Horse Rescue Bakersfield Hooves-Paws.Org

Episode #033

Our show is dedicated to a Horse Rescue in Bakersfield.  I have always admired people who actively seek out horses or other animals in need, then help them out.  While there are probably hundreds of these organizations across the country, there is always a need for more.  On todays show we take a look at a local organization here in Bakersfield helping horses.  Affectionately known as Whiskers Paws Hooves and Claws, the group’s website is hooves-paws.org and is a 501c3 non-profit.  Hooves and Paws helps in a number of ways – Whether it’s rescuing horses from an abusive relationship or educating new owners of the basics of horse husbandry.  They started out as just a group of people who saw a need.  They knew they could make a difference.  As an organization, the group soon realized they needed to have a concise and focused mission statement to guide them.  Their mission statement is simple, yet effective:

They want to:

• Supply financial support to foster homes and assist in horse rescue efforts and rehabilitation.
• Help with the medical financial burdens of animals suffering from abuse.
• Support local adoptions by donating funds to lower adoption fees, thus reducing the load placed on animal shelters.
• Promote a  volunteer program that helps people who have struggled with abuse, medical issues, and other personal hardship’s. Their volunteers learn marketing, animal care, particularly horse-keeping,  and public relations through fundraising programs.

Funded through donations, sponsorship, grants, and fundraisers Whiskers, Paws, Hooves, and Claws is making a difference as a horse rescue Bakersfield.

Horse Rescue Bakersfield Success Stories

Sampson Today

Sampson Before

Chance when rescued

Chance Today

We caught up with the group’s director, Julie Sugg at a local stable where she boards and cares for  the horses that are part of the organization.

No matter where you live there is a group of people working hard to improve the welfare of horses.  They can use your help.  Look them up.  Help them if you can.  Maybe it’s money.  Maybe it’s a few hours with helping with the horses (is that work? I don’t think so).  Maybe it’s donating an old bit, bridle or saddle for a fundraiser.  Any way you can help would be appreciated.  If you would like to help Whiskers, Paws, Hooves, and Claws head on over to hooves-paw.org and find out how you can lend a hand.  Or, better yet, like them on Facebook at Whiskers, Paws, Hooves, and Claws

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Horse’s Immune System and Digestion with Dr. Smith

Are you looking for natural ways to improve your horse’s immune system?  We are re-broadcasting our first show with Dr. Russell Smith about the benefits of Karbo Comb +.  Dr. Smith has been a veterinarian for over forty years.  He has worked with all sorts of livestock.  Based on the work he has done and his experience in the dairy industry, Dr. Smith created Karbo Combo +.  Karbo Combo + is combination of pre-biotics and probiotics.  These friendly organisms help your horse’s immune system by creating a friendly environment in the digestive tract.  They also prevent the bad guys from getting a foothold.

I find it fascinating just listening to Dr. Smith explain the properties of his product.  In particular the ionophore properties and how they help your horse’s immune system function at a much higher level.  More importantly, how ionophores can help reduce our dependence on antibiotics which many pathogens are becoming resistant to.  Dr. Smith also explains why using a supplement like his can reduce worming applications.  Have a horse with EPM?  Many people have gotten excellent results with Karbo Combo+.

Thanks to Courtney over at TheXtraScoop.com for setting this interview up back in 2012.  Dr. Smith has a wealth of knowledge and I am happy to have had the pleasure of speaking with him.  You can also find out more about all the products Gomers makes at Gomersinc.om

Ride into the Sunset

Later in the show I’ll give you my commentary on loping your horse and riding like you are twelve.  Sometimes you just gotta do it.

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