Absolute Horse December 2014

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Julie Hayward riding Westfords Midnight Irish, team member of Westford Wranglers, second placed Novice Bogey team at the Essex & Suffolk Team Chase, 2nd November.

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NEWS BHS Bedfordshire & EAAA raise £7,000 Local retailer calls it a day 156 riders participated in the fourth sponsored ride in aid of BHS Bedfordshire and the East Anglian Air Ambulance service at Southill Park Estate, raising over £7,000 for the two charities.

As always, the ride generated lots of positive feedback from participants, most fulsome amongst them from member, Sue Rogers: “What a beautiful ride at Southill today, and the weather and temperature held too, calm no wind, lovely going. The Whitbread Estate is beautiful, the fields, the woods, the holly hedges and holly trees, we were admiring the variety of trees by the big lake too, and that lovely final canter up to the main house. Wonderful courteous riders around us throughout which made taking young horse Thomas out a pleasure. Thank you Ann and

all your helpers, the army cadets with parking, the cricket pavilion, etc.”

Laura Thompson (aged 13) won the prize for the horse or pony the starter would most like to take home with them – with Anoushka van Bloemenhoff (known as Annie), a Trekpaard or more commonly a Heavy Belgian Draft.

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Retirement forces the sale of the long-established equestrian retail business Ride n Drive on the Norfolk/Suffolk border.

Established for 50 years, the business caters for the complete needs of both horse, rider and driver and adjoins a busy livery yard. A sympathetically converted barn provides the perfect accommodation with plenty of car parking. Set over two floors, (2500 thousand square footage) the stock includes everything for the rider/driver from hats, back protectors, jodphurs, breeches, hunting, showing and hacking jackets, shirts, gloves and boots. There is also a range of country clothing. For the horse there is a full range of bridles, bits, reins, girths, stirrups and a stock of rugs for all seasons and weather.

Feed from recognised local suppliers and a substantial range of proprietary goods are held, together with all grooming and stable requirements.

For sale details contact the Proprietor, Eva Kemplay or Elizabeth Rivett on 01502 740771 or email eva.kemp@btconnect.com

Ipswich Horse Society fund raiser

BHS Welfare Day at AHT

CHARITY WARNS OF ATYPICAL MYOPATHY DISEASE A welfare day for BHS members was held at the Animal Heath Trust, Newmarket, on the 4th of October.

The day included speakers on Atypical Myopathy, Grass Sickness, Laminitis and equine Obesity. Lee Hacket, director of Equine Policy opened the day with a talk on the current welfare crisis and what the BHS welfare dept is doing to help.

Lee also talked about Faith, Hope and Charity, some of the latest casualties for the equine crisis.

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they would know what process would be followed and the difference between a MMR and a bone scan! BHS Member Martine Holden, had this to say about the event, “Many thanks for organising such an informative and interesting BHS welfare day at the Animal Health Trust. It was an excellent venue for this purpose and the speakers were all very knowledgeable and clear in the delivery of their particular subject.

They are all obviously passionate about their work and I thought the event offered a good mix of topical equine issues. The tour of the facility at the close of the day was also extremely interesting.”

A recent case of atypical myopathy in Norfolk has prompted Redwings to raise awareness of the dangers to grazed equines.

Atypical Myopathy (AM) is caused by the ingestion of the toxin hypoglycin-A commonly found in the seeds of sycamore trees, leading to the destruction of muscle tissue including the heart. It is thought that bacterial or fungal toxins prevalent in mild climates (autumn and spring) are additional attributing factors for AM. For horse owners seeking further advice on atypical myopathy, please call the Redwings welfare helpline on 01508 481008.

Members of The Ipswich Horse Society committee recently made a visit to the Dame Vera Lynn Trust to donate a cheque for £2,900 from money raised from their 2014 events.

Based at Sproughton near Ipswich, The Dame Vera Lynn Trust is a small school that works in partnership with families to educate young children with Cerebral Palsy and other motor learning difficulties. Chairman, Mike Bloomfield said, “We were so pleased to be able to support this school as the work they do is so inspiring and the staff so dedicated”.

Over the years the society has donated almost £100,000 to local charities and organisations and hopes to continue this fundraising for a few more years.

The committee would like to thank all the judges, sponsors and voluntary helpers who have been involved with their events over the years as without their support it would be difficult to run such events.

Reward those who rescue, rehabilitate and rehome horses Adele Rand enjoyed celebrating her birthday at the Forest Edge Halloween Show. The ghosts and skeletons did not put Issy Go off, and she had a great weekend. on Saturday she qualified for Blue Chip Championships Sapphire final in fourth place, followed by third place in the Fox Hunter and on Sunday she Won the Newcomers and came second in the Fox Hunter.

Petplan are conducting a nationwide search to find the UK’s top animal charities by calling upon animal lovers to recognise the tireless work of their favourite charity by nominating it, one of its employees or volunteers for a Petplan and ADCH Animal Charity Award. Nominations are open at www.petplanequine.co.uk/charitya wards.

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Essex Bridleways celebrates 35 years EBA Chair Julia Wilson cuts the 35th Anniversary cake

Essex Bridleways Association rounded off it's 35th Anniversary year with a celebratory birthday cake at their recent AGM. Committee member Lesley Gillman made the cake - a representation of the EBA logo.

After the formalities of the evening, the audience enjoyed an interesting talk by Mark Meter of Blaircourt Equine Veterinary Clinic before chatting to EBA Historic Researchers, Area Reps, Bridleway Development Officers and Simon Taylor, ECC PRoW Liaison & Enforcement Officer. www.essexbridleways.co.uk

October competition winners Countrywide: E Green, Essex. Frostline Boots: Jackie Pinner, Essex; Sharon Eade, Suffolk; Tina Cutting, Cambridge. Horslyx: Caroline Hamilton, Beds; Lisa Barrett, Norfolk; Maggie Crathern, Essex; Miss G Green, Essex; Roz Butterworth, Herts. Jack Murphy: Gaby Thurston, Suffolk; Jodi Skelton, Essex; M Cannon, Suffolk. Kensington Rug: Katie Clark, Suffolk.

Maxavita: Debbie Fisher, Kent; Jane Cornwell, Suffolk; Josie Simmons, Lincs; Kate Allum, Suffolk; Kerry McNab, Suffolk; Kerry Rogers, Essex; Mrs C Sheldrick, Essex; Phylis Pauley, Norfolk. Musto: Angela Hickey, Herts; Gabrielle Deed, Essex. Snuggy Hoods: Liz Buckley, Suffolk. Timothy Fox: Simone Money, Suffolk.

An evening of glitz and glamour saw The Kellythorpe Stud crowned Alltech Breeder of The Year at the Showing World Awards 2014.

Held at the East of England Showground, The Showing World Awards are an annual tradition that brings the curtain down on the showing season and gives the great and the good of the showing world the chance to let their hair down while recognising outstanding achievements.

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Local success at Showing World awards evening This was the second year in a row that The Kellythorpe Stud has been nominated in the category for Alltech Breeder of The Year.

Owner Lisha Leeman runs the stud based in Chelmsford, Essex with the help of her daughter Janay and the past year has seen their stock take a number of top accolades.

The Absorbine sponsored Groom of the Year Award at the Showing Council and Showing World Awards Dinner was split into two sections to recognise the valuable contribution of both professional and amateur grooms. Jo Jack, head groom for Essex-based top showing producer Katie Jerram took the professional groom of the year award and John Hinds from Durham won the amateur groom of the year award.

Jo (29) has worked for Katie Jerram for the past 10 years.

Jo Jack (left) receiving her award from Rachael Holdsworth of Absorbine.

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Hester Kemp: Got to put tack back correctly. I go slightly insane when the girth has been undone on the incorrect side and the martingale and reins have just been slung on the hook without being looped through the throat lash.

Clare Barclay: My list is endless; tidy yard no mess at all, clean horses, white Lydia Williams: Tack must be clean or legs even in winter, washed feed bowls it irritates me. rugs hung in order and colour. I could go on and on...

Jo Dunnett: Headcollars hung up.

Caroline Noble: Hoof pick is always put back where it lives.

Jo Cross: Each horse having their own colour buckets, haynets and bucket covers! Tricky is purple, Toad has red and Rodney blue!

Hayley Scott: Removing every little nugget of poo out of my shavings bed!

Helen Taylor: Making sure every piece of straw is swept and to leave a nice tidy bed with out a piece out of place.

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Stacey Lane: Straight wood chip bed, only for horse to walk straight in and trash it!

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ST R COMMENT WINNER Pauline Cambridge: My OCD is to rush to the tack shop at the beginning of the month to pick up my copy of Absolute Horse magazine!

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Wendy Risdale-Barrs: Level banks for bedding. Lucky socks, pants and breeches too.

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Kelly Gray: Growing up I used to be bad cleaning tack/ lovely straight Hannah Louise Chelton: Yard, stables bed/grooming until they gleam... now I and fields to be kept clean and tidy, poo think life's too short and so is daylight... picking, how my horses beds are done, just get on and ride! feet must be hosed off and picked out Heather Jones: My tack/feed room.... when come up from field, tack and boots must be kept clean and polished. everything has a clear plastic stacking box. Every box has a label on it Karen Fortt: Tidy muck heap!

Ali Bailey: Hair net at a competition!

Makes me mad seeing messy ponytails Louise Thompson: My husband is an flapping about! absolute OCD nutter when it comes to Heidi Sharp: It would have to be my poo picking the field; he won't even let lorry, the way it is packed, living for me me do it anymore unless I promise get and the lockers for my horses. They each have an overnight bag, with every tiny bit. everything packed and hung Angie Briggum: Set schedule for accordingly. feeding time.

Jenny Dorris Phipps: Being punctual at shows - nothing is more annoying when you work hard to get to the show and be ready on time for the judge and someone strolls up 10 mins late and walks into the class without apologising! Grrrr!

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explaining exactly what's inside even though it's a see through box and pretty obvious... every feed bin has a label as to what type of feed lurks inside; bridle racks and head collar racks all labelled with names - guess I'm a bit OCD with my label maker he he! But each to their own. Makes me happy sticking labels on everything - I call it being well organised.

Eleanor Laws: Quite funny that I am a very messy person, my bedroom is a mess as is my desk where I do my school work but my space at the stables is so tidy, can't stand mess or dirt! Also have to put my tack away correctly, saddle on stand with girth and sleeve and breastplate hung underneath then saddlecloth on top dirty side up.

Rachel Leek: Badly/wrongly fitted tack, elasticated girths done up on the wrong side, slip heads on the wrong side, flashes nosebands too low. Not dangerous or harmful but really annoying! That and manes on the right side, I’m never without a hairbrush in

Amy Bratt: Where do I start?... Haynet knot is next to the Haynet so in emergency the string easily slips out of the way... head collar always undone by throat clip and hung up with lead rope hanging the same way.... mares bed always brushed back to level line before I leave her at night as she will have kicked a bit out... kick bolt on and double double checked and have to go back to check it lol.

Cindy Boardman: I like to poo pick my fields everyday TWICE a day, love a nice clear paddock.

Molly Garn: Perfect amount of oil on my tack!

Joanne Craig: My lunge line is wrapped my way, all my friends have had lessons in how to do this if borrowed.

Sarah Pearson: I have to sweep back my horses shavings bed to the line of the next set of rubber matting and it has to be a straight line.

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INSURANCE Equine cover –

it’s horses for courses The cost of vets fees are among the greatest concerns facing horse owners according to a recent survey conducted by specialist equine insurance provider, Petplan Equine.

We know that despite our best efforts horses can and do fall victim to illness or injury so it’s not surprising many of us take out insurance to give us the peace of mind that we won’t have the added worry of how to pay the vet should the worst happen. However, when it comes to insurance it’s “horses for courses” so we’ve asked Charlotte Collyer, Senior Marketing

Executive of Petplan Equine, to provide an insight into what vets’ fees may or may not cover and the key questions to ask when researching your options.

Don’t go compare Horse insurance is not like other forms of insurance – like for like comparisons are difficult because every horse is different and so is every policy. The extent of cover you require, your horse’s age and state of health and the activity you do with him are among the factors that come into play when it comes to horse insurance.

A word from the vet Vets agree that many clients now go online to diagnose horse’s conditions – this can lead to misdiagnosis. In a recent survey conducted among horse owners by Petplan Equine just 3% of respondents claimed to take advantage of the free advice offered by their vets.

Petplan Equine’s veterinary expert, Gil Riley urges horse owners to contact their vets at the earliest sign of trouble. “Those with insurance tend not to hesitate to contact their vets because they don’t have the cost to consider.

But even if you don’t have insurance, calling your vet at the first sign of trouble is the best way to mitigate any escalation of expense. All vets offer free advice over the phone and of course, if the vet determines that he needs to see the horse, then the sooner treatment begins, the more likely the horse will make a swift and complete recovery.” This not only serves to keep costs down but it is better for the horse. “Prevention is always better than cure so make sure you know your horse, check him at least daily and ensure his environment and management regime are as good as they can be and you won’t need to call your vet as often”, he concludes.

For further information on horse insurance visit www.petplanequine.co.uk

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The policy provides the following covers: • Death, Theft and Straying of your horse – this is mandatory.

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Specialist knowledge Choosing a specialist equine insurer is highly recommended because they have the knowledge to accurately advise you on the best cover for you and your horse. If you have to make a claim specialist advisers are equipped to deal with your claim efficiently and swiftly so you’re not out of pocket.

Are you covered?

Choose an insurer that tailors your policy according to the activity you do with your horse so you only pay for the cover you need.

Find out if there is an age limit the insurer imposes. Some insurers place horses onto a veteran plan when they reach the age of around 15 or 16 at which point only vets’

fees associated with injury but not illness are covered. Other providers, like Petplan Equine, offer full cover up to age 25 as long as the horse is insured before it turns 20.

Check if there is a ceiling on the amount the insurer will pay for diagnostics.

Technological improvements and difficulty diagnosing some conditions may push diagnostic costs over this ceiling leaving you to make up the difference so choose an insurer that includes cost of diagnosis in its overall vets’ fees.

Finally, make sure that the policy covers complementary therapies such as chiropractic manipulation or nutraceuticals and be aware that most insurers require this to be recommended by a vet.

Tips for insuring your Tack Shop

By Angie Bailey The first thing that I would recommend when looking for Tack Shop Insurance is that you go to a Specialist Broker. This way they can go to the full market and you don’t have to ring all the Insurers yourself, they will get the best quote with one call.

Make sure that before you call, you know exactly what Sums Insured you require for your Stock and General Contents. The Stock needs to be insured for the purchase price to you, not what you are selling it at.

With regards to the General Contents this would be anything in the Shop other than Stock.

You must make sure that you have the correct sum insured, it is better to over insure slightly than under insure. If you had a fire and you were underinsured then insurers would only pay you a percentage of what you were insured for, this is called applying average.

The rest is plain sailing. Insurers will offer a Shop Package Policy which automatically includes Public and Employers Liability, Business Interruption, Goods in Transit, and Money cover. They will give a standard Limit for each section, so you don’t have to worry about setting it yourself. For example the Public Liability Limit of Indemnity would normally be £2m, this provides cover for members of the Public coming into your premises, if they injure themselves or damage their property.

The Employers Liability Limit would be a standard £10m this covers anyone working in the shop, whether they are a paid member of staff or a volunteer.

The insurers will expect you to have what they call minimum standards of security. Any opening windows must have key operated locks, and doors should have 5 lever mortice dead locks fitted. If you have a higher limit for Stock they will ask for an alarm, sometimes bells only, but mostly linked to a police station.

Please make sure you have the correct security required, as in the event of a claim if you don’t have what has been asked for it may prevent your claim from being paid.

For more information on the covers provided please visit www.firstequestrianinsurance.co.uk

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Freddie Parker, the equestrian inspired fashion and homeware brand have a strong customer base and advise readers to check delivery times before placing their orders as Sue Bryant, MD and Chief Designer explains: “We not only offer free post and packaging to UK and Ireland, but we despatch orders within 24 hours, even during busy times such as the lead up to Christmas. All our items are sent first class signed for, but always check the online store’s delivery method, just to make sure you have a way of tracking its delivery. We also have a Christmas Discount code XMAS15 offering 15% off and a free gift packaging for all orders in the lead up to Christmas to save you even more money, time and stress! www.freddieparker.com

Being a personal stylist and the company’s MD ensures that Alison NyeWarden of online retailer Dressage Deluxe has lots of great advice for anyone looking to shop on-line this festive season: “It’s all about planning before you log on!” she explains.

“Shopping on-line, certainly cuts out the queues and crowds, but you do need a plan and ideally a shopping list so you don’t get distracted or frustrated. Try and have an idea of what you want to buy and stick with that. Don’t get side tracked into buying items you like for you, because remember you are gift shopping for someone else! Do your homework and find out their sizes and favourite colours etc so that you make life easier for yourself. We offer a personal shopping service, which is free of charge, so you could even buy them vouchers and we can do the rest if you are really struggling!

“Ensure you shop with established on-line stores as it would be madness to type your credit card details in, before checking how long the company has been established. Make sure they have an advertised contact address and telephone number and don’t be afraid to verify with them that the item you require is in stock, as many retailers list items that they don’t actually have!

You wouldn’t walk into a shop, hand over your card then walk out without your goods, so why would you do that on-line and risk card theft? It is therefore, imperative to ascertain that they also have a secure payment system in place. Check what postal method they use (Courier/Royal Mail) and the latest delivery time before Christmas, to ensure that your gift arrives in plenty of time before the big day. Finally remember if an offer sounds too good to be true, it often is!” www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk

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“Firstly, safe shopping is key on the internet,” explains Rosalie Eustace MD and designer for tweed fashion brand Timothy Foxx.

“We take our internet security very seriously, but not all retailers have the same level of protection, so be careful where you shop before you key in any information. Also, if you are looking for a bespoke garment, make sure you check lead times with the company. Alongside our huge range of fashion, home and lifestyle items we also offer a few bespoke options, but these we don’t guarantee for Christmas day if you order two weeks before Christmas and I would be wary of any company that promised this – the product is either not bespoke or they will inevitably end up letting you down with delivery just before Christmas – not making for a very ‘happy’ Christmas for you or the recipient of the proposed present. Finally if you are stuck for Christmas gift ideas, ring the company for ideas. If they value your custom they should be more than happy to help and advise.” www.timothyfoxx.co.uk

Golly Galoshes are clever equine gaiters which can be used for hacking, schooling and training and Jean Hammond has some advice for keen shoppers: “If you are not sure about sizing, then do ring or email the company! We feature a simple sizing guide on our website, but not all retailers are as clear on this, so contact the company rather than guessing, especially where horse garments are concerned – remember returns have to be in a ‘re-saleable condition’ so if they have been worn or you have tried them on your wet or muddy horse, you are highly unlikely to get a full refund if the size is wrong. Also, if our Golly Galoshes are a gift for someone then make sure you let us know and we will gift wrap them FOC for you too!” www.gollygaloshes.com

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SHOPPING Chloe Bernard, Commercial Director for online retailer Shadow Horse has security advice: “Security is critical: Before entering credit card details or your Paypal password ensure you have a secure connection by looking for ‘https’ replacing the normal ‘http’ at the beginning of the page address, and for a lock symbol. We also advise against allowing sites to store your card details – even big retailers have had customers’ details hacked. Remember you have the right to return on-line purchases (exceptions include perishable and custom-made products) for a full refund up to 7 days after they are delivered. But do tell the seller of your intention in writing (e.g. by email) within the 7 days.

“And, it’s important to choose a retailer where you can be confident about their service ethic and integrity, and can be trusted to deal quickly and fairly with any problems you may have, and not to sell on your email address!” www.shadowhorse.co.uk

Han Van De Braak, MD of aloe vera equine supplement Aloeride recommends looking out for special offers to help save you money: “You would be surprised how many companies have special offers or even sales now in the lead up to Christmas, so take advantage of these to save money! We always run a Christmas promotion and this year is no exception, but if you are buying sale garments as presents, be aware that they may be non-returnable, so double check terms and conditions before making a purchase.” www.aloeride.co.uk

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GIFT GUIDE

Holidays are coming!

These sterling silver Lucky Horseshoe Studs make a great gift for any horse lover and, at just £20, they won’t break the bank.

The Hearts and Horseshoes Friendship Bracelet is available in four great colours and combines sterling silver with durable cord. RRP of £40. www.hihosilver.co.uk

Shetland Amara Children’s Half Chaps are ideal for day to day riding… and matching gloves are also available. RRP: £15.99. www.tuffaboots.com

For riders who want to be able to power their phone wherever they are there is the Sulan Battery Tag. Crafted with leather and designed like a luggage tag it can be easily hung from a saddle or from the belt of a rider. RRP: From £35 www.wowthem.com

Gorjuss and Carrots have come together to provide a collection of beautiful gifts and accessories, including the Gorjuss Keepsake Box, Gorjuss Picture Frame and Gorjuss Runaway A5 Notebook.

RRP: from £7.50. www.carrotsuk.com

The Jack Murphy Malvern Heritage Waterproof Jacket is windproof with intelligent features such as taped seams, cape and leg straps.

Available in: Navy, Amethyst, Olive, Blackberry, Chocolate, Chinchilla, Sienna, Royal Burgundy.

RRP: £75 www.jackmurphy.ie

Swarovski Crystal Studs just £14 and they come in a delicate organza bag ready for giving. www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk

The Carrots Fur Trim Country Boot Liner and Glove Set are the perfect accessories for finishing off any outdoor outfit. RRP: £30. www.carrotsuk.com

The Equetech Crystal Snaffle Belt is perfect for competition wear or teamed with jeans. RRP: £40.95 www.equetech.com This practical knocker is ideal for the house, tack room or saddlers shop and makes a perfect present. RRP: £16. www.abbeyengland.com

For stocking fillers or friendship gifts with meaning, the Timothy Foxx Tweed Message Hearts (RRP: £8.99) carry cute messages, styled in the brand’s signature tweed.

The Timothy Foxx Slogan Mugs (RRP: £9.50) make a bold statement over tea with ‘We do it in Tweed’. The Timothy Foxx Patchwork Tweed Scarf (RRP: £85) is lined in pure silk and features a checkered display of the finest Scottish tweeds. www.timothyfoxx.co.uk

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The Noblesse boots have been designed on the back of feedback from leading dressage riders, including World number one, Charlotte Dujardin. Prices start from £1,100. www.zebraproducts.co.uk

Eskadron Platinum Edition Fleece Exercise Bandages are made from a sumptuous fleece and trimmed with satin on the end. RRP: £25. www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk

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Luxury French fashion house, Hermès, has created a limited edition silk scarf for World Horse Welfare, to help raise money for its vital work in the UK and around the world. RRP: £310 and available to purchase from the Hermès’ online shop.

This smart Equi Master laced waterproof leather paddock boot is ideal for riding including endurance riding and perfect as yard boot for stable work.

RRP from: £93. www.equitector.com

The Capitol Down Coat is perfect for all manner of countryside pursuits, from riding, teaching, attending events and shows or walking the dogs. RRP: £219.99. www.ariat-europe.com

The Ariat cable knit Hat and Scarf Set provides the perfect accessory for keeping you toasty whilst enjoying a winter stroll or a day at the yard. RRP: £24.99 for the scarf. RRP: £19.99 for the hat. www.ariat-europe.com

Selfie Christmas cards and commemorative horsey mug from The Pony Club. RRP: From £4.95. shop.pcuk.org

The Design Your Own Browband is available in black with black or white lining and any number of crystals. Prices start from £42.50. www.katenegus.com

Leading Stabling Manufacturer, Scotts of Thrapston, is offering the chance to win a stylish accessory for your tack room this Christmas. A beautifully crafted saddle horse could be yours, manufactured to the utmost quality you would expect from a stabling company with their reputation. All you have to do is visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/scottsofthrapston to enter. However you can still purchase this great present for your yard online for £396 (excluding delivery).

Get your horsey fix over the festive season with ‘All The Queens Horses’ at The London New Year’s Day Parades! www.allthequeenshorses.co.uk Photo: Jo Monck

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ESSEX

GIFT GUIDE: RETAILER DIRECTORY Everything for the Horse & Rider

Battlesbridge Mills Horse & Country Shop

Happy Christmas to everyone, from the team at Battlesbridge Mills Horse and Country Shop Huge range of tack, accessories, stable supplies

Tel: 01268 560008 The Mills, Chelmsford Road, Battlesbridge, Essex SS11 8TR

www.horseandcountryshop.co.uk

Brooks Stables Hilltop Avenue, Vicarage Hill, Benfleet, Essex SS7 1PH Tel: 01268 753851

Dallance Farm Breach Barns Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 2AD Tel: 01992 713349 www.dallancefarm.co.uk

Equepet Unit 3, Anso Corner Farm, Hemstead, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 2NU Tel: 0845 5198868 Tel: 0845 5198868 www.equepet.com

Boones Farm Animal supplies, feed, bedding & equestrian supplies Halstead Road, High Garrett, Braintree, Essex CM7 5PB Tel: 01376 348882 www.boonesfarm.co.uk

WISHING OUR CUSTOMERS A VERY

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A

HAPPY NEW YEAR

We would like to wish all of our customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all at Broomfields Farm Coggeshall Road, Earls Colne, Colchester CO6 2JX

Tel: 01787 224358 www.broomfields-farm.co.uk

Direct Animal Feeds Gifts for all the family and pets Plus ‘Made for Charity’ cards and gifts by Maggie Cox Profits go to PDSA, Blue Cross, Guide Dogs For The Blind and North East Essex Horse Rescue Unit 3, Heath Farm, Cockaynes Lane, Alresford, Colchester, Essex CO7 8DA www.directanimalfeeds.com

Tel: 01206 827035

HORNSEA ANIMAL FEEDS

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Hornsea Farm, Bran End, Stebbing, Nr Dunmow, Essex CM6 3RU Tel: 01371 856999 www.hornseaanimalfeedsltd.co.uk Open Mon-Sat: 9am-6pm. Closed Sunday and Bank Holidays Find us on Facebook

Greenstead Animal Feeds Greenstead Farm, Greenstead Green, Halstead, Essex CO9 1QY Tel: 01787 475247 greenstead.animalfeeds@hotmail.co.uk

Poole Farm Feed Centre Poole Farm, Poole Street, Great Yeldham, Halstead, Essex CO9 4HP T: 01787 237542 www.poolefarm.co.uk

Wishing our customers a very

Happy Christmas and prosperous New Year!

Seasons greetings to all our customers!

Thorpe Tack Room High Street, Thorpe-Le-Soken, Essex CO16 0EA Tel: 01255 861583 Find us on facebook

Wishing our customers a Happy Christmas and New Year!

ALL ANIMALS LARGE AND SMALL CATERED FOR Clacton Road, Wix, Harwich, Essex CO11 2RU

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Priory Saddlery Ltd, Old House Lane, Straight Road, Boxted, Colchester, Essex CO4 5RF Tel: 01206 273730 www.priorysaddlery.co.uk

Eastwick Lodge, Harlow, Essex CM20 2QT Tel: 01279 423443 www.toptackroom.com

Upson Farm Shop & Country Store

Walk to Canter

Ivy Barns Farm, Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 2JH Tel: 01245 380274 www.upsonsfarm.co.uk

Hill Farm, Duck End, Stebbing, Dunmow, Essex CM6 3BS Tel: 01371 856655 www.walktocanter.com

W. H. Marriages & Sons

West Essex Saddlery

Parkway, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 7PX Tel: 01245 269663

Brittannia House, Arkesden Road, Clavering, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4QU Tel: 01799 551172 www.westessexsaddlery.co.uk

www.marriagefeeds.co.uk

W. H. Marriages & Sons Cowdray Centre, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex CO1 1BN Tel: 01206 544383 www.marriagefeeds.co.uk

Mugs RRP: £16, Freddie Parker Scarf RRP: £18, Freddie Parker Cheltenham Ladies Shirts in Candy Turquoise and Pink Stripe RRP: £65. www.freddieparker.com

SUFFOLK

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E AST A NGLIA’S P REMIER E QUINE F ACILITY

B OYTON HALL EQUINE CENTRE

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WA SS O of YS R ELLINGHAM

99 Yarmouth Road, Ellingham, Nr Bungay, Suffolk NR35 2PH Open: Mon-Fri: 8.30am - 6.00pm Sat: 9.00am - 5.00pm

The team at Boyton Hall wish all their customers a very

Happy Christmas Lindsey Road, Monks Eleigh, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 7BB

Tel: 01449 744482 www.bhec.co.uk

HAPPY HORSE SADDLERY & EQUINE LAUNDRY POTASH FARM, VALLEY FARM ROAD, MELTON, SUFFOLK IP12 1LJ

Wishing all my customers new and old a very

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Tel: 01394 388833 Find us on Facebook

Wishing all our customers a very Happy Christmas!

Tel: 01508 518400 www.crosswaysofellingham.co.uk

omers t s u c r g all ouold a very n i h s i W ew and n

Haptpmyas!

Chris

NORFOLK

www.dawnstackbox.co.uk

Horse & Garden The Thoroughfare, Halesworth, Suffolk IP19 8AP Tel: 01986 873484

Ride N Drive Equestrian Tinkers Lane, Henstead, Nr Beccles, Suffolk NR34 7LB Tel: 01502 740771

Carbrooke Gloves make a great gift for adults and children, for riding at home or competing. RRP: £8.99. www.tuffaboots.com

Suffolk Hay Company

Happy Christmas

www.longmelfordsaddlery.co.uk

Unit 14, Bunting Road, Moreton Hall, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 7BX Tel: 01284 718686

The

Saddlery & Clothing

Tel: 01787 378734 (Saddlery, Pet Foods & feed) Tel: 01787 372444 (Country Clothing & Accessories)

Charles Industrial Estate, Unit 2, Stowmarket IP14 5AH Tel: 01449 674881

KINGS OF SUFFOLK

GRANGE FARM BARN, HASKETON, WOODBRIDGE, SUFFOLK IP13 6HN 01473 738237 sales@kingsofsuffolk.co.uk www.kingsofsuffolk.co.uk

Long Melford

Come and see us in either store all leading brands stocked!

Happy Christmas to our customers!

Merry Christmas

to all our customers from Sarah, Liz and the team Mill Street, Stowupland, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 5BJ Tel: 01449 672225 www.millsaddlery.co.uk

A large selection of gifts for equestrain and country pursuits

Lindsey Road, Monks Eleigh, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 7BB

Wishing our customers a Very Happy Christmas Tel: 07940 837157 www.suffolkhay.co.uk

Wishing all our customers a

Merry Christmas!

Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

The Granery, Clarks Farm, Staithe Road, Martham, Norfolk NR29 4PT www.broadlandcountrysports.co.uk

Tel: 01493 748924

Wishing all our customers a very Happy Christmas and New Year Clipbush Business Park, Fakenham NR21 8SW Tel: 01328 851351 www.gjlaninmalfeeds.co.uk

We stock everything for your horse - from feed, tack, and wormers, to supplements and supplies. We run a loyalty card scheme so please ask in store for more details.

We also offer a delivery service for all your hay, straw, bedding and all other requirements

Norwich Road, Swardeston, Norwich, Norfolk NR14 8DN Tel: 01508 570104 Brand new e-commerce website with click & collect:

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NORFOLK

GIFT GUIDE: RETAILER DIRECTORY Wroxham Saddlery

Bintree Road, Foulsham, Dereham, Norfolk NR20 5RL

Tel: 01362 683383 www.sandonssaddlery.com

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to all our customers Animal Care Trust handmade wooden horse magnet on presentation tag. RRP: £3.49 www.rvc.ac.uk

Xmas open times: Open as usual apart from Xmas eve 9-1, Xmas Day/Boxing Day closed. New Years Eve 9-1, New Years Day - closed

Alan’s Ark & Ark Equestrian

GOLDING FEEDS & NURSERY LTD

Crow Hall Farm, Northfield Road, Soham, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5UF Tel: 01353 722833

For all of your Pet, Animal and Garden requirements

www.alansarkcambridgeshire.co.uk facebook.com/AlansArkShops

Alan’s Ark & Ark Equestrian

Equisense Springfield Farm, Silsoe Road, Maulden, Beds MK45 2AX Tel: 01525 841253 www.equisense.co.uk

Bedmax and Littlemax Shavings all now in stock Large range of horse food available including top brands Hay and Straw available for delivery

New Shardelowes Farm, Balsham Road, Fulbourn, Cambridge CB21 5DA Tel: 01223 882161

Wishing our customers a very

Shiny Wellies available in Navy, Ruby and Chocolate. RRP: £29.49. www.harryhall.co.uk

Happy Christmas!

Make sure the HG600, half bale hay steamer, is top of the Christmas List! www.haygain.com

Hall Road, Outwell, Wisbech, Cambs PE14 8PE

Tel: 01945 772802 e: taglodge@aol.com

The Back on Track Mesh Rug is sturdy, yet airy with breathable qualities and is covered in a thin layer of Welltex ceramic fabric.

RRP: £185. www.backontrack.com

Yeeha Equestrian Grooming Bag features pretty polka dots and a contrasting blue and pink colour scheme to make sure your grooming kit stands out in the tack room! RRP: £15. www.carrotsuk.com

These Majyk Tendon and Hind Jump Boots RRP: from £35. This Silver Crown Bridle with Comporta comfort headpiece and flash US noseband in Nut with White Stitching has an RRP of £164. (Without Reins) www.shadowhorse.co.uk

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Sestriere Core is filled with insulating goose down and has a windproof and water repellent outer layer, plus detachable hood. RRP:£254.99 www.arkaequipe.com

HV Polo Savilla Sweater 6 colours to choose from, full zip, Faux fur Collar. RRP: £62.

Iceway body warmer in burgundy Lightweight and duck down to stay warm this winter.

RRP: £42.50 Gladwells Pet & Country Store Rayleigh

Packed with Likit goodies for your horse or pony, the Likit Selection Box also includes cut-out characters, a game and an exclusive competition code that can be entered online.

The brightly coloured box contains 100g packs of Likit Snaks in both Apple and Cinnamon and Mint and Eucalyptus flavours, plus three Likit Treat Bars. www.likit.co.uk RRP: £5.99.

The Try-Pak is a pack of three travel sized bottles of Absorbine’s leading products.RRP: £9.99. www.absorbine.co.uk

BEDFORDSHIRE

88 High Street, Marsham, Norwich, Norfolk NR10 5QG Tel: 01263 734422 www.northwalshamsaddlery.co.uk

CAMBS

Church Road, Hoveton, Norfolk NR12 8UG Tel: 01603 783995 www.wroxhamsaddlery.co.uk

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Toggi Shelburne welly boot liners are made from cosy anti-pill fleece for added comfort for hard working feet, Toggi’s gorgeous Shelburne fleece welly boot liners have a gorgeous faux fur trim that is styled to stand out this Christmas.

Price from: £17.50 www.toggi.com

Champion Evolution Couture features genuine Swarovski crystals and a striking synthetic crocodile skin finish, for a high impact look you will love and your friends will admire. Retails from £137.50 - £164.95 depending on size. www.championhats.co.uk

LeMieux Turn Out Boots are contoured to fit the lower leg.

Strengthened waterproof guard covers back of pastern. Easy to hose off or machine wash. RRP: £28.50 per pair LeMieux Dressage Schooling Boots are highly protective all round boots that are contoured and strike proof. Ideal for schooling and general work but especially dressage work involving more intense lateral work.

RRP: £39.95 www.horsehealth.co.uk

St Moritz Crocodile Brushing Boots with luxurious soft fleece lining and kaux crocodile leather outer. RRP: £36.50. www.lemieuxprod ucts.com

This Ameila Fur Lined Hooded Top comes in smart Navy with embroidered logo on the chest and faux fur lining throughout the body and hood. RRP: £69. www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk

LeMieux Patent Leather & Lambskin Over Reach Boots are complemented by a beautifully soft Merino lambskin collar. Lined with a extra smooth neoprene.

RRP: £39.95 LeMieux Polo Bandages fleece for support and protection ideal for schooling and general use. Colour match pads available. RRP £9.95 per pair. www.horsehealth.co.uk

New for this season and just in time for Christmas is this Childéric DSC Dressage Saddle with baby blue trim, which ticks all these boxes and more! RRP: £3,200 www.childericsaddles.co.uk

The Horsey Ball is a robust and entertaining toy that dispenses treats or feed to keep horses, or even dogs, amused for hours.

RRP: £15.99. www.abbeyengland.com

Thess Faux Fur Boot Liners have been designed to help keep your lower legs and feet warm with their cozy fleece design and your boots looking fashionable with their generous faux fur topper.

RRP: £21.50. www.equetech.com

FINISH YOUR FESTIVE SHOPPING AT OLYMPIA Whether you’re looking for those essential stocking fillers for the kids, a present for your partner or a treat for yourself, the 250 shops at Olympia, The London International Horse Show - which takes place on 16th-22nd December - has everything you need for all your festive shopping.

The equine world’s annual Christmas party returns once again to the Olympia Exhibition Hall, London showcasing the very best horsemanship from around the world. Now in its 43rd year in its present format, Olympia is the only show in the UK that holds three World Cup equestrian competitions and boasts the largest shopping village on the indoor circuit.

Olympia Horse Show visitors can enjoy a unique atmospheric shopping experience, browsing around the famous Shopping Village which consists of a variety of select boutiques and ‘non high-street’ shops offering an exclusive variety of gifts and crafts for those looking to purchase an extra special something.

Not only might you spot a bargain for your beloved, you may also see some of the sports stars walking around the village doing a little Christmas shopping themselves, including London 2012 Gold Medallist and World Champion Charlotte Dujardin; “The shopping village at Olympia is fantastic for us. We go there in between competing and get all our Christmas shopping done - I especially like finding unusual and crazy gifts for my friends!”

LeMieux Prosport suede dressage squares are designed for the active horse, offering style, durability and maximum fabric performance. RRP £38.95 www.horsehealth.co.uk ABSOLUTE HORSE DECEMBER 2014 17

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Vetwatch OPHTHALMOLOGY– Eyelid lacerations Cuts to the upper and lower eyelids vary greatly in severity and often result when a horse reacts to a sudden noise while browsing in a hedge, or turns suddenly when startled. Cuts can involve only the skin of the lids, or may penetrate deeply through all layers of tissue, causing extensive damage. Some injuries may involve actual loss of tissue, making reconstruction difficult. Any laceration that involves the leading edge of the eyelid will need careful surgical reconstruction (Figure 1).

Failure to repair the edge of the eyelid can lead to future problems with tear film distribution on the eye surface, resulting in damage to the eyeball, with the potential for loss of vision. Whilst eyelid lacerations almost always bleed profusely, the presence of a good blood supply in the area is a reflection of the excellent healing capacity of those tissues. Prompt assessment and surgical repair where appropriate, carries a good prognosis. Reconstruction can be undertaken under sedation, using local anaesthesia or occasionally, when particular care may be needed, a short general anaesthetic might be recommended by the surgeon (Figures 2 and 3).

Figure 1

From an evolutionary perspective, all equines are prey animals and, as such, their sight has evolved to provide an almost panoramic field of vision, in part by positioning the eyes high up on the head in a prominent position. One consequence of this is that they become particularly vulnerable to trauma and injury. Combined with the widespread presence of fencing, hedging and all manner of protruding objects in the immediate environment where horses are commonly kept, dealing with ocular injuries is a common activity in equine veterinary practice.

All eye injuries should be considered as an emergency and should be assessed and treated promptly by a veterinary surgeon. This article covers some of the more common types of injury to the eyeball and associated structures surrounding the eye.

Fractures to the orbit Deep lacerations, often associated with blunt trauma from a kick or impact with a solid object such as a metal wall ring, may result in damage to the bone arch which serves to protect the eye (Figure 4).

Fractures may not initially be obvious, but are often associated with considerable soft tissue swelling and pain (Figure 5). Further investigation using a combination of X-rays and ultrasound may be necessary to confirm or rule out a fracture.

Treatment may involve repair of any associated lacerations, along with either removal of small bone fragments or possibly reconstruction of the bone arch using wire braces to hold the bones in position while a callus forms. Open wounds with fractures can require extensive treatment as fracture site healing may be delayed or complicated by the presence of infection (Figure 6).

Corneal injuries

Eyelid lacerations often bleed profusely, but damage to the actual eyeball is relatively uncommon.

Figure 2

Large flaps of skin often result from injury, requiring careful reconstruction.

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The cornea is the smooth, curved surface of the eye ball, which when healthy is transparent, allowing the passage of light to Figure 3

A short general anaesthetic is often helpful to allow accurate repair of the eyelid, ensuring normal eyelid function.

Figure 4

Deep lacerations around the eye can involve fractures of the boney bridge that protects the soft tissues.

Figure 5

Figure 6

Surgical removal of fracture fragments under general anaesthetic may be necessary, followed by reconstruction of the wound.

the eye can still occur through the eyelids.

Generally speaking, patients with corneal injuries will become light sensitive and hold the eye partially or fully closed. They will initially have a watery discharge which can become thicker and infected within a day or two. The cornea will also rapidly become cloudy and may appear to develop a blue tinge.

Assessment of corneal damage normally involves applying a stain to the surface.

This adheres to areas of damage Marked swelling around the eye often develops immediately, revealing the presence and rapidly, particularly where fractures have occurred. extent of any ulceration (Figure 7).

Commonly, these are linear in the case of scratches such as with brambles, roughly the retina. Any damage to the surface of the circular with more blunt impact or abrasive eye is immediately very painful and has the trauma, or they may be small dots with potential to lead to blindness if treatment is penetrating injuries. Corneal ulcers vary in delayed. the level of care required. Some small, Common injuries include scratches, shallow ulcers may require little more than abrasions, lacerations and puncture antibiotic ointment or drops along with wounds, all resulting from either sharp or pain relief, while more extensive and deeper blunt trauma. Despite having a rapid blink ulcers may need hospitalisation and reflex and strong ocular muscles, damage to intensive care in an effort to preserve the

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BROOKE EQUINE CLINIC

Bungay Road, Brooke, Norfolk NR15 1DX Tel: 01508 558 228 www.chapelfieldvets.co.uk

EYE INJURIES

By Chris Lehrbach BVMS MVM Cert ES (Orth) MRCVS

special piece of equipment known as an ocular lavage kit placed on the eye, through the eyelid (Figure 10).

The soft silicon tubing is inserted through the eyelid and braided into the mane and forelock, allowing drugs to be administered as frequently as necessary, without the need to touch the area. The equipment is well tolerated by the patient and can remain in place for a week or more.

Trauma to the internal structures of the eye Sharp penetrating injuries or blunt trauma can both result in inflammation, structural damage and/or infection involving the internal tissues of the eye. These injuries are not always associated with visible damage to the external, superficial structures already described, but can result in an acutely painful eye with a very real potential for blindness.

Assessment of superficial structures will also be carried out, as already described. Visual examination of the internal tissues is dependent on there being no corneal CONTINUED OVER PAGE

Figure 7 Corneal ulcers can be readily seen when special stain is applied to the eye, as the green stain only sticks to the damaged area.

Figure 8

Figure 9

Figure 10

Special lavage tubing allows frequent treatments to be given without the need to repeatedly handle a sore eye.

The area of white scar tissue is visible where the conjunctival graft was attached, allowing healing of a deep ulcer.

This patient has just had a contact lens fitted, covering the whole cornea protecting the ulcer while it heals. The ulcer stain can still be seen on the eye.

patient’s sight.

Some ulcers may require surgery, involving the suturing of a graft of the conjunctiva (pink fleshy part around the eyeball) to the cornea, around the ulcer. This graft not only protects the ulcer but enables healing with the good blood supply from the conjunctiva (Figure 8). Other ulcers may be protected using a large soft contact lens which horses tolerate well (Figure 9). Corneal ulcers can lead to and be associated with inflammation and infection of the deeper structures of the eye, a condition called uveitis, which will be discussed later.

Ensuring reliable drug therapy In order to ensure therapeutic levels of drugs reach the surface of the eye, many products need to be applied frequently, sometimes hourly. Drugs often used are antibiotics, anti fungals and plasma (taken from a sample of the patient's blood). Even the most compliant patient will eventually resent having a painful eye being repeatedly manipulated during the application of drops or ointment.

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Vetwatch What makes Figure 11

Figure 13

Local anaesthetic is often injected around the nerves supplying the eyelids to facilitate examination of a painful eye.

Trauma to the internal structures of the eye often results in internal bleeding and resultant uveitis, a serious condition that can lead to blindness.

cloudiness. If the internal tissues can be seen, then the veterinary surgeon will use an ophthalmoscope to look at the iris, pupil, lens, retina and the two chambers for signs of damage or inflammation.

Sedation will normally be required to examine a painful eye, and local anaesthetic applied onto the eye or injected locally around the nerves may also be used to facilitate the examination (Figure 11). The patient may also be treated with drugs that dilate the pupil, to allow for a more thorough examination. If the injury has resulted in cloudiness of the cornea then ultrasound examination may be necessary to visualise the internal tissues.

Blunt trauma to the eye results in the sudden release of energy within the tissues, leading to tearing or rupture of tissues with resultant bleeding. Retinal detachment is once particular consequence of blunt trauma. This can be detected on ultrasound, Figure 12

immediate hospitalisation, for further investigation and intensive care in an effort to maximise the possibility of preserving their sight.

Uveitis This is a relatively common condition in horses involving inflammation of the iris; the iris is a muscle that regulates how much light enters the eye. Uveitis can result from any trauma to the eye itself (Figure 13), or can develop in horses where their own body attacks the cells of the iris – we call this an autoimmune disease. Horses with the autoimmune disease have recurrent attacks of uveitis. These are not only painful for the horse but can often progress to glaucoma, loss of vision, and can affect both eyes.

Uveitis is manageable with drops and antiinflammatories in feed, but for horses with recurrent episodes (equine recurrent uveitis or moon blindness) then a tiny antiinflammatory implant can be surgically implanted just under the surface of the eye.

This implant can be placed under a short general anaesthetic and it reduces attacks and lasts for years.

Summary

This ultrasound examination revealed a detached retina, seen as the white wavy line floating freely within the middle of the black fluid in the back of the eye ball.

and if extensive would result in blindness (Figure 12).

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Eye injury and trauma are common conditions, many requiring first aid and relatively straightforward treatment. Some injuries require more intensive medical management necessitating hospitalisation and the temporary insertion of special flush tubes into the eyelid. Surgical intervention is needed for certain injuries to ensure continued eye function.

Irrespective of the diagnosis and resultant treatment plan, all eye injuries should be considered potentially serious and immediate veterinary attention should be sought to determine the severity of the injury, allow prompt treatment and maximise the chance of maintaining normal eye function.

For many horse owners their vet is the fourth emergency service and having a trusted source of advice and help for the times when their horse is sick or injured is as important as having a valued and respected family doctor.

But what makes one vet better than another and how does a good vet become a great vet?

Certainly it is not just veterinary knowledge - just as we expect doctors to know how to diagnose and treat any ailment it is a given for horse owners that a vet will be able to do the same for their animal. In a recent poll by Petplan Equine, a leading UK specialist equine insurance provider, showed that many vets themselves understand that their clients need more than expert care for their animals. When asked to rate the following five qualities in order of importance scientific knowledge, interpersonal skills, commitment, patience, compassion – almost two thirds of vets polled chose interpersonal skills and compassion as the most important compared to just over one third who felt that scientific knowledge was the most important quality in a vet.

It is easy to assume that people become doctors because they want to help people and vets because they love animals.

Compassion is an important quality for both but this has to be tempered by a professionalism that ensures clear thinking at all times. Vets often have to make the hard decision to end an animal’s life - balancing the desire to heal with the need to prevent suffering - and the lifespan of animals compared to humans means that vets inevitably have to deal with grieving clients on a regular basis.

A visit from the vet can be as traumatic for some owners as taking a sick child to the doctor and vets sometimes have to spend more time reassuring the owner than the patient. Taking the time to explain both diagnosis and treatment clearly to an owner can make all the difference and by making sure that the owner fully understands the problem this helps to ensure that the animal receives the care it requires.

The annual Petplan Veterinary Awards recognise the work of vet practices throughout the UK and the nominations from grateful clients highlight the qualities that are most appreciated and

Who can do what in your horse’s mouth?

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has issued guidance to horse owners to help them understand the rules surrounding equine dental care.

Type “equine dentist” into any internet

search engine and you are likely to get a plethora of information and a wide range of horse dental care providers. Despite this vast array of accessible material there is still misunderstanding amongst horse owners over who can do what in a

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a great vet? the ways in which some vets and their teams ‘go the extra mile’ to help and care for the animals they treat.

Hector Low, Petplan Vet of the Year for 2014, has run a veterinary practice on the Isle of Lewis in the Hebrides for more than 25 years looking after a wide range of animals from small pets to horses and farm animals. The numerous nominations he received were unanimous in their appreciation, not only of his skill, but more importantly, of his commitment to his work and his compassion for the animals under his care and their owners.

Among the comments were: “His care is kind and compassionate and he treats all animals in the same way, whether a small cat or large horse”; “his love of animals is evident from the first time you meet him and he is equally caring towards the owners”; “he goes beyond being the vet his compassionate nature has helped many an owner through the tough times and after.”

At times of stress a calm presence is vital and can make all the difference to a sick or injured animal and their owner. Another of the tributes to Hector Low commented that “he is the most conscientious, hard working,

thorough and helpful vet I have ever come across”; “Mr Low frequently goes above and beyond the call of duty and even though the surgery is always very busy (to my knowledge the surgery serves the whole island) he always has time for the animals and owner, never making you feel rushed.”

Being a vet requires a 24/7 commitment to the job that goes way beyond normal working hours and a good night’s sleep is for many vets a luxury. Weddings, family parties, birthdays, Christmas Day and even holidays are often disturbed by emergency calls and it is the ‘beyond the call of duty’ actions that make a vet special. Hampshire vet Jade Lowe was nominated for Vet of the Year by one of her grateful clients whose horse she managed to save.

“Our horse was found submerged up to her head in a drainage ditch. Jade was with us within ten minutes of our call; she reached the ditch and without hesitating she climbed in and reassured our horse Ghost that everything would be ok. For the next nine hours she fought tooth and nail to save Ghost, covered in the most revolting green slime and mud. We were all soaking wet and frozen with cold and she kept us

horse’s mouth. To help protect the health and safety of horses and the legal status of those all involved, the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has a section devoted to equine dental care on their website http://www.beva.org.uk/usefulinfo/CareersinEquineHealth/DentalTechnician including a document on current regulations for dental procedures.

It’s important for horse owners to recognise that all diagnostic and treatment procedures in the horse’s mouth (i.e. recognising and rectifying abnormalities) are Acts of Veterinary Surgery under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966.

The removal of small dental overgrowths and sharp enamel points with hand rasps is considered to be routine care rather than diagnosis/treatment and can legally be carried out by anyone.

However there are some procedures that, despite being Acts of Veterinary Surgery under the law, may be delegated safely to “suitably qualified” Equine Dental Technicians (EDT) without compromising the horse’s welfare and safety.

These procedures (termed Category 2 procedures) are as follows: • Examination, evaluation and recording of dental abnormalities • The removal of loose teeth or dental fragments with negligible periodontal attachments • The removal of erupted, non-displaced wolf teeth in the upper or lower jaw under direct and continuous veterinary supervision • Palliative rasping of fractured and adjacent teeth • The use of motorised dental instruments where these are used to reduce overgrowths and remove sharp enamel points only. Horses should be sedated unless it is deemed safe to undertake any proposed procedure without sedation, with full informed consent of the owner.

Suitably qualified EDTs are those who have a “Defra approved” qualification – having either passed the rigorous BEVA/BVDA

going, made the firemen smile even encouraging them to be model drip holders whilst we tried to give Ghost fluids. Even though she was exhausted she came back that evening without being asked because she cared; that visit was the one which saved Ghost’s life as by now she was in toxic shock syndrome. Jade’s kindness and caring attitude saved our little horse.”

Like any medical professional being a vet is more than a career it is a vocation.

Qualifications and scientific knowledge may

be important but the best vets are also part psychologist and counsellor, with more than a dash of Dr Doolittle thrown in for good measure.

Does your vet or a member of their practice deserve to be recognised for their dedication, skill or commitment? You can nominate your vet, veterinary nurse, practice manager or veterinary practice team for an award by visiting the Petplan Equine website. For further information go to: http://www.petplanequine.co.uk/vetawards

examination or the Worldwide Association of Equine Dentistry (WWAED) examination. No other qualifications are currently recognised by the UK authorities.

Vicki Nicholls, equine vet at Wright and Morten in Cheshire, chair of BEVA Council’s Paraprofessional Committee and member of the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians (BAEDT) said: “It’s scary that so many horse owners don’t recognise the health, welfare and legal risks they are taking if they don’t know the status of the person carrying out dental procedures on their horse; getting it wrong might not only result in pain and poor performance for the horse but could also put the owner on the wrong side of the law.”

• Asking your dental care provider whether or not they are allowed to do whatever needs doing in your horse’s mouth (and checking with your vet if in doubt)

BEVA recommends that, if you are a horse owner, you should safeguard your horse (and yourself) by: • Asking your dental care provider whether or not they have passed the BEVA/BVDA exam or the WWAED exam (or checking online that they are full members of the BAEDT or WWAED).

• Asking what continuing dental education your dental care provider has done in the last couple of years.

• Checking that your dental care provider has third party and professional indemnity insurance in case anything goes wrong.

The number of vets taking the BEVA/BVDA exam in equine dentistry has increased in recent years with about 15% of those who have passed the exam being vets. This is indicative of the growing awareness, amongst owners and vets, of the importance of dental health. Recently both certificate and diploma level postgraduate qualifications in equine dentistry have become available for veterinary surgeons with increasing numbers enrolling and achieving these very high level specialist qualifications.

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Anatomy of the mouth and bitting pressure points BITTING EXPERTS TRICIA NASSAU-WILLIAMS AND ABBEY ENGLAND DISCUSS THE ANATOMY OF THE MOUTH AND THE PRESSURE POINTS OF BITTING...

Naturally there is a lot more to being a skilled rider than just enthusiasm, determination and daring, we need to understand our horses. If we are aware of their conformation and individual requirements, also their movement and performance ability, then we can command them from a more logical and empathetic viewpoint.

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With a skilled rider, a horse that is using himself to his full potential will be working from the power box that is his hind quarters, rounding his back, becoming lighter in front with flexion in his neck and head, enabling a working contact with the rider. Having appreciated this, the points upon which the bridle and bit work can be looked at more closely.

Mouth conformation and care Does your horse have a long fine mouth with narrow bars or a short “full” mouth with thick lips and broad bars? Is his tongue slim or full causing it to bulge outwards through his teeth? Where is his chin groove in relation to the corners of his mouth?

Does he have a dished face and how low is his palate? Get used to routinely looking at his mouth both with and without bit/bridle so that you can apply this information to your bitting selection.

Horses should have their mouth and teeth inspected professionally at least every twelve months so that issues such as sharp edges etc can be avoided before they become problems. A horse will not be happily bitted if he is uncomfortable in his mouth.

Signs of discomfort include: • Not accepting the contact • Head tossing or tongue over the bit • Stiffness and resistance • Change in temperament • Dropping or quidding food The Seven bitting pressure points Direct Pressure - Four within the horse’s mouth: Lips / Tongue / Bars / Roof of the mouth Indirect Pressure - Three upon the horse’s head via the bit through the bridle: The Poll / Nose / Chin Groove Pressure on the horse’s poll will encourage

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WINTER PREPARATIONS Caring for a horse is a huge commitment, not only financially but with your time too. We have experienced quite a mild autumn so far but harsh winter days and nights will soon be here so it’s best to be prepared.

him to lower his head. Pressure on the nose will encourage his head inwards.

The Chin Groove - pressure acts to bring the head down and inwards (flexion).

The Roof of the mouth thankfully is little used today. A Curb bit with a high Port (centre) places pressure as the bit tilts forward with rein contact, causing the horse to lift his head up sharply.

The Lips, tongue and bars will have pressure placed upon them by all bits but the pressures will vary depending on the mouthpiece design.

Whatever bit you decide to use, study it carefully to see its action as the rein contact is taken up. Ask yourself how the mechanics of the bit work and upon which of the seven pressure points it will act? From this you can understand what likely reaction to it the horse will have, also which family of bitting it belongs to.

A bit and bridle are communication tools and successful communication is about listening more than asking. So try and be observant of how your horse is performing. If he shows signs of resistance or evasion he is telling you that all is not well. Try to find the cause of this rather than just fitting more complex tack.

For more information please contact Abbey England on 01565 650343 or visit www.ridingbitz.com or www.abbeyengland.com.

This horse can cope with the elements as he is well rugged and have supplementary feed.

Care of the older horse Caring for an older horse can be more challenging in the winter months and extra attention should be given to monitoring their condition. They may need stabling for longer periods during the harshest weather so ensure the stable is well-ventilated and not compromising their respiratory health.

Nutrition As the grass quality starts to reduce and becomes less readily available, make sure your horse has access to supplementary forage such as hay or haylage. Fibre is the main source of energy for a horse to keep warm as the process of digesting forage produces a lot of heat. Do make sure you keep the balance right, though, and do not overfeed. It is important you keep an eye on your horse’s condition throughout the winter months – it is as easy to overfeed as it is to underfeed during this period! A vitamin and mineral supplement may also be beneficial as the nutritional level of the grass starts to reduce. If in doubt, seek professional advice to help tailor the best diet for your horse. As the temperatures start to drop below freezing, remember to keep a close eye on your horse’s water supply and break any surface ice that has developed.

Braving the elements Horses generally grow a long, thick coat for the winter and produce natural oils that will keep it waterproof. Native breeds or cob types have adapted well to our elements and generally will cope being turned out without the need for rugs. Do not overgroom horses if they are not wearing a rug as this may strip the coat of the natural oils and reduce its waterproofing abilities. Other breeds like the Thoroughbred or Arab, clipped horses or older horses may require rugs for additional warmth. Always remove rugs at least once a day to check for sores or rubs, sweating and to enable you to monitor your horse’s weight and condition.

However hardy your breed of horse it is strongly recommended to provide a shelter, which is of benefit in both summer and winter. Hedges and trees will provide a natural shelter, but a sturdy, professionally built shelter will work just as well.

Pasture Management Wet weather brings a risk of fields becoming poached. Hardcore may be needed if gateways or water access points become very muddy. Moving water troughs or buckets periodically will help to reduce field damage. Rotate grazing or designate a field specifically for winter turnout, ideally one that drains well. Turnout may need to be restricted during the most severe winter months to prevent excessive poaching and

health problems such as mud fever.

Keep an eye on any water pipes supplying troughs. Make sure they are well insulated to protect against freezing and potential rupture.

Case of the winter blues?

As tempting as it is to stay indoors during the winter months, daily checks on your horse are all the more important at this time of year. If you do find you need extra motivation to get you through the short days and the dark nights, keep your favourite summer photo of you and your horse in your tack locker or feed room and start planning ahead for warmer days.

Before you know it spring will be here again!

This pony is well adapted to cope with cold weather as it is in good condition, has a thick coat and shelter (hedge). Hay was also provided.

If you would like further information on winter care or any horse health issues, download free advice guides from http://www.bhs.org.uk/welfare-andcare/free-leaflets or call the BHS Welfare team on 02476 840517.

To join The British Horse Society or make a donation to support their vital work to improve horse welfare, visit bhs.org.uk.

Q: Why would you want a ramp-less trailer?

In short – because it’s safer and more horse-friendly.

When you walk your horse up to a Fautras Provan Premium to load, his head is already in the inviting environment, meaning he is committed before his feet even get a chance to think for themselves! Because this sort of loading is based on the horse’s natural movement, he’ll enter the trailer and can be quickly and safely secured in place with the help of the load-aid system – simply pull a leaver which is located near the breast bar and the breach bar closes automatically behind the horse.

Travel-related accidents almost always happen during loading and unloading - with the ramp causing many injuries. With no ramp to contend with, these accidents can’t happen.

Losing the weight of the ramp, coupled with the innovative materials used to make the trailer, means that it’s the lightest on the market at only 750kg’s unladen – no need for a thirsty 4x4!

Not only is it the safest and most stylish trailer on the market, it’s also the comfiest – with independent suspension on every wheel making it a joy for your horse to travel in, and effort-less for you to tow.

We’re not used to ramp-less alternatives in the UK; but then again we’ve never been able to get trailers like this before. www.horsetrailerworld.co.uk

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Treat Street

WE ALL LIKE TO REWARD OUR HORSES WITH TREATS FOR GOOD BEHAVIOUR, BUT CAN YOU GIVE THEM TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING?

By Jane Buchan of Baileys Horse Feeds

What’s in them?

There is a plethora of specially formulated and packaged treats for horses but do we ever stop to think what’s in them? Most contain the sort of natural ingredients commonly found in mixes and cubes and those chosen will depend to a certain extent on how the treat is manufactured.

Many are simply very large cubes or pellets but some are extruded and have a light crunchy texture, whilst some are baked.

Due to their textures, horses may have preferences for certain types of treats as each gives them a different feel in the mouth, which they may or may not enjoy.

High Fibre Most will be based on widely used natural fibre sources, like oatfeed and/or wheatfeed – both by-products of the human milling industry – which will be flavoured with a variety of extras to give them their tempting smell and taste. Mint is a particular favourite with spearmint having a more subtle flavour and aroma than peppermint. Other commonly used herbs include rosemary, thyme and fenugreek, all of which have their own distinctive aromas, whilst others, like marjoram, are less pungent.

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Spillers Treats are chunky bite-size pellets made from the finest ingredients. Available in 1kg bags they make the perfect stocking filler for your horse or pony this Christmas. www.spillers-feeds.com

Ultimate Treats are a tasty, healthy treat made from 100% natural ingredients and include coconut and flaxseed which provide a good source of vital Omega 3 6 and 9. RRP £6.50. www.kmeliteproducts.co.uk

Tastylyx treats can be used to alleviate boredom during long periods of stabling reducing the onset of stable vices.

RRP: £2.95 www.nettexequine.com

Herbs and Spices Herbs and flavours are generally only included to make the treats smell and taste delicious. The use of herbs for their health benefits is another subject but, if it is the motivation for their inclusion in a treat, feeding rates should be consulted. Some treats contain added vitamins and minerals and should be fed at recommended rates, alongside forage, to help provide a nutritionally balanced diet. There are even treats with other additives designed to support healthy joints and hoof growth; these would again need feeding according to directions to help optimise any potential benefits.

Sweet Tooth Of course, many of us choose other things to feeds as treats, like carrots, apples and human sweets, generally mints! Fruit and veg are natural sources of fibre and some vitamins and, like mints, also contain sugar. Luckily, this doesn’t cause problems with tooth decay as it might in humans, due to the fact that horses produce so much saliva when eating and wash any food residues away. Horses do have a sweet tooth, because grass contains a high proportion of sugar, and sugar lumps have long been given as a reward although they do have a tendency to go a bit sticky in the pocket!

Calories Whilst many treats will be formulated to provide lower levels of starch or sugar, in comparison to mixes or cubes, most will provide some calories. Of course, everything is relative and a handful of treats per day will provide negligible levels of these nutrients but, for horses whose intake of these needs controlling, like those prone to laminitis, every little may count!

Ensuring the overall diet is balanced is important for the well-being of any horse and is even more important for those who may be compromised by any underlying issues. Always consult with a vet and/or nutritionist, if this is the case.

Moderation The rights and wrongs of feeding treats, from a training and behaviour point of view, is up to the individual but, as most treats are designed to smell good, if you’ve got them in your pocket, the horse is likely to sniff them out! Nutritionally, as we’ve discussed, they’re unlikely to cause particular upsets provided they are fed as they should be, in small quantities.

For more information call Baileys Horse Feeds on 01371 850247 or visit www.baileyshorsefeeds.co.uk.

Minty Horse Treats are low in sugar and cereal-grain free so they won’t cause any problems or ‘fizz’. RRP: £6 for1.8kg tub. www.equerryhorsefeeds.com

Carrot Mash is a healthy treat for your horse or pony containing real carrots on a very palatable high fibre base, ideal for using on those cold winter days. www.rowenbarbary.co.uk

Dr D’s tasty treats has no cereal grains, no added sugar, no GMO and no artificial anything just simply packed with 100% natural ingredients.

RRP £7.98 for 2 x 300g tubes plus P&P. www.drdstastytreats.com

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Ad-lib

Ad libitum (abbreviated to ad-lib) is Latin for ‘at one's pleasure.’ This term is frequently used in equine nutrition with respect to the amount of forage (grass, hay, haylage and chop) which is made available to a horse. Horses have evolved to trickle feed forage throughout the majority of the day and night. Most horses and ponies (except perhaps those who are overweight) should receive ad-lib forage, this little and often consumption suits both their digestive system and their mental health. When referring to hay/haylage given to a stabled horse overnight, this is defined as a bird’s nest amount of hay/haylage remaining in the morning.

Supplied by TopSpec’s Multiple Award Winning Helpline 01845 565030.

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Concentrate Feed

In the wild horses eat a huge array of different fresh forages, including different types of grass, leaves and herbs, ensuring they consume sufficient levels of essential daily nutrients.

In contrast the domestic horse often has limited access to a variety of fresh forages meaning they cannot get all of their important nutrients, especially vitamins and minerals, from forage alone.

Concentrate feeds are designed to provide the horse with these important vitamin and minerals that are essential for optimal health and wellbeing as well as quality protein and additional energy (calories) to support the additional strains placed on the working horse.

Prepared by Rachel O’Sullivan BSc (Hons) Nutrition Advisor, Saracen Horse Feeds Ltd.

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EU Beta-Carotene

Grass and other green, leafy forages are rich in beta-carotene which they use for photosynthesis. Beta-carotene is water soluble and is converted in the liver to vitamin A. HorseHage contains higher levels of water soluble micronutrients such as beta-carotene and B vitamins, due to its higher moisture levels compared to hay. Levels in HorseHage should remain reasonably constant for the next 12 months (after the initial losses during the six to eight weeks fermentation) as we know that the moisture level in the bale does not change much over this time frame. In contrast, the levels of water soluble micronutrients in hay deteriorate quite rapidly as it dries and the levels drop very low after a few weeks of storage.

Supplied by HorseHage 01803 527257.

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NEED HELP DECIPHERING THE DIFFERENT NUTRITIONAL AND FEED TERMS? THEN READ ON...

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Digestible Fibre

Digestibility is the amount of a feedstuff that is not excreted in the faeces and so is absorbed by the horse.

Major nutrients are broken down by enzymes and their derivatives (e.g. sugars, amino acids) are absorbed in the small intestine. By definition fibre can only be broken down by microbial fermentation and this mainly takes place in the hindgut. However as the end products are absorbed this too can be defined as digestible. The microbial breakdown of fibre into absorbable volatile fatty acids is dependent on physical contact, the fibre make-up and the time available for fermentation. These variables will dictate the digestibility of the fibre.

Provided by Dr Tom Shurlock for British Horse Feeds

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A probiotic yeast is fundamental in a high quality feed balancer and it is a probiotic’s ability to increase the nutrient yield from fibre that helps to encourage improvement in body condition. There are several strains of yeast licenced by the EU and these vary in terms of their effectiveness and price. Remember that a high number of yeast cells declared on the label doesn’t necessarily mean that the product will perform better than one with a lower number - it’s all about the effectiveness of the particular yeast strain.

With a feed balancer you really do get what you pay for. Blue Chip use the most effective EU probiotic and the level of this probiotic that is included in Blue Chip Original and Blue Chip Pro has been proven to double the digestibility of fibre in the diet in independent trials at Hartpury College, this means your horse or pony will get twice as much ‘goodness’ out of the fibre in their diet.

Supplied by Blue Chip Feed Ltd www.bluechipfeed.com

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When it comes to deciding which oil you should be feeding your horse, it is important to remember that all oils have the same amount of energy and it is their ratio of essential fatty acids, Omega-3 and 6, which separates them.

Omega-3 is a natural anti-inflammatory, helping to reduce pain and inflammation in the horses’ body. Linseed oil is almost 60% pure Omega-3 fatty acids and is one of the richest plant based sources of Omega-3. Conversely, Omega-6 fatty acids are essential for immune function and tissue repair within the horses’ body; soya oils are a rich source of Omega-6 which is almost 50% Omega-6. Omega-3 and Omega-6 work synergistically within the horses’ body and it is important to select a feed balancer which contains both of these essential fatty acids in the correct ratio. Blue Chip use a combination of Soya oil which is high in Omega 6 and Linseed oil which is high in Omega 3 for optimum efficiency to the horse in all of their balancers.

Supplied by Blue Chip Feed Ltd www.bluechipfeed.com

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Gut Pathogens

The gastrointestinal tract of a horse is populated with microflora, made up mainly of various beneficial bacteria. A healthy population of beneficial bacteria minimises the growth of pathogenic (‘disease-causing’) bacteria, e.g. salmonella spp, clostridium spp. Signs of infection can include intestinal inflammation; profuse, watery diarrhoea and colic.

Risk periods can include lack of fibre in the diet, sudden changes in the diet and antibiotic treatment; or stress e.g. weaning.

Ingredients such as Mannan Oligosaccharides (MOS) can help with the elimination of pathogenic bacteria, removing them from the gut, leaving the beneficial bacteria free to multiply.

Supplied by TopSpec’s Multiple Award Winning Helpline 01845 565030.

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An important measure of a horse feed’s value is its energy content often expressed as Digestible energy (DE) measured in Megajoules per Kg, which refers to the amount of energy in the diet that is digested by the horse. The main sources of energy in the diet are starch, fat, protein, and fibre which should all be used in the

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Insulin Response

Insulin is a very important hormone that is responsible for ensuring that, after eating, glucose is taken from the bloodstream into the muscle cells to be used or stored. During digestion the food your horse has eaten is broken down into its simplest form, glucose, and this is absorbed from the digestive system into the bloodstream. This elevated level of blood glucose triggers the release of the hormone insulin, which moves the sugar from the blood and into the muscles. Once here the glucose is either used for work, or it is stored for future use as glycogen.

One problem facing many of our horses and ponies today is insulin resistance. This is

when the muscle cells no longer recognise insulin and the glucose is left circulating in the blood. The body’s method of combating this is to release more and more insulin to move the glucose into the cells but this causes other problems, which can eventually lead to metabolic issues such as laminitis. To help combat insulin resistance aim to feed a concentrate ration that minimises large peaks in blood glucose levels after eating, such as cereal-free feeds with low starch levels, i.e. Saracen ShapeUp. Prepared by Rachel O’Sullivan BSc (Hons) Nutrition Advisor, Saracen Horse Feeds.

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The Jockey Club and FEI describe a prohibited substance as a substance originating externally whether or not it is endogenous to the horse and which is contained in the list of prohibited substances. The British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) has introduced a scheme designed to reduce the risk of naturally occurring prohibited substances (NOPS) in equine feeds. The BETA NOPS code of practice, running alongside the AIC Universal Feed Assurance Scheme (UFAS) helps reduce the risk of accidental contamination of feeds and their ingredients, helping to reduce the risk of disqualification from Naturally Occurring Prohibited Substances in feed.

Prepared by Rowen Barbary Feeds www.rowenbarbary.co.uk

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Kilogram

In the UK horses are usually weighed in kilograms (kg).

Knowing how much your horse or pony weighs is important when it comes to worming or administrating any form of medication. It is also essential to monitor any weight loss or gain and as a guide to help you determine how much feed to provide your horse or pony on a daily basis. If your horse or pony is in ideal body condition aim to feed approx. 2% of their bodyweight in total per day this equates to 10kg (dry weight) for a 500kg horse.

Provided by Clare Barfoot RNutr Spillers

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Low in Starch

Most of the energy contained in grains, such as corn and oats is starch, a non-structural carbohydrate. During digestion, starch is processed to produce glucose, a simple type of sugar, providing a sudden burst of quick release energy. This is important for some horses in physically hard work, but can make others fizzy, excitable and difficult to handle. Additionally, starch can ferment in a horse’s hindgut if not fully digested, altering the PH balance and potentially leading to digestive upset. So, a low starch diet is beneficial for many equines, including those that are out of work, easily excitable, obese, prone to laminitis or have a history of digestive disorders. In such cases, it is better to select a low starch diet, instead feeding higher levels of fibre and oils, to provided the necessary energy, but in a slow release form, promoting digestive health and an even temperament. Chestnut Horse Feeds Alpha Easy is a palatable blend of high fibre pellets and alfalfa and is low in starch and sugars, ideally suited to equines out of work or those at risk of laminitis. The combination of low starch and high fibre releases energy slowly, helping to promote an even temperament.

Supplied by www.chestnuthorsefeeds.co.uk

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Micronization

Infra-red rays, given off by heated ceramic plates can penetrate a food material and immediately vaporise the inherent water into steam. This form of cooking – from inside out – has a number of effects. It gelatinises starch, driving water into the starch expanding it and opening up the bonds between the glucose molecules for easier access to enzymes. It slightly denatures protein with the same result. It ruptures the cell walls surrounding cells, again improving enzymatic access and it solubilises fibre.

As microbial fermentation depends on physical contact with its food both these latter result in greater fibre degradability. Micronization achieves this at far lower temperatures than conventional cooking and so preserves nutritional integrity.

Provided by Dr Tom Shurlock for British Horse Feeds

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Nucleotides

Nucleotides are the building blocks for DNA and RNA and have many health benefits to the horse.

Nucleotides increase the length and surface area of intestinal villi. Villi line the intestines and are responsible for absorbing the nutrients, vitamins and minerals from the food that the horse consumes, increasing the length and surface area of the villi means that more nutrients are absorbed from the food. Nucleotides also improve the production of red blood cells, this means that more oxygen can be transported around the body, improving levels of fitness and stamina and reducing the onset of fatigue and the level of lactic acid produced. Nucleotides also help increase the rate of replication of immune cells, thereby improving the horse’s immune system, helping them to fight viral and bacterial infections.

Supplied by Blue Chip Feed Ltd www.bluechipfeed.com

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A few trace-elements (minerals required in only small amounts) which horses require are available in a chelated form.

That is they are organic and bound to amino acids or peptides (short chains of amino acids) or yeast. Those minerals are copper, zinc, manganese and selenium.

Iron is also available in a chelated form, though it is hard to justify its use, as horses recycle iron with great efficiency and there is currently more concern about iron toxicity through oversupplementation than any risk of deficiency.

Chelated minerals have been demonstrated to be more available to the horse however, the differences found are not huge and may not be cost-effective.

Supplied by TopSpec’s Multiple Award Winning Helpline 01845 565030.

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Protein is made up of chains of amino-acids which are essential for growth and repair of tissue, muscles and bone. Some of these amino-acids are more important than others, so choose a good quality protein source that provides them in sufficient amounts, rather than opting for poorer protein sources in larger amounts. Lysine is one of the most important amino acids and is vital to the young, growing horse. The Alfalfa variety of HorseHage contains higher levels of protein compared to grass forages and has the optimum balance of amino-acids, including lysine.

Supplied by HorseHage 01803 527257.

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Quality Scores

Animalife, the creators of Vetrofen and Vetroflex, have introduced Vetrogard Intense to their range of high performance supplements.

The dual action, nutritional formulation has been designed to support gastric health and comfort. Studies have shown that horses fed Vetrogard have improved appetite, condition and faecal quality scores.

Call 0845 365 0050 to find your local Animalife Accredited Retailer or order online at www.animalife.co.uk

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Your horse’s ration is made up of all the elements of its diet including the concentrate feed, the forage and any supplements your horse may have on a daily basis. The most important part of any horse’s ration is the forage and when formulating a ration an equine nutritionist will first address the amount of forage you should be feeding.

Horses are trickle feeders and are designed to eat on an almost continual basis. This constant flow of forage through the digestive system helps prevent digestive issues, such as colic and ulcers, as well as behavioural issues such as wood chewing, weaving and crib biting. In your horse’s ration forage comes from grass, hay, haylage, and to a lesser extent chaff and fibre sources in the hard feed.

Aim to feed your horse forage on an ad-lib basis, but if this is not possible never feed below 1.5% of forage on a daily basis, i.e. a 500kg horse should consume a minimum of 7.5kg of forage per day. Once the forage element of the ration is addressed the nutritionist will then address the concentrate element of the ration, ensuring this ‘tops up’ the vitamins, minerals, quality protein and energy (calories) that may be lacking from forage alone.

Prepared by Rachel O’Sullivan BSc (Hons) Nutrition Advisor, Saracen Horse Feeds Ltd

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Soluble Fibre

Fibre is made up of many different types and combinations of sugars joined by a beta linkage. Animal enzymes cannot break these bonds, only some microbes, protozoa and fungi. These combinations give us rigid structural fibre, such as cellulose and hemicellulose and more fluid fibre that provides the ‘glue’ between the structures.

They include short chain fibres (oligosaccharides), pectins, mucilages etc. Their characteristic is the ability to disassociate from the cell wall matrix and form emulsions and solutions with the gut contents. As microbial breakdown depends on physical contact, a soluble fibre can surround it and so is very rapidly fermented.

Provided by Dr Tom Shurlock for British Horse Feeds www.britishhorsefeeds.com

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NUTRITION

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Horses are naturally trickle feeders, meaning that the digestive system needs a continuous supply of small amounts of food, preferably fibre, to help support a healthy digestive system. For this reason it is advisable to enable your horse to trickle feed on forage by offering ad lib hay or haylage whilst stabled to help satisfy the psychological need to chew and mirror the natural grazing patterns. In addition, chewing produces saliva, which helps to maintain healthy pH levels in the gut.

By allowing horses to carry out natural behaviour in the stable, you can help reduce boredom and stress. Horslyx is an ideal solution to balancing the nutrient deficiencies in forage and the palatable lick is designed to be consumed as and when the horse requires it.

To find out more about Horslyx visit www.horslyx.co.uk or call 01697 332 592.

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Water-Soluble Carbohydrates

Water-soluble carbohydrates are made up of compounds that are soluble in water and therefore soluble in the gastrointestinal contents. They include monosaccharides (glucose, fructose and galactose); disaccharides (sucrose); oligosaccharides and some polysaccharides (including fructans) or in simple terms – ‘sugars’.

Grass (particularly in the spring time) and forages, provide the highest levels of water soluble carbohydrates in the horse’s diet and should be restricted for horses and ponies in light work, laminitics or those that put weight on easily. Contrary to popular belief, HorseHage bagged-forage contains less sugar than most hays due to its unique fermentation, and the High Fibre and Timothy varieties can be safely fed to laminitics as part of a controlled feed programme.

Supplied by HorseHage 01803 527257.

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Knowledge of the species and types of yeast most suitable for horses has come on in leaps and bounds over the last decade. Old fashioned products, like brewer’s yeast are comparatively ineffective.

It is preferable to use pure, protected yeasts, which can survive the process of pelleting and the acidity within the stomach and small intestine. They survive these in order to reach the neutral hindgut where their action is required. Yeasts work by enhancing the activity of cellulolytic (fibre-digesting) bacteria in the hind-gut and therefore allow improved utilisation of a horse’s diet. Their mode of action is to scavenge oxygen, which is poisonous to cellulolytic bacteria, even in tiny amounts.

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UFAS

The Universal Feeds Assurance Scheme (UFAS), designed the Naturally Occurring Prohibited Substances (NOPS) code for the manufacturers of compound feeds, as well as the providers of straights and raw materials. A NOPS substance is one that is either naturally present within certain ingredients or occurs as a result of inadvertent cross-contamination during processing. UFAS and BETA have developed the code to evaluate the risk of a NOPS contamination during every step of sourcing, storing, transporting and manufacturing a product, to provide feeds and supplements free Vitamins a of prohibited substances. This is also aligned re o required in rganic compounds th with the International FEI rules for at are usu good healt the diet in tiny amo a ll y competition, on a no threshold policy for unts to m h. The ma ainta in vit soluble vit amins such amins are split betw in naturally occurring substances that could een fat as A,D,E ones such as the B gro ,K and water soluble affect performance, with the risk of competitors up and vit Provided amin losing prizes, placings and earnings if not

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Zinc is just one of the nutrients required to maintain healthy hooves in horses. We are all familiar with the age-old proverb “no foot, no horse” and in the modern day this still stands. Good hoof care is essential for the development of hoof growth, horn health and in order to maintain soundness in your horse. Alongside correct farriery, the quality of nutrition our horses receive has a huge impact on their hooves. A diet lacking in vital vitamins, minerals and trace elemens can lead to poor and slow growth rate, hoof cracks and general reduced performance.

Every Horslyx contains a comprehensive nutrient package including Biotin - which helps strengthen hooves; Methionine - a major building block in the development of healthy connective tissue; and Chelated Zinc - which is vital for the laying down of tough and strong Keratin.

To find out more about Horslyx visit www.horslyx.co.uk or call 01697 332 592.

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RESPIRATORY

HEALTH MANAGEMENT It is well documented that all stabled horses should be kept on low-dust regimes, the respiratory tract is just not designed to cope with long-term exposure to high levels of dust.

More than 50 different species of microorganisms have been identified in stable air and large numbers of these potentially harmful bacteria and tiny particles are breathed in by the stabled horse every day.

It is important to remember, that it’s not natural for a horse to cough, and if it does it is indicative of a problem! However, 80% of horses stabled for part of the time suffer from airway inflammation without showing any symptoms so it is imperative that preventative measures are taken to minimise exposure to dust in the stable.

Don’t wait for your horse to start coughing, act now!

Mucking out, filling hay nets, and brushing the yard should all be done when the horse is out of the stable. Keeping the stable itself clear of dust is paramount.

The well-recognised problem of dust in hay is traditionally tackled by soaking. However, recent research has shown that soaking, even for short periods can significantly increase the bacteria concentration so lowering the hygienic quality of the hay.

Low quality hay is linked with colic, and as this is still the biggest cause of death of horses in UK it is best to find an alternative way of dealing with dust.

One such alternative is steaming. Steaming fodder in a Haygain hay steamer (HG 1000, HG 600 and HG-GO) has been scientifically proven to reduce dust, moulds and bacteria by > 90%. Steaming forage (hay AND haylage) therefore deals with the respirable dust and the bacteria and moulds that cause deterioration of the fodder, so not only is dust reduced but shelf-life is increased. This process allows 1-horse owners to feed haylage without worrying about ‘freshness’ or having to throw out

unused feed after 3 days. It is very important to steam properly as partially heating and wetting the fodder in a homemade steamer has also been shown to actually increase bacteria concentrations (as with soaking) rather than reducing them.

Thorough steaming making sure that steam penetrates all the hay and that temperatures reach in excess of 95oC for 10 minutes is necessary to ensure your fodder is low in dust and free from microbes. The only proven way of achieving this in both hay and haylage is to use a Haygain steamer.

All areas of the yard should be regularly cleaned. Using a disinfectant with longevity such as Protek Envirocair Veterinary disinfectant will help protect your horses from bacteria, fungi and viruses including Streptococcus Equi (Strangles), E. Coli, Herpesviridae (Equine Herpes), MRSA, Parvovirus and Candida Albicans.

Due to its food-safe and non-corrosive properties, it is so simple to apply, you can use just a garden pump sprayer to disinfect your stables, lorry and walker, use the hand gel to help prevent cross contamination between horses, even put it in your washing machine to disinfect rugs and numnahs to ensure your yard is disease free.

Stable Management Advice 1. Do the small jobs regularly. If you leave it, it will become a bigger task. Jobs like cleaning the manger, stables, walkway and the school.

2. Sweep or hoover regularly to reduce the dust and remove cobwebs.

3. Regularly disinfect stables and horseboxes.

4. Steam forage to eliminate the dust and use low dust bedding.

5. Have big windows and airy stables, preferably with high ceilings to create good ventilation.

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RESPIRATORY

Prevention is better than a cure Feeding a dust-free forage is important for all horses and ponies but particularly for those who compete, as they require healthy lungs to perform at their best. A dust-free diet and stable environment is vital to help prevent respiratory problems such as RAO (Recurrent Airway Obstruction) from developing.

Recurrent Airway Obstruction or RAO, previously known as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) has much in common with human asthma. It is thought to be an allergic condition that is caused by inhalation of allergens and irritants that exist in the horse’s environment which cause inflammation, mucus accumulation, and constriction of the horse’s airways. These can be mould

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spores, dust, pollen or even other irritants such as ammonia.

The severity will range from no symptoms (except for changes evident on endoscopic examination) through varying degrees from a single cough to nasal discharge, reduced exercise tolerance and in severe cases, an inability to work.

Because it is a chronic condition that will require changes to be made and life-long management, and there are no short term treatments that will resolve it, prevention is always the best option.

Ideally, horses should be turned out, but we all know that isn’t always practical, so if your horse does need to be inside, make sure your stable is dust-free too. Don’t let cobwebs and dust build up in the rafters and ensure there is adequate ventilation.

Don’t use a deep litter bed and avoid straw.

Dust-free shavings or paper bedding are better options. If possible, stable away from muck hills and hay/straw barns and don’t muck out or groom your horse when he’s in the stable. Ideally when you are sweeping outside, wet the floor a little first to avoid dust being thrown up into the air.

However the single most important factor in preventing RAO is feeding a 100% dustfree forage and feed, such as HorseHage and Mollichaff, even with those who show no sign of RAO. HorseHage is a high fibre, dust-free bagged forage made from selected grasses and is available in four varieties – Ryegrass, High Fibre, Timothy and Alfalfa, offering a choice to suit all horses and ponies,

including laminitics.

It was invented by the late Mark Westaway (Senior) in the seventies when he became increasingly concerned about his event horses persistently coughing. His veterinary surgeon expressed the view that the coughing was dust related and that since hay was the major dust source, the problem would continue until someone came up with a dust-free forage designed specifically for horses. So from a chance, but significant remark, the idea for HorseHage was born.

A Royal Warrant was awarded in 1983 after HM The Queen’s horse, Burmese, was fed HorseHage when suffering from a respiratory condition. He is one of tens of thousands of horses and ponies, from Shetlands to Thoroughbreds that have benefited from HorseHage’s dust-free properties.

HorseHage is also used by the Animal Health Trust in Newmarket and has been supplied to the British equestrian teams at every Olympic Games from Los Angeles in 1984 through to London 2012.

HorseHage contains pure grass with no chemical additives or mould inhibitors, and comes with a 100% quality guarantee.

It is high in naturally occurring antioxidants and these play a positive role in supporting lung health. Horses prone to RAO have been scientifically proven to show improved lung function and reduced airway inflammation following supplementation. Horses suffering from RAO should be fed HorseHage from the

floor to allow free drainage of the respiratory tract.

Also from HorseHage is the Mollichaff range of high fibre, dust-free, low sugar chaffs and fibre feeds made from top quality oat and wheat straw.

The straw is dust-extracted, chopped and then lightly mixed with a low sugar dressing using a special process that coats every part of the chaff evenly to make it very palatable, and giving it an open texture, unlike heavily molassed chaffs which can be sticky and lumpy.

Mollichaff is available in several varieties with a choice to suit all horses and ponies, including veterans, laminitics and those prone to nervousness or excitability.

So to summarise - here are our top tips for healthy respiration: • Feed a dust-free forage • Use a dust-free bedding and don’t deep litter • Turn your horse out as much as possible • Keep stable clean and free from dust, cobwebs and ammonia • Make sure your stable has good ventilation • Don’t groom or muck out when your horse is inside

For further information telephone the HorseHage Helpline on 01803 527257 or visit www.horsehage.co.uk

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Getting to know...

Billy Twomey IN THIS ISSUE WE CATCH UP WITH LEADING SHOWJUMPER BILLY TWOMEY, WELL KNOWN FOR HIS NATURAL TALENT, DETERMINED RIDING AND MANY SUCCESS’ ON THE WORLD’S COMPETITION CIRCUIT. Without doubt Billy Twomey has experienced the highs and lows that competing at top-level showjumping can throw at you.

Riding for Ireland he is currently ranked as one of the best show jumpers in the country and ranks highly in the prestigious Longines World Ranking league.

Based in Gonalston near Nottingham, Billy works hard juggling a top show jumping career and busy family life.

Billy took up riding in Cork, Ireland, and began competing age six, a natural progression with his parents heavily involved in the sport.

His mother Jill and his aunt ran a riding school near Cork while his uncle Kelvin Hitchmough was a leading National Hunt trainer, with an Irish Grand National winner to his name.

His aunt Avril was a well-known showjumping trainer, and his grandmother officiated on the appeals committee for major shows.

Working as Michael Whitaker’s stable jockey in his youth proved a key opportunity to

learn and since then, Billy has gone from strength to strength in his chosen sport.

Tell us about the horses on the yard?

I currently have a very strong string of horses headed up by World Class stars such as Tinka’s Serenade, Royale Du Rouet, Diaghilev, Codarco and Ardcolumn Duke.

These are backed up by some super younger horses such as Codarco, Arkol and Animore Luis. He also has his super star stallions Luidam and Je T'aime Flamenco standing at stud.

What is your daily routine?

We only have 15 stables at the yard as I like to focus on the horses rather than have large numbers of them.

Beth Vernon rides the horses that are not competing at the top level or are having a break from the major league shows.

I normally take the children to school every morning before I start riding as it’s my best opportunity to spend some quality time with them, I also like to collect them from school, time permitting, and then ride

between 9am and 3.30pm.

As you might know, I have suffered well documented back injuries, so the work routine always includes personal fitness to ensure I am in peak fitness as well as the horses.

What do you do to make sure your horses are in good health as well?

I like to ensure I have explored every avenue so that my horses can perform to their best on every occasion.

My horses travel all around the world by plane and lorry and quite often the air quality is not best suited to them.

We have used Flexineb (shown left) on all the horses to ensure their airways are clear after long journeys and they are feeling at their best after periods of travel.

The Flexineb is a silent, portable equine nebuliser that produces a very fine aerosolised mist for fast solution administration.

Great results are being achieved using Flexineb as a preventative measure on horses that are doing a lot of travelling, which creates an unnatural way of standing for long periods of time. Flexineb helps to maintain clean airways.

It is robust yet flexible, lightweight and comfortable so well tolerated. The Flexineb is easy to use and can be used anywhere as it is rechargeable battery powered.

For further information please contact Haygain hay steamers on (0333) 200 5233 or visit www.haygain.co.uk

Product news...

Coff-Less Powder aids upper and lower respiratory health, soothes airways and promotes clear healthy lungs, whilst providing support to the immune system. Coff-Less is specially formulated using herbs and natural ingredients including Fenugreek Seed Powder, Kelp Meal, Garlic Powder, Gentian and Mullein Extract for healthy clear lungs and healthy respiratory system. RRP £38.60. www.equine-america.co.uk

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Giveaways READER

WE HAVE 3 TIMOTHY FOXX TWEED EAR WARMERS TO BE WON

This gorgeous Timothy Foxx Tweed Ear Warmer In Gooseberry Tweed is brand new for this season and captures the essence of both with its tweed and fleece design.

Featuring a bold Union Jack, mouth-watering Gooseberry, Plum and Cream plaid, super soft fleece lining, elastic strip at the back to allow for a good fit and Timothy Foxx label, this headband is ideal for skiing, sailing, walking the dog, down the stables with the horses or any other occasion where ears may be cold in the wind, but you still want to look stylish!

Available in the following crown sizes: Small 54cm - 57cm Medium 57cm - 61cm. RRP: £28.00 To find out more visit www.timothyfoxx.co.uk

ANTIBACTERIAL HEALTH CARE UP FOR GRABS Two lucky winners will each win a pair of Equi-Med Ag Antibacterial Heel Boots and a 2m roll of Wound Dressing!

The Equi-Med Ag Heel boots are extremely effective in treating and preventing bacterial infections, reducing swelling and allowing wounds to heal faster. Bacterial infections can result in cracked heels, mud fever or other forms of pastern dermatitis.

They are designed for use in the stable after legs have been cleaned. They are hard wearing, breathable and machine washable, and their unique seamless design allows for total comfort and freedom of movement.

The Equi-Med Ag Wound Dressing can be cut to size and applied to any wounds or bacterial infections and bandaged securely in place.

The Equi-Med Ag Heel Boots are priced at around £49.95 in sizes small or large. Wound Dressing roll is priced at £54.95.

For more information call 0191 5118323 / 0777 5577165 or visit www.EquiMedAg.co.uk

WE HAVE 15 X 20KG BAGS OF SPEEDI-BEET TO BE WON Speedi-Beet – Quick Soaking Beet Pulp Flakes Speedi-Beet is a highly nutritious micronized (cooked) beet pulp feed which provides an excellent source of digestible fibre and is approved by The Laminitis Trust. Due to its unique manufacturing process, Speedi-Beet can be soaked and ready to use in just 10 minutes.

Feed either cold, or as a warm mash in winter to help raise core body temperature.

RRP is around £10.95-£11.90.

For more information on Speedi-Beet contact British Horse Feeds on 01765 680300 or visit www.britishhorsefeeds.com

15 LUCKY READERS WILL WIN A BOX OF VERM-X PELLETS FOR HORSES AND PONIES Each 250g box of Verm-X Pellets for Horses and Ponies contains five individual sachets which provide natural control of intestinal hygiene and boost every-day health. The sachets eliminate the need to measure pellets and can be added to feed or fed as a treat straight from your hand. One sachet to be used every day for five consecutive days every three months, horses just love them!

A 250g box of Verm-X Pellets for Horses & Ponies (containing 5 x 50g sachets) retails at around £11.95.

For further information please contact Verm-X on 0870 850 2313 or visit www.verm-x.com.

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BEDDING 10 years of bedding the best!

It has been 10 years since Nedz began producing quality, safe, cost effective bedding for the equestrian market!

With 23 years of straw processing experience under their belt, Pegasus Products brought the debut product in the range, Nedz Original, to market ten years ago. Over the past ten years, the company have invested time and money into creating top quality products, which answer the demands of today’s modern equestrian.

Made from carefully selected wheat straw, Nedz Original offers a highly absorbent, cost-effective alternative to shavings, whilst creating a hygienic, virtually dust free and non-toxic environment for your equine. Next came Nedz Pro, which is made from rape straw and also offers a highly absorbent, yet cost effective alternative to traditional shavings! This is ideal for any horse suffering with a respiratory disorder as the absorbent properties promote a hygienic environment, keeping ammonia to an absolute minimum, whilst also ensuring that mucking out is quick and easy.

As innovations over the years have improved, Nedz is also treated with the exclusive Natural Nedz formula containing Manuka, Cade Oil and Aloe Vera, all of which have anti-bacterial and anti-insecticidal benefits, whilst still being gentle enough for the most sensitive skin and ideal for equines suffering with respiratory or skin problems. The unique formula is also crafted with a bitter taste to discourage any snacking on bedding!

For more information visit www.nedz.co.uk or telephone 01254 677 762.

Q&A

with horsebedding.co.uk

Q: How much space does 1 pallet of bedding take up?

A: 36 bales stacks really compactly but we also offer waterproof coveralls if you want to store outside.

Q: All three brands are just ÂŁ6.00 a bale. A really keen price, why are they all the same?

A: We have worked really hard on our supply line to offer really keen prices on the most superior products, because we want you to have the product that is right for you and your horse.

Q: How reliable is your delivery, I could not afford to run out.

A: Our delivery service is something we are renowned for. If you are happy to have a rolling date we can schedule your deliveries for the whole season so you are organised and never without bedding.

New website launching in December

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SADDLERY

Top Tips for Tack Cleaning this Winter THE SOCIETY OF MASTER SADDLERS OFFERS ADVICE ON KEEPING YOUR TACK IN PRISTINE CONDITION THIS WINTER, WHEN DAYLIGHT HOURS ARE SHORT AND TIME IS TIGHT Mud, rain, wind and cold temperatures, our horses' tack goes through a lot during the winter months battling the elements, not to mention the sweat produced by the horse during hard work or a morning's hunting.

Quality leather tack is designed to withstand a lot, but with daily use the leather and stitching can become damaged, so time spent cleaning our tack is a good opportunity to inspect for wear and tear.

Very often in winter we are all guilty of cutting corners to get in a quick ride during daylight hours but with a bit of care and attention it is possible to keep our tack clean, after all, for many it has been a serious investment.

Ideally we would all clean our tack and wash off the bit every time we ride; in reality few have time in the winter months, so here we offer some advice on this essential chore of owning a horse.

Firstly hang the bridle on a hook and unbuckle the throat lash and noseband and unbuckle the cheek pieces down to their lowest hole.

Wipe off mud and grease with a damp sponge, taking care not to use too much water as wet leather can stretch, then allow to dry naturally to prevent the leather from drying out and becoming hard.

Stiff, muddy tack can be uncomfortable for horses and risks causing sores from chaffing.

Using saddle soap wipe all the leather work thoroughly taking care to make sure the underside is cleaned as well.

It may not be essential to oil the bridle every time it is cleaned. Oiling helps maintain the suppleness of leather as well as preventing it from becoming dry and brittle.

Wash and dry the bit checking for any roughness that could cut the horse’s mouth.

As often as possible give the bridle a

thorough clean by completely dismantling it, cleaning and inspecting each individual piece of the bridle, taking the opportunity to also check for worn stitching There are many products available these days for cleaning tack and it comes down to personal choice on which you choose. A soap containing glycerine is recommended as this will help condition the leather as well as keep it supple.

It is advisable to keep leatherwork in a tack room with some form of heating to prevent mould from taking hold as once it has started to form it can cause staining that is difficult to remove.

To prolong the life of your leather work, cleaning your tack should be a regular part of your routine, not only could it prevent an accident it could also save you money.

To find out more information on the Society of Master Saddlers visit www.mastersaddlers.co.uk or contact on 01449 711642.

In the know

SADDLE FITTING:

For recreationally ridden horses is it vital to keep your horse’s saddle comfortable as his size changes between the winter and summer seasons. However, competition riding puts much more demand on the horse and rider combination that often more regular fits are required throughout the season.

Sophie Rodgers is a qualified fitter who works with many of this regions ambitions affiliated riders.

She also works closely with all the worlds leading brands of saddle manufacturers to keep abreast of new products and technical developments as they happen. Sophie also works hard with other professionals involved with the competition horse including physios, trainers, farriers and with the more recent modern development of biomechanics.

Sophie also re-flocks and fits your saddle at your yard if required. As a competition rider herself she fully understands the tricky implications of losing your saddle during a key phase of training or competition.

The old lumpy wool flocking is replaced by soft streamlined wool in this Albion SLK Ultima for a dressage customer.

Product news...

The Padded Balance Girth is ergomically designed to provide comfort at the girth groove area and prevent the saddle from becoming imbalanced. RRP: £73.72 The Balance Studguard Girth is designed to give your horse maximum freedom of movement over fences and boasts stainless steel fittings, plus a central ring for a martingale or training aid.

RRP: £129.60. www.worldwidetack.com

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The Girth Buckle Wash-Bag helps to protect the washing machine’s drum during a cycle and also prevents the girth’s buckles making that ‘clanking’ noise as the girth spins inside the machine. It’s made up of a neoprene bag to cushion the buckles and now has an elastic drawstring cord and toggle at the top, to make it easier to get onto the girth.

RRP: £4.75. www.moorlandrider.co.uk

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RIDING SIDE SADDLE HAS ALL THE ELEGANCE OF A LONG GONE ERA. HERE THE SOCIETY OF MASTER SADDLERS TAKE A LOOK AT THIS UNIQUE STYLE OF RIDING AND THE CRAFTSMANSHIP OF THESE STUNNING SADDLES.

A saddle fit for a Lady Riding side saddle is often associated with an era of yester year when ladies rode in long skirts and couldn’t possibly be seen astride a horse.

One of the most memorable scenes from the first series of the popular period drama Downton Abbey was that of Lady Mary out on the hunting field galloping, riding side saddle.

The side saddle was designed to allow women to ride a horse whilst maintaining their modesty and also whilst wearing some beautiful but restrictive clothing.

The side saddle itself is a masterpiece of saddlery craftsmanship, a design that has not changed for over a century.

In the 1830’s Jules Pellier designed the side saddle that is still in use today, with previous versions only featuring one pommel.

Jules Pelliers’ two pommel design allowed the rider to stay both securely in the saddle and also control the horse.

One of the pommels sits near the top of the saddle; this supports the right thigh of the rider when it is lying across the saddle. The right leg hangs down and rests on the shoulder of the horse.

The second pommel, sometimes referred to as the leaping horn, lies below the first and is gently curved to fit snuggly over the rider's left thigh, placing the left foot in the stirrup.

This design allows the rider to be locked in position, enabling participation in every equestrian pursuit from hunting and galloping to jumping.

Today side saddle classes at events and shows are a source of much fascination, with numbers rising in the many classes that now accommodate side saddle riding, with classes for everything from showing to show jumping and even a lead rein competition available, for young enthusiasts.

The side saddle must be fitted by a suitably qualified person who understands side saddle fitting. The seat of the saddle has to be level from the front to the back and from left to right. As well as fitting the horse, the saddle must also fit the rider in order for them to sit in the correct position.

One of the most famous and accomplished side saddle riders is of course The Queen who regularly rode side saddle during Trooping of The Colour, most famously on her beloved horse Burmese.

A well turned out horse ridden side saddle by a rider decked out in traditional fashion is undoubtedly a head turning sight to see.

To find out more information on the Society of Master Saddlers and to find Side Saddle specialists visit www.mastersaddlers.co.uk or contact on 01449 711642.

Made from luxuriously soft calfskin leather, the Siena saddles give the rider an instant feeling of comfort, safety and close contact with the horse. The new super soft kneeroll provides the rider with total support but also allows for a relaxed, free but efficient leg position.

The Vega Dressage Siena and Vega Close Contact Dressage saddles are also available as monoflaps, and in black and brown, RRP: £2,700.

The Amerigo Vega Saddle Collection offers a selection of different models for both dressage and jumping, as well as a wide range of choices to ensure a perfect fit for both horse and rider. www.zebraproducts.co.uk

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NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP In this monthly column, EAST will be answering your questions on Natural Horsemanship...

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My horse becomes spooky in the wind - what can I do to keep him confident?

It’s natural for prey animals to be more spooky in windy weather. All that movement in the bushes makes it much harder to detect a predator so they are on high alert. But here’s the key... when a horse feels totally safe with you he will no longer feel so unsafe, it’s all about the relationship.

Many people think they have ‘great’ relationships with their horses but let’s now start to look at what ‘relationship’ between horse and human really means. Does he see you as friendly and trustworthy and a worthy leader?

Check it out on the points below....

1. Does he come to you as soon as he sees you or turn away and leave?

2. Does he prefer your company or the other horses?

3. Does he let you touch him everywhere or does he have spots he’s worried or defensive about?

4. Does he do what you ask willingly, or does he argue with you or get skittish and bracy?

5. Does he go confidently where you ask or does he balk and shy and try to go the other way?

6. Does he get more relaxed in your presence or more tense?

7. Is he calm when you are calm, or

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does he act as if you aren’t even there?

Conclusion There is no quick fix for spooky horses.

It’s all about building their self confidence, their confidence in you as their leader, and then maintaining that confidence as you go into more and more challenging situations. When your relationship really becomes strong, all those problems simply disappear. It’s not about the wind.

For further information contact the Parelli UK team on 0800 0234 813 or visit www.parelli.com

Diary date...

8. When he’s afraid, do you get tense and hold him back or can you stay calm and focused without making him feel wrong?

This is the kind of relationship we are talking about. When you can say ‘yes’ to all the above points then you know you have transcended the prey-predator relationship of constant insecurity (on both parts!) and of course all your problems go away... not just the spookiness when it’s windy.

Horses respond to love, language and leadership in equal doses. Some people are really good at love, others at leadership... and most are not good at language with horses. This is because for the most part we are taught to lunge our horses in mindless circles to blow off steam, saddle up and get on, kick to go and pull on the reins to turn or stop. There is so much more you can do to communicate in a more sophisticated way... a way that gives you the language to calm a horse down, prepare him for things and to use energy and body language more than legs and hands. In order to truly get your horse’s trust as friend and leader, you need to be good at all three: love, language and leadership.

The countdown is on to the Spring event of the year –

One Day with Linda and Pat Parelli at Addington Manor Equestrian Centre on March 7th.

The event will include demonstrations by Linda and Pat as well as the Savvy Team, all guranteed to inspire. Also included will be a question and answers and a autograph signing sessions.

Tickets are priced from £39 to £99.

Anyone buying 10 tickets in one transaction will receive one free.

To buy tickets contact Parelli UK on 0800 0234 813 or visit the Parelli webshop at www.parelli.com

Parelli UK Instructors Support The Horse Course Parelli instructors around the UK are supporting one of the most innovative equine-assisted behaviour programmes to be developed.

TheHorseCourse is an equine-assisted behaviour programme delivered in prisons and other settings in the UK. Prisoners taking part complete the course in just one week of intense activity with specially trained horses and are chosen from the most ‘difficult to reach prisoners’.

This course is also successfully being piloted in the community with vulnerable young people, with the hope of reaching them sooner and not just those that are at risk of offending but with those experiencing trouble at school due to lack of social and emotional skills.

The course is a three-day training programme based in the classroom and the arena with scholarships available for licenced Parelli Professionals or high level Parelli students with a background in education, mental health or social work.

The course will look at the needs, referrals and outcomes of those that the intervention is aimed at as well as safety, safeguarding and choice of horses.

It will introduce research perspectives and have hands-on arena sessions with horses, practicing on each other and how the programme worked for prison-based interventions.

For more information on the programmes visit www.thehorsecourse.org

Parelli at East Anglian Equine Fair The Parelli East Anglian Savvy Team were invited to put on a series of inspirational demonstrations at the inaugural East Anglian Equine Fair at the Ipswich Showground in Suffolk recently.

Throughout the weekend the team entertained and educated the audience with two demonstrations of horsemanship in different rings on both days.

EAST is a group of Parelli Professionals based in East Anglia who teach the Parelli Programme to individuals in the area, either with one to one tuition or group lessons. You can find more information or locate your local instructor at: www.parelliinstructors-eastanglia.co.uk EA Cath and Fred enjoying themselves 38 ABSOLUTE HORSE DECEMBER 2014

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Kyla’s Corner In this column, Michaela Huntingdon aims to help readers, so, if you have any particular question or problems concerning your riding, Kyla would love to hear from you.

Email kylascorner@gmail.com

2014: Highs and lows

As the year draws to a close, it is interesting to look back and reflect on the ups and downs of life with horses. Although the highs are the magical moments that we all strive for (and why we do it), we must be able to learn from what goes wrong, and which pitfalls to avoid in future.

Let’s remember that these situations must be viewed as character building, and obstacles to be overcome. For every snake, there is then a ladder to be found and climbed!

A mix of fortune My year has been a real mix of extremes, starting in January with the most amazing win in a hotly contested Winter Novice class with my newly acquired 6year-old mare, Zena. With two other joint owners, new to class Bs, we were all floating on cloud nine! At the Blue Chip Championships in April, I had a good show with Zula, claiming the 1.15 Championship, with Zena also placing fifth in the Fox final, and just missing out on the Newcomers final with a fence down in the fastest time. Life was still going really well and Frankie, my homebred 4-year-old, came into competitive work in May and was rapidly gaining double clears.

Disaster struck in June however, with him being involved in a freak accident in my lorry, getting his head stuck between the head partitions. We were so lucky there was a vet on site at the event, who was able to administer drugs immediately, and that Frankie sustained no permanent damage, but it did mean a long period off work. This fright then seemed to herald a very black and bleak period, with Zena and I being at complete cross-purposes with each other and catching a fence every time we went out.

My self confidence plummeted, and I began to think I was not a good enough rider for this talented youngster. With the high flying goals of Newcomers second rounds, the National 6- year-old finals and the Discovery Championship on our

list - and with my lorry breaking down on several of the long trips - we only managed one.

Risk paid off With a desperate need for improvement in our results, I took a high risk strategy for the Winter Novice Final at Hickstead at the end of July, changing Zena’s bit from a snaffle to a jointed Pelham.

Fortune smiled on us from then on; we were ecstatic to gain sixth place there, and never looked back! By the end of August we were crowned 2014 Discovery Champions at the Equilibrium Products Discovery Championship, Frankie had come back into work, and I had been offered the ride on the piebald stallion Zac – my partner from two years ago, who is such a winner!

With a full string now back up and running, I was able to squeeze two more Summer shows into the schedule, Hickstead’s September meet and Arena UK’s Festival of Showjumping. Both shows hosted age classes suited to my youngsters, and small opens just right for Zac. I had two brilliant shows with all horses performing to their best ability and winning classes.

Now the season has turned, I am busy qualifying my horses for 2015 second rounds and finals, with a great start, Zena having qualified for the National Winter Grade C final, and the Fox and B&C finals at the Blue Chip championships. Zula has qualified for the Diamond and Star, Frankie has his Novice ticket, and Zac the Diamond. I only seek two more Blue Chip tickets, Frankie’s Discovery and Zac for the Star, so not a lot left for my Wish List this Winter!

Zena and Kyla pictured at Hickstead are National Champions at Discovery level

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I’d like to wish everybody a great Christmas and good luck for next year with your horses!

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TEAM CHASE ❙ Essex & Suffolk Team Chase ❙ Manor Farm, Semer ❙ 2nd November

PHOTO NEWS

Rebecca Alcoe riding Sledgers, 3rd place Novice Bogey

Gussy Terry riding Just Paddington, 4th place Novice Bogey

Julie Hayward riding Westfords Midnight Irish, 2nd place Novice Bogey

Peter Hayward riding Westfords Madonna, 2nd place Novice Bogey

Georgie Thorogood riding Backbord, Novice Bogey team winners

Caroline Jiggens riding Spike, Novice Bogey team winners

Holly Latham riding Piglet, Novice Bogey team winners

Kate McKee on Blameitontheboogie, 2nd place Open

Emma Fox on Beau, 2nd place Open

Yvonne Goss on Haxton, ‘Fox Grant Thrusters’. Open winners

Charlotte Seymour William on El Bandino, ‘Fox Grant Thrusters’. Open winners

Ash Bealby on Scattered Scarlet, 3rd place Intermediate ‘Meltonians’

Lou Cornwell riding Ted, member of ‘Loose Cannons’

Nick Bridger riding Barmy Pepperami, member of ‘Flying Musketeers’

Vicki-May Northover riding Fitz, member of ‘Sofa King Jess Joslin riding Beau, 4th place Intermediate team Goods’ ‘The Cougar Girls’

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HUNTER TRIALS PHOTO NEWS

❙ North Norfolk Harriers Hunter Trials ❙ Heydon Hall ❙ 18th October

Jennifer Oswick riding Undun, 4th place Restricted Novice

Katy Gibson riding Harry

Linda Edridge riding Pinky’s Promise

Ella Wharton riding Holly, 2nd place Restricted Novice

Sonia Wright riding Barnaby

Daisy Papworth riding Holly, Novice class winners

William Lane on Socks, 3rd place Novice class

Harriet Irving on My Lady Anchusa

Grace Gowing on Arnie, Members class winners

Alice Summers on Bob, 3rd place Members class

Georgina Bowett on Supercob, Open class winners

Anne-Marie Boyd on Cordy

Caroline Casburn on Rubi

Sarah Thompson riding Bawena, 4th place Open class

Jordane Bonner riding Rocky, 3rd place Open class

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HUNTER TRIALS PHOTO NEWS

❙ Easton Harriers PC Hunter Trials ❙ Poplar Park ❙ 26th October

Andrew Taylor riding Tilly, 3rd place 75cm Charlotte Mann riding Misha, 2nd place (12 and under) 75cm (12 and under)

Rosie Stevens riding Alwyn, 90cm class winners

Tabby Wade riding E M William, 75cm class winners (12 and under)

Summer Nicholls riding Lemon Twist, 90cm class winners (under 18)

Clare Lee riding Over to Oscar, 2nd place 90cm senior

Jenny James riding Heritage Attica, 2nd place 75cm

Abbi Stone riding As Cool As Ice, 1m class winners

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❙ West Norfolk Hunt Hunter Trials ❙ Barnham Broom ❙ 30th October

Georgie Jewson on Rockie, 12 yrs & under class winners

Libby Lukins riding Jays Silver Spirit, 2nd place Novice class

Daisy Kiddy riding Weatheroak Manor Velvet, 2nd place 12 yrs & under

Sigourney Swann on Maddie May and Shannonmarie Watson on Hermes

Davina Barber riding Dixie do Little, 21 yrs & under class winners

Lydia Hardman on Joules, 2nd place 21 yrs & under class

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Summer Leeson on Westside Blue Boy, 2nd place Open class

Daisy Moore riding Rio, Small Open winners

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❙ Essex & Suffolk PC Hunter Trials ❙ Stratford Hills ❙ 19th October

Lily Hill on Pocket Rocket, Novice Junior winners

Debbie Potts riding Peregrine Hawk, Novice Senior winners

Lilly Raven riding Mayday Polly, 2nd place Intermediate Seniors

Sue Turner on Herbie, 2nd place Novice Seniors

HUNTER TRIALS PHOTO NEWS

Abbie Warburton on Wilba and Izzy Wills on Charlie, Pairs winners

Louise Beckerlegge on Ruby and Lottie Ingleton on Rascal, 2nd placed Pairs

Kitty Paul on Hobnob, 3rd place Novice Juniors

Rebecca Alcoe on Sledgers GXL, 2nd place Intermediate Juniors

Rosie Lawrence riding Harley, Open Junior winners

Lorraine Nicholls riding Marchell, 3rd place Novice Seniors

Jack Tebbutt on Banner, Intermediate Senior winners

Milly Butters riding Indie Rock, 3rd Emma D’Angibau riding Timmy, place Open Juniors 2nd place Novice Juniors

Sonia Collins riding Lady Rose, Open Senior winners

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DRESSAGE /SHOWJUMPING PHOTO NEWS

❙ Unaffiliated Dressage Champs ❙ Fenning Farm EC ❙ 19th October

Abi Erian riding Louie, Intro B winners

Hannah Alecock riding Paya, Prelim 17 winners

Janine King riding Upgrade, Members Pick A Test winners

Kari Nash riding Blue, Novice 39 winners

Rebecca Jarvis riding Eye of the tiger, 2nd place Prelim 17

Samantha Gray riding Homeleigh Wildchild, Novice 37 winners

Stephanie Spiers riding Onyx D`Ace, 3rd place Intro B

Sue Molloy riding Lord Nelson, 3rd place Novice 39

PHOTOS: ROB MORRIS PHOTOGRAPHY

❙ Unaffiliated Showjumping ❙ Codham Park EC ❙ 19th October

Daisy Twin on Spot The Button, 30cm xpole winners

Phoebe Jefferies on Mr Fuzz, 50cm Novice winners

Nicola Attenborrow on Mr Pickles, 60-80cm & 70cm Speed winners

Izzy Cleghorn on Double Vision, 50-60cm Accumulator winners

Liberty Taker on Armelia Marino, 60-80cm & 70cm Speed Horse winners

Emma Turtle on Owen Maxwell, 70-90cm & 80cm Speed winners

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Maria Keen on Benji, 70-80cm Accumulator winners

Nicki Norfolk on Inferno The Third, 70-90cm & 80cm Speed Horse winners

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SHOW PHOTO NEWS

❙ Carleton RC Show ❙ Easton College ❙ 19th October

Emily Wyatt and Moonlight, 50cm horse winners

Megan Owens and Zeus, 50cms winners

Josh Atkins and Sienna, 2nd place 60cm

India Fincham and My Lilia Rose, 70cm winners

Karen Rose and Katie, 3rd place Novice 38

Nicola Broughton and Melick, Prix Caprilli League winners

Above left: India Fincham and Phantom Dreamaker, 80cm pony winners Above: Morgan Lee and Midnight, 60cm pony winners

Above: Rachael Chandler and Smooth Criminal, Novice 38 winners Right inset: Ben Westgate and Connor, Prelim 14 Senior winners

Sarah Youngs and Mystical Dreams, 2nd place 50cms

Ellis Bull and Bella, Prelim 14 3rd placed junior

Esther Anderson and Jims Patch, Prix Caprilli winners

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LOCAL SHOWS 28th September

21st September THRC Autumn Showing Show

English Vaulting Championships The Cambridge Vaulting Club, part of the College of West Anglia’s Cambridge Horse Sport Academy, attended the English Vaulting Championships at the end of September at Moulton College.

The team had spent all summer working hard to prepare for the competition, where they did their first ever canter class, as well as a ‘Toy Story’ themed team freestyle.

The squad came 5th overall which was a fantastic result given that both the horse and vaulters are still very new to the sport.

Jade Rouchy, Director of Equine at CWA Cambridge Campus said “It was a really exciting and enjoyable day for all and the team are now busy preparing for winter barrel competitions as well as planning for next year.”

There was also success for the club’s visiting coach Sarah Gemmell, who won the Senior Individual class. Sarah has competed internationally and is also one of only two British FEI vaulting judges. The club are really enjoying working with Sarah and benefiting from all of her high level experience.

The Cambridge Vaulting Club were established two years ago and started with a loan horse ‘Herbie’. The group now train weekly and compete with college-owned horse, ‘Sandie.’ Vaulting is a rewarding and fun discipline that combines horses and gymnastics, which has spent some time in the spot light recently after Joanne Eccles retained her world champion title for Great Britain at the World Equestrian Games in Normandy.

Youngstock 1 E Whitworth - Maltings Country River Lad; 2 Nicki Morgan Hurst - Green King Arthur; 3 Ellie Steele – Annie; 4 Karen Pettie – Ironhide. In Hand Veteran Horse/Pony 1 Lynda Calcutt - Mactarn Peter Pan; 2 Jemima Bush William; 3 Louise Maestrani - Edindurno Glen Fiddich; 3 Sarah Clarke - Mockbeggar Finley; 4 Sienna Shepard – Sophie. In Hand Novice Pony 1 Ellie Stelle – Rio; 2 Louise Whyburd - Hilltop George; 3 Lily Cane – Max; 4 Karen Petrey - Penley Birthday Boy. In Hand M&M Small Breeds 1 Lynda Calcutt - Mactarn Peter Pan; 2 E Whitworth Maltings Country Lad; 3 Lauren Bunker Spinneybrook Jasmine; 4 Bertie Smith - Chafford

Debonheir. In Hand Welsh Breeds 1 Leah Webber - Green Mount Pipes of Pan; 2 Amy Doherty – Splash. In Hand M & M Large Breeds 1 Hallie Booty – Macullumdene; 2 Louise Maestrani Edindurno Glen Fiddich; 3 Sarah Clarke Mockbeggar Finley. Ridden Coloureds 1 Nicola Watson - Mr Darcy; 2 Victoria Walmsley - Shaper Shifter; 3 Sian Sutton - Mayphillic Youth Drew.

Ridden Middleweights 1 Victoria Walmsley Shape Shifter; 2 Nicola Watson - Mr Darcy; 3 Lauren Bunker - Arlequino Reichter. Ridden Lightweights 1 Natalie Daines – Crossword; 2 Carol Plaistowe – Anuibus; 3 Michaela Main Beam Me Up. In Hand Novice Horse 1 Emma Wood - Hainton Moonshine; 2 Michaela Main Beam Me Up. In Hand Coloureds 1 Ellie Steele – Annie; 2 Megan Barass - Faint

Codham Park Equestrian: Dressage League Winners Any Intro Section 1 George Lazell - Portmore Archie II; 2 Emma Rushworth - All Silver; 3 Katy Fordham - Just Jack. Any Prelim Section 1 Taylor Powles - Glenhafren Monty; 2 Rachel Gunter - Ziggy Stardust; 3 Lisa Wilson - Godshill Clover. Any Novice Section 1 Penelope Watson – Fred; 2 Amelia Marino - Liberty Taker; 3 Taylor Powles - Glenhafren Monty.

Maisie Mae; 3 Paul Hewitt – Playboy. In Hand Cob 1 Paul Hewitt – Playboy; 2 Beverley Bateman – Paddy; 3 Christine Nelder - Cob A Long; 4 Sophie Wilsher - Kaola Des Champs. In Hand Part Bred 1 Paul Hewitt – Playboy; 2 Becca Durrell – Jasper; 3 Harriet Bradford – Contrust. In Hand Lightweights 1 Harriet Bradford – Contrust; 2 Michaela Main - Beam Me Up. Ridden Veteran Horse/Pony 1 Louise Maestrani – Edindurno; 2 Saffron Sutherland – Pip; 3 Angela Bush – William; 4 Cheryl Everson - Harris Playboy. Lead Rein Pony 1 Cassidy Sargent - Chafford Debonheir; 2 Sienna Shepard - Ottersbrook Princess Grace; 3 Harry Booty - Shilstone Rocks Seaspray. First Ridden Pony 1 Sophie Akers – Benji; 2 Hollie Crowe – Dan; 3 Lily Cane – Max. Ridden M&M Large Breeds 1 Hallie Booty – Macallumdene; 2 Louise

Photos: Spencer Moret

George Lazell on Portmore Archie II

Penelope Watson and Fred

Taylor Powles and Glenhafren Monty

Codham Park Equestrian: Showjumping League Winners 30cm X-Pole Pony 1 Kirsty Way – Jester. 50cm Novice Pony 1 Chloe Henderson - Daisy-May; 2 Hannah Spurgeon - Cosford Vandal; 3 Christy Brandl – Magic. 50cm Novice Horse 1 Natalie Arnold - Wrens Charisma. 60cm Open Pony 1 Demini Walker - Miss Mela; 2 Hannah Spurgeon - Cosford Vandal; 3 Anja Moret - Staghill Twilight. 60cm Open Horse 1 Vanessa Santomauro – Harry; 2 Natalie Arnold - Wrens Charisma. 70cm Open Pony 1 Demini Walker - Midnight Shadow; 2 Lacey Lazell - Prince Louie; 3 Anja Moret - Staghill Twilight. 70cm Open Horse 1 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; 2 Vanessa Santomauro – Harry; 3 Cass Shilling – Alfie. 80cm Open Pony 1 Lacey Lazell - Prince Louie; 2 Phoebe Jefferies – Brook; 3 Savannah Buckley - The Whizz Kid. 80cm Open Horse 1 Anja Moret - Westford Lenny; 2 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; 3 Lucinda Gibson – Paddy. 90cm Open Pony 1 Phoebe Jefferies – Brook; 2 Lauren Abraham – Milton. 90cm Open Horse 1 Rebecca Jones - Jamaicas Way Z; 2 Amelia Marino – Libby; 3 Lucinda Gibson – Paddy. 95cm – 1mtr Open Horse 1 Rebecca Jones - Jamaicas Way Z; 2 Amelia Marino – Libby.

Chloe Henderson and DaisyMay

Anja Moret and Westford Lenny

Demini Walker and Midnight Shadow

Rebecca Jones and Jamaicas Way Kirsty Way and Jesterv

Phobe Jefferies and Brook

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Vanessa Santomauro and Harry

Susan Johnston and New Years Day

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Maestrani - Edindurno Glenfiddich. Ridden M&M Small Breeds 1 Holly Crowe – Dan; 2 Sophie Akers – Benji. Junior Handler 5-9 yrs 1 Jemima Bush – William; 2 Lily Cane – Max; 3 Sienna Shepard – Sophie; 4 Rosanne Lawes – Freddy. 10-13 yrs 1 Natasha Howard – Pippin; 2 Jessica Martin Mocktarn Silhouette. 14-17 yrs 1 Sophie Wilsher; 2 Brandon Thomas - Penley Birthday Boy. Family Horse/Pony 9 And Under 1 Roxanne Lawes – Freddy. 10-14 yrs 1 Natasha Howard – Pippin; 2 Sarah Endean - Bunnow Magpie; 3 Lola Miller – Gypsy; 4 Liberty Sutherland – Doortje. 15 yrs And Over 1 Louise Maestrani - Edindurno Glenfiddich; 2 Beverley Bateman – Paddy. Novice Ridden Horse 1 Natalie Daines – Crossword; 2 Sarah Endean Bunnow Magpie; 3 Lucy Hardwick – Ami. Novice Ridden Pony 1 Natasha Howard – Pippin; 2 Louise Whyburd; 3 Sally Hayes - Chafford Debonher; 4 Liberty Sutherland – Doortje. Ridden Concours D’ Elegance Seniors 1 Angela Bush – William. Juniors 1 Hallie Booty – Macullumdene;

2 Liberty Sutherland – Doortje; 3 Saffron Sutherland – Pip; 4 Lily Nicholls - Spinneyback Jasmine. Beginners Lead Rein 1 Matilda Price Treowen Toy Solider; 2 Rebecca Wood - In A Pickle.

Just Off Lead Rein 1 Sienna Shepard – Sophie; 2 Cassidy Sargent - Chafford Debonheir; 3 Abigail Pearson - Shilstone Rocks Seaspray; 4 Sian Sutton Mayphillic Youth Drew. Beginners First Ridden 1 Sienna Shepard – Sophie; 2 Abigail Pearson Shilstone Rocks Seaspray. Championships Ring One Am Champion Lynda Calcutt - Mackarn Peter Pan Ring One Am Reserve Champion Hallie Booty - Macullumdene Ring One Pm Champ Natalie Daines - Crossword Ring One Pm Reserve Champion Nicola Watson - Mr Darcy Ring Two Am Champ Paul Hewitt - Play Boy Ring Two Am Reserve Champion Lauren Bunker - Arlequno Reichter Ring Two Pm Champ Hallie Booty Macullumdene Ring Two Pm Reserve Champ Sophie Akers – Benji.

10th October Tiptree EC: Dressage Challenge Final

18th October Warehill EC: Dressage

Wix EC: Dressage

Intro B 1 Sophia Reeves - Tyssul Catrina; 2 Lyndsay Hutson - Indian Prince; 3 Robin Johnson – Josh; 4 Lydia Moore – Martie.

Warehill WTC B 1 Rachel Weller – Jet; 2 Nicki Dell - The Midas Touch. Prelim 1 1 Debbie Randall - Kirkham Gate Giovani; 2 Vicky Armitage - Elliot Benjamin’s Gold; 3 Claire Scott – Beanie; 4 Rachel Weller – Jet. Prelim 14 1 Tracy Hopkins – Denzel; 2 Claire Scott - Beanie; 3 Sharron Long – Lennie; 4 Jenna Simpson - Herbert Sherbert.

PYO Novice 30 or Elementary 42 1 (N30) Vicky Armitage - Elliot Benjamin’s Gold; 2 (N30) Toni Hawkins - White Tree Cavalier; 3 E42) Tracey Hawkins - Money Gall Lad.

Novice Music 1 C McDonald – Marquis De Montare; 2 S Skillin – Carenthagoz; 3 L Fisher – Finjp. Open 1 M Dawson – Cyrus III. Elentary Music 1 C Hussey – Singing Skyjacker; 2 G Macefield – Mitchel Troy Master; 3 K Boyd – Loughnatousa Iceman. Open 1 T Atkins – Diamond Sun II; 2 J Ladonkolas – Regal Destiny; 3 N Shotbolt – Aughabeg Prince. Medium Music 1 J Penwarden – Decorum; 2 S Motion – The Jokers Friend; 3 D Lloyd – Millrise Philosopher. Open 1 B Martin – Tigger Too. Medium 61 1 N Shotbolt - Aughabeg Prince. Open 1 J Howard – Mylo. Medium 75 Open 1 J Howard – Mylo. Ad Medium 85 1 D Thake – Cycle Kings Wenzelato. Open 1 S Thake – Cycle Kings Wenzelato. Ad Medium 98 Open 1 S Thake – Cycle Kings Wenzelato. Ad Medium 105 1 L Dixon – Hey Mambo; 2 D Thake - Cycle Kings Wenzelato. PYO 1 S Clement – Mallaen Myrddin; 2 R Hole – Winnetou GEP; 3 F Heath – Acrobate. Ad Medium Music 1 S Chatwin – Ready Jet Set Go; 2 B Martin – Tigger Too.

Tracey Hopkins and Densal

16 Years And Over 1 Sam Curnick - Gibbinstown Benny - 62 Points. Under 16 Class 1 Paige Fleming Shadow - 47 Points. Riding School Category 1 Tish Woulds - Tec Harvey - 72 Points.

Photos: Kindly Supplied

19th October 12th October THRC Open Showjumping

13th October Wix EC: Dressage

2’ 1 Lucy Hinde – Molly. 2’3 1 Ava Coughlin - Coco Bean. 2’6 1 Leah Hayes – Tango; 2 Kayleighmead – Lastmanstanding; 3 Jess Simpson – Splash.

Seniors 1 Lorna Simpson – Ruby. 2’9 1 Jessica Simpson – Splash; 2 Eliza Tribe – Murphy. Seniors 1 Lorna Simpson – Ruby; 2 Jenna Greyson - Desert Kingdom. 3’ Seniors 1 Lorna Simpson – Elle; 2 Jenna Greyson - Desert Kingdom; 3 Rachel Chisnell – Murphy. 3’3 Seniors 1 Lisa Spence – Pathfinder; 2 Rachel Chisnell – Murphy.

Intro A 1 D Viney-Hiney – Blodwyn; 2 D Lowery – Thomas; 3 Y Bahadir – Mario; 4 M Mallett – HRA Uncle Monty. Prelim 7 1 M McGuckian – Monty; 2 K Pace – Wolly Day. Prelim 13 1 M McGuckian – Monty; 2 L White – Cimpernel. Novice 28 1 C Hume – Scrumpy; 2 S Tomalin – Hoax; 3 S Tomalin – Little Minx; 4 S letch – Toronto. % Class 1 C Hume – Scrumpy; 2 S Tomalin – Hoax; 3 S Dickinson – Woodland Dancer.

16th October Wix EC: Dressage Intro B 1 D Viney-Hiney – Blodwyn; 2 L Barstow – Long Legacy; 3 C Akers – Blue. Prelim 4 1 K Foley – Mr Noah Lot; 2 C Akers – Blue; 3 L Green – Clipper. Prelim 14 1 G Williamson – Cruiser. Novice 30 1 K Foley – Jack. % Class 1 C Hume – Scrumpy.

19th October: Prelim 17 1 J Partridge – Jasper; 2 C Curuishely – Sweet Sinfonie; 3 M Nimmods – Golly Gosh; 4 A Lees – Amerigo’s Mistress Spirit. Novice 19 1 B Lynn – Woodlands Black Bear; 2 J Partridge – Jasper; 3 A Threadwell – Lily Of The Valley; 3 J Montagu – Frithessden Chiffchaff. Novice 23 1 S Parlour – Bonus; 2 S Delia – Freedom. Open 1 K Brace – Ehrenstoliz; 2 P Appleby – Woodlander G.F.D’Kota. Novice 39 T Hewlett – Dalies Dance; 2 B Lynn – Woodlands Black Bear. Open 1 P Appleby – Woodlander G.F.D’Kota; 2 T Cresswell – Camilla Herself. Elementary 43 1 L Field – Aktie D. Open 1 T Cresswell – Camilla Herself.

Elementary 57 1 L Field – Aktie D; 2 T Wingar – Thymely Opposition.

19th October Easton College: Carleton Riding Club Show

Vicky Armatage

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18th-19th October

Lime Kiln Farm EC: Unaffiliated Dressage LKF Intro 3 Juniors 1 Molly Marshall - Roughty Man; 2 Olivia Waller - Murphy My Man; 3 Ella Fairbairn-Day - August Surprise. LKF Intro 3 Seniors 1 Martin Haggith – Finn; 2 Sheena Blyth Jenson Button; 3 Katrina Taylor – Tigger; 4 Tasarla Lagan - Foreman’s Boy. Intro A Juniors 1 Lissy Watson – Gordon; 2 Molly Marshall - Roughty Man; 3 Ella Fairbairn-Day - August Surprise; 4 Millie Taylor – Daisy. Intro A Seniors 1 Sheena Blyth Jenson Button; 2 Michelle Borg – Zeus; 3 Tasarla Lagan - Foreman’s Boy; 4 Ragna Page - Mr Rochester. Prelim 1 1 Alison Lee – Finn; 2 Alison Lee - Hampidoe Van De Brouwershoeve; =3 Frances Vos - Heritage Gemini; =3 Jacqueline Anderson – Woody. Prelim 4 1 Sarah Finch - Don Dreo; 2 Bethany Vardigans - Oxnead Rabat; 3 Sally Hoskins – Drum; 4 Panny Sage – Belle. Novice 27 1 Claire Burch - Templewood Isis; 2 Sarah Finch Don Dreo; 3 Alison Lee - Clinton II; 4 Frances Vos Heritage Gemini. Novice 28 1 Claire Burch Templewood Isis; 2 Claire Shopland – Jimmy; 3 Alison Lee - Clinton II.

Carleton Riding Club hosted more than 11 hours of competition at Easton College in their last show of the season. Esther Anderson has ridden her mother’s ‘Jims Patch’ occasionally this year; they scored 74.21% to win their first attempt at a Prix Caprilli test (dressage with showjumping). “I had so much fun doing it; I should’ve done it at a show before and not left it so late!” she said.

In the senior classes, several members competed 4 yr olds with Ben Westgate on Connor winning Prelim 14 and Olivia Futter (Dwyfor Tigerlily) third; Sasha Bilham with her 16.3hh (and growing) Apache Pieces scored mid-60%s in both Prelims. ‘Dino’, home bred out of her well-known and much-loved mare, Jigsaw Pieces, is by local stallion Amour G. “She was a true saint and my horse of a lifetime; that’s why I bred Dino. He has big boots to fill’ says Sasha.

Dressage Intro B 1 Jennie Moran - Martinside Driftwood; 2 Martine Holden – Tegan. Prelim 14 Juniors 1 Millie Gray - Jack the Lad; 2 Lydia Kittle - Vulcano Caan; 3 Ellis Bull – Bella; 4 Darcey Foley - Polly Pocket.

Class 2S - Prelim 14 Seniors 1 Ben Westgate – Connor; 2 Anna High – Crackerjack; 3 Olivia Futter - Dwyfor Tigerlily; 4 Emily Shreeve - Boothby Brynjal. Prelim 19 Juniors 1 Grace Hockold – Bella; 2 Lydia Kittle Vulcano Caan; 3.Tallulah Lebon - Call on me Firecracker; 4 Nicola Broughton – Melick. Prelim 19 Seniors 1 Rachael Chandler - Smooth Criminal; 2 Jane Anderson - Jims Patch; 3 Karen Rose – Katie; 4 Ben Westgate – Connor. Novice 28 Juniors 1 India Vaughan-Jones - Fernhill Gogo; 2 Millie Gray - Jack the Lad; 3 -Olivia Howard - WHW Lanesfield Lyrical. Novice 28 Seniors 1 Sarah Youngs - Mystical Dreams; 2Tanya Betts - Bay Ffantasy; 3 Beth Storey – Eva; 4 Holly Mathias - Hunky Dory. Novice 38 1 Rachael Chandler - Smooth Criminal; 2 Jane Anderson - Jims Patch; 3.Karen Rose – Katie; 4 Sarah Youngs - Mystical Dreams; Elem 53 1 Charlotte Wright – Casino. Elem 59 1 Charlotte Wright - Casino. Prix Caprilli Juniors 1 Esther Anderson Jims Patch; 2 Nicola Broughton – Melick; 3 Lauryn Canham – Lucky. Prix Caprilli Seniors 1 Sarah Flatman Flash Harry; 2 Karen Rose – Katie; 3 Rebecca Sowinski – Marmaduke.

Showjumping 50cm ponies 1 Megan Owens – Zeus; 2 Sarah Youngs - Mystical Dreams; 3 Darcey Foley Polly Pocket. 50cm horses 1 Emily Wyatt – Moonlight; 2 Sophie Luck – Kyloski; 3 Ellen Holden - Mount Cottage; 4 Sarah Flatman - Flash Harry. 60 cm ponies 1 Morgan Lee - Midnight Thunder; 2 Ellen Debbage Hollizon Honeybee; 3 Sarah Youngs - Mystical Dreams; 4 Olivia Howard - Tip Top Timmy. 60cm horses 1 Sophie Luck – Kyloski; 2 Josh Atkins – Sienna; 3 Emily Wyatt – Moonlight; 4 Rebecca Sowinski – Marmaduke. 70cm ponies 1 India Fincham - My Lilia Rose; 2 Morgan Lee - Midnight Thunder; 3.Stephanie Howes - Trixies’s Silver Wynsana; 4 Ellen Debbage - Hollizon Honeybee. 70cm horses 1 Sophie Luck – Kyloski; 2 Josh Atkins – Sienna; 3 Carla Alexander - Dimond Cluster; 4 Tasha Newby – Batman. 80cm ponies 1 India Fincham - Phantom Dreamaker; 2 Stephanie Howes - Trixies’s Silver Wynsana; 3 Laura King – Merlin; 4 India Fincham - My Lilia Rose. 80cm horses 1 Carla Alexander - Dimond Cluster; 2 Joanne Masterson – Lewis; 3 Julia Cox – Ruby; 4 Jordan Wake – Monty. 90cm ponies 1 India Fincham - Phantom Dreamaker; 2 Imogen Rowland-Scone - Stormydown Ronaldo. 90cm horses 1 Olivia Hornagold - Hoi Polloi; 2 Rhiannon Trenton - Liberal Lady; 3 Bethany Hams - Private Matinee; 4 Lucy Blowers - Lady II. 100cm horses 1 Tessa Fox - Dunkerrin Misty Lad; 2 Rhiannon Trenton - Liberal Lady; 3 Bethany Hams - Private Matinee; 4 Olivia Hornagold - Hoi Polloi.

22nd October Wix EC: Novice Evening Jumping 18” 1 Alfie Bennett – Teddy; 2 Acacia Coombe – Spiderman; 3 Sara Carew – Brodie. 2’ 1 Aoife Rew – Molly; 2 Alfie Bennett – Teddy; 3 Saffron Grover-Croft – Dandy; 4 Paige Humble - Mrs P. 2’3 1 Aoife Rew – Willow; 2 Harry Prideaux – Saucy. 2’6 1 Abi Taylor – Nina; 2 Kayleigh Mead - Last Man Standing. 2’9 1 Aoife Rew – Willow; 2 Megan Neilson-Britton - Don’t You Dare.

Codham Park Equestrian: Jumpcross League Winners X-Pole Juniors 1 Phoebe Jefferies – Mozart; 2 Christy Brandl – Magic; 3 Joseph Hanks - Bleachgreen Distinction. X-Pole Seniors 1 Shelly Mason – Archie; 2 Louise Hurford - Noels Pride. 50cm Novice Juniors 1 Phoebe Jefferies – Brook; 2 Chloe Henderson - Daisy-May; 3 Emma Turtle – Toby. 50cm Novice Seniors 1 Carol Chapman – Monty; 2 Wendy Houghton – Sabine; 3 Shelly Mason – Archie.

70-75cm Intro Juniors 1 Phoebe Jefferies – Brook; 2 Emma Turtle - Owen Maxwell; 3 Rosie Turtle Bonny Touch. 70-75cm Intro Seniors 1 Clare Linsell-Clark - Bump It Up; 2 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; =3 Zambra - Laura Banning; =3 Debra King - The Huntsman. 80-85cm Intermediate Juniors 1 Emma Turtle - Owen Maxwell; 2 Ellie Walker – Rabbit.

80-85cm Intermediate Seniors 1 Shani Redgrave - Balleighter Lad; 2 Davina Gray - Super Ted; 3 Caroline Fordham - Lovalding.

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LOCAL SHOWS 25th October

28th October Wix EC: Very Novice Showjumping

Codham Park EC: Unaffiliated Showjumping 30cm X Pole 1 Anna lees – Mozart; 2 Lola Dunn – Laurel; 3 Zoe Atkinson – Lindal; 4 Ben Gower – Rhianna. Horses 1 Clare Grant – Charlie; 2 Jorja Collinson – Fluer; 3 Rosie Bartlett – Smidge; 4 Helen Gisby – Tia. 50cm Novice 1 Hannah Spurgeon – Fairy Duster; 2 Lizzie Bradley – Mumbo Number Five; 3 Anna Lees – Mozart; 4 Izzy Cleghorn – Eddie. Horses 1 Clare Grant – Charlie.

50-60cm Accumulator 1 Demini Walker – Midnight Shadow; 2 Allegra Aquibb – Laurel; 3 Natasha Worsick – Barney; 4 Evie Haley – Fizzy Splash. Horses 1 Kirsty Faulkner – Jammy Dodger; 2 Beth Bloss – Ronnie; 3 Amy Fenelon – Baloubumpy; 4 Sasha Perfect – William. 70-80cm Accumulator 1 Emily Wood – Harlequin Jelly Babe; 2 Lacey Lazell – Prince Louie; 3 Megan Saunders – The Artful Dodger; 4 Lauren AbrahamMilton – Boots. Horses 1 Amelia Marino – Libby; 2 Anja Moret – Westford Lenny; 3 Laura McKinley – Cahernacole Ned; 4 Lucinda Gibson – Paddy H. 60-80cm & 70cm Speed 1 Abi Coverdale – Just Bob V; 2 Phoebe Jefferies – Brook The Unicorn; 3 Megan Saunders – The Artful Dodger; 4 Hettie Meadows – Baileys. Horses 1 Kirsty Faulkner – Jammy Dodger. 70-90cm & 80cm Speed 1 Abi Coverdale – Just Bob V; 2 Alex Curran – Oakley Mist; 3 Alex Curran – Quicksilver; 4 Sophie Weaver – King Of Diamonds. Horses 1 April Reid – Phoenix Fudge; 2 Charlotte Sutton – Millie. 80cm1m 1 Alex Curren – Oakley Mist; 2 Phoebe Jefferies – Little Miss Amazon; 3 Emily Wood – Harlequin Jelly Babe; 4 Sophie Weaver – King Of Diamonds.

Horses 1 April Reid – Phoenix Fudge; 2 Sophie James – Tineka; 3 Charlotte Sutton – Millie. Fancy Dress winners Jamie Barnes - Santa’s Little Helper; Imogen Renalds - Me & My Shadow; Vanessa Santomauro – Harry; Emily Wood - Harlequin Jelly Babe; Beth Murphy - Thomas Town; Charlotte Sutton – Millie; Alex Curran - Oakley Mist.

25th October Lime Kiln Farm EC: Halloween Fun Day 20cm Lead-rein 1 Amelia Gallant - Idyllic Isadora; 2 Mollie Stephans – Silver; 3 Milly Hayward – Lily; 4 Evie Bond-Smith – Willow. 20cm 1 Caitlin Thurston – Maggie; 2 Jasmine Watson – Cruiser; 3 Robbie Bell – Captain; 4 Gracie Martin - Mist Dew. 30cm Lead-rein 1 Evie Bond-Smith – Willow; 2 Mollie Stephans – Silver; 3 Harley Barlow – Merrylegs. 30cm 1 Robbie Bell – Captain; 2 Elaine Wilson – Jake; 3 Caitlin Thurston – Maggie; 4 Holly Walker – Star. 40cm 1 Toni Bishop – Ranger; 2 Elaine Wilson – Jake; 3 Bee Howlett - Sliverbridge Fergus; 4 Rosie Walker – Star. 50cm 1 Louis Taylor – Rosie; 2 Poppy Suiter – Smurf; 3 Rosie Walker – Star; 4 Linda Gant - G Force. 60cm 1 Sophia Bassett – Johny; 2 Elizabeth Taylor – Albert; 3 Louis Taylor – Rosie; 4 Kim Ruddock – Frank. 70cm 1 Ruby Vaughan-Jones – Teddy; 2 Sophia Bassett – Johny; 3 Laura Mitchell - Brookfield Joe; 4 Jo Gibbons – Meg. 80cm 1 Laura Mitchell - Brookfield Joe; 2 Ruby Vaughan-Jones – Teddy; 3 Sophia Bassett – Johny. Fancy Dress 1 Henry Kinsley – Willow; 2 Pippa Fowler – Chalky; 3 Caitlin Thurston – Maggie; 4 Ruby Vaughan-Jones – Teddy.

12” 1 Summer Kingbury - HRA Eddie; 2 Maddie Hughes – Tiffany; 3 Tegan Andrews – Annie; 4 Maddie Springett - HRA Jasper. 18” 1 Lily Cane – Max; 2 Maisie Philpot – Jack; 3 Loren Davies - HRA Fizz; 4 Tegan Andrews – Annie. 2’ 1 Jess Fenn Pixie Lot; 2 Lily Cane – Max; 3 Lauren Mallett HRA Connie. 2’3 1 Maisie Andews – Jack; 2 Saffron Grover-Croft – Dandy.

Maysie Philpot and Jack

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Emma Turtle on Owen Maxwell

40cm Team Winners Fairstead; Toby Moore Tinker, Luie Hall – Zosro, Ryan De Sousa – Jelly, Amelia Stokes – Tigga. Ind 1 Ryan De Sousa – Jelly; =2 Daisy Twin - Spot The Buttons; =2 Luie Hall – Zosro. 50cm Team winners Aoife Rew on Fairstead; Amelia Stokes – Willow and Eliza Tigga, Ryan De Sousa – Tribe on Murphy Jelly, Luie Hall – Zosro. Ind 1 Libby Sutherland – Spirit; 2 Albert Holland – Angel; 3 Photos: Kindly Supplied Ryan De Sousa – Jelly; 4 Molly Wing – Owen. 60cm Teams Manningtree School; Sarah Endean - Bunnow Magpie, Saffron Sutherland – Pip, Mollie Townes – Fabio, Ashleigh Townes - Little Buster. 2 Fairstead; Amelia Stoker – Tigga, Ryan De Sousa – Jelly, Luie Hall – Zosro. Ind 1 Molly Townes – Fabio; 2 Amelia Mahoney - Bay Babe; 3 Liberty Sutherland – Spirit; 4 Sarah Endean - Bunnow Magpie. 70cm 1 Liberty Sutherland – Spirit; 2 Lara Mallinson – Ollie; 3 Ashleigh Townes – Fabio; 4 Sarah Endean - Bunnow Rocket. 70cm Mini Teams Orwell Park; Lucia Barlow - Blue Arrow, Lily Hill - Pocket Rocket, Lara Mallinson – Ollie, Bea Andrews – Teddy. Ind 1 Jessica Simpson – Spot; 2 Aoife Rew – Willow; 3 Eliza Tribe – Murphy; 4 Lily Hill - Pocket Rocket. 80cm Teams Orwell Park; Lucia Barlow - Blue Arrow, Lily Hill - Pocket Rocket, Lara Mallinson – Ollie, Bea Andrews – Teddy. Ind 1 Aoife Rew – Willow; 2 Eliza Tribe – Murphy; 3 Niamh Healy – Finnegan; 4 Charlotte Hilliard – Bertie. Intermediate Teams 90cm Tendring Technology College; Leah Hayes – Tango, Danielle Bennett - Raz Mac Taz, Frankie Power - Tweet All, Tia Foster - Bill Canyon. 2 Sixth Form College; Jess Kluss – Sparky, Niamh Healy – Finnegan, Chloe-Ann May - Mr Noah Lot, Eloise Hall – Bob. Ind 1 Emma Turtle - Owen Maxwell; 2 Amy Thatcher – Jasper; 3 Danielle Bennett - Raz Mac Taz; 4 James Foxon - Selected For Me. Open Ind 1m 1 Chloe-Ann May - Mr Noah Lot; 2 Danielle Bennett - Raz Mac Taz; 3 James Foxon - Selected For Me; 4 Megan Cotton – Miley.

The College of West Anglia: Pony Club Showjumping 60cm Ind 1 Rebecca Everitt – Rita; 2 Paige Dodman – Strudel; 3 Imogen Searle – Scruffy; 4 Cian Murphy – William. Team 1 LLPC; Rebecca Everitt – Rita, Paige Dodman – Strudel, Imogen Searle – Scruffy, Innes Larwood Smith – Dylan the Dude. 70cm Ind 1 Emily Gredley; 2 Sarah Matcham – Alfie Valley Grey; 3 Jacob Searle – Image; 4 Joseph Barber. Team LPPC; Sarah Matcham – Alfie Valley Grey, Jacob Searle – Image, Rebecca Chelton – Apt to Run. 80cm Ind 1 Katie Cameron – Maylands Delight; 2 Tara Murphy – Sunhill Beauty; 3 Grace McEntee – Daisy; 4 Niamh Gill Ryan – Bucks Fizz. Team 1 SDPC; Katie Cameron – Maylands Delight, Tara Murphy – Sunhill Beauty, Niamh Gill Ryan – Bucks Fizz, Emily How – Molly. 90cm Ind 1 Phoebe Mozejko – Wesley; 2 Tara Murphy – Kitty Fisher; 3 Phoebe Plumb – Bob; 4 Victoria Mcllwraith – Bruce. Team 1 SDPC; Tara Murphy – Kitty Fisher, Phoebe Plumb – Bob, Victoria Mcllwraith – Bruce, Katie Cameron – Dundee Spirit. 1m Ind 1 Victoria Mcllwraith – Bruce; Katie Cameron – Dundee Spirit; 3 Phoebe Mozejko – Wesley; 4 Phoebe Plumb – Lester. Team 1 SDPC; Victoria Mcllwraith – Bruce, Katie Cameron – Dundee Spirit, Phoebe Plumb – Lester, Eloise Stringer – Haverford Sweet Sensation.

Katie Cameron riding Dundee Spirit

1st2nd November November Phoebe Mozejko riding Wesley

Rebecca Everitt riding Rita

Phoebe Plumb riding Lester

The College of West Lime Kiln Farm EC: Anglia: Unaffil Trailblazers Dressage Intro A 1 Aislinn Ryan – Fire In The Hole; 2 Showjumping Helen Cogan – Bonnie; 3 Zoe Whiffen – Harvey B; 4 Kara Cowell – Caaptain Oaks.-Intro 65cm Pony 1 Solie Stephan RoseBOf1 Aislinn 2Ryan – Fire InBulwer-Long The Hole; 2 Zoe Whiffen – Tralee; Honoria - Kings Harvey B; 3 Pauline Brimblecombe – Bonnie; 4 Conquest; 3 Honoria Bulwer-Long - Gold Helen Cogan – Bonnie. Prelim 13 1 Tia Dawn Chorus.

65cm HorseBrandel 1 Becky McCrindle – Orson; 2 Veronica – Dora; 3 Woodgate 2 Evie Mathews - The – Alex Belshaw––Zora; Mendlesham; 4 Sarah Hamlett Smartie.

Prelim 18 1 Presland Macy Desborough – Blu. Irish Zebra; 3 Molly - Little Boy Catlekelly Seb; 2Class Aislinn1Ryan Chilli; -3 Guy 70cm Speed Laura– Hot Mitchell Woods – Tobermory; 4 Linda Keaveney – Brookfield Joe; 2 Ann Jones – Guisho;Samuel 3 Pepys. PC Novice Test 1 Anna Czylok – Curolea Honoria Bulwer-Long - Gold Dawn Chorus; Mika; 2 Macy Desborough – Catlekelly Seb; 3 4Emily Honoria Bulwer-Long - Kings Conquest.

Procter – Rocky; 4 Katie Cameron – 75cm 1 Laura Mitchell Brookfield Joe; 2 Trevenning Morning Glory.-Novice 24 Louise Johnson – Ella; 2- Tasmin – Dougal; Tori Solie Stephan Rose OfLong Tralee; 3 Ann3 Jones – Templebrady William. Novice 1 –Webdell Guisho; 4 Becky Woodgate – Zora.2785cm – Dougal; 2 Jan 2Searle Doyles – 1Tasmin Cody Long Gannon – Sharni; Cody– Gannon Pride. PC Intermediate Test 1 Guy Woods – Blue; 3 Charlotte Munns - Red Hot Chilli Tobermory; 2 Lucinda May – Snowgoose.

Pepper; 4 Nick Rivett – 1Villager.

95cm–1 Elementary or Medium Sarah Hamlett Claire DoylesRivett Pride. – Sparky; 2 Cody Gannon – Sharni; 3 Jordanne Bonner – Rocky; 4 Cody AlexGannon Belshaw– Gannon – Blue. 1.05m 1 Cody riding Sharni; 2 Claire Rivett – Sparky; 3 Jordanne Mendlesham Bonner – Rocky.

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Wix EC Inter Schools

28th October

26th October

Very Novice 2’ 1 Lola-Jane Miller – Gypsy; 2 Daisy Minter – Bunny; 3 Chloe Wright – Kitkat; 4 Henry Minter – Molly. Novice 2’3 1 Lily Hill - Pocket Rocket; 2 Lara Mallinson – Rupert; 3 Tilly Hooper – Ozzie; 4 Henry Minter – Molly. Intermediate 2’6 1 Leah Hayes – Tango; 2 Imogen Hughes - Iceford Chester; 3 Amanda Hannant – Cash; 4 Imogen Mallinson – Rupert.

Intermediate Plus 2’9 1 Sarah Endean – Fly; 2 Rachel Chisnell – Murphy; 3 Izzy Ketteridge – Connie; 4 Jasmine Hawkins – Paddy. Small Open 3’ 1 James Foxon – Arthur; 2 Leah Hayes – Tango; 3 Eloise Hall – Bob; 4 Lizzie Thornton – Debbie. Open 3’3 1 Lizzie Thornton – Oscar; 2 Lizzie Thornton – Will; 3 ChloeAnn May - Mr Noah Lot; 4 Hayley Crozier – Phoenix.

29th October

1st November James Foxon on Arthur

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Lime Kiln Farm EC: British Dressage & Unaffiliated Dressage LKF Intro 3 1 Barbara Broadbent - Isserkelly West Clare; 2 Lucy Witton - Bubbly Jubbly; 3 Ella FairbairnDay - August Surprise; 4 Alison Lee – Lugano. Intro A Juniors 1 Freya Cade – Danny; 2 Lucy Witton Bubbly Jubbly; 3 Molly Marshall - Roughty Man; 4 Millie Taylor – Daisy. Intro A Seniors 1 Sheen Blyth Jensen Button; 2 Sarah Watson – May; 3 Barbara Broadbent - Isserkelly West Clare; 4 Chloe Bailey - Taste The Rainbow. BD Prelim 12 1 Cheryl Hunt. Briggsen; 2 Sharon Beeby. Godington Amon RA. Prelim 12 1 Sheen Blyth - Jensen Button; 2 Jacqueline Anderson – Woody; 3 Lisa Crossland – Missy; 4 Alex Danby – Bubbles. BD Prelim 14 1 Cheryl Hunt – Rouvin; 2 Cheryl Hunt – Briggsen; 3 Michelle Lowe - Vivendi Noble Cavalier; 4 Faye Davies - Echo’s Little Elephant. Prelim 14 1 Lisa Crossland – Missy; 2 Alex Danby – Patience; 3 Melanie Elliot - Snowy Long; 4 Alex Danby – Addy. BD Novice 30 1 Lucy Mason - Call Me Ishmael; 2 Cheryl Hunt – Rouvin; 3 Lindsey Wright - Alina 315; 4 Jessica Lawrence – Wolf. BD Elementary 42 1 Lucy Mason - Call Me Ishmael; 2 Jessica Lawrence – Wolf. BD Elementary 49 1 Lucy Mason - Call Me Ishmael; 2 Elise Scully - Fairy Tales; 3 Lindsey Wright - Alina 315. BD Medium 71 1 Elise Scully - Fairy Tales.

Guy Woods riding Tobermory

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2nd November

9th November

Wix EC: Pasada Showjumping Novice Pony 2’ 1 Alfie Bennett – Teddy; 2 Lola-Jane Miller – Gypsy; 3 Emma Samson Hillums Polka Dot; 4 Megan Leggett – Ellie. Intermediate Pony 2’3 1 Alfie Bennett – Teddy; 2 Lilli Hughes – Ozzie. Small Open Pony 2’6 1 Lucy Hinde - Miss Molly; 2 Olivia Lucas – Murphy. Open Pony 2’9 1 Josie Brosnan – Jimmy; 2 Olivia Lucas – Murphy. Novice Horse 2’6 1 Sarah Endean - Bunnow Magpie; 2 Abi Taylor – Nina. Intermediate Horse 2’9 1 Danielle Bennett – Mac; 2 Lucy Watson – Sam; 3 Emma Glover - Shamrock Manor; 4 Amanda Hannant – Cash. Small Open Horse 3’ 1 Ellen Carvey – Stephen; 2 Lizzie Thornton – Debbie; 3 Shannon Ryan Archer’s Aim; 4 Chloe-Ann May Mr Noah A Lot. Open Horse 3’3 1 Chloe-Ann May - Mr Noah Lot; 2 Lizzie Thornton – William; 3 Lizzie Thornton – Oscar; 4 Ellen Lilli Hughes 2nd in the 2'3 on Ozzie and Carvey – Stephen.

Lucy Hinde on Miss Molly 1st in the 2'6

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2nd November Warehill EC: Showjumping

Lucinda May riding Snowgoose

Lime Kiln Farm EC: Showjumping & Showing Fun Day

2’ 1 Maria Currant - Paddington Star; 2 Jessica Williams - Newtown Lad; 3 Alice-Rose Wilison – Marble; 4 Lorraine Peach – Tye. 2’3 1 Maria Currant - Paddington Star; 2 AliceRose Wilison – Marble; 3 Lorraine Peach – Tye; 4 Abi Dawset - Pie. 2’6 1 Sian Kalabza - Howen Penfold; 2 Charlotte McClurg - Stockshill Wacko Jacko; 3 Emma Shadwell – Tali; 4 Rhiannon Atkins - Belle.

Wix EC: British Dressage Intro B 1 N Smith – Hiske; 2 D Jackson – Squeaky. Prelim 1 1 K Pace – Wooley Day; 2 C East – Ralph. Prelim 12 1 L Green – Yogi; 2 S Overton – White Star; 3 C East – Ralph. Novice 28 1 S Dickson – Woodland Dancer. % Class 1 S Dickson – Woodland Dancer.

9th November Cowpasture Farm: Deben Riding Club Open Dressage

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Wix EC: British Dressage

70cm 1 S Eagle – Herbie. 80cm 1 J Gates – Desert Kingdom; 2 M Saunders – Jimmy’s Surprise. Ponies 1 N Gibson – Santini. 90cm 1 S Stearn – Kissemmie Rebel; 2 L Clay – Henry. Ponies 1 N Gibson – Santini.

1m 1 C May – Mr Noah Lot. British Novice 1 S Gallagher – Erne Echo; 2 J Allinson – Pharrell. 95cm 1 J Foxon – Selected For Me; 2 E Allinson – Dorey.

Discovery 1 J Allinson – Pharrell. 1m Open 1 L May – Sabrina Sky Lark.

1.05m Amateur 1 L May - Sabrina Sky Lark.

Novice Music 1 J.Aedy - Millbrook Poppy. Open 1 C.Knowles Corona’s. Elementary Music 1 M.Dawson - Cyrus III; 2 K.Paffey Tunnel Hill Backchat; 3 C.Shrimpton-Wicks - Victor IV; 4 T.Wingar - Thymeley Opposition.

Open 1 C.Knowles - Jackpots Mdomino. Medium Music 1 J.Littlejohn - Urban Knights. Open 1 S.Carmichael - Belle Amie.

Medium 61 1 J.Maddever - Idyllic Amazing Grace; 2 N.Cottrell - Pieces Of Eight. Open 1 J.Howard – Mylo.

Medium 73 1 J.Littlejohn - Urban Knight; 2 J.Maddever - Idyllic Amazing Grace. Open 1 J.Howard – Mylo. Ad.Medium 85 1 H.Theobald - Fabia Bee. Ad. Medium 102 1 L.Dixon - Hey Mambo; 2 I.Whiting - Zsu Zsu. Pick Your Own Test 1 S.Clement Mallaen Myrddin. Advanced Medium Music 1 H.Theobald Fabia Bee 16th November Prelim 15 1 J.Burgess – Paloderosa. Open 1 J.Mason – Monty. Novice 19 Q 1 J.Burgess – Paladerosa; 2 G.Miller - De Vossabelt Nibbit; 3 V.Ray – Colette.

Open 1 S.Tucker - Woodcroft Benedict. Novice 22 1 L.Dixon Incredible News; 2 M.Tricker - Delta Star Of Orion; 3 S.Parlour – Bonus.

Open 1 C.Mckenner – Filipas; 2 K.Brace – Ehrenstoliz. Novice 38q 1 L.Dixon - Incredible News; 2 M.Tricker - Delta Star Of Orion; 3 J.Montagu - Frithesden Chiff Chaff.

Open 1 C.Mckenner – Filipas; 2 K.Petley - Warden Fuselier; 3 T.Cresswell - Camilla Herself.

Elementary 45 1 L.Field – Aktie; 2 E.Maddock – Pacha. Open 1 J.Thompson – Sandiago; 2 J.Ladonikoas - Regal Destony.

Elementary 59 Q 1 L.Field – Aktie; 2 S.Stagg – Possibilities; 3 L.Skirrett - Royal Riste. Open 1 J.Thompson – Sandiago; 2 J.Lodonikoas - Regal Destony; 3 T.Aktins - Diamond Sun II.

20cm 1 Robbie Bell – Captain; 2 Holly Walker - BJ’s Celtic Star; 3 Molly Stephans – Silver; 4 Polly Harrison – George. 30cm Leadrein 1 Molly Stephans – Silver; 2 Polly Harrison – George. 30cm 1 Georgia Pooley – Olly; 2n Robbie Bell – Captain; 3 Holly Walker - BJ’s Celtic Star; 4 Caitlin Thurston – Maggie. Pairs 1 Hannah Stephan – Rosie & Stella Girling – George; 2 Anna Ong – Bailey & Libby Ong – Tommy; 3 Arabella Gingell – Biscuit & Daisy Linney – Jazz. Horse & Hound Relay 1 Georgia Pooley Olly & Roly; 2 Stella Girling - George & Soda; 3 Holly Walker - BJ’S Celtic Wix EC: Open Evening Star & Lola; 4 Nellie Ong - Bailey & Jumping Daisy. 40cm 1 Rosie Walker - BJ’s Celtic Star; 2 Rebe Harrison – Ziggie; 2’3 1 Caitlin Sutherland – Lucas. 2’6 3 Kate Joyce - Wellingham How 1 Julia O’brien – Tyler; 2 Caitlin Bizarre; 4 Hannah Stephan – Rosie.

Sutherland – Lucas. 2’9 1 Grace Accumulator 1 Solie Stephan - Rose Mcmahon - Penine Rose; 2 Julia Of Tralee; 2 Caitlin Thurston – O’brien – Tyler; 3 Lauren Johnson - My Maggie; 3 Stella Girling – George; 4 Destiny. 3’ 1 Chloe-Ann May - Mr Daisy Linney – Jazz. 50cm 1 Rosie Noah Lot; 2 Jenna Gates - Desert Walker - BJ’s Celtic Star. 60cm 1 Kingdom. 3’3 1 Chloe-Ann May - Mr Kate Joyce - Wellingham How Noah Lot; 2 Frankie Power – Spider.

Bizarre; 2 Lizzy Phillips – Jimmy; 3 Rebecca Hyde Parker – Sweep.

70cm 1 Lizzy Phillips – Jimmy; 2 Solie Stephan - Rose Of Tralee. Best Turned Out 1 Olivia Waller Wix EC: Evening Murphy My Man; 2 Henry Kinsley – Dressage Willow; 3 Pippa Fowler – Chalky; 4 Intro B 1 T.Masters - Mrs Brown; 2 Jasmine Bolting – Chester.

D.Rose - Lady Swells. Prelim 4 1 Prettiest Mare 1 Henry Kinsley – Willow; 2 Amy Pointen – Dinky; 3 H.Watts – Freckles; 2 L.Thornton – Jasmine Bolting – Pip; 4 Luke Debbie; 3 A.Ledger - Ginger Ninja.

Hansen - Capitol Kim. Most Prelim 18 1 E.Mclean – Ace; 2 Handsome Gelding 1 Pippa Fowler R.Harvey – Gemini; 3 S.Locke - Mr – Chalky; 2 Olivia Waller - Murphy Yummy; 4 L.Clover – Merlin. Novice My Man; 3 Kaitlyn Bolting – Chester. 28 1 E.Mclean – Ace; 2 L.Clay - Master Veteran 1 D.Farrell – Willow; 2 Morgan. % Class 1 J.Sizer - Haybells Olivia Waller - Murphy My Man; 3 Cinderella.

Luke Hansen – Gwin; 4 Kaitlyn Bolting – Chester. Best Novice Rider on Lead Rein 1 Luke Hansen - Capitol Kim; 2 Jasmine Bolting – Chester; 3 Pippa Fowler – Chalky; 4 Lime Kiln Farm EC: Henry Kinsley – Willow. Best Novice Rider 1 Hannah Stephan – Unaffiliated Dressage LKF Intro 1 Junior 1 Lucy Witton - Jubbly Rosie; 2 Olivia Waller - Murphy My Bubbly; 2 Millie Taylor – Daisy; =3 Annie Man; 3 Luke Hansen - Capitol Kim.

Macy Desborough riding Catlekelly Seb

Intro B Juniors 1 Molly Last – Penny; 2 Kerry Last – Puff. Seniors 1 Cathy Smith - Will I Am; 2 Angela Tuck – Fools Gold; 3 Louise Sandham – Woody; 4 Louise Thompson – Monty. Prelim 4 Juniors 1 Meghan Foreman – Tullamore Woodrow; 2 Jess Fosker – Summerhill Joy. Seniors 1 Julie Hicks – Lolly; 2 Hayley Scott – Hakuna Matada; 3 Stephanie Hohnson – Olly; 4 Louise Thompson – Woody. Prelim 13 Seniors 1 Amy Creasey – Rosie; 2 Julia Hicks – Lolly; 3 Amy Creasey – Twilight; 4 Hayley Scott – Hakuna Matada. Novice 28 Seniors 1 Fiona Goldsmith – Hugo; 2 Amy Creasey – Rosie; 3 Amy Creasey – Twilight; 4 Ali Firman-Andrews – Flirty. Novice 30 Seniors 1 Ali FirmanAndrews – Flirty; 2 Miranda Sutherland – Loretto; 3 Fiona Goldsmith – Hugo; 4 Jess Zampi – Nemesis. Elementary 42 Seniors 1 Jess Zampi – Nemesis; 2 Ali FirmanAndrews – Flirty.

15th-16th November

Wix EC: British Showjumping

12th November

14th November

6th November

Tia McCrindle riding Orson

9th November

16th November

Dixon – James; =3 Olivia Waller - Murphy My Man. LKF Intro 1 Senior 1 Sarah Mitchell - Brookfield Joe; 2 Barbara Braodbent. - Isserkelly West Clare; 3 Jane Temple – Danny; 4 Toni Purcell Fidleywood Flee. Intro B 1 Freya Cade – Danny; 2 Barbara Braodbent - Isserkelly West Clare; 3 Lauren Gordon – Tilly; 4 Toni Purcell - Fidleywood Flee. Prelim 13 1 Gina Mallett - Emperor Archiebald; 2 Kat Taylor – Tigger; 3 Gina Mallett - Miles of Smiles; 4 Annie Borrett – Skye. Prelim 18 1 Rosie Standing – Ruby; 2 Georgia Rose - Kasawel Gemini; 3 Sheena Blyth - Jensen Button; 4 Mel Mussell - Daddy’s Last Dollar. Novice 28 1 Gina Mallett - Emperor Archiebald; 2 Claire Burch - Templewood Isis; 3 Georgia Rose - Kasawel Gemini; 4 Gina Mallett Miles of Smiles. Novice 34 1 Claire Burch Templewood Isis; 2 Rosy Standing – Ruby.

20th November Wix EC: Dressage Intro A 1 Y Byford – Mario; 2 C Smith – Toce’s Bright Lass; 3 N Smith – Hiske; 4 A Kynaston – Cook. Prelim 4 1 C East – Ralph; 2 C Akers – Blue; =3 C Smith – Toces Bright Lass; =3 M Allen – Billy. Prelim 14 1 M Allen – Billy; 2 C East – Ralph; 3 C Smith – BUnienka. Novice 30 1 S Tomalin – Hoax. % Class 1 S Tomalin – Hoax; 2 W Lake – Pablo.

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Wherry Veterinary Group Bungay, Suffolk Working with you for the health and wellbeing of your equine companions.

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01986 892771 Ryder-Davies & Partners VETERINARY SURGEONS Our experienced equine team offer a range of services throughout Suffolk, South Norfolk & North Essex Services include: • Full lameness investigations • Teeth rasping & advanced dental work • Pre purchase examinations • Vaccinations, worming regimes • Equine reproductive stud work • BEVA accredited practice for chilled & frozen semen • Investigation of breeding problems in mares Facilities include: Inpatient and outpatient stabling with 24 hour care • Digital x-ray, In-house laboratory, endoscope & digital ultrasound.

We offer: Visits on a round-reduced visit fee Yard visit days- no visit fee • Spread the cost health plans Regular client information evenings & newsletters. www.ryder-daviesvets.co.uk

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Wherry Veterinary Group Wherry Veterinary Group has been caring for the Equine community of South Norfolk and North Suffolk for over 100 years. We provide both ambulatory and Practice based services to all types of horses from Shetlands to Suffolk Punches. Our seven vet team prides itself in delivering a friendly, economic and common sense personal service.

Our modern, purpose built premises provide stabling, stocks, a lameness work up area and a farriers forge. The Practice is well equipped with ultrasound, e.c.g., digital xray, a.i. facilities, in house laboratory and motorized dentistry and we have special interests in the fields of dentistry, reproduction and lameness. However, we are always prepared to refer cases to genuine specialists when necessary.

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24 hour emergency service Half price visit days E: islevets@googlemail.com www.islevetgroup.co.uk 52 ABSOLUTE HORSE DECEMBER 2014

Advanced dentistry, lameness, vettings, reproduction and routine work carried out in the comfort of your horse's home.

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SHOWDATE DIRECTORY DECEMBER-JANUARY 2015 TUESDAY 2ND DECEMBER DRESSAGE Beds: The College EC; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Showjumping - Indoor Arena. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; British Showjumping. Tel: 07785 521436 WEDNESDAY 3RD DECEMBER DRESSAGE Beds: The College EC; British Dressage. Tel: 01234 708400 DRESSAGE Beds: The College EC; Evening Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01234 708400 DRESSAGE Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Unaffiliated Clear Round Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 THURSDAY 4TH DECEMBER DRESSAGE Essex: Norton Heath EC; British Dressage. Tel: 01277 824860 DRESSAGE Essex: Wix EC; Dressage, Intro - Ad Med and Music. Tel: 01255 870744 DRESSAGE Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Winter Series Dressage. Tel: 07785 521436 SHOWJUMPING Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; Senior British Showjumping.

Tel: 01480 700236 FRIDAY 5TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Essex: Tiptree EC; Clear Round Showjumping, x-poles to 1’9. Tel: 01621 815552 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Overa Farm Stud; Unaffiliated Showjumping for cash. Tel: 01953 714911 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Open Evening Showjumping. Tel: 07785 521436 SATURDAY 6TH DECEMBER COMBINED TRAINING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Combined Training. Tel: 01708 687312

DRESSAGE Beds: The College EC; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01234 708400 DRESSAGE Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; British Dressage. Tel: 01480 700236 DRESSAGE Cambs: The College of West Anglia; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01223 860701 DRESSAGE Norfolk: Lime Kiln Farm EC; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01328 878282 EVENTER TRIAL Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Christmas Eventer Trial. Tel: 07785 521436 FUN SHOW Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Unaffiliated Christmas Fun Show Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Finchingfield EC; Clear Round Showjumping. Tel: 01371 811881 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Longwood EC; Minimus Showjumping. Tel: 01702 202520 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Norton Heath EC; IBRC Showjumping. Tel: 01277 824860 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Overa Farm Stud; Junior British Showjumping for cash. Tel: 01953 714911 SUNDAY 7TH DECEMBER ARENA EVENTING Suffolk: The Jays; Arena Eventing. Tel: 01284 386014 CARRIAGE DRIVING Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Indoor Carriage Driving Tel: 01760 722616 DRESSAGE Beds: The College EC; British Dressage. Tel: 01234 708400 DRESSAGE Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01480 700236 DRESSAGE Essex: Harolds Park Farm; Dressage. Tel: 01279 414310 SHOW Essex: Brook Farm TC; Christmas Show. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWING Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; BSPA Show. Tel: 01480 700236 SHOWING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Christmas Working Hunter Show. Tel: 07785 521436 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Finchingfield EC; Unaffiliated Christmas

Showjumping. Tel: 01371 811881 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Longwood EC; Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01702 202520 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Wix EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping for Pasada Trophies (horses am, ponies pm). Tel: 01255 870744 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Lime Kiln Farm EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping.

Tel: 01328 878282 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Overa Farm Stud; Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01953 714911 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Newton Hall EC; Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01473 785616 TUESDAY 9TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Showjumping - Indoor Arena. Tel: 01708 687312 WEDNESDAY 10TH DECEMBER DRESSAGE Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; British Dressage. Tel: 01480 700236 SHOWJUMPING Beds: The College EC; British Showjumping. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Unaffiliated Clear Round Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Wix EC; Open Evening Showjumping. Tel: 01255 870744 THURSDAY 11TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Newton Hall EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01473 785616 FRIDAY 12TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Pre-Olympia Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Novice Evening Showjumping. Tel: 07785 521436 SATURDAY 13TH DECEMBER DRESSAGE Cambs: The College of West Anglia; British Dressage. Tel: 01223 860701

DRESSAGE Essex: Longwood EC; Christmas Dressage. Tel: 01702 202520 SHOWJUMPING Beds: The College EC; British Showjumping. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; Senior British Showjumping.

Tel: 01480 700236 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Junior British Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Finchingfield EC; Clear Round Showjumping. Tel: 01371 811881 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Norton Heath EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping for cash.

Tel: 01277 824860 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Pre-Olympia Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Lime Kiln Farm EC; Schools Christmas Showjumping. Tel: 01328 878282 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: The Jays; NSEA Showjumping. Tel: 01284 386014 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Junior British Showjumping. Tel: 07785 521436 SUNDAY 14TH DECEMBER DRESSAGE Cambs: Fenning Farm EC; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01353 727109 DRESSAGE Essex: Finchingfield EC; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01371 811881 SHOW Essex: Norton Heath EC; Unaffiliated Christmas Show. Tel: 01277 824860 SHOWING Essex: Longwood EC; Christmas Showing. Tel: 01702 202520 SHOWJUMPING Beds: The College EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; Senior British Showjumping.

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SHOWDATE DIRECTORY DECEMBER-JANUARY 2015 Continued from previous page SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Harolds Park Farm; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01279 414310 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Pre-Olympia Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Lime Kiln Farm EC; Christmas Showjumping Fun Show. Tel: 01328 878282 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Overa Farm Stud; Unaffiliated Showjumping for cash. Tel: 01953 714911 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: The Jays; Xmas Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01284 386014 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Christmas Showjumping Show.

Tel: 07785 521436 TUESDAY 16TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Showjumping - Indoor Arena. Tel: 01708 687312 WEDNESDAY 17TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Beds: The College EC; British Showjumping. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Senior British Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Unaffiliated Clear Round Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Wix EC; Novice Evening Showjumping. Tel: 01255 870744 THURSDAY 18TH DECEMBER DRESSAGE Essex: Wix EC; Dressage (Intro - Ad Med). Tel: 01255 870744 SHOWJUMPING Beds: The College EC; Evening Clear Round Showjumping. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; Senior British Showjumping.

Tel: 01480 700236 FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Lime Kiln Farm EC; Novice Evening Showjumping. Tel: 01328 878282 54 ABSOLUTE HORSE DECEMBER 2014

A very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our readers !

SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Open Evening Showjumping. Tel: 07785 521436 SATURDAY 20TH DECEMBER DRESSAGE Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; Affiliated and Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01480 700236 DRESSAGE Essex: Norton Heath EC; British Dressage. Tel: 01277 824860 EVENTER TRIAL Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Indoor Eventer Trial. Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Beds: The College EC; British Showjumping. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Cambs: The College of West Anglia; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01223 860701 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Lime Kiln Farm EC; Senior British Showjumping.

Tel: 01328 878282 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Christmas Cross Pole Competition.

Tel: 07785 521436 SUNDAY 21ST DECEMBER DRESSAGE Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; British Dressage. Tel: 01480 700236 DRESSAGE Essex: Norton Heath EC; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01277 824860

DRESSAGE Norfolk: Overa Farm Stud; Unaffiliated Dressage. Tel: 01953 714911 HORSE TRIALS Beds: The College EC; 3 Phase Arena Horse Trials. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOW Essex: Harolds Park Farm; Christmas Show. Tel: 01279 414310 SHOW Essex: Wix EC; Christmas Show. Tel: 01255 870744 SHOWING Cambs: Houghton Hall EC; Showing Show. Tel: 01480 700236 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Longwood EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01702 202520 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Lime Kiln Farm EC; Christmas Showjumping. Tel: 01328 878282 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 07785 521436 TUESDAY 23RD DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Showjumping - Indoor Arena. Tel: 01708 687312 THURSDAY 25TH DECEMBER

HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!

SUNDAY 28TH DECEMBER CARRIAGE DRIVING Essex: Wix EC; Indoor Carriage Driving. Tel: 01473 735732 FUN SHOW Essex: Norton Heath EC; Unaffiliated Fun Show. Tel: 01277 824860 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Easton & Otley College; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01603 731577 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: The Jays; Unaffiliated Showjumping. Tel: 01284 386014 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; Waveney Harriers Showjumping Show. Tel: 07785 521436 MONDAY 29TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Essex: Wix EC; Pony Showjumping Show. Tel: 01255 870744 TUESDAY 30TH DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Evening Showjumping - Indoor Arena. Tel: 01708 687312 WEDNESDAY 31ST DECEMBER SHOWJUMPING Essex: Wix EC; Very Novice Showjumping. Tel: 01255 870744 THURSDAY 1ST JANUARY

HAPPY NEW YEAR! SATURDAY 3RD JANUARY ARENA EVENTING Essex: Wix EC; Arena Eventing. Tel: 01255 870744 SHOWJUMPING Beds: The College EC; British Showjumping. Tel: 01234 708400 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Brook Farm TC; Junior British Showjumping. Tel: 01708 687312 SUNDAY 4TH JANUARY CARRIAGE DRIVING Norfolk: Forest Edge Arena; Indoor Carriage Driving Tel: 01760 722616 SHOWJUMPING Essex: Wix EC; Unaffiliated Showjumping for Pasada Trophies. Tel: 01255 870744 SHOWJUMPING Norfolk: Overa Farm Stud; Unaffiliated Showjumping for cash. Tel: 01953 714911 SHOWJUMPING Suffolk: Topthorn EC; New Years Showjumping Show.

Tel: 07785 521436

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LEASE FOR SALE: LONG ESTABLISHED EQUESTRIAN RETAIL BUSINESS SITUATED ON SUFFOLK/NORFOLK BORDERS

Eva Kemplay, owner of the Ride n Drive Equestrian business is retiring after 50 years of trading.

The lease of the building is up for sale which includes fixtures and fittings, IT system and fully functioning office.

Saddlery, country clothing everything except the horse!

“I would love to hand the keys over to somebody to enable them to start with all the tools to function as a retailer.”

Eva Kemplay

Come and look around and see the potential call Eva on 01502 740771 for more information.