Charlotte Tent Sale – Save up to 75%*

Charlotte Tent Sale – Save up to 75%*
March 21-23; Friday-Saturday 9-8; Sunday 11-4

Come early for the best deals • Limited quantities • Don’t Miss it!

Enter To Win Your Order Free! Up To $500!
To become eligible for a refund of up to $500 on a single purchase, bring a copy of this email to the tent sale. One winner only. Contest ends March 23.

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*Items under the tent, while supplies last. Savings based on list price.

Equestrian Brands We Love: Weatherbeeta

One of the most popular horse blanket brands at Dover is Weatherbeeta. Weatherbeeta has been in the horse blanket business for over 35 years. They’re known for their strong, durable fabrics and breathability, as well as their computer stitching technologies that ensure high-strength seam construction. All of their turnout seams are sealed to ensure the ultimate waterproofing and protection. They offer three main lines of blankets that range in features and pricing.

Weatherbeeta Features a Range of Horse Blankets Styles

The Weatherbeeta Freestyle Turnout Blanket line is the ultimate in freedom, comfort, and protection. These horse blankets are built for durability with tough outer fabrics, waterproof & breathable outers, rust resistant gun metal fittings, and quick clip front closures. The comfort features for your horse include a cupped shoulder darts, forward positioned gussets, wither relief, a comfort cuff, and a full wrap tail flap. Available in Pony, Cob, Horse, and Oversize options.

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Turnout Blanket vs. Turnout Sheet: TIps for Blanketing a Horse

In our recent posts, we shared tips to help equestrians stay warm when riding in winter. A good pair of winter breeches and winter riding boots are essential for winter horseback riding. But what about keeping your horse warm?

To blanket or not to blanket? That is always the question. Horses with thick, fluffy coats that are seldom ridden in winter may not need a blanket at all. These horses do well with natural protection, and may only need a mid-weight blanket to put on for extra cold or wet weather. Other horses will strongly benefit from the regular use of winter blankets. These include horses that are ridden in the winter months, clipped horses, older horses or horses that have trouble keeping on weight.

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Warrington Discussions: Equine Lameness Exam – What to Expect

Discussions at Dover: Equine Lameness Exam – What to Expect
Thursday, April 17; 6:30-7:30 pm
at our Warrington store!

Presented by: Dr. Joanne Vecchione, VMD, Blauner, Vecchione & Associates

We will discuss the Definition, Diagnosis, Treatment with Existing Therapies and Protocols.

Free admission and refreshments, door prizes, $5 gift certificate for every attendee.

Medina Discussions: Spring Horse Show Prep from a Horse Health Perspective

Discussions at Dover: Springtime Show Prep from a Horse Health Perspective
Thursday 3/27/14, 6:30-7:30 pm

Presented by: Colleen Carter, DVM at Sunset Ridge Equine Veterinary Services

Get Dr. Carter’s opinion on timely details as show season approaches:
• Timing of “Coggins” test
• When to obtain a health certificate to cross state lines
• Best time to float teeth
• Timing of vaccinations

Free admission and refreshments, door prizes, $5 gift certificate for every attendee.

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Plaistow Discussions: Detecting Lameness, from Lyme Disease to Navicular Syndrome

Discussions at Dover: Detecting Lameness, from Lyme Disease to Navicular Syndrome
Thursday, April 3; 6:30-7:30 pm

Presented by: Alyssa Warneke, DVM, Myhre Equine Clinic

Free admission and refreshments, door prizes, $5 gift certificate for every attendee.

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