Upstate Equine Quarterly

Co m p l i m e n ta ry
News
Events
Champions
Health &
nutrition
Seasonal
tips
Marketplace
AND more!
U p s tat e
SC is a
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p l ac e f o r
horses!
Welcome to the first edition of Upstate
Equine Quarterly!
I’m excited to be part of the team bringing
you information on horses across all breeds and
disciplines throughout the local equine community.
Upstate Equine Quarterly
will contain articles featuring:
local stable history and events,
all equine events being held
at the T. Ed Garrison Arena
in Pendleton, SC, the WNC
Agricultural Center in Fletcher
NC, Riverbend Equestrian
Park in Greenville, SC, and The
Circle M Ranch in Pelzer, SC.
Cheryl & “Sonny”
Have fun with the “I Want That”
page, dedicated to innovative equine products, and “In Our
Backyard”, featuring horses and people doing great things in
our area.
Articles about equine health, equine rescue, “green” horse
keeping tips, and our local resource guide will assist all horse
owners in our area in finding the products and information to
care for our equine friends. In addition, UEQ will offer “Feed
& Hay” Marketplace listings to connect hay buyers and sellers.
Summer/Fall ‘08
• Equine News-Line, p. 4
• In Our Backyard:
Codi Baucom, Champion Barrel Racer, p. 5
• Upstate Horse Happenings:
Upstate Horse Show Honored with Museum, p. 6-7
• Upstate Equine Business:
Upstate SC is Horse Country, p. 8-9
• Upstate Horse Health & Nutrition:
The Redeeming Qualities of Kudzu, p. 10
• Events, p.12-13
• Upstate Horsekeeping, Training & Tips, p. 14-15
• UEQ Presents: excerpts from Horse Talk from
Clemson Extension, p. 16-17
• I Want That, Innovative and Unique Products for Horses
and Their People, p. 18
• UEQ Marketplace, p. 20-21
• Across The Way, a poem by Terri McCord, p. 22
We welcome your event listings, adventures, artwork and
reports about special equine experiences. Stories must not
have been previously published or copyrighted. All pictures
must be taken and owned by you, and you must have full
rights to them. Send your event, story, or article to editor@
upstateequinequarterly.com.
And, if you would just like to write to us to tell us what you
think about the magazine, or make suggestions for equine
topics you would like to see addressed in future issues, send
an email to editor@upstateequinequarterly.com.
As we grow, we’re looking forward to sharing knowledge and
resources, as well as forming new relationships within our
community and the environment surrounding us.
We think we have a great first issue – we hope you enjoy it!
Cheryl Huber
Editor
Cover photo:
Lily by DeDe Norongolo
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Upstate Equine News
Equine News-Line
South Carolina Equine Industry Promotion Bill Pending
Bill H.4305 is a legislative proposal that would allow a selfimposed assessment of $2.00 per ton of registered horse feed
or supplements (a nickel per 50-lb. bag of horse feed). This
would amount to approximately $1.80 per horse per year. This concept has the approval of horse owners, the South
Carolina Department of Agriculture, Clemson University,
the South Carolina Farm Bureau, the S. C. Horsemen’s
Council, breed associations, usage groups, major feed
companies, independent feed mill operators, and other
industry related organizations.
The assessment will provide funds for the purpose of
promoting the interests (market development, education,
publicity, research, recurring census, etc.) for South
Carolina’s equine industry. These program areas are
mandated by the authorizing legislation. On May 6, 2008,
H.4305 was sent to the House Ways and Means Committee and is
awaiting the Governor’s signature.
The South Carolina Horsemen’s Council will host the 2008
Southeastern Equestrian Trails Conference (SETC) in Charleston, SC
July 31 - August 2
This conference, which began in 1998, has developed into a
premier annual gathering of equine trails professionals from across the U.S. Numerous
national, state, and private managers
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Tack Swap & Sale Benefit
Sunday, October 12, 1 – 4 p.m.
The ARK (At Risk Kids) Scholarship Fund
and the Happy Hooves Therapeutic Riding
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and sale event. It will be held at The
Tack Shop, 499 South Pleasantburg Drive
in Greenville. Call (864) 271-7121 for
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In Our Backyard
Codi Baucom, Champion Barrel Racer
Upstate resident, Codi Baucom, is excelling as a professional barrel racer. At 27 years old, Codi has a bachelors
degree in exercise and sports science from UNC-Chapel
Hill and is also a certified and licensed horse massage
therapist. She started barrel racing when she was 12 and
started competing in rodeos when she was 20.
Codi and her horse, Naughty Go Getum, have had a
successful few years together. When she started to rodeo
she set out to win the Rookie awards. She did so well
that she and “Naughty” won the event for the year in the
SRA and IPRA rodeos. Codi has won a total of 43 titles
between 1999 and 2008 including 10 SRA titles and 12
IPRA titles.
In July she will be traveling to the Calgary Stampede in
Alberta, Canada, but will be available for private lessons
upon her return. Codi will also be hosting barrel racing
clinics here in the upstate. She can be reached by email
at jcbaucom@yahoo.com.
Codi &
Naughty Go Getum
Watch for Codi’s personal story in our next issue.
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Upstate Horse Happenings
Historic Upstate Horse Show
Honored With Museum
The Greenville Horse Show was originally held in Cleveland Park, now a
centerpiece park in Downtown Greenville. The longest running show in
the Southeast, it has been an annual event since 1933. Once it outgrew
the first venue, the show moved to the White Horse Road fairgrounds in
Greenville. The show remained there until 1991, when it moved to the T.
Ed Garrison Arena in Clemson, SC, and was renamed the J.D. Massey
Classic. The show’s current name sake, J. D. Massey, son of Sam Massey,
the show’s originator continued to manage and run the show from the
1960s to 1991.
The current Secretary for the Board of Directors of the J. D. Massey Horse
Show, Cynthia Kelly breeds and shows American Saddlebreds, which had
always been her primary passion, until now. Originally named The Greenville Horse Show and Fair, Cynthia had seen early scrapbooks that belonged to Mr. Sam Massey, however, after his passing in the 1960’s the
scrapbooks were disposed of and Greenville’s horse show history was lost.
“I decided to try to piece together some of the information before it was
completely gone forever.”
“I decided to try to piece together
some of the information before it
was completely gone forever.”
Cynthia began her quest at the American Saddlebred Museum in Lexington, KY and spent several weeks combing through old magazines. She began
contacting some of the people from the Upstate who were mentioned in the
magazines. “I found some of the folks who had shown in the first Greenville
Horse Show in 1933. That was the beginning”, Cynthia told us.
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Upstate Horse Happenings
As Cynthia continued to do research, more and more information, photos, and trophies were uncovered, which led to
the opening of the Greenville Horse Show Museum. The museum was set up at the T. Ed Garrison Arena for this year’s
75th anniversary of the J.D. Massey Classic. Cynthia is now looking for a permanent place to house all the exhibits.
When Cynthia is not scouring the upstate for historical treasure, she enjoys riding Out In The Open, a country pleasure
horse that she raised. “I broke him to ride,” she said, “he’s a four year old and is doing really well in the country pleasure
division”, Cynthia stated.
If you have anything for the archives of the J.D. Massey Classic, email
Cynthia Kelly at redsergal@aol.com.
In The 1950’s, Virginia Worrill (pictured above) won the the American Rayon Company Trophy, a
tall, silver loving cup. When a trophy is won three times, the winner gets to keep it, it is retired,
but the winner must replace it with another trophy. Virginia replaced it with the Nancy Young
Equitation Trophy (pictured above), minted by Eagle Ironworks Company in Greenville, SC.
Eagle Ironworks, still in operation, hopes to locate the original molds so they may be reminted
and reintroduced to the horse show circuit.
The 75th Annual J.D. Massey Classic
Photo courtesy of Sandra Hall
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Upstate Equine Business
Upstate SC is Horse Country
Photo by Eric Olsen
Horse related shows and events are a major source of tourism dollars in the Upstate.
There are many reasons that Upstate SC is becoming
a major player in the equine industry. Based on recent
census information, the affordability and abundance
of acreage, and efforts by our State Government to attract
more horse owners with favorable legislation, South
Carolina, and particularly the Upstate, is a great place to
work with horses.
The first comprehensive equine survey in 25 years was
completed in December, 2004. It was primarily sponsored
by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture and
was conducted by the South Carolina Agricultural
Statistics office of NASS, USDA. According to the
census three of the top five counties in South Carolina
based on equine inventory are located in the Upstate.
These are Anderson with 6,000, Spartanburg with 4,600
and Greenville with 4,600; Aiken was first with 6,500
and Lexington rounds out the top five with 4,400. The
equine industry provides many jobs in South Carolina
and generates revenue; total sales of equine related
products in 2004 registered $30 million and an additional
$46 million in income was received from boarding fees,
breeding fees, training, lessons, and other related services.
With 2004 equine expenses and income measured at
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$478 million, equine owners are extremely important to
the South Carolina economy.
Another advantage to the Upstate is the beautiful,
affordable and plentiful land. In Pickens County land
averages around $10,000 an acre and large lots are easy
to find, making the area very attractive to transplants
wanting to keep their horses at home. People new to the
area are often surprised by the sheer number of close by
trails for pleasure riding; Clemson Experimental Forest
and Issaquena Forest being two of the more popular
areas. South Carolina also has a mild climate year round,
perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. From the Upstate you
have beaches, mountains, lakes and cultural centers like
Charleston all within a few hours drive from your front
door.
This horse property worth more that $2 million
is currently for sale in the Upstate.
Upstate Equine Business
Ray sta mm & C ynthia skelton
The South Carolina
State Government also
recognizes the
importance of
promoting the equine
industry in the state.
According to the
USDA, the equine
industry has an annual
impact on our state
of $478 million. To
encourage more growth Feed will be
taxed in order
the State House is
promoting a bill called to promote
South Carolina’s
The South Carolina
Equine Industry
Equine Promotion Act.
The act requires an assessment of two dollars per ton on
all commercial feed and custom blends labeled for equine
use sold in this State. The fee is paid by those selling
custom equine blends or required to register a commercial
feed. The revenues of the assessment are credited to a
fund in the State Treasury separate and distinct from the
general fund and all other funds, entitled the ‘Equine
Promotion Fund’ which must be used by the board for
the sole purpose of promoting the equine industry in
this State. The bill is still in the state legislature and is
awaiting the Governor’s signature.
realtor team representing
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Because the equine industry is profitable and growing
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Total sales of equine related products in 2004 registered $30 million
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Upstate Horse Health & Nutrition
The Redeeming Qualities of Kudzu
Manufacturer of
Quality Horse Feed
www.banksmillfeeds.com
Kudzu has been known to inspire poetry as well as fear and loathing in those who
must deal with its invasive and suffocating growth pattern; however, there are some
redeeming qualities in kudzu – just ask your horse! While goats and sheep are routinely
used to graze away the creeping vine, horses love it too. In light of drought conditions
continuing to create havoc in the hay market throughout the Southeast, it seems as
though kudzu could be a viable and inexpensive source of nutrition for horses, as well
as a potential source of income for farmers or anyone suffering from a kudzu invasion.
As rich as alfalfa in protein and carotene, kudzu leaves can be used for grazing or cut
as hay. In 2003, Bob Mowrey, PhD, Extension Horse Commodity Coordinator for
the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, wrote that “limited availability of
traditional horse hays may necessitate feeding non-traditional forage sources. Horses
can effectively graze kudzu, which is similar in protein and energy to immature graze
hay.” The article also stated that once the nutrient and feed quality is confirmed,
alternative forage sources can be substituted pound-for-pound with traditional hay
sources. In addition to the leaves and vine, the kudzu root is also known to be a coveted
treat for horses; low in sugar, and is said to have calming and antiseptic properties.
Hay prices around the Upstate have hit record highs this year due to a drought
ravaged crop. Normally, square baled hay in this area can be purchased anywhere
from $2.00 to $2.50 per bale; however, with demand as high as ever, and the
supply becoming smaller and smaller, the price has soared to as much as $5.00
to $12.00 per square bale, depending on the type of hay. Many farmers in the area
are left wondering if they will be able to find the hay to supply their livestock
through the winter, and if they find it, will they be able to pay the steep prices?
Kudzu is known to grow as much as a foot in a single day during the summer months and
as much as 100 feet in a season. With such a fast growing, hearty crop at our fingertips it
seems as though local farmers would do quite well by focusing a kudzu harvest towards
horses and other livestock. If machinery could be invented that is suitable for harvesting
the vine, could Kudzu could be a viable cash crop?
Editors’ note: As always, use caution when introducing a new feed of any kind to your horses. If you have
questions, please contact your veterinarian.
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Feed Supply
120 Center Road
Landrum, SC
864-906-1306
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EVENTS
Riverbend Equestrian Park
175 Riverbend Road, Greenville, SC 29617
(864) 246-6466
Riverbend Summer Day Camps
Cost: $225
Daily Time: 9:00am -4:00pm
T. ED GARRISON LIVESTOCK ARENA
Box 340322, Clemson, SC 29634-0322
Arena Office (864) 646-2717
Show Office (864) 646-2719
Cattle Complex (864) 646-6308
Beginner Camp (Ages 7-15. No Experience Necessary)
June 16-20
June 23 – 27
July 7 – 11
July
03-06 : NCQHA District 1 AQHA Horse Show
07-11 : 4-H Horsemanship Camp
14-20 : Region 12 Arabian Youth Jamboree
24-27 : SC Quarter Yippy Yi Yea Horse Show
Beginner II
July 14-18
July 28 – August 1
• Birthday Parties / Pony Rides
• Year-Round Trail Rides
• Kinder Rides (Introduces riding to children 2-6 yrs)
August
02-03 : Junior Beef Round Up
16-17 : Clemson University Summer’s End Horse Show
22-24 : Maxi Circuit Quarter Horse Show
Riverbend Dressage Schooling Show Dates
April 5, May 31, Sept. 2, Nov. 1, Dec. 6
September
05-07 : Martha Josey Clinic
12-12 : Investment Center Client party
12-14 : SC Quarter Horse Show
19-19 : Farm Safety Camp
19-20 : SC Tennessee Walking Horse Show
25-29 : NRHA SE Affiliate Dixie Reining Horse Championship
Riverbend Equestrian Park
October
03-05 : Palmetto Paint Horse Fall Futurity
11-12 : Palomino Horse Show and Futurity
18-19 : Missouri Fox Trotter Horse Show
24-26 : SC Quarter Horse Assoc. Spooktacular
31-2 : WCAHC Arabian Horse Show
FOOTHILLS EQUESTRIAN NATURE CENTER (FENCE)
3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC 28782
(828) 859-9021 www.fence.org
November
07-08 : Fall Classic Academy Horse Show
14-15 : IPRA Rodeo
15-15 : Anderson Bantam Club Bantam Show
29- 29 : Western Carolina Horse Sale
July
09-13 : TRHC Horse Show II (Mitzi Lindsay, 828-859-6109)
15 : FENCE Tuesday Night Schooling Show (828-859-9021)
19 : Schooling Dressage/Stadium (Margo Savage, 828-863-4924)
20 : FENCE Cross-Country Schooling (828-859-9021)
22 : FENCE Tuesday Night Schooling Show (828-859-9021)
December
13-13 : SC Hereford Sale
13-14 : CU Trotting Round The Tree Horse Show
August
08-10 : Progressive Show Jumping (Rick Cram, 803-649-3505)
23 : FENCE Garage Sale (828-859-9021)
30-31 : TRHC Horse Trials I (Mitzi Lindsay, 828-859-6109)
September
06 : Dancing Under The Stars Benefit For TROT (828-859-9021)
13 : Schooling Dressage/Stadium (Margo Savage, 828-863-4924)
20-21 : Borderline Dressage (Kay Whitlock, 910-692-3504)
21 : Cross-Country Schooling. (Margo Savage, 828-863-4924)
26-28 : Tryon Fall Classic (843-768-5503)
October
04-05 : TRHC Horse Trials II (Mitzi Lindsay, 828-859-6109)
9 -11 : Buck Brannaman Horsemanship Clinic/Colt Starting
(Gary Ford, 828-899-2051)
17-19 : Progressive Show Jumping (Rick Cram, 803-649-3505)
26 : Schooling Horse Trials (Margo Savage, 828-863-4924)
T. Ed Garrison Arena
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November
09 : FENCE Hunter Pace (828-859-9021)
WNC Agricultural center
1301 Fanning Bridge Rd.
Fletcher, NC 28732
(828) 687-1414
The Circle M Ranch
186 Woodville Road
Pelzer, SC 29669
(864) 243-0099
July
July
11-13 : 2008 SC NBHA State Barrel Racing Show
Contact : ryan.dohrn@morris.com www.scnbha.com
08, 15, 24 : Blue Ridge Cowboy Church (brcowboychurch.org)
Contact Louis Gibson (828) 273-9635
August
26-30 : Tobacco Rd. Cutting Horse Futurity
(Held in Outdoor Arena)
Contact Macon Massey: (704) 309-2859 or
Tracy Barton: (540) 263-0216
17, 31 : Arden Horse Auction
Contact Gayna Woody (828) 775-9708
10-12 : Land O Shy Shrine Club Horse Show
Contact Bruce Whitt (828) 665-2114
13 : WNC Open Horse Show Circuit
Contact Doyle Enloe 828-697-8785
September
06-07 : Palmetto Paint Horse Club - 2 judge show 8am Both Days
Contact Anne Louise Miller, 2008 Pres.: (803) 288-0964
www.pphc.net
18-19 : Asheville Inv. Horse Show (Ashevilleinvitational.com)
Contact Joyce Wilson (919) 365-5149
22-26 : Blue Ridge Classic Elizabeth Holmes (919) 765-2559
20-21 : Wateree Cutting Horse Show
Contact Judy Boozer: (864) 969-3251
August
02-03 : Summer Mountain Getaway Dressage/Combined
Contact Dana Diemer (910) 875-4814
www.cuttingnews.com
24 : “The Friesian Horse Inspection of North America”
Wed., Outdoor Arena, starts 9am
Contact Pam Jackson: (803) 684-9550
www.shadynookfarm.com www.fhana.com
02-03 : Ranch Horse Show Contact Tracie Gant (828) 885-8431
05, 12, 19, 26 : Blue Ridge Cowboy Church
(brcowboychurch.org) Contact Louis Gibson 828-273-9635
October
03-05 : Clinton Anderson’s 3-day Series 1 Horsemanship Clinic
Spectator Tickets - $35 Advance & $45 at Door
www.downunderhorsemanship.com
OR 1-888-287-7432 for tickets
07, 28 : Arden Horse Auction
Contact Gayna Woody (828) 775-9708
08 : Cowboy Mounted Shooting ( northcarolinacmsa.com)
Contact Tommy Richardson (704) 753-5399
13-16 : Mountain Classic Contact Jennifer Kolarik (828) 230-7033
25-26 : Foothills Youth Rodeo Association
7pm Sat. & 1pm Sun. Contact Peden Styles: (864) 409-0424
www.foothillsyouthrodeoassoc.com
16 : WNC Open Horse Show Circuit
Contact Dolye Enloe (828) 697-8785
31-Nov. 02 : Wateree Cutting Horse Association
Contact Judy Boozer: (864) 969-3251 www.cuttingnews.com
September
02, 16, 23, 30 : Blue Ridge Cowboy Church
(brcowboychurch.org) Contact Louis Gibson 828-273-9635
December
06-07 : MidEastern Team Roping Association FINALS
Contact Nancy Kirkman: (336) 302-5812 www.metraweb.com
12-14 : Chris Cox Clinic Contact Dianna Cotter (828) 273-0003
26-28 : Cowboy Mounted Shooting (northcarolinacmsa.com)
Contact Tommy Richardson (704) 753-5399
Send Your Events to UEQ:
editor@upstateequinequarterly.com
27 : Horseshoers Conference
Contact Stacy Miller (828) 681-5095
October
02-04: NC Walking Horse
Contact Chris Broach (704) 822-0515
05 : Open Horse Show Contact Doyle Enloe (828) 697-8785
07, 14 : Blue Ridge Cowboy Church
(brcowboychurch.org) Contact Louis Gibson (828) 273-9635
09 : Arden Horse Auction Contact Gayna Woody (828) 775-9708
10-12 : Downunder Horemanship Clinic
Contact Cindy Sackett (435) 770-2321
18-19 : Paint Horse Show Contact Rob Waddell (704) 545-2241
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Upstate Horsekeeping
Basic Essentials in Horse Training
By Ricky D., Professional Horse Trainer & Equestrian Conservationist
The Basic Essentials In Horse Training is a public service
equine safety guide of simple techniques that will assist you
in developing a lasting and wonderful relationship with your
horse. It is always advisable to seek the help of a professional
before attempting to train a horse or place yourself and/or
others in close contact with a horse.
The two most important techniques in horse training are also
the two most overlooked. These two basic techniques are called
‘Stand’ and ‘Stay’. This technique develops a relationship with
your horse based on trusting communication and prepares your
horse for transitional training, finish training, and any therapy
they may need. A flat nylon rope is recommended for all
training applications. Now, let’s get started:
“STAND”
“STAND”
1) Make sure your horse’s halter fits properly and the head
strap remains naturally positioned a few inches just behind
the ears.
2) Create two short bumps straight downward on the lead rope
in repeated sequences of ‘bump-bump-loose’ of non-restricting
hold on the lead rope.
3) Enact ‘bump-bump’, ‘bump-bump’ on the lead rope in
combination with the verbal command “Stand” in repeated
sequences (‘bump-bump-stand’, ‘bump-bump-stand’). Do not
continue to bump on the lead rope after your horse is standing.
4) Try this technique while moving around your horse for
grooming, saddling, or before you attempt to handle the legs
or hoofs. Also, try ‘Stand and Stay’ at the end of every walk.
The ‘Stay’ technique should be applied in sequences after
‘Stand’ is completed successfully.
“STAY”
“STAY”
1) Turn and face your horse with one hand on the lead rope to
reinforce the ‘Stand’ hold.
2) With your other hand slightly higher than your head, give
the verbal command “Stay”.
3) Repeat until you can successfully back away and move
around your horse as he or she stands.
For best results include Stand and Stay in your overall training
program. Make time to work with your horse on a regular
basis and you will increase safety and achieve a more enjoyable
equine experience.
Ricky D. can be reached at: (864) 415-1424 or rdequineservices@charter.net.
Warning : Public Safety Message There is inherent risk involved with close contact with equines. Bodily injury or
fatality may occur. It is recommended that you seek professional help before
engaging yourself or others in any equine activity.
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PRESENTS
Horse Talk from Clemson Extension
An Excerpt from the Clemson Extension newsletter, Horse Talk, p. 1 of 2
Saving Money
on Your Feed Bill
Dr. Chris Mortensen, Extension Equine Specialist, Clemson University
As fuel prices continue to rise, horse owners around the
country are beginning to feel the pinch on their feed bills. any
owners tend to over feed their animals or are not feeding the
correct diet, and may unknowingly be overspending. Here are
some basics of equine nutrition that should be followed and
some money saving tips.
The base rule of feeding horses is feed by weight not by
volume. This means that rather than just dipping an old coffee
can into the feed bag, actually weigh out each meal portion for
your horses. This should apply to hay as well. Horses require
2-3% of their body weight each day in forage/concentrate.
For example a 1000 lb. horse would require 20-30 lb. each day.
To estimate the weight of your horse, a weight tape should
be available at your local feed store and is an excellent tool to
estimate your horse’s weight.
The ratio of forage to concentrate depends on the level of
activity of your horse. In addition, the horses body condition
score (BCS; 1-9 rating) will dictate on how much you feed
your animal(s). There are many web sources on how to BCS
your horse. The optimal BCS for a horse is 5.5.
Horses on a maintenance diet require little to no
concentrate. They can be maintained on good quality hay or
a sufficient pasture. However, if your horse is not an “easy
keeper” and their BCS dips to 4 or lower, you should
supplement their diet with some concentrate. On the other extreme, if your horse is being worked heavily, the concentrate portion of the diet could make up 50% of their diet requirements. A rule of thumb is to never feed more than 5
lb. concentrate at any one feeding.
Hoof Care for Mature Horses
For mature horse, hoof care is the third most expensive horsekeeping cost, just behind nutrition and emergency/preventative
healthcare. During one year, money spent on hoof care represents
about 15 percent of the total cost to keep a mature performance
horse. Hoof-care expense can be expected to increase for some senior horses, and for some geriatric horses, it could represent 25 to
50% of annual costs. While it may cost a little money to keep a
horse’s feet in good shape or to manage existing hoof conditions, for
a horse with a job to do, whether riding horse or broodmare, hoof
care expenses represent money well spent. Conditions and Care:
Older riding horses often exhibit a variety of hoof conditions.
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Some are just naturally “good footed horses,” while
others may have poor hoof walls or problems with the
white line. Many older horses that have been in service for
years show signs of navicular disease or evidence of founder.
Advances in hoof care contribute to keeping service older
horses that would otherwise be unable to move around. For
horses with poor hoof-wall strength and integrity, consider
supplemental biotin. Based on research conducted, long
term biotin supplementation (for 9 months or longer) may
improve hoof condition in about 1/3 of horses with hoof
wall and white line problems. However, most supplements
on the market won’t make nearly so much difference to
hoof health as will routine hoof care, including proper and
timely hoof trimming and shoeing.
Horse Talk from Clemson Extension
An Excerpt from the Clemson Extension newsletter, Horse Talk, p. 2 of 2
A major shift is taking place within equine nutrition
in that, nutritionists are recommending feeding more
fats in the diet rather than high starch diets. Fats are
more energy dense than grain, while being a safer
source of energy for horses. A horse’s diet can be
safely supplemented up to 10% with fat (1 lb. a day
for 1000 lb. horse). Excellent sources of fat are soy
oil (best source of omega 3), vegetable oil, flax-seed
oil and rice bran. If adding fat to the diet or making
any change in the diet of a horse, it is recommended
that the change takes place slowly over 2-3 weeks to
reduce the chance of digestive upset. A major source
of overspending in horse nutrition is in feeding too
much protein. Many owners tend to over feed protein, which leaves stalls with a strong ammonia smell.
Most horses with moderate to no work require ~ 10%
protein in the diet. The “%” on your feed bag is the %
protein in the concentrate. Most grass hays exceed
10% protein and if feeding concentrate, be sure to
find a 10 or 12% feed. The 14% or higher feeds are
more for growing horses or broodmares.
Finally, many owners spend excess money on
unneeded supplements. Dr. Larry Lawrence from
Kentucky Equine Research was quoted at the
Southeastern Equine Conference that “If you are
going to feed any supplement, feed vitamin E”.
Many of your horse’s nutritional requirements are
met by their diet. Supplements are meant to assist
your horse(s) in reaching those requirements and
many times are not needed. If you have any further
questions please visit our new Clemson AVS website
at: http://www.clemson.edu/cafls/departments/animal_vet_science/index.html.
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for Horses and T heir People
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Clean up your pasture or barn effortlessly with the pasture-Vac. The
Pasture-Vac hooks up to your lawn mower or golf cart, is lightweight and
easy to maneuver. The tank holds the equivalent of about 10 to 12 muck buckets and is easily emptied. When the tank has been emptied you can drive over to
your water trough and vacuum that to clean out the tank. The standard size has
a hose about 10 feet long and there is one available that is 14 feet if needed for
stall cleaning. For the big barns there is a larger model that holds 211 gallons. Also
picks up acorns, leaves, and other debris. For more information about the pasture-Vac you can go to www.mymanurevac.com or call (864) 977 8009.
Is your horse playful?
The Field Free Rolling HorseplayRound is a fun and durable field toy for horses. The
toy is made from a 15 gallon heavy duty plastic barrel with internal balls that make
noise as it rolls. Small side opening allows treats to fall to the ground as the barrel
is played with. Attached rope is made of mold resistant polypropylene. This toy is
rugged enough for all size horses and all outdoor environments. For more information on the Field Free Rolling HorseplayRound contact Horseplay Products, LLC at
(614) 578-8414 or www.horseplayproducts.com.
A great new product to treat your horse
The HOOFixTM Abscess Kit is a new treatment system that corrects hoof abcsesses
or a bruised hoof. The great thing about this kit is that the treatment does not
require resoaking, duct tape or diapers. It is not messy or time consuming. It comes
in a clear, zippered package, contains an antiseptic/germicide solution for an effective initial soak, and includes an improved treatment boot to protect your horse’s
injury. For more information on the HOOFixTM Abscess Kit, contact Plum Shade
Farm at (610) 486-0708 or info@PlumShadeFarm.com.
Stuck inside but need to ride?
The OSIM® iGallop™ is the revolutionary exerciser that can help you shape and
tone your tummy, hips, seat and thighs by mimmicking the action of riding a horse.
The body automatically responds to its multidirectional movement, and this
balancing engages certain muscle groups, and may help improve coordination and
posture. Choose the Trot program to warm up, Gallop for extended toning and
shaping, or Race for a truly invigorating workout. More information about the
OSIM® iGallop™ can be found at www.brookstone.com.
Do you have a great product for horses or their people and need to get the word out? Contact editor@upstateequinequarterly.com.
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Clubs & Associations
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Pendleton, SC
(864) 261-6751 or (864) 617-5343
Horsemanship Instruction
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www.clintonanderson.net
Jocassee Real Estate
Tay Stamm: (864) 723-5599
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Dynamic Realty
Penny Lillis
(864) 884-1976
Photography
Equine Rescue
Farrier Services & Schools
South Carolina Awareness & Rescue
for Equines, Inc. (S.C.A.R.E.)
312 Shetland Lane
Lexington, SC 29073
scare@scequinerescue.org
Upstate Contact:
Penny 864-884-1976
Allen Prater Horseshoeing
Cell: (864) 314-2593
Office: (864) 878-0219
allen@allenprater.com
Ancil Burdette
Pickens, SC
(864) 898-4514
Casey & Son Horseshoeing School
LaFayette, GA
(706) 397-8909
www.caseyhorseshoeing.com
Real Estate
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Freelance Photographer
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Photographer for the J.D. Massey Classic
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P.O. Box 1449
Leicester, NC 28748
(828) 683-0160 phone
(828) 683-0160 fax
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2615 North Highway 101
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Phone & Fax: (864)877-0997
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Equine Veterinarians
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Easley, SC
(864) 859-5033
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Pendleton, SC
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Feed & Hay
Cherokee Feed
1911 Cherokee Ave
Gaffney, SC
(864) 489-2508
Griff’s Farm & Home
101 Woody Rd
Pendleton, SC
(864) 646-3259
Gilreath Farm Supply
2303 N. Hwy 101
Greer, SC
(864) 877-8474
Moore’s Feed
1222 W. Currahee St
Toccoa, GA
(706) 886-1630
Hickory Grove Feed
5999 Wylie Ave
Hickory Grove, SC
(803) 925-8211
South Ridge
187 Ridge Rd
Clover, SC
(803) 222-7511
Roger’s Feed
7432 Midway Rd
Pelzer, SC
(864) 947-6925
Upstate Feed
121 McCullough S. Rd
Honea Path, SC
(864) 338-9605
Traveler’s Rest Feed
10 McElhaney Rd
Travelers Rest, SC
(864) 834-3462
Martin Hay Co.
Anderson, SC
(864) 314-3570
Bill Martin
The Farm House
22341 Ashville Hwy
Landrum, SC
(864) 457-3557
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Pendleton, SC
(864) 360-0398-mobile
(864) 261-8564-home
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Locating Feed By-Products
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or call (864) 965-8160.
WNC Hay Directory
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Tennessee Hay Directory
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National Internet Hay Exchange
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AL Farmers Fed. Hay Trade Coord. Site
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Hay Sales Directory–KY Dept. of Ag.–Hay & Grain Div.
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Texas Hay Producers, Out of State Hay
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www.agr.state.tx.us/producer_info/out_of_state_hay.htm
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