Lisa Kemp
Articles by Lisa Kemp
Keeping Your Horse Farm Afloat
June 01, 2012
Set up a communications plan to help your farm or business survive in the event of a disaster. Read More
Crisis Communication Planning Resources for Equestrians
May 07, 2012
A catastrophic occurrence can cause nearly irreparable damage to a horse business, event, or brand. Read More
Carriage Horse Controversy Causes Veterinarian's Suspension
November 10, 2011
An ASPCA veterinarian was suspended without pay after providing conflicting information to media outlets. Read More
The War Against Weeds
June 01, 2011
When it comes to pasture weed control, an ounce of prevention is worth hours of back-breaking cure. Read More
Electrolyte Primer
April 01, 2011
Not every horse requires electrolyte supplementation to regulate water content in the body, but some do. Read More
Chicago Museum Next To Host 'The Horse' Exhibit
February 22, 2011
Chicagoans and guests to the Midwest can marvel over the history and development of our modern world courtesy of "The Horse," an interactive exhibit at The Field Museum through Aug. 14. The exhibit allows visitors to view Read More
The Science Of Saddle Fit
February 01, 2011
A saddle can either encourage comfortable movement and clear communication between rider and horse, or it can result in discomfort and behavioral problems. Evaluating a saddle's fit requires an understanding of saddle construction Read More
HERDA: Preventing The Heartbreak
December 08, 2010
Part 3: Robin Davison "did everything right" when she bought her registered Paint mare Quality Sensation (aka Penelope), including scheduling a prepurchase exam. Penelope's HERDA was undiagnosed then, but Davison says in hindsight there were signs Read More
Chicago Reviewing Change To Carriage Horse Laws
December 02, 2010
Chicago's regulations governing horse carriage operation are currently under review, with a public comment period extending to Dec. 8.
HERDA: A Daily Struggle
November 18, 2010
Horses afflicted with the skin disease hereditary equine regional dermal asthenia (HERDA, also called hyperelastosis cutis or HC) can develop external lesions from a variety of environmental factors. This includes everything from sunlight to co Read More
When HERDA Strikes
November 01, 2010
A diagnosis of hereditary equine regional dermal asthenia (HERDA), or hyperelastosis cutis (HC), is frequently a grim one for horse owners. The hereditary skin disease that affects some stock horse breeds can result in isolation and skin lesions for Read More
Choosing Horse Supplements: a Miracle in a Bottle
October 01, 2010
Owners should selet and administer their horses' supplements with care. Read More
NYC Carriage Law Addresses Equine Conditions
April 19, 2010
New York City carriage drivers will receive their first fare increase in more than 20 years through a new law passed recently. However, some feel it hasn’t gone far enough in improving conditions for the horses.
"The ASPCA Read More
Hit the Road (Trailer Maintenance)
April 01, 2010
Teaching a horse to load like a champ is an oft-covered topic, but have you considered whether you're starting with an enclosure that's safe and pleasant for both horse and human? By maintaining your trailer properly Read More
Hit the Road (Trailer Maintenance)
April 01, 2010
Teaching a horse to load like a champ is an oft-covered topic, but have you considered whether you're starting with an enclosure that's safe and pleasant for both horse and human? By maintaining your trailer properly Read More
New York Carriage Horse Welfare Under Scrutiny
February 04, 2010
Amendments to improve care for New York's hard-working carriage horses were reviewed at a Feb. 3 NYC Health Department public hearing.
The NYC Administrative and Health Codes guide the health, safety, and well-being of the city&# Read More
Horses Up For Adoption After Neglect Case, Foreclosure
December 23, 2009
Unexpected guests often drop in over the holidays, but what if your drop-ins were an entire herd of Quarter Horses?
That’s what happened to Falmouth, Ky., equine rescue facility Speak Up For Horses, when 48 mares, stallions, an Read More
NYC Carriage Company Asked to Vacate Stables
November 05, 2009
One of New York's carriage companies is seeking new stables for nearly 30 horses during their busiest time of the year. The reason? Urban development.
Eric Bederman, press secretary for the NYC Department of Housing Preservatio Read More
NYC Carriage Horse Audit Pushes for Licensing, Inspections
September 29, 2009
New York City's 203 carriage horses could be better monitored by city agencies, according to a follow-up audit report recently issued by the office Read More
Guilty Verdict Returned in Chicago Carriage Horse Trial
September 28, 2009
Two of three Chicago carriage horse drivers were convicted on misdemeanor counts of animal neglect on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Michele Goudie, manager and co-owner of J.C. Cutters Ltd., and carriage driver Melissa Woicek received guilty verdict Read More
Secondhand Tack and Disease
September 01, 2009
Watch out for contagious consignments; don't bring a disease home to your horses when buying used tack or even sharing equipment with your friends. Read More
Chicago Carriage Horses' Day in Court Delayed by Budget Crunch
August 20, 2009
The carriage horse seizure case involving J.C. Cutters Ltd. has been continued once more. This time it was due to a City of Chicago budget-related mandatory work furlough day for all non-essential city employees on Aug. 17.
"The new trial Read More
Boston Police Horses Relocated After Budget Cuts
July 02, 2009
The horses of the Boston Police Department Mounted Unit disappeared from Boston's streets as of June 30, the end of the fiscal year. The 12 horses fell victim to budgetary cutbacks needed to bridge a $20 million shortfall and avoid layoffs of Read More
Chicago Carriage Horse Case Set For Trial In August
June 20, 2009
A trial date of Aug. 17 has been set for the criminal charges against J.C. Cutters Ltd. co-owner and manager Michele Goudie, horse owner Melissa Woicek, and carriage driver Frances DuPont, who have been cited under two City of Chicago Municipal Read More
Defense Prepares For Fight in Chicago Carriage Horse Case
May 26, 2009
A highly publicized Chicago carriage horse court case has now been continued a third time, to June 15. Defense attorney John Robeznieks is preparing data for city prosecutors on the charges facing J.C. Cutters Ltd. co-owner and manager Michele Read More
