MO-KAN Border Bonanza News - Premium Book & Entry Form now available!!

Click here to download a copy of the 2012 MOKAN premium book.  It is a large file so it will take a moment to download.  If you download a copy and it’s not already displaying two-page spreads when you open it in Adobe Reader, choose the “View” menu, then “Page Display,” then “Two-page-view” to see the page spreads correctly.

Click here to download an entry form for the MOKAN Border Bonanza.

Show season is just around the corner in the Midwest, so put April 27th - 29th on your calendar for the 2012 MO KAN Border Bonanza Arabian Show at the American Royal Complex.

Co-sponsored by GKCAHA, Region 11, EKAHA and Region 8.  This years show will again include the very popular Slot classes where big money can be won!

New for this year will be a catered dinner planned for exhibitors on Saturday evening.  This is taking place of the former progressive dinner.

Sponsorships are available, contact Sharon True at 816-223-1786.  Click here to download a sponsorship form

Judges for this years show have been announced and are:  Pam Zimmerman and Van Jacobson

Hope to see everyone at the Border Bonanza!  Keep checking back here for the class schedule and premium book to be posted soon!

What is the Border Bonanza Slot Program and how you can get involved!

Ever wonder what the slot program is?  How you can get in on this program?  This program was established in 2010.  It was created with the purpose to offer owners and riders the ability to win significant prize money at the MO-KAN Border Bonanza Arabian Horse Show each year.

This year In 2012 the program was expanded to include two more classes, which means even more potential for prize money!  The list of classes (new classes are noted with an asterisk) are:

1. Purebred Western Pleasure AATR Purebred

2.  Hunter Pleasure AATR Half-Arabian Country

3.  English Pleasure AATR

4.  * Half-Arabian Western Pleasure AATR

5.  *Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure AATR

Judges - When a multiple judge system is used, a designated (call) judge will be assigned. This judge’s card will be used to award places for the slot horses.

How do I participate?  Click here and fill out the 2012 Slot Program Entry Form and submit with payment by April 1, 2012.

Renewals – The first ten slots were available in 2010 for purchase for $250. These slot holders will pay a renewal fee of $250 annually. Five additional slots were available for purchase in 2011 at $500. These slot holders will pay a renewal fee of $500 annually.

 Purchases – The price for each slot in 2012 is as follows:

• Purebred Western Pleasure AATR – 10 available at $500 each.

• Purebred Hunter Pleasure AATR – 10 available at $500 each.

• Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure AATR – 13 available @ $500 each

• *NEW * Half-Arabian Western Pleasure AATR – 10 available at $250 each

• *NEW* Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure AATR – 10 available at $250 each

Slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Failure to renew or pay for your slot by April 1, 2012 will forfeit all rights to the slot.

Click here for a complete list of rules and information!

Please send Entry Forms/Renewals to:

Amy Swanson

1365 NE Pulliam Rd.

Lathrop, MO 64465

816-510-0508

Email: swansonhorses@gmail.com

Make checks payable to “Border Bonanza Slot Program”.

Region XI February meeting info available

Click here to download and view a copy of the meeting notes.

Click here to download and view a copy fo the Region XI final budget.

High Point Winners for 2011 Show season were awarded during the Mid-Winter banquet!

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Congratulations to all our 2011 GKCAHA High-Point Award Winners!

 * PB Halter - winner Klapsych Elegance, Karen Heeb; 2nd Verdi DH, Diana Huddleston

* PB Western - winner RA Psychedelic, Robert Ross and Carol Baker

* PB English - winner DA Debonair, Chrissy Norris

* PB Country English - winner Klapsych Elegance, Karen Heeb; 2nd Next Contestant, Jeanna Clanton

* PB Hunter- winner Oscar De La Hoya, Jeanna Clanton

* HA Country English - winner Perfec Sense, Cindy Kunkel

* HA Hunter - winner Rockafella Fame, Abby Seitz

* HA Costume/show hack/side saddle - winner Perfec Sense, Cindy Kunkel, 2nd Dare Me UF, Shelby Norris

* Equitation/showmanship - winner Taylor Richman

* Walk-trot -winner Trenady Keeton, 2nd Taylor Richman

* High point 13 & under - winner Trenady Keeton, 2nd Shelby Norris, 3rd Taylor Richman

* High Point 14 - 17 - winner Kristin Moore

* GKCAHA High-Point Champion - PB Klapsych Elegance, Karen Heeb

* GKCAHA High-Point Champion - HA Perfec Sense, Cindy Kunkel

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New Ask a Vet now available!! 

Arabian Horse Owner Named Stay on Guard Spokesperson

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Arabian horse owner Kari Kemper Hickam of Blue Springs, Mo., has always gone the extra mile to ensure her horses are well cared for and healthy. She’s slept in the barn with mares due to foal. She’s hand-walked injured horses for hours to expedite recovery from surgery.

She’s in the barn every day to feed, water and clean stalls – before and after her eight-hour day in the marketing department of a bank. Because Kari has always gone to great lengths to keep her horses healthy, she was surprised when one of her show geldings was diagnosed with stomach ulcers.   Kari and her trainer noticed the gelding didn’t seem to be his normal, robust self. “He looked terrible, was losing weight and his coat was very poor and sparse,” she says. “My trainer immediately suspected stomach ulcers.” Her veterinarian conducted an endoscopy examination, confirming the trainer’s assessment.   “I couldn’t believe my horse had ulcers,” Kari recalls.

The horse was treated with GASTROGARD® (omeprazole), and recovered. Since then, Kari has added a regimen of ULCERGARD® (omeprazole) to prevent the development of future ulcers.   That was five years ago, and Kari has since used the equine stomach ulcer prevention product on additional show horses. “The training routine, traveling and competitive show environment can be stressful,” she says. “I’ve learned that stress can lead to the development of stomach ulcers no matter how well a horse is taken care of or how healthy it is. That’s why I use ULCERGARD on my show horses before, during and after an event.”  

Kari’s positive experience with the product led her to enter the Merial Stay on Guard spokesperson contest. She was named a finalist in the western category by a panel of judges and went on to receive the most online votes in that division. Kari recently traveled to Arroyo Grande, Calif. for a photo shoot with renowned western photographer David Stoecklein. The shoot was at the ranch of Sheila Varian, who has been breeding highly sought-after breeding, pleasure and show Arabian horses for more than 50 years. “Being at Sheila’s ranch, surrounded by her incredible horses was really an amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experience,” says Kari. “She is a legend in the Arabian industry.”  

Stoecklein, heralded as “Photographer of the American West,” captured images of Kari with Shelia’s horses that will be featured in a new ULCERGARD ad. In addition to Kari, three other Stay on Guard spokespersons were named: Lyndsey Tait in the English category, Christian Zehender in the Racehorse category and Amie Allen in the Veterinarian/Veterinary Technician category.   Each of the Stay on Guard spokespersons, including Kari, has learned about the prevalence of stomach ulcers in horses of all breeds and disciplines.1 In fact, during endoscopy events conducted around the country by Merial between 2008 and 2010, 58 percent of the horses were found to have some degree of stomach ulceration.2  

“Stomach ulcers can occur in horses even when they receive the highest levels of veterinary and personal care,” says April Knudson, DVM, Equine Specialist for Merial’s Large Animal Veterinary Services. “If and when horses do develop ulcers, they most likely aren’t able to perform at their best. That’s why preventing them is especially important for horse owners who compete.”   Active on the Arabian horse show circuit since she was 9 with horses she breeds and raises, Kari competes in six to 10 events each year throughout the Midwest. “I consider ULCERGARD to be just as important as proper nutrition, good training and preparation,” she says.  

Visit www.ulcergard.com for additional details about equine stomach ulcers and ULCERGARD.   About Merial:   Merial is a world-leading, innovation-driven animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health, well-being and performance of a wide range of animals. Merial employs approximately 5,600 people and operates in more than 150 countries worldwide. Its 2010 sales were more than $2.6 billion. Merial is a Sanofi company.  

For more information, please see www.merial.com.   Important Safety Information: Caution:  Safety of GASTROGARD in pregnant or lactating mares has not been determined.   ULCERGARD can be used in horses that weigh at least 600 pounds. Safety in pregnant mares has not been determined.   1Mitchell RD. Prevalence of gastric ulcers in hunter/jumper and dressage horses evaluated for poor performance. Association for Equine Sports Medicine. September 2001.   2 Data on file at Merial.   ®ULCERGARD and GASTROGARD are registered trademarks of Merial. ©2011 Merial Limited, Duluth, GA. All rights reserved. EQUIUGD1131 (08/11)    

Check out our Stallion Services page! We currently have 4 Stallions for to review!

Check out our new event calendar!

We will be updating this calendar with shows, meetings and other events throughout the year.  Click here to view or click on the Upcoming Events link in the navigation.

Missouri creating disaster plan

Kevin Jochens has started working with Disaster Prepardness in Missouri.  He has provided this article and will be providing updates as he continues his work with this group.

"With the trend toward unsettled and dangerous weather, preparedness for disasters both natural and man made has become a topic of much discussion.

Those of us who handle horses on a regular basis know the challenges they can present under the best of circumstances. It was with that in mind that I was part of a conference call for the group ADPAC (Animals in Disaster Planning and Action Committee), a part of SEMA, Missouri's disaster relief agency. Representatives of organizations ranging from the Missouri Humane Society, the Missouri Department of Agriculture , the US Department of Agriculture, SEMA, the Missouri Veterinary Practitioners Association, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and others took part in the call which was specifically to begin forming a plan of action regarding animals in emergency situations.

This initial call was more about the formation of the group and it's goals, as opposed to specifics as to disaster preparedness. I am now a member of this Committee . As we move forward specific protocols will be formed to aid Missouri's animals and their owners in cases of extreme emergency. As those are formulated, I will keep everyone apprised."

High Point Enrollment-2012

Enroll as soon as possible in the GKCAHA High Point program for 2012.

Click here to download the form

We have also setup a email account for you contact Kari or send your points throughout the season.

The email address is highpoint@gkcaha.com

You must be enrolled before your first show for the point to count.  Divisions have been revamped and the enrollment form can be downloaded from the website.  The nominal fee is $5 per division and the report chairman is Kari Kemper.  The 2011 awards included jackets that all winners will be proudly wearing to show their accomplishments last year.

Horse for Sale!

Harriet Jack has a horse for sale.  The horses name is Lady Deco.  She is 18yrs old and has had 7 babies and ready for breeding now as determined by the vet.  Harriet has her very  reasonably priced and ready to sell.  You can contact Harriet at 913-406-8176.

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Supreme Halter Jackpot Classes  is back for 2012

$250 Prize Money Added to:

• Purebred Amateur-to-Handle Supreme Halter (Region 8 judge to choose class)

• Half-Arabian/Anglo-Arabian Amateur-to-Handle Supreme Halter (Region 11 judge to choose class)

 60% of Purse to Champion 40% of purse to Reserve Both of these classes are open to any horse shown during this MO-KAN Border Bonanza in an amateur-to-handle halter/breeding class, by an amateur according to class specifications. Comparative judging will be used in these two nonqualifying classes. (Open Supreme Halter Classes will be run using regular Supreme Halter class procedures and no added prize money is available.)

GKCAHA Election Results!

The GKCAHA election meeting was held Sunday March 4th and the results are:

Officers: 2 year terms

President: Pamm Payne

Vice-President: Sharon True

Secretary: Chris Norris

Treasurer: Mary Dobson

Board of Directors:

3 yr. terms: Carol Baker, Kari Kemper-Hickam & Noel Ison

2 yr. terms: Kevin Jochens & Cindy Kunkel

1 yr. terms: Charity Davis & Karen Kemper

 Delegates: Glen True & Sharon True

Alternates: Carol Baker & Cindy Kunkel Congratulations to All!

The updates to the By-laws was passed and and the website will be updated soon.

GKCAHA Trainer Clinic Enjoyed by Attendees!!

  Ryan Strand               John Rannenberg              Chris Culbreth

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The GKCAHA hosted a clinic on January 28-29 featuring two nationally-known Arabian trainers, Chris Culbreth from Scottsdale, and John Rannenberg, from Florida.

Attendees came from as far as Wichita, Oklahoma City, and Chicago, taking advantage of the opportunity to learn from two of the best-regarded trainers in the United States.

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On Saturday, the sessions consisted of each trainer demonstrating proper techniques in various disciplines as a local trainer rode a horse in front the audience at Glass Horse Farm.   Both Chris and John pointed out qualities and identified specific movements that trainers strive to achieve and the judges look for in a class.

At the end of the afternoon session both men answered audience questions on a variety of issues.  Topics included bits, shoes, current rules and the future of the Arabian horse industry and the Arabian Horse Association.  They had many fascinating and insightful thoughts regarding all these topics and more.  The conversations could have continued into the evening and beyond!

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The Sunday session revolved around individual instruction from the trainers.  Several riders brought their own horses and received critiques and advice on how to improve their techniques.  A halter lesson was also included, which everyone watched with great interest.   Chris Culbreth also provided a mini-session on the appropriate bits for various disciplines, and explained the rule changes for the coming show season.  He also provided answers to the many questions that were asked.

At the end of the clinic, all agreed that the weekend was worth attending.  As one attendee said, “it was a great opportunity and a lot cheaper than going to Scottsdale or Florida for a lesson!”

GKCAHA thanks all the volunteers that helped with the Clinic, and especially Sharon & Glen True, who provided the barn and assistance in so many areas.  All these people made the Clinic a success!!!

New 2012 GKCAHA Membership form now available!

Click here to download the latest membership form in a .pdf format to join or renew your membership! (you need adobe acrobat reader to open this file, click here to download the latest version of adobe reader!)

HELP Humane Society

507 Main St., Belton, MO 64012
816-318-4357 www.helppets.org

Charity of the Greater Kansas City Arabian Horse Association
You can donate any of these items to help this no-kill animal shelter take care of the many cats & dogs it has taken in.  You can take items to the shelter or bring to Glass Horse Farm.

Daily Supplies:
Laundry Soap, Paper Towels, Bleach, Toilet Paper, Hand Sanitizer, Glass Cleaner, Dish Soap, 55 Gallon Trash Bags, Tall Kitchen Trash Bags, Small paper plates, Disposable gloves - non-latex, Scrub brushes or sponges.

Animal Supplies:
Bath sized rugs, Baby blankets, Scoopable cat litter, Dog and cat toys, Cat nip, Cat scratching posts, Pet carriers, Cat and dog beds

Food:
Fancy Feast Classic Canned food, KMR-Kitten Milk Replacement, Friskies or 9-Lives canned food, 
Canned tuna Small envelopes
Target, Walmart & Petco gift cards
AA batteries

Office Supplies:
Printer paper, Postage Stamps, Thank you cards, Small envelopes, Target, Walmart & Petco gift cards, AA batteries

Medical Supplies:
Digital Thermometers, Triple Antibiotic cream, Syringes (including diabetic), Bandaids, Cotton Balls, Rubbing Alcohol

Volunteers Always Needed!