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           Happy Horse Gazette                      September 2004 * Issue I * Volume I

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         Welcome to Happy Horse Online!!!  

 

Happy Horse Tack and Saddle Shop is pleased to welcome you to our new internet tack shop and community center! We would like for you to feel free to browse inside our online tack shop and to take advantage of the special internet sales and closeouts. Also, you should check back frequently, because new items will be added often! Another new addition to the Happy Horse website are the community forums. Here you can post questions, events, product reviews and much more. This area of the website is for the public to utilize, so don't be shy! Take a moment right now to become a registered user and submit your first posting. The staff at Happy Horse would like to thank everyone for making our online services possible and we hope to see all of you in the community forum

                                                       Congratulations Morgan!

Morgan McElwee, an 18 year old resident of Fort Collins, passed her HA-rating for Pony Club! The HA-rating is the horse management component of the coveted A-rating. The HA consists of three sections which are stable and pasture management, veterinary knowledge, and teaching and training. Each section is supervised and scored by an appointed Pony Club judge and you must pass all three sections to complete the HA-Rating. Morgan traveled all the way to Manhattan, Kansas to perform her rating. Currently you can find her competing in Three Day Eventing atop her 6 year old Oldenburg mare, DaLoryan. In the fall Morgan will begin her freshman year of college at Montana State. The Happy Horse will miss her greatly, and we look forward to the holidays when she will come visit. Congratulations Morgan and Good Luck at college!

Morgan and DeLoryan competing at the Pony Club
Mega Rally held at The Colorado Horse Park.

                       Equine Astrology
  Virgo

This month we celebrate the astrology of the Virgo! Virgo's are an Earth sign and are ruled by the planet Mercury. Of all the signs in the Zodiac, Virgo is the most diligent and hardworking. Serving his master and working hard gives him a sense of well-being and fulfillment. Virgos are also very intelligent, productive, and they learn quickly. These animals excel in areas that require precision and often do well in dressage. His even temperament and willingness to work make him an excellent schoolmaster! Even though the Virgo is very willing to work, he needs to have a daily routine and craves order in the yard. Since he is a workaholic, relaxation doesn't come too easily, so you need to make sure you chose the right type of activities to restore his vitality. A light hack in a field or some turn-out time will help him unwind. Be careful not to let him "relax" too much, because he will find a new job and it could be one you do not approve of.  

Next month Equine Astrology will feature Libra!

Welcome to the Product Review Barn! Every month we will feature two products that will be accompanied by a consumer review. At the Happy Horse we all have our favorite products and we sure do like to talk about them! The P.R Barn is a place where we can showcase these items. Any item that is featured in the Barn will be offered online at a SALE PRICE! If you find a product that you  like e-mail emily at happyhorsetack.com for the online sale information. Life has never been so good!

Scoring System: 
Every rider's must have
An excellent equestrian product
Could come in handy
Takes up precious trunk space

Epona's Riders' Reward Shower Scrub
Retail price: $14.95

Finally! A product that actually does what it is supposed to do! Riders' Reward Shower Scrub, distributed by Epona, is shower heaven in a bottle. We all know that life at the barn can tend to make a rider's skin dry, flaky and rough. After using this product for a couple of days I noticed the difference in the quality of my skin. The rough parts are now smooth and shiny and the dryness has been scrubbed away. Epona's Shower Scrub also has a revitalizing aromatherapeutic effect on the senses! This foaming cleanser is textured with finely ground walnut shells and blended with Eucalyptus, Siberian Fir, Basil and Peppermint Oils. Besides being an extremely effective product, Riders' Reward is 100% cruelty free and the packaging is recyclable! I give this product two thumbs up!

Romfh's Color Block Coolmax Show Shirt
Retail Price: $49.95

This is the perfect show shirt for eventers and dressage riders. At first glance the Romfh Coolmax show shirt looks like the typical equestrian sportswear, but if you look in the back there is a strap for your stock tie. Voila! The shirt turns from stylish sportswear to classic ring wear. Once you take off your coat the wicking fabric dries quickly and you can unzip the top, grab some water, and watch everyone else in your division. For those that don't have designated shirts for cross country, the Romfh shirt is awesome under your crash vest. You will really appreciate the special Coolmax wicking fabric when you are on course! The Romfh Color Block Coolmax Show Shirt is available in peri/white, greentea/white, rouge/white and white.

         Happy Horse Annual Donation Report

The Happy Horse is proud to be a sponsor of both local and regional organizations. Throughout the 2004 show season we have donated close to $4,000 to organizations like the local 4-H clubs, various breed shows, therapeutic riding centers, young rider teams, Colorado State University, and the local pony club. Look for the Happy Horse high point award at the next regional show you attend or you might see a donated product at fund raisers such as Bit of a Bash, the annual event for the Larimer County Boys and Girls club. The owners at Happy Horse believe community outreach is the key to the success and longevity of a local business.

If your organization is interested in a sponsorship from the Happy Horse, please contact us as early as possible so we have time to choose items that would serve you in the best way. Unfortunately, we cannot offer monetary donations or sponsorship, but we have a wide variety of products, gift certificates, and we offer quantity discounts for large award purchases. All of our donations are offered free of charge, therefore, the Happy Horse reserves the right to refuse any donation request. Also, we need at least one week notice in order to process donation requests. Please bring any information regarding your organization by the Happy Horse or call Lindsay or Jen at the shop.

Below are organizations donated to in the past year.

Abbey Ranch Horse Trials
Results from 2004
http://www.usef.org/content/competitions/compDisplay/compDisplay.php?cid=1687&year=2004&section=

Area IX Young Riders Event Team
Check in to see how they did at the North American Young Rider’s Championships!
http://www.eventingusa.com/membership/young_riders.htm

Centennial Pony Club
http://rockymountain.ponyclub.org/clubs.htm

Colorado Horse Trials at High Prairie
http://www.coloradohorsepark.com/

Hearts and Horses
http://www.heartsandhorses.org/

Rocky Mountain Dressage Society
http://www.rmds.org

Odds & Ends

I ride horses because it's the only sport where I can exercise while sitting down.
~ Joan Hansen

         
"Why can't you have a little goat for a friend like the other horses?"

Consignment Saddle Showcase If you are interested in any of these consignment saddles please contact emily at happyhorsetack.com * Saddle Steal of the Month * Kieffer Grand Prix #1040924 17" seat/wide tree/brown $360.00 This Kieffer has tons of ride miles, but has been kept in excellent shape. The saddle's seat has slight wear marks, which are a testament to a well balanced and comfortable ride, because someone spent lots of time in this piece of tack! Other than superficial wear this saddle is still as strong as the day it was built. If you are on a budget or just starting out this could be the perfect saddle for you. If you are interested in the Kieffer Grand Prix come by the shop and check it out for a test ride. At this price this saddle won't last long! Bate's Caprilli A/P Saddle 16.5" seat/adjustable gullet system/brown $1125.00 This Caprilli has only been on a horse just a few times and it is in like new condition. Outfitted with the Easy-Change gullet system and the revolutionary CAIR air-panel system, this saddle guarantees a superb fit for horse and rider. This Bate's Caprilli is  perfect for the younger, smaller rider or for someone who needs to ride multiple horses of different sizes! This saddle is currently fitted with a medium size gullet, but Happy Horse has a variety of sizes on hand to provide a better fit. Pariani Jumping Saddle 17" seat/wide tree/tan $1125.00 Here is your chance to get an excellent, high quality saddle at a bargain basement price! The Pariani saddle company is known for their one of a kind craftsmanship and well balanced saddles. This is one saddle that you truly must try, but once you do you will be hooked on it! If you are serious about jumping this is the saddle for you. This saddle is used, but it is in excellent condition. The owner of this saddle is highly motivated to sell!