USPC FESTIVAL WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS CARING FOR THE AGING HORSE
with Dr Amanda Adams, Associate Professor at Gluck Equine Research Center. Nearly 20-30% of the equine population worldwide is comprised of senior horses (ages 15+). As horses live longer, the threat of developing pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) is approximately 20%. While we do not have statistics on second endocrine disorder affecting the aging horse, we do know that Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) is associated with obesity and increased adiposity, and insulin dysregulation (ID), which is on the rise, affecting a significant portion of the equine industry, up to 50% in some countries. Both PPID and EMS are associated with the development of laminitis, a debilitating and devastating inflammatory condition of the hoof, oftentimes life ending for the horse. In this lecture, we will discuss how to diagnose and manage horses with PPID, EMS and ID.
CONFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO POTENTIAL LAMENESS
with Dr. Scott Pierce with Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital.
EMERGENCY SURGERIES AND COLIC TREATMENT
presented by Dr. Jenna Moline, DVM, MS; Associate Field Veterinarian with Hagyard Equine Medical Institute.
EQUESTRIAN SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY
presented by Daniel Stewart. An educational, humorous, and upbeat workshop on teaching stress management, and goal setting. This workshop proves that mental preparation is just as important as physical preparation.
EQUINE ACUPUNCTURE
Dr. Jessica Gould with Hagyard Equine Hospital. How does acupuncture really work and what can you use it for? Also find out how to find a qualified acupuncturist.
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USPC FESTIVAL 2021
July 19 - 26, 2021
EQUINE DENTISTRY
Ashton Broman, DVM with Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital. Caring for your horse’s mouth does more than just keep you in the saddle. What you need to know to keep your horse smiling in the ring! Discussion to include changes in the equine mouth, oral exam process, how can dental issues affect your mount in the ring, and impact on longevity.
FEEDS AND FEEDING
with Kristen Janicki, MS, PAS, Technical Marketing Specialist, BUCKEYE Nutrition. In this workshop you will learn all about the basic nutritional needs of your horse or pony and how to choose a feed to meet those needs.
EQUINE PHOTOGRAPHY
presented by Gary Coppage. Learn how to take better photos of horses and riders and some practical application tips on using your photography equipment.
EQUINE WOUND MANAGEMENT
Stacy Anderson, National Examiner, DVM, MVSc, PhD, Diplomate ACVS-LA. What should you do when your horse sustains a wound? Your choice has a direct impact on how the wound will ultimately heal.
FOXHUNTING, NOT JUST A QUIZ CATEGORY
with Aliina Keers and Alex Weiss. Foxhunting is the foundation of Pony Club. Through Pony Club, youth learn sound horse management and riding skills which aid members as they are introduced to following hounds across varied terrain. Encouraging youth to participate in foxhunting begins with education. Education includes foxhunting’s history, protocols, and understanding etiquette as more than just a nicety but essential to continued foxhunting and safety of all. Join Foxhunting Committee members to learn how you can make foxhunting a relevant part of your program. We will share foxhunting education success stories from around the country. Leave with practical tools to jump-start your foxhunting program.
