We believe in a positive coherent relationship with the horse.
© 7/1/2011
Medicine Wheel Ranch
King Hill, Idaho
A Registered, Bonded and Insured Professional Technical Proprietary School
Idaho Division of Professional - Technical Education
Equine Gnathological Training Institute Inc. is a multi-level training institute fostering theoretical and practical gnathological studies that specialize in the prophylaxis and equilibration of teeth in horses, mules and donkeys.
Instructors
It's about our teachers, the horses.
Bert
Dale
Photos by Lori Jeffrey
Instructors:
Dale Jeffrey, Bert Lambert and Associates
Bert Lambert
Bert Lambert believes in helping horses. Like Dale he has learned through many years of practice that to help horses you have to be able to help people. Helping people is at the heart of Institute policy. Institute training emphasizes a working relationship with the horse. Practitioner ability to listen to the horse is paramount. Bert worked with horses and cattle at various ranches in the Western United States for 36 years before becoming an Equine Gnathological Practitioner. His ability to get along with a horse is to be admired. When it comes to teaching gnathological prophylaxis and equilibration on non sedated horses Bert is the best. He has been a certified practitioner for over 10 years. He worked with Dale teaching anatomy at the Academy of Equine Dentistry for over four years along with sponsoring field trips to various locations such as; Yellowstone Park, WY, Spanish Springs, CA, Soldier Meadows, NV, Horses With Heart, AZ and various Native American Tribes such as the Hualapai, Havasupi, Hopi, Navajo and Apache. When it comes to reading a horse and working on non sedated horses Dale says, “Bert is the best man I have ever seen.” The horse is at the heart of Institute training and Bert never waivers far from this position. Many years ago his popular thesis for advanced certification was written on dental variations between horses fed in confined situations versus range fed horses.
Dale Jeffrey BLOG: www.dalejeffrey-egti.blogspot.com
Dale has been in the equine dental business for over 30 years. He was the original founder of the IAEDT, Horse Dentistry and Bitting Journal and the Academy of Equine Dentistry. Although no longer affiliated with the Academy of Equine Dentistry he is proud of the fact that he has had something to do with the training of hundreds of the successful practitioners of today. Dale and his brother Lloyd own and operate World Wide Equine Inc., a company building over 300 quality equine dental instruments that are shipped to over 60 countries. Dale always wanted to help horses and found his niche as a practitioner, author, teacher and mentor. He is well traveled and has worked and lectured in many countries. He is the author of many published gnathological articles and six books on equine dentistry. His latest text, over five years in production, “Oral Health in Equidae” is a course text book covering fundamental equine gnathology. It is the text used by the Institute and several other popular equine dental schools. His primary goal is to help horses and the people who care for them by teaching the least abusive time tested gnathological methods.
Equine Gnathology Defined:
Equine gnathology is the study of masticatory systems, including their physiology, functional disturbances, and treatment. Because it is not part of veterinary medicine or dental school training, most is learned from experienced mentors. Gnathology is doing extremely accurate prophylaxis and equilibration, verifying the work as it progresses, applying all well founded gnathological principles, and rechecking the work continually. The heart of equine gnathology revolves around efficient comfortable mastication and optimum performance.
School Motto:
We believe in helping the horses of the world by teaching time tested gnathological methods to the people who love and care for them.
Links: www.horsedentistry.com www.equinedentistry.com www.medicinewheelranchretreat.com
EGTI PREPARATORY INFORMATION
EGTI 10 1 2011.pdf
Two Page EGTI Information Flyer With Class Dates
EGTI Promotional Flyer 10 2011.pdf
Please click on the Icon to the right to enter EGTI preparatory power point.
Dale Jeffrey Blog: www.dalejeffrey-egti.blogspot.com
Equine Gnathological Training Institute, Inc. Blog: www.shaganathy.blogspot.com
Intent
EGTI is a multi-level training institute fostering theoretical and practical gnathological studies that specialize in the prophylaxis and equilibration of teeth in horses, mules and donkeys.
The mission, purpose and goal of the Institute is to fill the needs of the horse and the people who care for them through quality training for trustworthy, responsible, competent, caring gnathological practitioners providing quality services and relationships.
The intent of the Equine Gnathological Training Institute is to provide realistic training at reasonable prices filling participant and horses’ needs. Our primary goal is helping the horse and in turn one another through personal training, efforts and endeavors.
If you are looking for a rewarding career or are a practitioner, owner or trainer seeking additional useful information and practical training we will do our best to help you accomplish your goals.
Curriculum
Session I: Practical Equine Gnathological Theory (Classroom, 200 Skull Library, and Live Horses)
Equine Gnathological Theory
Equine Dental Paradigm
History of Equine Dentistry
Anatomical, Physiological and Biomechanical Variations; Evaluation Techniques on Live Horses
Aging Techniques on Skulls and Live Horses
Principles of Balance and Equilibration from a
Gnathological Perspective Using Skulls and Live Horses
How Gnathological Procedures Relate to
Performance and Nutrition
Bitting and Training Issues
Instrumentarium
Stories from Real Life Practice
Real life situations to repeat and avoid
Teaching and training by example
Session II: Hands on Training; Live Horses All Week
Hands on Practical Equine Gnathological Training at the “Fundamental” and “Journeyman (Advanced) Levels”
Reading, Understanding and Handling Horses
Understanding Horses Needs
The Horse as a Participant
Your Relationship With Each Individual Horse
Applying the Dental Paradigm
Recognizing and Evaluating Individual Anatomical, Physiological and Biomechanical Variations
Aging Horses Accurately Using a Variety of Methods
Practical Hand Floating Methods for Every Day Use
Prophylaxis and Equilibration on Non Sedated Horses (Primarily Hand Held Instruments)
Instrumentarium Application
Creating Quality Practitioner/Client Relationships
Responsible Business Practices
Fundamental Gnathological Methodology
No matter what your trade or craft a good foundation is imperative. The EGTI staff has been training using this perspective for over thirty years. We believe you have to ask each horse what their problems are treating every horse as an individual. It is the same with people. All are individuals. Instrumentation is then selected based on the individual needs of the horse and practitioner. Simple is usually best and often when things are not going right a good policy is to take something away. In other words use less, such as less pressure, less pain, less equipment, less instrumentation.
We attempt to teach using harmonious simple methods that emphasize getting along with each individual horse. Applying proper fundamental gnathological methodology through frequent visits always yields enhanced results. Enhanced results are reflected in less pain, improved condition and better performance.
All methods of prophylaxis and equilibration taught at EGTI are time tested and proven. We use no more control over the horse than needed to accomplish any given task putting the horses best interest first and foremost.
We teach anatomy, biomechanical theory and physiology from a gnathological perspective. Our goal is to enhance the processes of deglutition (mastication and comminution) and performance. We do this for the most part with hand floats and no sedation. Any handy sort of person that gets along with horses will usually be doing a fair job of maintaining teeth by the end of the second week.
Our ranch based facility allows us to train small groups using more varried methods than most schools and the country environment suits students and horses. We have a large owner client base that is knowledgeable and familiar with our ability to help their horses. Our many happy customers are the result of years of good work, wise choices and exemplary behavior.
The greatest gift you can give a critter or human is the gift of a good example.
Oral Health in Equidae By Dale Jeffrey
Containing Over Five Hundred Photos,
Charts and Illustrations Printed In Full Color
Including But Not Limited to the Following Subjects:
The Equine Dental Paradigm
The Gnathological Approach Explained
Historical Instrumentation and Influence on Modern Practice
Anatomical, Physiological and Biomechanical Variations
Arthrosis of the Stylohyoid
Principles of Balance and Equilibration
Incisor and Cheek Teeth Relationships
Parallel Biomechanical Planes of Occlusion
Examinations
Tooth Development
Three Point Harmony
Axial Flow of Food
Rostral, Caudal Movement of the Mandible
How Teeth Affect Air Flow
Bit Seats
Correct Aging by Various Means
Curve of Spee and Wilson
Performance Issues
Tissue Damage and Bitting Injuries
Bit to Bar Relationships
Methodology
Oral Palpation Techniques
Instrument Placement
Relief Cuts
Use of the Bussico Incisor Gauge
Terminology
Dale's 6th Book; Over Five Years in Production
Practically Priced Bimonthly Training Sessions
Package Price:
Session I & II, Course Text, Wet Lab Fee and Two Weeks Housing: $2690.00
Deposit: $400.00
Session I: Gnathological Theory
This five day preparatory course is reasonably priced and designed for all horse people, especially individuals contemplating an equine gnathological career and practitioners looking for a quality refresher course.
5 Day Classroom Session $500.00 US Funds
Deposit Requirement $100.00 US Funds
Required Reading: “Oral Health in Equidae” by Jeffrey
Session II: Hands on Training
Practical training at the Fundamental and Journeyman (Advanced) Levels
Five days of competency rated training per session $1500.00 US Funds Per Session
$250.00 Instrument Lab Fee
Deposit $300.00 US Funds
Due to our personalized training methods we try to limit the size of our practical classes to 4 new people and a total of 8. Permission and a $300.00 “Session II” deposit is required prior to entering practical training sessions. You may apply by sending an application, by phone or by email. For a proper form see our application section.
Note: You may pay by using United States Funds. We accept Master Card or Visa. We also accept Cash, Travelers Checks, Certified Funds, Guaranteed Bank Checks and Money Orders.
Our goal is to provide quality education for economical prices by keeping costs low.
Certificates of attendance are awarded upon completion of all classes.
Class Dates:
Upcoming classes are held every other month. We attempt to limit practical classes to no more than 4 new people per class and a total of eight participants so call and sign up early to reserve your space.
Session I, Theory:
December 5, 2011 through December 9, 2011
January 30, 2012 through February 3, 2012
April 2, 2012 through April 6, 2012
June 4, 2012 through June 8, 2012
August 6, 2012 through August 10, 2012
October 1, 2012 through October 5, 2012
Session II, Practical & Certification:
December 12, 2011 through December 16, 2011
February 6, 2012 through February 10, 2012
April 9, 2012 through April 13, 2012
June 11, 2012 through June 15, 2012
August 13, 2012 through August 17, 2012
October 8, 2012 through October 12, 2012
Lodging
We have quality lodging at three sites, one in the town of Glenns Ferry and two on the ranch. All sites are very comfortable and completely furnished with full kitchens and laundrys. Normally they are available to hunters, fishermen, boaters and other recreational and travel uses for $40.00 to $50.00 per night. They are available to EGTI course/conference participants for $25.00 per night. You may view the three facilities at www.medicinewheelranchretreat.com. They are listed on our ranch site as the White House, Rock House and Guest House.
Click on the following link to see lodging: www.medicinewheelranchretreat.com
Note:
Many individuals attending our classes fly into Boise, our closest airport and rent a vehicle allowing them to tour beautiful southern Idaho during their stay. We are happy to shuttle folks to and from the airport at no charge if needed.
The ranch is located about 2 miles south east of Glenns Ferry on Rosevear Road at 2050 East Medicine Wheel Lane. Glenns Ferry is about 72 miles south east of Boise on Interstate 84.
Glenns Ferry
72 Miles S.E. of Boise on I-84
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White House Rock House Guest House
Application Form for EGTI School/Conference
To Apply/Enroll Please Print This Page; Fill Out Information and Return To Our Office; If you have trouble printing this form you might ttry copying and pasting this information into your "word" program.
You may also apply/enroll by phone or just email us!
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Email address: _____________________________________________________________________________
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Desired Courses and Class Date/s: _____________________________________________________________
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Horse Handling Experience: __________________________________________________________________
Other Training and Education:_________________________________________________________________
Deposit Amount Enclosed: ___________________________________________________________________
Payment Options: ___________________________________________________________________________
We accept Visa or Mastercard or you may pay by Cash, Travelers Checks, Certified Funds, Guaranteed Bank
Check/Money Order; Please pay with US Funds. Our goal is to provide quality education at economical prices.
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Please send me your text book for study prior to attending the course/conference: Yes / No
I would like to make arrangements for housing at the ranch at your student rate of $25.00 per day: Yes / No
If possible please provide us with the above information prior to attending our course.
Mail To: EGTI Inc., 2050 East Medicine Wheel Lane, King Hill, Idaho 83633 USA
To Enroll in Person Call Dale at: 208-869-1002 or Email Dale at: dalejeffrey_equinedentistry.com
Certification Program
We Offer Reasonably Priced Competency Rated Training Certificates at
Two Levels in Four Age Groups to All Our Associate Practitioners
Level I: Fundamental Equine Gnathologist
Certificates are awarded for competent work on horses in each of the following age groups:
0-5 years, 6-11 years, 12-18 years, 19 years and up
Certification Cost: $100.00 per horse, classroom preparatory work included. Participants may certify on one or more horses in each age group.
Fundamental certification requires a minimum of 1 year practical experience.
Level II: Journeyman (Advanced) Equine Gnathologist
Journeyman (Advanced) certification requires a minimum of 2 years practical experience.
Certificates are awarded upon completion of all classes and levels of certification.
Position Statement
EGTI Position Statement on Certification Programs: Certification programs may indicate an individual performing work at a certain level but in no way should they interfere with an individuals right of choice to work responsibly or an owners right to choose who works on their animals.
Rebecca J Beaman
Greg Bland
Karl Wilson Brough
Angie Carter
Tim Dawson
Mike Degner
Elaine Donnelly
Karen Eddings
Simon Gunson C5
Jim Haskins
Emily Kinch
Jess Kitchen
Kali Kitchen
Rick Lambert C4
Shelley Lavigne C1
Shena Martin
Tom McClure
Ron Panarelli
Ken Ross
Margaret E Rougeau
Carla M. Adams
EGTI has one of the largest assortments of instrumentation in the World giving each prospective practitioner the opportunity to make selections based on their individual needs. Dale and Lloyd Jeffrey own World Wide Equine, Inc., a family owned and operated equine dental instrument manufacturing business based in Glenns Ferry, Idaho, about two miles from the ranch based school. The business manufactures and markets over three hundred different items for the equine gnathological trade. It also houses an equine dental museum featuring bits, old literature, and instrumentarium.
To see various instruments go to: www.horsedentistry.com
To participate in the World Wide Equine online discussion forum or print out an online catalog go to: www.equinedentistry.com
EGTI boasts a skull library of over two hundred heads devided into four various age groups (categories).
The library is a a valuable aid when aging horses and studying practical gnathological problems and corrective procedures.
World Wide Equine Gnathological
(Dental) Instrument Factory
Established In 1980 By Dale Jeffrey
Owners: Lloyd and Dale Jeffrey
Makers of Over 300 Various Equine Dental and Gnathological Instruments
World Wide Equine was established in 1980 in Nebraska by Dale Jeffrey. Today the headquarters are in the old 13,000 square foot Shrum motor company in Glenns Ferry, Idaho. Lloyd Jeffrey manages the business with the help of his wife Julie. World Wide markets in over 60 countries to a select and important clientel. The World Wide Staff believes in helping horses and are very humbled by the opportunity to do so working in this very rewarding field. World Wide Equine is a family owned business and is not affiliated or to be cofused with World Wide Equine of the United Kingdom.
Equine Dental Museum at World Wide
World Wide Equine houses one of the largest equine dental museums ever. World Wide is humbled by the many donors of Items from many countries. Be sure to stop in for a tour if you are in the area.
World Wide Equine Inc.
P.O. Box 1040
91 West First Avenue
Glenns Ferry, Idaho 83623
Phone: 208-366-2550
Fax: 208-366-2870
Email: wwequine_horsedentistry.com
Website shopping cart: www.horsedentistry.com
Website discussion forum and on line catalog: www.equinedentistry.com
Links/Contact Information
Equine Gnathological Training Institute, Inc.
Dale Jeffrey
2050 East Medicine Wheel Lane
King Hill, Idaho 83633
Ranch Web Site:
Phone: 208-366-3001
Dale's Cell: 208-869-1002
Lori's Cell: 208-599-7752
Bert's Cell: 405-834-4045
World Wide Equine, Inc.
91 West 1st Street
Phone: 208-366-2550 or 208-366-2569
www.medicinewheelranchretreat.com
WWE Online Shopping Cart: www.horsedentistry.com
Discussion Forum and On Line Catalog: www.equinedentistry.com
Biography Dale Jeffrey 9 29 2011.pdf
Why Floating Horse Teeth Is Not Vet Med 10 7 2011.pdf
About Dale and Bert
Photo by Lori Jeffrey
Gnathology Defined
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