Help Fund Equine Research While Shopping with Horseman’s Card^®

Lexington, Ky. (Oct. 30, 2009) – Since its creation in 1992, The Horseman’s Card® has been the VISA® card of choice for horse owners and enthusiasts. Each time The Horseman’s Card is used, a contribution is made to the world-renowned Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center, located in Lexington, Ky., at no additional cost to the cardholder,

In addition to raising funds for equine research, The Horseman’s Card provides exclusive savings for cardholders through its VIP benefits program. With the holiday season upon us, what better way to give gifts and support the health of the horse than to use The Horseman’s Card. Several well-known companies that specialize in gifts – making them the perfect source for holiday shopping – and participate in The Horseman’s Card V.I.P. Benefits Program are:

Dark Horse Chocolates^® are inspired by the magical partnership between horse and rider. Each chocolate is made by hand from the finest ingredients and sports a unique equine design. These exquisite chocolates make elegant gifts at affordable prices. Dark Horse Chocolates introduces NEW Trail Mix, an irresistible treat of dark chocolate-covered almond butter crunch, almonds, pecans, and dried cranberries. The Horseman’s Card members receive 10% off their total order. Call (800) 243-2115 or visit www.harborsweets.com to place your order.

The Horse Lover’s Gift Guide carries unique gifts for the horse lovers in your life. Receive FREE shipping on your first order using The Horseman’s Card. Call (800) 767-1452 to request a free color catalog or visit www.horseloversgifts.com.

Exclusively Equine , a division of Blood-Horse Publications, is a major catalog and online retailer of books, DVDs, photos and gift items for the entire equine community. The Horseman’s Card members save an additional 10% on their order every time they shop at Exclusively Equine. Call (800) 582-5604 for a free catalog or visit www.ExclusivelyEquine.com to place your order.

Shandell's a working lampshade and vintage lighting studio, is always transforming a bit of the past into something new. Using sporting art images, vintage wallpaper and bits of nature, Shandell’s specializes in nightlights, lampshades, lamps, tissue box covers and more. To view Shandell’s creations, visit www.shandells.com. The Horseman’s Card members receive a 15% discount on orders over $100. For more information call (518) 789-6603.

For more information about the rates, fees, and other costs and benefits associated with the use of The Horseman’s Card, or to apply by phone, call (800) 932-2775 (mention code UAAQA2) or apply online at www.horsemanscard.com.