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December 8, 2009
Volume 5, Number 20

Good Morning!

I hope all is going well with all of you during the Christmas Season. I have had the opportunity to attend the NFR in Las Vegas this week and have run into several of you out here.
It is always a great time and great rodeo.

We would like for you to mark your calendars on Feb. 6th for our Annual Horseman's Priority Conference to be held at the Ransom Heart Ranch in Lone Jack., MO.  I will be
sending information out shortly on this great event.

Make sure you pick up the latest Better Horses Network Winter Edition at your local feed store, or you can subscribe by going to our website at www.betterhorsesnetwork.com .
By subscribing, you will be guaranteed to receive our 5 issues plus getting it delivered using First Class Postage.

If you are not using Purina Feeds, it is still a great time to prove to yourself how Purina Feeds will perform for you. Make sure you get in touch with either me or your local Purina
Representative to show you how we can set your horses up on a great trial program. Either email me at ernie@betterhorsesradio.com or call me at 785/418-6047.

Our Better Horses Radio Show continues to grow with the expansion into the Fort Worth market on Country Legends 92.1 FM on Sunday mornings at 7:00. For those of you who
live in the Southeast Kansas/Northeast Oklahoma area, we are excited to announce that Better Horses Radio is coming to KKOW 860 AM which broadcasts out of Pittsburg, KS.
We start airing in Pittsburg on Saturday, Jan.2, at 6:00 am and also on Sundays at 6:00 pm.  If you have not heard about Better Horses Radio, you can go to www.betterhorsesradio.com
and learn all about it.

Congratulations to Purina Ambassador, Shawn Flarida, for winning his 5th NRHA Futurity in 8 years!  Wow -- that is really UNBELIEVABLE!!! The way he is going, he is going to
be the first 4 Million Dollar Rider very soon.

Thanks, folks, for all you do; and let me know if there is any way I can be of  help to you.

        Better Horses Radio is going on TV. Better Horses Radio will be doing a weekly segment, Horse 'N Around, on the new
        TV program, AG AM in Kansas. This will be a 4-7 minute segment that will feature the Equine Industry in Kansas.   The
        show will begin airing in the Topeka market very soon -- watch for it!

Happy Trails!

Ernie

2009 NRHA $190,000 Added Open Futurity Finals
The 2009 NRHA Open Futurity Finals brought another exciting night to the Oklahoma State Fair Park in Oklahoma City.  Coming off a win in this year's All American Quarter
Horse Congress Futurity are Gunnatrashya (Gunner x Natrashya) and Shawn Flarida marking a 228.5 to take the Level 4 Open Futurity Championship and the $125,000 purse! 
For more details on this exciting win and more detailed results, Click Here.

AQHA Broodmare For Sale
11-year-old daughter of Lenas Wright On out of Leagurette.  She has had two foals:  2008 Self Shine stud colt and in 2009, a filly by Meradas Money Talks. 
Both of her foals are exceptional and she sells Open with a breeding in 2010 to your choice of the following: 
        Chick Please, Roosters Wrangler, Hollywood Vintage Sweet Like Pepto.
For more information, call (785) 418-6047.

  
       For the pets you love . . . a Christmas Gift Selection!
 

     In addition to tasty treats for your special pets, Animal Nibbles.com has
     all kinds of treats just for horses and ponies. 

     Check out our Dobbin's Delights on our website!  

Crunchy, crunchy, crunchy. Baked or handmade, biscuits or pellets!  Your horse will love them all!

You'll find horse treats filled with whole grains, alfalfa and even chunks of fruits and vegetables! 

                                      Visit www.AnimalNibbles.Com and
                         PLACE YOUR ORDER TODAY!!
                       Perfect gift for your friends' and neighbors' pets, too!

                       (Simply click on box at left to go directly to website.)
 

Calendar of Events:   

December

January

February

EquiFest of Kansas 2010

EquiFest of Kansas organizers have announced dynamic clinicians, new activities and exciting equine entertainment for their thirteenth annual EquiFest of
Kansas February 12-14, 2010 at the Wichita Kansas Coliseum.  For the first time, there will be two exciting new events:  the Ultimate Horsemens Challenge
on Friday and a Ranch Rodeo on Saturday evening.  For more complete details on this exciting upcoming event, Click Here.

Missouri Mule and Donkey Circuit

        For MMDC 2009 Show Dates, Click Here.    Website:  www.mmdc.ws

Missouri Rawhide Mounted Shooters

        For 2009 Competition Schedule, Click Here.

Hartville Saddle Club - 2009 Gymkhana

        3rd Sunday of each month -- April thru October.  Gymkhana is a meet at which riders and horses display a range of skills and aptitudes.  Starts at 2:00 p.m. 
        For more information, contact Debby (417) 464-9003 or Janelle (417) 741-7924.   For more details, Click Here -- or visit website at www.justasplashofpaint.com. 

 
          Priefert Rodeo & Ranch Equipment presents The Solution For Arena Conditioning  .  .  .
          Priefert's ArenaMasterTM.   For more information, call (800) 527-8616 or visit www.priefert.com. 

                                                                 Click here to learn more!
 


 


 

                              
                  The Better Horses Radio Show

Tune in to one of the stations airing our show:
               
               
        Saturday    6:00am - 7:00am           KKOW  860 am - Pittsburg, KS (starting Jan. 2)
        Saturday    9:00am - 10:00am         KMDO 1600 am - Fort Scott, KS
        Saturday    4:00pm - 5:00pm          KFRM   550 am - Clay Center/Salina/Wichita, KS

        Sunday      5:00am - 6:00am           KOMG   92.9 am - Springfield, MO
        Sunday      5:05am - 6:00am           KMA      960 am / 99.3 fm - Shenandoah, IA
        Sunday      6:00am - 7:00am           KTPK    106.9 am - Country Legends, Topeka, KS
        Sunday      6:30am - 7:30am           KFEQ    680 am - St. Joe, MO
        Sunday      7:00am - 8:00 am          KTFW   92.1 fm - Country Legends, Fort Worth, TX
        Sunday      9:00am - 10:00am         KDKD   95.3 fm - Clinton, MO
        Sunday      4:00pm - 5:00pm           KOFO   1220 am - Ottawa, KS
        Sunday      4:00pm - 5:00pm           KTJJ      98.5 fm - Farmington, MO
        Sunday      6:00pm - 7:00 pm          KKOW  860 am - Pittsburg, KS (starting Jan. 2)


Better Horses Radio is a nationally syndicated radio show hosted by Ernie Rodina and
co-hosted by Dawn Dawson.

Interviews with.......
 

        Local Trainers, Veterinarians, and Industry Leaders.

Get updates on upcoming events, shows and clinics as well as regular reports from local equine organizations such as Kansas Horse Council, Breed Associations, Junior Rodeo, PRCA & more.

 

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Horse Management Tip


Wintertime Workouts
By Stephanie McAlexander

        As winter quickly bears down upon us, our initial reaction is to hibernate indoors and forget about working our horses.
        However, it is important to remember that our horse friends need consistent work to maintain what we have taught them.
        From groundwork to full workouts, we can find something to work on in most weather conditions.
 
       If the temperature is below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, a day off is warranted, as it's too cold to be safe for horse or human.
       If the temperature is above 20 degrees, but still too cold to ride, you can remind your horse of his ground manners. Make
       sure he is soft at the end of your rope, will move his hindquarters or forehand out of your way when you ask, and is
       respectful of your space while leading.
 
       Is your horse afraid of the clippers? Is clipping his bridlepath or ears an argument? A cold day can also be used to help
       him to accept the clippers. Many times we only work on this the day before going to an event, and usually with a "get it
       done" mentality. By working on clipping at a non-important time, we can spend a little time reassuring our horse that the
       clippers are not so intimidating. Keep in mind that you do not have to cut any protective winter hair. Usually the sound
      and vibration are the culprits, so just moving the clippers over your horse can be very beneficial.
 
       If the temperature is warmer and riding is possible, be aware that your horse will require more warm up and cool down
       time than he would in warmer weather. Give him time in the beginning of the session to stretch his muscles. Be sure to do
       a little more flexing to help warm up those cold muscles. Also remember that cooling out before blanketing or returning to
       the pasture is imperative to avoid pneumonia or tying up.
 
       So as we enter the coldest months of the year, remember that there is more to training your horse than just riding. Reflect
       on your horse's abilities and weaknesses and use this time to isolate smaller problems to correct. Come springtime, you
       will be ahead of the game!

 
 

     

Horsey Treat Recipe


      Try this special Christmas Treat
                  for your favorite horse --

     "Crunchy Horse Christmas Cookies" 

 		     
       

Crunchy Horse Christmas Cookies

    2 cups oats (whole, crimped or even oatmeal)
    2 cups crushed corn
    2 cups alfalfa pellets (ground up in food mill or processor)
    1 cup corn oil
    1 cup bran (cereal works fine)
    1 cup applesauce or milled apples

Mix well, watching consistency of dough.  Roll tablespoons of dough into balls OR press in bottom of wax-paper-lined pan. 
Bake at 250o for 20 minutes.

 

 
Thoughts To Ponder
                             By Charley Green 
 

                                                   
                                  The Homeless
                                    
                During this holiday season, we need to think of those facing
                tough times such as the homeless. We all have collective resources
                to help supply food, clothing and shelter; however, the most important
                thing we can do is provide hope, inspiration and opportunity for them
                to step up, come back and regain a measure of quality in their lives.
                Figure out how we can give back by investing in our communities in
                ways that can help change an individual's life for the better thereby
                creating an environment for others to follow.

                One of my friends, who was homeless at one time, said:

                       "Charley, when you give a hand up . . ., instead of a hand
                         out, this makes all the difference in someone's life because
                         it helps restore their sense of self-worth, provides a second
                         chance and gives them hope."

                Folks, it behooves us to help the homeless in our communities get
                back to being productive members of society and not compound their
                problems by becoming one of  'em!

                                                                      
      To read a little more about Charley, Click Here.       To go to Charley's website, www.willrogersandcharley.com          

Timely Reminder

 
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Useful Websites For Horse Owners:

● http://www.betterhorsesnetwork.com - Better Horses Network
● http://www.betterhorsesradio.com - Better Horses Radio
● http://www.omoleneuniversity.com - Purina Mills Equine Educational Site
● http://www.horse.purinamills.com - Purina Mills Horse Page
● http://www.kansasreining.com - Kansas Reining Horse Assn.
● http://www.midamericaequinesales.com - Mid America Equine Sales
● http://www.rockin-rc.com - Cindy Branham
● http://www.bestofamericabyhorseback.com - Best Of America By Horseback
● http://www.kerrykuhn.com - Kerry Kuhn
● http://www.eze-latch.com  - Easy Hook-Ups, Right On The Ground
● http://www.kshaonline.com - Kansas Saddle Horse Association
● http://www.kfqhra.com  -  Kansas Foundation Quarter Horse Registry Affiliate
● http://www.UltimateHCA.com - Ultimate Horsemen's Challenge Assn.
● http://www.AnimalNibbles.com - Tasty Horse & Pet Treats
● http://www.adequan.com - Adequan

● http://www.kstatesports.com  - Kansas State Equestrian Sports
● http://www.kansashorsecouncil.com - Kansas Horse Council
● http://www.equiventurepromotions.com - Equi-Venture Promotions
● http://www.ranchcowboy.com - 2 Bar D Ranch, Alma, KS (Geff & Dawn Dawson)
● http://www.ksbuckskin.com - Kansas Buckskin Horse Association
● http://www.foalcare.com - Intervet
● http://www.saddleandsirloin.com - Saddle and Sirloin Club
● http://www.gkcaha.com - Greater Kansas City Arabian Horse Association
● http://www.willrogersandcharley.com - Charley Green, Author and Speaker
● http://www.kansasthoroughbred.com - Kansas Thoroughbred Association
● http://www.fmsfqhra.com - First Missouri State FQHR Affiliate
● http://www.motdra.org - Middle of the Trail Distance Riders Association
● http://www.neksaganythinghorses.com - Northeast Kansas Small Area Gro
● http://www.americanroyal.com - American Royal

 

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