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Celebrating 20 years

E-NEWSLETTER - AUGUST 2023

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IMPORTANT ALERTS
 

Alert: Check your local Air Quality Health Index before planning to ride your horse.


Alert: Eastern Equine Encephalitis Lanark County, ON

Alert: Equine Influenza: Cariboo, BC

Alert: Strangles: Middlesex County, ON.  

Alert: Rabies Update in Canada

Advisory: Strangles fact sheets & AAEP guidelines from EDCC


Advisory: Fire/Smoke conditions across Canada

 
FEATURED STORIES
 
 
Equine Guelph Education
 

20 Years of Supporting the Global Equine Community

This summer, Equine Guelph celebrates its 20th anniversary. The award-winning centre at the University of Guelph is dedicated to improving the health and welfare of horses through education and research. 

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Work With Horses with OEEEP's Career Program

OEEEP Employers - 50% wage subsidy available for 12 - 18 weeks! 

Fill your job vacancies - work with people who are passionate about animals and eager to learn from your expertise - Hire a graduate!


Join a free employer information session on August 8 or August 24, 2023


OEEEP Students - OEEEP graduate Ksenia is eager to work with horses after graduating from the Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program!


There is one FREE offering left starting Sept 18 with a Sept 5 registration deadline.

Students Register Now -spaces are limited!

 
 
 
Robin Vanheeswyk praises Equine Guelph 12-week programs
 

20th Anniversary Alumni

Special Feature | Robin Vanheeswyk

20th Anniversary Alumni, Robin has a growing interest in nutrition and overfeeding thanks to Equine Guelph's online 12-week courses.

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Bridget Ryan from Erin Horse Day donates to Equine Guelph
 
 

Erin HorseDay & Equine Welfare

One of the goals of HorseDay Erin is to create a long term, community event, that supports horses in Erin,Wellington County, and throughout Ontario.” says Bridget Ryan. “We are so pleased to support Equine Welfare through donating a portion of the event proceeds to Equine Guelph..."

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Annual Report - EG 20th year

Milestone accomplishments showcased in our 20th Annual Report!


Equine Guelph has posted its annual report for May 2022 - April 2023. All the success stories for the past fiscal year for you to review.n...

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Jean
 

Hoofprints Memorial Tribute

Jean Szkotnicki

1953 – 2023


For those of you who had the pleasure of getting to know Jean Szkotnicki, you will know what a dynamic, sincere and special individual she was. Her contributions to Equine Guelph, as a Council member, and strong supporter and cheerleader will be terribly missed. She was also highly involved in Ontario Equestrian, Equestrian Canada and the Grand River Agricultural Society.

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Equine Guelph pays respect to beloved horses and horse people through its Hoofprints Tribute Program which is kindly sponsored by Acera Insurance and EquiCare Canada.

 
 
 

20th Anniversary | Partner Spotlight Zoetis

Equine Guelph welcomes Zoetis on-board as a new partner this year. Sponsoring Equine Guelph’s vaccination education program, Zoetis is committed to providing interactive learning tools designed to elicit optimal levels of protection for horses against disease. We thank Cansin Turkaslan for his support!


“It’s all about the Horse-Human bond that advances well-being for both. Partnering with Equine Guelph supports our goal to advance the care of animals.”  

~ Cansin Turkaslan, Product Manager, Livestock - Zoetis CanadaCanada 

 
 
Journey Joints Arthritic
 
 

Journey through the Joints

TRY OUT TOOL OF THE MONTH

This tool enables users to understand what is happening below the surface and how to manage joint inflammation. We also explore the common causes of arthritis, diagnosis and treatment options.

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EQUINE HEALTH

 

Disease specialist speaks to importance of protecting pets, livestock from air pollution

When air thick with haze and the acrid smell of wildfire smoke pushes air quality health indexes to high levels, people are advised to remain indoors. But what about animals? The same advice holds strong, according to veterinary pathology specialist Janet Beeler-Marfisi, who is researching the relationship between air pollution and lung disease…. Read on


Equine Guelph supports a number of high-quality projects at the University of Guelph, by virtue of funding provided largely by the racing industry (Standardbred, Thoroughbred and Quarter horse organizations): the Horse Improvement Program from the Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association and the E.P. Taylor Foundation, started by veterinarians in the Thoroughbred industry, and now maintained in trust by the University and Equine Guelph. 

 

The difference between cleaning and disinfecting

Enjoy this article from our archives - Dr. Alison Moore cautions against the use of pressure sprayers as they can aerosolize certain viruses. Squeegee any excess disinfectant off the floor. If there are rubber mats, remove them, clean with water and brush, and disinfect both sides before placing them back in the stall. Feed and water buckets should also be cleaned and disinfected, making sure to rinse well before their next use. Wash stalls are another area that should be cleaned and disinfected with regularity.

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If this article interests you; sign up for the next offering of Sickness Prevention in Horses online course.

 
 
 
 
 

Provincial Foundations Officials Course

On-Demand

 

Five provincial equestrian associations (AEF, ENS, IHC, MHC, NLEA) have partnered with Equine Guelph to offer online training for those interested in becoming horse show judges in grass roots circuits.

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TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
 
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12-Week Online Courses Start Sept 11

Early bird rate until Aug 12

Mgmt of the Equine Environment


Equine Health & Disease


Equine Functional Anatomy 


Equine Behaviour


Equine Welfare


Equine Business Management


Management of the Broodmare, Stallion and Foal


Stewardship of the Equine Environment 


Advanced Equine Health through Nutrition

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Short Online Courses

TheHorsePortal.ca

Register Today!

Horse Behaviour & Safety for Youth

On-Demand (1-year access ages 13-17)


Equine Business 101

On-Demand (1-year access)


Provincial Officials Foundations Course

On-Demand (1-year access)


The Senior Horse 

Sep 18 - 29 


Horse Care and Welfare 

Oct 2 - 13 


Equine First Aid

Oct 23 - 30 


Fire & Emergency Preparedness

Nov 13 - 20 


Horse Behaviour and Safety

Nov 27 - Dec 8

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OTHER NEWS & EVENTS

 

Top social media of the month

Our followers top picks


Horse Welfare Code of Conduct

just released by Equestrian Canada


Guidelines for extreme conditions Equestrian Canada makes new post regarding competitions and training


Youth safety

Workplace Safety & Prevention Services has some great resources to help keep young horse enthusiasts safe on the farm and videos


Learn horse language

Being fluent in horse talk is huge for staying safe - Take the online Youth offering of Horse Behaviour and Safety     


EquiMania.ca August Activity

Plant ID - Do you know your forage?

Super quick video on Heat Stress and horses

Quick video on heat stress & horses

2023 upcoming Large Animal Emergency Rescue (LAER) Courses:


Operational Level course

Sept 16-17 | Ashburn, ON


Awareness Level course

Oct 21 | Guelph, ON

University of Guelph campus - Veterinary student offering.


For information and to register for LAER courses

contact Susan Raymond

slraymon@uoguelph.ca

Sargent Denise Leonard describes the value of Large Animal Emergency Rescue Training
 
EQUINE JOBTRACK
Laurie MacPherson explains expectations of show grooms

Laurie MacPherson explains what is expected of show grooms.

Looking for a Career in the Horse Industry?


Check out the career resources at EquineJobTrack.ca.


Job seekers - your next job might be posted right now!


Stay tuned for more Careers in the Equine Industry features coming soon to EquineJobTrack.ca

 
 
 
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