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Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on the tools that shape your experiences with your horse: the tack.
In this class, you’ll discover how to tell if basic western or English tack is well—or poor—fitting. If your horse isn’t comfortable while they’re working, they’re probably not working to their full potential. Learn to spot mistakes—and potential disasters—before they happen. This course will cover the basics of saddle, bridle, and bit fitting in both English and western tack sets. You’ll also learn about tack anatomy, as well as a few of the many accessories available, and the purposes they serve. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. Guest lecturers may teach portions of the class. This is an audit-only, hands-off class. A live equine may participate for the demonstration portion. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Tack Fitting Basics credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. $50 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions.
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Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on hauling horses in trailers. Anyone who’s ever tried knows loading and hauling your horse in a trailer is not as simple as it seems.
In this class, you’ll discover easy, gentle techniques for loading difficult horses, how to properly hitch up a trailer, how to drive safely with a trailer, and how to deal with contingencies while hauling. You’ll learn safe loading and unloading, as well as checklists to ensure your trailer is in good condition and ready for the road. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. Guest lecturers may teach portions of the class. This is an audit-only, hands-off class. A live equine may participate for the demonstration portion. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Easy Trailer Loading and Safe Hauling credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. $50 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on large-scale emergencies and evacuation readiness. In the event of a disaster, every horse and ranch owner should be prepared with emergency supplies and a plan.
In this class, you’ll learn how to create an emergency plan. When seconds count, having a course of action can be critical to saving lives. You’ll also learn what supplies you should have on hand, how to prepare for emergencies, and how to communicate effectively during one. Course topics will include staging, loading, supplies, backup plans, and training staff to react appropriately. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience, along with industry professionals and large animal evacuation experts. This is an audit-only, hands-off class. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Emergency and Evacuation Preparation credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. It will also qualify for a bonus credit for the Animal Behavior certificate. $25 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 50 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on using positive reinforcement to teach your horse to stand willingly for injections. This course will require either Trick Training I or Positive Reinforcement Desense as a prerequisite to come prepared with the basics of operant conditioning
In this class, you’ll discover the techniques zookeepers use to teach animals to participate in their own medical care. Whether your horse is nervous, doesn’t like surprises, had a bad experience, or just won’t stay put, regular training and positive reinforcement can teach them to stand still for injections. Even if your horse is perfect for injections, this course will explore the nuances of timing in training and provide another building block for shaping your own behaviors. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. This is an audit-only, hands-off class. A live equine may be present for demonstration purposes. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Teaching a Willing Injection credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. It will also qualify for a bonus credit for the Animal Behavior certificate. $50 per participant for 1.5-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on basic nutrition and physical activity for your horse.
In this class, you’ll discover how to keep your horse in tip-top shape, from providing a nutritious, species-appropriate diet, to the correct level and type of exercise for their fitness and ability level. Just like humans, horses thrive when fed nutritious food and given plenty of opportunity for mental and physical stimulation. While the nuances of equine nutrition and fitness are ever-changing (just like humans), this course will cover the basics and give you enough information to make your own decisions. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. There will also be a professional guest lecturer. This is an audit-only class with some opportunity for optional participation. A live equine may be available for demonstration purposes. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Equine Fitness and Nutrition credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. It will also qualify for a bonus credit for the Animal Care certificate. $50 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on first aid for your horse.
In this class, you’ll discover the basic techniques of handling a sick or injured horse, typical horse emergencies and how to respond, basic wound care and medicine administration, and how to tell if your horse isn’t feeling well. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. There will also be a professional guest lecturer. This is an audit-only class with some opportunity for optional participation. A live equine may be available for demonstration purposes. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Equine First Aid credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. It will also qualify for a bonus credit for the Animal Care certificate. $60 per participant for 2.5-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on the most important part of your horse: their legs. Horses spend most of their lives on their feet, rarely laying down to rest. As prey animals, their instincts and physiology are primed to be able to flee from predators at a moment’s notice. For some owners and their horses, soundness can be a constant struggle and will result in the majority of time spent out of work.
In this class, you’ll discover the origins of the phrase, “no hoof, no horse”. Learn about the main conditions affecting horse soundness, their levels of severity, best preventative and treatment practices, and how to detect lameness on the ground. This class will also cover leg wrapping, including the different types and their purposes, and how to correctly apply them. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. There will also be a professional guest lecturer. This is an audit-only class with some opportunity for optional participation. A live equine may be available for demonstration purposes. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Lameness, Lay-ups, and Leg Care credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. It will also qualify for a bonus credit for the Animal Care certificate. $50 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on the natural history of the horse, and how its specific biology relates to its care in the modern world.
In this class, you’ll discover the origins of the horse, what other animals they’re related to, and learn how the physiology and anatomy of the horse can give us clues to their best care. Learn how to see your horse clearly, and make decisions that will benefit their mental and physical well-being. By taking their biology into consideration, you can reduce the risk of colic and lameness, build a safer stall, and keep your equine partners happy and healthy for a long time to come. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. This is an audit-only, hands-off, mostly lecture class. A live equine may be available for demonstration purposes, and the class includes a brief tour of ranch facilities. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Natural History and Modern Husbandry credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. It will also qualify as a bonus credit for the Animal Care certificate. $50 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on the latest techniques in grooming to keep your horse show-ring-ready—or just ready to shine around the barn. While this is a follow-up to Everyday Show Grooming I, students who already have a grasp of grooming basics are not required to take Everyday Show Grooming I in order to take Everyday Show Grooming II.
In this class, you'll build on the principles learned in Everyday Show Grooming I to keep your horse looking sharp every day. Students will learn the basics of safe clipper operation and desense, clipping techniques and patterns, and advanced braiding. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include zookeeper and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. This is an audit-only, optional participation class. A live equine will participate in the demonstration portion, with a lecture and Q&A to follow. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Everyday Show Grooming I credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. $50 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. Message us to sign up or ask questions. Presented by Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Animal Care Academy, this segment of our Equine Education series of clinics and classes will focus on the latest techniques in grooming to keep your horse show-ring-ready—or just ready to shine around the barn.
In this class, you'll learn how to groom effectively to bring out your horse’s natural beauty, and prepare them for the show ring. Grooming is an essential part of the care of your horse, whether you’re heading for the Olympics or the trails. Students will learn the basics of brushing, bathing, and braiding, as well as the importance of hoof and leg care. We will also address controversial grooming practices and distribute a list of essential grooming tools and supplies for the health and well-being of your horse. This class will be taught by ranch owner Lessa Ritzma, whose previous career credits include professional dog and horse groomer, zookeeper, and exotic animal trainer, along with over twenty years of horse experience. This is an audit-only class with optional participation. A live equine will participate in the demonstration portion, with a lecture and Q&A to follow. All participants will qualify for the Equine Education: Everyday Show Grooming I credit for Iron Oak Canyon Ranch's Equine Education certificate. $50 per participant for 2-hour class. Limit 10 participants. Weather permitting. For an additional $10, students may purchase a mini training kit, which they can take home and use to immediately apply the principles learned in class to their own horse. Message us to sign up or ask questions. |
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