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June 18th, 2008 Mustang Adoption and Raffle

The ability to adopt a mustang for $125.00 is
subject strictly to a person being able to meet the BLM requirements for adoption, at a minimum.
As a certified trainer for the BLM and The Mustang Heritage
Foundation, I am authorized to broker the adoption of a mustang as an
outreach for the BLM.

There has been some confusion about ads we’ve run recently in

Uncle Henry’s. I appreciate everyone’s concern regarding the fate of these
horses. This magazine was chosen because of its widespread distribution and
cost-effective quality for reaching thousands of possible adopters. The
intention is to raise public awareness of the Mustangs, so that more of them
might get good homes. In no way will this ad lead to the easy acquisition of a
cheap horse. It will not be possible for these animals to be shipped for meat.
As an adopted horse, it still remains the property of the U.S. Government for
one year. After one year, the adoptee is required to have a veterinarian
provide certification than the horse is in good health and is being cared for
with adequate food and shelter. Selling government property would be met with
serious consequences.

As an agent for the BLM and The Mustang Heritage Foundation, we are

even more stringent with our adoption of horses than the BLM!

We require an on-site interview to ensure the potential owner has the ability
to care for a horse. There will be a series of questions and activities
designed to determine what your intentions are for owning a new horse. This
process also allows us to personally match you to a horse we feel will best
meet all of your needs and desires. Getting a horse that is ideally suited to
you reduces the likelihood that there will be problems down the road. We offer
this service at our expense to ensure the happiness of horse and owner.

Then you will need to meet the BLM requirements and be approved prior

to adopting. Once this requirement is met, we will then perform an inspection
of your facility and a background check.

If you are interested in getting a horse, or have any other questions about or
programs, please contact us directly! We
will send you information on how you can adopt an American Legend.

The mustang raffle is no different in its requirements. The winning ticket holder will be subject to the same criteria. If the winning ticket holder does not meet these requirements, a new winner will be
chosen. The Maine law sited in a message board is intended to prevent the abuse of animals. Under
the law, exceptions are provided when there are controls in place to ensure no abuse is imminent. If a person were intent on getting a horse inexpensively and hoping to sell it for meat or simply abuse it, there are many more avenues readily available through which to acquire a horse with far less red tape. We do all we can to ensure a lifelong relationship between these magnificent
animals, and people who want to love one.

June 14th, 2008 Extreme Mustang Challenge 2008

Just one of 200 trainers chosen from across the United States, Karina will represent Maine September 17-21,2008 as a contestant at the Will Rogers Memorial center in Fort Worth, Texas.

Karina will travel to Ewing, Illinois to pick up her challenge horse where she will have just 100 days to train her mustang in preparation for the competition.

The competition focuses on trainer’s demonstrating the versatility and train ability of this American icon. For more information on the incredible program, CLICK HERE!

This is my horse for the challenge he is a 3 year old gelding and we named him ShoGun! (he is the big guy in the video)

View the short video now Click HERE.

April 7th, 2008 Welcome to The Mirror Effect!

Many Thanks to Michele Cole who made this possible!  We are absolutely thrilled with our new site and the many new changes she has helped us to make others aware of!  Check back often for new clinic dates, book information, client stories, discounts from our favorite vendors and more!  Oh, and if any of you were thinking about using Michele too, she’s ours!  heh heh heh