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CONTENTS 11 11 16 22 28 30 31 34 36 38 40 44 45 47 48 52 56 58 59 60 61 62

FTI Winter Equestrian Festival Lusitano Sport Horses HITS, Ocalo 30 Year Celebration Fine Art & Antiques Cold War Christmas Collecting Training Tips Riding at the Intermediate Level In Memorandum Farewell To James Herman Geibel What’s New? Cool Medics New Fall Line Spinal Misalignments Long Term Effects Book Review Beyond The Finish Line Memorials Cremation Ash to Pet Memorials Founding Fathers Bringing George Washington To Life New Book New Perspective On Our Founding Fathers For Kids Rush Management Show Schedule Equine Health Highlight Eye Injuries Equestrian Real Estate Showcase Exquisite Events Savory Sampler and Elite Equestrian Horse Expo Events Progressive Show Jumping Schedule Classiﬁeds Barn Guide Ad Rates

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Pablo Barrios and G&C BlancheeZ jump a fence in the FEI Nations Cup, presented by G&C Farm, one of the marquee events at the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival. Photo copyright: Cealy Tetley.

Editor & Event Coordinator Noelle Vander Brink Marketing Director/National Sales Bill Vander Brink Contributing Writers Art & Antiquest Editor: Dr. Lori Training Editor: Jim Geibel Health Editor: Marilyn Miller-Heath Michael M. Burak, D.C. Joseph Calcagno Alex Lynch Jennifer Wood Media Contributing Photographers Elite Equestrian Photo Services Others as noted Distribution Brickhouse Service Solutions LLC �� Elite Equestrian is a registered name owned by NEPA Marketing Group, Inc. No article, photo, or part of this publication may be reproduced without written consent. Management reserves the right to approve or refuse any advertiser or contribution for any reason. ©2009

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2011 Bonus Distribution Locations 56th Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Aiken Winter Classic SC Aiken Spring Classic SC Arabian Breeders World Cup Bucks County Horse Shows, PA Buxmont Riding Club Shows, PA Colorado Classics Dressage at Devon Elite Equestrian Expo, PA Equine Affairs Expo, MA Equine Extravaganza, VA Gloucester County Dream Park Gulf Coast Classics H.I.T.S. Summer Circuit: New York, Virginia H.I.T.S. Winter Circuit: Florida Horse Shows in the Park Horse Show Ventures LLC Horse World Expo Maryland & Pennsylvania IEA Finals New Jersey Horse Park North Florida Hunter Jumper Association Shows Pennsylvania National Horse Show, Harrisburg, Pa Penn Jersey Horse Shows Progressive Show Jumping Reading Pet & Horse Expo Rush Management Shows Alpharetta, Ga. Ocala, FL Cleveland, TN, Raleigh, NC Southwest Hunter Jumper Sumter Equestrian Center Syracuse Invitational The Lusitano Collection Tinicum Park Polo Tinicum, Pa United States Equestrian Team Gladstone, NJ. Washington International Horse Show, Washington DC WEF Winter Equestrian Festival, Wellington, FL Plus tack shops, Vet ofﬁ ces, training facilities, Realtors, local and regional horse events.

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The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival is the Destination for Your Top Equestrian Experience

�� The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), the world’s largest, longest running horse show, will take place once again on January 12 – April 3, 2011, at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, Florida, which is only twenty minutes from Palm Beach. Management company Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) is thrilled with the many accomplishments that were made throughout the 2010 season. They look forward to continued improvements during the summer months to make the 2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival an unparalleled equestrian destination for riders from around the world. In 2010, the FTI WEF saw record-breaking numbers of spectators with the installation of the “Saturday Night Lights” series, which featured an exciting equestrian competition every Saturday night under the lights in a family-fun atmosphere. Entertainment included the famed Key West Sunset Street Performers, a children’s fair, a live band, and even skydivers parachuting into the middle of the International Arena. The $500,000 FTI Consulting Finale Grand Prix, CSI 5* drew one of the largest crowds in the history of the Winter Equestrian Festival, when over 9,000 spectators entered the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center to watch McLain Ward and Sapphire race to victory in the esteemed class. In 2011, it will be no different, with Saturday Night Lights events taking place every Saturday night starting on January 22.

The 2010 FTI WEF also saw increased numbers of horses, riders, owners, and trainers. An enormous number of 4,862 horses and 2,872 riders competed over the twelve weeks of competition. The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival attracts the ﬁnest horses, riders, trainers, and owners from 23 countries and 46 U.S. states, including Olympic Gold Medalists and World Champions. It is no surprise that these numbers increased this year, due to the world-class events that were offered throughout the circuit. Featured competitions for the 2011 season will include: The $75,000 FEI Nations Cup presented by G&C Farm, the $500,000 FTI Consulting Finale Grand Prix, the $200,000 FEI World Cup and $150,000 FEI World Cup (presented by Spy Coast Farms) qualiﬁers, the Suncast 1.50m Championship

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Jumper Series, the $30,000 Surpass Speed Derby, the $50,000 Palm Beach Jumping Derby at the Stadium, the $50,000 Chronicle of the Horse/USHJA International Hunter Derby, the WCHR Hunter Classic Spectacular events, and events for collegiate and interscholastic riders. Throughout the twelve weeks of competition, almost $6 million will be awarded in prize money. New events for the 2011 season include the Artisan Farm Young Jumper Grand Prix Series, which offer qualiďŹ ers for the EY Cup in Leipzig, Germany, a $35,000 Puissance, and special match races. Unique show jumping events are something that the FTI WEF has brought to the forefront of its horse shows in recent years. The $55,000 Nespresso Battle of the Sexes is a crowd-pleasing event that pits a team of men against a team of women, husbands against wives, in a three-round format of match races, a speed class, and a six-bar class. The FTI Charity Challenge will be held on Saturday, February 19, and plans are being made to raise $1 million for 24 chariPage 12

ties. Teams made up of one professional and two junior/amateur riders will compete over a relay style speed course to determine which charity will win the biggest check. Equestrian Sport Productions announced last year that they will put in a formal bid to host the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games at the world-class equestrian and support facilities in Wellington. The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival is also a ďŹ rstclass spectator sporting event and unique entertainment destination for the general viewer who can enjoy everything from a

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casual family day with Free Admission to a specially designed VIP experience. Food and beverage options for everyone range from gourmet VIP wining and dining to grilled burgers and specialty cocktails at the popular Tiki Hut. On-site vendors serve sushi, salad, fresh paninis, crepes, Nespresso coffee, ice cream, fresh fruit drinks, pizza, and hot dogs. The White Horse Tavern serves fine dining as well as casual bar fare. The Vendor Village offers a row of boutiques with stylish equestrian products, sportswear, fine clothes and jewelry, accessories, clothes for kids and canines, and the Official Winter Equestrian Festival Merchandise Boutique.

ington Club and the Special Events Pavilion. The brand new Jumbotron shows all of the action, zooming in on the competition and proﬁling horses and riders on a screen almost 30 feet tall. Also at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center is the Palm Beach Riding Academy, which offers special packages for those who have never been in the saddle as well as experienced riders. The Palm Beach Riding Academy provides horses and lessons and the special VIP experiwhich includes a lesson, golf cart for the day and lunch for two at the prestigious private International Club.

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audit. The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival is proud to say that last year’s competition was the best ever, thanks to support from sponsors, riders, owners, trainers, and spectators. ESP welcomes people worldwide to come experience this year’s big event, which promises to surpass expectations as one of the best horse shows in the world. For more information on the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival, please visit www.equestriansport.com.

Saturday Night Lights” Schedule for the 2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival January 22: $50,000 Equine Couture/Tuff Rider Grand Prix, CSI 2* January 29: $60,000 Grand Prix, CSI 2* February 5: $55,000 NESPRESSO Battle of the Sexes February 12: $150,000 FEI World Cup Grand Prix, presented by Spy Coast Farms February 19: Great Charity Challenge February 26: $75,000 Fidelity Grand Prix, CSI 2* March 5: $35,000 Puissance March 12: $200,000 FEI World Cup Grand Prix March 19: Special Match Races March 26: $500,000 FTI Finale Grand Prix, CSI 5* April 2: $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby

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celebrates thirty years of show jumping in the heart of horse country by Joseph Calcagno HITS, Inc., the largest producer of hunter/jumper horse shows in the United States, is proud to present its 30th season of show jumping competition this winter in the Sunshine State from January 19 - March 20, at HITS Post Time Farm in Ocala, FL. Founded in 1982 by Thomas Struzzieri, HITS produced its ﬁrst show circuit in Gainesville, FL, and since that time both have grown by leaps and bounds. In the past 30 years, the HITS Florida Winter Circuit, now known as the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit, has grown from a small two-week event to an eightweek hunter and jumper extravaganza that attracts thousands of equestrians and horse enthusiasts from around the world. Today, HITS, Inc. stands as a leader at the forefront of the equestrian industry and has played a key role in revolutionizing its landscape. President and CEO Thomas Struzzieri has created a unique equine engine that produces world-class horse shows in New York, Florida, Virginia, California and Arizona for continuous weeks throughout the year. HITS has been an innovator by offering the most diverse collection of classes and divisions at its shows, setting trends with prize Page 22

money, and developing some of the most spacious and beautiful show grounds in the sport. Remarkably, all hailing from the ﬁrst circuit produced in Florida that fateful year. “Ocala is beautiful,” said Melissa Morrill, an assistant trainer at Bentbrook Farm in West Chester, PA, owned by her mother, Mary Morrill. “The show grounds are easy to ﬁnd and well set up. I really enjoy the grounds because it’s a big, open space and is never too crowed. With many well manicured rings, the footing is great and it offers warm up and schooling classes. Many rings equal lots of opportunities to ride many different courses. That is great for both the riders and horses, especially the younger and green horses that really progress.” Amanda Steege of Bedminster, NJ, who is considered one of the top hunter riders in the nation, has based her business, Ash-

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In 2010, HITS, Inc. took innovation to a whole new level when it hosted the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix at HITS-on-the-Hudson in Saugerties, NY, and marked a new standard in United States show jumping. HITS, Inc. is proud to once again offer the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix in 2011, and is proud to continue its tradition of raising the bar and offering new and exciting opportunities for its loyal riders after 30 years. HITS will also answer the call in 2011 for a mega-event aimed towards the hunters: the inaugural $500,000 HITS 3’3” Hunter Prix Final. This Hunter Prix Final will be a three round classic style event that will coincide the same weekend as the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix, which will be the ultimate opportunity for riders of any rank to capture one of the The weekly hunter, jumper and equitation richest purses in show-jumping history. The schedule features a broad range of divisions HITS Ocala Winter Circuit will feature 14 for Junior, Amateur-Owner, Child, and Adult Grand Prix qualifiers and five Devoucoux competitors regardless of age, skill and Hunter Prix qualifiers for both events. Prize experience. HITS Ocala is the ideal destimoney in the Grand Prix qualifiers will range nation for the entire barn due to its favorfrom $25,000 to $100,000, while the Devouable schedule and great rates for entries, coux Hunter Prix classes will offer purses at stabling, feed and bedding. $5,000 and $10,000. continued...

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HITS Ocala has made many exciting new improvements as the new decade approaches. The Overlook VIP Club will offer quality amenities to guests during their stay throughout the circuit, including a brandnew frame tent with semi-permanent sides for improved climate control, a new solid surface ﬂoor, and a fully equipped kitchen will offer guests a new menu of options. HITS recognize that one of the most important needs on any exhibitors’ checklist is quality ring footing. This season, new footing in the Grand Prix schooling area will be installed, giving riders and their horses the most safe and enjoyable opportunity for a great warm-up before entering the show ring. Also, HITS has ﬁlled the social calendar with fun and exciting special events throughout the circuit. The annual Kid’s Day and Star Search Party, a karaoke contest, are always a HIT. The HITS Ocala Golf Tournament, High-Performance Rider Dinner, World of the Horse, Parade of Champions, Art Gala, as well as various sponsor parties and contests

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when these vintage ornaments debuted. As an art historian, I have seen this 50-year trend in collecting numerous times. Americans collect in 50-year cycles giving credence to the renewed interest in poker, aluminum Christmas trees, rat pack style and James Bond movies. Holiday collectibles like boxed ornaments introduced in the 1950s made decking the halls easy and now sets of Shiny Brites are best sellers. A vintage box of Shiny Brites will cost collectors about $75 to $100 today. Remember, the full set in an original box of ornaments will increase value as much as 10%. Individual ornaments, like the spaceship shaped globe, are equally popular. They derive from the early days of the Kennedy administration showing Americansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ďŹ&#x201A;air for conquering new frontiers as we decorate evergreen boughs.

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TRAINING TIPS BY JAMES GEIBEL

Riding at the Intermediate Level

This is the second installment to my three-part assessment of the levels of riding. If you do not know or are willing to re-assess where you stand in the overall curriculum of classical riding as taught by the historical greats like Vladimir Littauer and Bertelan De Nemethy to name a few, I suggest bringing out my previous article on the Beginner Level to compare with this one.

Riding from the leg to the hand starts at the intermediate level. At this level, riding is characterized by a conscious effort from the rider to coordinate the use of the legs and hands.

through the length of their leg and maintain a constant feel of the horse’s sides while keeping the heel below the toe. They are also able to use the crop or spurs properly if needed.

Riders can move up to the intermediate level once the have learned to sit correctly, without using the reins or leaning on the neck for balance, and to maintain the proper galloping position at all three gaits.

The use of the voice is now restricted to teaching new movements—basically “whoa” to slow down and clucking to go is the extent to which the voice should be used at this point.

Following the horse’s neck and head movement with the arms and hands is the primary step that takes the rider from the beginner into the intermediate ranks. The arms and hands maintain contact with the mouth. At the walk and canter, they follow the forward-back motion of the horse’s head. At the trot, the head and neck of the horse are stationary so following isn’t necessary, although contact is. The hands are quiet and the ﬁngers closed around each rein. The ﬁngers can add pounds of pressure to the horse’s mouth by squeezing, or release pounds by softening, depending on the circumstances. The rider’s legs will become more active than a beginner riders’; intermediate-level riders will learn to squeeze

The general aims of riders at the intermediate level are to have soft but precise control at the walk, trot, and canter, and throughout up and down transitions and to be able to execute all the recognized schooling movements which are turns on the forehand or haunches, shoulders in and out (not explained here for briefness sake) and leg yields. The riders should be able to keep the horse alert, relaxed, and soft at all gaits and at all three speeds: slow, medium and fast.

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It’s with great sadness that we say “Farewell” to our Training Tips editor, James Geibel. We greatly appreciate all his efforts, expertise, and faithful commitment to Elite Equestrian magazine.

ames Herman Geibel, 61, of Wall township, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on October 27. Jim was born on October 1, 1949, in Mexico, New York in a loving family of six. From a very young age, Jim lived and breathed his life through horses. After high school, he attended SUNY Cobleskill and graduated from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, UT. Jim spent winters in Arizona to train horses until 1975, when he moved to New Jersey, where his sister Jan lived and continued to ride and train horses and riders professionally. In 1980, Jim suffered a spinal cord injury from a diving accident in Pottersville, NJ. After several years of rehabilitation, he was given the opportunity to recreate his life, this time as a quadriplegic. For the past thirty years, Jim inspired and taught scores of riders of all ages and strides. He wrote columns on horse care for the Horse News and Elite Equestrian. He was a jumper course designer and traveled around the state and country for shows. His long life post-accident is attributed to the love and care of many people, in particular his sister and brotherin-law, Jan and Dr. Joe Laszlo, and his mother Margaret Geibel, with whom he lived for 30 years. Jim was a life member of the USET and USEF. He was deeply loved by more people than most have as friends. Surviving him are two sisters, Jan Laszlo and Suzi Dufek; three brothers, Alan Geibel, Bill Geibel, and John Geibel, their spouses; his daughter Jesse Tripp and granddaughter Kayla Tripp; and scores of nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to The James Geibel Memorial Fund, c/o EH Thomson Co., Inc. PO Box 260 Sea Girt, NJ 08750. These dedicated funds will go toward the purchase of a water truck for the East Freehold Park Horse Show Grounds to alleviate one of Jim’s pet peeves: dusty horse shows. A memorial service was held on Thursday, November 11 at 12 p.m. in the covered arena at Footlight Farm, 64 Lake Drive, Roosevelt, NJ 08555. Arrangements were under the direction of Orender Family Home for Funerals, Manasquan, NJ to send condolences to the family, please visit www.orederfamilyhome.com.

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Intermediate riders should be able to keep the horse’s head and neck basically straight. At this level, a straight horse or one that is slightly flexed is the goal; at this time it is not necessary to ride the horse “in the bridle” or “in-hand”. The horse will automatically go there in time, but it should not yet be encouraged. That work is to be saved for the next level of riding. The walk should be allowed to be free, open and relaxed. Riders should practice three speeds at the walk and be able to follow each with their arms. The trot should also be executed at three distinct speeds: slow, ordinary or medium, and lengthened or extended. The same goes for the gallop, or canter. Soft canter departures on the proper leads from the walk and trot, simple changes of lead and flying changes should also be practiced and developed. The counter-canter can be taught at this level as well. The counter-canter should first be done on large circles and curved lines, which help develop the rider’s concept of the inside and outside leg-to-hand action.

the turns from the halt ﬁrst, with the hindquarters marching in place as the forehand moves in a half-circle around the hind legs. A slight counter-bend of the neck and head will help more the shoulders around the haunches. When this movement is done accurately, it can be done from the walk with the hindquarters forming a half-circle while the forehand moves in a larger arc around the haunches. Using a fences or wall to help give the rider and horse a sense of position is of great value at this stage. Leg-yielding at the walk, trot and canter is another schooling movement to be perfected by intermediate riders. During this exercise, the horse’s body moves away from the wall of the ring, remains parallel to it for several steps and then returns to straight forward motion. Backing correctly comes at this level too. A horse should be straight from head to tail and its steps should march back, not drag. A single rail on the ground to back over helps to develop this stepping action. None of these movements should be attempted unless the horse is calm and

All transitions should be done from a relaxed, straight position, from the calf or lower leg of the rider to the following hand, which keeps the horse straight or slightly bent in the direction it is moving. The halt is also a transition. It should be soft, accurate, and remain true, so the horse is not moving around or being antsy. True immobility is what will be developed, but as it is important, it also takes much patience. Half-turns on the forehand, done ﬁrst at the walk, is a great exercise at this level. It gets a horse to move away from the rider’s leg and not against the opposite supporting rein and hand. Half-turns on the haunches are also introduced at this level. Do Page 32

Here, the horse is quietly cantering around the ring, with the rider beginning to hold the horse in a proper shape around the curve. Note the rider’s eyes are looking where she intends to go.

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relaxed. If any movements make the horse agitated or nervous, the rider should back off and go back to a familiar exercise until the horse is calm and relaxed, then proceed again jumping at the intermediate level is an extension of the beginner program where riders were doing rails on the ground and cross rails. Capable intermediate riders should be able to jump three to three-anda-half feet consistently, in an arena setting or outside. At both the beginner and intermediate level, gymnastics and cavalletti are the foundation for proper jumping form in horse and rider, as well as the building blocks of safe jumping. Jumps should not exceed three and a half feet and courses need not be overly technical.

execute the exercises and the horse will gain more understanding of becoming an educated teammate. The intermediate level is a midpoint on the learning scale. People who ride well at this level can instruct others in riding and train most horses up through this level, but no higher. The riders at this level should also read, study and try to intellectually understand higher-level training and riding. They should assess themselves and their horses honestly and be ready to take on the challenges that will occur as they improve and see them as milestones on the way to the advanced level.

Riding and using intermediate-level skills is not necessary for all riding. Some people will be just ﬁne with their pleasure riding at the beginner level. But if you have a horse that you want to improve, follow these intermediate riding principles and methodically

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The horse’s spine is made up of thirty-one (31) vertebrae which articulate (connect) via the bony facets. The vertebrae, when joined together, form a hole or a foramen. What exits through this foramen is the most important thing that the body needs to survive, nerves. Nerves provide information to every cell in the body so that the body can live, survive, function and be viable. This article is design to explain what happens to the body when the vertebrae have chronic misalignments and what effect it has on the body...whether equine or human. Chiropractors use the term “subluxation” to describe a vertebrae that is “out of place” and putting pressure on the nerve that exits that vertebral level. I educate my patients and students on another common term, “The Vertebral Subluxation Complex” (VSC). This is a 5-phase process which explains what happens to the body that has chronic subluxations. Spinal Kinesiopathology is the first step of the VSC. As described above, this is when vertebrae are no longer in the proper motion and they get “stuck” in position. It is easier to feel bones that do not move, when you feel ones that do. I teach my students to go to the horse’s saddle area. This is a very popular place for misalignments, along with the base of the neck and lower back/pelvic area. Try to take your forefinger and thumb and move the vertebrae back and forth. You are trying to feel a subtle movement. Don’t forget, there are very strong muscles and ligaments which attach to the bones, so you won’t feel inches, you’re looking for millimeters of movement. You can also try this in the pelvic region by pushing on the bone to see if it feels “squishy” or if it is “locked”. The neck is easy to feel because the bones are so big and easy to access. This is the first step in trying to locate spinal misalignments. Another way it to visualize the horse to determine if is range of motion is restricted. This will give you an idea on what segments are not doing their job by being in correct motion. Spinal Neuropathophysiology is the second step of the VSC. This is when the vertebrae are no longer in proper motion (see step one) and the nerves begin to get affected. The nerves are being rubbed, irritated, pinched or can be choked. This in turn Page 36

This in turn can adversely affect the function of the tissues, organs and the systems that the nerve travels to. There are many symptoms that can arise from this such as pain, decreased performance, diminished range of motion, digestive disorders and much, much, much more. Myopathology is the third step of the VSC. Muscles that support dysfunctional vertebrae can be stretched, torn, atrophy, get tight and go into a spasm. A spasm is the process when a muscle is contracting nonstop. The muscles are working too hard to support the instability that was caused by the bones not being in proper motion. Over time, the muscles can for scar tissue hence diminishing their elasticity. Histopathology is the fourth step of the VSC. This includes inﬂammation of the joints due to over use or acute injury. It also describes the process of healing. Sprains and strains of the disc, ligaments, muscles and other soft tissues require proper blood ﬂow to heal. These areas need to have supportive chiropractic care in order for them to heal properly and quickly. As one can see, it is imperative our horses and ourselves undergo regular chiropractic adjustments to keep proper motion in the spinal bones. Monthly to bi-monthly visits

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New Ex-Racehorse Book by NJ Author

Beyond The Finish Line: Stories of Ex-Racehorses by Tewksbury, NJ author, Loren Spiotta-DiMare was recently released. A photo-illustrated, coffee table book, Beyond highlights 22 equestrians who have adopted both off-the-track Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds and retrained them for other disciplines and activities. “I’ve spent the last two years accompanying my equine photographer, Martin Kavanagh of Aberdeen, NJ on photo shoots,” Spiotta-DiMare says. “It was great fun and we were both impressed by the diverse talents of the riders and their horses. They were involved in everything from eventing, trail riding, saddle seat, and Western Pleasure to Polo and Civil War Reenactment. The breathtaking photographs in Beyond the Finish Line bring to life the various talents

of the horses and the close bond that forms between horse and rider. Kavanagh’s venture into equine photography began many years ago when a friend asked him to photograph her horse. The success of the photo shoot led to similar requests from friends and a new direction in his photographic career was born. Soon after he was in demand for numerous private equine photo shoots and as well as hunter paces throughout New Jersey.

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A lifelong animal lover, Spiotta-DiMare has been writing about her favorite subject for over 30 years. She’s had three pet-reference books published, Macaws, Siamese The eye-catching appeal of Beyond can be Cats and The Sporting Spaniel Handbook, attributed to Erika Desimone of Bernardsville, as well as seven picture books for children NJ. Desimone began her career in graphic including: Madeline’s Miracle, Rockwell: design working with several well-known A Boy And His Dog, Chelsea & The New children’s book publishers including Harper Puppy, Daniel, Dog Camp Champ! Norman Collins, Price Stern Sloan, Penguin/Putnam To The Rescue and Caesar: On Deaf Ears. and others. A graduate of Montclair State University, she now works as a freelance de- Recognized by the Dog Writers Association signer, copywriter and marketing consultant. of America, Humane Society of the United The author became interested in the plight States, Doris Day Animal Foundation and of ex-racers when several of her friends New Jersey Press Women, the author’s work adopted horses off the track.“Unfortunately has been published both nationally and these magnificent animals are often still internationally. She draws inspiration from young when their race careers end due to her five dogs, several pet birds and equine lack of speed, injuries or retirement,” she companion, Elwood. says. “Many wind up at Auctions which To order an autographed copy of Beyond The Finish Line, send can be the last stop before a slaughter $29.95 (includes sh) to Loren Spiotta-DiMare, P.O. Box 301, Calihouse—a cruel and unfitting end for any fon, NJ 07830 Equine Rescue groups may purchase the book horse but especially for those who have at discount to assist with their fund-raising efforts. To contact the worked so hard for our sporting pleasure. I author email: author@LorensReadingRoom.com wrote the book to showcase the many vi-

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Founding Father Bringing George Washington To Life

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Hugh Francis has been portraying George Washington for 15 years. Like all Revolutionary War re-enactors, he has more than a passing interest in, and knowledge of, our American history- he holds a true reverence for it. For Hugh, keeping history alive is not just a fun hobby, it’s a responsibility to educate the public and to keep our heritage relevant. Those who do not know history- understand what was done as well as why- are doomed to repeat it. Creating a vivid image of that history not only assists in making it relevant, it serves to impart a realism of our past, hopefully providing an understanding and awareness as to how it has effected our present, and that has repercussions on our future. An integral part of that image is George Washington’s horse. The most common and enduring image all Americans have of George Washington is of him perched on a white horse. Horses used for re-enactments must be

de-sensitized to a multitude of stimulants, much like police horses. Not only must they be able to take gun and cannon fire in stride, they must also be indifferent to many ordinary distractions: traffic, baby strollers, umbrellas, oblivious people cutting into the kicking zone, etc. These are all things that they encounter when doing a public re-enactment or parade. Like all re-enactors, Hugh must provide and maintain all of his own authentic equipment: his horses, period tack, uniforms and accessories. It’s important to note that often used a bay horse for battle, reserving a white mount for parades and formal appearances. There are others who portray our most significant founding father, but Hugh tries to equate the simple things he did in terms of todays value’s. He works on the fact that he was a man like any other man, yet a man of great focus; he was a man who had a purpose. Washington was not flamboyant, as some other leaders were, but incredibly focused and determined. Hugh points out that his people skills likely helped get him where he was. And let’s not forget- he was a great fox hunter! Page 44 Elite Equestrian

Hugh Francis is a professional horseman, lecturer, and entertainer specializing in 18th Century Historic Interpretations. Mounted on one of his famous horses, portraying His Excellency General George Washington, he has led parades and entertained crowds from New England to Virginia. He has been a frequent presenter for the National Park Service at Federal Hall, Governors Island, Central Park, and Mt Vernon. He has enjoyed bringing history to life at the New York Historical Society, Fraunces Tavern, and Manhattan Sites. Young people will remember seeing his many school programs as well as presentations for TV’s Rumpus Room. Mr. Francis and his horses have appeared in several major documentary films including the Battle of Monmouth, Fort Montgomery, the American Revolution and Mel Gibson’s classic “the Patriot”. As a proud member of the Stuben House Dancers, he has often been seen honoring a local lady to start the festivities at a ball given in his honor. An avid Foxhunter, he continues to ride to the hounds on a regular basis. A proud member of the Company of Military Historians at West Point, he is constantly researching the events of the American Revolution with special emphasis on the Washington/ Rochambeau route. A direct descendant of Colonel Shreve of Burlington County, N.J., it is only natural that he follow in the footsteps of his ancestors and reenact SHREVE’S HORSE, a mounted militia unit operating in southern New Jersey during the American Revolution. That unit, while not as well know as many, typified the spirit and tenacity of our forefathers and their resolve to fight for their rights and defend our country. In April of 1783 it was Captain Richard Shreve’s Horse that fought the Battle of Cedar Creek- the final battle of the American /Revolution.

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derstand the gift of freedom,” said Wendt, a lifelong aviator whose perspective on freedom goes beyond the conceptual. “It’s like technology. My generation has always struggled with getting used to the computer age, cell phones that are more like Star Trek communicators and Web sites that show us satellite pictures of our homes. But to kids, these things have always been here. They’re like the couch or the chair -- they’re pieces of furniture that are normal to use. Freedom works the same way. When you’re born into a free country, it’s difﬁcult to ﬁnd the struggle fought by our Founding Fathers

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as relevant, so it’s imperative that we ﬁnd new ways to introduce our kids to the concept of freedom.” Wendt believes that some of the problem lies with how political movements are using comparisons to the Founding Fathers to further their agenda. “Our kids need to learn about our history free from partisan messages,” he said. “Whether or not you agree with movements like the Tea Party, which takes its name from the night our forefathers threw tea into the river as a tax protest against King George, I think we can all agree we’d prefer our kids to learn about our history without the underpinnings of the political motivations of today.” When taken as a document, for instance, Wendt believes that there are some concepts in the Declaration of Independence that can help our kids understand better the difference between the United States and other countries. “Something most people don’t realize is when our Founding Fathers wrote in the Declaration of Independence that ‘all

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EQUINE HEALTH HIGHLIGHT INJURY TO THE EQUINE EYE ��

The horse’s main defense mechanism is its keen ability to see its predators. However, due to the location of their eyes, it is not only a positive attribute for defense but is a negative for a common source of injury. When eye injuries occur, it is always an emergency. INJURY TYPES Eye injuries are painful. Initially, the eye waters, the eyelids become swollen and they are reluctant to have it touched. The horse may squint, rub its head and eye on its leg or nearby structure, or exhibit excessive blinking. Blood may be present, particularly if the injury is on the eyelid area. There can also be pus present as well as a discoloration of the cornea such as a cloudy, bluish or white/yellow tint. Common traumatic injuries include eyelid lacerations, corneal lacerations, and foreign objects. Eyelid lacerations are generally obvious due to hanging tissue and blood Figure 1 on the face and eyelid. Prompt attention to the eyelid is needed in order to restore the eyelid function for eye protection as well as for tear film distribution. Figure 1 shows the healed result of prompt veterinary intervention. In this case, the lower lid was severely lacerated. Note only a slight lower lid tissue interruption ends a full recovery and no compromise to this eye’s protection or func- Figure 2 tion. under the lid.Sometimes flushing with sterile Corneal lacerations include scrapes and saline eye solution is helpful. However, do cuts on the cornea. This type of injury is not assume that since the watering of the difficult to assess without possible sedaeye has subsided, the injury is resolved. The tion, proper ophthalmic instruments, and veterinarian shouldbe consultedas soon as fluorescein dye strips (Figure 2). The dye from possible to assure that a corneal scratch the strip will adhere to any cut or scrape has not resulted. If the foreign object has and give the exact location and severity of pierced or embedded itself, never attempt the corneal wound. Once the cornea has to remove it on your own. been compromised, bacterial and/or fungal infiltration begin and can severely damA corneal ulcer is a condition where the age the cornea by forming a corneal ulcer. most superficial layers of the cornea are Treatment should begin immediately after abraded away. Ulcers need immediate vetthe injury. erinary attention, as they will rapidlyworsen. Because the cornea have few to no blood Foreign objects such as plant material, polvessels running through it normally, the eye, len, sand or even wood can be lodged when injured, becomes susceptible to infecPage 48

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tion from both bacteria as well as fungus. Signs of an already infected corneal ulcer include a creamy color or a melting surface appearance to the cornea (Figure 3). Infected corneal ulcers may even develop a corneal abscess, which appears as a pus pocket within the eye. Figure 4 is the actual result of 9 weeks of multiple eye treatments every 4 hours.The horse was able to keep most of his vision and recovered completely. TREATMENT After your veterinarian has rendered a diagnosis, medication and procedures will be prescribed. For simple wounds, ophthalmic drops or ointment will most likely be used. NOTE: Never use any ointments or drops that are not speciďŹ cally for the eye as they may cause additional harm due to improper composition and never use outdated drugs. Most antibiotics will be applied every 4, 6 or 8 hours and atropine, if needed, applied daily.

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How to Medicate the Eye • Make sure your hands are clean and fingernails short. • Place your first (or pointer) finger on the crease in the upper eyelid. • Gently push upwards toward the bony eye orbit ending with your finger resting softly against the bony rim. • The thumb should be holding down the lower eyelid allowing the conjunctiva (the pink inner surface) to be exposed. • With the other hand, gently lay a line or drops onto the lower lid conjunctival surface. • Do not allow the dropper or ointment tip to touch the eye surface, as contamination of the tube/bottle will result. • Finally, the medication must be in on the eye or in the conjunctiva surface to be effective. If medicating is difficult, two people may be required ….. one to restrain and the other to medicate. There is also another option, which is a lavage system that is surgically placed through the lid and secured on the

external side of the lid, run over the poll area and braided into the neck mane. The medication is then injected into the port at the end of the tube located in the neck/wither area. This allows the medication to drip into the eye when injected rather than trying to open the eyelids on a reluctant patient. Take home points: Follow the veterinarian’s instructions to the letter. This includes: • How many times a day to apply the meds (every 4 hours etc.) • The order in which to apply them • The wait time between the drug applications (if there are more than 1 different ointments/drops etc) • How many days or weeks for continuance • Stall darkness and/or eye protection Remember, success is when the vision is saved and this only happens when everyone pays attention to detail. ��

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