Horse gait

Late last month, I attended a 3D open shoot at the Wallkill wildlife reservation. A 3D shoot is an archery course that involves shooting at targets modelled after 3D objects. The event is hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife to generate funds and PR for the refuge. Many competitive archers attend from across the state looking for practice, to meet people interested in their hobby, or to find a new source of trophies. When I first get to the reservation there is a horde of people waiting to start

Rodeo is more than a sport, it is a way of life. In the beginning it was based on the everyday skills needed to be a good ranch hand that got the hard work done. Add a little glitz and a few bulls and you have a rodeo. It takes hard work, passion and a lot of money to be successful in the sport of rodeo. There is a lot of travel. In order to get paid, you have to win. In order to participate, you have to pay an entry fee. In order to stay in the game you have to keep healthy. Any rodeo cowboy will

"Curley is needed at the longhouse, " shouted Curley's grandfather. Curley yawned as he was roused from a deep slumber by the voice of his grandfather. He slowly removed himself from his cot and reluctantly got dressed in fine clothing for the meeting. He quickly devoured a dish of bread and cheese for breakfast and exited his lodge as he threw on his buffalo hide robe. The buffalo hide robe was Curley's favorite belonging. The writing and pictures on it represented his accomplishments

Deemed the most dangerous animal veterinary students must work with, horse behavior is often misunderstood among even the most well-versed horsemen (Gronqvist, Rogers, Gee, Martinez, & Bolwell, 2017). Equines have a complex range of emotions which are expressed through specific body language well known to owners. Sometimes these aggressive and/or anxious actions can show up suddenly which leaves caretakers confused and looking for a solution. The behaviors specifically include standoffish movements

Josh Sung Joon Park Professor Wallace Literature Core April 24 2015 The Intricate Weave of ‘Horseman’ In the story “Horseman,” by Richard Russo, a young English professor, Janet Moore, explores the complexities of her marriage, academic, and social life. The plot of the story, which jumps around the presence and the past memory, may seem diverse and confusing. However, in the end, Russo deliberately combines those layers, illustrates the interrelations of Janet’s experiences and relationships, and

The theme of power is also prevalent in Paul when searches for a way to fulfill the luxurious lifestyle of his dreams.  However, unlike Dave, Paul source of power comes from money. Throughout “Paul’s Case,” Paul believes money is a key component that ensures him a life of happiness and excitement. This view he has of money inspired him to steal money from Denny and Carson’s he was supposed to deposit at the bank to fund his week-long spree in New York City. Paul is repelled by the life he lives on

had my heart set on finding the perfect competition horse after selling my pony in eighth grade. My trainer and I spent weeks traveling around to different farms, and trying horse for sale. This was an important decision for me, something that would shape the next few years of my life. I thought I knew exactly what I was looking for. Until we visited Kate Brown's barn in Aiken on March twenty sixths. Kate, a professional rider, had three horses lined up for me to ride. The first was a young mare

It was a cold and gloomy winter day. Three horses plodded through the deep cold snow. They were all sisters. The one on the far left was Aicha. She was light pink, and her mane and tail were pure white, sort of puffy and silky at the same time, like a cloud. She also had flashing silver hooves that she was quite proud of. She was the youngest. In the middle was the next youngest, next oldest sister. Her name was Letta. She was chestnut colored, with a white muzzle. Her mane, tail and hooves were

Patient: “Emmit”, case number 692015, 3 year old Quarter horse stallion shown in halter, June 9, 2015, 1,200 pounds. Emmit was presented to Performance Equine Associates for the evaluation of a maxillary fracture that occurred from a fight with another stallion on June 9, 2015. Summary of the patient’s physical status on presentation Emmit presented with lacerations on both the right and left side of his maxilla, deep, labored respirations, excessive swelling of his nose, mouth, and face. Because

remember my mom had to keep getting waters and wet wash cloths just to keep us hydrated. I also remember that even with the heat the audience was still so involved and energetic. The clown had his own horse that year that he played tricks with. He was wearing a fat suit and riding the horse around. Then the horse laid down and the clown was trying to make him stand back up. He said," Hey boy you wanna see all the pretty