BC Equine Arena 2 Trail Association

10/10/2024

Strangles is a highly contagious disease characterized by abscessation of the lymphoid tissue in the upper respiratory tract and it is caused by the bacteria Streptococcus equi equi.

Transmission of the disease occurs by ingestion or inhalation of secretions (from the nose, mouth or abscessing tissue). This can also be transmitted by contaminated equipment/environment.

Clinical signs to monitor for:
🌡️ Fever (temperature over 38.4 Celsius)
💦 Nasal discharge
💤 Lethargy
🩹Swelling under the lower jaw/throatlatch region
💨 May have difficulty breathing or swallowing

Biosecurity:
🧼 Wash hands before and after handling your horses
🛑 Have designated clothes and boots for on-farm work and change before/after going into communal areas (ie. feed stores)
🐎 Limit exposure to other horses outside of your farm, especially if they have an unknown health history
🐴 Quarantine any new horses for 4 weeks prior to herd integration
🪣 Virkon solution for disinfection of potentially contaminated equipment

Vaccination:
💉 Not recommended in potential outbreak scenarios

🩺 Contact the clinic at 250-706-3341 if you have any questions or concerns.

10/06/2024

Hi we have an opening for a winter training program, we have an In Door arena with obstacles of all kinds to challenge you and your partner as your confidence improves, love this!

Located in Kelowna by the Kelowna airport.

From mid November to mid March. We have only 4 months to work on your goals!

Horses are handled daily with emphasis on manners. They have field turnout with good grass, quality hay, fed 4x daily, if grain or supplements supplied we will feed to your horse.

Training is minimum 3x per week if you want more price increases.

You are welcome to come daily and enjoy your horse practicing and improving.

All horses improve with groundwork and we use lots of obstacles and puzzle work to build confidence and help the horse "seek the trail" meaning look where he is going, this takes time as some are just that nosy neighbor, so be patient it will come with consistency.

Riding is important as helps the horse become soft in the bridle, timing and rhythm in transitions and as there body changes from good riding they smooth out. Willingness to move off the leg guide with the hands, lots to finesse here. Always equitation in riding, so even if we mess up we still look great!

Programs start at $1400. Per month.

If this program is helpful to you or horse or any questions call me.

250 808 0738

Yes we have kind schooling horses for beginners and advanced riders.

Haul ins are welcome with lessons only.

10/02/2024

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09/23/2024

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250 808 0738

09/08/2023

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08/30/2023

Looking for Indoor arena footing located by the Kelowna Airport. Any suggestions or ideas. Thanks.

08/24/2023

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08/31/2022

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07/23/2022

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07/05/2022

A good read.

IS YOUR HORSE 15 OR OLDER? Read on!

With each passing year, horses are living longer lives and many survive easily to 25 years of age or older. While this is good news, it also means that horse owners need to be aware of changes occurring with age, so they can preserve the health and quality of life of their equine friends throughout middle age and the geriatric years.

For example, Equine Cushing’s disease is one of the most common diseases of horses greater than 15 years of age. This syndrome is better defined as Equine Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) because it reflects the location within the brain that is abnormal, and the clinical signs are associated with abnormally elevated hormone concentrations in the blood.

Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) is another endocrine disorder that can affect mature horses and shares some of the same clinical signs as PPID. Although the two disorders feature some striking clinical similarities — most notably a predisposition to development of chronic laminitis — the underlying disease biology is quite different in each case and successful management requires proper diagnosis by a competent veterinarian first.

Our understanding of both conditions, especially EMS, is incomplete and subject to continuous evolution, but sufficient information is currently available to highlight some important similarities and differences for the interested horse owner. Consult your veterinarian for more information and work with them to develop the best wellness practices to ensure a healthy life for your mature horse.

Additional information regarding the older horse’s care and nutrition is available on our website at https://aaep.org/horsehealth/older-horse-special-care-nutrition

07/04/2022

Owner-provided information and a thorough lameness examination can help veterinarians start meaningful investigations into front foot lamenesses.

07/04/2022

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