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
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Volume 11 Issue 1
Feature Stories:
SPECIAL FEATURE

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?
HERBS FOR HEALTH

Contemporary Chinese Herbalism
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.
FEATURE ARTICLE

A Reawakening
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’.
ACUPOINTERS

How Can Acupressure Help During Hoof Rehabilitations?
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.








