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2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide EQUINE EDITION Emergency Numbers Hospitals / Veterinarians Interesting and Informative Articles Listings: Horse Clubs & Organizations, Vets, Horse Supplies, Farriers, Barn Builders, Feed Stores, Horse Training, Riding Apparel, Stables, and much more FREE FREE Publication of the Publication of the Information covering ALL VERMONT Distributed in Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, and Washington Counties, and beyond Information covering Vermont 1 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide 2 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide VT STATE VETERINARY INFORMATION RABIES HOTLINE Table of Contents Advertisers: Page B.C.Beeman Construction .......................................... 10 Cooperative Insurance .................................................. 5 Depot Home & Garden ................................................. 4 F.E. Hart Fencing .......................................................... 9 Gallup Brook Fencing ................................................. 12 Large Animal Medical Associates ................................ 8 Mill Brook Shavings .................................................... 15 New Horizon Farm ...................................................... 16 Palmer Insurance.......................................................... 2 Underhill Automotive Center ..................................... 17 VT Rabies Hotline, VT Dept. of Health, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM every day 800-4-RABIES (800-472-2437) Vermont State Veterinarian, Dr. Kerry A. Rood Asst. State Veterinarian, Dr. Michael J. Wood VT Agency of Agriculture, 116 State St., Drawer 20, Montpelier 828-2421 © 2010, The Mountain Gazette, LLC No part of this publication may be reproduced without the publisher’s written permission. 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The Mountain Gazette 6558 VT RT 116 Starksboro, VT 05487 802-453-6354 • 802-453-2468 mtgazette@earthlink.net www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Phone Listings .......................................................... 3-20 Features: American Miniature Horses ....................................... 12 Bucking, Shying and Other Attention Deficit Disorders ........................................ 8 Farrier tips every horse owner should read .............. 11 Keeping a horse in the backyard ................................ 13 Training Mythunderstandings: Choosing Bits ........... 6 Win pulling contests with brains, not brawn ............ 14 Companion Animal Care, 54 Western Ave, St Johnsbury ................... 748-2855 Country Animal Hospital, 1533 Rt 107, Roy ........................................ 234-5999 Derby Pond Animal Hospital 2757 US Rt 5, Derby .......................................... 766-2222 or 800-276-3755 Eastwood Animal Clinic, Rt 4, Rutland ................................................ 773-7711 Essex Veterinary Center, 4 Oliver Wight Dr, Essex ............................ 879-1399 Fair Haven Animal Hospital Washington, Fair Haven ................................................................. 265-3822 Fitzgerald Veterinary Hospital, 20 S Park Dr, Colchester ................... 654-6800 Glanzberg, George, www.glanzbergvet.com 64 White Creek Rd, N Bennington ................................................. 442-8714 Greensboro Animal Hospital Garvin Hill Rd, Greensboro ................................ 533-7070 or 800-276-3755 Hayden Susan, 28 Conant Sq, Brandon ............................................. 247-3335 Hickory Ridge Animal Clinic, Main St, Putney ..................................... 3874564 Large Animal Medical Assoc, Equine & large animal care 129 Main St, Essex Jct ................................................................. 879-4288 Mallets Bay Veterinary Hospital 105 W Lakeshore Dr, Colchester .................................................... 862-2472 Middlebury Large Animal Clinic, E. Middlebury ................................... 388-6321 Milton Veterinary Hospital, 2 Chrisemily Ln, Milton ............................. 893-4000 Mount Anthony Animal Hospital, 832 West Rd, Bennington ............... 442-4324 Mt Mansfield Animal hospital, 6 S Main, Jericho ................................ 899-4013 Onion River Animal Hospital 36 Three Mile Bridge Rd, Middlesex .............................................. 223-7765 Orleans Veterinary Service, Brownington Rd, Orleans ....................... 754-6625 Oxbow Veterinary Clinic, Bradford ...................................................... 222-4635 Poultney Veterinary Services, 330 E Main, Poultney .......................... 287-9292 River Road Veterinary Clinic, Norwich ................................................ 649-3877 River Cove Animal Hospital, Rt 2A, Williston ...................................... 879-7984 Riverside Veterinary Care, 159 River, Rutland ................................... 773-4771 Sequest Animal Hospital, Morrisville ................................................... 888-7776 ANIMAL AMBULANCE SERVICE Valley Equine Clinic, 5086 Main St, Waitsfield .................................... 583-4295 ANIMAL HEALTH PRODUCTS Equine Gold, www.equinegold.com 218 Jones Road, Brandon .......................................... toll free 800-870-5949 Hotham’s Veterinarian & Agri-Nutrition Service Rice Hill Rd, Sheldon .................................................................... 285-6162 Nutriteam.com, Ripton ........................................................................ 388-0661 Platform Supplements, www.platformfeed.com U.S. Animal Nutritionals of VT, equine-canine-feline ......................................... www.usanimalnutritionals.com 20 New England Dr, Essex Jct ................................................ 800-526-5227 ANIMAL HOSPITALS Aeolus Animal Hospital & Equine Ctr, www.aahec.com US Rt 7A, East Dorset .................................................................... 362-2241 145 Harmony Ln, Manchester Ctr ................................................... 362-2241 Animal Chiropractic, specializing in horses & dogs .................................................................................. 893-7631 or 324-7708 Animal Medical Hospital of Northern VT VT Rt 15, Hyde Park ....................................................................... 888-7755 Barre Animal Hospital, South Barre .................................................... 476-4151 Barry William ....................................................................................... 479-6267 Barton Veterinary Hospital, Elm St, Barton ......................................... 525-3644 Berlin Veterinary Clinic, 403 Barre Rd, Montpelier .............................. 223-3220 Burlington Equine Veterinary Services LLC 248 Plouffe Farm Ln, Charlotte ...................................................... 425-5454 Center Rutland Veterinary Services, 409 West St, Rutland ................ 773-7966 Champlain Veterinary Clinic, 296 S Main , St Albans City .................. 524-2051 Chelsea Animal Hospital, 276 Rt 110, Chelsea .................................. 685-3232 Cold River Veterinary Center, Rt 103, N Clarendon ............................ 747-4076 3 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide 4-H Clubs Flying Hooves, Colchester .............................................................. 879-7014 Freedom Riders, Jericho ................................................................. 899-3160 Midnight Riders, Hinesburg ............................................................. 482-2002 Run-A-Way Riders, Colchester ....................................................... 655-2277 Trail Trotters, Richmond .................................................................. 434-2900 4-H of VT, UVM Extension Service Chittenden County, Rose Garritano ................................................ 656-5429 Franklin & Grand Isle Counties, Martha Manning .................. 524-6501 x219 Lamoille & Washington Counties, Lauren Traister .......................... 888-4972 Horses, Betsy Green ....................................................................... 656-2108 Central Vermont Humane Society, Mekklesen Hill Rd, Barre ............. 476-3811 Champlain Adaptive Mounted Program – CHAMP – ............. www.vtchamp.org Bob Essman, 344 Falcon Manor, Williston ................ 878-1290 or 922-4694 Good Hope Farm, S. Hero .............................................................. 233-4893 Champlain Valley Exposition Special Events Ctr spetrie@cvfair.com ......................................................................... 878-5545 Charlotte Pony Club, Dina Monahan .................................................. 482-2918 Dream On Curls Riding Center, LLC, www.vermontel.net/~top Top of Hill Farm, Springfield ...................................... 885-9101 or 875-3656 Franklin Trail Riders, Franklin ............................................................. 483-5084 Green Mountain Animal Defenders 21 Church St, Burlington ................................................................ 861-3030 Green Mountain Draft Horse Association ....................... 388-6232 or 425-2824 Green Mountain Horse Association www.gmhainc.org, South Woodstock ............................................. 457-1509 Green Mountain Miniature Horse & Donkey Association tynervt@cs.com, 636 Cemetery Rd, Richmond Huntington Valley Pony Club .............................................................. 434-5343 Lamoille Riding & Driving Club, Johnson ............................................ 635-7230 Morgan Horse Farm www.uvm.edu/morgan, 74 Battell Dr, Weybridge ........................... 388-2011 Mount Mansfield Pony Club ................................................................ 635-8303 Mounted Response, info@catamountranch.com 350 Piney Woods Rd, Bristol .......................................................... 453-5888 New England Animal Health Institute 2005 Trebo Rd, Chester ................................................................. 875-4889 North Country Animal League 3524 Laporte Rd, Morristown ......................................................... 888-5065 Northwestern Riding & Driving Club, Fairfax ...................................... 527-1121 Paso Fino Horse Association, Inc www.endeavorpasofinos.com, 386 Nichols Rd, Fairfax Pleasant Valley Pony Club .................................................................. 879-6808 TARPS, Chester .................................................................................. 875-7777 University of VT Extension, Adams House 601 Main St, Burlington .................................................................. 656-0311 Or 866-800-9944 (VT only) VT Classic Horse Shows, fancyfree@nycap.rr.com ..................... 518-885-6194 Vermont Horse Council, www.vthorsecouncil.org c/o Terry Rose, 146 Bent Hill Rd, Braintree Vermont Horse Shows Association www.vhsa.org, Middlebury .............................................................. 363-1997 VHSA Newsletter, Carrie Vaculik, lahkaeseem@aol.com 2218 US Rt 5, Sutton ...................................................................... 467-8638 Vermont Hunter Jumper Association, www.vhja.org Information ..................................................................................... 899-3218 Vermont Icelandic Riding Club, Jill Merkel president, ........................................ jilzymerk@aol.com, Waitsfield ........................................................ 496-7632 Vermont Quarter Horse Association, www.vtqha.com 3796 Green St, Shannon Warden, Waltham ANIMAL HOSPITALS continued Shelburne Veterinary Hospital, Shelburne Rd, Shelburne ................. 985-2525 Springfield Animal Hospital, VT Rt 106, Springfield ............................ 885-2505 St. Johnsbury Animal Hospital 229 Portland St, St. Johnsbury ....................................................... 748-5634 Stowe Veterinary Clinic, 300 Stagecoach Rd, Stowe ......................... 253-6800 Tanneberger Veterinary Hospital 997 Fairfax Rd, St Albans .............................................................. 524-2001 128 Grand Ave, Swanton ............................................................... 868-5394 Valley Equine Clinic, 1904 South St, New Haven ............................... 453-5855 Valleywide Veterinary Services, Rt 30, Cornwall ................................ 462-2233 Veremedy Pet Hospital US Hwy 5, White River Jct ............................................................ 295-6900 444 Woodstock Rd, Woodstock ..................................................... 457-2229 Vergennes Large Animal Hospital, 20 Main St, Vergennes ................ 877-9901 West Mountain Animal Hospital 1726 Harwood Hill Rd, Bennington ................................................ 447-7723 West River Valley Vet Services, 720 Rt 30, Newfane ......................... 365-9362 Westminster Animal Hospital, Westminster Station ............................ 722-4196 Windsor Veterinary and Dental Services 2326 US Rt 5 North, Windsor ......................................................... 674-2070 Woodstock Veterinary Hospital PC 1217 VT Rt 12, Woodstock ............................................................. 457-2229 ANIMAL ORGANIZATIONS & CLUBS Addison County Humane Society, shelter Boardman St, Middlebury ............................................................... 388-1100 American Mustang & Burro Association ambavt@verizon.net ...................................................................... 244-8104 BARNS B.C. Beeman, North, Building & Remodeling, Fairfax ................... 849-6874 4 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide BARNS continued B.C.I. Construction, 275 North Orwell Rd, Orwell ............................... 948-2941 Carriage Shed, The, www.carriageshed.com 1195 VA Cutoff, White River Jct ............................................... 800-441-6057 Ensave Energy Performance, Inc, 65 Millet St, Richmond ................. 434-3792 Green Mountain Barn Frames, gmbf@gmavt.net 1403 Rt 116, Starksboro ................................................................. 453-7388 Green Mountain Post & Beam, www.greenmountainpostandbeam.com 373 Mayotte Rd, East Fairfield .................................. 849-6335 or 752-5085 Horse Barns by Northern Builders Inc, Williston ................................. 879-3623 Liberty Head Post & Beam, 2855 Main Rd, Huntington ...................... 434-2120 Livingston Farm, www.livingstonfarmlandscape.com 40 South Rt 116, Bristol .................................................................. 453-2226 Middlebury Fence Co, www.middlefence.com 1341 Ethan Allen Hwy, New Haven ................................................ 388-2225 So. Burlington ................................................................................. 658-5500 Middlebury Construction Group 1341 Ethan Allen Hwy, New Haven ................................................ 388-6699 Morin, J. Michael, 401 Charles Rd, Williston ...................................... 657-4140 Nordic Barn, Mountain Rd, Stowe ....................................................... 253-4531 Northtimber Associates, 11 Lisle Hill Rd, Wilmington ......................... 464-5454 Northern Builders, Inc, Williston .............................. 800-639-2042 or 879-3623 Stanleys, Howard & Rod Barn, VT Rt 236, Sheldon ........................... 933-6165 Tree Top Builders, Underhill ................................................................ 899-1800 Wells Farm Systems, www.fenceandbarns.com, Grand Isle .............. 372-5570 Westover Custom Building, Jericho .................................................... 363-4096 Corey Equine Dental, 86 Sam Webb Rd, Fairfax ............................ 849-2963 Hatfield Equine Dental Services .................................... 384-1607 or 793-4139 Lamoille Valley Veterinary Services 278 VT Rt 15 E, Hyde Park ............................................................ 888-7911 EQUINE SERVICES Beattie, Ivan C, breeder, Barnumville Rd, Manchester ...................... 362-2286 Cardigan Equine Services, Apple Blossom Ln, Canaan ..................... 523-1161 Champlain Valley Exposition Special Events Ctr Everything Equine, spetrie@cvfair.com .......................................... 878-5545 Danville Morgan Horse Farm, breeding, Danville ............................... 684-2251 Derby Pond Animal Hospital, crematory service 2757 US Rt 5, Derby .......................................... 766-2222 or 800-276-3755 Dream on Curls Riding Center 153 Kirk Meadow Rd, Springfield ................................................... 885-4126 Equine Connection, massage, Hinesburg ........................................... 482-3002 Equine Reproduction Workshop (annual event) ................................. 388-2011 Equinox Cycles, breeder, Barnumville Rd, Manchester ...................... 362-2286 Greensboro Animal Hospital, crematory service Garvin Hill Rd, Greensboro ................................ 533-7070 or 800-276-3755 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, horse breeders, Starksboro .................. 453-4419 Henderson, Keeley DVM, equine acupuncture & chiropractic ............ 453-5795 Hewlett, Sam, insemination services Painter Hill Rd, Middlebury ............................................................. 388-3234 Horse Marketplace, advertising, ..................................... toll free 800-836-2888 Jean Waldron, Certified Equine Massage sunbear@pshift.com, 2607 Clay Hill, Johnson ............................... 635-7050 Lucky’s Trailer Sales, stall mats & hook ups So. Royalton ....................................................... 800-877-5854 or 763-2585 Mazza Horse Services, therapeutic riding, www.myhorsetreasures.com, ......... Bridport .................................................. 877-3397 or 349-7073 or 453-5655 EQUINE DENTAL CARE Burlington Equine Veterinary Services LLC 248 Plouffe Farm Ln, Charlotte ...................................................... 425-5454 5 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide Training Mythunderstandings: Choosing Bits covered, pressure-sensitive cartilage. Between the bars, the bit lays across and presses against the horse’s tongue. Depending on its shape and adjustment, a bit can also put pressure on the horse’s lips and on the roof of its mouth. Pressures on the lips are the least effective because the lips are an unstable surface and easily injured. The first thing to look at on any device you put in the horse’s mouth is its contact area—the size of the area that actually touches the horse and transmits pressure or feel. When trainers talk about “pounds of pressure” on a bit, they are really talking about pounds per square inch of pressure over this contact area. The thinner the bit, the less contact area it has and the greater the pounds per square in of pressure. The thicker the bit, the greater the contact area and the lower the pounds per square inch of pressure. Put another way, the thinner the bit, the more noticeable any pressure on the bars will be. With a thicker bit, the same amount of rein pressure will be less noticeable. So the effective size of the mouthpiece is the first thing to look at because it will determine how noticeable the pressure you apply will be. Rough bit surfaces such as twists reduce the area where pressure is felt much like rough tread reduces a tire’s surface area where it meets the road. The second thing to look at is whether the mouthpiece is straight or By Ron Meredith President, Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre Bits are one of the most MythUnderstood pieces of horse equipment man has ever invented. The things that people think they’re supposed to do with a bit in a horse’s mouth are unbelievable. All to often, the human take on the situation is that a horse is a big animal, therefore the pressures needed to control it must be big and strong. That’s a myth. A rocket engine is controlled by tiny bits of information being fed one at a time by a computer. Each of those bits is either a “zero” or a “one”. The bits flow in a pattern called a program that the rocket understands. Same thing with a horse. All it needs are tiny bits of information fed to it with the right timing to get with the program. There are very few surfaces where the bit can apply pressure. So it takes some pretty complex applications of pressure to those few points to create complex communication. The bit must be shaped in such a way and fit properly within the mouth so horse is able to understand what the communication is. Therefore a bit must be both directional and horse logical. It must not cause any injury which will result in temporary numbness. The area in the horse’s mouth where a bit communicates our pressures most effectively to the horse is called the bars. These gaps between the front teeth and the back teeth on either side of the jaw consist of tissue- Choosing bits continued on page 7 EQUINE SERVICESS continued Barton Blacksmith Shop The, West Glover ......................................... 525-3034 Blackthorne Forge, Marshfield ............................................................ 426-3369 Crissi Johnson, Fairfax ....................................................................... 849-9881 Hawk’s Mountain Ironworks, 50 Rt 106, N Springfield ........................ 886-8585 Hendee’s Farrier Service, 467 Belmont Rd, Belmont ......................... 259-2882 Huntington River Smithy, 1735 Main Rd, Huntington ......................... 434-3871 Leslie White, Eden .............................................................................. 635-2788 Northeast Draft Horse Shoeing, 1719 Center Rd, Hyde Park ............. 888-7505 Nunn Studio Forge, 56 South Rd, Bradford ........................................ 222-4696 Peter Polhemus Horseshoeing, Jeffersonville ............... 644-5785 or 283-2421 Rena Gospodarek, Mountain Rd, Bristol ............................................ 453-2875 Scott Doner Horseshoeing, Colchester ............................................... 373-0191 Sven Osgood, Fairfax/Fletcher ........................................................... 849-6229 Thad Gouge, Williamsville .................................................................. 426-3141 Thornwood Farm, Equines & Farriery Ken Norman, W Pawlet .................................................................. 645-9224 Tim Mulligan, Barre ............................................................................. 479-6123 Vermont Farrier Supply, 28 Mackey St, Milton .................................... 893-2789 Wildflower Ironworks, blacksmith/ portable welding 2208 Mountain Rd, Addison ........................................................... 759-2404 Meadow Run Equestrian Ctr, breeding miniature horses 144 Middle Rd, Colchester ............................................................. 879-1124 Midnight Mountain Inc, www.midnightmountain.com workshops ..................................................................................... 276-2139 Milk & Honey Genetics, animal insemination service 62 Singing Cedars Rd, Orwell ........................................................ 948-2700 Nichols, Robert & Pet Food Supplies, animal carcass removal Brandon ......................................................................................... 247-6614 Salisbury Standardbreds, breeders, Salisbury .................................... 352-4204 Thistle Dew Farm Llc 2725 Thompsonburg Rd, Londonberry ........................................... 824-6060 UVM Morgan Horse Farm, Morgan Horse Farm Rd Weybridge ...................................................................................... 388-2011 Uphill Farm, breeders, N Bridgewater Rd, Woodstock ....................... 457-4017 Windy Valley Equine Farm, breeders, 1038 Crooks Rd, Eden ........... 635-2080 EQUINE LIABILITY INSURANCE Champlain Valley Insurance Agency, farm/business 2562 Rt 22A, Bridport ......................................... 758-2150 or 800-941-7719 Co-Operative Insurance Companies, Middlebury .......................... 388-7917 Gaines Insurance Agency, farm, 154 Monkton Rd, Vergennes ........... 877-2878 Laberge Ins. Agency, farm 1 Washington St, Middlebury .............................. 388-2772 or 800-498-1211 Palmer Insurance Agency, Hinesburg ........................................... 482- 5678 Titus Insurance Agency, 4281 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne .................... 985-2453 FEED DEALERS Agway, 780 Brooklyn St, Morrisville .................................................... 888-3321 Bates Farm Home & Garden, 174 Depot St, Enosburg Falls ............. 933-4313 Blue Seal Feeds 38 Union St, Brandon ................................................. 247-9599 or 247-3731 Province St, Richford ............................................................... 800-649-5096 76 Marble, West Rutland ................................................................ 438-2221 Bourdeau & Bushey, Inc 88 Seymour St, Middlebury ............................................................. 388-7000 Sheldon Junction ....................................................... 933-2277 or 933-4581 Community Feed Store, Westminster Station ..................................... 722-9852 EQUINE LEGAL SERVICES Collins, McMahon & Harris, PLLC, Attys. at Law jebert@VT-Law.org, 308 Main St, Burlington ................................. 862-3524 FARRIERS / SUPPLIES Acquaviva, Wm, Butterfield Rd, Marlboro ........................................... 464-2823 6 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide non-leverage bit. Because of this exaggerated pressure and release, curb bits impede true feel and understanding between you and your horse. Curbs are also nondirectional. Their pressure is felt as a clamping between the horse’s chin and the bars of his mouth, and therefore can convey minimal direction to the horse. If you use a chain, the pressure is more noticeable underneath the chin. If you use a thick leather strap, the pressure is more noticeable on the bars of the mouth. In most cases, curb bits are used as a signaling device rather than as a training device to help the horse learn to shape himself correctly. One of the biggest mistakes everybody makes is picturing the bit by itself. The bit is only part of the overall corridor of aids you use to create the shapes you want the horse to take. You do not want the bit to be louder than your legs or seat. You don’t need a big bit to get the horse’s attention and you don’t need a big bit to get the horse stopped. You just need to know how to use a bit to make it understandable and directional to the horse. Whenever you see a horse fighting the bit, he has lost feeling for the rest of the aids. It is just like two people who speak different languages raising their voices louder and louder in an effort to be understood. Rhythm, relaxation and repetition are the cornerstones of good training. Choosing bits continued from page 6 whether it is shaped so it relieves the pressure on the tongue. If the bit is straight, the horse’s tongue absorbs some of the pressure and the horse will feel less pressure on the bars. The bars are the only places in the mouth we can use to communicate an understandable directional pressure. If the mouthpiece is hinged or grooved so it relieves pressure on the tongue, the bit is more noticeable on the bars of the mouth and gives more directional guidance. A tongue groove and a port are not the same thing. A tongue groove is a shallow, raised indentation in the center of the mouthpiece only high enough to relieve tongue pressure. It allows the bit’s pressures to be felt on the bars. A port is a raised groove or attached spoon so tall that it puts pressure on the roof of the mouth when the shanks of the bit are rotated by pulling on the reins. If you could park a little boat in it, it’s a port. A port is severe and nondirectional and cannot teach the horse anything. The third thing to look at is whether the bit has leverage. The way to measure leverage is to compare the distance from the mouthpiece to where the reins attach to the distance from the mouthpiece to the curb chain (or strap). Most curb bits have a 3:1 leverage ratio. That means if you put 10 pounds of pull on the reins, the horse will feel 30 pounds of pressure squeezing his mouth. Leverage decreases the amount of time it takes for the horse to feel bit pressure. If you have a bit with 3:1 leverage, the horse feels 10 pounds of pressure three times faster than he would if you applied 10 pounds of pressure with a non-leverage bit like a snaffle. To make this kind of bit pressure understandable and horse logical you would have to soften the pressure to reward the horse three times as quickly as you would with a FEED DEALERS continued Country Ag Services 6915 US Rt 7, N. Ferrisburgh ......................................................... 425-2213 275 N. Orwell Rd, Orwell ................................................................ 948-2208 Erskine, R B inc. Grain Store, Chester Depot .................................... 875-2333 Equine Gold Inc, 218 Jones Dr, Brandon ............................................ 247-3100 3 Grist Mill Rd, Middlebury ............................................................. 388-1924 Fairlee Feed & Saddlery Inc, Main St, Fairlee .................................... 333-4307 Feed Commodities International Inc Main St, Vergennes ........................................................................ 877-2554 47 Feed Mill Ln, Middlebury ........................................................... 388-2554 Guy’s Farm & Yard 19 Barre St, Montpelier ................................................................... 229-0567 Morrisville ....................................................................................... 888-2025 Rt 2A, Williston ............................................................................... 878-5112 Hammond’s East Valley Supply, 147 Rt 14 S, Randolph .................... 728-3904 Hook & Hoof, 5075 US Rt 7, Ferrisburg .............................................. 877-6320 Howard’s Home & Garden, Memorial Dr, St. Johnsbury ..................... 748-3127 Island Hardware & Feed Inc, 3 N Main St, Alburgh ............................ 796-3475 Johnson Hardware & Rental, VT Rt 15, W. Johnson .......................... 635-7282 Lucerne Farms, www.lucernefarms.com ..................................... 800-723-4923 Brattleboro Agway, Brattleboro ....................................................... 254-8755 Community Feed Store, Westminister Station ................................ 722-9852 Moon Mountain, Brookfield ............................................................. 276-3499 Fairlee Feed & Saddlery, Fairlee .................................................... 333-4307 Farm Way, Inc, Bradford ................................................................. 222-9316 Whites Dairy Supply, N. Hartland ................................................... 295-2962 Northstar Farm Supply, S. Royalton ............................................... 763-8870 Woodstock Farm, Garden & Pet Supply, Woodstock ..................... 457-3006 R.B. Erskine, Inc Grain & Supplies, Chester Depot ....................... 875-2333 LaValley Building Supply, Ludlow ................................................... 228-4665 Whitman’s Feed Store, Inc, N. Bennington ............................. 800-521-2705 Depot Home & Garden, Essex Jct .............................................. 878-8596 Instructor and trainer Ron Meredith has refined his “horse logical” methods for communicating with equines over 40 years as a horse professional. He is president of Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre (147 Saddle Lane, Waverly, WV 26184; 800.679.2603; www.meredithmanor.edu), an ACCET accredited equestrian educational institution. L.D. Oliver Seed Co, Milton ............................................................ 893-4628 St. Albans Co-Op Store, St. Albans ................................................ 524-9366 Guy’s Farm Yard, Williston ............................................................. 878-5112 Guy’s Farm Yard, Montpelier .......................................................... 229-0567 Guy’s Farm Yard, Morrisville .......................................................... 888-2025 Kenyon’s Variety, Waitsfield ........................................................... 496-3922 Montpelier Agway Farm & Garden, Montpelier ............................... 229-9187 Garland’s Agway, Rutland .............................................................. 773-2422 Otter Valley Supply, Rutland ........................................................... 775-2216 Blue Seal Feed, Inc, Brandon ........................................................ 547-3731 Middlebury Farm & Garden, Middlebury ......................................... 388-4937 Paris Farmers Union, Middlebury ................................................... 388-3139 S.E. Smith & Company, West Rutland ........................................... 438-2221 Farmyard Store, Derby ................................................................... 766-2714 Lyndonville Agway, Lyndonville ...................................................... 626-5538 Pick N Shovel Hardware, Newport ................................................. 334-8370 Menard’s Agway, 780 Brooklyn, Morrisville ......................................... 888-3321 Morrison’s Custom Feeds, Inc, Town Hwy 100, Barnet ..................... 633-4387 Morrison’s Feed Bag, 1186 Memorial Dr, St Johnsbury ...................... 748-0010 Nutrena, Farmstore Consultant 4636 East Hubbardtown, Castleton ........................... 273-3622 or 779-4500 Oliver Seed Co Inc, Sunset Ave, Milton .............................................. 893-4628 Otter Valley Supply, 2 Ripley Rd, Rutland ........................................... 775-2216 Peaceful Valley Farm & Home Supply, Rt 7 Pownal ........................... 823-7303 Phoenix Feeds & Nutrition 5482 Ethan Allen Hwy, New Haven ................................................ 453-6684 934 North St, New Haven ............................................................... 453-6689 Plainfield Hrdw Farm Mkt & Grdn Ctr, US Rt 2 ................................... 454-1000 Platform Supplements, www.platformfeed.com Popoma Farm, Whitingham ............................................................ 623-6220 Red Rose Feed Farm Supply, Whiting ................................................ 247-6700 River Bend Farm Supplies, 320 Riverdale Rd, Townshend ................ 365-7800 7 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide ing. First we show them what we want them to do. When we’re sure that they understand what we are showing them, we begin to ask for it. When the horse consistently does what we ask, he has reached a level of sophistication where we can tell him what we want and expect to get the correct response every time. At this stage in the horse’s training, if he does not do what we tell him to do, we can enforce our request with stronger aids without upsetting his training program one bit. If the horse bucks or backs because his equipment is hurting him, it would be unjust to enforce our request. However, if he’s bucking because he’s having a tantrum or shying at the barn cat out of high spirits and we fail to enforce our request, we reinforce the evasion. Today’s evasion quickly becomes tomorrow’s bad habit. Bucking continued on page 8 Bucking, shying and other attention deficit disorders By Faith Meredith Director, Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre There may be a few enthusiastic riders out there who look forward to the challenge of riding their horse through a fit of bucking or shying when they mount up. Most of us, however, would prefer that our horses never did either one while we are on their backs. Whenever horses start behaving badly, we try to give them the benefit of the doubt. The horse that bucks may have a saddle or girth that’s pinching him uncomfortably. Or he may simply be high on life and feeling really good. The horse that shies may be hypersensitive to noise or reacting to the excitement of a windy day. Or he may be in need of a lot of patient “spook proofing” to build his confidence and recondition his responses to unfamiliar sights and sounds. The horse that backs full speed across the arena when his rider asks him to go forward may be trying to escape a severe bit or a rider’s unrelenting hands. More often, however, behaviors like bucking, shying, standing up or that unrequested backing are the horse’s way of evading something the rider has asked him to do and that he understands perfectly well how to do. If the rider does not recognize what has happened and take measures to correct it immediately, the horse learns that evasion has its rewards. He doesn’t have to do whatever it was he didn’t want to do. Better yet, if he frightens his rider badly enough, the lesson may end altogether. What a deal! In our training program, we take horses through four stages of learnFEED DEALERS continued FEED MANUFACTURERS Cargill Animal Nutrition/Nutrena, 149 Jonergin Dr, Swanton .............. 868-3232 Feed Commodities, 1376 E Main St, Newport .................................... 334-2942 Green Mountain Feeds, Main St, Bethel ............................................. 234-6278 Rowell Bros Ford, Hardwick ................................................................ 472-5546 Sweet Trucking, Inc, VT Rt 104, Cambridge ....................................... 644-5470 Vermont Organic Grain, Main St, Bethel ............................................. 234-5433 Walkers Farm Home & Tack, www.walkerstore.cc 555 Fairfax Rd, St. Albans .............................................................. 524-9255 White Dairy Supply, 500 Rt 5, Hartland .............................................. 295-2962 FEED STORES Agway 1032 Prim Rd, Colchester .............................................................. 864-5545 338 Exchange St, Middlebury ........................................................ 388-4937 190 E. Montpelier Rd, Montpelier ................................................... 229-9187 780 Brooklyn St, Morristown ........................................................... 888-0044 Walnut St, St. Albans ............................................................... 800-642-3136 364 Essex Rd, Williston ...................................... 800-498-3306 or 878-3301 VT Rt 100, Waterbury ..................................................................... 244-6601 BJ’s Farm Supply Inc, 1326 Panton Rd, Panton ................................. 475-2492 Blue Seal Feeds, Inc, www.blueseal.com .......................................................... Union St, Brandon .......................... 247-3731 or 247-9599 or 800-766-6391 Richford ............................................................................... 1-800-649-5096 Bourdeau Bros., bourbush@together.net 88 Seymour St, Middlebury ................................ 388-7000 or 800-639-7051 Sheldon .......................................... 800-499-2128 or 933-4581 or 933-2277 Brian’s Farm Supply, 2155 S Bingham St, Cornwall ........................... 462-3624 Broughton Farm Supply, VT Rt 22A, Bridport ..................................... 758-2477 Clark’s Feed Store, 51 Prospect St, Barre .......................................... 476-4611 Country Agricultural Services N. Ferrisburgh ................................................................................. 425-2213 N. Orwell Rd, Orwell ....................................................................... 948-2208 Depot Farm Supply Leicester/Whiting Rd, Leicester Jct ................................................ 247-6700 Whiting ............................................................... 247-6700 or 800-244-3102 Depot Home & Garden, 36 Park St, Essex Jct ................................ 878-8596 Doggone Styles & Creature Features, Middlebury Marble Works, Middlebury ........................................... 388-2879 8 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide Bucking continued from page 6 The best way to deal with an evasion is to ride the horse forward assertively. The idea is to channel the horse’s evasive energy into forward movement. The average rider finds this a scary thing to do when their horse is behaving badly, however. And if they don’t have an independent seat, they may not be capable of riding the horse forward assertively. Their fears allow the horse’s evasion to succeed and a bad habit gets started. Our students get a lot of experience riding horses like these when discouraged owners send their horses to Meredith Manor for “reform school.” Upper level riders like a horse that’s bursting with energy because they can direct that energy into the horse’s work. Less skilled riders may want to make sure an energetic horse has plenty of turnout time during the day or at least before their riding sessions begin so the horse can spend its excess energy playing rather than evading. If your horse has developed a persistent evasion, you seek help from a trainer who can return him to ranks of solid citizens and improve your riding skills to build your confidence. The best way to prevent the occasional evasion from turning into a regular bad habit is to keep the horse’s attention on you at all times. Attention is a learned habit for both the horse and the handler or rider. We start our young horses with a groundwork program we call heeding because its goal is to get the horse to pay complete attention to its handler at all times. At the same time, students learn to put their attention completely on their horse. If you are physically with your horse but men- tally thinking about the what kind of pizza you want for dinner or what song you want to download from your computer, you are not paying attention to your horse. So why should he pay attention to you? When you cultivate the habits of paying attention to your horse every moment you are with him on the ground and of bringing his attention back to you whenever it wanders, those habits carry over into your riding. To ride well, you must pay attention to every stride the horse takes, stride after stride. When you give your horse that level of attention, you start to automatically pick up on and correct those small losses of attention on the horse’s part that are the beginning of an evasion. Then a full blown evasion simply never happens. Just like people, different horses will have different attention spans. Young horses have short attention spans just like young children. So their lessons should be short enough to end on a good note before they get too tired to pay attention any more. Some horses are more focused while others tend to get distracted easily. Developing concentration—both your own and that of your horse—is a skill that is just as important to good riding as developing balance or understanding the aids. Faith Meredith, Director of Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre, has joined her husband Ron Meredith in writing articles for the Centre’s extremely popular series for horse enthusiasts in all disciplines. Ron’s articles focus mainly on training while Faith’s focus on riding. FEED STORES continued 63 Maple St, Middlebury ................................................................. 388-0110 Feed N Seed Pet Food Outlet, 217 N Main St, Rutland ..................... 775-1160 Grain Shed, Alburg .............................................................................. 796-3475 Guy’s Farm & Yard VT Rt. 2A, Williston ........................................................................ 878-5112 155 Portland St, Morrisville ............................................................ 888-2025 19 Barre St, Montpelier ................................................................... 229-0567 Hillcrest Tack Shop, 183 Fowler Rd, Plainfield ................................... 454-8597 Huestis Farm Supply, 3877 Crown Point Rd, Bridport ........................ 758-2289 Johnson Farm & Garden, VT Rt 15, Johnson .................................... 635-7282 L.D. Oliver Seed Co, Sunset Ave, Milton ............................................ 893-4628 McCuin O C & Sons, Highgate Center ................................................ 868-3261 Nutrena, Farmstore Consultant 4636 East Hubbardtown, Castleton ................................................ 273-3622 Phoenix Feeds & Nutrition 5482 Ethan Allen Hwy, New Haven ................................................ 453-6684 934 North St, New Haven ............................................................... 453-6689 Poulin Grain, Inc, www.poulingrain.com 24 Depot St, Swanton ......................................... 800-750-5947 or 868-3323 Walkers Farm Home & Tack, www.walkerstore.cc 555 Fairfax Rd, St. Albans .............................................................. 524-9255 FENCE A.H. Fence Co, Georgia ...................................................................... 893-1135 A Scenic Fence Company, Newfane ................................................... 365-4534 Catamount Fence Company, 2293 Rt 125, Cornwall ................................................ 462-3380 or toll free 866-500-3380 Catamount Fence Company, 2293 VT Rt 125 Cornwall ................................................ 462-3381 or toll free 866-500-3380 Cedar Ledge fence & Property, cedarledgefence@isp.com 11 Hamblin Rd, Cornwall ................................................................ 462-2100 Champlain Valley Fencing, Colchester ............................................... 324-2041 Cifco Crystal Ice & Fuel Inc, 103 Frost Pt, Brattleboro .................................... 254-4591 or 800-553-0401 9 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide FENCING continued Cooper Fence Co Burlington ........................................................... 800-696-3362 or 862-6040 Rutland ........................................................................................... 773-9166 Corner Rail Co, Tunbridge .................................................................. 889-3514 Custom Courts, Rt 14, Sharon ............................................................ 763-8635 Dan Roy Fence, Newport .................................................................... 344-0191 Elm Hill Farm Fencing, Colchester ..................................................... 878-4111 Farm-Way Inc, www.farm-way.com VT Rt 25 E, Bradford ............................................................... 800-222-9316 F. E. Hart Fence Co, Inc, www.FEHart.com 394 Shunpike Rd, Williston ............... 862-6691 or 862-6650 or 862-7935 F.R. Lafayette, 52 Kellogg Rd, Essex ................................................. 878-5341 Feerick Fence, feericenterprises@yahoo.com 1192 Main, Fairfax .......................................................................... 849-6296 Flack’s Gallagher Power Fencing, Enosburg Falls ............................. 933-7752 Frontier Fence, N. Hero ...................................................................... 372-9037 Gallup Brook Fencing, Jeffersonville ............................................. 644-8080 Golden Eagle Fence Co, 138 Dawley Rd, Mt Holly ............................ 259-3371 Grandview Construction & Fence Co, Addison .................................. 238-1854 Green Mountain Fence, Glover ........................................................... 525-6566 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Hawk Creek Fence Co, www.hawkcreekfence.com 6088 US Rt 7, Ferrisburg .................................... 425-7157 or 888-429-5273 Home Depot The, ......................................................... toll free 1-800-201-5240 Homestead Fence Co 61 Chipman Point Rd, Orwell .................................... 948-2244 or 989-0948 Ideal Fuels, 259 Ben Mont Av, Bennington ......................................... 442-5188 Invisible Fence of Northern Vermont 446 Shunpike Rd, Williston ................................ 800-769-6379 or 863-6329 Lafayette F R Inc, 52 Kellogg Rd, Essex ............................................ 878-5341 Building Barns with Distinction Maple Tree Fence Co, Shelburne ....................................................... 864-9090 Meadows Edge Fence, www.meadowsedgefence.net Colchester ...................................................................................... 999-8001 Middlebury Fence Company, www.middleburyfence.com 1442 US Rt 7, Middlebury ................................. Burlington Tel No 658-5500 1341 Ethan Allen Highway, New Haven ......................................... 388-2225 ............................................................................... or toll free 866-689-5041 S. Burlington ................................................................................... 658-5500 Muscatello’s Custom Fence, 28 Stratton Rd, Rutland ........................ 342-6115 National Rent-A-Fence, www.rentnational.com toll free ......................................................... 866-877-3574 or 800-352-5675 New England Fence, Bethel ............................................................... 259-3300 Olson Invisible Fence, Sunderland ..................................................... 375-1179 Pratico’s Landscaping & Fence Co, www.praticos.com 349N Main St, Rutland .................................................................. 775-4382 Rossi A D Corp, 69 Concord Av, St Johnsbury ........................................................................... 748-4378 or 800-237-6774 Round Hill Fence & Security Inc, www.roundhillfence.com VT Rt 14, Irasburg .............................................. 800-427-6320 or 754-6328 Burlington Tel No ............................................................................ 863-0567 Sanford, Ben, 2704 Church Hill Rd, Woodstock ................................. 457-9812 Scarzello, Rick, N. Fayston ................................................................. 496-3462 Springfield Fence Co Inc, 50 VT Rt 106, N. Springfield ...................... 886-2221 Straightline Fencing, 26 Raymond Hill Rd, Orwell .............................. 948-2775 Wayside Fences, 218 Marlboro Rd, VT Rt 9, Brattleboro ................... 254-5838 Wells Farm Systems, www.fenceandbarns.com, Grand Isle .............. 372-5570 Westwood Fences, VT Rt 16, Irasburg ............................................... 754-8486 White’s Fence, Hinesburg ................................................................... 482-2754 Wilderness Fence Co, Duck Pond Rd, Barton .................................... 525-1113 Williams Fence Co, 84 Wellwood Orchard Rd, Weathersfield ............ 263-5477 Yesteryear Fencing Split Cedar Rails, 96 VT Rt 14, Irasburg ............. 754-2733 HORSE CARRIAGES Acme Carriage Works, 4683 Rt 12, Braintree ..................................... 728-6060 Lajoie Stables, 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge .................................... 644-5347 Munson, Karen J Horse & Buggy Service 1342 Old Stage Rd, Westford ......................................................... 878-7715 Running Brook Farm Carriage Barn Blood Hill Rd, West Windsor .......................................................... 484-3030 Sterling Mountain Farm Carriage Service, Stowe ............................... 635-1741 HORSE FURNISHINGS Horseysets, horse fashions .................................. (866-3horsey) 866-346-7739 Irwin’s Tack Shop, Ferrisburgh ............................................................ 877-3665 Sanborn, H N & Son, Main St, Chelsea .............................................. 685-4646 State Line Tack in Petsmart, 21 Trader Ln, Williston .......................... 872-1819 Tack Box, The, www.tackbox.net, 3424 Roosevelt Hwy, Colchester .................................................... 878-2813 Tony’s Tack Shop, 34 Park St #9, Essex Jct ........... 876-4444 or 800-667-6611 Walker’s Farm Home & Tack, www.walkerstore.cc 555 Fairfax Rd, St. Albans .............................................................. 524-9255 Wimsey’s Echo Equestrian, 1696 Rt 2, Marshfield ............................. 426-2088 Zoe’s Tack Room & Café, 3825 Ethan Allen Hgy, Charlotte ............... 425-5867 B.C. Beeman, North Building & Remodeling Build • Design • Remodel 849-6874 Fairfax, VT Greg Beeman HORSE HAY Baldwin Farm, ................................................................ 482-2589 or 238-8804 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Hay bales, certified organic ................................................................. 893-6302 Horse hay ............................................................................................ 644-2423 Holdman, Wm Inc, Jersey Rd, Middlebury .......................................... 388-6772 Marc & Diane Cote, Morrisville ........................................................... 888-3949 Mulch Hay, .......................................................................................... 644-2423 Quality Horse Hay, round bales, will deliver ........................................ 453-4419 10 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide If you notice a change in your horse’s feet, you should look at management and other factors that could have changed such as diet, environment, a new farrier, illness, fever, stall cleanliness, lameness, or weather. Farrier tips every horse owner should read Every horse and every hoof is unique. Deciding what is best for you horse and your horses feet, is an important part of owning a horse. Finding a good farrier that is knowledgeable, on time and willing to work with you is important. Consult your farrier and get his advice. He’ll decide if your horse needs shoes based on a number of factors. Your farrier should ask you some questions like the following to help you both decide what to do: • Does your horse have on a good quality bell boot that fits correctly? • What kind and how much work is your horse doing? • What kind of footing do you ride on? • What is the footing in your horse’s turn-out like? • Are your pastures deep and muddy? • Do your horse’s feet chip short or grow long when barefoot? • • What time of year is it that you are considering? Are there any other horses in the field that your horse is not getting along with, causing them to run around inappropriately? • Does your horse have any tendon or ligament injuries? • Is your horse being left out for too long and getting restless? • Does your horse get abscesses or stone bruises easily? • • Is your horse competing, and if so does he move better with or without shoes? Are the shoes that are on your horse the right size, or are they too big, leaving too much steel out behind him to grab with a back foot? • What is your budget? If something starts to change, like a new crack or change in shape, you should be aware of it right away. HORSE HAY continued Ryan, A G, Whiting .............................................................................. 623-7454 Ryan, Clayton, 3225 Richville Rd, Shoreham ..................................... 897-5921 Standing hay ....................................................................................... 644-5055 Vanasse Farms Hay & Sawdust Etc Willoughby Lake Rd, Orleans ......................................................... 754-8881 HORSE TRAILERS Green Mountain Trailers Inc, Cornwall ................................................ 462-3956 Harvest Moon Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro ..................................... 453-4419 Lucky’s Trailer Sales, 402 VT Rt 107 S. Royalton ......................................................... 800-877-5854 or 763-2585 Mountain View Dairy Supplies, Cornwall ............................................ 462-3956 Upper Ten Trailer Sales, Inc 33 Gardner Circle, Hinesburg ............................. 800-533-0504 or 482-2250 HORSE TRAILERS / REPAIRS Hall’s Hitches, Riverside Ave, Burlington ............................................ 864-5857 Underhill Automotive, VT Rt 15, Underhill ...................................... 899-2314 Upper 10 Trailer Sales, 33 Gardner Circle, Hinesburg ............................. 800-533-0504 or 482-2250 HORSE TRAINING Arbrook, Dakin Farm Rd, Ferrisburgh ................................................. 877-0048 Beech Hill Farm, 1779 South St, New Haven ..................................... 453-7229 C. Terry Holden, equine behaviorist, Cambridge ................................ 644-2759 Not all shoes are created equal. The best shoe for one horse is not necessarily the best shoe for another horse. Every horse and every hoof is an individual. Some of the factors that your farrier should consider when picking out the right shoe for your horse are the shape of the hoof, the job of your horse, the type of footing you ride in, and your riding discipline. Cedar Spring Farm, Morgan show horse, bonnies461@aol.com Charlotte ......................................................................................... 425-7211 Cloverleaf Meadows, 315 Rt 2, Alburg ............................................... 796-3155 Daydream Stable & Massage, daydream@equinsite.com Alburg ............................................................................................. 782-2769 Eddy Farm School for Horse & Rider 1815 South St Ext, Middlebury ....................................................... 388-6196 Equine Connections, www.equineconnections.net 89 Apple Ridge Rd, Bradford .......................................................... 222-5536 Equestry, The, 829 South St, New Haven ........................................... 453-4424 Flatlander Farm, flatlanderfarmvt@yahoo.com 20 Burritt Rd, Hinesburg ................................................................. 373-0129 Fox Horn Farm, 3022 Spear St, Charlotte .......................................... 425-5219 Gray Ghost Farm, 160 Murray Ave, Milton .......................................... 893-2105 Harvest Moon Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro ..................................... 453-4419 Hitching Post Farm, Hitching Post Farm Rd, South Royalton ............. 763-8164 Perry Farm, 509 Dutton Brook Ln, Brownington ................................. 754-2396 Rocky Knoll Stables, Charlotte ........................................................... 238-5733 Rough Terrain Farm, leslie@roughterrainfarm.com Randolph Ctr ............................................................ 728-5945 or 279-5945 Salisbury Standardbreds, Salisbury .................................................... 352-4204 Salisbury Station Stable, www.salisburystation.com 124 Dewey Rd, Salisbury ............................................................... 352-1046 Top Notch Horse facility, Cornwall ................................. 462-3215 or 462-3530 Wild Hooves, massage & horse training, Heather Tate Fair Haven ...................................................................................... 265-4659 11 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide leading Miniature Horse registry with The American Miniature Horse By Nanette Hughston The breed of the American Miniature Horse is a result of nearly 400 years of selective breeding. Many historians believe that the Miniature Horse breed as a derivative of many horses. In prehistoric times small horse breeds were most likely the products of surviving harsh natural climates and limited feed. Today, knowledge of genetics has made the possibility of breeding specifically for size and reality. Importing small horses to the United States was first mentioned in 1888, with research showing very little public awareness of true Miniatures until 1960. American Miniature Horses utilized the blood of English and Dutch mine horses brought into the United States in the 19th century and used in some Appalachian coal mines as late as 1950. The American Miniature Horse, as documented in the pedigrees of Miniature horse breeds today, also drew upon the blood of the Shetland Pony. Throughout its colorful past, the Miniature Horse breed has been bred for pets, novelty, research, monetary gain, mining work, exhibition and royal gifts. The size of a miniature horse is usually no larger than a large dog. American Miniature Horses are “miniature” versions of well balanced horses possessing confirmation characteristics found in most equine breeds. Miniature horses can be a large variety of colors and types. The temperament of the “mini’s” are eager to please, they make a gentle and affectionate companion for individuals of any age or ability. The American Miniature Horse tends to be very versatile as a petite horse. They tend to excel in a variety of disciplines which includes: driving, halter, free jumping, obstacles and many more. The American Miniature Horse Association (AMHA) is the worlds nearly 160,000 horses and more than 12,000 members in 37 countries and provinces. The association was founded in 1978 promoting the breeding, use and perpetuation of a standard of equine excellence in miniature , separate and apart from ponies and other small equines. Horses that are registered with the AMHA must meet the Association standard of perfection and cannot exceed 34 inches in height at the withers as measured from the last hairs of the main. The organization was created by a group of dedicated horsemen, the AMHA was created in 1978 in Arlington, Texas. Their goal was very simple – to encourage the breeding, exhibition, and perpetuation of the American Miniature Horse. This is separate and apart from ponies and other small equines. The AMHA is one of the worlds fastest growing equine organizations and they continue to grow to increased numbers in registrations, transfers, show entries and increased memberships each year. The American Miniature Horse Association is currently the leading Miniature Horse Registy. If you have not had the change to see these amazing horses, then you need to try to find a farm and go visit, you will not regret it. These cute little horses are absolutely incredible and well worth a farm visit. Nanette Hughston is a freelance writer from the southern US Region. Check out her website at http://www.dressageamerica.com. HORSE TRANSPORT Bateman Horse Vans, 26 River, Windsor ............................................ 674-9300 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Windy Willows Farm, 833 Grow Rd, Johnson ..................................... 635-7300 Flatlander Farm, flatlanderfarmvt@yahoo.com 20 Burritt Rd, Hinesburg ................................................................. 373-0129 Friesian Sport Horses, www.geocities.com/cragglylea Montpelier ....................................................................................... 223-3324 Good Hope Equestrian Center, S. Hero .............................................. 372-4087 Gray Ghost Farm, 108 Murray Ave, Milton .......................................... 893-2105 Green Mountain Curlies, Inc, http://greenmountaincurlies.official.ws Marshfield ....................................................................................... 426-3136 Green Mountain Icelandic Horses, VT Rt 315, Rupert ........................ 394-7753 Half Moon Miniature Horses, 446 Messier Rd, Franklin ..................... 285-2202 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Herrmann’s Royal Lipizzan Stallions of Austria, N. Hero .................... 372-8400 Hidden Acres Amigo Shetland Ponies, hiddenacres@charter.new Barre ....................................................................... 1-866-533-8351 pin5250 Hilltop Stables, 75 Poker Hill Rd, Underhill ......................................... 899-1060 Imajica, 3188 S Brownell Rd, Williston ............................................... 660-0401 Lajoie Stables, 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge .................................... 644-5347 Lasting View Morgans, 462 Willow Brook Rd, Plainfield ..................... 469-3608 Meadow Run Equestrian Center, 20 Middle Rd, Colchester ............... 879-1124 Pond Hill Ranch, saddle horses & ponies, Castleton ......................... 468-2449 S C Morgans, www.stallionstation.com/scmorgans/ 108 Morgan Hill Rd, N. Hero .......................................................... 372-3080 Skyland Arabians, skylandarabians@hotmail.com ............................. 457-3917 Starfire Ranch, 420 Morgan Rd E., Wheeelock .................................. 626-9919 Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, Inc 4429 Main St, Waitsfield ................................................................. 496-3282 Top Notch Horse facility, Cornwall ................................. 462-3215 or 462-3530 Top O’ the Hill Farm, www.vermontel.net/~top 153 Kirk Meadow Rd, Springfield ................................................... 885-9101 Tradition Farm Shetland Ponies, 43 Beebe Rd, Swanton ................... 868-4207 Velvet Miniatures, velvetminis@aol.com 1321 West Hill Rd, Wolcott ............................................................. 888-2290 Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm, Inc 3061 N. Fayston Rd, N. Fayston .................................................... 496-7141 HORSES Briar Hill Farm, www.briarhillfarm.com 1082 East Hill Rd, (E. Calais) Plainfield ......................................... 456-1680 Brookside Stables Haflingers, brooksidestables@msn.com Wilmington .......................................................................................... 464-0267 Cedar Spring Farm, Morgan show horses, bonnies461@aol.com Charlotte ......................................................................................... 425-7211 Deerfield Farm Icelandics, www.deerfieldfarmvt.com 542 Geary Rd, Lincoln .................................................................... 453-3247 Destiny Morgan Farm, 424 Creek Farm Rd, Colchester ..................... 878-1319 Endeavor Paso Finos, www.endeavorpasofinos.com 386 Nichols Rd, Fairfax .................................................................. 849-6623 Faerie Court Farm – Arabians, info@faeriecourtfarm.com 683 So Middlebrook Rd, Vergennes 12 FEED DEALERS continued 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide Keeping a horse in the back yard By Philippe Wiskell Is keeping a horse at home right for you? As more people move to the outskirts of town, many consider keeping horses at home. With a country home and a few acres of land childhood dreams of having a horse of their own no longer seem unattainable. But, what does it take to keep a horse at home? To begin with, you need to consider where you would keep the horse. Do you have an old barn? Is it suited for horses? What about space for the horse to graze? Older barns can often be converted into horse-suitable buildings. While dairy stanchions are not safe for horses, many barns have an open floor plan or pre-built stalls. Stalls should be large enough for a horse to easily turn around in, about 10’x10' for the average horse. Barn ceilings should be at least 8' high. Some barns are more easily converted into run-in sheds which can be left open to the paddock or closed by a gate to keep the horses in. If you do not have a barn, you will need to build a shelter. This can range from a simple two or three sided run-in shelter to a mini barn with stalls for the horses, space for keeping equipment, and a lockable room for storing feed. When selecting grazing land, you should consider that the horse will need access to water at all times. While a stream or a pond might seem like a good idea, horses quickly damage the banks and muddy the drinking water. When winter comes natural water sources freeze and can’t be used. The best solution is to place a water trough where it can easily be reached by a hose. Relatively inexpensive, a trough combined with an HORSES continued Water Tower Farm, Registered Tennessee Walkers P.O. Box 225, Marshfield ................................................................ 426-3781 Willoughby View Equestrian Ctr 1483 Bible Hill Rd, St Johnsbury .................................................... 748-3446 Windy Willows Farm, 833 Grow Rd, Johnson ..................................... 635-7300 Wortheim’s Hidden Valley Ranch 370 Wortheim Ln, Richmond ................................................... 800-434-2362 MINIATURE DONKEYS Ass-Pirin Acres, minidonk@together.net, Addison .............................. 759-2665 Northern Vermont Llama Co, Waterville .............................................. 644-2257 MONUMENTS Artistic Stone, www.artisticstone.org 30 Stony Corners, East Montpelier ............................. toll free 866-826-4029 Bianchi Stone Crafters, 89 Center Rd, Essex Jct ............................... 879-7108 Champlain Monuments, 848 Sheldon Rd, St. Albans ......................... 524-4104 Densmore Monument Co, 1459 Shelburne Rd, S. Burlington ............ 863-3775 Everlasting Stone Family & Pet Monuments Sugarwood Rd, Plainfield ............................................................... 454-1050 Kuhn Memorials LTD 567 US Rt 2, S. Hero .......................................... 800-453-5846 or 372-3306 Minor Brothers Memorials, US Rt 7, Milton ......................................... 893-6323 Northeast Granite Co, www.petmarkerman.com 2 Granite St, Montpelier ................................................................. 223-3502 Plouff’s Monument Co, Inc 26 Swanton Rd, St. Albans ............................................................. 524-5145 Enosburg Falls ................................................................................ 933-4346 Senesac Memorials, Isle La Motte ...................................................... 928-3318 Vermont Monument Company, www.vermonco.com Morrisville ........................................................... 888-6280 or 866-886-3655 electrical trough heater will keep the water drinkable all year long. Adding a few feeder goldfish will keep the mosquito population under control, reducing the risk of West Nile. Unless you intend to supplement with hay, each horse requires an average of 2 acres of grazing land. Because horses can be very hard on the paddocks, the grazing space should be separated into two areas that can be rotated to allow the grass to recover. If your farm is already fenced it is essential to check the perimeter of the grazing space for places where the fencing needs repair. Barbed wire is never recommended for horses. Metal “T” posts are dangerous, and should have plastic caps added to avoid injury. Page wire is safe enough, but is best with a top rail or an electric wire to prevent the horses from reaching over it. Split rail fencing can be used, but most old-style split rail fences are not tall enough or solid enough to deter a horse from escaping. When choosing new fencing, take time to consider the variety of horse safe fencing materials available. While some are more expensive, they Keeping a horse continued on page14 MORGAN HORSES Absolute Morgans, morgans@madriver.com 139 Schoolhouse Rd, Walthan ....................................................... 545-2457 American Morgan Horse Assoc, www.morganhorse.com 122 Bostwick Rd, Shelburne .......................................................... 985-4944 American Morgan Horse Institute 166 Meadow Ln, Shelburne ............................................................ 985-8477 Cedar Spring Farm, bonnies461@aol.com, Charlotte ........................ 425-7211 Denlore Morgan Horse Farm, denlore@vermontel.net Sharon ............................................................................................ 763-2516 Destiny Morgan Farm, 424 Creek Farm Rd, Colchester ..................... 878-1319 East of Equinox Farm, eqnxmrgn@vermontel.net Manchester Ctr ............................................................................... 362-2286 Fayre Farm, 1974 Dunsmore Rd, Swanton ........................................ 524-4819 GDT Morgans, morgan@pwshift.com, Johnson ................................. 635-2948 Goodhorse Farm, anything@goodhorsefarm.com, Chester ............... 875-2621 High Brook Morgan Horses, HMBH@vthorseco.com So Woodstock ................................................................................ 457-4677 13 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide Keeping a horse continued from page13 often outlast the cheaper alternatives. A fence for horses should be at least 4' high. Over the summer months horses can often manage on grass alone. However, once the grass thins it is important to add hay. Hay can be purchased in many types of bales. Round bales are ideal for feeding in the pasture, but are hard to move without a tractor. Large square bales are also difficult to move, but can have flakes peeled off and fed individually. Small square bales also come in flakes and are easy to manage. Hay should be stored indoors, whether in the barn or in a shelter. Small square bales mold easily when allowed to get wet. Large round bales can be stored outside if necessary, but the outer layers will be spoiled. Some horses need additional feed to maintain their weight. Grain for horses can be purchased at the local feed mill by the bag. To store grain you should keep it indoors, out of the reach of horses. If a horse gets into a bag of grain it can become very sick and need medical attention. Not all hay or grain is suited to horses and could cause health issues. Be sure to specify it is for horses when purchasing feed. Horses should never be fed moldy hay. When planning storage, be sure to leave space to store bedding. The most common types of bedding are shavings, which can be bought in bags or in bulk and straw, which is sold in bales. Stalls should be cleaned daily and run-in shelters should be cleaned at least once a week. Manure needs to be stored in a place where it will not contaminate any water sources. Like any other pet, horses require regular veterinary care . Annual vaccinations such as Rabies, Tetanus and the West Nile are due in the spring. The vet should also check the horse’s teeth once a year to file away any sharp points that prevent the horse from eating properly. Quarterly worming will keep the horse parasite free. Additionally, the horse will require attention from the farrier every six MORGAN HORSES continued Hotspur Hill Morgans, AndreaAlsup@dartmouth.edu Bradford .......................................................................................... 222-3372 Iron Horse Lippitt Morgans, 687 Orton Rd, North Walden .................. 553-9802 Meadowsong, stableman@aol.com, Randolph Ctr ............................. 728-4391 Mettowee Morgans, mettowee39@aol.com 1380 Old Stage Rd, Westford ......................................................... 878-4128 Mic Mac Morgans, Micmac@vermontel.net, Brookfield ...................... 728-9890 Partridge Hill Stable, phsmorgans@yahoo.com 160 Partridge Rd, Barre .................................................................. 476-3275 Raymond Homestead, raymond_homestead@verizon.net 195 Thompson Rd, Jeffersonville ................................................... 644-8835 Royalton’s Sunrise Farm, Inc, ronaldg131@aol.com So Royalton .................................................................................... 763-8313 Royalty Morgans, 250 Fleury Rd, Hyde Park ...................................... 888-7795 Saga Morgans, sagamrgn@together.net, N Bennington .................... 442-5945 Sc Morgans, scmorgans@surfglobal.net 108 Morgan Hill Rd, N Hero ........................................................... 372-3080 The Perry Farm, perryfarm@together.net, Brownington ..................... 754-2396 UVM Morgan Horse Farm, www.uvm.edu/morgan 74 Battell Dr, Weybridge ................................................................. 388-2011 Luman Wadhams Stable, lwadhams@together.net 171 Applewood Rd, Warren ............................................................ 496-0505 MUSEUMS Billings Farm & Museum, www.billingsfarm.org P.O. Box 489, Woodstock ........................ 457-2355 ext. 28 or 291-0023 (days) ..................................................................................... 457-2648 (evenings) National Museum of the Morgan Horse Bostwick Rd, Shelburne ................................................................. 985-8665 to eight weeks. If the feet are left too long they will crack or overgrow and the horse will become lame. Some horses require shoes, but most are quite happy when left barefoot. Horses are herd animals. While some horses will manage when kept alone, most prefer to have some form of companionship. A second horse, pony or miniature is ideal, but horses will often accept other animals such as donkeys or goats. Another idea is to keep a friend’s horse at your farm, sharing both expenses and responsibilities for the animals. Perhaps the most important part about having a horse at home is the time you spend with it. Horses are social animals and very much enjoy the attention we humans give them. Taking the time to groom your horse several times a week develops a bond that not only is enjoyable, but also makes the horse a safer, more reliable animal to be around. Having a horse at home is a lot of work. Between feeding, cleaning stalls and grooming, most horse owners spend at least an hour a day at the barn. The horse relies on its owner 365 days a year. It does not understand the difference between a holiday and any other day of the week. But, having a horse at home is also rewarding. There is nothing quite like the sound of hooves galloping to the gate to arrive on time for afternoon feed. Morning coffee is far more enjoyable when savored while watching the horses play in the field. And when life gets you down, nothing is as relaxing as spending an hour brushing your horse. Horse keeping is not for everyone, but neither is it beyond the ability of the average person. Ask many questions and take the time to plan and perhaps you too can have a horse at home. About the Author: Philippe Wiskell is a writer for HorseClicks, classifieds of horses for sale Missouri, horses for sale Montana, horses for sale Nebraska and other states. Philippe is also a featured author at www.ArticleKing.com. PET PORTRAITS Artistic Stone, www.artisticstone.org 30 Stony Corners, East Montpelier ............................. toll free 866-826-4029 Bella Photography Studio, www.bellastudio.net, Rutland ................... 345-7423 Champlain Photo, www.champlainphoto.com 419 Main St, Colchester ................................................................. 310-2569 Finest Image Photography, www.finestimagephotography.com 113 Center Rd, Essex ..................................................................... 879-6050 Greg Geren Photography, Proctor ...................................................... 459-2835 Mark Bayer Photography, www.MarkBphotography.com 71 Catella Rd, Essex ...................................................................... 878-9933 No Straight Lines, painting & clay, Julie Longstreth 3590 Stage Rd, Jericho .................................................................. 434-5303 Pet Portraits by Dale Louise Aylwin, www.dalelouise.com .................. 253-2646 PhotoGraden, www.thephotogarden.com Tafts corner Shopping Ctr, Williston ........................... 878-0417 & 863-1258 Vermont Custom Woodworks, Scot Richards www.woodartvt.com ....................................................................... 454-1287 PONIES Briar Hill Farm, English Dales Ponies, www.briarhillfarm.com 1082 East Hill Rd, Plainfield .......................................................... 456-1680 PONY RIDES & PARTIES Brewster Ridge Horse Center, Jeffersonville ...................................... 644-8051 Highgate Farm, Lake Elmore .............................................................. 888-2122 La Chandolaine Farms, www.lachfarm.com, Brandon ....................... 247-6112 Lajoie Stables, 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge .................................... 644-5347 Perry Farm, perry farm@together.net, Brownington ........................... 754-2396 14 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide PONY RIDES & PARTIES continued White Wolf Ranch, www.whitewolfranch.com 1463 Cyrus Rd, Whitingham .......................................................... 368-7867 RIDING ACADEMIES Arbrook Farm, Dakin Rd, Ferrisburgh ................................................. 877-0048 Auclair’s Riding Ranch, 4668 Rt 116, Shelburne ................................ 238-6964 Auclair’s Riding Ranch, 1982 Hinesburg Rd, S. Burlington ................ 238-6964 Avalon Equestrian Service, Corliss Rd, Swanton ............................... 524-1104 Barnhouse Farm, Roscoe Rd, Charlotte ............................................. 425-4697 Beech Hill Farm, lessons, 1779 South St, New Haven ....................... 453-7229 Bridge Academy, 7 Green Tree Dr, S. Burlington ................................ 651-0700 Canterbury Stables, 60 Pratt Rd, Jericho ........................................... 899-3364 Centered Connections Stable, 43 Stable Dr, Guilford ......................... 257-1632 Chipman Stables, Pawlet Rd, Danby .................................................. 293-5242 Cloverleaf Meadows, 315 US Rt 2, Alburgh ........................................ 796-3155 Deerfield Farm, 542 Geary Rd, N. Lincoln .......................................... 453-3247 Destiny Morgan Farm, 424 Creek Farm Rd, Colchester ..................... 878-1319 East Hill Farm Riding Center, 560 Gonyeau Rd, Plainfield ................. 479-9258 Enniskerry Farm, 906 Middle Rd, Colchester ..................................... 872-9992 Flatlander Farm, 121 Mears Rd, Milton .............................................. 893-4436 20 Burritt Rd, Hinesburg ................................................................. 373-0129 Fox Horn Farm, 3022 Spear St, Charlotte .......................................... 425-5219 Foxwood Farm, 9 Greenbush Rd, Charlotte ....................................... 425-2437 Freedom Farm, 11 Cilley Hill Rd, Rt 15, Jericho ................................. 899-1878 Good Hope Equestrian Center, S. Hero .............................................. 372-4087 Hardscrabbble Equestrian Center 356 Hardscrabble Rd, Milton .......................................................... 893-0146 High Horses Therapeutic Riding Program Tucker Mountain Rd, West Newbury .............................................. 429-2070 Hilltop Stables, 75 Poker Hill Rd, Underhill ......................................... 899-1776 Horsefeathers Stable, Milton ............................................................... 893-6328 Imajica, 3188 S Brownell Rd, Williston ............................................... 660-0401 Kingsland Bay Stable, Hawkins Rd, Ferrisburgh ................................ 877-6914 Lajoie Stables, www.lajoiestables.com 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge ........................................................ 644-5347 Larimic Riding School, 252 Falls Rd, Hinesburg ................................ 482-2172 Maple Ridge Stable, 113 Stable Dr, Guilford ..................................... 380-3268 Mazza Horse Services, therapeutic riding, www.myhorsetreasures.com Bridport .................................................. 877-3397 or 349-7073 or 453-5655 Meadow Run Equestrian Center, 144 Middle Rd, Colchester ............. 879-1124 Mountain Heights Equestrian Club, mel@mtheightsequestrianclub.com Putney ............................................................................................ 387-2544 New England Equestrian Center 2190 Dorset St, Shelburne ...................................................... 800-985-3228 New Horizons Farm, 72 Indian Brook Rd, Essex ........................... 878-8683 New Moon Rising Farm, 1498 Dugway Rd, Richmond ....................... 434-7750 Pease Farm Stable, 307 Culver Hill Rd, Middlesex ............................ 223-4828 Pond Hill Ranch, Pond Hill Rd, Castleton ........................................... 468-2449 Silver Snaffles Stable, instruction – English & Western Richmond ....................................................................................... 434-2900 Southmowing Stables, Hinesburg Rd, Guilford ................................... 254-2831 Triple Combination Farm, 579 Dakin Rd, Ferrisburgh ........................ 877-2121 Vershire Riding School, www.vershireridingschool.com Vershire .......................................................................................... 685-2239 White Wolf Ranch, www.whitewolfranch.com 1463 Cyrus Rd, Whitingham .......................................................... 368-7867 Winchester Stables, The, River Rd, Newfane ..................................... 365-9434 Windswept Farm, 581 Old Stage Rd, Williston ................................... 878-4856 Windy Willows Farm, 833 Grow Rd, Johnson ..................................... 635-7300 RIDING APPAREL & EQUIPMENT Betsy VT Horsy, betsyvthorsy.com 3294 Camel’s Hump Rd, Duxbury .................................................. 244-1642 Crazy Legs, 2858 Waterbury Rd, Stowe ............................................. 253-5004 Equine Connections, 89 Apple Ridge Rd, Bradford ............................ 222-5536 Equus Equestrian Shop Ltd Village Square Main St, Waitsfield ................................................. 496-4285 Farm-Way Inc, www.farm-way.com VT Rt 25 East, Bradford .......................................................... 800-222-9316 Freedom Farm, VT Rt 15, Jericho ....................................................... 899-1878 Harvey Gear, www.harveygear.com, info@harveygear.com ............... 244-0956 High Brook Horse & Harness, Rt 106 South Woodstock .................... 457-4677 Hillcrest Tack Shop, 183 Fowler Rd, Plainfield ................................... 454-8597 Horse Works, The, www.horse-works.com ............. 888-479-9422 or 879-8935 Horseysets ............................................................. 866-Horsey (866-346-7739) Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 High Brook Horse & Harness, Rt 106, S Woodstock .......................... 457-4677 Hillcrest Tack Shop, Plainfield ............................................................. 454-8597 Irwin’s Tack Shop, US Rt 7, Ferrisburgh ............................................. 877-3665 Pond Hill Tack Shop, Pond Hill Rd, Castleton ..................................... 468-2449 Sanborn, H N & Son, Main, Chelsea .................................................. 685-4646 Sequist Industries, Stowe ................................................................... 253-6002 Sanborn, H N & Son, Main St, Chelsea .............................................. 685-4646 Sequest Industries, Stowe .................................................................. 253-6002 South Wind North, VT Rt 16, Glover ................................................... 525-8891 Strafford Saddlery Shop, 264 Rt 132, S Strafford ............................... 765-4485 Tack Box, The, 3424 Roosevelt Hwy, Colchester ............................... 878-2813 Tack Exchange, The, 80 Commercial Dr, Moretown ........................... 244-1556 Tony’s Tack Shop, www.tonystack.com, 34 Park St, Essex Jct .......... 876-4444 Trumbull Mountain Tack Shop, www.trumbullmtn.com Trumbull Hill Rd, Shaftsbury ........................................................... 442-9672 Walkers Farm Home & Tack, 555 Fairfax Rd, St. Albans .................... 524-9255 Zoe’s Tack Room Ltd, 3825 Ethan Allen Highway, Charlotte .............. 425-5867 15 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide RIDING CAMPS Aloha Hive, for girls, ellen_bagley@alohafoundation.org 2968 Lake Morey Rd, Fairlee ......................................................... 333-3400 Auclair’s Riding Ranch, 4668 Rt 116, Shelburne ................................ 238-6964 Betsy Cox, for girls, www.campbetseycox.com Pittsford .............................. (winter) 888-345-9193 (summer) 802-483-6611 Brown Ledge Camp, for girls, blc@brownledge.org Burlington ....................................................................................... 862-2442 Catherine Capers, www.campcatherinecapers.com West Pawlet .................................................................................... 645-0216 Cloverleaf Meadows, 315 Rt 2, Alburg ................................................ 796-3155 Covenant Hills Christian Camp, coed, www.covenanthillscamp.com ......................................................... (summer) 426-3340 (winter) 848-9932 Deerfield Farm, 542 Geary Rd, N. Lincoln .......................................... 453-3247 Eddy Farm, krystal@eddyfarmschool.org 1815 South St Ext, Middlebury ....................................................... 388-6196 Equine Connections, 89 Apple Ridge Rd, Bradford ............................ 222-5536 Farwell, for girls, www.farwell.com, Newbury ...................................... 429-2244 Good Hope Equestrian Center, S. Hero .............................................. 372-4087 Hilltop Stables, 75 Poker Hill Rd, Underhill ......................................... 899-1060 Horsefeathers Stable, Milton ............................................................... 893-6328 Imajica, 3188 S Brownell Rd, Williston ............................................... 660-0401 Killooleet, coed, www.Killooleet.com Hancock .................................... (summer) 767-3152 (winter) 617-666-1484 Kiniya, for girls, www.kiniya.com, on Lake Champlain ........................ 893-7849 Lajoie Stables, 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge .................................... 644-5347 Lotus Lake Day Camp, coed, jfmilne@aol.com Williamstown .................................................................................. 433-5451 Mountain View Equestrian Center 3526 Laporte Rd, Morristown ......................................................... 888-9464 Pease Farm Stable, sseidvt@aol.com 307 Culver Hill Rd, Middlesex ........................................................ 223-4828 Pond Hill Ranch, www.pondhillranch.com 1683 Pond Hill Ranch Rd, Castleton .............................................. 468-2449 Rocky Knoll Stables, lessons & training, Charlotte ............................. 238-5733 Salisbury Station Stables, Ellie Bishop, Salisbury .............................. 352-1046 Sangamon, for boys, www.campsangamon.com Pittsford ..................................... (summer) 483-2862 (winter) 888-345-9193 Vershire Riding School, coed, www.vershireridingschool.com Vershire .......................................................................................... 658-2239 Wapanacki Girl Scout Camp, info@girlscoutsvt.org Hardwick ........................................................................................ 878-7131 Waubanong Camp, coed, www.campwaubanong.org West Brattleboro ............................................................................. 254-8026 White Wolf Ranch, www.whitewolfranch.com 1463 Cyrus Rd, Whitingham .......................................................... 368-7867 Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps, coed www.windridgetenniscamps.com Craftsbury ....................... 888-386-7859 or (summer) 586-9646 or 485-5400 Windswept Farm, 581 Old Stage Rd, Williston ................................... 878-4856 SADDLERY & HARNESS D & D Horse & Tack, 35 Main St, Springfield ...................................... 885-4979 Fairlee Feed & Saddlery, Fairlee ........................................................ 333-4307 Fb Grey’s Saddlery, 3526 Laporte Rd, Morristown ............................. 888-9222 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Hides Pride, 47 Park St, Essex Jct ..................................................... 879-2676 High Brook Horse & Harness, Rt 106, S Woodstock .......................... 457-4677 Horse Works, The, www.horse-works.com ........... (888) 479-9422 or 879-8935 Irwin’s Tack Shop, US Rt 7, Ferrisburgh ............................................. 877-3665 PetsMart, 21 Trader Ln, Williston ........................................................ 872-1819 Sanborn, H N & Son, Main St, Chelsea .............................................. 685-4646 Silver & Leather Tack, Main, Chester .................................................. 875-4527 State Line Tack in Petsmart, 21 Trader Ln, Williston .......................... 872-1819 Strafford Saddlery Shop, 264 Rt 132, South Strafford ........................ 765-4485 Tack Box, The, 3424 Roosevelt Hwy, Colchester ............................... 878-2813 Tony’s Tack Shop, 34 Park St, Essex Jct ............................................ 876-4444 Trumbull Mountain Tack Shop, Trumbull Hill Rd, Shaftsbury .............. 442-9672 Zoe’s Tack Room Ltd, 3825 Ethan Allen Hwy , Charlotte ................... 425-5867 SHAVINGS Guy’s Farm & Yard US Rt 2A, Williston .......................................................................... 878-5112 155 Portland St, Morrisville ............................................................. 888-2025 19 Barre St, Montpelier ................................................................... 229-0567 Millbrook Shavings, Equinesite.com/Millbrook 499 Browns Trace, Jericho .............................. 888-815-4554 or 899-4554 Northfield Wood Products Co Inc, sawdust & shavings 116 Old Freight Yd, Northfield ........................................................ 485-6411 SLEIGHS AND CARTS, HORSE & PONY Easy Entry Horse Carts, Charlotte ...................................................... 425-3809 Raymond Homestead Coach Shop 195 Thompson Rd, Jeffersonville ................................................... 644-8835 SLEIGH/ CARRIAGE DRIVING LESSONS/CLINICS Raven Ledge Farm LLC, 1273 Lapland Rd, Waterville www.ravenledge.com ..................................................................... 644-5189 Rough Terrain Farm, 634 Bedor Rd, Randolph Ctr leslie@roughterrainfarm.com .................................... 728-5945 or 279-5945 SLEIGH / CARRIAGE RIDES Adams Farm, Higley Hill Rd, Wilmington ............................................ 464-3762 Apple Cheek Farm, 567 McFarlane Rd, Hyde Park ............................ 888-4482 Apple Ridge Farms, wagon & sleigh rides .......................................... 382-9338 Charlie Horse Sleigh & Carriage Rides, Stowe ................................... 253-2215 Edson Hill Manor, 1500 Edson Hill Rd Stowe ................................................................. 800-621-0284 or 253-7371 Gentle Giants Sleigh and Carriage Rides 4000 Mountain Rd, Stowe .............................................................. 253-2216 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Lajoie Stables, 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge .................................... 644-5347 Mad Mountain Ranch, Waitsfield ........................................................ 496-5396 Mountain Valley Farm LLC, 1719 Common Rd, Waitsfield ................. 496-9255 Munson, Karen J, www.kjmunsonhorseandbuggy.com Horse & Buggy Service, 1342 Old Stage Rd, Westford ................. 878-7715 Perry Farm, perry farm@together.net 509 Dutton Brook Ln, Brownington ................................................. 754-2396 Raven Ledge Farm LLC, 1273 Lapland Rd, Waterville ....................... 644-5189 16 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide SLEIGH / CARRIAGE RIDES continued Shelburne Farms, Shelburne .............................................................. 985-8498 Sterling Mountain Farm Carriage Service 182 VT Rt 100C, Johnson .............................................................. 635-1741 Stoweflake Resort, VT Rt 108, Stowe ................................................. 253-7355 Stowehof Inn, Edison Hill Rd, Stowe .................................................. 253-9722 White Wolf Ranch, www.whitewolfranch.com 1463 Cyrus Rd, Whitingham .......................................................... 368-7867 Windy Willows Farm, 833 Grow Rd, Johnson ..................................... 635-7300 STABLES Allenwood Stables, 346 High St, Plainfield .................... 454-1999 or 272-4549 Auclair’s Riding Ranch, 1982 Hinesburg Rd, S. Burlington ................ 238-6964 Back In Time, http://www.vermontbackintime.com Burnice & Glenn Dow, E. Topsham ................................................ 439-5448 BarnHouse Farm, Roscoe Rd, Charlotte ............................................ 425-4697 Beech Hill Farm, 1779 South St, New Haven ..................................... 453-7229 Birch Ledge Farm, e-mail sstitzel@firmspf.com 1980 East Rd, Colchester .............................................................. 879-7258 Cabin Fever Farm, ethompso@mah.harvard.edu Belding Rd, Barre ........................................................................... 249-1911 Canterbury Stables, Pratt Rd, Jericho ................................................ 899-3364 Cavendish Trail Horse Rides Inc 4259 Twenty Mile Stream Rd, Proctorsville .................................... 226-7821 Cedar Ridge Farm, Bkimgreg@aol.com 121 Jensen Rd, Barre ..................................................................... 479-2006 Cedar Spring Farm, Essex .................................................................. 879-7211 Cherokee Stables, 1609 East St, Bridport ..................... 462-3458 or 349-6734 Cloverleaf Meadows, 315 Rt 2, Alburg ................................................ 796-3155 Cobble Hill Farm, Painter Hills Rd, Middlebury ................................... 388-7027 Cobble Hill Stable, 2520 Rt 100, Rochester ....................................... 767-9229 Cottonwood Stables, 2374 Malletts Bay Ave Colchester ................................................................. 655-0770 or 655-2862 Country Cedars Stable & Farm Shop, Prindle Rd, Charlotte .............. 425-3552 Dana Hill Stable, 60 Dana Hill Rd, Waitsfield ..................................... 496-6251 Daydream Stable & Massage, daydream@equinesite.com Alburg ............................................................................................. 782-2769 Deerfield Farm, www.deerfieldfarmvt.com 542 Geary Rd, Lincoln .................................................................... 453-3247 Delaney Stables LLC, Sheddsville Rd, West Windsor ........................ 484-3138 DreamQuest Farm, 135 Tubbs Rd, Pownal ........................................ 823-7700 East Hill Farm Riding Center, ehf@easthillfarm.org 560 Gonyeau Rd, Plainfield ............................................................ 479-9258 Eddy Farm School for Horse & Rider, 1815 South St Ext Middlebury ...................................................................................... 388-6196 Edgewood Farm, 1579 Valley View Rd, Waterford ............................. 748-5455 Enniskerry Farm, 906 Middle Rd, Colchester ..................................... 872-9992 Equestry, The, 829 South St, New Haven ........................................... 453-4424 Equine Connections, equineconnections2006@yahoo.com 89 Apples Ridge Rd, Bradford ................................... 222-5536 or 296-1902 Fairview Stable LLC, 1696 Barnumville Rd, Manchester .................... 362-0777 Fell-Vallee Equestrian Center, 173 Taproot Farm Ln Hinesburg ....................................................................................... 482-4393 Flatlander Farm, flatlanderfarmvt@yahoo.com 20 Burritt Rd, Hinesburg ................................................................. 373-0129 Fox Horn Farm, foxhornfarmvt@aol.com 3022 Spear St, Charlotte ................................................................ 425-5219 Freedom Farm, 11 Cilley Hill Rd, Jericho ........................................... 899-1878 Good Hope Equestrian Center, S. Hero .............................................. 372-4087 Gooseberry Boarding Stables, e-mail GooseberryStable@aol.com ....................................................................................................... 370-9312 Gray Ghost Farm, hhealthtim@aol.com 160 Murray Ave, Milton ................................................................... 893-2105 HH Stables, 50 Upper Meehan Rd, Bristol ......................................... 453-4556 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Highgate Farm, Lake Elmore .............................................................. 888-2122 Hilltop Stables, 75 Poker Hill Rd, Underhill .................... 899-1060 or 899-1776 Horse Armour, Eaton Hill Rd, Castleton .............................................. 468-2200 Horsefeathers Stable, Milton ............................................................... 893-6328 Icelandic Horse Farm, 3061 N. Fayston Rd, N. Fayston .................... 496-0505 Imajica, 3188 S Brownell Rd, Williston ............................................... 660-0401 Jericho Co-op Barn ............................................................................. 985-5225 Kingsland Bay Stables, Hawkins Rd, Ferrisburgh .............................. 877-6914 La Chandolaine Farms, 671 Kimball Rd, Brandon .............................. 247-6112 Lajoie Stables, 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge .................................... 644-5347 Little Crickets Farm & Stables, jjarvis@cvoeo.org 219 Browns River Rd, Essex Ctr .................................................... 872-1181 Mad River Stables, VT Rt 100B, Moretown ........................................ 223-2359 Maple Wind Farm, info@otloose.com, Huntington ............................. 434-7257 Maple Corner Farm, 4 Nashville Rd, Jericho ...................................... 899-2339 Mazza, Frank A Jr & Deborah T 1593 Hemenway Rd, Bridport ........................................................ 758-9240 Mazza Horse Services, 1593 Hemenway Rd, Bridport ....................... 758-9240 Meadow Run Equestrian Center, 20 Middle Rd, Colchester ............... 879-1124 Miles To Go Farm, Myers Rd, Shaftsbury ........................................... 442-4354 Missy Ann Stables LLC, 121 Mears Rd, Milton ................................... 893-6351 Morgan Horse Farm, Middlebury ........................................................ 388-2011 Mount Mansfield Pony Club, 3526 LaPorte Rd Morristown ...................................................................................... 888-9856 Mountain Heights Equestrian Club, 253 Westminster Rd Putney ............................................................................................ 387-2544 Mountain Valley Farm LLC, 1719 Common Rd Waitsfield ........................................................................................ 496-9255 Mountain View Equestrian Center, 3526 LaPorte Rd Morristown ...................................................................................... 888-9464 New Horizons Farm, 72 Indian Brook Rd, Essex ........................... 878-8683 Northshire Farm, 156 Winhall Hollow Rd, Winhall .............................. 297-2978 Old School Farm, 4450 Dorset St, Shelburne ..................................... 985-1180 Patty Romp Horse Friendly B & B, romp@shoreham.net 70 Dewey Rd, Shoreham ............................................................... 352-1046 Pease Farm Stable, sseidvt@aol.com 307 Culver Hill Rd, Middlesex ........................................................ 223-4828 Petel Properties, 834 Creek Rd, Clarendon ........................................ 747-7221 Pond Hill Ranch, Pond Hill Rd, Castleton ........................................... 468-2449 Ride & Shine Special Equestrians Trumbull Hill Rd, Shaftsbury ........................................................... 440-9090 Ridgeview Stables, 253 Westminster Rd, Putney ............................... 387-2787 Rivendell , River Rd, Woodstock ........................................................ 457-3088 Rivers Edge Stables, 142 Rt 12A, Plainfield ....................................... 298-9053 17 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide Win pulling contests with brain, not brawn By Faith Meredith Director, Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre The average horse weighs at least five or six times the average human adult. So it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to predict who’s going to win if they get into a pulling contest. Humans who find themselves in pulling matches with their horses need to learn to use their brains rather than their brawn to solve the problem. Often, they’re so busy arguing with the horse that they don’t take time to analyze the problem. Constant pulling or lugging against the bit is an evasion of a rider’s poor hands that quickly becomes a bad habit. It’s not obstinacy on the horse’s part. It’s self-defense. Riders without an independent seat bounce with every stride, hitting the horse’s mouth with each bump. Really unsteady riders may hang on the reins to maintain their balance. The horse soon figures out that pulling against this bouncing or hanging stop the pain. A steady, hard pull eventually numbs his mouth so he no longer feels the jerking. Once pulling has become a habit, it takes time and patience to retrain the horse to trust the bit. Longe the horse in a simple snaffle bit and side reins that have elastic inserts or rubber donuts for a little give. With the reins long enough to allow the horse to stretch its neck, work toward a relaxed, rhythmic trot. Then ask for transitions between the trot and walk, and finally for cantering with transitions back and forth to trot. The horse must move forward from driving aids to correct the pulling. If the horse starts to pull while longeing, send him forward with stronger driving aids. Once the horse moves relaxed on the longe in all three gaits without pulling, put the rider back up without reins. With the horse still in side reins, work the same sequence of longeing transitions until both horse and rider are completely relaxed and the horse is not pulling. While the horse is learning to trust the bit, the rider must work on an independent seat. That means riding with all muscles and joints relaxed while balancing over the horse’s center of gravity. No gripping. No hanging on the reins. Next, remove the side reins and give the rider reins but keep the horse on the longe line. The person on the ground can help with forward driving aids if needed and the safe, familiar longeing circle helps the horse STABLES continued Rocky Knoll Stables, lessons & training, Charlotte ............................. 238-5733 Rough Terrain Farm, leslie@roughterrainfarm.com 634 Bedor Rd, Randolph Ctr ..................................... 728-5945 or 279-5945 Rydervale Stables, 3526 Laporte Rd, Morristown .............................. 888-9464 S C Morgans, www.stallionstation.com/scmorgans 108 Morgan Hill Rd, N. Hero .......................................................... 372-3080 Saddle Up Equestrian Center, 138 Mine Rd, Johnson ....................... 635-9017 Salisbury Standardbreds, Salisbury .................................................... 352-4204 Salisbury Station Stables, www.salisburystation.com 124 Dewey Rd, Salisbury ............................................................... 352-1046 Shanderhof Farm, Laclair W Mountain Rd, Shaftsbury ...................... 447-1552 Silver Birch Equestrian Center, W. Creek Rd, Florence ...................... 247-4555 Silver Ridge Quarter Horses, Ledgemere Farm 1414 Pencil Mill Rd, Hubbardton .................................................... 273-2499 Silver Snaffles Stables, June Banks, Richmond ................................. 434-2900 South Road Stable, 2495 South Rd, Williston .................................... 879-5164 Sun Bowl Ranch, Straton ................................. S Londonderry tel no 297-9210 T & E Stables, VT Rt 30, Cornwall ...................................................... 462-3700 T-N-T Stables, tifftntstables@aol.com, 75 Pine Hill Rd, Barre ............ 476-3097 Tedesco Stables @ Angier Farm, www.tedescostablesangierfarm.com Rt 4, West Rutland ........................................................................ 683-9209 Top Notch Horse facility, Cornwall ................................. 462-3215 or 462-3530 Towne-Ayr Farm, bandrattaf@aol.com Three Mile Bridge Rd stay relaxed. The rider should have steady hands and give the horse enough rein length to allow it to stretch its neck. The horse must understand that driving aids mean forward and weight aids mean to slow or stop. When the rider can ride all three gaits and transitions on the longeing circle with the horse remaining relaxed and not pulling, they are ready to leave the longe line and move on. Training takes patience. Training means developing a communication system. Each stage may take several weeks depending on the horse and how ingrained the habit of pulling has become. Be careful not to overwork the horse so that the retraining is a pleasurable experience. Longeing can be strenuous—20 to 30 minutes are maximum, particularly at the start of the retraining program. Remember to reward the horse with a pat whenever it gives the right response. When the rider has an independent seat and uses the aids effectively to send the horse forward without hitting it in the mouth, pulling will be a thing of the past. Whether trail riding for pleasure or training for competition, every rider’s goal should be a horse that is responsive to leg, rein and weight aids. This takes time and dedication but the end result— a harmonious relationship between horse and rider—is well worth it. Montpelier ....................................................................................... 223-6418 Valley View Horses & Tack Shop Inc Northwest Hill Rd, Pownal .............................................................. 823-4649 Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm, Inc 3061 N. Fayston Rd, N. Fayston .................................................... 496-7141 Wadhams Luman Stables, 171 Applewood Rd, Warren ..................... 496-0505 Water Tower Farm, vttennwlkr@aol.com US Rt 2, Marshfield ........................................................................ 426-3781 West River Stables, Brookline ............................................................ 365-7668 White Wolf Ranch, 7755 VT Rt 9, Marlboro ........................................ 464-3800 Willoughby View Equestrian Ctr 1483 Bible Hill Rd, St Johnsbury .................................................... 748-3446 Windswept Farm, 581 Old Stage Rd, Williston ................................... 878-4856 Windy Willows Farm, 833 Grow Rd, Johnson ..................................... 635-7300 18 TACK SHOPS Betsy VT Horsy, betsyvthorsy.com 3294 Camel’s Hump Rd, Duxbury .................................................. 244-1642 Equus Equestrian Shop Ltd, equustackvermont.com Village Square, Waitsfield ............................................................... 496-4285 Farm-Way Inc, Rt 25 East, Bradford ............................... toll free 800-222-9316 Freedom Farm, 11 Cilley Hill Rd, / VT Rt 15, Jericho ......................... 899-1878 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Harvey Gear, info@harveygear.com, www.harveygear.com Waterbury ....................................................................................... 244-0956 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide TACK SHOPS continued Hillcrest Tack Shop, Plainfield ............................................................. 454-8597 Horse Works, The, www.horse-works.com ......................................... 879-8935 Irwin’s Tack Shop, US Rt 7, Ferrisburgh ............................................. 877-3665 Langdell’s Stitch & Tack Shop, North Wolcott Rd, Wolcott ................. 888-2892 Pond Hill Ranch, new & used English & Western equipment Castleton ........................................................................................ 468-2449 Sanborn, H N & Son, Main St, Chelsea .............................................. 685-4646 Tack Box, The, 3424 Roosevelt Hwy, Colchester ............................... 878-2813 Tack Exchange, The, 80 Commercial Dr, Waterbury .......................... 244-1556 Tad Coffin Performance Saddles, 95 River Watch Ln, Warren ........... 496-2470 Tony’s Tack Shop, www.tonystack.com, 34 Park St, Essex Jct .......... 876-4444 Trumbull Mountain Tack Shop, Trumbull Hill Rd, Shaftsbury .............. 442-9672 Valley View Horses & Tack Shop Inc Northwest Hill Rd, Pownal .............................................................. 823-4649 Vermont Custom Woodworks, Brian Allain, tack boxes acwoodworks@charter.net ............................................................. 249-1646 Walker’s Farm Home & Tack, www.walkerstore.cc 555 Fairfax Rd, St. Albans .............................................................. 524-9255 Zoe’s Tack Room Ltd, 3825 Ethan Allen Highway, Charlotte .............. 425-5867 TRAIL RIDING Auclair’s Riding Ranch, 4668 Rt 116, Shelburne ................................ 238-6964 Barnes Black & Whiteface Ranch, 738 Lake St, Shoreham ............... 897-5050 Brewster Ridge Horse Center, Jeffersonville ...................................... 644-8051 Cavendish Trail Horse Rides Inc 4259 Twenty Mile Stream Rd, Proctorsville .................................... 226-7821 Champ Trail Ride, Bob Essman, www.vtchamp.org S. Hero ...................................................................... 878-1290 or 922-4694 Edson Hill Manor 1500 Edson Hill Rd, Stowe ................................. 800-621-0284 or 253-7371 Highgate Farm, Lake Elmore .............................................................. 888-2122 Lajoie Stables, 992 Pollander Rd, Cambridge .................................... 644-5347 Perry Farm, Perry farm@together.net 509 Dutton Brook Ln, Brownington ................................................. 754-2396 Pond Hill Ranch, www.pondhillranch.com 1683 Pond Hill Ranch Rd, Castleton .............................................. 468-2449 Rose Wright’s Tara North Stable Rose mwright@gmail.com ......................................... 372-6640 or 598-6613 Denise dwneecer@gmail.com ........................................................ 893-4019 T-N-T Stables, 75 Pine Hill Rd, Barre ................................................. 476-3097 Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm, Waitsfield .......................................... 496-7141 White Wolf Ranch, www.whitewolfranch.com 1463Cyrus Rd, Whitingham ........................................................... 368-7867 Wortheim’s Hidden Valley Ranch 170 Wortheim Ln, Richmond .......................................................... 434-2362 TRAILERS, HORSE Green Mountain Trailers Inc, Cornwall ................................................ 462-3956 Harvest Moon Valley Ranch, VT Rt 116, Starksboro .......................... 453-4419 Lucky’s Trailer Sales, Rt 107, Royalton .................. 800-877-5854 or 763-2585 Mountain View Dairy Supplies, Cornwall ............................................ 462-3956 Riverside Tractor & Equipment, US Rt 2E, Montpelier ....................... 223-0021 Upper Ten Trailer Sales, Inc 33 Gardner Circle, Hinesburg ............................. 800-533-0504 or 482-2250 Versatile Trailer Sales, www.versatiletrailersales.com ....................................... ................................................................................... toll free 866-570-8191 TRAILERS, REPAIR / PARTS Ayer’s Auto, intersection US Rt 2, & VT Rt 314, S. Hero .................... 372-6139 G Stone Commercial & Bombardier Sales & Service 489 Foote St, Middlebury ............................................................... 388-9599 Hall’s Hitches & Welding 365 Riverside Ave, Burlington ................................................. 800-232-4482 Petry’s Trailer Sales, Rt 7A, E Dorset ................................................. 362-4818 Underhill Automotive, 401 VT Rt 15, Underhill ............................... 899-2314 Upper Ten Trailer Sales Inc 33 Gardner Circle, Hinesburg ............................. 482-2250 or 800-533-0504 VACATIONS, EQUESTRIAN Hidden Trails, www.hiddentrails.com/index.htm ....................... 1-888-987-2457 Rough Terrain Farm, leslie@roughterrainfarm.com Randolph Ctr ............................................................. 728-5945 or 279-5945 Taraden Bed & Breakfast, reservations@taraden.com N Bennington .................................................................................. 447-3434 VT Equine Tours, jaudet@vtequinetours.com, Orwell ........................ 948-2713 VETERINARIAN INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES Vermont Rabies Hotline, VT Dept. of Health ................................ 800-472-2437 Vermont State Veterinarian, Dr. Kerry A. Rood Asst. State Veterinarian, Dr. Michael J. Wood VT Dept. of Agriculture, 116 State St, Drawer 20 Montpelier ....................................................................................... 828-2421 Vermont Veterinary Medical Association, Charlotte ............................ 425-3495 Vermont Veterinary Surgical Center, 35 Clay Point Rd Colchester ...................................................................................... 893-8333 VETERINARIANS Aeolus Animal Hospital & Equine Ctr, www.aahec.com US Rt 7A, East Dorset .................................................................... 362-2241 145 Harmony Ln, Manchester Center ............................................. 362-2241 Aesculapian Veterinary Service 2089 Laporte Rd, Morristown ......................................................... 888-4201 All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, 96 S Main, Waterbury ........................ 244-7266 Animal Doctor The Water Tower Rd, Enosburg Falls .................................................... 933-4533 56 Eastern Ave, Newport ................................................................ 334-1503 Animal Hospital of Hinesburg, 205 Commerce St, Hinesburg ............ 482-2955 Animal Housecalls, Essex ................................................................... 872-0730 Animal Medical Hospital of Northern Vermont Rt 15, Hyde Park ................................... toll free 800-644-7756 or 888-7755 Arlington Equine Diagnostics, www.arlingtonequine.net 9 Church St, Arlington .................................................................... 375-9322 Arrowhead Veterinary Services, Rt 7, Georgia ................................... 524-6063 Barningham, Stephen C, 6 S Main St, Jericho ................................... 899-4013 Barry William, Brookfield ..................................................................... 276-3111 Barton Veterinary Hospital, office hours by appt Elm St, Barton ................................................................................ 525-3644 Bloomfield Eric, Orwell ........................................................................ 948-2322 Burlington Equine Veterinary Services LLC, www.bevet.com 248 Plouffe Farm Ln, Charlotte ...................................................... 425-5454 Catlin, Mark, large animals, 12 Minister Rd, East Montpelier ............. 223-1150 Castleton Corners Rutland Veterinary Clinic, Castleton ..................... 468-5576 Center Rutland Veterinary Services, 409 West St, Rutland ................ 773-7966 Champlain Veterinary Clinic, off. hours by appt 296 S Main, St Albans City ............................................................. 524-2051 Churchill Stanwood, Brownington Rd, Orleans ................................... 754-8434 Clarendon Animal Clinic, 548 Rt 7B, N Clarendon .............................. 775-4333 Clearwater Veterinary Hospital, 49 Main St, Richford ......................... 848-7389 Cold Hollow Veterinary Service, 682 Duffy Hill Rd, Enosburg ............ 933-2770 Cold River Veterinary Center, natural medicine www.crvetcenter.com, Rt 103, N Clarendon ................................... 747-4076 Country Animal Hospital, 1533 Rt 107, Royalton ................................ 234-5999 Cross Border Large Animal Veterinarians 1916 VT Rt 103, Chester ............................................................... 875-2883 Reading .......................................................................................... 484-5050 19 2010 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide VETERINARIANS continued Danville Animal Hospital. The St Johnsbury Rd, Danville .............................................................. 684-2284 Derby Pond Animal Hospital, 2757 US Rt 5 Derby .................................................................. 766-2222 or 800-276-3755 Delaney Lee DVM, 189 Tunic Rd, Shaftsbury .................................... 442-8070 DiBernardo Vincent, Rockingham Veterinary Clinic Lower Bartonsville Rd, Bartonsville ................................................ 875-3985 Dunton R M, vet medicine, acupunture, house calls Chittenden ...................................................................................... 483-2550 East Haven Veterinary Service, 465 School St, E Haven ................... 467-8700 Equine Veterinary Services, LLC, 248 Plouffe Ln, Charlotte .............. 425-5454 Glanzberg, George, www.glanzbergvet.com 64 White Creek Rd, N Bennington ................................................. 442-8714 Grass, Albert E, practice of equine medicine Marlboro Rd, Brattleboro ................................................................ 257-0790 Green Mt Veterinary Hospital, www.greenmountainvet.com 48 Treat Hill Rd, Manchester .......................................................... 362-2620 Greensboro Animal Hospital, Garvin Hill Rd Greensboro ......................................................... 533-7070 or 800-276-3755 Hayden Susan, Otterside Animal Hospital, 28 Conant Sq Brandon .......................................................................................... 247-3335 Henderson, Keeley DVM, equine acupuncture & chiropractic ............ 453-5795 Kelly, Susan M DVM, West Halifax ..................................................... 368-2244 Kenney Kurt J, 57 Pearl, Brandon ...................................................... 247-4455 Home Veterinary Service, Jericho ....................................................... 899-3375 Hoyns Heather K, 5000 Rt 44, West Windsor ..................................... 484-9100 Hunt Donald C, Middlebury ................................................................. 388-6321 Hutchinson Charles E, 15 Rt 118, Canaan ......................................... 523-4900 Johnston Craig T VMD Inc, Cambridge .............................................. 644-8800 Keaton Wm, Barre-Montpelier Rd, Barre ............................................ 476-3273 Koch, Raymond G, E Manchester Rd, Manchester Ctr ...................... 362-3570 Lamb David T, Justin Morrill Hwy, South Strafford .............................. 765-4400 Large Animal Medical Associates, lama_drsteve@yahoo.com .... 879-4288 Maple Leaf Large Animal Clinic, 101 Minister Rd E. Montpelier ....................................................... 800-320-1150 or 223-1150 Matt Gertraud H, Higley Hill Rd, Marlboro .......................................... 464-2759 McIntire Mike, N Main, Windsor .......................................................... 674-2070 Meadow Brook Equine, 3187 Rt 22A, Bridport ................................... 758-2464 Metz Steven B, Shelburne Rd, Shelburne .......................................... 985-2525 Mid Vermont Large Animal Veterinary Services, mobile serv 38 Belding Rd, Barre ...................................................................... 476-4414 Middlebury Large Animal Clinic 1396 US Rt 7 S, Middlebury ........................................................... 388-6321 Milton Veterinary Hospital, 2 Chrisemily Ln, Milton ............................. 893-4000 Moore Linda M, 292 Pearl St, Burlington ............................................ 863-2470 Mount Anthony Veterinary Hospital 832 West Rd, Bennington ............................................................... 442-4324 Moraska, Albert, DVM-Large Animals Spear St, Charlotte .................................................... 863-6919 or 425-2457 Murrell Lynn, Rt 106, South Woodstock .............................................. 457-3135 Northern Equine Veterinary Service, www.northernequine.com 254 US Rt 2 W, Danville ................................................................. 684-9977 Northwest Veterinary Assoc. Inc, 6 Farifield Hill Rd St Albans ........................................................................................ 524-3222 Open Air Pet Repair, veterinary house call service Patty Pruitt, DVM ............................................................................ 388-8303 Orleans Veterinary Hospital, Newport Ctr Rd, Newport ...................... 334-2655 Orleans Veterinary Service, Brownington Rd, Orleans ....................... 754-6625 Oxbow Veterinary Clinic, by appt or emergency, large & small animals Bradford .......................................................................................... 222-4635 Paeplow John, Rt 7 , Georgia ............................................................. 524-6063 Page Gary L, 105 Lakeshore Dr, Colchester ...................................... 862-2472 Penro Specialty Compounding, www.penro.net Colchester .............................................. 879-1100 or toll free 888-936-4948 Pinello Christine, Norwich ................................................................... 649-3877 Richmond Animal Hospital, 233 E Main, Richmond ............................ 434-4935 River Road Veterinary Clinic, www.RRVETClinic.com Rt 5 North, Norwich ........................................................................ 649-3877 River Valley Veterinary Hospital, Rt 5, Newbury ................................. 866-5922 River Cove Animal Hospital, Rt 2A, Williston ...................................... 879-7984 Riverbend Veterinary Clinic, 7 River Rd, Plainfield ............................. 298-8381 Riverside Veterinary Care, 159 River St, Rutland ............................... 773-4771 Rupert Veterinary Clinic, Rupert ......................................................... 394-7759 Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center, www.rutlandvet.com 90 E. Pittsford Rd, Rutland ............................................................. 773-2779 Sequist Large Animal Veterinary Service 147 Stancliff Rd, Morristown .......................................................... 888-2466 Shannon Craig, 226 Sadie Roberts Rd, St Johnsbury ........................ 748-5634 Shelburne Veterinary Hospital, Shelburne Rd, Shelburne .................. 985-2525 Southern Vermont Equine Veterinary, 24 hr ambulatory practice 3478 W Sandgate Rd, Sandgate .................................................... 375-0091 Springfield Animal Hospital, VT Rt 106, Springfield ............................ 885-2505 Stonecliff Animal Clinic, 176 Wells River Rd, Bradford ....................... 222-4903 Stowe Veterinary Clinic, house calls by appt 300 Stagecoach Rd, Stowe ............................................................ 253-6800 Sturgis Gary H, Essex ......................................................................... 872-0730 Stuwe, Thos J DVM, large animals, 38 Belding Rd, Barre .................. 476-4414 Tanneberger Veterinary Hospital 997 Fairfax Rd, St Albans ............................................................... 524-2001 128 Grand Av, Swanton ................................................................. 868-5394 Tulis Michele, Jericho ......................................................................... 899-3375 Valley Equine Clinic, www.valley-equine.com 1986 South St, Bristol ..................................................................... 453-5855 1904 South St, New Haven ............................................................ 453-5855 5086 Main St, Waitsfield ................................................................. 583-4295 Veremedy Pet Hospital, www.veremedy.com 829 Hartford Ave, White River Jct ................................................. 295-6900 444 Woodstock Rd, Woodstock ..................................................... 457-2229 Vergennes Large Animal Associates, 20 Main St, Vergennes ............ 877-9901 Vermont Large Animal Clinic, www.vlac.net 1054 Lake Rd, Milton ..................................................................... 893-6800 Vermont-New Hampshire Veterinary Clinic, E. Dummerston .............. 254-5422 Vermont Rabies Hotline, VT Dept. of Health ................................ 800-472-2437 Vermont State Veterinarian, Dr. Kerry A. Rood Asst. State Veterinarian, Dr. Michael J. Wood VT Dept. of Agriculture, 116 State St, Drawer 20 Montpelier ....................................................................................... 828-2421 Vermont Veterinary Surgical Center, www.vtvetsurgery.com 35 Clay Point Rd, Colchester ......................................................... 893-8333 Vet To Pet Mobile, we make house calls, Susan McMillan ................. 658-2202 Veterinary Acupuncture, 1174 Sinclair Dr, Stowe ................................ 253-2267 Veterinary Behavior Consultation Service 36 Three Mile Bridge Rd, Montpelier .............................................. 223-2015 Waugh S L, N Main, Windsor .............................................................. 674-2070 Weed, Jane, 594 W Enosburg Rd, Enosburg Falls ............................ 933-2024 West Mountain Animal Hospital 1726 Harwood Hill Rd, Bennington ................................................ 447-7723 Windsor Veterinary & Dental Services 2326 US Rt 5 North, Windsor ......................................................... 674-2070 Wolf Debbie, 105 W Lakeshore Dr, Colchester ................................... 862-2472 Yankauskas, Paula J, Hyde Park ........................................................ 888-7911 WESTERN APPAREL Equus, Village Square, 5031 Main St, Unit 4, Waitsfield .................... 496-4285 Leather Express, 160 College St, Burlington ...................................... 862-6911 Tony’s Tack Shop, 64 Park St, Essex Jct ............................................ 876-4444 Walkers Farm Home & Tack, www.walkerstore.cc 555 Fairfax Rd, St Albans ............................................................... 524-9255 Wandering Cowboys, 828 US Rt 7, Rutland Town .............................. 786-2021 Advertise in the 2011 Northwestern Vermont Animal Resources Guide. 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