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1. Pick out your horses feet before each ride.
remove any stones or small objects that may become lodged in his feet before you add your weight to the situation and to check the condition of his/her sole and shoes. (We well address more on this later on.)
When you bring him in at night, pick again and check for injuries or bruising from their day out.
Each morning, remove manure, and check for signs of thrush, don’t forget to check for signs of heat and pulse, (more details on that below).

2. Look for signs of:
Thrush- Your first clue to this bacterial condition is a foul smell and dark ooze from the cleft of the frog. Again this varies according to the degree of thrush. You may only have a slight odor or if caught early none. The horses foot may be tender, another sign! If the condition is left to long the frog becomes cheesy in texture. Although thrush can eventually cause lameness and significant hoof damage, its early stage is simple to treat. Use an over-the-counter remedy recommended by your blacksmith or veterinarian (most blacksmith’s have their own secret recipes)

This is important and I can’t stress this enough, if you stall your horse keep the stall clean and dry! If you normally bed with straw, consider a change to much more absorbent shavings. Some horses — especially those with upright, narrow feet with deep clefts that tend to trap more dirt, debris, and manure — are predisposed to thrush even when well cared for. If you think your horse has an early case, ask your blacksmith to check your horses feet. The old adage, a stitch in time….I need say no more!

3. Look for signs of a puncture:
Sometimes a nail, wire or other object may pierce your horse’s sole. It may fall out and the entry wound will probably be invisible by the time you pick his feet and you will not be aware of it until is shows up as an abscess. (More on abscesses later). But in some cases the object remains in place, to be discovered when you brush the last bits of dirt from the sole. DON’T PULL IT OUT. Put your horse in his stall (protect the punctured foot, and help the foreign object stay put, with wrapping or with a slip-on medication boot), and call your veterinarian right away.
An x-ray of the foot can show how far the object has penetrated and which structures are involved. (If you pick your horse’s feet out regularly, you’ll find the problem within a few hours of its occurrence.) Then your veterinarian can remove the object and advise a course of treatment.

4. Look for signs of an abscess:
Again this is where picking your horses feet on a regular basis comes in. If your horses digital pulse feels stronger than usual and/or is foot is warmer than normal to the touch, this is a sign of a possible abscess inside the hoof which may be caused from an overlooked sole puncture, badly placed shoeing nail, (this does happen occasionally) or from a bruise. Your routine check can alert you to the problem and get your veterinarian or blacksmith involved before your horse — probably at least slightly lame already on the abscessed foot, which throbs from the pressure of increased blood flow to the infected area — is in even greater pain.

Important: If you find heat and a stronger-than-usual pulse in both front feet, and your horse is shifting uncomfortably from foot to foot, call your veterinarian immediately! These are signs of laminitis, an inflammatory condition that can cause severe hoof damage - and, if not treated promptly, can even be fatal.)

5. Check for signs of cracks:
Some cracks are superficial and a good supplement of Biotin daily will help. Deeper cracks may worsen, involving sensitive hoof structures, without appropriate shoeing. If you notice a crack in your horse’s hoof, call your furrier and describe its location and size so he can decide whether it needs attention now or can wait until the next regular visit.

6. Schedule regular fairer visits.
Schedule regular furrier visits according to your horse’s needs. Six to eight weeks is usually the average, but there is really no standard interval for trimming and shoeing. Some horses hooves grow faster than others so make your visits accordingly. If your blacksmith is correcting for a problem such as low heel syndrome, a club foot, or flare in the hoof wall, your horse may benefit from shorter intervals between visits. If everything looks fine but you notice that he begins forging (striking the back of a front hoof with the toe of a back hoof) in the last few days before his next shoeing, ask your blacksmith whether a shorter schedule might avoid the problem — possibly four to five weeks in the summer, slightly longer in the winter.
7. If your horse is shod, check his shoes each time you pick out his feet. Look for:
Look for: a sprung or shifted shoe or missing shoe. (If your horse is missing a shoe, DON’T ride him, call your blacksmith right away and keep your horse stalled or in an enclosure until the blacksmith arrives). A sprung shoe is when the shoe is not sitting flat upon the horses hoof, it may even be bent or pulled away. If the shoe has moved to one side or the other, it has shifted. In both cases this can cause damage to the sensitive hoof structure of the horses foot when weight is applied.

Loose shoes or risen clinches. If you see the ends of the nails your blacksmith trimmed and clinched (bent flush with the outer hoof wall) are now sticking out from the hoof this is a sign that the shoe is loosening. This may cause an injury. Call your blacksmith and schedule an appointment.

8. Nutrition and your horses hooves.
Proper nutrition helps your horse grow the best possible hooves. Just like people, some horses naturally have better hooves than others. Your horse may have great feet but if he doesn’t the following information may help:

Fine-tune his diet. Ask your veterinarian whether your feeding program is the best one for your horse’s nutritional needs.
Add a biotin supplement to his ration (ask your blacksmith for a recommendation or use an over the counter supplement). Some hooves benefit from these supplements; others show little change. Use the supplement for at least six months to a year; that’s how long it takes any benefits to show up in new hoof growth.
The old adage (you are what you eat) goes a long way in this instance. A change in feed rations always shows up in the hooves. If you change your feed rations, it should be gradual, the rule of thumb is a 10% exchange over 4-7 weeks.
Give him consistent exercise. Work on good surfaces, especially at walk and trot, increases circulation to your horse’s hooves and promotes growth.

9. Avoid wet/dry summer cycle:
Avoid the “summer cycle” of alternate soaking and drying of your horses hooves. Your horse’s hooves can adapt well over time to conditions that are consistent, such as constant damp weather or dry periods. Our environment fluctuates between wet and dry and this is not good for a horses hooves. Evening turnout is a summer strategy to avoid biting insects, and puts hooves in prolonged contact with dew-soaked grasses. As a result the hooves swell and soften with this moisture. Back in a dry, hot environment during the day, the hooves dry and contract. With the constant repetition of this cycle, horseshoe nails loosen as their holes through the hoof wall enlarge slightly. Such summer activities as work, stomping flies, or a restless horse pacing the fence line will accelerate the loosening. This makes it hard to keep shoes on and is costly for you the owner.

10. Deep muddy footing should be avoided is possible.
Hours of standing in mud encourages thrush or scratches (a skin infection in the fetlock area that can cause lameness). Mud is also hard on shoes. The suction of deep mud and/or water can drag off a shoe already loosened by alternating wet and dry conditions. Mud also makes picking up his feet a harder job and if your horse is a little slow about getting his front feet out of the way, he may end up pulling off the heels of his front shoes by stepping on them.

And please don’t forget to protect your horses hooves during hauling. This is
very important for maintaining healthy hooves and preventing injury. Whether the ride is just a short haul or a long one, their feet need to be protected. The rocking motion of the trailer combined with the horses constantly shifting feet can cause tremendous damage.
Use shipping boots or wraps with bell boots to protect your horses hooves while traveling. Damage to the coronet band (where you horse produces new hoof, can interrupt hoof growth. If your horse wears shoes he can easily step on the edge of his other shoe and loosen it. Remember to use boots or other protection (wraps with bell boots) to reduce problems during shipping. With these tips in mind, I wish you and your horse “healthy hooves”.]]>

We will offer you some piece of advice on what exactly to eat and what not to eat during a diet in order to lower cholesterol level. Keep in mind that this diet it is not very difficult to respect, it requires strength of will and determination to retain yourself from eating the ‘bad’ foods. The tips below should be followed for a period of one month, and then you should get your cholesterol level checked again to see the results of the diet.

1. The first thing you have to do is to reduce the amount of red meat in your daily alimentation. You will replace it with white meat (poultry) and fish which have a low fat level.

2. It is absolutely necessary for you to eliminate or at least to eat less saturated fats. This means that you should start having skimmed milk, low cholesterol spread or light cheese, instead of your normal foods. These light products may not be as tasty as the fat ones, but they care save your life.

3. A healthy diet means a healthy digestion. Foods that are high in fibre (like whole grain cereals or muesli) will eventually help you lower cholesterol by eliminating the dietary fats.

4. Stop frying your food and start grilling them. It prevents the loss of vitamins from the vegetables; therefore you will eat healthier.

5. Eating out can be a test for your determination to lower cholesterol. The best method to pass this test is to eat mainly in restaurants that are serving low cholesterol dishes. In order to avoid ruining your diet, you should ask for the dressings and gravies to be served separately so that you will control the quantity you are eating. Don’t eat them in excess. Try to eat a healthy salad instead of French fries. We know, it is not as tasty but it will lower the ‘evil’ cholesterol.

5. Stop being a ‘couch potato’, start exercising every day. You can do aerobics, you can walk or jog, you can even play basketball, but it is absolutely necessary for you to do it every day.

6. Tropical oils don’t do you good. If you want to get a lower cholesterol level you must start using vegetable oils (olive oil is the best choice) or canola oils.

7. Always read the label on the food products you are buying to be sure of what you are buying in terms of fats level.

8. Now let’s talk about alcohol. Drinking is not exactly your best activity during a diet, as it can ruin your efforts, but latest research has shown that a glass of red wine per day can lower cholesterol in some cases.

9. A cholesterol lowering medication if it is prescribed or recommended by a physician will have maximum effectiveness for your diet if you will respect it entirely.

10. And we saved the best for last. Always remember that a diet for reducing cholesterol level will definitely help you lose weight. Happy eating!]]>

1.Always maintain a good driving record.

2.Never accept the first estimate you receive. Be wise and check comparisons of different insurance providers at your state insurance department website or phone them. Their addresses and contact numbers can be accessed from http://www.consumeraction.gov/insurance.shtml the consumer action website. Be sure to get competitive quotes from different insurance providers. Contact providers that are strongly recommended by people you know well. Keep your peace of mind by checking the financial stability of the companies with rating companies like A.M. Best (http://www.ambest.com/) as well as in forums and blogs.

3.Complete a market survey well before you select a car make and make a comparative table of insurance and other hidden costs. Find out which features increase insurance premiums and which ones reduce premiums. For example if parts of a certain make are hard to find or expensive such cars will have huge insurance premiums, similarly installation of anti-theft devices or an extra brake system lowers insurance premiums. Many questions are answered by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety at http://www.iihs.org/.

4.Choose to have higher deductibles this will reduce the burden by at least 15-25%. But look at your finances first and determine whether you can set aside US$ 200-US$1000 periodically to create an emergency vehicle fund.

5.Consider availing the insurance from the same company that has you covered for home, accident, or life. Many companies offer concessions to clients who have more than one kind of policy. Known as a multi-policy discount this could benefit you.

6.Most policies are based on your personal credit record. Having an unshakeable credit history can lower costs. Pay bills on time, don’t avail too many loans, and be sure that credit balances are as low as possible.

7.Avoid duplicating medical coverage. Find out whether eliminating medical cover in auto insurance will reduce your premiums or the personal injury protection costs. In some places the reduction is as much as 40%. So, if you have adequate health insurance you could weigh the pros and cons of eliminating this in auto insurance.

8.Find out if insurance premiums are dependant on where you stay. Sometimes staying in a rural community or suburbs as against the city center could save you a bundle.

9.Take advantages of discounts like low risk career, low mileage, taking public transport to work, car pooling, no violations or accidents, taking defensive driving courses, following safety rules and regulations, or having a child who studies far away.

10.Use the reductions offered for insuring more than one car belonging to the family. Many companies have special offers for corporate organizations, club members, professional groups, alumni groups, or clubs.

Make time to make a big saving. Check through all the parameters and mark areas where a saving can be made. The market is competitive and you can be the beneficiary.]]>

The first stipulation is that the two properties involved in the swap be in use for ‘trade or productive purposes’, that is that they are moneymaking concerns of some kind, such as a rental property or holiday home. The property intended for swapping must also reside in the US, though it can be located at any point within.

1031 exchanges necessitate the involvement of what are known as Qualified Intermediaries, who deal with the paperwork involved in the switch, and assume a role akin to a property purchaser. The property to be exchanged is handed over to this intermediary, until the property owner locates a new property, at which point the switch can be made.

This type of property exchange operates under strict guidelines and an exacting timetable. Once the original property is sold, a list of possible replacements must be supplied to the intermediary with forty-five days, while the exchange itself must be completed within one hundred and eighty. The title to both properties must remain intact throughout the entire process, so this is not the time to dissolve any business partnerships that might be involved. Any deviance from these strictures can threaten the entire exchange process.

The properties to be exchanged must also be what is described as ‘like-kind’, meaning that they are roughly comparable. This does not mean that the two properties must echo one another entirely, it simply refers to the fact that the property relinquished and the one to be taken up must both be suitable for use in a similar business or investment related way.

1031 exchanges are not for use on residential homes, and so, for many people, are of little value. But if you own a business property and would like to move premises without losing a sum of money to the taxman, then a 1031 exchange might just be the right choice for you.]]>

1.A prepaid debit card helps you stay out of debt because the money you spend is your own. Credit cards encourage you to spend money you don’t have, thereby giving you a false sense of reality. In truth, by using a credit card what you’re doing is borrowing money from someone else (your card provider) to purchase the things you want. However, with a prepaid debit card the money you spend is your own.

2.Prepaid debit cards helps you control your spending habits, because in most cases you cannot spend over the amount you have in your account.

3.A Debit card can be the perfect way to pay your freelancer if you are a small business owner. Simply issue your freelancer a card and load funds onto the card whenever you want to pay them for a completed project.

4.You can use a prepaid debit card to send money to your loved ones abroad or to your college age children away at school. Some debit cards allow you to have two cards for one account and in this case you will be able to keep one for yourself and send the second to your loved one. Once they have received their card you can loaded funds to your account and call the other person to tell them how much money they can access from the nearest ATM or POS merchant. Their money is instantly available worldwide. It’s a cheaper and faster alternative to expensive money transfer companies.

5.Prepaid debit cards are a safer way for employees to receive their salaries. Statistics indicate that in the United States over 3 million payroll checks are stolen each year. However, with the use of direct deposit combined with a payroll debit card, there is no worry of that ever happening. Also, through the use of direct deposit and a payroll debit card, you will have immediate access to your wages, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - no matter what part of the world you’re in. You will also save time by having your salary deposited to your payroll debit card - no more standing on long lines each pay period in the bank to cash your check.

6.A debit card is a convenient and affordable solution for the unbanked. Over 10 million households in the United States alone do not have bank accounts. In cases like these debit cards can serve as bank accounts. They can be used to access cash or make purchases at merchants such as gas stations, grocery stores or convenience stores. Additionally, debit cards can be just as useful as regular Mastercards or Visas because in many cases they can be used to purchase goods and services not only in shops but on the internet, and via mail order and to withdraw cash at home and abroad from ATMs (cash dispensers).

7.Prepaid debit cards are easier to apply for than credit cards. Often, they require no bank account, no employment verification, no credit checks and no security deposit. If you’ve been turned down for traditional bank issued credit cards because of poor credit, bad credit or no credit at all, try applying for a prepaid debit card. Some prepaid debit cards have a built in credit reporting feature which make it easier for people with bad credit to rebuild their credit histories by reporting their monthly payments to the major credit reporting bureaus.]]>

For Starters
When asked to name an effective way of obtaining wealth, a common answer is: “Invest”. What is the problem with this answer? Well, the majority of respondents have very little or no money in their savings account. I see the beginning of wealth building in a different light. A saying that almost everyone knows but nearly no one applies is: “A penny saved is a penny earned”. In today’s culture it is definitely much easier to spend money than it is to save it. The average American is exposed to 247 advertisements in one day! Less than 5% of Americans have at least $3000 in savings and no debt. It is no wonder that most consumers struggle with saving money or grasping the concept of building wealth. We are mentally flogged with television and radio commercials, newspaper and magazine ads, billboards, signs, posters and even conversations. Whatever the method, it all serves one main purpose - to take your money and make it theirs.

Unveiling the Mystery
So with all those statistics and all that advertising, how in the world is it possible to build wealth? Well consider yourself ahead of the game already. By reading this article you are opening your mind to ideas and concepts which could help you to begin the process which is more than can be said for most people out there. A house starts with a single brick and the same is true with wealth building. You have to start with what you can and keep adding to it.
Why not jump in to stocks, mutual funds or other investments right off the bat? Life will continue to happen whether you plan for it or not. So plan for it. You must start with a lump sum of money in your savings account which has been referred to as an “emergency savings”. A good figure for this is $1000. You MUST pay your savings first, before anything else. If you do not, your savings will not grow (or it may not happen at all). This extra money will act as a soft landing for any financial falls that can and will occur while you pay down other debts that are road blocking your way to building wealth. You must realize though; this money is first priority but can not be touched - ONLY for emergencies. By following these 2 steps:
1) Stocking up your savings with $1,000 and then 2) Eliminating extra debts (with great fervor), you will prepare yourself for a much easier road to building wealth.

Making it Happen
You have to take action now or this whole savings thing will not happen. First, get a savings account. If you have one, find out what the interest rate is. Many have something like 0.25% to 1% (WHOOPEE!). Remember that you are not trying to make all your money in interest right now but since the money is going to sit you may as well look around. It is possible to land up to a 3-5% interest rate. Another option is a money market account to get a good rate although restrictions sometimes apply for things like early withdrawal fees and keeping a minimum amount in the account at all times. Secondly, as I stated earlier, take your savings off the top on payday. You have to make a painful change as well though. You may have to sacrifice some things to get that initial $1,000. This could mean no eating out or temporarily cutting out an expensive hobby. You also might want to try changing your phone company or downgrading your cable package. I hate this next idea but it is for a good cause: Drop your credit card payments below the minimum (JUST FOR NOW). Anyway, you get the idea. Cut some here - cut some there. Now, take all the figures you cut and add them together. This is what you will put in to your savings account until you reach $1,000. See, when the average person feels like they are getting ahead or even staying even, a setback occurs and sends everything spiraling downward. This is the hard part of building wealth and it is just the beginning (the first brick). However, without this extra money in savings you will tread water until you eventually drown, so stop thinking about it and start acting on it today.

The next step is paying off your debts quickly. An article which discusses this in detail is “Beating Debt with a Stick” and can be found at http://www.cleancreditonline.com/beating_debt.html.]]>

According to NOP World, 48% of all Internet users researched or purchased financial products such as insurance and loans on the internet, or used online banking facilities. In April, NOP World had already recorded estimates of 28 million people online in Great Britain, with 13.5 million exploiting the Web for their financial requirements.

NOP World’s report showed that of the financial activity, most was research related; as 84% of Internet users seeking financial services used the Internet to gather information, utilising sites such moneynet.co.uk and moneysavingexpert.com. Over half of the users surfing the Web for financial information were happy to contact suppliers via their websites and e-mail.

Although only 3.3 million consumers bought loans and insurance online last year, NOP state that confidence in buying such products over the internet is growing, with recent figures showing an increase of 43% in people researching, then purchasing online.

Internet banking is also increasing in significance. There are now over 10.3 million consumers managing their bank accounts online, a result of increased confidence for the consumer and simplification of front-end technology by financial organisations and providers.

Despite the positive news, finance companies could go further in encouraging consumers to take up the internet as a tool to manage their finances. NOP World has additionally reported that many online accounts remain dormant stating that the problem affects all banks “even specialist online providers, with dormancy rates ranging from as low at 10% to as high as 80%”. Moneynet.co.uk, Moneyextra and Moneyfacts.co.uk, online comparison and information websites, specialising in personal finance, have already tried to resolve the issue of consumer apathy and financial lethargy by introducing product guides to explain complex terminology.

For further information:
http://www.nopworld.com/
http://www.moneynet.co.uk/]]>

And whether you are a first time homebuyer, debating the viability of building your dream house in San Bernardino, or a real estate investor looking to sell condominium units in Los Angeles, you certainly want to know: When is it the optimum time to buy or sell?

Purchasing a house is a major investment. With judicious planning, this valuable asset will appreciate with each year.

But how do you get the big picture? Fortunately, real estate trends are predictable because these develop over a long period, unlike the stock market, which is rather volatile.

The first thing you will need to do is to read and track real estate articles: the market reports of the California Association of Realtors or the California Building Industry Association, and the briefs created by housing analyst companies.

Once you have identified the following key indicators you will have a better grasp of the general trends in California’s real estate market.

THE FIVE KEY INDICATORS TO WATCH

Interest Rates
When interest rates rise, buyers shy away. Conversely, lowered interest rates attract more buyers.

This year, interest rates in California are on an upswing. For example, thirty-year fixed mortgage rates, which averaged 5.71 percent in 2005, has risen to 6 percent levels in January 2006. And adjustable mortgage interest rates have moved up to 5 percent levels compared to 4.12 percent in 2005.

Building Permits
The higher the number of building permits issued, the higher the demand for houses.

Figures show that number of building permits issued for the year 2006, have fallen by 10 percent in comparison to last year’s figures. In terms of houses, that’s a decrease of 1,430 building permits compared to January 2005 figures, according to California Building Industry Association report.

Home Sales
This key indicator refers to the total number of homes sold. In the law of supply and demand, when there are few buyers, real estate prices fall.

The January 2006 figures of the California Association of Realtors reveal that the number of existing single-family detached homes sold, has gone down by 24.1 percent in comparison to sales for the entire year 2005.

Another factor to consider is the growing inventory of available houses in certain counties in California, which is changing the market dynamics. What was once a sellers market is slowly turning into a buyers market.

Loan Defaults
This refers to the failure of homeowners to pay their monthly mortgage fees. One downside to this is that many Californian homeowners are choosing to have a bad credit report, rather than to keep paying fees for a home whose value has been inflated by as much as 20 percent more.

Foreclosure Sales
Figures presented by DataQuick Information Systems, a housing analyst company, indicate that foreclosure activities in California have gone up by 19 percent in the last quarter of 2005. This is an increase of 3 percent compared to the third quarter of 2005, and is 4.6 percent higher when compared to 2004’s last quarter figures.

When foreclosure sales are on an upswing, consumer spending is down and consumer debt levels have risen. In the real estate market, this has meant that many financially strapped homeowners are selling their homes at lower prices. The other contributable factors are inflation, the rising prices of gasoline, federal budget deficit, and interest rates.

Concurrently, these key indicators confirm that although home sales levels in California are falling, the demand for houses remains strong and steady. Always do your due diligence before undertaking a purchase of property in California.]]>

The term Anti Aging means different things to different people and also depends on your age and to some degree is governed by fashion and culture.

To a 50 year old woman it may mean “I want to reduce my wrinkles”. To a 21 year old girl it may mean “How can I keep my skin like this for the next 15 years?” To a 30 year old man it may mean “How can I keep my current fitness for the
next 30 years?”

This article is aimed at a particular group of people you are interested in anti aging, mainly 20 to 30 year olds. If you are in another group or have some other interest in anti aging you may like to visit my web site
http://www.informationaboutantiaging.com

CAUSES OF AGING

The signs of aging can be caused by many things. Some of the top reasons are listed below.

Genetic
Sunlight: To much sun bathing will cause wrinkles.
Makeup.
Chemicals in cosmetics: Use organic.
Cigarette smoke.
Alcohol.

PREVENTING THE SIGNS OF AGING

It’s a fact that we are going to grow old, and with that we will being to show our age. But there are certain things that we can do to slow and reduce the signs of aging. There are four main categories that can help prevent the signs of aging.

FOOD
Being on a good healthy diet goes a long way to slow down the aging process. You need to limit your calorie intake.
Your Doctor or Physician will be able to tell you what your proper intake should be for your particular age and health. As part of your diet you should ensure that it is balanced and consists of the following.

Fresh fruits including berries.
Vegetables, contain antioxidants.
Beans.
Seafood.
Cereals.
Cut down on fast foods.

FITNESS
Your fitness level will also determine how the natural aging process affects you.
Make sure that you include some of the following in your
weekly schedule.

Exercise.
Fitness training.
Stretching the body.
Yoga.

SUPPLEMENTS

There are many vitamins that you can take to supplement your normal diet. But, as always you must consult with your Doctor before starting to take any supplement, this is due to the fact that everyone’s health state is different and you may get ill if you suddenly start taking supplements.

Here is a list of vitamins that you might like to consider:

Vitamin A
Helps to reduce wrinkles.

Vitamin C
Helps produce collagen.

Vitamin E
This strengthens your immune system.

Conzyme Q10
This is an antioxidant which helps protect the skin.

CREAMS

Creams can be used as an anti-aging technique.
Ensure that you follow a regular skin care routine.
Make sure than you are cleansing your face effectively.
Make use of herbal creams

Disclaimer
Please note: I am not a Doctor or Physician. This article is for informational purposes only. No anti-aging technique can be guaranteed to stop the signs of aging. You must consult with your Doctor or Physician before altering your diet or taking supplements.]]>