Lifeline Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation, Inc.

01/09/2024

September is Su***de Prevention Month. What better time to learn about the Governor's Mission: "Ask the Question."
https://veterans.maryland.gov/mission-ask-the-question/
On Saturday, September 14th we will be hosting an equine-assisted group workshop on su***de prevention. For more information, please contact us at [email protected]
Maryland's Commitment to Veterans Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs
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In the Spring of 2020, the State of Maryland accepted an invitation from the US Department of Health and Human Services/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to participate in the national Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Su***de Among Service Members, Veterans and Fami...

01/09/2024

Major and Fedelza this morning.

31/08/2024

🎉 Our Annual Labor Day Sale is here! 🏇 Enjoy 20% OFF storewide 8/31-9/2, in-store & online! Use code: LABORDAY20. Some exclusions apply. Don’t miss out!

28/08/2024

It's going to be a hot one. Please be careful out there, stay hydrated (coffee doesn't count), and make sure your 4-legged friends have access to shade and fresh water. 🥵🐴

First Alert Weather Team is on Heat Alert Wednesday for index values as high as 108 degrees and a Storm Alert later in the evening.

25/08/2024

September is Su***de Prevention Month. The Army's theme for 2024 is “We Are Stronger Together. Connect to Protect.”
Veterans often become isolated as a result of PTSD and this can lead to suicidal ideation. Family members may experience PTSD as well. We need to come together as a community to support our vets and their families in this fight for mental wellbeing.
With this in mind, we are hosting a su***de prevention workshop on September 14th, at Greystoke Farm in Gaithersburg, MD.
If someone you know is in imminent risk of su***de, please do not leave them alone and do reach out for help. The Veterans / Military Crisis Line is available 24/7 at 988 (press 1).
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25/08/2024

Perseus the Mustang had his first off the farm adventure at Schooley Mill Park today. We started with a ride in the big arena and ended with a trail ride. This brave 3-year-old led the way on his first ever trail ride! He was curious but not afraid of motorcycles in the parking lot, and dogs and joggers on the trail. Great job training Abby Schooling!!

25/08/2024

As fall draws closer, many horse owners are busy securing their fall and winter hay supply. If you are considering purchasing round bales for your equine companions—due to their cost-effectiveness and greater convenience for feeding pastured animals— remember that there are a few things to consider when choosing between square or round bales.

• Are you equipped/prepared to store your hay correctly?
Improperly stored round bales can lose much of their nutritional value and are also more susceptible to mold, dust, and bacteria growth, which can cause respiratory issues and even colic.

• Are your horses protected from botulism?
Round bales provide an optimum environment for the development of the botulism toxin. This toxin is produced when "Clostridium botulinum" is exposed to the right environmental conditions — such as when forage materials are baled and stored while still damp, or when they include the carcasses of dead animals, like birds and mice.

Prevention of this disease through vaccination is critical, especially in areas where the condition is prevalent (such as Kentucky, Ohio, Maryland, Pennsylvania, California, and Tennessee).

• Are round bales a good choice for your horse?
Horses prone to respiratory conditions usually have increased problems with round bales due to their higher dust content.

• Do you have a feeder to place your round bales in?
Round bales not placed in a feeder can create more waste, which means your horses may not be meeting their nutritional requirements.

• Can you secure high-quality round bales?
Not all hay is created equal. Be sure to choose high-quality hay to meet your horse's nutritional needs and minimize the risk of impaction colic, which increases with lower-quality, less digestible forage.

As always, your equine veterinarian remains your best source of information and advice—consult your horse doctor on best practices when feeding hay this fall and winter!

For more information on botulism, visit our website at: https://aaep.org/guidelines-resources/resource-library/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEwcuRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHV5P3MHpvOoAOGsW2VwZTo-v_0pkILq8xN-reSg_yb3W01gGW_lfk0Nrnw_aem_Pp0WTnTG0S7pEH-BcTMV1g&_search=botulism

23/08/2024

There's a taste of Fall in the air this morning and that means our Fall Open House is just around the corner. Please save the date and join us for this fun and informative event. Free admission and open to the public! 🍁🧡🐴
Vendor space is available and silent auction donations are greatly appreciated.

21/08/2024

We all need a friend who will check in on us sometimes.
Just a "hey, how're you doing?" call can make all the difference to someone who is struggling.
LETS offers subsidized equine-assisted psychotherapy and life coaching to veterans, service members, and family members thanks to Maryland's Commitment to Veterans and the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information email [email protected] or call 301-318-1686.

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18/08/2024

Saturday's Self-Compassion Workshop co-facilitated by Alex Arbogast and Emma Hertzberg was a success. Horses and participants felt more relaxed afterwards and took away thoughts about why self-compassion is important and tools to work on that.
Thank you Maryland's Commitment to Veterans for supporting our programs.

18/08/2024

Team LETS representing at Bourbiz DC last week! What a great networking opportunity for veterans, service members, and mil spouses. Thank you, Olivia Nunn, for all your work putting this event together!

Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs Maryland's Commitment to Veterans Veteran Success Resource Group

18/08/2024

We had a wonderful group workshop Friday on resiliency with soldiers from the Ft Belvoir SRU, organized by Transition Coordinator James Coleman. We were delighted to meet each and every soldier and appreciate their openness and willingness to connect and support each other.
Community Partners High Ground and Platoon 22 were represented and shared their resources and programs.

17/08/2024

Our Self-Compassion Workshop is this morning at 10:00.
We're excited to have Alexandra Arbogast co-facilitating with Emma Hertzberg at this event.

Maryland's Commitment to Veterans
Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs

13/08/2024

Equine-assisted group Resiliency Workshop this Friday -- 9 am till noon. Free for veterans and service members; registration is required. For more information, please contact [email protected]

13/08/2024

ISO about 130 cinder blocks to mitigate flooding and footing loss in our outdoor arena. Anyone have a pile they're not using?
We will happily pick up in Montgomery, Howard, Carroll, and/or Frederick counties.

12/08/2024

Summer is a great time of the year to be a horse owner but let's not forget that heat, aggressive insects, and drought-hardened pastures can really impact the health and comfort of our equine friends.

One of the side effect of the heat for some horses is the inability to sweat properly. This condition, called anhidrosis, is potentially dangerous for horses because it compromises their ability to thermoregulate even in weather that doesn’t seem that hot, and therefore puts them at higher risk of heat stress.

Anhidrosis is not fully understood yet; it is widespread in the hot and humid regions of the southeastern United States and the Gulf states, but it is also widely reported elsewhere during the summer and particularly during heat waves. If your horse has a high respiratory rate and does not seem to tolerate turnout on hot days, be sure to discuss it with your veterinarian.

Remember that administering unnecessary medications without consulting your horse doctor first could do more harm than good, as it puts your equine friend at risk of developing harmful side effects!

12/08/2024

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11/08/2024

Still looking for a forever home for these sweet senior OTTB geldings.
All are friendly and gentle.

11/08/2024

We were glad to be part of the discussion.

10/08/2024

Our little garden is really appreciating the rain we've had the last few days 🌧🍅🫛🍆🥒

08/08/2024

We can't get enough of these 2 cuties 🥰
Thanks for the great shots Riehen Walsh !

07/08/2024

IT Tech Job and Training Opportunity for SMVF. https://www.vetsgroup.org/

06/08/2024

🎉 Calling All Military & Veteran Couples! 🎉

Join our Gottman Couples Virtual Workshop and strengthen your relationship! Whether you're just starting out or have been together for years, this workshop is for you. 🌟

📅 Starting: Wednesday, September 4th
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
💻 Format: Virtual (5 weekly 1-hour sessions)

Learn to improve your friendship, communication, and conflict management skills, all based on Dr. John Gottman's renowned research.

💌 Open to all military/veteran-affiliated couples!
📞 Contact us to sign up: (240) 847-7500
📧 [email protected]

Strengthen your connection and build a healthier, happier relationship. Don't miss out!

02/08/2024

Back-to-School Fair for Military kids--August 10th. Be sure to register!

02/08/2024

LETS Program workshop scheduled for August 17th at Greystoke Farm. Come learn about growth through self-compassion during an experiential learning experience.
Free for the veteran and military community; registration is required.
Maryland's Commitment to Veterans, thank you for your support.

02/08/2024

We thoroughly enjoyed this webinar and highly recommend it for anyone handling horses!

"A deeper understanding, from quality information, will ultimately be what is best for the welfare of our horses." Dr. Steve PetersIn this presentation with ...

02/08/2024

Beautiful end to a busy, productive day.
Major is happy to be out with his friends tonight.
Percy and a new Mustang friend, Moose, had face-to-face time together and surely recognized the wild side in each other.

01/08/2024

We're sure going to miss these young women when they depart for school this month, but we're also so proud of them. Amelia and Sienna, you both are the most dedicated, hardworking, intelligent horsewomen and we think the world of you both. Go get 'em ladies!!
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