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On the cover: Stormy May, producer of Path of the Horse, enjoying her newfound relationship with Patrik

Photo by Felicia Story-Chapin, Little Dragonfly Photography, www.littledragonflyphoto.com

Also Inside This Issue

TO THE RESCUE
Seven Steps to Help the Abused Horse
by Frank Bell

YOUNG NATURALS
Getting Off Quickly: The Emergency Dismount
by Nancy Faulconer

HANDS ON
Over at the Knee Part 2: Myofascial Massage/ Release Techniques
by Jim Pascucci

FEED FACTS AND FANCIES
Seeds: Not Just for the Birds
by Lisa Ross-Williams

SPOTLIGHT ON THE EQUINE TOUCH
Equine Touch and the Tiger Snake
by Mary Hitchcock

EQUISSENTIALS
Playing with the Bit: Happy? Or Exereating?
by Robert Cook, FRCVS, PhD

AT HOME WITH HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathy is Effective No Matter What Form You Use
with Marijke van de Water, B.Sc., DHMS

FLOWER POWER
Establish Trust and Co-operation when Training … with Flower Essences!
by Meg Harrison

WILD HORSES
ISPMB News: Emergency Wild Horse Summit A Success
from The International Society for the Protection of Mustangs and Burros

IN TRAINING
Should I Take My Dressage Horse Out On Trail Rides? 
by Ed Dabney

SILENTLY SPEAKING
What’s in a Name?
by Kristina Triplat Wium

STABLE ENVIRONMENT
An Organic Green Revolution
from The Rodale Institute

BARN BUDDIES
Winter Safety Tips for Feral and Stray Cats
from Alley Cat Allies

DO IT YOURSELF!
Braid A Cordero!

IN ESSENCE
Patchouli Essential Oil
by Nayana Morag

HOOFCARE HIGHLIGHTS
Skinnin’ Bars
by Harold Roy Miller

MASSAGE
Side Dominance of the Musculo-Skeletal System & Hoof Form [Part 1]
by Ute Miethe

PONY EXPRESS
The American Competitive Trail Horse Association
an interview with Carrie Scrima

FOR THE RIDER
Leg Length: How It Influences Your Riding Position
by Kristen Vlietstra

OF INTEREST
The Healing Power of Horses
by Jessika Trusova

EQUIZ

FROM THE EDITORS

Of Interest

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Volume 11 Issue 1

Feature Stories:

SPECIAL FEATURE

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The Holistic Pre-Purchase Exam

by Joyce Harman, DVM, MRCVS

A pre-purchase exam can be the most important thing you do before buying a horse. But what questions should you ask, and what tests should you run? What is really important for your situation?

 

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HERBS FOR HEALTH

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Contemporary Chinese Herbalism

by Joseph Thomas, PhD

Chinese medicine is founded on the understanding that working with nature is far superior to trying to fix it. The physician of Chinese medicine works to assist the being’s physiology to return back to its natural capability of self-regulation so as to recover health and self maintenance.

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FEATURE ARTICLE

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A Reawakening

an interview with Stormy May

More and more people are looking for a harmonious relationship with their horses that acknowledges and honors their natural instincts. Stormy May, producer of the magnificent documentary Path of the Horse, shares with us her thoughts and some of what she learned from her time with ‘the masters’.

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ACUPOINTERS

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How Can Acupressure Help During Hoof Rehabilitations?

by Amy Snow and Nancy Zidonis

When a horse needs to rehabilitate from founder, navicular or other hoof conditions, it is important to take a multi-modal approach to restoring hoof health. Acupressure is an excellent resource during the rehabilitation process and it should be continued afterward to prevent any further break-down.

 

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