Second Chance Ranch
292 McPhillips Rd R1A3E4 Lockport, MB, Canada

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Des états de mal-être plus profonds qu’il n’y parait Avec mes collègues Aline Foury (en photo) et Marie-Pierre Moisan, nous nous intéressons à l’impact des co...nditions de vie des chevaux sur leur physiologie et leur santé. Dans cette étude publiée dans la revue PlosOne, nous avons étudié l’impact de la vie au box. LA METHODE Nous avons effectué des prises de sang à des chevaux qui vivaient en box depuis seulement 6 semaines (avec sortie individuelle au paddock). Aline a regardé s’ils avaient un profil d’expression de gènes spécifique, par rapport à des chevaux qui vivaient en box uniquement la journée, et allaient au pré la nuit, avec différents enrichissements de leur environnement. LES RESULTATS Après seulement 6 semaines au box, des gènes liés à l’apoptose (la mort cellulaire) se sont sur-activés chez ces chevaux. Autrement dit, des gènes pas très sympas, qui dormaient et ne faisaient pas de mal, se sont réveillés et ont commencé à s’exprimer . Alors, les chevaux ne sont pas morts hein. mais en les observant bien, certains commençaient à présenter des débuts de tics, d’apathie, d’anxiété et d’agressivité. Quelques-uns mettaient plus de temps à terminer leur ration, et comme par hasard, leurs analyses sanguines présentaient des anomalies bref, ils commençaient à avoir les caractéristiques typiques de beaucoup de chevaux au box. Voyant cela, ils ont été remis au pré, et nous n’avons pas eu à déplorer de troubles plus lourds mais qu’en est-il des chevaux qui restent des années au box ? Loin de moi l’idée de jeter la pierre aux personnes qui ont leurs chevaux au box. J’ai eu moi-même un cheval qui a vécu en box de nombreuses années. Mais cette étude a radicalement changé ma façon de voir les choses. N’hésitez pas à partager vos impressions et à témoigner si vous avez réussi à faire la transition box > pré. Dans certaines écuries, lorsque les infrastructures n’ont pas été pensées pour, cela peut constituer un véritable challenge et les témoignages sont les bienvenus. POUR ALLER PLUS LOIN Vous pouvez retrouver tout le contenu de cette étude en la consultant directement sur le site de la revue scientifique, ou vous pouvez lire les résumés sur Equipaedia, sur le blog Alter-equus ou en visionnant cette conférence que j’avais donnée lors d’un Equimeeting : https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0114384 https://equipedia.ifce.fr//hebergement-et-transport/enrich http://alter-equus.org/enrichissement-environnement/ https://youtu.be/C7SXWSxVEXo Lansade, L., Valenchon, M., Foury, A., Neveux, C., Cole, S.W., Laye, S., et al. (2014). Behavioral and Transcriptomic Fingerprints of an Enriched Environment in Horses (Equus caballus). PLoS ONE 9(12). doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0114384.

Did you know? Most of us don’t. I guess it’s no different than not riding your horse until they are at least 5.

A few more pics that didn't make it to the website.

We just uploaded some of the photos from Training For Courage :: Paul Dufresne clinic. Head over to our site and check them out https://www.2chanceranch.ca

Just a reminder - there WILL NOT be a Training for Courage demo tonight. Auditors are welcome at the clinic Saturday and Sunday 9am-4pm.

With regards to the Training for Courage clinic happening Oct 17-18 - I had a conversation with the Business Manager from the Manitoba Horse Council to clarify what COVID restrictions applied at this time, and she reiterated what had been said in 2 emails that they had sent out... ..."We will reiterate that if an area goes to Code Orange, at this time Sport Manitoba advises that the maximum occupancy and mask wearing protocols do not apply to those actively engaging in athlet...ic or fitness activities. Occupancy should be calculated on the square footage of the area being used and social distancing applied. We consider ‘actively’ to be the operative word, so masks should be worn when not actively riding or coaching. Also, consider that if you are running activities under the auspices of a facility or other organisation, please follow the most stringent of the requirements." Because of the size of the arena we will be in, there can be up to 50 people while social distancing. There won't be that many, but there could be. There will be 10 horses participating (with 13 people) and there are 3 auditors pre-paid. - Participants are not required to wear masks while working with their horses, but will be when the horse is not in hand - during breaks, lunch, etc. - The clinician will not be wearing a mask while instructing. - Auditors should wear their masks at all times. - **** Everyone will have to bring their own masks, lunches, water, tea, coffee, snacks, lawn chair, etc. **** * There will be a welcome station outside or just inside the facility entry points with hand wash or sanitizer for all persons to wash or disinfect their hands. * Everyone will be required to complete and sign the Self-Declaration Form, sign-in, sign-out. * Everyone should maintain physical distance of two meters in all aspects of operations. * All persons should wear a face mask as mandated by current provincial directives and always have a mask ready for use. * We will leave doors open whenever possible, without compromising horse or human safety. * Washrooms will be cleaned frequently. * Everyone should be aware that horses, tack, equipment and clothing can be vectors of COVID-19, so minimize touching stuff that is not yours. * Sanitization supplies will be readily available and easily accessible. We wish you a happy Thanksgiving however you are able to make it happen safely!

Oh the cuteness!

We're so pleased to offer this clinic this fall! Spots will fill up fast. Register today.

Who else remembers riding on one of these in the mall as a kid?

Very entertaining and indeed a good way to normalize the giving of things via syringe https://youtu.be/TXd4kCKxs00

Happy Mother’s Day!

Happy Easter everyone! We've unfortunately had to cancel the Training For Courage :: Paul Dufresne clinic in May. We hope we have the opportunity to host Paul again soon! While we are all disappointed we have to make healthy choices right now so that things can get back to normal sooner rather than later.

Have a celebration every day! There are so many to choose from and they all have snacks!

Some wisdom from Pluto!

More wisdom from Pluto

Have you checked out our website? View our arena and see past and upcoming clinics.

This is so great!

This looks like it will be an amazing film! The full length documentary is screening in some locations in the US now so I’m going to add it to my google alerts to see if it will eventually be online to watch in full in the future. I’ll definitely share what I find out!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/132937644299626/permalink/335993420660713/?sfnsn=mo

A great episode from these gals in the Kootenays.

A smile for your Monday morning!

Available for free viewing for a time :) https://youtu.be/UruSVDLqwVc

If the weather has you inside (too cold or too snowy) instead of out with your horses. You might enjoy these 3 videos from Emma Massingale on youtube on how she... starts young horses to get them ready for riding and liberty work and tricks. Her way is VERY laid back and low pressure, balancing bits of higher energy with just 'hanging about' (got to love that accent!) There's lots of ways to train and be with horses so it's great to glean some new things! Even if you aren't starting young ones there are some great overall tips here. Have fun! See more

A reminder to keep your dogs away when deworming and clean up manure afterward

There is nothing truer in this world than the love of a dog.

Thinking of the humans animals an habitats in Australia. Send prayers and thoughts of rain.

Some stunning photos and insights in these blog posts. You may have to go back a few posts to get the full picture if you’re new to the story line but it’s real...ly worth your time. What these women are doing is incredible. They are trying to let these horses live as much of a free existence as possible. https://listentoyourhorse.com/merging-the-herds-the-3-lads/ See more

PRESS RELEASE - December 23, 2019 Dr. Juliet Getty Speaks on "Pain Management from a Nutritional Approach" on Monty Roberts' Horsemanship Radio. Her recent inte...rview with the show's host, Monty Roberts' daughter, Debbie Roberts Loucks, can be heard at: http://www.horsemanshipradio.com//149-pain-management-hor/ Check out Episode #149 at minute marker 20:15 to enjoy this 26-minute discussion Join Dr. Getty in learning about how the drugs that treat pain address the symptoms but do nothing to cure the problem. In addition, they often present a real risk of ulcer development. There are much better ways to deal with pain that not only relieve the discomfort, but also help the horse truly heal. _____________ Dr. Juliet Getty, internationally respected equine nutritionist, shares tips about this topic and more on the award winning Horsemanship Radio, dedicated to the exploration of good horsemanship throughout the world, offering tips and interviews that explore good horsemanship. Interviews are also archived at www.gettyequinenutrition.com. _______________________ Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. is an independent equine nutritionist with a wide U.S. and international following. Her research-based approach optimizes equine health by aligning physiology and instincts with correct feeding and nutrition practices. Dr. Getty’s goal is to empower the horseperson with the confidence and knowledge to provide the best nutrition for his or her horse’s needs. Dr. Getty’s fundamental resource book, Feed Your Horse Like a Horse, is available in paperback and Kindle versions. The paperback version is available at www.GettyEquineNutrition.com-- buy the book there and have it inscribed by the author. Print and Kindle versions are also available at Amazon (www.Amazon.com); find print version at other online retail bookstores. The seven individual volumes in Dr. Getty’s topic-centered Spotlight on Equine Nutrition series are available with special package pricing at her website, and also at Amazon in print and Kindle versions. Dr. Getty’s books make ideal gifts for equestrians! Find a world of useful information for the horseperson at www.GettyEquineNutrition.com: Sign up for Dr. Getty’s informative, free e-newsletter, Forage for Thought; browse her library of articles and tips; listen to recorded interviews; and purchase recordings of her educational teleseminars and webinars. Find a variety of quality supplements and whole foods at her online Free Shipping Supplement Store[i]. Reach Dr. Getty directly at [email protected]. [i] http://horsesupplements.gettyequinenutrition.biz

It's the time of year for sleigh rides.

Happy Holidays everyone. Wishing you and your human and animal family comfort and joy.

A great informative horse blog and just one of many resources we put together on our hoofgeeks website (link in the comments if you’re looking for some new resources for your whole horse health toolbox!) https://drkhorsesense.wordpress.com

A recent photo turned into a painting (digital magic)

Besides lymphoma... if you feed your pets commercial pet food and wonder why they have vomiting, diarrhea and pancreatitis.... and how is it contributing to all the gut issues in horses (ulcers, dysbiosis, hindgut acidosis....)?

Happy #nationaldayofthehorse

Who’s counting down