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 The Iowa Horse Council is a volunteer based, non-profit organization that believes in the value of horses and horse activities. The Iowa Horse Council serves and supports the entire industry through communication, education, and promotion. We are looking for members with energy, ideas and a dedication to the horse industry in the State of Iowa. The Iowa Horse Council has worked for the horse owner, enthusiast, and supplier for the past 30 years and is ready to press on. We invite you to join us for our ride into the future and work with us to promote the horse industry in Iowa. More Information
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National Horse News & Articles
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E-Learning Master Equine Manager Certificate
New and Improved Format
Receive the Master Equine Manager E-Learning Certificate by completing the comprehensive online program.
The hands-on evaluation is not required now but optional workshops will be available for anyone who is in the program. Hands-on programs can be held at Cazenovia College, NY; Iowa State University; University of Connecticut; and the University of Nebraska. The E-Learning Program provides horse owners and enthusiasts with a comprehensive educational program that teaches the science of horse management. Topics covered include:
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Adult (19 & Over)
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High School Students
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Welfare of Horses
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- Understanding Horse Behavior
- Equine Quality Assurance
- Facilities and Equipment
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Horse Nutrition
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$90
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- Forages for Horses
- Feeds and Feeding
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Horse Health
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$90
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- Equine Emergency Treatment
- Hoof Care
- Diseases and Parasites
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Selection of Horses
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- Conformation and Evaluation
- Unsoundness's & Blemishes
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Purchase All Four
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Optional Workshop
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New Master Equine Manager's - Included after completion of 2 modules
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Current Master Equine Manager's Workshop
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Approved by Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) and Certified Horsemanship Association - Certified Riding Instructors for CE credit for re-certification More Information and Registration |
House Appropriations Approves USDA Appropriations Bill
On July 8, 2015, the House Appropriations Committee approved its version of the FY 2016 Agriculture Appropriations bill. This bill provides funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the 2016 fiscal year (October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016). The bill contains several provisions that impact the horse industry, including funding for USDA equine health activities and enforcement of the Horse Protection Act. Continue Reading
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National Welfare Code of Practice
Did you know the American Horse Council and 50 National Horse Groups have adopted a National Welfare Code of Practice? The code addresses equine welfare and responsible care (1) by supporting a uniform Code of Practice regarding the responsible breeding, training, competing, care, use, enjoyment, health, transportation, and retirement of horses; and (2) by initiating communication with the public, the media, federal and state officials and within the horse community regarding these issues. Continue Reading
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Unwanted Horse Coalition Celebrates 10 Years of Action
The Unwanted Horse Coalition operates under the umbrella of the AHC, and is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
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The Stray Horses of Eastern Kentucky's Coal Mines
 Horses have been turned out to graze on reclaimed coal lands in Eastern Kentucky for years, but with more owners abandoning their horses, the effects of overpopulation are causing problems for the horses and nearby human residents. Continue Reading
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The USDA has released its updated guide, Building Sustainable Farms, Ranches and Communities. This is a guide to federal programs for sustainable agriculture, forestry, entrepreneurship, conservation, food systems, and community development. It covers 63 government programs that can help with financial assistance for beginning farmers.
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$237,535 Personal Injury Verdict Upheld in Action Brought Against Sales Barn By Auction Visitor
 Overview
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has upheld a verdict in favor of the plaintiff in her personal injury action against the owner of an Iowa sales barn. The plaintiff was stepped on by a horse and severely injured while attending a draft horse auction. In upholding the verdict, the court interpreted Iowa's Domesticated Animal Activity Sponsor statute to find that the negligence action was allowed under Iowa Code § 673.2(4) because the plaintiff's injuries occurred "in a place designated by an animal activity sponsor as a place for persons who are not participants to be present." Continue Reading
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AAEP Ask the Vet
Foals and Salt Blocks
Is there a risk if foals have access to salt blocks? I have heard that they can become "addicted" to the salt and if they eat too much and die from it. I have also heard that their kidneys cannot cope with the salt until they are six months old. Is this true?? View Answer
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| Iowa State Fair 4-H Horse Show
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| Lunch and Learn Webinar
September 15, 2015. Noon to 1 p.m. Preparing and managing arena footing. Ann Swinker, PhD, Penn. State. To join, click here.
| 10/3
| Iowa State Horse Judges Certification Clinic
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| Lunch and Learn Webinar - December 1, 2015. Feeding whole grains. Marcia Hathaway, PhD, University of Minnesota. To join, click here.
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The Iowa State Fair 4-H Horse Show is scheduled for August 10th-13th.
Change of Date
You are invited to the Iowa Horse Council Trail Ride-Campout! Meet us at Stephens Forest, July 25-26 at 10am on the 25th for two days of various trail rides, and a potluck on Saturday evening. This will be an informal and relaxed gathering, so please invite your riding buddies, as the weekend is open to members and nonmembers alike, who want to join in. If you want to reserve a camp spot check out: 
