Category Archives: I wanna be a...

HorseJobs.ca assists the Workforce Planning Board in creating a new educational CD!

By HorseJobs.ca | Published August 8, 2010

Recently the news has been heavy laden with words of woe such as “Unemployment”, ” Recession”, “Struggling economy”, “Lay offs”. DEPRESSING.
And yet, through all of this doom and gloom there IS growth in the agricultural and equine sector. Career opportunities continue to develop.
The equine industry alone is something of a silent giant when it comes to Canada’s [...]

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Top Five Horse Jobs: Best Careers for Working with Horses

By HorseJobs.ca | Published July 23, 2010

Horse jobs are some of the most exciting in the world, offering everything from travel to flexible schedules. Of course, some are easier to find than most, and it might take time to find great careers working with horses. These are some of the best.
Read more at Suite101: Top Five Horse Jobs: Best Careers for [...]

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Volunteering – a win-win!

By HorseJobs.ca | Published July 18, 2010

You’ve seen them at the horse shows: Parking lot attendants, Ring Crews, Jump Judges and in the office. Volunteers. God bless ‘em! Being a volunteer offers many benefits: It’s a great way to network and meet like minded people who can help you as you develop your career in the equine industry; volunteering can offer [...]

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Volunteer devoted to horses for 51 years

By HorseJobs.ca | Published July 14, 2010

Volunteer devoted to horses for 51 years.

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I wanna work in a horse barn…How do i get started?

By HorseJobs.ca | Published July 13, 2010

One of the most frequently asked questions that we receive here at the HorseJobs.ca office is..
“How do I get started in the horse business?”
The reality is that working in a horse barn is not an easy job. In general, entry level barn jobs consist of long hours of hard work in ALL weather conditions…Managers are looking for [...]

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I wanna be……a professional groom

By HorseJobs.ca | Published April 21, 2010

Edited from an Interview by Chris Stafford on Eventing Radio.

It’s a dream job for many – just think of it, grooming perfect horses for elegant riders in gorgeous stables while traveling the world for the show circuit….who could ask for more? Right?
The life of a groom is a labour of love and to quote professional [...]

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I WANNA BE… A Professional Jumper

By HorseJobs.ca | Published March 12, 2010

Becoming a professional equestrian rider not only requires the talent, but it also requires a specific attitude that enables the rider to reach the professional level. Develop a passion for riding horses with helpful tips from Ali Nilforushan, an experienced Grand Prix rider.

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I wanna be a ……PROFESSIONAL HORSE TRAINER

By HorseJobs.ca | Published January 29, 2010

“I wanna be a …..”
Julie Goodnight, Clinician and Trainer, “Horse Master with Julie Goodnight” TV Host annswers the questions of a concerned mum whose daughter dreams of becoming a professional horse trainer.

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Equine Health News
- WEG: Kroger Stores to Offer Flex Grounds Pass Tickets
  Shoppers at 166 Kroger stores in four states will be able to purchase Flex Grounds Pass tickets to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games along with their grocery items from Sept. 1 - Sept. 24. Kroger stores in Central Tennessee, Southern Illinois,... […]
- WEG: Build-Out Update at the Kentucky Horse Park
  The build-out for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) has reached less than a month to go, and construction crews have taken over the Kentucky Horse Park to prepare it for the 16-day event. Dozens of RV trailers have been moved into... […]
- BLM Requests Independent Operations Review
  The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has asked the National Academy of Sciences/National Research Council (NAS/NRC), an independent, nonprofit group that advises government agencies on scientific issues, to review the agency's Wild Horse and Burro... […]
- Managing Abnormal Heart Rhythm in the Performance Horse
  Exercise intolerance often is first sign that a performance horse has an abnormal heart rhythm, said Kelsey A. Hart, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, internal medicine clinician and graduate fellow in the department of large animal medicine at the University... […]
- Readers Share Dewormer Preference
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- Unwanted Horse Coalition Announces Operation Gelding
  Prevent unwanted horses by gelding your stallion or by providing the event at which other horse owners can get their stallions gelded. The Unwanted Horse Coalition's Operation Gelding will provide funds and materials to assist organizations, associations... […]
- Persistently Shocks Rachel Alexandra in Personal Ensign
  Persistently lived up to her name when she wore down reigning Horse of the Year and odds-on choice Rachel Alexandra for a one-length victory in the $294,000 Personal Ensign Stakes at Saratoga Aug. 29. In an ironic twist, the winning 21-1 shot is trained... […]
- Tips for Horse Owners to Prepare for Hurricane Season
  With the hurricane season upon us, it is important for horse owners to ready themselves in advance for evacuation and other recommended tasks related to hurricane preparedness. Here are some tips from the Louisiana State Animal Response Team and the... […]
- California Horse Dealer Accused of Fraud
  A California woman accused of misrepresenting horses she offered for sale on equine-related websites pleaded guilty to a federal fraud charge under a plea agreement filed in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles last week. Assistant U.S. Attorney... […]
- Training: Food Rewards Are More Effective Than Physical Contact
  Everybody loves a good back scratch, including your horse, right? Scratching of the withers has been scientifically proven to reduce a horse's heart rate, but a good scratch might not be enough to communicate to your horse that you're happy... […]
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