Virginia
Horse Rescue
brought to you by
Traveller's Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary
site updated April 2, 2008
Discussion/Blogs
Are you interested in adopting a rescued horse? Do you offer haven to horses in need of assistance? Are you looking for an equine welfare organization in Virginia?
Welcome to Virginia Horse Rescue - a resource for all Virginians interested in the field of equine welfare.
Virginia Horse Rescue News
updates:
- VA Horse Welfare Organizations April 2, 2008
- Funding/mgmt April 1, 2008
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Upcoming
Events
April 19-20
Spotsylvania,VA
Traveller's Rest Equine Elders Sanctuary
Reiki Workshop, Animal Paradise Communication & Healing
April 18 - 20
Richmond, Virginia
Equine Cruelty Investigator Training
United States Equine Rescue League
Submit information concerning your fundraisers, clinics, benefits etc.
United States Equine Rescue League
Equine Cruelty Investigator Training
Richmond, Virginia
April 18 - 20, 2008
Training Topics:
Horse Identification
Horse Anatomy
Horse Handling
Husbandry Issues
Investigative Photography
Interview Skills
Writing Reports
Testifying.
Also: Body Scoring, Investigator's Role, Investigation Process
Registration Deadline: March 31, 2008
An Introductory Course
Washington, DC - April 24, 2008
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
For start-up nonprofits and grantseekers who are transitioning
to foundation fundraising.
The foundation approach to funding presents distinct challenges and
opportunities for nonprofits. This course will help you understand
the differences between independent, corporate, and community
foundations, identify grantseeking resources, and effectively engage
with funders.
BENEFITS
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Gain a better understanding of the philanthropy landscape
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Adopt the terminology used in foundation fundraising
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Prepare your organization to become a desirable partner to grantmakers
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Understand the process of getting grants
TOPICS
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The characteristics grantmakers looks for in their nonprofit partners
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Foundations and their role in philanthropy.
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Characteristics of foundations, corporate donors, and grantmaking public charities
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The proposal process
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Researching grantmakers to target the best prospects before submitting a proposal
WHEN
Thursday, April 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Check-in and coffee: 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
WHERE
Foundation Center
1627 K Street, NW
3rd Floor
Washington D.C.
The Unwanted Horse - Web Seminar
by Dr. Tom Lenz, DVM | American Assoc. of Equine Practitioners
Live: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 7:00 p.m. EST
Presenter Info:
During his 30-year veterinary career, Dr. Lenz has worked in private
equine practice, academia, and corporate business. A 1975 graduate
of the University of Missouri’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr.
Lenz became a Diplomate in the American College of Theriogenologists
(animal reproduction) in 1986 and received a Master of Science
degree in equine reproduction from Texas A&M University in 1988.
Active in the equine industry, Dr. Lenz is a Past President of the
American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP). He currently is
a member of the American Horse Council’s Horse Welfare Committee,
the Research Committee of the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA),
and the Veterinary Advisory Board of the Professional Rodeo Cowboy’s
Association. He is the chair of the AAEP’s Welfare Committee, the
American Horse Council’s Unwanted Horse Coalition and a member of
the AAEP’s President’s Advisory Board and Public Policy Committee.
He writes a monthly horse health column for the Quarter Horse
Journal.
Register
Tri-County Feeds, Etc. Sponsors Free Equine Nutrition Seminars
Tri-County Feeds, Etc., located in Marshall, Virginia, is presenting
a series of free seminars on the latest developments in equine
nutrition. These seminars, taught by prominent equine
nutritionists, will provide attendees with a wealth of practical
knowledge regarding feeding their equine partners. Bill Jackson,
president of Tri-County Feeds, Etc., said, "We are bringing some of
the country's leading equine nutritionists to the Northern Piedmont
Region to provide our customers with the latest information on
effective equine nutrition. We hope many will join us for these
outstanding
programs."
Upcoming seminars include:
April 3rd-Nutrena's Dan Shively addresses sugars and starches
and what non-soluble carbohydrates mean to your horse
April 10th-Pennfield's Dr. Kathleen Crandell covers feeding
the performance horse and Pfizer's Stephanie Smith presents insight
into
feed-thru fly control
May 1st-Nutrena's Dan Shively provides the information you
need on feeding your senior horse
May 15th-Nutrena's Dan Shively talks about fueling the equine
athlete
All seminars will be held in Tri-County Feeds, Etc.'s new media and
conference center located at 7408 John Marshall Highway in Marshall,
Virginia. Refreshments will be served. Please call 540-364-1891
to register. Reserve your space early.
Fauquier
Livestock Exchange, Marshall, VA - Monthly horse sale report
Front
Royal, VA - Monthly horse sale report
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How to Start and Run a Rescue
A Guide to Starting and Running a Successful Rescue Operation
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New Book! by Jennifer Williams, PhD. www.howtostartarescue.com This book is not yet on shelves, but you may visit the web site for more information and to request notification when it is available for purchase. Read an excerpt |
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| Book's Table
of Contents: Part 1: Starting a Rescue Chapter 1: Why Start a Rescue Chapter 2: Things to Consider Before Starting a Rescue Chapter 3: Basic Organization and Structure Chapter 4: The Initial Paperwork Part 2: Running a Rescue Chapter 5: Recruitment and Retention of Volunteers Chapter 6: The Importance of Public Relations and Promotion Chapter 7: Working with Law Enforcement |
Chapter 8:
Fundraising Chapter 9: Networking with Other Rescues Chapter 10: Working with the Community Chapter 11: Managing Records Chapter 12: Insurance Chapter 13: Combating Burnout Part 3: Care of Your Horses Chapter 14: Body Condition Scoring Chart Chapter 15: Bringing in a New Horse Chapter 16: Emergency/Natural Disaster Planning Chapter 17: Developing an Adoption Program Part 4: Other Species Chapter 18: Specifics considerations for dog and cat rescues Chapter 19: Specifics considerations for exotic and wildlife rescue |
