pictures and info here.
We never underestimate the power of one and we NEVER ever give up. I hope you won't either. Let's bring Max home before August 23rd.
Be Prepared
NetPosse.com Microchip Kit
Unfortunately animals, including many horses are left to fend for themselves when disaster strikes in fires, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes. Many of those animals will be gathered up by animal rescue organizations and emergency responders. How do the horses find the owners when horses can't talk? Please, Make sure your horses have microchipsso they can be identified and reunited with you, the owner by rescue organizations.
 
Disasters can happen anytime, anywhere and often without warning. Be prepared. You can purchase your microchips online and if you choose to do so, you can microchip your own horses quickly at NetPosse.com.
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Sincerely, 

Debi Metcalfe
Stolen Horse International Inc.
 
 
 
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In This Issue
Jim's Story
Strange Horse News
Florida Butcher
12 Steps to Better Security
Food For Thought
NetPosse News
Be Prepared
Shop for SHI
On the Road with Debi
Stolen Horses
 
Daisy - UT
Piney - TX
Marty - CA
Sue -  FL
Ole - Milford, MI
Max - IL
Mandy - AL
Smokey - LA
Recovered 
 
 
Stolen Tack/Trailers
 
Missing Horses
 
What Happening In Horse News
On the Road with Debi
 
August 8, 2009 - Debi will be at the Quail Valley Farm in Dawson, GA from 10:30-1:30. Publick is welcome. Contact is Sonya Williams at saw4hdcc@gmail.com   See more details here.
 
We will be at the MA Equine Affaire in November and we badly need a sponsor(s) for the event to offset travel cost.Please email us for details.
 
Debi will be at the Northern Illinois Horse Festival in August.
 
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