South Florida Horse Connection Presents: An Equine Symposium

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A Tremendous Success!

For all of those who were in attendance at last night's Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid - Thank You for making the evening such a tremendous success!  There was a fantastic turnout.  Dr. Franklin's presentation was on point and he even got to do a live demo on my horse Eros, who hammed it up after he was bandaged.  Keep posted for the next event and I look forward to bring our horse community back together once again in the very near future!

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Look for the sign!

Tomorrow night this sign for the Little Yellow Barn will guide you into the Symposium.  There will also be a guide with a flashlight to help direct you down our driveway to the parking area for the event. I am very excited to be able to host the Equine Emergency First Aid event featuring Dr. Franklin.  I have been determined to bring the horse community of S FL together under one roof and this is just the beginning!  I look forward to meeting old and new friends and making this a special evening at the Little Yellow Barn!  Tickets can still be pre-purchased today at our website:  www.southfloridahorseconnection.net.  If you have any questions, please email southfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com or call Tyra 305-992-2769.

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Many thanks go out to our supporters!

Only a couple of days left before the Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First aid.  I'd like to thank all of our local Feed Stores for donating first aid supplies for our door prize goodie bags.  I would also like to thank Dr. Franklin for donating 95% of the items that went into the Equine Emergency First Aid Kit that will be given out as a Grand Prize to the person with the best question of the evening.  We have a great horse community down here and the whole reason I started South Florida Horse Connection was to bring us all together no matter what discipline or what breed of horse you own.  Many thanks needs to go out to John and Dee Mills who I rent The Little Yellow Barn from.  They have been the best landlords anyone could ever dream of having!  Please join us this Friday, December 6th at the Little Yellow Barn (22200 SW 152 Ave) for this event.  Registration will begin at 6 PM followed by the presentation at 7 PM and a question and answer afterwards.  If you have any questions, please email southfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com or you can call Tyra 305-992-2769.

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Grand Door Prize….

Wouldn't you like to be the lucky person that gets to add this Equine First Aid Kit to your barn?  I know I would, but I'm not eligible!  So put your thinking caps on and try to come up with the best question of the night so this can be yours at the Equine Emergency First Aid Equine Symposium Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  Registration will begin at 6 PM, with refreshments to follow.  The presentation will begin promptly at 7 PM followed by a question and answer segment and a possible demonstration.  The door prizes will be the last item of the evening.  I am looking forward to an evening of education and socialization!  The Little Barn 22200 SW 152 Ave Miami, FL.  Special pricing for South Florida Trail Riders and SFSPCA volunteers of $15.  Must show proof of membership at registration.

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How would you handle this situation?

Does looking at this picture make you a little squeamish?  Would you rather look away because it makes you feel uncomfortable?  Are you mentally prepared to be able to handle any type of emergency with your horse or any horse at your barn, or would you panic?  Let a professional like Dr. Franklin let you know when and what constitutes a call to your vet and how to properly handle the situation until he/she arrives?  Dr. Franklin will be available this Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM to answer your questions after his presentation on Equine Emergency First Aid.  He may even do a demo on one of the horses at the Little Yellow Barn!  You don't want to miss out on this event-register early for a discount at:  www.southfloridahorseconnection.net

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Got questions? Well, we have just the man for you to answer them!

Have you ever had the dilemma of, "Should I call my vet, or should I just wait and see?"  What are the most common injuries horses sustain that their owners think they can wait it out?  Would you like the answers to these questions and many more?  If so, please join us this Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM at the Little Yellow Barn for our Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid featuring Dr. Franklin.  There will be a presentation, snacks and great door prizes!  One lucky attendee will receive their very own First Aid kit for their barn!  You don't want to miss out on this event.  Special pricing for South Florida Trial Riders (just show your card) and volunteers with the South Florida SPCA.  There is still time to pre-register, but the day of the event tickets will be $20.  Seating is limited so there may be standing room only, so arrive early to secure your spot.  If you have any questions, please email southfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com or call Tyra 305-992-2769.  You can also visit our website www.southfloridahorseconnection.net for registration.

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The countdown begins….

Last minute preparations are under way for our Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid.  I will be meeting with Dr. Franklin tomorrow to go over details on his presentation to all attendees and then we should be ready to go!  Don't forget you can still purchase your tickets early on our website:  www.southfloridahorseconnection.net for $15 a savings of $5 off the price you will pay at the door.  I'm looking forward to seeing new and familiar faces at the event this Friday, December 6th at 7 PM.

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One week from today!

One week from today the S FL area will get to experience an event like no other:  South Florida Horse Connection is proud to present and Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid featuring Dr. Franklin on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  The event is being held at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in Miami, FL.  Tickets are on sale now for a price of $15 at www.southfloridahorseconnection.net or you can purchase them the day of the event at the door for $20.  Please allow a little extra time for parking and registration.  For any questions, please contact Tyra 305-992-2769.

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Got a klutzy horse?

Do you do everything you can to prevent your horse from getting hurt, but he/she still finds something to get into?  Are you prepared for an Equine Emergency at your barn?  Come find out from Dr. Franklin on Friday, December 6 from 7-9 PM at our Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid.  This event is being held at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in Miami.  Tickets are on sale now online www.southfloridahorseconnection.net for $15 or you can pay $20 at the door the night of the event.  For more information, please email southfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com or call 305-992-2769.

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A great weekend of training….

Here is my 4 1/2 year old QHX in training with Julie Grennan, the former owner/operator/trainer out of Coconut Palm Equestrian Center in Homestead. Julie moved to Ocala recently and comes down every other month to help train my youngster!  He is making great progress and for a horse that has a tendency to tie-up has not had any issues now that I have been able to manage his diet and exercise with the help of many professionals.  This is a horse that is going places, though his beginnings were rough.  He was found wandering the streets of Homestead as a six month old and was rescued by the SFSPCA.  No one ever claimed him.  He then had life saving surgery as he had a bone infection due to a tree branch puncturing his neck.  So now, I want to help others who may not know what to do in an equine emergency by hosting an Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in Miami.  For more information, please email southfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com.

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Two weeks and counting….

I can't believe we are at the two week mark until our event!  You don't want to miss out on this Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid featuring guest speaker Dr. Franklin on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  It is being held at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in Miami.  Tickets are on sale now for a price of $15 on our website: www.southfloridahorseconnection.net or on the day of the event for $20.  It is recommended that you arrive a little early to allow extra time for parking and registration.  Plus you want to get a good seat!  If you have any questions, please contact Tyra at 305-992-2769.

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Thanks goes out to our latest sponsor!

Many thanks to our latest sponsor Sunset Feed and Supply for donating some great items for our door prizes at our Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid.  There is much in store for all attendees from a presentation from one of the top Vets in the state Dr. Franklin, to great door prizes and snacks and refreshments.  Please join us on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  The date is fast approaching and you don't want to miss out on this event.  The event is being held at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in Miami.  To pre-register, please visit our website:  www.southfloridahorseconnection.net to save on the price of admission, or you can pay at the door for $20.  For more information, please contact Tyra 305-992-2769.

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An open forum...

It seems as though every time we talk to our vet it is because we have called him/her for an issue with our horse or it's vaccination time.  Some of us have great relationships with our vet, but some are hesitant to ask a question that doesn't pertain what the vet actually came out for.  So, here is your chance to do just that!  Dr. Franklin, DVM will be available for your questions in a completely open forum at our Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  Please share this event with everyone you know as we would love to have a great showing for Dr. Franklin who has been so gracious to share his time and knowledge in the ever so important topic of discussion.  For more information, please visit our website:  www.southfloridahorseconnection.net or contact Tyra directly at 305-992-2769.

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Get your tickets early!

South Florida Horse Connection is hosting it's first Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  This will be an open format where participants will be able to listen to the presentation that Veterinarian Dr. Franklin, DVM will give and then there will be a question and answer segment afterwards.  Refreshments and snacks will be provided and you will have the opportunity to win some first aid related door prizes!  You can get your tickets early by pre order on our website:  www.southfloridahorseconnection.net for a price of $15 or you can pay at the door the night of the event for $20.  Please arrive a little early for registration.  For more information, you can refer to our website or call Tyra at 305-992-2769.

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Oh do we have some great giveaways for the Symposium!

South Florida Horse Connection would like to thank Silver Palm Feed Store in Homestead for their generous donation of some giveaway goodies for the upcoming Symposium!  We are so excited to be able to bring this event to the South Florida area, as this will be a first of its kind.  To top it all off, our guest speaker is one of the best Veterinarians in the whole state - Dr. Zac Franklin.  Please join us for our first Equine Symposium: Equine Emergency First Aid on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  It is being held at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in Miami.  Tickets can be pre-puchased online www.southfloridahorseconnection.net for $15 or at the door for $20.  There will be refreshments, snacks and some great giveaways.  For more information, please contact Tyra at 305-992-2769.

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What's in your kit?

Do you have an Equine First Aid kit at your barn?  Or do you just hope and pray that your horse never gets hurt, but if it does the vet is just a phone call away?  Do you run a rescue program that relies on volunteers to take care of your horses?  South Florida Horse Connection is hosting it's first Equine Symposium: Equine Emergency First Aid on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in Miami.  Our guest speaker is Veterinarian Dr. Franklin DVM, who will give a presentation and then have a Q & A with the participants of this event afterwards.  For registration information, please visit www.southfloridahorseconnection.net, click the 'What's Happening' tab for a drop down menu and then chose 'educational'.  If you need further assistance, please contact Tyra at 305-992-2769. 

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Equine Symposium receives it's first sponsor!

South Florida Horse Connection is proud to announce that we have our first sponsor for our Equine Symposium Equine Emergency First Aid!  Pinecrest Bakery www.pinecrestbakery.com will be providing some great snacks for us on Friday, December 6th.  The event will take place from 7-9 PM but it is recommended that you arrive at least a half an hour early for registration.  The event will be located at The Little Yellow Barn 22200 SW 152 Ave in the Redlands.  You may pre-purchase tickets online at www.southfloridahorseconnection.net for $15 by clicking the "What's Happening" tab and choosing the "Educational" page in the drop down menu.  Or you can pay $20 at the door.  We are honored to have local Vet Dr. Zac Franklin as our guest speaker.  Please join us for this very informative evening!

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Who's got the goods?

South Florida Horse Connection is looking for new and unused horse items for our upcoming Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid.  Anyone out there willing to donate goodies that could include but is not limited to such things as buckets, lead lines, first aid equipment would be appreciated.  Even if you have a business that you would like to donate a gift certificate to would be fantastic!  If you would like to contribute, please email Tyra at:  southfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com.

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What is your purpose?

Are you a new horse owner?  Are you looking to purchase/rescue your first horse?  Do you just want to learn from one of the top Veterinarian's in the state?  Then you need to sign up for South Florida Horse Connection's first Equine Symposium on Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  We are kicking off our inaugural season with Equine Emergency First Aid featuring Dr. Zach Franklin DVM and it will be held at the Little Yellow Barn located at 22200 SW 152 Ave in the Redlands.  There will be refreshments, door prizes and a Q and A with the good Doc after his presentation!  You can prepay for $15 at www.southfloridahorseconnection.net by clicking the educational tab, or you can pay at the door for $20.  If you have any questions, please call 305-992-2769.

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