Horse Sense Workshop ~ The Basics

( see pictures below )

This workshop is great for anyone new to Horses or returning to Horses, as well as any Horseman who wants to brush up on the basics. This workshop is also a great learning opportunity for anyone who cares for Horses, including professional Pet Sitters. Led by Nancy Bertolo, this workshop will be held at Lucky Day Ranch in Vacaville, Ca. Information will be presented through discussion and demonstrations as well as some hands-on experiences and activities for participants.

This workshop will be offered in five Parts, as follows:

Part 1 -

The Nature of Horses

Safety with and around Horses

The Parts of The Horse

Basic Horse Handling - approach & halter

Part 2 -

The Senses of the Horse

The 2-member herd

How to motivate a Horse

Basic Horse Handling - approach, halter and lead

Part 3 -

The Parts of the Horse review

"Normal" horse behavior

Body Language basics - signs of health, illness, pain, aggression

Basic Horse Handling

Part 4 -

Tying a Horse - learn a "quick release" knot and alternatives

Grooming Horses - how, why, and the tools used

Fly Protection - applying fly spray and fly screens

Part 5 -

Basic Horse Handling review

Emergencies with Horses

Vital Signs - taking the temperature, pulse, respiration

and checking gut sounds and capillary refill time

Cost is $25.00 per session

(or $20 each if you sign up for 3 or more sessions)

For more information or to sign up contact

   Nancy Bertolo

www.LuckyDayRanch.net

(707) 372-3901 / (707) 447-7419

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Horse Sense Workshop ~ The Basics