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[RC] RE : Its not the distance - saioak1."Endurance done right is beneficial to horses--it makes them fitter, healthier, and adds useful years to their lives--providing it is done right." 2." After years in private equine practice, I can tell you that it would be ideal to have a practice full of endurance horses--less colics, less founders, less illnesses, but lots more consultation on wellness strategies! " Heidi Smith DVM ...... While your overall Post was excellent; these two statements taken from the body of your Post are the reasons that I fully endorse Endurance Riding versus any other equine activity that the Arabian horse competes in. The Arabian horse thrives in the attention of his owner a characteristic that was treasured by the Bedouins. Their stamina, endurance and courage the reason they have survived for thousands of years. Endurance Riding and the competition thereof is the "only" true test of it's proud heritage in the modern world. The attention to detail; conformation, feed, fitness, training ect. ect. shown by those who have purchased my horses for Endurance makes me rest easy knowing they are in good hands with people who love and care for their well being. More than anything else, I feel that with good stewardship the Arabian horse will continue on true to his heritage for hundreds of years.... Endurance Racing in the modern world is an important testing ground of that heritage. Heidi your among the best "Stewards" this sport has, keep up the good work. Bev Scott Ocala, FL. =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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