CHAZY, N.Y. — Miner Institute recently received a $500 donation from the Champlain Valley Morgan Horse Association to support a Vitamin E research trial that is currently underway with the Institute’s Morgan horse herd.
The vitamin E project came about after Miner Institute Equine Manager Karen Lassell realized several horses within the herd were vitamin E deficient. The research is comparing natural versus synthetic sources of vitamin E and also looking at dosing strategies and what provides the best response. “Funding sources for horse research are few and far between, but after hearing from local veterinarians that our horses weren’t the only ones struggling with this problem, we felt it would be worth the expense. We are grateful for the support offered by the CVMHA. We are hopeful that the results of this research will be of benefit to the whole equine community,” Lassell said.
The Champlain Valley Morgan Horse Association (CVMHA) is a local club for horse enthusiasts and Morgan Horse lovers. The group hosts an annual horse show, which will be held May 27-28 at the Clinton County Fairgrounds and is a fundraiser for the club. Funds raised help to support two annual $250 scholarships, and to offset costs for clinics and other educational events the group hosts throughout the year.
The horse show is free and open to the public. Events start each day at 8 am and include a variety of styles of riding and competing events. Food is available for purchase on the grounds.
–Miner Institute
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