Kay Baxter
Kay Baxter owns a Miniature Horse/Shetland pony farm where she breeds, trains and shows Miniature Horses and American Shetland ponies. Kay's first book was published in 2008 titled "Miniature Horse Conformation What to Look for and What to Avoid" Kay has also written for several print magazines and online outlets on finance, horses, families and arts & crafts.
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Will Rogers Horse Show Arena Imposes QuarantineAfter a horse started showing symptoms of EHV-1 at the Appaloosa World Championship show in Fort Worth, Texas, organizers and arena officials quickly implemented a self imposed quarantine.
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How to Collect Horse DNAUnlike human or dog DNA that can be detected from saliva, horse DNA must be taken from a hair sample. -
Dina Manzo Speaks OutDina Manzo finally speaks out on her blog about the Real Housewives of New Jersey gossip and rumors.
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Owner Releases Wild Animals and Commits SuicideResidents of Muskingum and Licking County, Ohio, fear for their pets and children.Also published on:
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Ohio's Haunted Mudhouse MansionScary myths abound about the Lancaster Ohio haunted Mudhouse Mansion.
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Older Dogs and EuthanasiaThe pain of saying saying goodbye and letting go of your best friend. -
The California Dream Act: Bad News for AmericansAt an estimated cost of 14.5 billion, Jerry Brown signs the California Dream Act into law.
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Survivor: South Pacific a DisappointmentA dull cast and even duller challenges make this a season to forget.
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Easy and Delicious Thanksgiving Stuffing RecipeEven people that insist they hate stuffing are converted once they taste this recipe!
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Ohio State Buckeyes Fans SufferNever having been a football fanatic I find it interesting to watch the shift in the OSU football fans from triumph to despair.
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Cottage Food Laws and Homemade FoodDo you love to bake? Or maybe you are a candy making expert? Check to see if your state is a cottage law state that allows you to sell your homemade food. -
Extreme Couponing Hurts All of UsThanks to television shows that showcase extreme coupon use, many consumers are paying the price.
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Annie's Story: The Facebook FoalThrough the generosity of strangers on Facebook and several horse forums, the life of a septic foal is saved. -
How to Write Pet Sale ContractsLeaving essential information out of a pet sale contract or putting in too much useless information can lead to headaches and lawsuits. -
Unwritten Horse Show EtiquetteWhether you show Quarter Horses or Miniature Horses there are some unwritten horse show etiquette rules everyone should abide by. -
American Miniature Horse Myths DebunkedContrary to popular belief, miniature horses did not just appear - they were actually bred from small American Shetland ponies and Welsh ponies. -
Selling Horses in a Down EconomyThe economy has hit all markets hard and the horse market is no exception. Make use of the many free and low-cost marketing avenues the internet offers. -
Adopting My Cat from the Licking County Animal Shelter in OhioThe minute I saw the beautiful tiger striped cat in the cage with his sweet face and inability to meow, I knew I had to adopt my cat. -
US Day of RageGrowing frustration with politics and campaign funds leads citizens to form the US Day of Rage protest in state capitols.
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Daylight Savings Time 2011When do we fall back in 2011? Why do we fall back? Do we even need to fall back anymore?
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Reality Show Curse Fact or FictionDivorce, bankruptcy and now suicide seem to be the curse of reality television for many of its stars.
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EIA Found in Arkansas HorsesEquine Infectious Anemia is sometimes referred to as swamp fever. There currently is no vaccination available to keep horses safe from EIA. -
Sjogren's Syndrome Auto Immune DisorderA debilitating autoimmune disease, many people have never heard of Sjogren's Syndrome. Educate yourself on the symptoms of this disease that affects many women.
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Cats and WarblesWarbles can attach themselves to any small pet but show up most often on cats. Many people mistake this parasite for an injury. -
Kay's Famous Spaghetti Sauce & MeatballsFlavorful sauce that is easy to make and easy to can. Over the years I have tweaked this recipe after tasting other sauces and picking the minds of other cooks. I really feel it is now the ultimate spaghetti dinner! -
Country Green Beans with BaconCountry style green beans that are packed full of flavor. This is one of our family favorites and compliments almost any main dish.
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Texas Roadhouse Seasoned Rice RecipeDo you love the seasoned rice at Texas Roadhouse restaurant? Now you can make it at home. This is a delicious savory rice that compliments any dish.
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How to Get Your Craft Patterns PublishedMany crafters and artisans give away their craft patterns for free, not understanding that their patterns are worth money. -
Single Mothers and ParentingYou can never be both a father and a mother to a child, but you can set boundaries and raise a child that is respectful, responsible and independent. -
Tips for Buying Horse Show ClothesYou don't have to spend a lot of money to show your horse during show season. Horse show clothes have a very short life so instead of breaking the bank, try these money saving tips. -
Why You Won't Meet Mr. Right in a BarThink you can find Mr. Right hanging out in a bar? Think again!
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Raising a Child with Asperger's Syndrome (Part I)I always knew something about my niece wasn't "right" but it wasn't until she came to live with us that we realized how wrong things were.
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Raising a Child with Asperger's Syndrome Part IIMany people do not realize how serious Asperger's Syndrome can be and that it can be a matter of life or death.
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Hypocalcemia in Pregnant and Nursing MaresHypocalcemia can be a life threatening metabolic imbalance that affects late term pregnant mares and mares with foals on their side.
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American Idol Season 10: And Then There Were TwoAmerican Idol announces it's final two contestants, Scotty McCreedy and Lauren Alaina. Get ready for a country music showdown.
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Equine Herpevirus Hits NationwideThe Equine Herpesvirus or EVH-1 has been hitting parts of the United States ever since a major cutting horse show in Utah involved sick horses.
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Top Chef Canada Featuring Horse Meat DishesTo the horror of horse lovers across the world, Top Chef Canada is featuring French dishes made from horse meat.
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How to Set Up a Live Foaling CameraSetting up a live foaling or barn camera to watch your horses is actually quite easy and affordable. By using a live foaling cam you can save the life of your mare and/or foal by being there when the event takes place.
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Stories of Miniature Horse MothersOne thing all mothers share in common is the need to care and protect their young. It makes no difference whether that mother is a human or animal.
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Is the Economy Ruining Your Sex LIfe?With the economy struggling to make a comeback, more and more couples are stressed and putting their sex life last.
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Easter Egg Hunts and Activities for Columbus OhioMake plans now to attend one of them many Easter activities in Columbus Ohio and surrounding areas.
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Pia Kicked Off American IdolMuch to the horror of all three American Idol judges, Pia Toscano was voted off the show.
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Preparing Your Own Horse Farm Tax ReturnMost of the people I have met are terrified of claiming their horse farm as a business on their taxes. Filing your own taxes isn't the terrifying experience that most think of, especially if you have kept good records through out the year.
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NJ Horse Angels Ordered to Pay RestitutionNJ Horse Angels was a scam horse rescue raking in thousands of dollars on Facebook for rescuing horses at horse slaughter auctions. Unfortunately for the horses, the money was misappropriated by the founders and trustees of NJ Horse Angels.
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Tips for Obtaining Your First Home MortgageToday more than ever credit scores count when obtaining a first time home buyer mortgage with the best possible interest rates. Luckily there are many programs out there now just for first time home buyers.
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Hyperlipemia in Miniature Horses and Shetland PoniesMiniature Horses and Shetland ponies are much more suspetible to hyperlipemia than big horse breeds. Educate yourself on the symptoms of this disease in order to be proactive in caring for your Miniature Horse or Shetland pony.
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My Experience Auditioning for 'Wife Swap' and 'World's Strictest Parents'My experience being approached by two reality television show producers for my family and myself to appear on their shows.
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First Person: I Feel for Japan, but What About Suffering Here?Should Americans be donating to help the citizens of Japan? What about our own huge numbers of homeless people right here in the United States?
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Using Craigslist to Sell PetsWhether you are selling a dog, cat or horse, there are some tips you should keep in mind when using Craigslist to sell or re-home your animals.
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Why I Refuse to Pay My Children for Good GradesWhile many parents pay their children to get good grades, I prefer to raise my children with the motivation to want to succeed.
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Horse Laminitis in WinterMost horse owners are always on the look out for laminitis during spring, but laminitis can also hit in winter or fall, even with snow on the ground.
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Rat-Infested Ohio Dog Rescue Shut DownJust weeks after seizing animals from another rescue operated by James Burgess in Piqua, Ohio, Clark County officials deem his Springfield rescue property a public nuisance.
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Artificial Insemination in Miniature Horses and PoniesThere is a myth that artificial insemination has poor results in small equine such as American Shetland ponies and American Miniature Horses. As technology has evolved, so has the practice of AI or artificial insemination.
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Momma Mia Italian Restaurant in Heath, OhioWhile Mamma Mia's Italian Restaurant serves some great food, the service and atmosphere are sorely lacking.
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How to Train Dogs with Separation AnxietyDog's with separation anxiety can be quite a challenge to train, but if left untreated, can lead to many different destructive and annoying behaviors.
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Horse Conformation BasicsHorse conformation is more than a horse looking "pretty". Since form follows function, certain conformation faults can lead to disease such as early onset arthritis.
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How to Avoid and Stop Joint Ill in FoalsJoint ill is a huge cause of concern for anyone breeding horses, by being proactive and educating yourself on the symptoms of joint ill, you can save the life of your foal.
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Conditioning Your Miniature Horse to ShowShowing Miniature Horses can be fun for horse owners of any age. These are my top tips for getting your Miniature Horse ready for show season
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Tips for Miniature Horse Foaling SeasonMiniature Horses tend to have a somewhat higher rate of foaling problems than their big horse cousins do. By being prepared you can help bring your miniature mare foaling to a happy conclusion
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Dental Diseases in DogsMuch like humans, dogs can also get many different dental diseases such as gingivitis caused by plaque build up.
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First Person: More Ice and Snow Predicted for Licking County OhioCentral Ohio has been blasted by snowstorms since Christmas. Today's forecast calls for snow, freezing rain and cold. With the predicted forecast of ice, comes the fear of power outages.
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Use Caution when Donating to Charities on FacebookFor most people Facebook is used to keep in touch with family, promote a business or just relax and play games. But for scammers,it is an easy way to prey on people and scam people on their Facebook friends list out of thousands of dollars.
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Memories of My First MustangI will never forget the day my dad and I picked up my 1979 Mustang at the local Ford dealership. That car not only held memories of my dad but memories of my late teen years and moving into adult hood.
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Martin Luther King Day Events in Columbus OhioColumbus Ohio is the place to be for Martin Luther King Jr. events both in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. day and events held later in the year.
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How to Toilet Train Your CatFor most cat owners, the only bad part of owning a cat is the dreaded litter box. Many cat owners are surprised to know how easy it is to train a cat. All it takes is some time, patience, tape and cardboard boxes.
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How to Train Your Miniature HorseAlthough Miniature Horses are small, they are still horses and require the same training as their larger cousins do. Follow these basic training tips to have a well behaved Miniature Horse that is a joy to own.
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Infant and Child First Aid Classes in Columbus OhioNow there are more ways than ever to learn First Aid and CPR for children and infants in Columbus Ohio. You can participate in a hands on class or take your classes online.
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How to Feed Young HorsesDoes your weanling horse have a pot big belly? This is a common condition that happens to weanling and yearling horses. This can be caused by parasites but more commonly the cause is due to a lack of proper nutrition.
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Miller's Essenplatz Family Restaurant ClosingMillers Family Restaurant in Newark, Ohio, will be closing their doors after 17 years of serving homemade baked goods and family style dinners amid legal and financial issues.
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How to Use Facebook to Market Any BusinessEasy steps to use Facebook to promote any kind of business.
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Interesting Facts About the Famous Clydesdale HorseThe origin, history and use of the famous Clydesdale horse. This article contains many facts about the Clydesdale horse such as uses, disposition, colors, life span and health issues.
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Fun and Scarey Halloween Events in Columbus OhioListing of the top Halloween tours and events located in or around Columbus Ohio. You will find listings for both family events and adults who actually like to be scared on Halloween.
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Three Easy Labor Day Appetizer RecipesThree easy to make Labor Day Appetizers that anyone can make. All three recipes include bacon because who doesn't like bacon?
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Easy Easter Sunday DinnerHosting an Easter Sunday Dinner at your home does not need to be stressful or cost a fortune. Easter Sunday is one of my families favorite holidays and I like to cook a good down home meal and not spend my entire day in the kitchen.
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The American Shetland PonyThe American Shetland Pony is probably one of the most misunderstood breeds of horses. Most of us rode a "Shetland Pony" when we were kids and remember them as being mean and stubborn, when in fact they are very intelligent and easy to train.
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Easy Inexspensive Poker Party FoodThere is nothing better then having a group of friends over to play Poker on a Saturday night. If you are hosting the next Poker party at your home, here are some great Poker party foods and Poker party decorations that are easy to make and will not break the bank.
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My Experience Using Columbus Ohio CraigslistI have been an avid Columbus Craigslist viewer, buyer and seller for years. Browsing the Columbus Craiglist sales lists and freebies can definitely be worth a person's time and energy. You never know when you might just find that diamond in the rough!
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Raising Cane's Restaurant a Fresh New Vision for Fast FoodRaising Cane's Resturant 2123 Olentangy River Road Columbus Ohio 614261
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Blogging to Ruin ReputationsThe effect of blogging sites such as Blogger.com and Myspace.com can have on teenagers and other people's reputations.
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Pricing Your House to Sell in a Down MarketThere's no doubt the Real Estate Market in Ohio has been hit hard. Smart sellers know how pricing a house correctly can move their real estate quickly.
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My Sons Story of Employer Harassment After Joining the Army National GuardMy sons story of harassment by Kroger grocery store after becoming a member of our Army National Guard