Linda Siegel. Page 1. MLAHA MEETING Our March BOD meeting will be held at Original Mels in Auburn, 1730 Grass Valley Highway, on March 17 at 6 p.m.

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1 Page 1 VOL. 27, NO. 3 MARCH 2015 After all those storms, here we are, dry and sunny, no matter what the weather people say! We still have many months to go before the rainy season is over, so I am optimistic about lovely soft Spring showers. Fuzzy Wuzzy is nearly here on March 22 in Loomis. It is such a great show for kids, for adults, for the horses! It is often the first show for either the person or horse, and you should see those big smiles coming out of the arena with a ribbon. It is less competitive than the class A shows, and a good way to test your riding and your horse to see if you want to climb the ladder to the bigger, longer shows near-by. Our first barn visit on February 22 was so much fun I think this may be my kind of party. Limited to only 10 visitors by reservation, it is a way to bring people together with horses in a variety of ways. We had a combination of very sophisticated Arabian folks with those that have never really been near a horse, and I think everyone had a good time. It is a very casual event, and the next one will be on March 15 5 p.m. 7 p.m. Just call to reserve your spot! We will be serving beer, wine, soft drinks, chips and a cheese platter. And carrots.. Please come join us at our monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of each month, and don t forget we are meeting at Mel s on Highway 49 in Auburn this month at 6 p.m. If you are going to eat, drink, or have dessert, please order your food before coming into the meeting! After we conclude our business, there will be plenty of time for socializing and ordering food. Happy St. Patrick s Day! Linda Siegel 2015 President President s Message - Page 1 Show Ring Etiquette - Page 2 Contacts - Page 2 Little Bits - Page 3 Classified Ads - Pages 3 and 4 Letter To a Young Girl On The Death Of Her Horse - Page 5 Agenda for 2-17 Meeting - Page 5 10 Early Warning Signs Of Laminitis? - Page 6 Fuzzy Wuzzy - Pages 7-10 MLAHA MEETING Our March BOD meeting will be held at Original Mels in Auburn, 1730 Grass Valley Highway, on March 17 at 6 p.m.

2 Page 2 SHOW RING ETIQUETTE Reprinted with permission from the Kentucky Horse Council Have you ever been having a really good ride in a class only to have someone box you in on the rail and make it virtually impossible to be seen by the judge? Or how about been on a young horse their first time to the show ring, and have someone ride right up behind you causing your young mount to get claustrophobic and lose their composure. It happens to all of us and none of these scenarios are any fun. To avoid being that person this summer as you hit the show circuit, follow some simple show ring etiquette rules to keep you in the good graces of your fellow competitors. I always like to obey the Golden Rule when in the show ring. In other words, if you wouldn t want someone to do it to you, don t do it to them. Remember competition and sportsmanship go hand in hand, and etiquette is a part of good showmanship AND good sportsmanship. First thing to consider in the show ring is to always leave at least a full horse length between you and the horse in front of you. This not only avoids your horse getting kicked, but also sets you apart from that horse in front of you. After all, the idea of showing is getting the judge to look at you and your steed, but if he or she can t tell where the horse in front of you ends and yours begins, you likely won t get noticed as much as you want. Another thing to keep in mind is passing other horses. If you find that you are coming up on the horse in front of you and are going to break the one horse length rule, it is perfectly acceptable to pass that animal on the inside. Be sure to allow PLENTY of room between you and the horse you are passing. No judge will dock you for moving a few horse widths inside to pass. If you get to the inside and find that you are not going to be able to pass the rider in front of you in a timely manner (10 15 strides or so), make a circle to the inside and find another comfortable place on the rail. Remember, the person you are passing is trying to exhibit their horse as well and there is nothing more frustrating than having to break gate because someone has boxed you in on the rail. Also keep in mind that when a transition is called for, you don t have to proceed right away. Allow the horses in front of you a few seconds to make the transition (especially to a faster gate) and then ask your mount. This will also help keep spacing issues to a minimum. Finally, if you are riding a horse that may kick if approached closely from behind, tie a red ribbon in their tail to caution fellow riders. One other consideration to make on show day is the gate to the show ring. Remember that is where riders are making their first impression on the judge. If you are not in the class entering the ring, keep clear of the gate. Give the competitors entering the ring a chance to gather up their horses and make the best first impression possible. If you are one of the competitors in the class, be courteous and allow yourself time and space. Remember you are also making a fist impression and being considerate of other riders will only bring you favor in the judges eyes. Additionally, being prompt into and out of the show ring is important. Be aware of the show schedule and pay attention to the progression of the show so that you are in the immediate area and ready when your class is being called. If you are riding multiple horses in the same class or competition, make sure to have someone to help you with tack changes etc. so you don t make the judge and fellow competitors wait for you. Making these few considerations can make show day much more fun for everyone. Remember to be considerate of others and abide by the Golden Rule. MLAHA BOARD Linda Siegel, President Sue Rich, Vice President Jean Zabriskie, Treasurer Charleene Naughton, Secretary Pat DeLano, Director Marty Counts, Director Terri McGoldrick, Director Sue Rich, Membership Chair Cheryl Hansen, Past President AHA Delegates: Sue Rich Marty Counts Marty Counts, Tailings Editor counts4275@gmail.com To Contact MLAHA Website Cindy Feldman, Webmaster support@azriaarabian.com Mailing Address PO Box 7158, Auburn, CA

3 Page 3 Little Bits Congratulations to member Jaede Miloslavich. On February 15 her purebred Arabian gelding El Tapahtio Tito, passed all his certifications to be an official California State Parks Mounted Patrol Unit. Jaede states, I wanted to share this happy news with all the other club members so that if they want to certify their Arabians, I can forward you the information. Now both my horses, Magic Rabbit XY and Tito, are certified and official. If you are interested, please contact Jaede at jaede@sbbmail.com Reminder to your new foal information to Sue Rich. sue.rich@sbcglobal.net Sunday, March 8 at 10 am, informal (not MLAHA sanctioned) trail ride for MLAHA members at Traylor Ranch. Contact Jaede at jaede@sbbmail.com for complete details. Magical Ranch s barn visit in March will be on March 15 from 5 7 p.m. in the barn. Call tlinda Siegel at to reserve your spot. PS - I hear the inaugural barn visit was lots of fun. Marty Open Schooling show in Placerville Sunday, March 15. Contact Anne Frost maidenrock@fiddletownca.net for more information. Did you know MLAHA has a Facebook page? On it you can find messages about MLAHA events as well as posts from MLAHA members like yourself. Click on the Facebook logo above to check it out. Thanks to Dorothee Moss for creating and administering our MLAHA group page!

4 Page 4 Tobie Ranch Langdon Fielding, DVM, Dipl ACVECC Catherine Jacobs, DVM Jill Higgins, DVM Jason Errico, DVM Dipl ACVS Dominic Dawson, DVM Dipl ACVIM Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center, Inc. Robert Morgan, DVM Diana Stolba, DVM Eduardo DeLaCruz, DVM Jennifer Mayer, VMD Emily Wilson, DVM Elizabeth Howard, DVM aul & Jennifer Tobie - Owners China Hollow Road Auburn, Ca (530) home (530) cell (530) fax tobiecountry@yahoo.com Jennifer Tobie - Trainer (916) Penryn Road, Penryn CA Visit us at: lbemc.com Missi Throne (916) missianne4@hotmail.com Patricia DeLano (530) Trained Horses For Sale KEN AND MARTY COUNTS PLACERVILLE, CA COUNTSARABIANS.COM KEN'S CELL: MARTY'S CELL:

5 Page 5 Dear Kelly, I know that when you asked me yesterday how I thought your horse was doing, you were looking for a last ray of hope. It really hurt not to be able to give you some encouragement that his problem could be healed. When we took him to where they were digging the grave, he hauled like the perfect gentleman that he was. When I gave him the injection, he laid down quietly and was unconscious in seconds. Although it took a few minutes for the drugs to take their final effect, he was in a total coma and feeling no pain until the end. Saying that we've all got to go sometime does nothing to ease the pain of your loss. But if I had to choose a day to die, I would surely choose one like yesterday: a summer afternoon in June, not too warm nor too cool, in one of the wettest springs that I can remember. The fresh green grass stretched across the rolling hills as far as the eye could see. A crystal blue sky hung overhead with just a few marshmallow clouds on the horizon for contrast. A soft breeze kissed the brow of the hill, overlooking the river bottom in all its velvet green finery, stretching to the distant mountains. Dozens of different kinds of wild flowers splashed accents of red, yellow, and blue. As I knelt to see if his heart had stopped, I noticed all around a wildflower that has been a favorite of mine since childhood. Lithe spiderworts were pregnant with buds and should be in bloom by the time you receive this letter. If you kneel and sniff several of these bright blue flowers, you will find one of the sweetest scents in the world -- a fragrance to bring to memory happy times. That's something else I'd like to mention -- happy times, Kelly, please remember your friend not as he was with his problems, but as he would have been without them, and as I am sure that he is, even now. Remember him doing the horse things that he never could; galloping off across the hills with his proud Arabian head held high, and the wind whipping his tail behind him. Remember that the love you gave him was never wasted, and that he also loved you. Even though he is gone, this love remains. Sincerely, Ruth B. James, D.V.M. MARCH 17, 2015 AGENDA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MEL S DINER HIGHWAY 49 AUBURN ALL MEMBERS AND GUESTS WELCOME! Time: 6 p.m. Food will be available and may be purchased outside the meeting room or at 7 p.m. I. Call to order II. Roll Call/Introductions III. Approval of previous minutes IV. Finance a. Monthly report b. Submission and approval of expenses c Budget report d. Change in banks V. Committee Reports a. Membership (new members, associate member list, recruitment) b. Audit c. Fuzzy Wuzzy VI. Old Business a. Member communications (website, FB, and s) b. Fund-raising VII. New Business VIII. Announcements/Correspondence IX. Adjournment

6 Page 6 As a follow-up to last month s article on laminitis, listed below are the 10 early warning signs of laminitis, taken from an excellent article at 10 Early Warning Signs of Laminitis By Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA 1. A strong/bounding digital pulse 2. A hoof that s hot for hours 3. A distorted hoof shape and/or unusual rings 4. An increased heart rate 5. Too little or too much foot lifting 6. Apparent stretched and/or bleeding laminae 7. A shortened stride 8. Increased insulin levels 9. Obesity reprinted from Diarrhea, infection, or inflammatory response A strong or bounding digital pulse in both limbs is a clue that laminitis is to blame. Photo: Stephanie L. Church, Editor-in-Chief

7 Mother Lode Arabian Horse Association 36th Annual FUZZY WUZZY OPEN SCHOOLING SHOW FUZZIEST PONY & HORSE CONTEST STICK HORSE CONTEST March 22, 2015/Show start time: 8:00 a.m. (rain date May 10th) JUDGE: Gretchen McDaniel/Durham, CA LOOMIS BASIN HORSEMEN S ARENA Entry Fees: $4.99 per class NO REFUNDS Note: $25.00 charge for returned checks. FUZZIEST PONY& HORSE CONTEST (held during Lunch Break) ($2.00 entry - Fuzziest winner takes all! STICK HORSE CONTEST OPEN 6 & UNDER (held during Lunch Break) For more information: Cheryl Hansen, Show Mgr cell: (916) info@mlaha.org 1

8 Show office opens at 7:00am 1. Halter Yearlings & Under (All Breeds ) 2. Halter Mares 2 & Over (All Breeds) 3. Halter Geldings or Stallions 2 & Over (All Breeds) 4. Showmanship 18 & Over 5. Showmanship Showmanship 13 & Under 7. Halter Arabian Stallions 4 Years & Over (perpetual trophy) 8. Halter Color Class 9. Classic Head Class (Arabians & Half/Anglo Only) (perpetual trophy) 10. English Pleasure Walk/Trot - 18 & Over 11. English Pleasure Walk/Trot - 14 thru English Pleasure Walk/Trot - 13 & Under(APPROVED ASTM HELMET W/CHIN STRAP) 13. English Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under (Never to have shown at a canter/lope) (APPROVED ASTM HELMET W/CHIN STRAP) 14. English Pleasure Walk/Trot - Pairs 15. English Equitation 13 and under (APPROVED ASTM HELMET W/CHIN STRAP) 16. English Equitation 14 to 17 (APPROVED ASTM HELMET W/CHIN STRAP) 17. English Pleasure Junior Horse 18. English Pleasure Jack Benny Rider Open to riders age 45 & over 19. English Pleasure - Rider 18 and over 20. English Pleasure Rider 14 thru English Pleasure Rider 13 and under (APPROVED ASTM HELMET W/CHIN STRAP) 22. English Pleasure Maiden Horse or Rider 23. English Pleasure Amateur (All Ages) 24. Arabian & Half/Anglo Pleasure Open Western or English MLAHA member only 25. Lead Line English/Western - (Riders 2-6 Years) 26. Western Pleasure Walk/Jog - 18 and over 27. Western Pleasure Walk/Jog - 14 thru Western Pleasure Walk/Jog - 13& Under 29. Western Pleasure Walk/Jog - 10 & Under (Never to have shown at a canter/lope) 30. Western Pleasure Walk/Jog - Pairs 31. Western Pleasure Jack Benny Rider Open to riders age 45 & over 32. Western Equitation Rider 13 & Under 33. Western Equitation Rider 14 thru Western Equitation Rider 18 & Over 35. Western Pleasure - Junior Horse 36. Western Pleasure Rider 18 and over 37. Western Pleasure Rider 14 thru Western Pleasure Rider 13 and under 39. Western Pleasure - Maiden Horse or Rider 40. Western Pleasure Amateur (All Ages) 2

9 RIBBONS TO 1 ST THROUGH 6 TH PLACE AWARDS PERPETUAL TROPHIES: CLASSIC HEAD PERPETUAL TROPHY PUREBRED ARABIAN STALLIONS 4 YEARS & OVER LOCATION OF LOOMIS BASIN HORSEMENS ARENA Take I-80 east about 25 miles from Sacramento to the Penryn Exit. Turn right on Penryn Road and proceed one block to a "T" intersection, which is King Road. Turn right on King, go to the bottom of the hill, and then left on Ong Place. The street sign reads Ong Place, however old maps will show Winters Road. Ong Place (Winters Road) is the access for the Loomis Basin Community Park and Horsemen's Arena. FUZZY WUZZY HORSE SHOW RULES 1. USEF RULES ARE TO APPLY EXCEPT WHERE OTHERWISE NOTED. 2. RIDING APPAREL ENGLISH/WESTERN RIDERS MUST WEAR BOOTS & LONG SLEEVE SHIRTS & HATS. HELMETS (ASTM APPROVED) REQUIRED IN ENGLISH CLASSES FOR AGES 14 & UNDER AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ALL RIDERS WHILE RIDING ON THE COMPETITION GROUNDS. CHAPS AND HUNT COATS ARE OPTIONAL. 3. JUNIOR HORSE is one that is 5 years and under. 4. MAIDEN Horse or Rider that has not won 1 ST place ribbons at Any Show in the division entered. 5. TRAINING EQUIPMENT PERMITTED: Hackamores (bosal), snaffle bits and training aids (i.e., draw reins, running martingales, German martingales). No mechanical Hackamores allowed. Riders may use two hands on reins. 6. STALLIONS may not be shown by rider/handler who is under 18 years of age. 7. PARENTS/TRAINERS will supervise children and their mounts at all times. 8. PONIES allowed in all classes. 9. DOGS AND ALL OTHER PETS must be kept on a leash at all times. 10. CLASSES with less than three (3) entries may be cancelled or combined. 11. LEADLINE RIDERS may not enter any other riding class. 12. WALK/TROT CLASSES entries in walk/trot classes OTHER THAN 10 & UNDER may enter other classes in the show. 13. ONE-MINUTE GATE RULE WILL BE STRICLY ENFORCED. 14. COLOR CLASS Open to Appaloosa, Buckskins, Duns, Paints, Pintos, and Palominos. Excludes Bays, Greys Blacks and Chestnuts. 15. CLASSIC HEAD CLASS Horse must wear unlettered sheet, blanket or cooler. 16. NON-COMPETITIVE RIDERS may enter any class at regular fee. Exhibitor number to be worn upside down on exhibitor s back. 17. Perpetual Trophies - must show or submit a copy of registration papers. For the safety of all, exhibitors will not be allowed to unhook trailers on the show grounds. 3

10 FUZZY WUZZY Horseshow SPONSORSHIP FORM Mother Lode Arabian Horse Association March 22, 2015 (rain date May 10th) Class Sponsorship $ name announced at the show Number of classes Choice of classes Class Sponsorship (above) + Business card ad in 2 issues of Tailings $40.00 includes ad posted on the website for four months Number of classes Choice of classes Hang your banner - $40.00 (not to exceed 6 ft in length) Vendor Booth Space (10 x 15 ) $50.00 Stick Horse Sweepstakes Sponsorship $50.00 (class scheduled for lunch break) SPONSOR Name Firm or Ranch Name Address Phone Total Amount Paid $ Sponsorship arranged by ML member: Make check payable to: MLAHA and send to: Mother Lode Arabian Horse Association PO Box 7158 Auburn, CA