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Stettler youth raising money to help others suffering from deadly blood disorder STACEY LAVALLIE WEEKENDER REPORTER A common medical procedure at the tender age of two weeks nearly cost Stettler’s Maison Ruby his life. Now, he and his family is hoping to educate and raise awareness about a rare disease as well as raise funds for research and a youth camp for kids with hemophelia. Maison is a hemopheliac, which means a rare genetic mutation has caused his blood to not have a certain protein, “Factor VIII”, in it that causes clotting. Without that protein, a simple bruise can cause Maison to bleed to death. Maison is a Type A hemopheliac. Type B hemopheliacs are missing Factor IX. The very rare Type C hemopheliac is missing Factor XI. “What would be a simple bump on our head could be fatal for him,” Tanya Ruby, Maison’s step-mother, said. While Maison doesn’t bleed any more than any other person, he bleeds for longer since his clotting takes a longer time. Medicine has come a long way since the days of Russian Tsar Nicholas II, whose son Alexei was a Type B hemopheliac. His disease, and his parents’ desperation to save their only son, led to the closeness of the infamous Grigori Rasputin to the Russian Royal Family. Alexei died with the rest of his family during the Bolshevik uprising. Back then, the royal family turned to Rasputin’s re-
puted mysticism to save Alexei’s life, which was fraught with troubles from his uncontrolled bleeding. Today, hemopheliacs like Maison have Factor VIII, a powdered substance separated from blood donations and provided to hemopheliacs. “It’s in a powder form and we have to mix it with saline,” Tanya Ruby explained. “Then it’s infused through an IV.” The 10-year-old has a very rare, serious form of hemophelia. Less than one per cent of hemopheliacs have this form, the most serious, and Maison has the dubious honour of being amongst them, his stepmother noted. “It means he has at least three home infusions weekly,” she said. “Just to function normally. If he has a bleed, it can be twice a day, or a hospitalization.” Like many hemopheliacs, Maison is at danger of bleeding to death from minor cuts and bruises. However, his joints are also in particular danger, as a bleed in the joint can seriously damage the joint, causing arthritis or loss of function. “He’s already having problems with his knees,” Tanya Ruby said. “He’s had a few joint bleeds there.” With the danger a mere bruise presents in Maison’s life, his activities are pretty curtailed. There’s no hockey for Maison, or baseball. He can’t jump on a trampoline, he’ll never be able to go on a dirt bike or a quad. “It’s really frustrating,”
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Maison Ruby, 10, was diagnosed with a blood disorder called hemophelia, which means his blood doesn’t clot and a simple bruise or cut can cause him to bleed to death. He’s raising money for research, the Canadian Hemophelia Society, and Camp Kindle with his Bowl for Blood on Oct. 28. Tanya Ruby noted. “He really chafes at not being able to do more, especially in sports.” Tanya and TJ, Maison’s father, as well as his mother Allison Baker in Red Deer, do everything they can to give Maison as normal a life as possible. And, as time goes on, all the extra steps they need to make have become everyday. “My family is in Saskatchewan,” Tanya Ruby said. “If we go on a trip, we have to order Factor VIII ahead, contact
the hospital near where we’re going, and send it there so they have a supply on hand. We can’t just bring it with us, in case there’s an accident.” Since Factor VIII is a blood product, it’s not something the family can just pick up at a pharmacy. Orders have to go through the Canadian Hemopheliac Society (CHS). Hospitals don’t just order it in because the family calls ahead — all that ends up on their plate. Maison is in the final stages of setting up his
Make-A-Wish wish. That, too, will require all sorts of extra steps. Despite the pain, danger and frustration of his disease, Maison and his family wanted to help others who are in a similar situation. For that reason, they’re hosting an event, Bowl for Blood, at Heartland Bowl on Oct. 28. Students from Christ-King School have been given pledge forms and are raising money for the event. The money is being split three ways — one third
will go to Alberta’s branch of CHS, a third will go to research, and a third will go to Camp Kindle. The week-long camp for hemopheliac children costs about $1,000, which is paid by CHS. There, kids have a chance to take part in activities and be with others with similar versions of the blood-disease. They’re also taught by nurses how to self-administer the important Factor 8, which helps their blood clot. “Camp Kindle means a lot of Maison,” Tanya Ruby noted. “He looks forward to it every summer.” “Everything we do is planned around his disease,” she said, taking a moment to praise his teachers and Christ-King School, where Maison is a student. Teachers there have a phone app that helps them recognize the sorts of bruises Maison may show, and what to do — does the bruise mean call a parent or call an ambulance? “He’s really thriving there,” she said. “He wouldn’t have that in a big city school.” Hemophelia in women is very rare, with the disease almost only appearing in men. The mutation happens in the X chromosome, so both a woman’s mother and father must have the mutated gene in order for a woman to suffer from the disease. With only one x-chromosome, a male with the mutated chromosome is almost guaranteed to have the disease manifest.
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Are your adult children draining your retirement savings? A number of recent surveys show that ever more adult children are returning home to live with their parents. This pattern has emerged in the past during times associated with economic downturns and this time is no different. As our economy struggles, it becomes much more difficult for young people to gain their independence. This has led to a new classification - that of “emerging adults”, who bridge the gap between adolescence and adulthood. This based on the theory that people in their 20s go through a time of development that’s distinct from other stages of adulthood, and this helps explain the reluctance of some adult children to leave the nest for good. • A recent CIBC survey suggests that supporting adult children financially is draining their parents’ retirement nest eggs. The survey found that two-thirds of Canadian parents polled say they’re feeling the financial impact of doing this. Almost half of them said that supporting their adult children was restricting their ability to save for their retirement, while 20 per cent said it would significantly delay
them starting into retirement. • Parents may have the will to help their adult kids but they may not always have the means as one in four parents said they spend more than $500 a month to cover their adult kids’ bills. The top expenses are groceries and other household living costs as well as cell-phone bills. The survey found that 42 per cent of adults aged 20 to 29 were living at their parents, either because they never left or because they returned home after living elsewhere. • Researchers found the reasons young adults move back to live with their parents are linked to a number of factors, which includes attending post-secondary school, postponing marriage, becoming unemployed, unable to find work, unable to find affordable housing, etc. Young adults living at home
are often associated with going to school and unlike in the United States, a lot of young Canadian adults don’t go very far away, going to school close to their homes. • But how do adult children living at home affect family structures? It varies, but the best relationships are ones in which both the parents and children behave like mature adults as both the parents and children have to adapt. • Parents in a sense have to learn not to parent so much, which is diffi cult when you’re fi nancially contributing to the well-being of this adult child in your midst. And their children have to learn to stop reverting back to being a 9 or a 13-year-old, which becomes very easy when they have parents who want to parent, so there is always the need for give and take. There’s a real need for open communication when adult children move back in, so that the children understand that there’s no free lunch and that they are expected to help cover their food and housing costs. Parents also need to understand that their financial wellbeing has to come first, or face the risk of running out of money in retirement
Canadians have entrepreneurial spirit, but what’s stopping them? CNW STORY Over half of Canadians (57 per cent) are entrepreneurs at heart and have thought of owning their own business, according to a recent RBC Small Business survey. While one-third (36 per cent) of Canadians who have thought of owning a business have actually started one, 84 per cent of those who have not started a business say they would rather work for themselves than for someone else. “Entrepreneurs play a key role in our economy by creating jobs, stimulating growth and encouraging innovation and creativity,” says Sarah Adams, vice-president,
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Small Business, RBC. “They are the backbone of our economy so it’s important that we provide them with the advice and support so that they can compete and be successful.” For those who have not started their own business, the following were cited as top barriers: • No capital/start-up money - 44 per cent • Need steady/reliable income - 38 per cent • Fear of failure - 29 per cent • Did not know how to start - 28 per cent Millennials are aspiring entrepreneurs While two-thirds (67 per cent) of millennials (age 1834) have thought of owning their own business, eightin-10 (78 per cent) had not started. What’s holding them back? In addition to lack of capital, 34 per cent did not know how to start and almost one-in-four (23 per cent) said they had too much debt, such as student loans. continued on page 4
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Dog training with a passion MOUSH SARA JOHN WEEKENDER REPORTER In a quiet corner, diagonally across from the Stettler Community Hall is Passionate Paws, a dog daycare, boarding and training facility, run by Adrienne Copeland, who believes in serving dog owners. Having been involved with dogs for nearly a decade, Copeland knows what it takes to run a pet facility and all the hard work that comes with it. Copeland started a local rescue group quite early on and by 2009 she had become a board member, and had found her calling. “I was extremely involved and was organizing fundraisers, doing the vet runs, it was as if I had found my passion,” said Copeland. “But soon the numbers of the organization became less and I did not want to see the group that stood for such a great cause get shut down, so with the help of friends, family, foster homes and the community, I kept the rescue going and ran it out of my house.” In early 2012, when Copeland heard of the Alberta Spay Neuter Task Force, a registered charity that helps First Nation Communities and other municipalities, she signed up as a volunteer immediately. They provided care to companion animals and helped improve the health and well being of dogs and cats. “The volunteering experience I got here was a huge eye opener for me, in terms of the sheer volume of dogs that needed help,” said Copeland. “There were so many strays that were full of fleas, mange or needed immediate medical help.”
It served as a platform for Copeland to meet people sharing the same interest and passion, besides rescue groups that were all there for the same reason. “They shared the same passion as I did, which made me feel completely at home, if was as if I belonged there,” reminisced Copeland. “Every clinic that I volunteered with, I was completely engaged, and the long hours did not matter as long as I had found a foster home for those that needed it.” In September 2012, Copeland got wind of a culling situation in the North West Territories (NWT). “Culling is when they want to thin the dog population by shooting dogs, and as the NWT does not have many vets or rescues available, the residents in the NWT felt they had no other choice,” said Copeland. “A bounty was put on every dog, so I wanted to help. I could not stand by and do nothing.” Copeland called the NWTSPCA and offered her help. By mid-December 2012, they had flown down 32 puppies and one adult dog to Edmonton and Calgary, with the help of volunteer pilots. “I knew this would be an enormous task but I was determined to help save as many dogs as possible and I took help of the media too,” said Copeland. “I contacted CTV news, newspapers and radio stations to get the story out there.” Copeland was interviewed by Breakfast Television and with the help of the community and media coverage, every single dog had found a home. When Copeland was faced with a personal loss in Oct. 2014 she
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Adrienne Copeland (centre), owner of Passionate Paws participates in the two-day dog training workshop along with other dog owners, at the Passionate Paws facility conducted by certified trainer Monika Stuehler. decided to follow her heart. “I love dogs and am passionate about training them so I think it was time for me to follow my dream,” said Copeland. “I realized that life is too short to put off what you love for another day, what if tomorrow never comes” By M a rch 2015, Copeland had volunteered in numerous clinics, had got the necessary training and experience needed to venture out on her own. Copeland opened Passionate Paws on April 27, 2015. “Along my journey in rescue, I was fortunate enough to meet a professional dog trainer/ behaviouralist in Leduc, Monika Stuehler, owner of an educational dog daycare, boarding and training facility in Leduc called Paws in Paradise,” said Copeland. “There were a couple of dogs that were beyond my expertise and that was
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selling crafts that they had made (17 percent) and walking dogs/pet sitting (13 per cent). If there’s a will, there’s a way Of those who started their own business, 40 per cent saved their own money; 35 per cent started small or with a side business to test the waters; 28 per cent got moral or financial support from family/friends; and 21 per cent contacted a financial institution/ accountant/lawyer.
continued from page 2 Nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit starts in childhood The survey also found that respondents who thought of owning a business had been engaged in entrepreneurial activities as children, such as doing yard work (49 per cent), shoveling driveways (37 per cent), creating a lemonade stand (22 per cent), painting (22 percent),
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To help make your dream business come true, Adams suggests the following tips: • Research your market. While it may be tempting to ask family and friends for input on your product or service, to truly understand if your idea is viable, it is best to talk to your target audience. And don’t forget to check out the competition to give you insight into the marketplace and the opportunities that might exist. • Develop a business plan. The business plan is the most important document you need because it helps you to think through your business idea before you actually start your business. Think about what problem you will solve and your competitive advantage. • Determine your financial needs. Assess your start-up costs and calculate how long it will take to break-even. Explore government grants and small business financing programs that help entrepreneurs get their business off the ground. Talk to a financial advisor about cash flow needs and consider an operating line of credit, business credit card or term loan. • Seek advice from professionals and other business owners. Connect with experienced business owners who can serve as sounding boards for your ideas and ask for advice about starting your business. Explore industry/trade associations for networking opportunities, and consider contacting start-up incubators to see what support they could offer.
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A book for animal lovers What makes your pet happy? Throw a toy, and find out. Go for a run, sneak a snack, sit quietly with warm blanket and firm scratch, even watching TV can put a smile on Scruffy’s face because it’s all about being with you. But if you still need ideas, “Do Unto Animals” by Tracey Stewart has them for you. If it’s possible, Tracey Stewart loved animals before she was even born: pictures exist of her heavily-pregnant mother with family pets. Animals always s u r ro u n d e d S t ewa r t and when she was a child, she wondered if she could make a living through her love of them. After a few life-detours – including different jobs and men other than the one she’s married to now - she does. A dog was Stewart’s first love; he was a rescue bully-breed but she says she’s not sure who rescued who, in this situation. A dog has always been “my four-footed soother, my crutch … my confidant, my best friend…” “If guardian angels really exist, mine don’t have wings. They have wagging tails, soft pink bellies, and terrible breath.” Though allerg ic, Stewart has loved a cat or four. She can’t live with them comfortably – she’s tried! – so instead, her children act as champions of cats needing homes. And that’s a good way to help animals: if you can’t have one, virtually adopt one. Just because an animal doesn’t sleep in your house doesn’t mean there’s nothing you can do for it. Your back yard is full of what Stewart calls “The Landscaping
TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER Team, Pest Control Team, and Cleanup Crew.” And if you live on or near a farm, she says you should visit a barn often. Cows and pigs are no dummies, and there’s a lot to learn on the back (or front) of a horse. Other things you can do for animals: learn animal massage. Visit a shelter and adopt a mutt. Don’t believe everything you’re told about pit bulls or black cats. Remember that bugs and worms are friends. Know how to help an injured animal. And this year, change a tradition: your family’s holiday menu doesn’t have to have a turkey on it. It’s a good thing animals can’t buy books. We should all be glad they can’t read, either, because if they could, they’d want to go live with author Tracey Stewart. But here’s the thing: there really isn’t anything new inside “Do Unto Animals” – it’s just all framed differently. Lovers of the four-footed already know how to pet a dog well. We’re aware of spay-neuter programs, that bees are dying off, and that livestock have personalities. Here, though, Stewart reminds us of these things in a shoulder-bumping, almost affectionate way… and
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F/T IN-HOME CAREGIVER Required for elderly couple, living 28 miles SE. of Stettler, in Central Ab. Assistance req’d with daily living activities, exercise to regain strength, housekeeping and meal preparation. Room, board and transportation provided. Send resume to spitzcfc@yahoo.com
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CAMERON Bay Holdings Inc. o/a McDonalds’s in Ponoka and Red Deer (Gasoline Alley East and West) is now hiring full time and part time Food Service Supervisors. Wages are between $13.95 to $16.00 per hour, depending upon experience and qualiÀcations. Candidates must be able to work a variety of shifts and have 3 to 5 years previous experience. Must be able to supervisor up to 20 crew. Part-time applications will be accepted from Canadians and Permanent Residents. Apply in person 4419 Hwy 2A, Ponoka, 37479 Hwy 2, Red Deer, and 37428 Hwy 2, Red Deer or email resume to cbay22@telus.net or fax to 403-783-4251.
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FULL or part time PDL install tech. for the Polaris dealership, pays $15 per hour. On the job training provided, no experience necessary. Must be avail. Sat’s. Email aaron@ heartlandmarine.ca or apply in person at Heartland Marine & Motorsports Rg. Rd. 21-2 Highway 12 Erskine, AB. REQ’D IMMEDIATELY EXPERIENCED Sheet Metal and Furnace Installers Top wages, hourly wages. Openings in new home, replacement and service dept. Great working conditions. Please call or e-mail. brent@ comfortecheating.com 403-309-8301 HOW can you make your phone ring & make some quick cash? Place your ad here. . . READ THE CLASSIFIEDS & find just what you’re looking
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ESTATE AUCTION For Art Pochopsky of Innisfail Sunday Oct. 25- 10 a.m. Bowden Lions Hall Bowden A.B. Collectibles, Household, Power & hand tools, Furniture, New items. Just too much to mention. Check web for full listing Pilgrim Auction Service 403-556-5531 www.pilgrimauction.com
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Honest, reliable, light house work cleaner for hire. Cleaning duties include: Bathrooms, Áoors, dusting, etc. References available. Call Colleen: 403-742-0228, 403-740-4871.
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BIG STRAPPER AUCTIONS UPCOMING SALES Wednesdays @ 6 pm. Estate Auction Sun. Oct. 25, 12 noon 5910-60 Ave. Ponoka, AB Oct. 28 & Nov. 25 & Dec. 2, 9 & 16 at The Moose Hall, 2 miles south of Ponoka on Hwy. 2A ~~~~~ TO BOOK YOUR SALE CALL 403-782-5693 Check website for full listings www.bigstrapperauctions.net
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
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BEST RENTAL VALUE IN STETTLER 1 & 2 Bedroom, furnished kitchenette suites. All utilities, cable, internet. Avail. immediately Kimberly 403-690-5828 One bedroom suite, $850/mo. + S.D. and two bedroom suite, $900/mo. + S.D. Available Nov. 1. 403-741-9325.
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2009 Saturn Vue, $14,700 obo 67,000 km, Heated seats & washer Áuids, car starter, alarm, plus many more options. Comes with new summer and winter tires. 403-309-2428 or 403-392-5284.
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2006 SUZUKI Kingcab 700, 3500 kms, good shape, $5,500. 2001 Honda Foreman 450ES, 2254 kms, excellent shape, $4,500. Phone Dave 403-741-6776.
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Private Tender - Land for Sale – by Castor SW-28-37-14-W4 Approx. 147 acres hay/pasture with dugout. NW-28-37-14-W4 Approx. 140 acres hay with dugout. $5,020 combined oil revenue per year. Please include 8% unconditional deposit of bid per quarter. Any or all bids not necessarily accepted. Deadline is Nov. 6/15. Subject to Ɠnancing within 30 days of acceptance. Mail bids to: Jerry & Joanne Wiechnik - Land Tenders Box 103, Stettler, AB, T0C 2L0 Cheques will be returned to unsuccessful bidders.
Friday, October 23, 2015
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The health benefits of snacking on popcorn When many people think of popcorn, they envision large, butter-soaked buckets sold at movie theaters. But popcorn can be a healthy addition to anyone’s diet. Recent studies have indicated that popcorn can be quite healthy so long as it’s not smothered in salt, sugar or other flavorings. Popcorn is a whole grain that contains plenty of fiber and antioxidants. Joe Vinson, a professor of chemistry at the University of Scranton, reported in 2012 that popcorn may contain just as many, if not more, healthful antioxidants as fruits and vegetables. After grinding up the popped kernels and hulls, then simulating the digestion process, Vinson discovered roughly 1.5 percent by weight of air-popped popcorn is made up of polyphenols. Polyphenols can help prevent damage to human cells and can help fight
disease, including cancer. Polyphenols are considered by some to be more potent than vitamins C or E. Polyphenols are concentrated in the hull of the popcorn, so it’s important to eat them, and not just the fluffy popped center, for maximum health benefits. Popcorn is full of dietary fiber, which helps a person feel full and also has other benefits. Men and women are advised to consume 38 and 25 grams, respectively, of dietary fiber each day. Popcorn contains roughly one grams of dietary fiber per cup, helping to keep the digestive system regular. Popcorn also can reduce cholesterol levels and help regulate blood sugar. Feeling full will also prevent a person from overeating. According to Organic Information Services, a cup of popped popcorn contains only 30 calories,
which is approximately five times less than the number of calories in a similar serving of potato chips. Popcorn also is very low in saturated fat, which can help men and women realize their weight loss goals. In addition to being an abundant source of fiber and antioxidants, popcorn contains thiamin, folate, vitamin B6, and niacin. Popcorn also contains minerals such as manganese, magnesium, iron, zinc, and phosphorous. The best way to enjoy popcorn is to air-pop it, which will not add any calories from oil. If seasonings are desired, look to low-calorie, salt-free flavors, like chili powder, garlic or fresh herbs. While many people may only know the often unhealthy popcorn they find at movie theaters, airpopped popcorn makes for a healthy, low-calorie snack.
How to store fresh apples A few tricks of the trade can be employed to prevent apples from decaying. Apples are a popular fruit that are grown in different places around the world. Come autumn, apples can be seen filling farm stands and supermarkets all over North America. Apples are available yearround, but many apple lovers insist there’s nothing better than plucking an apple directly off the tree in the fall. Apple orchards and pick-your-own farms are visited each autumn by apple lovers anxious for apples’ tart and juicy taste. Many people pick more apples than they can eat in a few days, so it pays to learn how to store apples properly so none of them go to waste. Start by picking a variety of apple that won’t go bad too quickly. Apple growers can make suggestions, but Jonathan, Rome, Fuji, and Granny Smith varieties tend to last longer than other varieties. Choose apples that are free of blemishes or soft spots. The adage that “one bad apple can spoil the whole bunch” bears some truth. Apples give off ethylene gas as they decay, and a rotting apple can quickly affect nearby apples. A good place to store apples in the short-term is in the refrigerator where it is cool. Put the apples in the crisper drawer. Do
not store them with vegetables, as the apples may cause the veggies to ripen or rot prematurely. If you plan on long-term storage, a few extra steps are necessary. Apples need to be individually wrapped so they will not come in contact with other apples. Newsprint works great; just be sure to pick the pages that are done in black ink because colored ink may contain heavy metals. Once wrapped, place each apple in a container padded with more newspaper. Store this container in a cool place, such as a garage, root cellar or screened-in porch. Apples can last a couple of months if stored in this manner. Keep apples away from potatoes, as potatoes can cause the fruit to prematurely decay. Another way to store apples is to turn them into preserves or apple sauce. By boiling the apples and sealing them shut in canning jars, that fresh apple taste can be enjoyed long after the apples are picked. Consult with a canning expert about the right way to begin the process. Fruits are generally canned using a boiling-water canner. However, some fruits, like apples, can be canned with a pressure canner. Because apples tend to discolor when the flesh meets the air, use a little
lemon juice to prevent this while canning. Turning apples into candied apples also can help them keep longer. Apples can be dipped into a sugary coating, caramel or toffee to be enjoyed later on. Of course, you always can bake apples into a pie as well, then freeze the pie for another day. Autumn would be incomplete without apples. Get ready for apple season by developing a storage plan before you visit the orchard.
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Maintenance keeps horses healthy and happy Horses are strong animals that have been relied upon for centuries to fill various roles. Once a primary mode of transportation for humans, horses also have helped farmers tend to their crops and entertained millions on the racetracks. Since they are social animals, horses need attention and consistent care. Keeping a horse is quite a commitment, but it’s a commitment that can prove very rewarding. Caring for a horse’s needs will help keep the animal happy and healthy. Horse’s require basic daily care that should be tailored to the season. Shelter A horse habitat is an area where the animal can escape the elements when not grazing. Barns, stalls or even just shade coverings, depending on the area and climate, can make great shelters for horses. The shelter should not be smaller than 12 square feet. If a shelter is small, the horse will need to get more daily exercise to stretch out. Fencing and gates
should be secure. Some horses are smart enough to get out of paddocks or their stalls simply by opening the gate. Chains and locks can help prevent escape artists. Food Horses are grazing animals and are accustomed to eating all day. If pastures are green and horses are getting enough grass, they may not need supplementation with hay. However, if the weather gets cold and grass is in short supply, horses will need access to plenty of hay. Many horse owners feed their horses twice a day and supplement their food with salt or mineral licks. Limit the amount of oats and sweet treats, especially for animals that aren’t as active. A veterinarian also can advise horse owners about the best types of feed for particular horses based on the animals’ age, activity level, gender, and breed. Feet and Teeth It is important to maintain the health of a horse’s feet and teeth. An inability to grind food properly can prevent a horse from
getting proper nutrition, which is essential to their health. This is especially true when the weather gets cold and the horse needs extra energy in colder weather. An equine dentist can examine a horse’s teeth and make sure there are no issues preventing the horse from eating well. Similarly, a horse spends most of its time on its feet. A farrier should be called in regularly to inspect hooves and adjust shoes if they are worn. Rocks, debris, snow, ice, and other items on the ground can become lodged in the animal’s feet and cause irritation. Also, clipped hooves will chip less and provide more grip. Farriers can suggest other tips to keep feet in good health. Grooming Daily grooming will help keep a horse comfortable. Brushing the horse’s coat provides a good opportunity to spend time with the animal and further foster a good relationship. A horse will learn to trust its owner more and more when owners make fre-
quent contact. Grooming also enables horse owners to inspect their animals for any cuts, ticks or maladies that should be brought to the attention of a vet. Remember to hose
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down horses after a ride and during hot weather. Sweat can attract flies, leading to bites and sores. The Minnesota Horse Council notes that horses that spend substantial time outside may be
susceptible to sunburn. Apply a sunscreen to the horse’s nose, especially for light-colored horses. Sunburns can lead to blistering and infections, so make protecting horses from the sun a priority.
K&K Auctions Presents an Estate Household and Antique Auction Sunday Oct. 25, 10:00 a.m. @ Camrose Elks Hall, 7402 - 50 Ave., Camrose, Alta Featuring: Coins\paper money, fine jewelry (from store close out), beautiful teak furniture, hockey and baseball cards. Selection of die cast cars, trucks and tractors, and many more antique collectibles. Phone Doug or Loraine
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