Best Western
Regency Hotel

970-353-8444



 

Equine Day
 


BUNKHOUSE

9:30-11:30

Bits and Bitting
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Dr. Dwight Bennett, Retired Professor, College of Vet. Medicine & Biomedical Sciences-CSU
  
Dr. Bennett will cover the types and proper uses of the snaffle, curb, gag, pelham bits, driving bits, double bridles, and bitless bridles.  He will also discuss various accessories like overchecks, side checks, nose bands, and martingales.
11:30-1:00 LUNCH
1:00-3:30
Acupuncture:  Its Science and Application in the Horse
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Dr. Tim Holt, Professor, College of Vet. Medicine & Biomedical Sciences-CSU
  
Acupuncture is a powerful tool for helping the horse to achieve maximum soundness and comfort in the performance arena.  It is also used to help sick and injured animals heal faster with less pain and more quality of life.  Dr. Holt will present the science behind acupuncture in a classroom setting and then he will demonstrate the effects and application on live horses.  He will also answer the many questions about when and where to apply this therapy.
 
 

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