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Equi-Notes Issue #23 April 4, 2013
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Dear Friends of Equines, Thank you for taking the time to check out our newsletter. We hope you enjoy this Spring Edition. Sincerely, Jacquelyn Leuener~Equi Partners, LLC
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So You Are Thinking About Selling A Horse
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Equi-Partner~Bridget Brandon
ASEA Certified Senior Equine Appraiser and Expert Witness
Tel. (817) 454-4537 Texas, USA ValueMyHorse.com Bridget offers some insight on the process of preparing your horse for sale.There is much involved in selling a horse and of course you want to get top dollar. Selling a horse can also be hard work and stressful if you are not properly prepared. Here are a few tips that will hopefully make the process a positive experience for everyone. Preparing Your Horse For the Sale: - Current on shots and coggins
- Registration papers are in order and you have proof there of
- Show records are updated and in order
- Trimmed feet or shod
- Bathed, clipped and cleaned
- Well fed and fit
- Prepared Bill of Sale
The Sales Setting: - The buyer should try the horse at a facility where the horse can perform for the purpose it is being purchased
- Setting should be well lit
- Clean setting
- Easy to get to
- Be on time and prepared
- Buyer should see the horse tacked up and un-tacked
- Always ride your horse for the buyer first
- Present a "copy" of the shot record, coggins, show record and registration papers
Other Things to Keep in Mind: - Point out any soundness, vices or health issues in advance
- Be able to explain accurately temperament and ability
- A horse selling out of a sales or trainer's barn typically will bring more money. If using an agent, be sure to agree on a commission and fees up front.
- If trying a horse at a show, allow the horse to finish competing in its classes before trying it.
- It is standard for the buyer to try the horse at least twice.
- Always Execute a Bill Of Sale.
- A buyer has a right to a pre-purchase exam.
One last word of advice, be realistic about your horse's ability and pricing.  |
An example of a well prepped horse for sale
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We can all be guilty of wearing "rose colored glasses" when we are emotionally involved in our horses.
So seek advice from a friend who is an experienced horsemen or a professional prior to placing your horse for sale.
Please contact me if you have any questions on the sale process!
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Tips for Better Balance
Cindy Schleuss~Owner & Trainer
Horse Savvy Ranch~Petaluma, CA
Building the Bridge to a Better Place of Balance
The more I teach, the more I learn. As I educate my eye, I realize how important it is for a rider to stay balanced over their horse. From this place of balance, the rider will have an easier time moving their body parts to better communicate to their horse. In other words, once your mind acknowledges that your body is balanced, it will allow your legs and arms to be free from "hanging on" and they can start to direct your horse's movement. This balanced posture also gives the rider the ability to use their core power to rotate for a turn, do endless crunches to control the rate of speed, collect and lengthen the stride, etc. How does a rider look like they are doing nothing? Core Balance and Power is the answer.
To check how truly balanced we are, I drew one yellow line across Pirate's shoulders. I then copied that line to his ears, my hands, my shoulders and his croup. Not bad in the balance department, however, there is one part of me that is out of balance in the picture.
Can you find the imbalance?
To reveal the imbalance, I drew a red line to show how balanced Pirate's eyes are and how out of balance mine are. The blue line shows my eye balance, or better, my head imbalance. What I am doing is not uncommon.
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When a person concentrates they tend to cock their head. Here, I am riding, listening to Claus Bergener as he instructs me in what to do next. What I should be doing is keeping my head straight and balanced to my body, and, in perfect sync with Pirate's position!
~Cindy at Horse Savvy Ranch~
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Wild Horse Family Saved! Carson City, Nevada
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Deer Run Wild Horses When Free~Carson City, NV
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is a determined and dedicated group. Rather than this herd going to the auction-kill buyers, the BLM allowed the auction of the family on March 23.
A miracle happened! One Lady with a sanctuary in CA adopted the entire herd! The family stays together.
Whatever your opinion on Wild Horses & Burros may be, celebrate this success and saving of this little herd and some of our rural heritage. Once our wild horses are eradicated, they're gone. Let's try and find solutions like this one to help.
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