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Celebra ating 20yea ars EDITION 58 JANUARY 2021

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IN THIS ISSUE: * Wallaby Hill International 3-Day-Event * Holiday ideas feature * Equine Health Feature * Being a vet the best job on the planet * Tips for safe weightgain * Grains cooked or uncooked * Skin conditions in horses * Equine Gut Health * 2024 Olympics in Paris * Cattle ticks * Miniature horses and ponies * Show photos

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History made at Wallaby Hill 2020 By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA The greatly anticipated Wallaby Hill International 3-Day-Event took place recently in NSW and it did not fail to deliver on world-class equestrian competition, as Australian riders looked all class across the phases. Although the number of spectators allowed on site was limited due to COVID-19 restrictions, the spirits of all in attendance were high. The event is the only full-scale 3Day-Event to run in Australia for 2020 and was greatly anticipated by all of the EA High Performance riders, many of whom identified the event as part of their Tokyo 2020 Olympic preparations. EA High Performance Eventing Gold Squad rider Shane Rose dominated the weekend winning both the Gow Gates CCI4*L and CCI4*-S classes. Shane won the Gow Gates CCI4*-L riding the brilliant mare Easy Turn, known at home as Tina and owned by Shane and Angela Shacklady, and also won the CCI4*-S riding his WEG 2018 horse Virgil, owned by Shane and Michelle Hasibar. “It has been the focus for both the horses once we got back eventing in NSW and the event was put up to run,” Shane Rose said. “The reality of the situation is that it was a priority for both horses to go to Wallaby Hill. Virgil has done a lot so I didn’t feel it was going to be a benefit for him to do the long format, overall it is the same dressage judges, cross country and showjumping but with a few minutes less galloping for him. Tina we thought would benefit and looking ahead to Tokyo she needed to do the long format and it was definitely the plan to go out and do what we did!” Not only did Shane win both classes in style but he also made history while doing so. Shane set the record for the best ever dressage score produced in the CCI4*-L where he and Tina earned a 25.00 from the judges following their beautiful execution of the test. Tim Boland and GV Billy Elliot held the previous record with a score 26.40 which was achieved in 2017. “I am really pleased with them all and they went as well as I

Above and Below: Shane Rose and Easy Turn win the Gow Gates CCI4*-L at Wallaby Hill. Photo: Stephen Mowbray

knew they could and I am very happy,” he said. “In the lead up to the event, I spent as much time as I could with them on the flat so that we could produce the low scores at the competition that I know they are both capable of. “We have had help with the dressage from Bettina Hoy which has showed in the dressage results, and they both had good jumping phases at the event.” When asked about the impressive dressage results Australian riders were delivering around the globe, Shane said it came down to the constant desire to improve and the competitive drive ingrained in Aussie riders. “It happens when a good horse does a good test and beats you, it spurs you on and makes everyone want to be better and you are always aiming to improve,” he said. “When a bunch of good horses all go to a show, the judges have to differentiate between a good test and a great test and we have more and more great horses so you see it reflected in the scores.” In addition to securing a dressage record Shane also became the only rider to ever win the coveted CCI4*-L class at Wallaby Hill three times. Making the achievement even more remarkable was that Shane had accomplished this milestone over three consecutive years, just one example of the consistency and longevity of High Performance riders. Shane won the event in 2019 riding Easy Turn and in 2018 riding Ultimate Velocity. It wasn’t only Shane Rose setting records at Wallaby Hill. The event also saw a record set-

ting dressage score in the CCI4*S class delivered by Christine Bates riding Adelaide Hill who scored 26.30, smashing the previous record of 30.4 held by Tania Harding and Jirrima Yorkshire which was set in 2019. Unfortunately Christine and Adelaide Hill withdrew prior to the start of the cross country phase. Despite the disruption caused in 2020 by COVID-19 one thing

appears certain, Australian event riders have proved they are a force to be reckoned with at Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Final Placings Gow Gates CCI4*-L 1. Shane Rose and Easy Turn 2. Stuart Tinney and Celebration 3. Stuart Tinney and Leporis 4. Cathryn Herbert and Femme de Renaissance 5. Emma Mason and Warrego Marco Polo

Christine Bates and Adelaide Hill after their record test in the CCI4*-S Photo: Stephen Mowbray

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Are you ready for the start of competition? 2021 is here so let’s hope its a better year than 2020. With event dates set and competition set to commence in the later part of January, it’s time to check out gear and get show preparation ready. Check your tack boxes and gear bags and be ready for that first event. Maybe you need a new boots, new browband, new bridle, new work saddle cloth, new saddle, a diary to record your and plan your year or just need to re stock your tack box - below are some suggestions on what to buy and where to get them.

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CLUB COLOURS DIRECT For those who would like a personalised work saddlecloth. Club Colours Direct make top quality Australian-made embroidered saddlecloths for clubs, schools, studs and shows. Choose you own unique colour scheme and have your name or logo embroided to create a unique gift. Also available are braided rope reins and leads in your own selected colours for details visit www.clubcoloursdirect.com

A NEW COUNTY SADDLE Do you need a new saddle? County offers you custom made saddles designed to fit both you and your horse. Available in many styles to suit you needs Visit ww.countysaddlery.com.au

THE NORTH COAST TACK SHOP Need to restock for the start of the season the North Coast Tack Shop stock shampoos, black it, makeup, plaiting cotton and accessories, supplements, boots and boot covers, hacking canes, bridles, hunter browbands, shirts and saddlecloths. If you need to add a bit of bling to you outfit they also have wide range equestrian themed jewellery. For more information contact Rhonda via email at rhonda@northcoasttackshop.com or call 0402 638 323 or visit www.northcoasttackshop.com

WAGNERS CUSTOM MADE SADDLERY For those that like quality saddlery, bridles, work gear and riding attire, Wagners will have something to suit your needs. They specialise in made-to-measure bridles, hand made saddlery custom fitted riding shirts, vests and jackets. Wagners also are the Australian agents for Isabel Werth clothing, Konig Boots Germany, Cavallo top boots and clothing and Alberto Fasciani boots and Flex-On stirrups and much more. For further information www.wagners .com.au Ph 03 5977 5553 or local rep Sharon Armstrong Ph 0452 208 281

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2021 EA Show Horse & Rider Champs By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA In August 2020, EASHC, EV and EA were left with no choice but to postpone the 2020 Championship following the Victorian Government declaring â&#x20AC;&#x153;State of Disasterâ&#x20AC;? due to COVID-19. In an ongoing collaboration, EASHC, EV and EA have been determining the best way forward for both 2020 and 2021 qualified riders. All horses and riders qualifying at their 2020 State Horse of the Year and/or 2021 State Horse of the Year will be eligible to compete at a combined Championship to be held on the 1st through to the 4th December 2021. Should demand warrant it, the schedule will be extended through to the 5th December 2021. EASHC will be advising EA on any interim rule update requirements due to combining the events, however, of note is that athletes are to ride at the latest event they have qualified at. Equestrian Australia and the EA Show Horse Committee are pleased to announce that

Victoria will host the 2021 EA Show Horse Championships in December.

Equestrian NSW will be hosting the 2022-24 Australasian Show Horse and Rider Championships at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre. With tenders received from both Victoria and NSW, the remaining EA Show Horse Committee Representatives reviewed the

two tenders, listened to the State presenters, and discussed attributes relevant to their State and athletes from each proposal at their meeting held on Tuesday 15th December. Acknowledging the fine job that Victoria has done over the past 27 years, and will continue when

they host the 2021 event next year, Andrew Hamilton who chaired the meeting said both States had produced quite different concepts in their tenders. Andrew also complimented the committee voting on their robust and respectful conversation leading into the vote.

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LANG PARK COTTAGES For the person that has everything, how about a quiet getaway at Lang Park Cottage, a rural tourist facility with one bedroom cottages on a private 25 acre horse property 10 mins from Byron Bay? Whether you want the relaxing lifestyle of just sitting back on this beautiful property to unwind and enjoy the peace and tranquility or would like to visit waterfalls and rainforest at Minyon Falls or walks on the beach and a visit to the lighthouse in Byron Bay, the choice is yours. The beautiful self-contained cottages all have modern furnishings and come complete with fireplace, kitchen, modern bathroom and spa and a deck to enjoy the beautiful mornings and afternoon sunsets. The property also has a pool/BBQ area, stable block and sand dressage arena. For further information contact Aaron on 0429 997 077, 02 6684 7241 email langparkcottages@gmail.com or visit www.langparkcottages.com.au

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PONY CLUB CAMP Need to occupy the kids in the school holidays have your own horse and are a member of pony club? The Murwillumbah Pony Club has a lot to offer this school holidays. They will be holding their annual three day camp on Thursday, Friday nd Saturday January 21, 22, and 23. Instruction will be provided in jumping, sporting, show riding, dressage, mounted games, horsemanship and scary obstacles. There will also be theory lessons, fun with games, trick riding and vaulting and lots more. To attend the camp you need to be a financial member of a pony club for 2021, have your own horse and prenominate via the nomination form available on request. This year, adult riders will be welcome to join in at the camp so long as they are financial riding members of a pony club. Nominations are essential to attend both the gymkhana and camp. For further information contact Paula on 0413 733 294 or Glenda Bowkett 0412 491 839

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Celebrating 50 fabulous years as a vet! By DAVID LOVELL BSVS

Dr David Lovell a vet for now for more than 50 years, says it’s the best job in the world and has loved every day of it. in the veterinary medicine and surgical aspects, and yes, back when I started, a very large part of what we did was based on pretty shaky "scientific" evidence. Fortunately all of that in my industry has now changed and we are governed by very strict rules and legislation that dictates that to maintain our job, we have to adhere to the very best practice of evidence based medicine.

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HAVE I BEEN SUCCESSFUL YOU BETCHA I have excellent health and a wonderful family. "I've been everywhere I want to go, I've done everything I want to do and I have all the material things I could possibly want." It all started way back in 1963, (long before many of you readers were born), when I enrolled at the Queensland Agricultural College at Gatton and achieved a Queensland Diploma in Animal Husbandry. The three years spent there were undoubtedly my most formative years where we were taught the fundamentals of agriculture and animal husbandry. There is no better place to start in an industry than at the bottom and be taught the "scientific basis of practice". Principles learnt there have ensured a thorough understanding of how and why things happen. Progression through the veterinary degree at the University of Queensland, several years in large animal veterinary practice including time in dairy practice in Victoria, the real James Herriot style of vet life, an equine surgical internship, and four years in a very large standardbred racing and breeding practice in New York, set me up for life in my own veterinary practice. We started at Redlands in 1978, and have been here ever since, at one stage having the largest equine hospital practice in Australia. I have loved every minute of it and could not possibly have wished for a better career path. Has it been tough? - of course it has. The lowest point certainly being Hendra disease in our hospital, quarantine, with the passing of my very good friend and col- m league Dr Ben Cunneen and the

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As 2020 draws to a close, I am pleased to say that I have achieved a milestone not many others have been able to achieve. I have now been fortunate enough to have completed 50 years working in the very best job on the planet. It is actually not a job; it has been a labour of love, as I eagerly look forward to each and every day spent within the horse industry. Yes, the horse industry fraternity is easily the most collegiate and fascinating group on this earth. There are unbelievable characters, extremely skilled trainers and competitors, an enormous population of passionate, dedicated and committed owners, trainers and handlers, a loveable smattering of shysters and conmen, all pulled together by an incredible devotion and passion to the one common element across the cohort, the love of the horse. One of the most fascinating elements of the industry is the seemingly endless underlying folklore, myths, and in most cases, completely unsubstantiated bank of so called ‘knowledge’ that still seems to drive many of the management and husbandry habits that prevail. My role in the industry has been

serious illness of nurse Natalie who fortunately recovered. Over the years, each and every horse that died in our care, (an inevitable consequence of dealing with critically ill animals), caused anguish and mental fatigue but this was more than balanced by the ever increasing numbers of successful outcomes as our knowledge and expertise grew. Work - life balance - seems to be today's catch cry - what a furphy! I "work" 168 hours a week. I have been 42 years at Redlands. In 2016, I was away 16 days, prior to that never more than seven or eight days max. Would I change anything - never! If I have nothing else to do, I go to the clinic. If there is something I want to do, I make arrangements and do it. Is it "stressful" - of course it it - but so is every other job on the planet! WHY DO I DO IT? Because I love what I do. Diagnosis is everything - You have to know exactly what you are dealing with. I have made the claim that I believe I have been successful. People ask me what do you need to do to be successful? I believe there are three important elements. First and foremost, you have to Manage Yourself. Do not dwell on the past, we all make mistakes, it is critical that we learn from them and move on. We have to think positively - If you think you can you will, If you think you can't, you wont! Believe in yourself Secondly, you have to be able Manage Other People. We are skilled, highly trained professionals but unless we can "sell" our services to other people, then we have no chance of success. Finally, we have to be able to Manage Our Work. Fortunately this is probably the very best part. Knowledge and information is continually evolving and we have to be "hungry" for information. But, understanding the very basic scientific principles of biology, physiology, disease and therapeutics is the fundamental. We cannot possibly be successful if we do not know what we are doing and practicing evidence based medicine to always achieve a diagnosis is the key. It is incredible how much easier "curing" a problem becomes once we know exactly what it is! During the course of my tenure, my belief is that there have been several "Game Changing" developments that have irrevocably changed the way we do things and provided enormous benefit to the most important stakeholder in the overall process, the horse. Continued page 9

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Veterinary Practitioner - best job in the world Â From page 8 I would like to comment on five in particular The first of these was the discovery and introduction of the "Ivermectin" family of parasitic anthelmintics. This happy event occurred in the early 90s and this forever changed the nature of veterinary equine medicine. Up until this point, damage caused by the so called "Blood Worm", strongylus vulgaris, dominated the problem list of equine diseases. The introduction of ivermectin to horses was the equivalent of the discovery of penicillin in human medicine. The blood worm infected the horse by ingestion of eggs from the pasture. The eggs hatched in the stomach and the larvae invaded the blood vessels and spent an interminable nine months or so, encysted in the walls of the blood vessels, causing incredible reactions and damage. These encysted larvae were resistant to medications and nothing seemed to eliminate them, until ivermectin. Almost overnight, these larvae were eliminated and the curse of "verminous arteritis" all but disappeared. Unfortunately, the effect was so dramatic, that complacency has developed among owners and managers and their worming programs have begun to become erratic allowing some resistance to ivermectins to emerge. We are "on to it" now and management is responding with more accurate worming returning to the norm. The second innovation has been the evolution of so called "keyhole" surgery. Lameness has always been a curse for horse owners and a very large number of problems were related to joints and damage within. Back in the old days, the only way we could attempt to deal with them was by a large primary incision that provided extremely limited exposure and access, and worst of all, healed with major scar formation to the point that I am sorry to say, sometimes the "cure" was worse than the disease. (Incredible to believe that when I first graduated, portable x-ray machines were in their infancy and rare, and we couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even diagnose many joint problems). Arthroscopy has changed all this and now we explore almost every joint, get amazing exposure, and have almost no scar or healing reaction. It has been an incredible development and joint surgery, although still a major intervention has become almost routine. Next has to be the introduction of pelleted feeds. This has seen a rev-

olution in horse management, Feeds are scientifically formulated in recipes that cater to every perceived need in the industry. From the high energy performance pellet down to the almost cardboard "cool and calm" for obese and fractious animals. Gone are the days of combinations of whole grains, oats, barley and corn, which caused so many digestive upsets and serious metabolic conditions if improperly fed. Today's pellets are extremely safe and provide a well balanced easy to manage food source. We almost never see the catastrophic grain overload founders and gastric dilations now, which were so common years ago. What has emerged however is a different type of laminitis caused by insulin resistance, which although usually not as fulminating, can still be a major issue. I somehow cannot suspect some correlation with human type 2 diabetes, often associated with preservatives and processed feeds, and the emergence of pelleted feeds in the horse. The fourth development has been the use of ultrasound imaging as a diagnostic form. This has had by far its greatest effect in the breeding industry where incredible images and management techniques have evolved to the point that almost no mare is bred without ultrasonic assessment. In my early years, I worked in a practice with over 1000 broodmare patients. All management was done by rectal palpation and I believe we were very, very good at follicle palpation, cervix relaxation, and pregnancy diagnosis simply by what our finger tips told us. An art now lost but the accuracy and excellence of ultrasound is an unbelievable simplification. Ultrasound is also very useful for examination of tendons and ligaments, but unfortunately, I believe, prone to some over interpretation and usage. Where it has been a real boon has been in the assessment of the abdomen in acute colic cases

allowing diagnosis and progression to surgery decisions to occur much more expeditiously. The final evolution, and without doubt the most amazing in my opinion, has been the understanding of biomechanics and its relationship to the underlying cause of the great majority of lameness. Lameness is devastating and the horse can be rendered useless as a competitor or performance unit. Fundamentally there are three "causes" of lameness. Infections, for example septic joints and sheaths and the ubiquitous hoof abscess's, direct trauma such as fractures and injuries, and the overwhelmingly majority cause, degenerative changes in the tissues. Degenerative changes are obviously associated with age, but they are accelerated, exacerbated, and become dominate by the repetitive low grade trauma caused by "bruising" of tissues from the loads imposed by the use of the horse. This is what biomechanics is about. A study of the way the horse uses its legs and the loads and stresses imposed by its action. For example, racehorses are subject to damage in the so called high motion joints such as knees and fetlocks. "Carthorses" have a lot of problems in their hind legs, the hocks in particular, from pulling the load. Ninety percent of the lameness in performance horses occurs in the feet and again result from stresses and strains imposed by the conformation of the animal. Never forget that the definition of insanity, is doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting a different outcome. Obviously if the reason the horse is lame, is mechanical, and we keep doing the same thing, in spite of spending a fortune on medications and the like, then the lameness is never going to improve. Often it may mean that high speed horses have to retire and embark on a slower speed discipline, which immediately solves the problem, but when we come to

performance horses with lameness issues, as stated earlier almost always in the feet, there are not many options for a change of use. What is unbelievably exciting are the rapidly emerging field of podiatry and an understanding of the mechanical loads and forces that are sustained in the feet. Here we now have a remarkable way of being able to change through the application of trimming and shoeing methodology designed to complement and relieve many of the stresses. This field is still in its relative infancy at this time and struggling to gain universal acceptance as it requires a lot of time and commitment, but the results achieved, and the understanding of the underlying causes and steps that can be taken to improve, is without doubt the way of the future. What an unbelievable era of evolution. I have been very fortunate to have been able to be a part of it and look forward to hopefully more exciting times. Certainly the horse is the major beneficiary with the long suffering owners coming a close second as expectations of outcomes have improved immensely. Notwithstanding these undeniable benefits, I believe that we as horse vets have also benefited because there is nothing more satisfying than being able to practice quality medicine and surgery, with ever increasing opportunities and expectations of good outcomes for owner and animal. A far cry from many of the questionable practices we were guilty of 50 years ago but, as I have said earlier, a large part of the industry are the myths, witchcraft, and outlandish folklore that is part of the culture. I suspect this will never disappear. Onward and upward! After 50 years, I have decided to "slow" down and perform a less active role. I certainly still love what I do, but will only focus on cases that come to our clinic, with a particular interest in lameness. I would like to thank Paula and Bob Anthony, firstly for their excellent publication, The Horse Report, and particularly for allowing me to be a part of their magazine over so many years.

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Four-Step guide to safe weight gain By LARISSA BILSTON, BAgrSc (Hons 1), Animal Nutritionist, Farmalogic Is your horse showing a bit more rib than you like to see? Is he or she losing the fat layer along the spine that is often referred to as topline? Have you tried everything but your horse never seems to gain weight? In this article, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll explain the first four steps to improving your horse's condition in a safe and sustainable way. It's about the calories If you're looking for something to top up a diet to put weight on you don't necessarily need a product that says 'weight gain' on the bag - you just need to add more calories. This is often easiest achieved by feeding more of what you already feed. However, make sure you feed enough fibre before increasing hard feeds. From a nutritional perspective it's easy to feed for weight gain. Keep in mind that weight gain requires a holistic approach. It is essential that horse has a thorough dental check, is on an evidence based worming program and all other veterinary issues such as gastric ulcers have been discounted at the onset of a weight gain program. If you are feeding a severely starved horse, or an aged horse that may have other health issues (like Cushings) some of these guidelines may not apply. You must seek veterinary advice. STEP 1 - ADEQUATE ROUGHAGE Start by feeding at least two per cent of your horse's bodyweight as roughage (grass/hay/chaff) preferably available free choice in a weight gain situation. This means that a 500 kg horse needs to have access to at least 10 kg dry matter roughage which could be obtained from 11 to 12 kg of hay/chaff or up to 30 kg or more of fresh grass (fresh grass has a higher moisture content than hay; most of its weight is made up of water and that's why horses need such large amounts to get enough fibre). Reduction in pasture quality and availability is not always easy to notice but is the most common cause of weight loss in horses. When assessing grass availability, do not include the "rough" areas in your paddock

A 500 kg horse needs to have access to at least 10 kg roughage (which may include Hay, chaff or pasture) and only eat what they need (this does not which contain weeds and longer, rank grassapply to insulin resistant horses). es around where your horse frequently deposits manure. Your horse considers the STEP 2 - CHOICE AND AMOUNT OF "rough" areas to be the toilet and will not eat CONCENTRATE FEED this grass. The next step is to add energy if the Young, leafy plants provide more calories roughage doesn't provide enough to meet than old, stalky plants so horses grazing your horse's needs. dried off paddocks may lose weight in sumThe energy component of the diet is called mer in a temperate climate. the hard feed or concentrates and could To get the most out of your pastures, considinclude: er implementing a pasture rotation plan. * cereal grains such as oats, corn, sorghum, This will assist your worming program as wheat or barley; well. Pasture will produce maximum levels * cereal by-products including bran, polof dry matter if you are able to vary the lard or millrun; grazing intervals based on plant develop* legume grains like lupins; ment, waiting until the majority of grass * 'super fibres' including beet pulp, soy plants in the pasture have developed three hulls, lupin hulls and copra; or to six leaves each. * oils. At some times of the year, this can mean it is Concentrates can be fed as individual ingrenecessary to allocate a sacrifice area upon dients, or in a premix in muesli or pellets. which to feed free choice hay and keep pasWhen choosing your grain or energy source, tures locked up to recover. consider how much time and energy you are During stages of very active growth, rotawilling to put into preparation. tions can be as fast as a few weeks. Whole oats can be fed raw, but other cereal At times of the year when there's not much grains such as barley and corn need be fed grass available, you'll need to provide a conin a cooked form to aid digestion. You can stant supply of grass hay. boil them or buy steam flaked or micronised. You could supply this by increasing the You may wish to avoid the cooked grains amount of hay you feed until there is always with added molasses - just check the a little left over at the next feed time and labelling on the bag. Some super fibres then cut it back slightly. Alternatively prorequire soaking (but it doesn't take long) and vide a large round bale for free choice hay. whole or cracked lupins are also best soaked Don't panic if your hungry horses initially to soften them. demolish it very quickly - after a week or two they realise that the bale is always there Â Continued page 11

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Concentrated feed and balanced diets Â From page 10 Horses prone to gastric ulcers should avoid all cereal grains and by-products. The amount of energy food required depends on horse size, level of activity or breeding status, amount of energy provided by the roughage available and the individual's metabolism. The level of concentrate fed should not exceed half the total daily intake, and in most cases should be less than 35 per cent unless the horse is lactating or in very hard work. Large concentrate feeds should be split and fed in two to three meals over the day. For a 500 kg horse, a concentrate meal should weigh less than 3 kg. The most reliable way to assess whether your horse is getting enough concentrate feed is to carefully observe changes in body condition provided free choice roughage is available. If your are feeding plenty of roughage and your horse starts to lose weight, increase the size of the hard feed If feeding a well-balanced diet it is not necessary to change to a different feed for weight gain, just feed more when needed. Adding a third meal per day can be a quick and safe way to increase body condition. To feed more, gradually increase the amount fed over five to 10 days until you reach the desired amount. When the pasture quality changes in spring and autumn, be watching so that if your horse is gaining unwanted condition you act quickly to cut the amount of concentrate fed. STEP 3 - PROTEIN For mature horses the roughage and hard feed will usually provide more than enough protein to meet their daily needs. At times of year when the pasture is very stalky and mature, adding a biscuit or two of lucerne hay will top up the crude protein and limiting amino levels to meet the needs of mature horses. Lactating mares and foals under two years of age often need a higher protein concen-

If feeding a well-balanced diet it is not necessary to change feed type for weight gain.

trate than mature horses. WHAT ABOUT DURING A DROUGHT? Keeping horses through severe drought means that compromises are necessary once hay supplies run low. It can become necessary to rely on cereal hay or feed more lucerne hay than is desirable. If you can no longer source much hay, dietary roughage can be increased by mixing clean straw through your available hay and selecting super fibres as the concentrate feed. Low quality grass hay can be sprayed with watered-down molasses to improve palatability but avoid feeding visibly mouldy hay. If feeding low quality or dusty feeds, add a toxin binder to the diet to protect your horse from the damaging affects of mycotoxins. STEP 4 - WEIGHT GAIN FOR ULCER PRONE HORSES Horses with gastric ulcers need a low starch diet and constant access to long stem roughage. Select legume grains, super fibres and oils as the concentrate feed. Avoid cereal grains and by-products as well as cereal hay and chaff including oaten, barley or wheaten for ulcer prone horses.

Consider feeding nutraceuticals based on lecithin, aloe vera or fermented soy flour alongside veterinary prescribed ulcer medications and for 30 days after treatment ends. Nutritionists recommend limiting starch intake to less than 2 g and preferably under 1 g starch/kg bodyweight per meal. Horses can safely consume up to 1ml of oil per kg bodyweight, provided the omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acid ratio is balanced and the vitamin E is increased by 1.5 IU/ml. Weight gain without fizz You don't have to feed a product with the words 'weight gain' or 'cool' in the name to provide a nutritious diet capable of helping your horse gain weight without losing his or her cool! Some horses seem to be sensitive to the starch in cereal grains and will get 'hot' on them so look to super fibres, legumes and copra that contain more 'cool' energy for these horses. Always read the ingredients list on a premixed feed and beware the 'cool' feeds based on barley or millrun.

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Grains - cooked or uncooked? By Dr NERIDA RICHARDS While a lot of time is spent focussed on horses that can’t eat grain in their diet, cereal grains such as oats, barley, triticale, corn, rice, rye, sorghum and wheat form a valuable component of many horse’s rations. Selecting the most digestible grain based feed however can be confusing, with uncooked grains like whole, cracked and crushed grains being available as well as cooked grains like extruded, micronised, steam rolled or steam flaked and pelleted grains. The question is, which form of grain is best for your horse, cooked or uncooked? WHY WE COOK GRAINS Grains are fed primarily as a source of energy in a horse’s diet and that energy is derived mainly from the white starch found in the centre of the grain. For the horse to obtain the energy from the starch it must be digested by enzymes in the small intestine. But digesting the starch to extract the energy is not easy for the horse because it is “packaged” within the grain in a way that makes it difficult for the horse to get to. The reason grains are cooked is to make access to the starch a lot easier for the horse. HOW STARCH IS “PACKAGED” Starch is simply many glucose molecules all bonded together and bundled up into starch granules. These starch granules are then embedded amongst protein in a structure known as the protein matrix

And that help comes in the form of ‘cooking’. Cooking grains using processes like extrusion, micronising and steam flaking breaks down the barriers the enzymes have to face in reaching and digesting cereal grain starch.

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The starch granules, embedded in the protein, are then encased within individual endosperm cells and protected by a cell wall. Many of these cells are packed tightly within the grain’s starchy endosperm (the white bit found in the middle of a grain). And the endosperm itself is protected by the aleurone layer and finally the entire structure is covered by the seed coat (Figure 2 below). Now from the plant’s perspective, all of this packaging is absolutely critical for its survival and is designed to protect the plant embryo and its stored sources of energy and protein to ensure it will be able to grow and survive for the

Figure 2: The location of starch granules (stained black) within the endosperm cells of barley grain surrounded by the protein matrix (stained green) and protected by the aleurone layer and seed coat.

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first few days following germination. So, the packaging is clever and essential from the plant’s perspective, however for the horse, all of this packaging is just a nuisance and prevents

the horse from being able to digest and extract the energy from the grain. In fact, this packaging was actually specifically designed to allow a grain to pass through the gastrointestinal tract of an animal undamaged so it may germinate when it is excreted. HOW DOES THIS PACKAGING STOP STARCH DIGESTION? The packaging can be likened to a security system at a casino which prevents the thieves (or in this case the enzymes) from stealing the cash (the starch). To digest the starch, the enzymes in the horse’s small intestine must first breech the seed coat, then penetrate the aleurone layer. Following this they need to be able to make their way through the endosperm cell walls (these are the cells that contain the starch), then burrow through the sometimes impenetrable vault of the protein matrix before finally reaching the starch granule. Then, in a cruel twist of fate, if the enzyme reaches this far, it will find that the starch is bundled so tightly into a ball that the enzymes cannot digest it. So the horse is presented with a difficult hurdle—just how does it go about extracting the energy held in the starch of cereal grains? ENTER COOKED GRAINS… It has been recognised for many years now that to effectively digest cereal grains, horses need some help.

HOW COOKING HELPS When grains are cooked using a combination of heat, moisture, pressure and some form of physical process like rolling or grinding, the entire structure of the grain is disrupted. To start, the seed coat and aleurone layer are broken and the endosperm cell walls are opened up. In addition, the structure of the protein matrix is physically disrupted so it is no longer able to protect starch granules. Cooking also turns the ordered and tightly packed structure of the starch granule into an open and vulnerable structure which can be easily attacked by enzymes in a process known as gelatinisation. Cooking simply gives the horse’s enzymes access to the grain starch so they can go about their work of cutting up the starch into single glucose molecules, which the horse then absorbs from the small intestine into the body, where it is used for energy. WHAT ABOUT CRACKED GRAINS? Simply cracking, crushing or grinding grains is the same process as chewing and aims only to change the physical structure of the grain, breaking the seed coat and reducing the grains particle size to give the enzymes better access to the starch within the centre of the grain. While the seed coat and aleurone layer barriers are removed, physical processing only causes minor damage to the endosperm cell walls and leaves a majority of the protein matrix and starch granule structure intact, meaning only small improvements to starch digestion will be made. Work conducted in horses showed that cracking corn only improved its digestibility in the small intestine of the horse by 1%. Continued page 15

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Feeding grains to horses From page 14 So while physical processing can get an enzyme through the front doors of the casino, gives them access to some of the cash floating around at the tables and maybe even gets them into the strong room, it leaves the enzymes without a key, security code to get it into the vault. In short, they aren’t much better than whole grains. DOES SOAKING GRAINS HELP? Soaking grains simply makes them much easier to chew, so soaking will help the horse to break the seed coat and aleurone layer barriers. However soaking does nothing to disrupt the endosperm cell wall, protein matrix or starch granule structure, so, like cracking grains, soaking does not help to improve starch digestion. WHAT HAPPENS IF CEREAL GRAINS ARE FED WITHOUT BEING COOKED? Starch from grains fed whole or cracked will remain largely undigested as it passes through the small intestine and will eventually be delivered to the hindgut. This is where the trouble begins. The bacteria in the hindgut do not face the same barriers as the enzymes in the small intestine and they are able to reach and rapidly ferment the starch contained in uncooked grains. This rapid fermentation of starch causes excessive production of acids, which accumulate in the hindgut and lower the hindgut pH (the hindgut contents become acidic). Low pH in the horse’s hindgut causes a multitude of diseases and behavioural disturbances including laminitis, colic, endotoxaemia, systemic acidosis, reduced fibre fermentation, poor appetite, wood chewing and the eating of bedding as well as deficiencies in the B-group vitamins (including biotin) and vitamin K. WHAT ABOUT OATS? The general consensus is that oats can be fed unprocessed. As it is a larger grain, horses are capable of chewing the grain enough to break its seed coat, removing the need for physical processing. Studies have also found that oat starch is far easier to digest than corn or barley starch in an uncooked form. So oats can be fed whole and uncooked. However, whether oats can be fed unprocessed needs to be decided on a horse by horse basis. Observe your horse’s manure closely when you are feeding him oats. If you observe whole oat grains in his manure, whole oats is not a suitable feed for this horse. It is important to make sure the oats you are observing in the manure are whole and not just undigested hulls. Do this by taking them from the manure and squeezing them. If they are whole you will observe the white starch oozing from the centre. If you want to feed oats specifically, but your horse doesn’t digest them well, cracked, steam rolled and micronised oats can be purchased. AND THE MORAL OF THE STORY… Don’t feed cereal grains unless they have been cooked, with the exception of oats for some horses. If you feed whole, uncooked cereal grains, your horse will get little benefit from them and they have a good chance of causing disease and behavioural problems. Remember, the reason you feed cereal grains is to provide your horse with a source of energy. Most of this energy is held within the grain’s starch. If the horse can’t digest this starch, then you are better off not feeding the grain at all. Dr. Nerida Richards (pictured) is FeedXL’s resident equine nutrition specialist and has nearly 20 years of full time, on the ground experience in feeding all types of horses. For further information visit www.feedxl.com

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Common skin conditions in horses By DAVID LOVELL BSVS Dermatitis is one of the more common conditions horses suffer and it can also be one of the most frustrating and difficult of all to deal with. There are four common diseases that affect horses - Queensland Itch, Rain Scald, Ringworm, Lice, Ticks and Mange

An itchy horse can be caused by allergy, Sandfly bites, Mites and other insects and be very irritating for the horse

the actual bite rather than a true allergy. Nevertheless, the problem is still very frustrating to deal with and stressful to the horse, it simply is just not true Queensland Itch. Obviously, because the problem is related to the presence of insects, it is far more common in summer and will vary with the local seasonal conditions. By day, flies are the most common cause and they will land on the horse and bite them all over but very frequently bother the legs, head and neck region and by night mosquitoes are the

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number one culprit. Here-in lies the problem, insects are ubiquitous and often in plague proportions. If the insects continue to bite the horses, then all forms of therapy are useless. It is virtually impossible to completely prevent insects from attacking the horse. In very sensitive horses or those with a definite allergy, any bite, anywhere, will re-activate the allergy. Treatment has to revolve around preventing the animal from being bitten. Hoods and rugs are usually the first line of defence. Stabling the horse in late afternoon and night and general fly control in the environment all play a part. There are many topical insecticides available but all have limited effect. All work if applied frequently enough but I am not convinced any have any real long term effects and so frequency of application is a major factor. Many owners fervently believe that apple cider vinegar will help control the itch. There is no real scientific reason that it should prevail but possibly there is some mechanism whereby it can alter the odour or local environment of the skin and act as some form of repellant. It is commonly used and it probably does no harm to try one cupful a day in the feed. Once the insects are controlled, medications such as shampoos and topical ointments can settle down the existing lesions and systemic cortisone will stop the immune reaction but if the insects are still accessing the horse, nothing will prevail.

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QUEENSLAND ITCH This is widely used colloquial local name for a condition that occurs world-wide and is easily the most common problem of the skin of horses. True Queensland Itch is a very specific condition that only affects a relatively small number of horses. It is an allergy to a particular type of sand-fly and so the horse has to be in an area where the sand-fly lives and also the horse has to be allergic to the insect. The condition is devastating to the individual if it suffers the problem. What is far more common and generalized is insect bite hypersensitivity. The difference here is that any insect can cause the problem and more often it is a local irritation and sensitivity to

LICE, TICKS & MANGE Mange is common condition affecting heavy horses, mainly because of the thick hair growth - m and feather on the lower limbs.

The disease is caused by a microscopic mite that lives in the skin and loves to hide in the thick hair of the pastern. It causes the horses an intense irritation and horses are frequently stamping their feet and biting at their legs. The condition is difficult to treat and usually requires some combination of clipping the hair and local application of insecticides that will kill the mite. In recent years, considerable success has been obtained with topical application of a flea control product used in dogs but this is an "off label" use of the product and care must be exercised. Lice are more common in winter as the hair coat grows longer. They are very irritating and the horse is intensely itchy. The condition is very contagious. The lice are relatively easy to kill with insecticide sprays. Similarly ticks can be very irritating to the horse. They live in the pasture and attach to the horse in the paddock. Commonly we see a very acute local swelling. RAIN SCALD This is a very common condition and in fact presents in three different ways, all caused by the one infectious organism, "Dermatophilus". The most common presentation is "Greasy Heel". True rain scald is a scabby type dermatophilus usually occurring over the back and body and associated with exposure to wet conditions. The third form is "Mud Fever" which is usually seen as a scabby exudation on the front of the cannon bones. All are caused by the same organism that lives everywhere but needs damp moist conditions to survive. The germ itself is relatively easy to kill with antibiotics or antiinfective agents. The problem is usually getting the anti-bacterial into contact with the organism sneakily living in the depths of the scab and exudates and protected from the antibiotic. Success depends on softening, cleaning, and getting rid of the scab so the agents can contact the bacteria. Greasy heel presents a special problem when it occurs on white feet. The dermatophilus organism has the ability to sensitize the skin to ultra violet light and exposure can result in a severe vasculitis and very refractory condition that is very difficult to control. Usually cortisone has to be utilized. Continued page 17

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RINGWORM The third common condition is ringworm. In the horse, this rarely presents as a true "ring lesion" but rather is a generalized patchy spreading condition that is dry and has tufts of hair falling out. Some forms can be itchy. Treatment can be very difficult. Once again, it is easy enough to kill the fungi if medication can be applied but the infection often lives deep in the roots of the follicles and the medication cannot get to the organism. Judicious shampoos and soaking the horse in medication for some time is the best approach. Once the organism has been killed, it can still take several weeks for new hair to grow and so the owner may not believe a result has been obtained. Some forms of ringworm are quite contagious and can spread from horse to horse so care is required. There are many other skin conditions also affecting the horse but the above groups are the most common. Obviously various lumps and local lesions such as sarcoids,

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he usual cause is a hypersensitivity to the bites of ﬂies (in particular sand ﬂies or midges).

While the bite of the ﬂies are an irritation, some horses develop sensitivity to the bite and will rub themselves so much that they cause injury to their skin. Research shows the cause is an allergic reaction to the chemicals in the saliva of the midges (as with humans).

Also rugging, hooding or stabling your horses between the hours of 4pm – 7am during spring and summer will limit the contact of the ﬂies. Should your horse already be suffering from the effects of allergic skin dermatitis, ensure you use QUIT ITCH to treat and relieve the effects of insect bites. Since the 1970’s, QUIT ITCH has been an essential weapon in the ﬁght against skin disorders in horses.

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Not only that, but once or twice a day, stable lies come to the horse, feed vigorously for a minute or two, and then return to the shade to digest their food. These bites can cause intense irritation in some horses. The bites appear as small raised lumps with a central scab.

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The effects on the horses can be dramatic. They suffer intense pruritus (itchiness) on the mane, tail, face, ears and back, resulting in biting, rubbing, hair loss, self-trauma and a change of temperament. They become miserable and irritable.

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The truth about equine gut health By ANTOINETTE FOSTER

Myth 1 THERE ARE GOOD & BAD BACTERIA One of the most commonly accepted myths of gut health is that there are 'good' and 'bad' bacteria. This is very outdated, as it has been well-studied that it is the ratio of bacteria in the gut that is the good or bad thing not the individual bacterial species. Myth 2 EVERY FIBRE IS CREATED EQUAL Just because the fibre content may sit at 50%, doesn't mean both feed options are equally as good. One may be fibre from hay and the other may be fibre from by-product/waste product material. A product such as BioEquus may be highly beneficial for horses with digestive health issues. Myth 3 CORN IS A GREAT SOURCE OF ENERGY Corn is poorly digested in horses as the starch content is significantly higher than easy to digest grains such as oats or barley. This means the breakdown in the hindgut is a lot quicker than normal and has been found to potentiate hindgut acidosis. Not only is corn genetically modified to withstand a multitude of herbicides and pesticides, but the modification process increases the fructose (sugar) levels to an un-natural level. THE DIGESTIVE TRACT The equine digestive tract is a complex system in its own. Horses are very unique in the way they are put together unlike any other animal. As they are grazing animals their stomach is only designed to hold a small amount of food at one time. Furthermore, they have a hind-gut where fermentation occurs to help break down their food. Being strict herbivores they are designed to digest plant material. Unfortunately this fact often gets neglected when looking at supplementing and feeding horses. Horse feed products often contain: marine/fish meal, fish oil, shark cartilage, dairy products or even honey. These products are foreign to the horse’s digestive system and can potentiate inflammation and therefore disease. 'LEAKY GUT' Commonly termed ‘leaky gut’ in the human world, the same phenomenon can happen for horses. When the cells along the intestinal wall become weak and loose their integrity. This can cause toxins to seep straight through to the blood stream and can also reduce the Page 20

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digestibility of nutrients and vitamins. Common causes can include: * Long periods without feed Horses have a constant release of gastric acid. If there is no food to digest in their stomach, a build-up of gastric acid will occur. This not only alters the bacterial balance but can lead to erosion of the digestive lining and subsequently ulcers. * Medication use * Antibiotics and antacids * Feed not suitable for herbivores Feed ingredients which are unnatural for the equine species such as marine derived material, dairy derived ingredients and animal derived ingredients will cause inflammation as they are foreign to the herbivore’s system. * Malnutrition Potential deficiencies of vitamins, minerals specifically involved in cell turnover. BALANCE OF BACTERIA Dysbiosis is a term used to describe the gut bacteria being out of balance. There may be some bacterial species that overpopulate and some that are a lot lower than they should be. Certain triggers for this imbalance can

include: * Sugary feeds (molasses, honey, corn) * Fructose spikes in grass * Lactic acid build up in the hind-gut (hindgut acidosis) This could be due to lack of antioxidants to metabolise lactic acid. * Poorly digested feed ingredients ie: corn & lupins * Stress can induce cortisol release which can immobilise gut motility and cause an imbalance in bacteria * Medication use Antibiotics are most commonly the issue here as they destroy all bacteria. However, other medications may have an impact on the digestive tract by limiting gastric secretions and bacterial populations. This can pose many problems for horse owners from altered temperaments in their horses to progression of disease and poor immune function. TYPES OF BACTERIA The most prominent bacteria phyla in the equine digestive tract are Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes which is surprisingly similar to the human digestive tract. continued page 21

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Equine Gut Bacteria, feed and digestion From page 20

Despite the vast difference in digestive capacity and one being an omnivore and the other being a herbivore. Other bacteria phyla include Cyanobacteria, Verrucomicrobia and Proteobacteria, which are also found in humans. There are seven main groups of phyla and they all play a significant role in the way the gut microbiome functions. It makes sense that Firmicutes may be abundant in the horse’s gut as this phyla is compiled of a large number of fibre degrading bacteria and can be a marker of a diet containing high fibre and plant based eating. Bacteroidites do not digest fat effectively and have been found to be protective against obesity. Proteobacteria may be expanded when there is inflammation or digestive diseases. Verrucomicrobia is a recently discovered phylum, with a wartlike cell shape and can be expanded in some horses after antibiotic treatment. Proteobacteria are expanded in horses' with digestive diseases including ulcers and laminitis, coupled with a reduction of other bacteria. Proteobacteria phylum may be increased in the gut microbiome of pregnant horses during their third trimester. WHAT DO I FEED? The easiest way to answer this question is to ask what is natural for the species? Horses naturally graze on grass in the wild. The easiest way to replicate this in the modern day world is to ensure access to grass and hay. When we ask more from a horse ie: training, jumping, riding, they need more energy.

THE FEED PYRAMID Supplements Oats and barley are the easiest for horses to digest. Avoid any other grains; especially corn as this is very taxing on the horse’s body and can lead to high urea levels.

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Hay Grass & Pasture Roughage is the key to equine nutrition and health. Providing them with access to pasture 24/7 is ideal however, if this is not possible, making sure they have ad lib hay is paramount.

This is where we can include easy to digest grains such as oats and barley or low release energy such as a good quality oil. Steering clear of any waste-products ie: beet pulp, bran, pollard, millmix, copra meal, etc. is key as these products aren't the most natural for a horse to consume. Daily vitamin and mineral supplements are always usually suggested as domesticated horses are not able to forage the thousands of kilometers wild horses can. In addition, we ask a lot more from them on a day-to-day basis. A formula such as BioEquus may have a very positive impact on the health of the Gut Microbiome. UNDERSTAND MORE Your horse’s digestive system is beyond complex. It is not only the bacteria alone that we look at but how the bacteria perform

essential functions such as digesting food and synthesising vitamins. Recent studies have also linked the microbiome to mood and behaviour via the gutbrain axis, as well as many gut disorders, weight gain and laminitis, allergies, ulcers and diarrhoea. If you are confused by the minefield of information or would like to delve deeper into understanding your horse’s unique microbial make-up speak to one of our qualified nutritionists. We are able to test the microbial population of your horse’s digestive system to ascertain whether they have a dysbiosis or leaky gut picture and what specific probiotic and nutraceuticals we can use to rebalance the bacteria and improve function. Not only this but our testing services enable us to understand how the bacteria in your horse’s

gut metabolise vitamins and minerals and how they produce the necessary neurotransmitters for proper brain function. WHAT WILL THIS ANALYSIS TELL ME? The percentage of different types of bacteria in their gut. How the bacteria in their gut may be affecting overall health and wellbeing. If any known pathogenic bacteria are present. How their diet is affecting their microbiome. How you can change the landscape of their gut health using nutritional interventions. To find out more about this test contact us today on 03 97756422, enq@hiform.com.au or check it out online at https://www.hiform.com.au/pro ducts/equine-microbiomegut-health-test-2014?variant=26110372680

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he usual cause is a hypersensitivity to the bites of ﬂies (in particular sand ﬂies or midges).

These significant benefits are also so enhanced by the “Rain Resistant” and nd “Low irritant” formula. As it doesn’t n’t contain alcohol (prevalent in most fly sprays) it won’t “sting” the horse. It can an also be applied to surface wounds, s, minor cuts and skin abrasions to help lp prevent irritation and possible infecction by nuisance insects. Registered by the APVMA in Australia for over 40 years, extennsive field experience has proven en KURITCH to be a most effective ve solution for both preventing and nd healing distressing skin conditions ns caused by biting insects.

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Eventing and 60 for Dressage. “We are very happy to receive formal approval of our three disciplines for Paris 2024 from the IOC Executive Board and also confirmation that our athlete quota remains untouched at 200”, FEI President and IOC Member Ingmar De Vos said. “This confirmation is also a token of appreciation for the efforts the FEI and the equestrian community have made to increase the fan base and

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Rae of Hope at the end of 2020 for Jess By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA This year has presented many challenges as the world has been forced to adapt to a new normal. However, for High Performance Generation NEXT Squad rider Jess Rae 2020 has provided more hurdles than it has for most. In addition to the unceremonious halt to competition in Australia, and the introduction of restricted movement due to COVID-19, Jess was also confronted with the complication of an unexpected injury. During a game of Oztag, Jess sustained a knee injury that not only put a stop to her competition preparation, but also left her facing surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation process. The injury saw her rupture her ALC and MCL, suffering meniscus tears and a depressed tibial plateau fracture, leaving Jess feeling overwhelmed. For Jess, who rides full time for Olympian Shane Rose and competes at four star level herself, the prospect of being out of the saddle with ‘a lengthy wait for treatment’ was unfathomable. So she reached out to the EA High Performance team for advice. The EA High Performance Program (HP), which is solely funded by the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), supports identified riders with worldclass performance management and resources in their pursuit of podium success, and has a strong emphasis on athlete health and wellbeing. “I was in contact with Will (Enzinger) quite soon after the injury to let him know what was happening and he and Dr. Alison Alcock spoke to Chris Webb (EA High Performance Director),” Jess said. “Chris is well connected and with the whole HP team working together I was able to get the process started right away.” Following an MRI and further consultation with the doctors it was determined the injury had caused significant trauma and surgery would be required as soon as possible. “Once we began the process I found it a little overwhelming when trying to co-ordinate all aspects of the process especially in a timely manner,” she said. “I was very grateful for all the

Jess Rae and Rascal at the Australian International 3 Day Event. Photo credit: Australian Equestrian Team

help from Will, Alison and Chris as at that stage I had no idea how to proceed with any of this.” Following surgery, Jess has been able to refocus her goals and concentrate on the healing process. “I’ve been very fortunate to receive some funding for the physio that I need and Alison was able to find a great physio near to me who could help specifically with my injury,” she said. “She has worked at Olympic and Commonwealth Games so has a lot of experience with sports injuries and working with athletes. “I had quite a bit of time just sitting around in the first couple of weeks post surgery and I knew I was going to go crazy if I didn’t do something that I felt was productive. “The HP team sent me links to various online learning programs I could do. “I did quite a few of the short courses online through Athlete 365 and there are a range or courses to do from coaching,

sports psychology, injuries and business.” Throughout 2020 the EA High Performance Program has revitalised its content delivery and communication platforms incorporating virtual workshops, seminars, and team meetings. Not only has the digital modernisation meant an unprecedented level of engagement from athletes it has also assisted to bridge the gap between HP staff, coaches and the riders themselves during the time of social distancing. The HP Eventing Generation NEXT Squad in particular has utilised regular online sessions with a wide range of industry experts to provide training, veterinary, and practical advice. Eventing Pathways Manager, Will Enzinger, has driven this revolutionary new approach, which has already proved to benefit the riders both in and out of the saddle. As part of this new approach the riders have been given the unique opportunity to access the AIS online ‘Gold Medal Ready’ content, designed to educate

athletes about the importance of mental performance in competition, delivered by some of Australia’s best and most successful athletes. “The other thing I enjoyed was the Gold Medal Ready program,” Jess said. “I did the online learning part of this program and also listened to the podcasts. “It’s interesting and useful to hear how other elite athletes think and feel in the big moments of their careers. “The AIS were also running webinars as part of Mental Health Awareness month and I listened to some of these too. “Aside from this though, Dr Alcock and Will have been regularly checking in on me and I’m very grateful for their concern and support.” Jess remains optimistic and is progressing well in her recovery. She has returned to Bimbadeen Park and is hopeful she will be back in the saddle soon where if her determination through these trying times is anything to go by, she will be jumping to success in no time.

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Decide what is right for the horse By TANJA KRAUS

Today I put my stirrups up one. Today I put a 5/8 hackamore on Squizzy when I usually ride her in a 1/2 inch. Today I rode a green horse in a snaffle. It got me to thinking about our principals, rules and ideologies when it comes to our horses. When I was younger, there always seemed to be a 'prestige' that came with riding with a long stirrup. There seems to be an idea that the smaller the hackamore, the better the horse / or the rider. I personally don't start young horses in a snaffle - it's my personal preference. All of these things are ideological, and not particularly 'for the horse'. It's ok to have a set of principles that we base our approach to horses on, but, we must make decisions that are to help the horse, not to stroke our ego. I shortened my stirrups because I felt that I was reaching for them and causing unbalance. I put a larger hackamore on Squizzy as she was unbalanced in the canter work, and subsequently leaning on her usual hackamore. Would it be better to leave the small one on and allow her to develop the habit of leaning,

Horse owners must make decisions that are to help the horse, not to stroke your ego. or put a larger one on that guides her better? I rode the green horse in the snaffle because that's what she knows. She already lacks confidence under saddle so why change the headgear and give her something else to worry about? Have we 'gone backward' in our progress? No. Being able to decide what is right for the horse, and doing that despite your ego's needs that's the best progress of all.

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Interest sought for the EQ Coaching Advisory Group Equestrian Queensland (EQ) is currently seeking Expressions of Interest from eligible members for the EQ Coaching Advisory Group (CAG) to support the strategic direction and education of coaches through the EA accreditation pathway. The primary function of the Equestrian Queensland Coaching Advisory Group (CAG) is to act as a source of expert advice to the Equestrian Queensland (EQ) Board about matters relating to coach education, improvement and safety and horse welfare. This includes: Development - Identifying relevant development needs for both State and Nationally run courses. Quality Assurance Providing suggested improvements for the National coaching accreditation framework. Innovation - Providing advice about topics or new initiatives that will improve safety and standards and enhance the brand. Any other coaching related matters - As requested by the EQ Board. The objectives of the CAG are to: Bring a wide range of skills

Demonstrate the values of EQ ‘Welfare of the Horse & Member Safety, Fair Play, Accountability, Integrity and Respect’ through all interactions and act as an advocate for EQ.

and expertise to oversee and support the training and development of Equestrian Australia (EA) coaches in Queensland through advice and guidance Broad spectrum promotion of current EA Coaches Encourage accreditation as an EA Coach for all equestrian coaches and assist in maintaining currency of existing coaches Develop and improve EA Coach brand awareness. The Coach Advisory Group will work to: Promote standards of coaching that enhance the safety of riders and welfare of horses through the use of recognised training techniques. Make recommendations for coaching curriculum changes to EA through EQ with the objective of achieving consistent national coaching standards. Coordinate an annual coach-

Horses helping humans By SUE SPENCE When I started Horses Helping Humans (HHH) 16 years ago, I had no idea it would become an award-winning program and earn the reputation it has of being an outcome based Equine Intervention so popular with family and youth services and for my story to be published by Pan Macmillan. We have now had 1000s of students through the program with proven outcomes of helping change lives for the better. It was these outcomes, which led me to license HHH so the program would help those in other communities. Becoming a licensee means you actually become part of your local community as only one license is granted per area. eg ( HHH Gold Coast, HHH Sunshine Coast etc ) Helping you become a respected youth and family service within your government boundary lines assures the quality and outcomes delivered at a professional level are the same in every area. This assures that case workers and counsellors in all areas can confidently refer to HHH for communications intervention and assist them with opening the doors of communication with their challenging clients. This helps them immensely when applying for their own funding, as HHH is a known program for helping with re-

engagement back into school or study. Youth and family services, school chaplains or counsellors, mental health organisations, child protection, homeless youth, DV services and the Justice Dept refer the students we work with. The training covers extensive communication and body language techniques as well as requiring horsemanship ground skills to be of a high level. (The program is based on professional horsemanship, self-regulation and life skills which translate straight into everyday life situations.) The License includes full business set up, extensive hands-on individual training with me at HHH on the Gold Coast as well as me working with Licensees at their property with their horses. It also includes, me speaking at Licensees’ local Youth and Family interagency meetings to discuss outcomes and the referral system, I contact local council, MPs and training colleges, my attendance at the opening as I organise a media launch and offer ongoing support. Everything from invoice templates and advertising, referral forms, training manuals, videos, workbooks for youth workers, horsemanship, media releases upon opening, follow up and our annual conference is included. It is the most rewarding career and it is a blessing to be able to help so many make positive changes in their lives.

ing calendar of workshops and seminars including coaching updates for EA Coaches in Queensland utilising an open and transparent process to recruit appropriate people to deliver the sessions. Communicate with members and other stakeholders including through EQ. Incorporate ethical standards and good governance into daily activities. Ensure all risks to riders and horses are identified and managed appropriately. Ensure compliance with policies, laws and regulations. Promote an ongoing improvement of knowledge and expertise through the EA Coaching program. Incorporate the basics of sports science in all programs to enable a more in-depth approach to coaching through education opportunities.

To be eligible for a position on the EQ CAG individuals will be required to; Be a current financial membership of EQ. Be a current EA coach of any discipline with more than five years of experience at EA level one standard or above along with a demonstrated understanding of the current EA coaching pathway are required. Have an understanding of issues which impact on the development of the sport and coaching in Queensland, or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge (highly desirable). Work collaboratively as part of a team and work constructively with others who may have different idea and views. Maintain confidentiality. For more information visit https://www.qld.equestrian.org.au /news/expressions-interestsought-eq-coaching-advisorygroup-0 or email ceo@equestrianqld.com.au

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Self-certification of low-risk secondary cattle tick carriers now available From 14 December 2020, owners of low-risk secondary cattle tick carriers who meet the criteria for a Biosecurity Certificate exemption can self-certify their equines, goats, sheep and camelids when completing the cattle tick Record of Movement (ROM) form. To be eligible for a Biosecurity Certificate exemption, owners of low-risk secondary cattle tick carriers must successfully complete a biosecurity cattle tick education and training module. Livestock owners must then complete a ROM form and answer all questions under the self-certification tab before moving secondary carriers. The self-certification education and training module contains a series of questions, scenarios and videos educating owners of secondary carriers on NSW DPI approved inspection and treatment practices. The module is free to complete for all owners who apply up to 1 December 2021 and must be successfully completed before owners can self-certify. Once the module is complete and required inspections and treatments are performed, start a ROM form and answer the self-

certification questions. Start a ROM form by going to the link at https://biosecurity.transactcentral.com/Biosecurity/servlet/Sm artForm.html?formCode=cattletickrom All livestock treatments and inspections for primary cattle tick carriers and ineligible secondary carriers must be completed by a Queensland Accredited Certifier or a registered veterinarian, to obtain a Biosecurity Certificate or Veterinary Certificate at least 48 hours before entering NSW. Existing requirement to complete a ROM form still apply to all movements of primary and secondary cattle tick carriers moving into NSW. What is a low-risk secondary cattle tick carrier? The criteria for eligible low-risk movements are based on the level and length of contact between the moved animals and primary host carriers. This is determined at both the origin and destination locations, and the length of time spent in NSW. High-risk land is determined by

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pastures where animals are placed to graze near cattle either in NSW or Queensland at any time in the previous or following 12 months. Land that is completely free of pasture is not high-risk even if cattle may be on the land over the following 12 months. Destinations not meeting the conditions for high-risk land are determined low-risk. Further information about the low-risk movement declaration for secondary carriers can be found on the Biosecurity Certificate exemption for secondary carriers webpage. https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/animals-and-livestock/beef-

cattle/health-and-disease/parasitic-and-protozoaldiseases/ticks/biosecurity-certificate-exemption-for-secondary-carriers NSW DPI remains committed to working with livestock owners, industry and agricultural partners to prevent cattle tick outbreaks in NSW, with the aim of minimising the impact of cattle tick fever on the cattle industry. Livestock owners planning on moving animals into NSW should contact the office of the Cattle Tick Program by phone (07) 5536 4714, or by email: cattletick@dpi.nsw.gov.au

Cattle ticks can cause serious losses to industry CATTLE TICKS The cattle tick (Rhipecephalus [Boophilus]microplus or australis) is the most serious external parasite of cattle in Australia estimated by Meat and Livestock Australia to cost the industry over $160 million annually. Cattle ticks can transmit tick fever and, if uncontrolled, can cause serious losses to the beef and dairy industries. Stockowners and the NSW Government work together to control and eradicate cattle tick if it is detected in the state. The cattle tick should not be confused with two other ticks found on cattle in NSW: * bush tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) * paralysis tick (Ixodes holocyclus). EFFECTS OF CATTLE TICK Infested cattle lose condition because of ‘tick worry’ and loss of blood. Heavy infestations can kill calves and even adult cattle. Animals in poor condition are

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week, moult and turn into adults. 3. Adult females feed slowly for about a week, filling rapidly with blood at the end of that time. They then drop into the pasture, lay up to 3000 eggs, and die. Males feed occasionally and wander over the beast for two months or more, mating with females. Male ticks can move from one animal to another if in close contact. 4. Eggs hatch into larvae after 23 months, depending on the time of year. In warm moist conditions eggs can hatch in weeks. Eggs are much slower to hatch in cold and dry weather. IDENTIFYING CATTLE TICKS Cattle ticks must be distinguished from bush ticks and paralysis ticks. All three parasitic stages of the cattle tick may be present on infested cattle, but the easiest to identify is the adult stage. The colour of the legs is the main feature used to distinguish cattle ticks from bush or paralysis ticks.

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Australian Miniature Horses By LIANA WYNNE The Miniature Horse industry has expanded rapidly over the past 10 years throughout Australia. The enthusiasts vary in age groups from tiny tots right through to those in their 80s. There are numerous reasons why horse lovers purchase a miniature horse or pony. Some maybe unable to continue riding but still possess the love of the animal, lack of space, affordability especially in times of drought, safety issues or simply keen to try another discipline with equines in hand, performance or harness. There is a misconception in the equine circles where some people think that competitors become involved with miniatures as they can't â&#x20AC;&#x153;cut it in the large horse competitionsâ&#x20AC;? which could not be any further from the truth. There is a naivete especially regarding performance, as the training in this discipline is extensive. Many hours are devoted to groundwork at home. In competitions, the horse is not to be touched and only hand gestures and vocals can be used. Touching a horse is regarded as a penalty. Unlike a large horse you can ride and give aids, this is obviously not possible so other methods of training and practice have to be adapted. Imagine having to think outside the box with asking a horse to do an extended trot across the diagonal doing in-hand dressage? The bond between horse and handler is essential to be suc-

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cessful especially in performance and harness. The Australian Miniature Horse Society (AMHS) has recognised the popularity of the miniature equines and have catered for their needs by extending the height categories. The AMHS has opened their books to allow for horses of any breed between 42" up to 50" (12.2 hands at mature height). This height category is known as the Australian Show Horse Foundation (ASFR) and at least one parent must be registered with either AMHS/ASPA/AMPR or an approved Association/Society for resulting foal to be ASFR registered. A general description is of a sound, well-balanced horse, possessing the correct conformation characteristics required of most breeds. The Foundation Show horse should show refinement and femininity in the mare.

Boldness and masculinity in the stallion at the same time showing an impeccable temperament. The general impression should be one of symmetry, strength, agility and alertness. The AMHS caters for four separate height categories: Miniature Horse, Small Horse, Little Horse and Small Foundation Horse as well as Miniature Ponies and Small/Little Ponies.

As with their smaller counterparts, the Foundation Horse can be utilized in all disciplines from Halter, Performance and Harness. The Foundation Horse can comprise of a variety of breeds and is as versatile and capable in the showring as the smaller miniatures. By introducing breeds such as e.g. Arabs, Welsh, Riding Ponies and American Shetland etc and crossing them with miniature horses, it provides more scope for the breed. Depending on the cross, it could produce refinement with great movement and temperament with the added height. The Foundation Horse can also be used as a lead-line pony broadening its show capabilities. Being a reasonably new addition to AMHS, the Foundation Horse is beginning to be recognised throughout the industry for its versatility and wonderful breeding prospects. For anyone who is interested in registering a horse into the ASFR section, contact the Registrar at AMHS National Office at admin@amhs.com.au

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Bamborough Renegade Price: $ 4,000. Price Updated 12.2 hh Reg: Part Welsh, Riding Pony, SHC Chestnut Gelding YOB: 2010 Sire: Willowcroft Regal Tribute Dam: Willowcroft Royal Ballet Paddock name Will or William Will has basic education established, soft mouth, and flowy forward movements and responds well to voice/seat aids. Has experienced low level jumping grade 4-5, attended pony club rallies, trail riding, and cow mustering and has been shown as a newcomer and part welsh. Not a nasty bone in his body or dirty habits. Suitable to an experienced child, he would make a great second pony. He would be suitable to an allround home. He’s easy to clip, wash, stable, worm, trim his feet and paddocked/ floats by himself. Has been in the paddock last few years due to year 12 / fulltime work he is currently in moderate work and ready to find a new l family to love and grow with.

Argyl Masquerade Price: $ 13,500. 12.2 hh Reg: Riding Pony Bay Gelding YOB: 7 yrs Sire: Fernleigh Fine Print Dam: Argyl Secret Waltz Qualified for Southern Cross Spectacular in the Medium Pony class. Qualified for all 2020 Royal Shows. Phil is a delight to train and campaign and has 3 lovely paces with a floating trot and a lovely quiet nature. He is currently in show condition and is now ready for his next little rider to enjoy his success. Easy to trim, clip and show prep. Genuine reason for sale due to no small rider. Phil will be only sold to the best of homes. Phil is a mild windsucker controlled with a collar. Phil can be viewed at Barastoc and Southern Cross spectacular. Video available on request. Contact: Kylie Clifford Ph: 0438 672 225

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Alpine Park Prince Charming Price: $ 12,000. 11.3 hh Grey Gelding Reg: EA, SHC, RPSB Sire: Oakvale Serenade Dam: Bandeeka Cupid The difficult decision has been made to sell our lovely pony. Hokey was purchased for my then 6yo daughter as a leading rein pony-they then transitioned beautifully to riding independently and now all too quickly outgrown. Hokey has competed successfully at Grand National, National, Royal and Ag levels. This ripper little pony has proven his easy going temperament by carrying his rider around safely and also giving consistent workouts. He has easily qualified for Melb the last 3 years ridden solely by his little jockey and I can only assume that last season’s qualifications for 2020 will carry over to 2021 as a result of Covid 19. Hokey also enjoys Pony Club, jumping, swimming in the dam and riding around the farm. He isn't fazed by tractors, excavators, kangaroos, dogs, quad bikes or the kids kicking footballs over his head! He's happy to plod along or if the rider pushes him forward he can really move! A Mother's dream to do absolutely everything with and also perfectly trustworthy for little ones to handle independently-he's just so sweet. I'm very grateful to this pony as he's given my daughter the gift of joy and confidence. Only the best home is deserving of this special pony-sadly outgrown. Contact: Sonja Ph: 0427 851 401

WINSTON Price: $ 10,000. 13.3 hh Reg: REG EQ, SHC, WELSH, RP AND APSB Grey Gelding

Superstar hunter pony 6yrs 13.3hh hunter pony. Without a doubt one of the easiest ponies I have ever had the pleasure of showing...more often than not taken to shows after no work week prior and off the kids go! Doesn’t need work mum could lunge at home to keep fit solid pony with a huge safe gallop and brakes! Soft snaffle mouth and very easy to ride good to do anything with multi champ/supreme across the board loves to jump safe to ride up our quiet country roads and muster on clean straight legs vets check and bloods welcome outstanding pony very regretful sale to special home. Made to measure bridle and his saddle rugs etc. If required can offer short payment plan. Contact: Julie Ph: 0476 128 212

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It is with much sadness I have decided to sell my boy Ren. We have achieved so much together but now it is time to move on, he taught me so much I didn’t already know, he always lights your day with his cheeky nature, he loves a lot of attention either in the stable, day run or even when you’re riding. He can be Un-ridden for weeks taken to a show and bring home the champions. He is an absolute consistent winner with too many wins to list. He has 4 absolutely stunning paces with an extension to die for and look at me presence that gets him pulled out for first place every time. In 2019 on the central QLD to Northern QLD show run he competed in 14 ag shows to bring home 11 open champion pony hack wins and 3 reserve champion pony hack wins he also won 4 supreme champion hack of show and winning my supreme champion rider at most shows on him. He has even been used for my 3 year old brother’s rider class on lead line. He has taken me to the top at so many shows we have competed in and dressage tests always winning the 1st with a high score. He’s good to shoe, rug, float, etc. great traveller and good with rugs. only selling as I have outgrown him and would like to give another child the opportunity to own this little superstar.

A much loved pony of my eldest daughter. Alana has poured her heart and soul into this pony and we are so proud of all we have achieved with him over the last 5 years. He has taken her from a nervous beginner to a confident teenager and sadly she has well and truly outgrown him, now moving onto a bigger mount. Tommy has done the miles, competed at many Ag Shows, qualifying easily for royals each year, taken us to our first SHC Rising Star & HOTY, local show jumping clinics, dressage days, beach and pony club over the time we have owned him. Easy to catch, float, tie up, trim, clip etc. Tommy is a forward and big moving pony making him best suited to a confident and capable child looking for their next pony and best friend. Tommy has had a good break, is now being brought back into work and can be viewed in Adelaide between 20-24th January 2020. Comes with Show saddle, bridles and rugs. Genuine Enquiries Only.

Price: $ 12,000. Price Reduced 12.3 ¾ hh Reg: ARP, RP and Part Welsh Chestnut Gelding Sire: Rosebrook Rhythm N Blues Dam: Rosebrook Trinket

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Whistlejackets Presley Price: $ 7,900. Price Updated 12.3 hh Reg. Riding Pony | EA Brown Gelding Sire: Whistlejackets Braveheart Dam: Whistlejackets Apple Candy

AMAZING ALL ROUNDER PONY FOR SALE WHISTLEJACKETS PRESLEY - ELVIS Sad sale of our much loved pony, as child has outgrown. Elvis Has Successfully Competed In Showing, Interschool Dressage, Working Hunter, Show jumping and Pony Club. Enjoyed Beach Rides, Cross Country And Showing At A Royal Level. Suited To A Competent Junior Rider, Teen Or Small Adult. Elvis Is A Forward Moving Pony That Needs A Soft, But Confident Rider To Reach His Full Potential. He Is Responsive, Well-Schooled And Full Of Character & Personality. Easy To Catch, Float, Excellent Strong Feet, Doesn’t Need To Be Clipped (He Has A Beautiful Natural Glossy Skin). Up To Date With Teeth & Worming. Heaps of Video and Photos. Only Sold To The Very Best Of Homes. Contact: Danielle Kennedy Ph: 0414 396 369 Location: QLD - 4275

Price: $ 8,000. 12.2hh Reg: SHC | Welsh Cob Society Bay Gelding Sire: Dutton Lea Select Dam: Tibooburra Tinkerbelle

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Langtree Lazar Price: $ 15,000. 13.2 hh Reg: SHC, EA, RP, Part Welsh Chestnut Gelding Sire: Langtree Composer Dam: Langtree Like A Show Looking for a top quality child's show pony that you can also do some dressage, jumping or pony club with? Lazar is the absolute ultimate allrounder. He will do it all. Previously Lazar has competed and placed at Adelaide and Sydney royals, qualified and competed at Grand Nationals and was always at the top of the line up at shows. The last couple of years his rider has also ventured into show jumping and dressage so lazar has also competed and placed at the interschool nationals and pony club nationals. He was also the winner of the 2019 SA interschool leader board for primary dressage. Too many results to mention. Lazar is a beautiful pony to have around and a pleasure to do everything with. Easy in every way. He is a beautiful mover with lots of presence and well educated with a great mouth. Would make a fantastic rider class mount for a young rider. A very hard sale. Unfortunately his rider has well and truly outgrown. Comes with rugs, work bridle, Shelley Cole show bridle, false tail. Contact: Melissa Harding Ph: 0402 660 884

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Tempt Price: $ 15,000. 15.3 ¾ hh Reg: SHC & EA Chestnut Mare Sire: Choisir Dam: Deyarra Charlotte is a true child’s hack looking for her next loving home. With her eye catching presence, big movement and impeccable nature, Charlotte is an asset to any show stable. Charlotte is a pleasure to handle at shows and at home - she is quite literally a mother’s dream and would suit a child, beginner or intermediate rider wanting a competitive hack, inter schools or ARC mount. She can be led and handled without a halter, has jumped and been on trail rides. Requires no twitch for clipping. Easy to wash, shoe, clip, float etc. Although (due to COVID) she hasn’t been out recently, Charlotte is the type of horse that you can pull out of the paddock the week before a show. She has been there and done that and requires no to minimal work down. Due to extenuating personal circumstances Charlotte is not getting the attention she deserves, hence her sale. She is currently stabled under lights, in show condition and in light work. An extremely heartbreaking sale. All serious enquires via PM or phone. Quality show/home gear and rugs available by negotiation. Video Footage Link - https://youtu.be/i30mF4RejqU Contact: Kali Ph:0400 494 791

Montcalm Lottie Price: $ 10,000. 15.1 hh Reg: Australian Stock Horse Black/Brown Mare YOB: 2016 Sire: Silverthorn Shellac Dam: Montcalm Lucinda Gorgeous young mare with the world at her feet. Lottie has only been to 2 shows this year due to covid But has also attended clinics where she did some cattle work. Her beautiful front and big movement will make her an exceptional small hack, in either the open and/or stock horse ring and her calm temperament makes her a pleasure to do anything with and would make a true all rounder. A sad sale as she is truly part of the family. Contact: Kelly Graham Ph: 0427 663 559

Price: $ 20,000. 16.0 hh Bay Mare Sire: Prestige VDL Dam: Ritual/Falkland

A beautiful package for the discerning rider that combines serious performance blood lines, a compact frame, uphill front end and super mechanics through her paces. The highlight of these being her exceptional canter which after just a short time is showing real ability to collect and extend, a serious indicator of her potential for the higher levels. Currently training all of the Novice work with ease she has also started the lateral work and counter canter for Elementary with competition scors in the 70’s. Serious sport horses lines on both side of her pedigree; Prestige VDL a super Grand Prix competitor himself has yet again stamped this mare with his powerful uphill way of going, trainable nature and impressive front end. Her Dam Weemilay Park Alana was an FEI competitor herself and appears to have passed her talent for the collected work on! Only for sale due to owners change in circumstances, we believe she would be suited to a confident rider with experience riding young horses. Whilst not marey or difficult to ride, due to her sharp mind is not suited to a nervous rider. Video Footage Link - https://youtu.be/4uKrtAGkH7M Contact: Grace Kay Ph: 0434 483 702

Tahiti Price: $ 12,000. 16.2 hh Reg: TB | ANSA Black/Brown Gelding Sire: Edenworld (can) Dam: Snapwood (nz) Absolute top quality large hack at the start of his career that has it all ahead of him. He has an amazing level head on him and testimony to this is the fact that only 8wks after he finished racing he attended a 3wk show run bring home supreme leds, and numerous open hack wins allowing him to easily qualify for royals. He attended his first royal just 5 months OTT where he was highly placed in all his classes with very minimal work (30mins only on hack day). He then finished the year off placing top 10 @ QLD HOTY. This is a very serious young horse that has proven that he will go a very long way in the show world and has the brain to match. If you’re looking for a young educated ready to go horse that is very fuss free requires little work and can hold his own it top company then he ticks all the boxes. With his expressive movement would more than hold his own in the dressage area. He is a super easy ride and amazing on the ground to do anything with. He is also just as happy heading out for a trail ride in the bush and enjoys this almost as much as his feed. Would be suitable to a competent teenage rider and would excel as a rider class mount at his age & height would last them a long time. Video Footage Link - https://youtu.be/6sfMKYkNyzE Contact: Kirsty Mason Ph: 0410 894 349

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KURITCH has been specially formulated to help assist this problem effectively, in a number of ways: Firstly, it repels the biting insects using the combination of the natural repellent “Citronella Oil” and a highly effective repellent “DEET”. Secondly, it soothes the irritated areas thus relieving the horse from biting and rubbing, which in turn allows the normal healing process to begin. It achieves this by the inclusion of the natural antiseptic “Eucalyptus oil” and nd Camphor oil” which naturally relieves es itchy skin. These significant benefits are also so enhanced by the “Rain Resistant” and nd “Low irritant” formula. As it doesn’t n’t contain alcohol (prevalent in most fly sprays) it won’t “sting” the horse. It can an also be applied to surface wounds, s, minor cuts and skin abrasions to help lp prevent irritation and possible infecction by nuisance insects. Registered by the APVMA in Australia for over 40 years, extennsive field experience has proven en KURITCH to be a most effective ve solution for both preventing and nd healing distressing skin conditions ns caused by biting insects.

As well as KURITCH as a repellent, nt, so environmental management will also assist in protecting your horse.

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