Equi-First Aid South Carolina

09/16/2024

Maintenance Monday

09/09/2024

For today's Monday Maintenance check out this article about the importance of deworming.

As we get closer to fall it’s time to start thinking about de worming our horses!

Here is a great article by mad barn to learn all you need to know about this important equine health maintenance! 🪱🐎

https://madbarn.com/de-worming-your-horse/

-First Aid South Carolina

09/06/2024

Knowledge is power and you can always learn something new.

If you’re a horse owner or around horses, these classes are for you. Learn more than just the basics. These classes are in-depth and prepare you for the worst case scenario.

UPCOMING CLASSES

Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Sept. 21st 2024
3001 Wedgefield Rd Sumter SC

Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Sept 22nd 2024
150 Montgomery Rd Columbia SC

Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Oct 6th 2024
1254 pine Rd Camden SC

Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Oct. 19th 2024
710 Central Ave Summerville SC

Advanced Equine Emergency First Aid
Oct. 20th 2024
150 Montgomery Rd Columbia SC

Advanced Equine Emergency First Aid
Jan. 11th 2025
120 Shadow Pond Rd St. George SC

Interested in registering? Send us a DM.

08/25/2024

Horse lovers and owners, get ready to empower yourselves with vital knowledge and skills to handle any emergency situation.

Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or new to the horse community, I have a class for you!

Learn how to be better prepared during an equine emergency.

Description of some of our classes that we offer

*Equine health and emergency first aid*
This is a one-day hands-on course with horses covering: what your vet needs to know when you call, conditioning a horse to accept treatment, taking proper vital signs, dealing with lacerations, punctures, colic, choke, collapse, casting, shock, hoof issues, recognizing pain in the horse, sources of pain and alleviation, spinal health, injury prevention and much more! You will receive a certificate of completion and a comprehensive first aid manual.
(This course is required before taking the advanced course.)
Cost: $169

*Advanced equine first aid*
This is a one-day highly advanced equine emergency first aid course where you learn what to do in more extreme situations! This course covers everything from assessing the condition of a horse, trapped horses, poison, burns, bites, hypo/hyperthermia, tie ups, fractures, sucking chest wounds and more. This will prepare you to handle the most serious injuries, where without human intervention, the horse will not survive.
Cost: $169

Secure your spot today to ensure you don't miss out on this invaluable opportunity to enhance your equine first aid knowledge and skills.

Send me a DM for 2024 class dates or visit the events tab.

Remember, being prepared can make all the difference in an emergency. Don't wait until it's too late to learn these crucial skills.

08/22/2024

This was a surprise. I love it!

I have worked so hard over the past few years to grow my businesses and it has definitely paid off. There are some days I wonder if I'm doing enough, then I see this and I'm reminded that I am enough. :)

Equi-First Aid South Carolina
Spotted Ponie Therapies

Instructor Spotlight!

Meet MJ Aylesworth located in South Carolina!

MJ Aylesworth has had a deep love for everything horse related since she was a young girl. She competed in barrel racing, speed events, obstacle Couse challenges and more. After joining her local 4-H she became involved in educational equine events and began judging horse shows. Summers, she worked at local horse farms to learn as much as she could from different disciplines. Throughout high school, Mj shadowed veterinarians and graduated college with an associate degree in animal science. She worked full time as a veterinary technician. Learning more about all kinds of animals, she worked as a dental technician and surgical technician, always volunteering at local animal shelters and horse rescues. A scholarship winner for Holistic Animal Studies, she became a certified equine massage therapists and bodyworker for both humans and animals. She now runs a successful business called Spotted Ponie Therapies in South Carolina. Again, as a scholarship winner for Equi-First Aid USA she became an Equi-First Aid instructor, founding another business: Equi-First Aid South Carolina. She offers veterinarian designed and monitored classes in equine health and emergency first aid, advanced first aid and more.

Mj serves on several nonprofit boards: South Carolina Horse Council, Indigenous Women's Alliance of South Carolina, Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women's Task Forse for South Carolina, the South Carolina Draft Horse Association, is the vice-chair for her Native American tribe: White Top Nation and runs the SC chapter of the Pink Berets. When MJ is not running her businesses, helping a non-profit or furthering er educations she can be found with her husband on a quiet trail with their two draft horses or on a hiking trail.

You Can Contact MJ through her website at: https://equi-firstaidsouthcarolina.com/ or her FB page Equi-First Aid South Carolina

08/16/2024

What to expect when taking the Advanced Equine Emergency First Aid class.

*In order to take this class you must first complete an Equine Health and Emergency First Aid class*

This is a one-day highly advanced equine emergency first aid course where you learn what to do in more extreme situations!

This course covers everything from assessing the condition of a horse, trapped horses, poison, burns, bites, hypo/hyperthermia, tie ups, fractures, sucking chest wounds and more.

This will prepare you to handle the most serious injuries, where without human intervention, the horse will not survive.

You will receive a certificate of completion and a comprehensive first aid manual.

Course begins at 9am and ends around 4:30pm. The class fee is $169 per person.

08/16/2024

What to expect when you sign up for an Equine Health and Emergency First Aid class.

This is a one-day hands on course with horses covering: What your vet needs to know when you call, conditioning a horse to accept treatment, taking proper vital signs, dealing with lacerations, punctures, colic, choke, collapse, casting, shock, hoof issues, recognizing pain in the horse, sources of pain and alleviations, spinal health, injury prevention and much more.

You will receive a certificate of completion and a comprehensive first aid manual.

This is a prerequisite to taking the advanced course.

Class starts at 9:00am and ends around 4:30pm. $169 per person, your spot must be paid before the day of class.

08/16/2024

With cooler weather coming next month our first aid classes are starting back up.

Take a look at these locations and dates. Don't see one in your area and would like to host? Send us a DM.

Sept 7th
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Sanderosa Stables in Huntersville NC

Sept. 21st
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Second Chance Farms in Sumter SC

Sept. 22nd
Equine Health and emergency First Aid
C 3 Ranch in Columbia SC

Sept 28th
Advanced Equine First Aid
Shadow Pond Farm in St. George SC

Oct. 6th
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
C & J Stables in Camden SC

Oct 20th
Advanced Equine First Aid
C 3 Ranch in Columbia SC

Do you see a class that you would like to attend or have any questions? Send us a DM to register. All classes are $169 per person.

08/16/2024

08/01/2024

What measures have you taken to reduce fire risks in your barn?

According to the National Interagency Fire Center, in 2024 there have been 16,940 reported wildfires in the U.S. to date. Make sure your farm has a fire prevention plan and an evacuation strategy in place to keep both horses and people safe.

Barn fires are the number one local emergency affecting agricultural facilities. They can cause horrific injuries and kill more horses than any other type of disaster, so being prepared is only in your best interest!

Source: American Association of Equine Practitioners

07/31/2024

Charleston area Friends!

Check out what we have in store for you September 8th at Mullet Hall Equestrian Center!

I am so excited to be a part of another Equi-Forum, in collaboration with new professionals! This time we have a farrier, nutritionist, 2 bodyworkers, and a dentist who also does branding!

Please feel free to spread the word, invite a friend, and register!

There will be another Equi-Forum Clinic in Traveler's Rest October 12.

I will be there as one of the bodyworkers, check out my other business. Spotted Ponie Therapies

07/19/2024

Did you know?

Heat exhaustion in horses is caused by overexertion, particularly in hot, moist seasons. Heat exhaustion is most common in horses that are overweight, out of condition, or commonly categorized as “cold” or “warm” blooded horses.

Hot blooded horses are more resistant due to bone, muscle, and skin characteristics. However, they can also succumb to heat stroke if overworked.

Remember this:

Ambient Temperature (°F) + Humidity (%) = Heat Index

< 120 = safe
120-150 = use caution
> 150 = don’t ride

Do you want to learn how to deal with heat stroke, dehydration and so much more?

For more information about our in-person equine first aid courses send a DM or visit the events tab for 2024 scheduled classes.



Source: Equi-First Aid USA

07/12/2024

Are you prepared for an Equine Emergency? Do you feel confident enough to stabilize your horse if the vet is hours away?

Spend a day with me learning how to take proper vitals, what to tell your vet during an emergency call, how to wrap a hock without impeding the joint, stabilize a sucking chest wound and so much more.

Our classes help you become prepared for all types of equine emergency.

Sept. 7th 2024
Equine Health & Emergency First Aid
Huntersville NC

Sept. 14th 2024
Advanced Equine Emergency First Aid
St. George SC

Sept. 21st 2024
Equine Health & Emergency First Aid
Sumter SC

Sept. 22nd 2024
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Columbia SC

Oct. 6th 2024
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Camden SC

Oct. 20th 2024
Advanced Equine Emergency First Aid
Columbia SC

Interested in a class listed or wanting to know more about scheduling a class at your farm? Send me a DM.

07/11/2024

Two new classes have been added for the month of September. If you are interested in taking the equine health and emergency first aid class or if you have already taken that class and would like to take the advanced class visit the events tab. There you will find all classes that have been scheduled with their description and locations.

07/09/2024

DID YOU KNOW?

Equi-First Aid USA instructors undergo intensive training, testing, and must adhere to a high standard, keeping up with ongoing updates and delivery methods as they are presented by the veterinarians on the advisory board. Their education continues as they remain with the organization.

They are under an instructor agreement with Equi-First Aid USA and must retain their current and valid certification through a minimum number of teaching engagements per year, a strict code of ethics, background checks and they must hold current liability insurance.

Take a look at the scheduled first aid classes for 2024 in the events tab. Don't see a class near you and are interested in hosting one? Send me a DM and we can get that set up for you.

07/04/2024

Happy Independence Day! Stay safe.

06/27/2024

It's possible that fireworks may start this weekend. Be prepared and keep your horses comfortable. Some of these tricks apply to other animals as well.

06/24/2024

Class Updates

June 29th
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
St. George SC

Sept. 21st
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Sumter SC

Sept. 22nd
Equine Health and emergency First Aid
Columbia SC

Oct. 6th
Equine Health and Emergency First Aid
Camden SC

Oct 20th
Advanced Equine First Aid
Columbia SC

06/24/2024

Last weekend more horse owners took the time to learn some advanced skills in our Advanced Equine Emergency First Aid class at a wonderful barn in Wedgefield SC.