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The official Pleasure Horse Publication of the Walking Horse Owners’ Association.
Volume 1, Issue 1, July 2014
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INSIDE:Merry Wilson A Mare Without Equal
Franklin Service Horse Clinic
Lending A Helping Hoof
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ome July 2, 2014
Dear WHOA Friends,
On behalf of the Walking Horse Owners’ Association, I am pleased to welcome you to the first edition of Walking On, WHOA’s new online magazine. We are truly excited to have developed a new way to communicate with our members!
In future editions, we look forward to sharing with WHOA members important Association information, informative articles ranging from industry news to breed history to club and regional news.
Since its inception in 1976, WHOA has been at the forefront of the industry, initiating forward progress for the Tennessee Walking Horse and the industry. We feel that Walking On will provide a timely publi-cation filled with news and go-to references that will serve the varied interest of our members!
The purpose of this online magazine is to better communicate with our members in a timely and cost effective fashion. We welcome our members to submit any club or regional news, event informa-tion, or general interest articles. For information on submitting information, or to reserve advertising space, or other information, please contact/email [email protected].
Thank you for your participation in WHOA, and we look forward to sharing our information and yours in the future issues of Walking On!
All The Best,
Dee Dee MillerPresident
Dee Dee Miller
In This IssueFeatures
Events
Columns
Ads
2014 WHOA Board of DirectorsDr. Jana Anderson, Secretary, [email protected] Anderson, [email protected] Bennett, Pro-Tem, [email protected] Brown, [email protected] Child, Treasurer, [email protected] Gilliam, [email protected] Gladney, [email protected] Gray, [email protected] Hancock, [email protected] Harris, [email protected] Hoffman, [email protected] Kline, [email protected] Langley, [email protected] Martocci, [email protected] Dee Miller-Sale, President, [email protected] Moore, [email protected] Moore, [email protected] E. Neal, Vice President, [email protected] Owen, [email protected] Parks, [email protected] Pruett, [email protected] Taylor, [email protected] Thorson, [email protected] Williams, [email protected] Willis, [email protected] Womack, [email protected]
The opinions and statements expressed in articles, columns, and adver-tisements are not necessarily the viewpoint or position of the magazine or the Walking Horse Owners’ Association (WHOA). Walking On is not responsible for viewpoints and statements expressed in articles, columns, and paid advertisements. Reproduction of advertising or editorial content without the express consent of WHOA is strictly prohibited. WHOA re-serves the right to edit submissions for content, style and space. WHOA also reserves the right to refuse any advertising for any reason.
walking horse owners’ association
The Walking Horse Owners Association (WHOA), head-quartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, was founded in 1976 to represent the interests in all matters pertaining to the sound Tennessee Walking Horse. WHOA’s goals are to advocate for fair and equal treatment of all members and to promote and protect the welfare of the breed. WHOA develops and supports programs that increase the value of Tennessee Walking Horses and enhances members experiences with their horses.
P.O. Box 4007, Murfreesboro TN 37129(615)494-8822 • [email protected]
www.walkinghorseowners.com
Volume 1, Issue I, July 2014 [email protected]
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Merry Wilson: A Mare Without Equal . 6Lending A Helping Hoof . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Franklin Service Horse Clinic . . . . . . . 11
Publication Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sarah GeeArt Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Desiree Campbell
WHOA Dispatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Member Bulletin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10For The Health Of It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Back To Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
I’m Soulja Boy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7WHOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8A Bama Belle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9The Shelter Pet Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Lexol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Walking On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
WHOA StaffTommy Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive DirectorTeresa Owen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SecretaryJoyce Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bookkeeper
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WHOA Dispatch
International Continues to Champion the Pleasure Tennessee Walking Horse
Audit Openings Available For Lane Clinic
Murfreesboro TN - The 2014 International Plea-sure and Colt Grand Championship, scheduled for July 27 - August 2, 2014, promises to be the year’s greatest showcase for the flat-shod Tennessee Walking Horse. As is tradition, the show will be held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum on the campus of Middle Tennessee
State University in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The show will feature a full compliment of classes with everything from the traditional rail and colt classes to versatility classes and classes that are simply fun for participants of all ages.
In addition to exciting competi-tion, this year’s event will feature a
clinic by renowned gaited horse clinician Gary Lane. The clinic will start at 8 a.m. on Sunday, July 27 and will cover topics including the biomechanics of the gaited horse, gait scale and recognition, bitting for the trail or rail, and personal individual gait modification and training. While the spots for horse and rider clinic participants have been
filled, there are still openings for those who want to come and watch. The cost to audit the entire clinic is $40 and applications can be printed from www.walkinghorseowners.com.
Instrumental in the development and promotion of our breed’s Pleasure Horse Division from its very incep-tion, the Walking Horse Owners’ Association (WHOA) is proud to build on tradition by continuing to grow what has commonly become known as the leading champi-onship show for flat-shod Tennessee Walking Horses. In celebration of this ongoing endeavor, WHOA invites all trainers, exhibitors, and spectators to attend this year’s International Pleasure and Colt Grand Championship where the best of the best will be crowned and where everyone involved will know that they are helping to sup-port and promote the world’s greatest and most versatile pleasure breed - the Tennessee Walking Horse.
Be sure to visit www.walkinghorseowners.com to download the class schedule for this year’s International Pleasure and Colt Grand Championship. For more infor-mation email [email protected] or call 615-494-8822.
Murfreesboro TN - The clinic by noted gaited horse trainer and clinician Gary Lane, scheduled for July 27, 2014 during the Pleasure & Colt International Grand Championships, is sure to be both informative and entertaining. While the spots for horse and rider participants have already been filled, there are still openings for those who want to come and watch. For only $40 an individual can audit the clinic for the entire day. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from one of the foremost gaited clinicians in the horse industry.
The clinic will cover a number of topics includ-ing the biomechanics of the gaited horse, gait scale and recognition, bitting for the Trail or Rail and personal individual gait modification and training.
For more information and applications contact WHOA at 615-494-8822 or print the application from www.walkinghorseowners.com.
About Gary Lane
Gary Lane, born in Columbia, Kentucky, attended the University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky Univer-
sity where he majored in law enforcement. Gary graduated from the Kentucky State Police Academy in 1984
and retired as a senior KY State Police Detective in 2008. Gary’s history includes service in the United States
Active Army Military Police Corps from 1975 to 1982. His personal history with horses and his professional
work with training Cavalry Officers have given him unique skills as a clinician. He has worked with many
gaited horses over the years, and is dedicated to enhancing the knowledge of novice and professional gaited
horse riders, developing a free going horse, and obtaining a smooth easy gait. His ability to break the training
down into simple steps is an asset to his teaching style. This creates a positive learning experience for the horse
and rider. Since the release of his best-selling gaited horse book, “Training the Gaited Horse, From the Trail to
the Rail”, and his 3 training DVDs, he has helped thousands of people find the magic in their gaited horse.
July 27 - August 2•••
Miller ColiseumMurfreesboro TN
WHOA Introduces “Happy Trails” Program
International Judges Announced
Murfreesboro TN - The Walking Horse Owners’ Association (WHOA) “Happy Trails” Program is the perfect program for anyone that enjoys trail riding. As a “Happy Trails” participant you are one of our most effective representatives, promoting WHOA on the trail. Whether you enjoy participating in large orga-nized trail rides, riding out with a small group of friends, or just touring your own neighborhood, we want to reward and recognize you for the hours you spend enjoying your horse and representing WHOA on the trail.
Guidelines• The program is open to all Tennessee Walking Horses, registered or unregistered.
• The program is also open to any other gaited breeds.
• The program has three age divisions - Youth 17 & Under, Adult, and Elite 60 & Over.
• The rider must be a WHOA member.
• There is no limit to the amount of time taken to achieve award hours.
• Awards are based on hours logged.
• Hours logged must be hours spent in forward motion while riding the horse.
• A rider can enroll as many horses as they wish in the program however a separate enrollment form and log sheets must be submitted for each horse the individual rides.
For more information and to download and print your “Happy Trails” enrollment form visit www.walkinghorseowners.com or call WHOA at 615-494-8822.
Murfreesboro TN - The Walking Horse Owners’ Associ-ation (WHOA) is pleased to announce that the judges have been selected for the 2014 International Pleasure and Colt Grand Championships. This year’s show will be judged by the qualified panel of Linda Arnold of Gig Harbor, Washington, Jason Bachert of Wildwood, Missouri, and Blair Knight of Princeton, Kentucky. Each of these knowledgeable individu-als are experienced veterans of center ring that will do their utmost to ensure that the International remains the premier championship event for pleasure Tennessee Walking Horses.
The 2014 International Pleausre and Colt Grand Champi-onships will take place July 27-August 2 at Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Calling all State and Local Clubs!• Did you put on a clinic, horse show,
trail ride or other event?
• Did one of your members do something remarkable?
• We want to help you share your big news with other walking horse enthusiasts!
Please email any news to Sarah at [email protected].
AwardsNew “Happy Trails” participants receive a welcome gift followed by special
certificates, patches, and awards as hours are accrued to each award level. Participants will also be recognized in Walking On.
Award Levels• 50 Hours• 100 Hours• 250 Hours
• 500 Hours• 750 Hours• 1,000 Hours
• 1,500 Hours• 2,000 Hours
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Merry Wilson was the last great show horse produced by the wildly successful, experimental breeding program of the
legendary Albert Dement of Wartrace, Tennessee. Foaled in May of 1939, she was by Wilson’s Allen and out of Lady Chance who was by Last Chance and out of Nell Don. At only a few weeks old, she caught the attention of Charles and Polly Hawkins who were quick to by a half interest in her. When she was six months old, the filly was weaned, moved to the Hawkins farm in Woodbury, Tennessee, and given the name Merry Wilson.
According to Mr. Hawkins, Merry Wilson was the loosest foal he had ever seen. He was quoted as saying that she was so loose and had such a big stride that when she would walk around the pasture she would just about fall apart. Encouraged by the young mare’s natural ability, the Hawkins kept her at their place and broke her to ride as a two year old. She made her show ring debut as a three year old with Charles Hawkins at the Murfrees-boro, Tennessee show where she earned a fourth place tie. She was then sent to Haynes Haven Farm to work under the tutelage of Billy Grubbs. Unfortunately, the mare contracted pneumonia and had to be returned home.
Once she recovered she was sent to renowned trainer Floyd Carothers at Wartrace. In their debut at the Franklin, Tennessee horse show, Carothers and
Merry Wilson were an unimpressive third. Their next outing, however, had quite a different outcome. In a class full of outstanding three-year-old mares at the Shelbyville, Tennessee PTA show, she walked to victory and impressed every-one in the crowd. Shortly after their suc-cessful performance, Floyd Cartohers left to train for Rambo Stables of Fayetteville, Tennessee, and Merry Wilson returned home to Woodbury.
Mr. Hawkins’ second attempt at show-ing Merry Wilson met with little success as the mare refused to canter. So, after a brief reunion with Billy Grubbs, she found herself, along with her billy goat stablemate, at Steve Hill’s barn in Beech-grove, Tennessee. According to Tennes-see Walking Horse industry lore, after arriving at Hill’s, Merry Wilson solidified her reputation as a very cantankerous and particular mare.
After working her for a few weeks, Hill made his first show with Merry Wilson at Fayetteville. She placed second to City Girl but was clearly the winner as far as the spectators were concerned. Following this show, the mare became the breed’s newest star. She made such an impact that the morning after the Fayetteville show Floyd Carothers bought Merry Wilson for Frank Rambo for $3,500. She was sold a short time later to Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Werner of Jonesboro, Arkansas, and placed in training with J. B. Smith at Pointer Stables in Como, Mississippi. Smith showed Merry Wilson to numerous
blues during the 1944 season. In her first and best shot at the World
Grand Championship at the 1944 Cele-bration, Merry Wilson imploded. After an exemplary performance in the mare preliminary that made her the odds-on favorite to win the stake, she walked into the grand championship class and acted up to the point that she had to be taken from the ring.
She went on the win the mare class at the Celebration a whopping five consec-utive times, a feat still unequaled, but she was never able to lay claim to the ultimate title. In 1945 she was up against horse of the century Midnight Sun, in 1946, after returning to Steve Hill’s barn, an oversight left her off the entry sheet for the big stake, and in 1947 and 1948, after being sold to Bob Cunningham for $25,000, she vied for the title against the great Merry Go Boy.
Despite her inability to win the World Grand Championship, Merry Wilson was indeed one of our breed’s great show horses, winning close to 100 blue ribbons. She is remembered by those who saw her as having the best flat walk of all time. According to Tennessee Walking Horse historian Dr. Bob Womack, who listed her as one of our breed’s greatest rep-resentatives, “She was undoubtedly the greatest mare I ever saw.”
–Sarah Gee
A Mare Without Equal
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Member Bulletin
Mississippi EXCA SuccessTracy Pinson reports that her boys contin-ue to excel on the Extreme Cowboy Race circuit. At the Mississippi State Champion-ship Extreme Cowboy Race, held June 28, 2014 at the Pontotoc County Agri-Center in Pontotoc, Mississippi, bothTuff Night At The Ritz and Texan At The Ritz found success. Tuff Night At The Ritz (a.k.a. Uno) was
reserve in the Green Horse division bringing home a beautiful trophy halter while Texan At The Ritz (a.k.a. Buford) won the Non Pro Division claiming another gorgeous belt buckle. Both horses are products of Tracy’s and Wayne Conkle’s Darby Oaks breeding program.
Send Us Your News!Walking On wants to hear from you,
our valuable WHOA Members.
Let us know what you and your horse are up to!Email your news to Sarah at [email protected].
Franklin TN - From June 16 - 20 the Franklin, Tennessee, Police Mounted Patrol hosted a
service horse clinic for those that use their horses in the service of their communities as mounted patrol members or search and rescue unit members. The clinic, which was held at the Williamson County Ag Expo Center, attracted 40 participants from eight different agencies and few folks who just wanted to see if they have what it takes. In-structors assisted riders in building stronger rela-tionships with their horses and at the end of the clinic there were three competitions that gave riders a chance to apply what they learned.
In the first competition, the patrol equitation class, horses and riders were judged on their part-nership, control, responsiveness, and ability. The second event was a tandem obstacle course where two horse and rider teams had to work together to perform various tasks while being timed. The final and most challenging competition was the single obstacle course which featured smoke, wind dancers, and other spook-worthy obstacles.
The results of the competitions were:
PATROL EQUITATION1st Wendy Devine (County Mounties) Murphy NC riding her Paint (Pete)2nd Martha Scissom (County Mounties)3rd Anne Weekes Wilson Co. MSAR4th Jason Parizek Hendersonville Volunteer5th Dotti Carter Couny Mounties
TANDEM OBSTACLE1st Ron Chlasta and Jason Parizek from Hendersonville TN. both riding Tennessee Walking horses Time 2:322nd Nanci Tarrant and Dotti Carter from the County Mounties 3:00
3rd Mike and Cindy Ward from Hamilton Co. Sheriff Department 3:374th Linda Harrison and Wendy Devine County Mounties 3:525th Carl Mikalan and Monica Beavers County Mounties 3:546th Jim Sullivan and Penny Adcock Metro Nashville Parks 4:087th Jane Piolo, Franklin Tn. and Martha Scissom, County Mounties 5:098th Anne Weeks and Jenny Clymer Wilson Co. MSAR 5:109th Ruby Scheer and Melissa Avery County Mounties 5:2410th Kim Minda and Bob Nevens 5:40
SINGLE OBSTACLEWinner of this year’s 1st prize a pair of hand made cavalry saddlebags was Ron Chlasta from Hendersonville TN and his TWH Trooper. Time 1:032nd Linda Harrison County Mounties 1:14:743rd Jim Sullivan Metro Nashville Parks 1:14:884th Martin Owens Metro Nashville Parks 1:17:275th Penny Adcock Metro Nashville Parks 1:17:376th Cole Duren Hendersonville 1:227th Wendy Devine County Mounties 1:248th Carl Mikulan County Mounties 1:29:159th Dotti Carter County Mounties 1:29:5610th Monica Beavers County Mounties 1:30
FranklinService Horse Clinic
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For the Health of It
Pastern Dermatitis - A Pathologist’s Perspective
Inflammatory conditions of the pastern will be appearing with increasing frequency during the summer season. But as a diagnosis, “pastern derma-titis” leaves much to be desired. When this alone is noted on a biopsy report, it leaves the clinician and client with little useful knowledge.
Other names for this condition, with slightly varying clinical appearances, include scratches, mud fever, grease heel, dew poisoning, grapes, can-ker, and verrucous pododermatitis. But again, these colorful descriptors do not indicate the root of the problem. For that, pathologists rely on a series of modifiers describing the more subtle histologic (mi-croscopic) variations on the theme of “dermatitis,” and, just as importantly, a detailed history.
The skin overlying the pastern is not inherently different from anywhere else on the body, (with the exception of having longer hair, if not clipped). As such, the way it reacts to insult is rather ordinary: erythema (redness), erosions, ulcerations, and/or serous exudates in the acute phase of inflammation. Purulent (pus-like) exudate and granulation tissue form with a more prolonged insult, and fibrosis (scarring), epidermal thickening, and hyperker-atosis (scale, cornification) in chronic cases. The pastern, however, is uniquely qualified to develop severe, persistent, refractory skin disease because of its location and exposure to dirt, fecal material, persistent moisture, chemical irritants, ultraviolet rays, and direct trauma (plant stubble, rocks, over-reaching/interfering). Draft breeds are more suscep-tible to pastern skin disease due to heavy feathering and possibly genetic factors.
Veterinarians routinely utilize in-house cytology, skin scrapings, direct microscopic examination of hairs, fungal cultures, and complete blood counts in their diagnostic work-ups for complex skin cases such as pastern dermatitis. In acutely severe cases or cases that are unresponsive to treatment, biopsies offer a direct view of the disease process and can lead to a definitive diagnosis. However, histopathol-ogy of inflammatory lesions is only useful when interpreted in light of the clinical history and gross appearance of the lesions. In order to maximize
the utility of a biopsy, it is extremely important to take adequately large (6 mm punch) and multiple specimens of active lesions. Providing a detailed de-scription, clinical his-tory, overview of the animal’s environment, diet, vaccination his-tory, and overall herd health are also critical as well as good quality digital photographs.
While the treat-ment will obviously largely de pend on the diagnosis, some basic principles are:
Keep the area clean and dry.
Monitor for and manage any sign of exuberant granulation tissue (proud flesh).
Check the other feet and legs regularly to moni tor any disease spread.
If the skin appears to be dry and crack-ing, oil-based emol-lients or antimicrobial ointments can help reduce fissuring and secondary infections.
Pastern dermatitis can be a debilitating condition for horses. Correct diagnosis early in the course of disease can greatly expedite its resolution, and most horses will return to function.
– Dr. Lynne CassoneVeterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky
Causes of Inflammatory Conditions of the PasternThe most well-described (though not neces-sarily the most common) infectious etiologies include:
BacteriaDermatophilus congolensisStaphylococcus aureusSpirochetosisAny cause of pyoderma
Fungi/yeast/oomycetesPythium spp.Malassezia spp.PhaeohyphomycosisZygomycosis
ParasitesChorioptes mitesPelodera strongyloidesStrongyloides westeri
Non-infectious causesContact irritantHypersensitivityDrug reactionTraumaPhotosensitizationPastern Leukocytoclastic vasculitisPhotoaggravated vasculitisPemphigus foliaceusChronic progressive lymphedema
Reprinted with permission from the July 2013 issue of Equine Disease Quarterly
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Back to Basics
Homemade Fly Spray Recipes
Easy Fly Spray4 oz Skin So Soft1 oz citronella oil12 oz vinegar12 oz water Mix all together and it lasts as long as any of the expen-sive ones do and smells a ton better! It is also good for their coat.
U.S. Forest Service Bug Spray Recipe1 cup water1 cup Avon Skin So Soft Bath Oil2 cups vinegar1 tbs. Eucalyptus oil (found in health food stores)Optional: few tablespoons of citronella oil. Shake spray bottle well before spraying on horse, hu-man or dog!
Citrus Insect Repellant Spray2 cups light mineral oil1/2 cup lemon juice2 tsp. citronella oil2 tsp. eucalyptus essential oil2 tsp. lemon dish soapCombine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Label. To use gently shake and spray on your horse avoiding his eyes. NOTE: Do not use this spray before a show as it attracts dust.
Quick Fly Spray18 oz white vinegar2 Tbsp dish washing soap.Mix in a 20 oz spray bottle and shake gently until well blended. You may add water to dilute. Spray liberally on your horse
These home made fly spray recipes are gathered from around the web. Please research and use your own judgment and always check with your vet when in doubt.
Grooming Tips and Tricks• Spray Static Guard TM on a brush and brush out the tail to
eliminate flyaways.
• Baking soda mixed with water will help scrub your horse’s white areas clean. The baking soda helps to lift stains and is also slightly abrasive and helps scrub away dirt.
• Get white socks and face markings clean with Pearl Drops toothpaste. Use a toothbrush to scrub the socks clean but be sure to be gentle when cleaning face markings.
• For that icky tail itch that can cause your horse to start rubbing his tail, apply some Listerine Mouthwash.
• When bathing your horse, after you rinse out the sham-poo or conditioner spray them down with a solution of half white vinegar and half water. This will repel flies and dirt and provide a great shine.
• A rinse with a solution of half Skin-So-Soft and half water also helps repel bugs and adds shine to your horses coat.
• Hemorrhoid cream does the trick for growing hair back on scrapes and cuts.
• When pulling a mane to help thin it out use an old clipper blade. It will pull the mane without making it look too blunt.
• After body clipping, a rinse with warm olive oil and apple cider vinegar will prevent fungus and eliminate that dry “just clipped” look.
• Baby wipes are a cheap option for last minute touch ups and tack wipe downs.
• Disposable dusting cloths, like Swiffers, are great for put-ting the final shine on a clean coat.
If you have any horse care tips that you’d like to submit for our Back to Basics column please send them to Sarah at [email protected].
There is nothing greater than the heart of a horse. Horses have the ability to connect with humans in a way that is utterly unique.
Their ability to sense our moods, intentions, and physical states is uncanny. As virtually any horse owner will tell you, horses have the ability to tune in to us, to make use forget our troubles, and to make us see the best in ourselves and the world around us. In other words, they have the innate ability to heal.
Tennessee Walking Horses, long known for their kind and patient dispositions, are particularly suited for interacting with those facing struggles. They are the perfect horses to bring joy to the sad, hope to the nearly-defeated, and freedom to the physically impaired. It is absolutely no wonder that they have become highly valued team members for outreach programs across the nation.
Headquartered in Michigan, Camp Casey is a horseback riding program for children with cancer. Through their Cowboy Camp Outs, Horsey House Calls, and Outlaw Outings, Camp Casey has spread the healing power of horses for a decade. As a member of their Hero Herd, the Tennessee Walking Horse Beamer has walked his way into the hearts of cancer stricken kids throughout the Great Lakes State.
At Brookhaven Retreat in Seymour, Tennessee, four Tennessee Walking Horse mares are used to help women struggling with mental health issues, mood disorders, and chemical dependencies. The horses, Candy, Izzy, Cairo, and Honey Comb, help patients better communicate their thoughts and feelings regarding difficult issues such as isolation,
dependence, anxiety, connection, and intimacy.Rhythm Of The Rein, a PATH premier accredited
therapeutic riding program in Marshfield, Ver-mont, depends on their three Tennessee Walking Horses to work with a variety of clients enduring everything from Autism to Cerebral Palsy to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Shiloh is known for her patience and gentleness, which allows riders to develop a strong sense of security. Dos’ specialty is working with returning veterans to help them overcome physical challenges as well as PTSD symptoms. Finally, tolerance is the key attribute of Tango’s Topper who is a pro at comforting first-time riders.
In Petaluma, California, Giant Steps Therapeutic Riding Center offers lessons for riders of all ages. Their mission is to enrich and change the lives of children and adults with disabilities through the extraordinary benefits of therapeutic riding and re-lated equine assisted activities. Their riders range in age from four to 94 and they serve riders with over 50 distinct disabilities each year including blind-ness, Cystic Fibrosis, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Muscular Dystrophy, and spinal cord injuries. Their Tennessee Walking Horses include Katy-did, the 2010 Region 11 PATH Horse of the Year, Scarlet, the facility’s official greeter, and Pepe, the class clown of the barn.
Kind, willing, patient - the Tennessee Walking Horse is the ideal therapy partner. They are always willing to share their hearts and they are always there to lend a helping hoof.
–Sarah Gee
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