Members of the Maine Icelandic Horse Association demonstrate the versatility and characteristics of the Icelandic horse. This breed is uncommonly robust, healthy, enduring and weather resistant. They are highly versatile, have an interesting and highly individual character, and are intelligent, good natured, patient, and easy going.
Friday September 20, 2013 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Show Ring
The Maine Morgan Horse Club would like to highlight the use of the Morgan Horse and its impact on the state of Maine. We would particularly like this to be a presentation that would be appropriate for school aged children and adults alike. We would like to bring a few horses for and upclose and personal presentation as well as a versatility presentation.
Small mesh hay nets and other restrictive feeders have many benefits. Not only do they mean less hay tramped into the mud; they also reduce boredom and related vices, and may help ease a number of health problems by making the horse nibble, which is the natural way for him to eat. Talk will cover types of restrictive feeders, what health conditions may benefit and why, safety concerns, etc.
A successful program includes ""natural"" or ""four-point"" trim, proper nutrition, proper exercise, and use of temporary shoes when needed. Each of these aspects will be discussed and demonstrated.
John PlowdenPlowden Horse Logging280 Union Hill RdStow, ME 04037207-890-75761 Pair - Belgian Horses, Logging Arch, Portable Winch, Plowden Single Multi-tool
Sunday September 22, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Round Pen
