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Contents

From The Editors Once again we are proud to present another issue of Equine News.

Sarcoids Cancers Are Spread by Flies

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We would like to welcome new readers and we trust that our regular, existing readers are still enjoying our selection of articles and content each season. Anyone looking for previously run articles, can access them on our website:.................................... www.equinenews.com.au where all issues are also viewable.

Rattles in Foals

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What is a good Rope Halter

10-11

Centering in the Horse

12-15

Various Types of Saddle Panel Fillings

16-17

Premature Foal Research Survey

18-19

Hernias in Horses

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See you all in 2015!

Area Map

24-25

Kerrie & Jo

Coming Events

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Service Directory

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Sarcoids Cancers are spread by Flies!!!

By Dr Oliver Liyou BVSc (Hons1) MACVSc (Eq Dent) CMAVA.

Equine sarcoids are by far the most common skin cancers on horses worldwide.

They can affect horses of all ages. They can occur anywhere on the horse's skin. As there are 6 different types, they are easily mistaken as other types of skin lesions. They can be devastatingly hard to get rid of at times, and flies are the way they spread between horses and on individual horses!

At the Australian Veterinary Association conference in Perth this year, Professor Derek Knottenbelt, a world expert in Equine Sarcoid Cancers, enlightened a roomful of equine veterinarians as to the latest findings on these frustrating skin tumours!

The key take home point is that we as veterinarians and horse owners need to think very carefully as to the way we think of and manage these tumours. Even though they are occur only on the skin and just under the skin, and can spread to surrounding tissues, it is fortunate that they do NOT spread internally like other malignant tumours. However, Prof Knottenbelt explained that: 1) Equine Sarcoids ARE a cancer!

2) They are spread by flies to other parts of the horse and even possibly to other horses!

3) They are NOT warts!

4) Careful consideration needs to be given to control and manage sarcoids, early in their course of disease!

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The exact cause of Equine Sarcoid is still not established. The bovine papilloma virus may be involved, but has never been proven to cause the cancer. Because there are 6 forms of the cancer that all appear different, they can often go undiagnosed for some time! Any skin lesion on your horse should be pointed out to your equine vet when they examine your horse, as failure to manage these cancers correctly can be disastrous! They can behave unpredictably, and the less severe forms can progress rapidly to the more aggressive forms if traumatised or “annoyed” by ineffective treatments. One of the identifying features of the equine sarcoid is the appearance of a “halo” around the lesion.

This sarcoid on the side of the belly has the characteristic halo around it.

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It has been discovered that some lines of horses are genetically predisposed to Sarcoids, and these lines carry genes that can be identified. However, not ALL the horses carrying these genes will get sarcoid, so there is more to it than genetics alone..

. The . sarcoid . . may. just .look like . a.bit of. proud . flesh . that . is not . healing . . .

If you have surgery on a horse, or your horse gets a wound when it already has a sarcoid lesion on another part of its body, it is recommended to cover that sarcoid, or apply fly repellent before and after the surgery/wound heals, so that flies don't land on it, and then fly to the wound site, as spread of the cancer cells to the surgical site or wound can occur. One sarcoid is enough to have to deal with and worry about!!!

Diagnosis To diagnose an equine sarcoid, careful consideration by the equine vet using the appearance, history, behaviour and location of the lesion will usually be adequate. Sometimes though a biopsy may be required, especially if the lesion has started in a poorly healing wound or is infected. Biopsy is not recommended in all cases of suspected sarcoids, as the surgical biopsy may “awaken” the lesion and cause it to expand and spread!!!

Open wounds are at risk of having sarcoid cancer cells deposited into them by flies who have come from other sarcoids.

Treatment Options These are wide and extensive and indeed over 20 treatments have been described by researchers over the years in veterinary literature. That is not to mention the myriad of other cocktails that have been applied, including raspberry jam, shoe polish, marmite and vegemite!

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Sarcoid Cancers are spread by flies continued...

Electrocautery surgery should only be performed by experienced surgeons on lesions around eyelids.

Occasionally a horse with sarcoid will spontaneously resolve the lesion on its own! This horse will be extremely unlikely to ever get another sarcoid in its life!

Some of the veterinary treatment options include radiation (often successful but is expensive and not often available or practical), freezing, surgical excision, electro-cautery, laser, topical creams and ointments, chemotherapy and acupuncture.

The sad reality though, is the reason for so many treatment options available, is that NOT ONE is successful 100% of the time. The better treatment options, if performed correctly, will be successful in 70 % of cases!

Choosing whether to treat or just to monitor the sarcoid, needs careful consideration and discussion between owner and veterinarian. Things such as location on the horse, behaviour or the cancer, growth rate, type of sarcoid, budget of the owner, ability of the owner and veterinarian to manage the treatment protocols all need to be taken into account.

When the decision is made to treat the sarcoid, the best possible option should be used first up, as that will be the best chance you get to beat the cancer! This is due to the fact is that if the initial treatment fails to resolve the cancer, then the prognosis , or likelihood of beating the cancer, will be 40 % less than before the first treatment was started!

If the sarcoid is quiet and not doing much and in a hard to treat location, then it may well be best to leave it alone unless it “decides� to grow rapidly in size. Thus recording its size and photographing it is important in monitoring it.

Summing up The take home message is that if you have a suspicious skin lesion on your horse that you don't know what it is, or a wound that won't heal, have your equine veterinarian check it and discuss options with you. For leaving it may not only be leaving your horse at risk of having a worsening case of equine sarcoid, but it may also be making other parts of the horse , or indeed other in contact horses, at risk of getting equine sarcoid if the initial lesion is spread by flies!

About the Author Dr Oliver Liyou is an Equine Veterinarian in Grafton NSW who is passionate and dedicated to improving the lives of all horses through the latest veterinary and dental care techniques.

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Varicous form of sarcoid on the face.

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RATTLES

in foals

The Rhodococcus Equi bacterium is a common soil dwelling organism which can live in the soil for approximately one year. It can be ingested from the pasture by the foal and it survives and multiplies in the foal's gut. It can also be contracted by inhaling dust from the soil or from contaminated faecal particles, or by direct nose-to-nose contact with an infected foal. It is VERY infectious - particularly in young foals and can have a high mortality rate.

The disease commonly affects foals between one and six months of age, however research indicates that a foal may become infected from as early as birth onwards. Current studies also suggest that even though the foal may have contracted the infection, in some cases clinical signs may not be obvious until the foal is between 30 and 90 days old. Research by the Queensland Horse Council has shown that the prevalence of “rattles” and the mortality rate from the disease is approximately 28%. This not only represents a huge economic loss to the breeding industry, but the effect of the lung damage that can occur has a huge negative impact on the athletic performance of foals that do recover.

Although 'rattles' most commonly causes a severe broncho-pneumonia and lung abscesses it can also affect other body systems causing septic arthritis (infection of the joints), osteomyelitis (infection of bones), diarrhoea, inflammation of the lymph nodes, spinal cord abscesses and other immune related diseases.

Rattles' in foals is an infection caused by the bacterium Rhodoccus Equi. It is an extremely debilitating disease, sometimes with a high mortality rate, and has the potential to cause immense financial and emotional hardship particularly in studs where large numbers of foals are bred.

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Good management strategies may help to minimise the impact of this disease.

Prevention: Not all foals will develop the disease even though they may have been exposed to the bacteria. It may be a combination of the strength of the foal's immune system being able to combat the disease as well as farm/stud management practices to reduce dust that can help to minimize the impact.

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Because foals mainly contract the disease by inhaling / ingesting contaminated dust, the key to preventing infection is careful farm management and attention to animal hygiene.

· Maintain foaling paddocks with a good pasture cover. · Avoid keeping foals in dusty yards. · Irrigation of pastures & damping down of holding yards to minimise dust.

· Avoid overcrowding of foaling paddocks. · Remove manure daily to reduce faecal contamination of pasture in · · · · ·

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Monitor the temperature of young foals daily.

Ensure that foals have an adequate volume of colostrum from the mare.

Give foals an IGG test at birth and treat with plasma if they do not have a sufficient level of immunoglobulins (antibodies) in the blood.

Isolate suspect cases from other foals.

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What is a good Rope Halter?

With so many different products on the market each promising the world, how do you know that you are getting a high quality, well fitting rope halter? It all starts with, and ends with Quality.

The material that your halter is made of plays a huge part in how long it will last and its performance. It will also determine the price. When looking for quality you need to look for a material that will stand the weather, sun and wear and tear. There are so many different materials out there that it can be hard to choose. Something like a polyester yachting rope is a great material for halters. It is strong and wears well in the weather, along with being relatively easy on the hands. The braid also plays a big part in how long your halter will last. But that is a whole other article! Look for something that is soft in the hand and not loose in the braid. You also want to avoid any rope that has stretch for many reasons. A stretchy halter can teach your horse (especially when working with young or stubborn horses) to lean against you a fight you. A stretchy halter is also often a weak halter.

The construction is what makes a good material into a great product.

Anyone can “slap” a halter together with a bit of practice. But it takes a professional to “make” a halter. Things to look for in a quality halter are tight, straight knots. This means that the knots lay straight and don't twist the rest of the halter. You can check this by holding the cheek knots like it is on the horse and giving the whole halter a good shake! If it doesn't twist into a big mess, most of the time it has straight knots. We call this, “bucking the horse” Twists between knots can cause just as much trouble as twists in the knot.

Hold a length of rope from your halter and notice the braid of the rope. It has lines. If that length has a twist it will show here. The “lines” will twist around the rope like a maypole. If there are no twists the lines will be straight.

Proportions that halter may have had. Now have a look at the halters that hang nicely on the rack. They will most likely have tighter knots that are not spongy and soft.

These will hold their shape and their proportions.

A rope halter is made from one length of rope so the ends have to join at some point, which happens to be over the ears.

Simple things to check.........

1) That the “weld” where the ends join is smooth and has a firm hold on the rope.

2) That there are no “gaps” between the core and where the rope feeds into each other and that the end and over the ears is not too short....................

Weld

Proportions play a huge part in the make of a halter! This determines where the knots sit and how it will affect your training. The horses face is full of pressure points, cartilage and nerves. So having the halter in the correct place is extremely important......................................................................

Look at your horses face from the side. Notice the long bone that runs down the front of the face on each side. It stops 2/3 of the way down the face. 2 fingers below this is where your nose knot should sit. This is far enough away from the eye that it will not interfere with the horse's vision and will not irritate the eye and far enough away from the nose not to break any fine cartilage or interfere with the airways. It is also in a great spot for training using pressure points..................................................................................

NEVER use a halter with 3 or 4 nose knots!

This is very, very important! These halters can cause all sorts of problems for your horse. Using extra nose knots can and WILL break cartilage, affect the air ways and cause pain and later problems for your horse..............................................................

1 Lines in rope braid

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Check Knot (circled)

Tightness of the knots is very important. Next time you are in your local saddlery have a look at the different rope halters. Some will sit nicely on the rack and others will look a mess. Head over to the messy looking halters or the “imported” halters and look at the knots. Often they will be spongy, soft and loose. This is going to cause problems. If they don't fall apart before you get them home, they will move on the horse and you will lose any

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Now it's not all about the nose when it comes to fit. A halter should naturally fall into the space behind the jowl/jaw. This is the most comfortable, least interfering fit. The size of the “nose band” is also very, very important and come back to what you are doing. You don't want have it so tight that the horse cannot open it mouth and you don't want it so loose that you have no contact.

Around 4 fingers space between the horses head and the fiador knot is recommended, but use your discretion as it comes back to your training methods.

Note in this photo the position of the halter.

The halter sits snugly behind the jowls, the nose knot is just below the facial crest and as a whole the halter cradles the head. The Fiador knot is a good distance from the chin but not so far that it is loose.

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Centering In The Horse

In a previous article on 'centering' I wrote mainly about 'centering' for the human and just touched on 'centering' in the horse. Why do we want the horse to be centered ? Because that is when they will be calm, confident and happy, which equals safe, they will also be in balance, healthy and athletic. Here are some more ideas on centering in the horse, but first it might be helpful to recap some of the key points about centering.

Centering is a mental, Emotional, physical and Spiritual place to be Inside yourself.

It is a state of being the unification of body, mind and spirit.

˜ Centering is the most important thing that I could ever teach anyone about horsemanship. ˜ Your centre (hara or dantian) is located in your lower abdominal area and going down into your pelvic area. The centre of your centre is about four fingers below your navel and about half way between the front of your body and the back of your body.

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˜ Your centre is the energy centre from where our greatest power can come from which is why it is so important in martial arts. Please note that the centre as we are talking about it here is different than your physical centre of mass. ˜ When we are centred, we still the mind, calm the emotions and bring the mind, emotions, body and spirit into balance and alignment. We connect to our “gut feeling” and thus are accessing the intuitive aspect of ourselves our spirit, or higher self. Great insight, wisdom and knowing are accessed in this state and this is what can make us great leaders for our horses. ˜ When we are centred we become emotionally neutral rather than emotionally volatile, which means that we respond rather than react.

We can respond without any attachment of negatively charged emotion. ˜ Being centred affects us physically, as it results in us being more balanced, strong and athletic because we are using the energy of the universe for strength and power.

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˜ When we are deeply centered we are also grounded. Think of grounded as being like energy going down through your legs and feet way down into the earth like the roots of a tree.

˜ When centred with a still mind, we are able to give clearer communication and cues to the horse and our thoughts become so clear that horses can start to pick up on them. ˜ Through being centred people develop that ever elusive and yet critical quality of FEEL, which then leads to timing and balance

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HOW do we get centred? ˜ CENTERING -Take your attention down to the physical area of your centre, the lower abdominal area and heading down towards the pelvis. Just taking your attention down there starts to take your energy there. Relax all of your muscles and allow any tension in the upper body to melt down into your centre. ˜ BREATHING - Breathe down into your centre. When we breathe we should expand our belly on the in breath. Most people tend to do the opposite. Deep abdominal breathing, where we expand the belly on the in breath stimulates the nervous system to relax. Even more than just expanding the belly forward, I like to think of expanding the entire centre in all directions equally. This expansion of the centre in all directions equally stabilizes our core which leads to better balance. ˜ GROUNDING - Imagine your energy going down through your legs and feet down into the earth like the roots of a tree growing down.

The horse's centre is located similarly to ours, with the centre of their centre four to eight fingers below (or behind in the case of the horse) the belly button and half way between the topline of the back and the lower line of the belly. In other words, the lower abdominal area, flank area and going back into the pelvis. The centre (energetic centre) as we are talking about it here, is different to the horse's physical centre of mass (or centre of gravity) which is also important to know about. As the horse becomes more “centred” in the energetic (mental and emotional) sense, their physical centre of mass (centre of gravity) shifts further back which is what physical collection is about. Physical collection or hind quarter engagement means that the horse's hind legs are supporting more of the horse's own body weight and the weight of the rider and saddle. It also means that the horse is pushing off the hind legs for propulsion as opposed to pulling themselves along with the front legs. When the horse is in an engaged state, the hind leg will bear the weight further forward under the body, up towards the girth area, under the “centre point” of the horse. The centre point is what I call the place where the centre of gravity would be for a horse in a highly engaged state of balance.

The red circle shows the horse's energetic centre.

˜ BODY SCANNING - Continuously have awareness in your body and scan your body for any tension. Tension blocks energy and traps emotion, it restricts us and restricts our horse. Release the tension by breathing and expanding into it or moving the tense spot.

The yellow circle shows where the weight and the horse's energy is when the horse is on the forehand or in a state of emotional stress.

Centering for Horses Just as centering is a mental, emotional, physical and spiritual state to be in for the human it is the same for the horse. As for the human, the horse's true physical power and athleticism comes when they are centered. We want our horses to be calm in their minds and stable in their emotions, alive and full of energy, powerful and athletic. At least that is what I am looking for in a horse. These qualities are present when the horse is centered, which also means in a state of calmness and relaxation. True and correct biomechanical movement, balance and hindquarter engagement can only occur when the horse is centered.

The blue dots indicate the centre of gravity (centre of mass) and where it shifts as the horse's weight/ posture shifts. At rest or when wandering around grazing it will be down and forward at the lower point of the shoulder. As a horse becomes more balanced, engaged in the hindquarters and centred, the centre of gravity shifts up and back to middle of the body. I also refer to this position of the centre of gravity as the centre point.

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Centering in the Horse continued...

When a horse is stressed, anxious, unconfident, scared, frustrated or angry, just like a person they are out of their centre and just like a person they are usually energetically caught up and full of tension in their chest (heart) area. Similar to a person that is in a state of fear, unconfidence or depression they would have a very sunken and tight chest area. This pulls the horse out of their centre and puts the horse on the forehand and in this posture it will be impossible for the horse to use its body in an athletic and healthy biomechanical way. A horse that is not centred will be on its forehand and conversely a horse that is centred will be in some degree of self carriage, engagement or collection.

Take your attention to the horse's torso – the part of the horse left if you cut off the neck, legs and tail - indicated in these diagrams by the red, horse blanket shaped area. Then imagine placing a spirit level inside. What is the level of the horse's balance? Is the horse tipped down at the front or tipped down at the back? If you imagined a large beach ball inside the blanket shaped area, where would the beach ball be sitting? Would it be rolled forward or rolled back?

In this diagram the beach ball is rolled forward The horse's balance (weight) and energy is much more in the front end.

Trapped energy and emotion can be held in any part of the body - throat, ribcage, hindquarter etc. and you will know of its presence due to the tension in the muscles and joints in a particular area of the body. Also to note though, is that when there is emotional tension in other body parts, there will also be tension in the chest area and the horse will not be breathing fully and expansively down into their abdominal area. Just as a person in a state of tension holds their breath or has shallow chest breathing, so does the horse. Horses should have deep and full abdominal breathing just as we should. If you sit on a horse when they take a full deep breath you will feel their whole back and ribcage lift and expand quite noticeably underneath you.

When we look at a horse we need to observe if it is centered or not. Is the horse relaxed ? What is the quality of the breathing? Is it in a state of balance like a tennis player at the end of the court waiting to play the ball after it is served, that is, a state of readiness to move in any direction at any time? The best place to observe these things and to start to develop them in your horse, is when you are working with your horse on the ground.

In this diagram the beach ball is rolled to the back, the horse is in an engaged state. The horse has its energy, balance and weight more on the hind end. This horse is more in its centre - getting its power to move from the hind legs rather than the front legs pulling.

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Ground yourself and hold that intention for the horse also.

Body Scan for tension - tension you feel in your own body could be yours or when you are connected with your horse it could also be theirs. Move and release any tight spots.

When you want to shift the balance in the horse you need to shift it in yourself whether you are riding or working with them on the ground. You do this by lengthening your sacrum down (below your belt), slightly rotating the pelvis so the tail bone tucks under a little more (without clenching or tightening the muscles in your buttocks or tummy) and at the same time lengthening your spine above your sacrum (above your belt). Raise and expand your ribcage and lift the sternum to point up towards the sky. Think about using your skeleton not your muscles to do this to avoid holding muscle tension and being in a state of contraction.

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When a horse is relaxed and calm and at the same time in a state of readiness to go, this mental and emotional state puts them into a physical posture of balance and being centred.

Likewise helping the horse find a physical posture of balance can help the horse to change their mental and emotional state.

You can think of it the same as in people – if a person is in a depressed state for example, there is a posture of head down, drooping rounded shoulders and a collapsed chest, slow or little movement or no movement at all. If they were to change their posture, open their chest, swing their arms, start moving more quickly and energetically and maybe even go for a run it would be very hard for them to stay in a depressed state. We can affect the physical body to influence the mind and emotions.

Ultimately, we want to be aware of and be working with the mind, emotions and physical body all at the same time. Getting the horse to physically shift their posture and get their balance back to the hindquarters and their energy back into their centre can help them to get into a better mental and emotional state.

For a really anxious horse getting them walking with relaxation and breathing fully will be an important first step in getting them centered. Backing horses up with the right feel and quality until they shift their weight more onto the hind legs will help them to get more into their centre. It must not be forced or rushed. They must back up in an absolute state of relaxation and let go completely of all tension in their backs and spine for it to have the effect of shifting their weight back in a correct biomechanical way. This is just one of many postural development exercises that I teach.

If a horse is at rest or at ease taking a break in between whatever you are doing it is perfectly fine and normal that they rest with the majority of their weight on the front legs, but before we ask them to move off we should get them into a state of balance on their hindquarters and into their centre. To do this we change our posture as indicated above and if they don't respond we can back them up to help them get their weight back.

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Various Types of Saddle Panel

Fillings Restuffing a saddle is a.. major part of a saddle fit...

The saddle panel should always be thoroughly inspected to make sure it has a smooth, even feeling. I often run my hands down the panel of the saddle to see what they feel like. This can be a major indication of what needs to be done to the saddle. After many years of repairs I can now usually tell where the original filling was/is and where the new filling has been added. I can also recognise the technique and how it has been filled.

When restuffing is done without removing the panel, PHS saddles have stuffing holes (little cuts) underneath the panels where I then use the correct saddler tools should be used to prevent damage to the leather itself.

It is not necessary to take a saddle apart for a restuff unless you are doing complete remove wool and restuff job. Workmanship comes into play here and usually you can see the neatness of the work by seeing 'how' the saddler fills the saddle...............................................................................

It is like wearing a pair of really.. comfy shoes OR it can be like.... wearing a pair of shoes filled.... with stones.....................................

There are several different types... of filler that can be used in saddles, depending on your discipline, your budget, and your preference.

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Some fitters use an amazing array of materials as filler in saddle panels, including thread rests, cotton batting, crumpled newspaper, and even old socks! Obviously, all of these defeat the purpose of having a smooth, lump-free panel bottom.............................................................................

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The next two types of panel filling have rather limited applications. Rubber or felt panels are usually found in hunter/jumper type saddles, and are incorporated into saddles which are often used on more than one horse.

Any discrepancies in fit are addressed with the use of pads – keyhole pads, sheepskin pads, etc. Unfortunately, if a saddle tree is too tight across the withers, a pad will only exacerbate the problem, which is why complete saddle fit using all 9 points of consideration is crucial. With felt or foam panels, the saddle either fits or it doesn't, because of the nonadjustable nature of the filler. Because these fillers are usually used on saddles with a wooden tree and a non-adjustable gullet plate, you have to make sure from the start that the saddle will fit the horse(s) it is intended for. A qualified saddler can change either of these into the more userfriendly wool or air stuffing, however, it is always advisable to start with an adjustable flocking when purchasing a new saddle.

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The latter is sold under the “Flair®” name. I have used flair for many years, however it doesn't suit all horses and or riders so I have reverted mostly back to wool flocked panels. I do however have some customers including a vet and a chiropractor who love it! So it just depends on the client and the horse. The biggest plus has to be the fact that the saddle cannot bridge.

Because of the way the bags are designed the air is able to flow through the saddle panel keeping a smooth even contact without and lumps, bumps, or bridging. ...................................................................................

Panel filler is just one of the considerations to do with fitting a saddle panel on your horse. You have to think of length and shape of the panel, width of the gullet (space between the panels under the saddle), panel wedges or gussets, integrated or independent panels, and shoulder relief panels.

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Horse Breeders Invited to Become Involved with 'Miracle Foal' Research

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ustralian breeders are being invited to help develop new management strategies for foals born prematurely by responding to a current survey into foaling experiences.

Researchers want to hear about foals bred in the past three years, and particularly those born prematurely or in a dysmature (under-developed) condition. The aim is to improve understanding of how such horses can be managed during their early years to prevent later development issues. Anyone who has bred a full-term or premature foal in the past three years and who responds to the survey can ask to be kept informed of future findings.

The Survey into Foal Development is being run by Jane Clothier, a postgraduate student at CSIRO and the University of New England. Jane, who has been an equine body worker for ten years in England and Australia, and who writes regularly for Equine News, explains that little is understood about managing premature foals for the long term.

“While a lot is understood about managing the neo-natal emergency that often accompanies a premature birth, less is known about the development problems that can follow. I am interested in hearing about foaling issues, and will be looking for case studies to assess in more detail. By understanding development issues more, I hope to contribute to management strategies to assist the young horse, whether relating to training, nutritional or therapeutic measures. However, I can only do it with the help of the people doing the hard work - the breeders.”

Horses have an extremely variable gestation period, as anyone who has spent seemingly endless weeks anticipating the birth of a foal will testify.

Foals born before 320 days of gestation are technically termed premature, although some may be just inside that time and be fine. Others may have acute neonatal issues and need veterinary intervention within the first days and weeks of life.

There are many reasons for premature birth in horses, but the most common is placental insufficiency. This is when the mare's placenta is not providing enough sustenance to the foetus, most commonly due to malnutrition or infection. In Australia, the processional caterpillar in paddocks is also an established cause of spontaneous abortion. (It is now clear that the mare ingests the hairs, or spines, which travel between the gut wall and the uterus, allowing bacteria to be introduced to the placenta.)

Also seen is hyperextension of the tendons. This is termed a flexural deformity, although it is probably better known as 'lax tendons'. This is when the foal's limbs appear to be dropped at the fetlocks, with the hooves rocked back so that the back of the pasterns almost touch the ground. In extreme cases, the front legs can bend back at the knee, due to the combination of incomplete ossification of the carpals (knee bones) and the hyper-extended tendons.

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It is well-known that many premature foals are smaller at maturity than their counterparts, and they can also display differences in physical development, such as underdevelopment of the knees and hocks due to incomplete ossification. This is characterized by a greater percentage of cartilage than normal in the carpal (knee) and tarsal (hock) 'cubic' bones. All foals have some bone development to complete, as softer and more flexible joints enable them to exit the birth canal with relatively long limbs.

Ossification is the process of cartilage converting to bone as part of the natural development process of a newborn foal.

However, in the premature foal, these joints can be as much as 60% cartilage. This is too much and means the joints are very weak. As the newborn premature foal stands and starts to run around, its weight can lead to these bones collapsing and becoming malformed. This can create a 'wedged' shape to the joint. This in turn often leads to angular limb deformity, particularly the condition called carpus valgus, with its knockkneed appearance.

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Note that not all foals with hyperextension of the tendons are premature.

However, some of these foals may be dysmature. This is when a foal is born at full-term, that is, 320 days gestation or longer, but with some of the signs of prematurity. They can also be known as 'immature for gestational age'. It's also important to note that not all premature foals have all the issues mentioned in this article, while some may have none at all. Likewise, some of these conditions are relatively straightforward to manage, while others are less so.

These developmental issues and other areas are the focus of the current research. If you have bred a foal that has been born prematurely (before 320 days gestation) you can become involved. The first step is to complete a 10minute survey by providing details of the foal, including the service and birth dates. You can then also offer the foal as a case study. This will mean submitting photographs of the youngster, its sire, dam and siblings for analysis.

Researchers may also ask to visit some of the young horses in the Equine News distribution area.

By participating, you can benefit from gaining more information that may help you to understand your prematurely born horse better, and this could help you to make tailored care decisions.

Jane Clothier will also help with any questions relating to the foal's ongoing physical development and management of the issues.

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HERNIAS IN HORSES Dr Jennifer Stewart BVSc BSc PhD Equine veterinarian and Consultant Nutritionist

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oth the veterinary and wikipedia literature agree on the definition of a 'hernia' as the '‌protrusion of an organ, part of an organ or the tissues that surround an organ through the wall of the cavity that normally contains it‌'. Hernias can be present at birth ie congenital, or occur after birth ie acquired. Most organs can herniate - meaning there are many different kinds of hernias, each requiring a specific management or treatment. The most frequent are umbilical hernias and inguinal hernias.

Umbilical hernia is a common congenital defect in horses - present in around 2% of foals - and may have a genetic basis. Thoroughbreds and Quarter Horses are at a higher risk for the defect than Standardbreds, and the incidence is twice as high in fillies. Predisposing factors include failure of normal development and closure of the umbilicus, infection at the site of the umbilicus, manually breaking the umbilical cord, ligation of the cord, or excessive straining.

The hernial sac may contain intestine. Assessment by a veterinarian will determine the size and shape of the hernial ring, contents of the hernial sac, reducibility of the contents and the nature of the tissue surrounding the ring. This enables differentiation from umbilical abcesses and strangulated hernias, and prevents misdiagnosis.

Most umbilical hernias less than 3 cm in diameter are uncomplicated, easily reducible and not associated with discomfort. They often resolve spontaneously within 4 months and do not require surgical intervention.

Manually reducing the hernia daily, with close monitoring for any changes in the appearance and size of the hernial sac will generally result in a good outcome. Small hernias which do not resolve in 6 to 12 months require surgery.

If the internal ring size is greater than 3 cm in diameter, natural repair is unlikely and the risk of intestine entering and becoming trapped in the hernia sac is high. Hence, hernias larger than 5 cm require early surgical intervention to prevent future complications. Complicated umbilical hernias occur in around 10% of cases - usually in foals 6 months or older with large hernias. They occur if loops of intestine herniate through the abdominal wall and pass into the hernia sac. Strangulation of the intestine in the hernia sac leads to colic or depression, risk of intestinal wall damage with leakage of contents into a fistula, and emergency surgery is necessary.

A variety of surgical and nonsurgical treatment options are available. Old methods such as application of hernia clamps on the body wall can have severe and serious complications, including infected open wounds, evisceration (where the abdominal contents descend through the opening), damage to gut organs and fistula formation. Abdominal bandaging is not effective because the bandage usually slips backwards.

Fortunately advances in technology have enabled us to use ultrasound to assess the contents of the hernia sac, and to choose from a range of surgical options - such as ring closure, tissue flaps, prosthetic mesh - to manage each case in the best possible way.

Between the abdominal cavity and the scrotum, lies the inguinal canal. Inguinal hernias (also known as 'scrotal hernias') occur when an abdominal organ, usually small intestine but can involve the bladder, protrudes into the inguinal canal. From there, the organ may come to rest in the scrotal sac, but it may push along the direction of the penis and come to rest under the skin of the penis. The second most frequent type of hernia, and although reported in geldings and a mare, inguinal hernias are usually found in stallions and foals. They follow breeding, trauma, routine castration, strenuous exercise or birth, and signs include swelling of the scrotal sac and colic.

Examination by an equine veterinarian is essential for early diagnosis and identification of intestinal or other organ involvement. With early diagnosis and treatment, mortality is very low. If diagnosis and treatment are delayed of inguinal hernias, mortality approaches 30%.

Hernias can happen almost anywhere inside the body, through any barrier and involving a range of organs. Diaphragmatic hernias are unusual but occur when abdominal organs pass through a tear or weakness in the diaphragm, and can be congenital or acquired. The site of the diaphragmatic hernia varies as well as the intestinal displacements into the chest - and both affect the outcome as surgical access may be difficult. When the rupture in the diaphragm is over 30cm long, surgical repair will be extremely difficult.

Diaphragmatic hernias have been found in association with trauma, extreme exercise, fighting, mating in stallions, congenital defects and birth in mares and foals. There can be a prolonged interval between the causal event and the onset of clinical signs, as often the herniation of organs through the rent is not directly related to the formation of the defect. In foals, it is most often associated with either congenital defects or difficult foaling leading to rib fractures.

Sometimes there are no predisposing factors but most affected horses present with colic and may have respiratory distress.

Rectal examination, ultrasound and radiography can assist the diagnosis, but in many cases laparoscopy or exploratory surgery are the only ways to reach a diagnosis. Surgery is the only treatment.

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The outcome depends on the length and location of the tear and the condition of the organs that have migrated through the opening. Organs that can herniate through the opening in the diaphragm include the small intestine, large intestine, spleen, stomach, liver and pancreas - or any combination of these. Once they have herniated they rarely move back into their normal position and blood supply can become compromised and the organs can strangulate. While advances in equine surgery over the last few decades have dramatically increased survival rates, additional factors associated with diaphragmatic herniation such as strangulated bowel and pneumothorax (the presence of air in the chest surrounding the lungs and preventing lung inflation and normal breathing) confound efforts to improve the prognosis for this condition. Ultimately, survival rates are around 50% with surgery, and 23% without....................................................................

The term 'external abdominal hernia' refers to the protrusion of abdominal contents through the abdominal wall. They can occur through a naturally present opening or be secondary due to defects in the muscles of the abdominal wall, and can be congenital or acquired. If congenital they can present as a soft swelling or mass protruding from the abdominal wall in newborn foals and diagnosis is confirmed with radiography and/or ultrasound examination. Congenital abdominal wall defects occur in many species including man, dogs and horses. They are thought to occur due to aberrant embryogenesis (development of the embryo) when the muscles in the left and right sides of the body fail to properly migrate and join together to close the abdominal wall, resulting in a defect.........................

Acquired abdominal wall defects can be due to trauma. In pregnant mares the weight of the pregnancy can cause rupture of the tendons that anchor the muscles to the pelvis, or separation of the midline muscles. Both allow the intestine to herniate out of the abdomen and rest under the skin, and both require surgery. In some cases, the hope of managing the mare long enough to raise her foal can be complicated by spinal cord trauma due to the weight of the unsupported abdomen.....................................................

Incisional hernias, due to mechanical tension on the healing wound, occur in 8-16% of horses that have abdominal surgery. Herniation of the intestine can occur after castration and the intestines can travel to many locations including through the wound, or under the skin. In addition, there many ligaments and bands of tissue within the body. In the abdomen, they function to position, stabilise and anchor organs like the stomach, spleen,

uterus, bladder, pancreas, kidney and liver to each other and to the body wall. Around these ligaments and tissues are spaces and normal openings through which organs can herniate. The risk increases with age as the organs shrink slightly and openings and gaps increase in size, and such hernias account for 5-25% of all intestinal strangulations. Internal herniations can also occur through and around adhesions – bands, strands and filaments of scar tissue that occur after surgery or infections and from wandering parasites (worms). These hernias are not associated with trauma or birth, but are just accidents that can happen in the normal course of events. Even the lining of joints, the synovia, can herniate out of the joint.

And finally, there are breed dispositions. There is clinical evidence that all kinds of hernias (and cryptorchids) seem to occur more often in Friesian horses; the incidence of umbilical hernias is higher (up to 43%) in Dutch warmbloods; abdominal wall hernias are more common in pregnant draught mares. Certain behaviours such as crib-biting and windsucking are also associated with an increased risk of hernias. But whatever the risk factors, breed or precipitating event, prompt veterinary diagnosis and treatment create the best conditions for a favourable outcome.©

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NSW - Ph: 02 9879 6777 14-15 Bulahdelah, 22-23 Dorrigo & Guy Faulkes

AGRICULTURAL SHOWS

Victoria - Ph: 03 9281 7467 14-15 Kyneton, 15 Casterton, 15 Clunes & Dist, 15-16 Lilydale, 15 Mansfied, 15 Noorat & Dist, 15 Omeo & Dist, 16 Beaufort, 22 Daylesford & Dist, 22 Yarram, 22 Yea, 28-29 Taralgon & Dist, 29 Yulecart, 30 Kingston.

BARREL RACING

ABCRA - www.abcra.com.au - ACA www.campdraft.com.au – NRA – www.nationalrodeoassociation.com 15 Armidale Rodeo - Ph: Ann Hone 02 6772 1708 15 Tarcutta Rodeo - Ph: Stan Coates 0429 409 817 16 Gunnedah Spur Up Jnr / Nov Char/Rodeo - Ph: Marie Crisp 0429 626 737 22-23 Ellerston Campdraft - Ph: Leanne Short 02 6546 5282 22 Geurie Rodeo - Ph: Nola Nicholson 02 6777 0966 22-23 Oberon Campdraft - Ph: Karen Bailey 0427 485 150 23 Geurie Jnr J/Pot Rodeo & Jnr Rodeo - Ph: Ros Press 0427 704 457 29-30 Comboyne Campdraft - Ph: Vicki Fisher 02 6550 4237 29 Gundagai Rodeo - Ph: Rochelle Nicholls 0417 092 766 29-30 Walcha Jnr Campdraft - Ph: Aleisha Clarke 0448 970 180

CAMPDRAFT & RODEO

CARRIAGE DRIVING

CUTTING

DRESSAGE & EQUESTRIAN ENDURANCE EVENTING & SHOWJUMPING NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP

15-16 15-17 20-23

National Barrel Horse Association Australia - www.nbha.com.au Australian Barrel Horse Association - www.abha.com.au ABHA QLD, SEQ Buckle Series Finals, Speed to Succeed, TBA - Ph: Sheree Bright 07 5486 7214 ABHA VIC, Boogie Webb Clinic, Ballistic Barrels, Bacchus Marsh C/draft Arena - Ph: Julie 03 5475 1103 ABHA, Equitana Australian Open, Melbourne Showgrounds - Ph: Sec: Jayne Lilly 03 5343 5118

15-16 15-16 21-22 22-23 22-23 29 29-30 29-30

Australian Carriage Driving Society - www.australiandrivingsociety.org 2014 Skye Park Australian Carriage Driving Classic, Longwood Vic - Ph/Fax: Jenny 03 5798 5246 NSW Fundraiser Weekend at Dunedoo - Ph: Chris & Carol Hills 0428 292 777 or 02 6374 1818 Vic Equitana Driving Comp, Melbourne Showgrounds - Ph: Wayne Armstrong 03 5288 7398 Qld Twilight Harness Show - Ph: Sherylyn Crisp 07 5497 4588 NSW Concours d'Elegance at Murrurundi - Ph: Rosemary Laing 0408 562 257 Qld 25th Anniversary Celebrations at Jimboomba - Ph: Lex McFarlane 07 5544 8263 Qld Mini CDE at Goombungee - Ph: Wendy Petrie 07 4630 8792 Bram Chardon Driving School, with Two Time FEI World Champion Pony, For more Details Ph: Kookie Englesman 02 6343 3292

15 20 23 29

National Cuttinghorse Association - www.ncha.com.au West Gippsland Quarter Horse Assoc, Jackpot Show, Garfield, Vic - Ph: Linda Sutton 03 5998 8402 Equitana 2014 AUSTRALIAN OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS, Melbourne Showground - www.ncha.com.au Lone Tree Hill Cutting Cl, Jackpot Show, Kings Park, Seymour, Vic - Ph: Mark McMahon 0488 031 707 Lone Tree Hill Cutting Cl, Jackpot Show, Kings Park, Seymour, Vic - Ph: Mark McMahon 0488 031 707

8-9 16 16 20-23 28-29 29 28-30

NSW COUNTRY SHOW HORSE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2014, Sh/ground Dubbo, NSW - Ph: 0429 849 521 Nerang & Dist Dressage Competition – Ph: Kelly Tombs 0405 138 422 - www.qld.equestrian.org.au Sutherland Shire 28th Anniversary Champ/ship Day, Tivoli Esplanade, Como NSW - Ph: Joy 02 4653 1552 Equestrian Grand Final, Equitana, Melbourne Sh/ground, Vic - Ph: 02 8762 7777 Clarendon, Young Horse Competitions, Hawkesbury Showground, Clarendon NSW - Ph: 02 4576 7996 Dressage Geelong Official Competition, Elcho Park, Vic - Ph: Secretary 0418 524 343 2014 SHCV MASTERS HORSE OF THE YEAR - WPNEC Werribee Vic - Ph: 03 9013 0707

14-16

Australian Endurance Riders Association - www.aera.asn.au Dergholm, 100 elevated, 40, 20km, Dergholm Vic - Ph: David Reeves 03 5583 3289

13-16 23 29 9 8-14 8-9

THE AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL 3 DAY EVENT, ADALAIDE CBD, SOUTH AUSTRALIA www.equestrian.org.au/events/australian-international-3-day-event - Ph: Deb Budich 08 8231 5052 Toowoomba & District Showjumping Club height class day, Toowoomba Qld - Ph: Kathy 07 4630 9771 Kooralbyn Hunter Trials - Ph: Equestrian Qld 07 3891 6611 - www.qld.equestrian.org.au Mel Fleming 02 670 5519 - M: 0428 385 745 - E: mel@melfleming.com.au - www.melfleming.com.au Mel Presentation & Demonstration of Horsemanship & BALANCE Saddles at Manning Valley Horse Expo Ph: Carole Isaacs - www.manningvalleyexpo.com - mvhorseexpo@gmail.com - Ph: 0400 021 410 Ken Faulkner, Australian Natural Horsemanship, & Supercamp, Esk Qld - Ph: Kathy Stewart 0427 592 033 Tanja Kraus Horsemanship Clinic, Raymond Terrace NSW - Tanja Kraus 0412 592 033

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EVENTS NOVEMBER 2014 NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP

POLO

20-23 22-23 29-30

Ken Faulkner, Australian Natural Horsemanship, Equitana, Melbourne S/ground, Vic - Ph: 0427 592 033 Tanja Kraus, Equitana, Melbourne Showgrounds, Vic - Ph :Tanja Kraus 0412 592 033 Tanja Kraus Horsemanship Clinic, Gold Coast Qld - Ph: Tanja Kraus 0412 592 033

15 22-23

Australian Polo Federation - www.australianpolo.com.au Polo in the City, Centennial Park, Sydney NSW - Ph: Suzie Ruse 0409 764 607 - 0424 234 369 Riverland Ladies International at Windsor Polo Cl, Old Kurrajong Rd, Richmond NSW - Ph: above

20-23

REINING

29 8 8 8-9 8-9 8-9 9 9

SPECIAL BREEDS

13-16 15 15 15-16 16 21-23 22 28-29 29 29-30 30

TRAIL RIDERS

CLINICS & COURSES

15-16 23 1-4 6-9 13-16 10-13

8 15

CLINICS & COURSES SPECIAL EVENTS

15

Reining Australia - www.reiningaustralia.com.au EQUITANA Melbourne, Open Reining & Youth Reining Thurs Evening, Melbourne Showgrounds Equitana Open Reining Invitation to Competitors - Ph: Wendy O'Sullivan 0419 139 066 www.reiningaustralia.com.au VRHA YEAR END FINAL REINING SHOW, WPNEC, Werribee Vic - www.vrha.com.au Northern NSW Welsh Show, AELEC, Tamworth NSW - Ph: Ruth Anderson 02 6782 1721 Youngstock Show catering for all Breeds, led classes for yearlings, 2 year olds & 3 year olds Kempsey Showground, Kempsey NSW - Ph: Julie 0434 598 532 ASH South Coast Branch Championships, Milton Showground, Milton NSW - Ph: 0408 021 009 NSW Country Show Horse Championships 2014, Showground, Dubbo NSW - Ph: 0429 849 521 2014 Northern NSW RPG Welsh Pony & Cob Society of Australia Show, AELEC, Tamworth NSW Ph: Ruth Anderson 02 6782 1721 (ah) - E: bellsmountain@hotmail.com www.http://wpcs.com.au/nnsw North East & Border RPG Youngstock Show, Tatura Park, Tatura Vic - Ph: Alice 0428 944 735 Macleay Valley Equestrian Club, Full Hack & Led Classes All Breeds, Kempsey Showground, Kempsey NSW - Ph: Julie 0434 598 532 National Arabian Stud Horse Show & Ruth Dalton Memorial Challenge,SIEC, Horsley Park, NSW Ph: 0408 232 162 - E: secretary@nswarabian.org.au IMHR at Unbridled Festival, Thoroughbred Park, Canberra, ACT - Ph: Leonie 02 4844 6393 10th Southern Pony Clasic, Akoonah Park, Berwick, VIC - Ph: Angus Wright 0433 033 648 ASH Deniliquin Branch Show, Pretty Pine Rec Reserve, Deniliquin NSW - Ph: Lindy 0415 835 129 ASH Manilla Equine Sporting Assoc Show, Showground, Manilla NSW - Ph: Helene 0428 425 336 ASH Northern Branch Annual Show & Campdraft, Showground, Gunnedah, NSW - Ph: 0429 772 746 IMHR Minitana at Equitana (23-23 Nov), Sydney Showground, Horsley Park - www.imhr.com.au ARABS Inc, NATIONAL CAPITAL HORSE SHOW, EPIC, CANBERRA ACT - Ph: 0408 914 021 IMHR VIC State Show, Juravon Equestrian Centre, Kuranjang Vic - Ph: Leonie 02 4844 6393 ASH Western Vic Branch Show & Challenge, Hexam Equestrian Centre, Hexam, Vic - Ph: 0427 364 057 Dilutes NSW & ACT Branch, 2014 Southern Regional Championships, Exibition Park in Canberra To be held in conjunction with NATOINAL CAPITAL HORSE SHOW - Ph: Gail 07 3282 8858 View ALL ATHRA RIDES - www.athra.com.au Richmond River TRC, NSW, meet 3rd w/end of month Feb to Nov - Ph: Judy 02 6663 7289 Casterson & Dist TRC, Annya Forest Ride, Vic - Ph Jenny Charles 0409 567 210 Gold Coast & Albert Dist HTRC, Willowvale Club Ride, Willowvale Qld - Ph: Paul 0416 147 492 Also see NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP SECTION Mark Langley Equine Ability, 4 Day Clinic, Glen Innes, NSW - Ph: Jenny 0417 200 411 Mark Langley Equine Ability, 4 Day Clinic, Glen Innes, NSW - Ph: Jenny 0417 200 411 Mark Langley Equine Ability, 4 Day Clinic, Glen Innes, NSW - Ph: Jenny 0417 200 411 www.equineability.com.au Equine Reiki Level 1 (includes Shoden), Brushy Point, Lakehouse NSW - Ph: Julie 0404 470 571 * Residential course, Non residential spots also available on this course - info@reikiforhorses.com.au www.reikiforhorses.com.au Bellingen Mountain Thyme Brumby Sanctuary, Open Day, 241 Martels Rd, Bellingen NSW Ph: 02 6655 2224 E: info@savethebrumbies.org - www.savethebrumbies.org Ubridled, A Festival of the Horse, Thoroughbred Park, Canberra Act Ph: Kate Bowman 02 6241 3911 - www.unbridledfestival.com ASH South Coast Br, Hack & Stock Horse Show, Moruya Sh/ground, Moruya NSW Ph: Brian 02 4474 2465

20-23 2014 EQUITANA MELBOURNE, Melbourne Showground, Vic www.equitana.com.au 22 29

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DECEMBER 2014 COMING EVENTS All dates are subject to change

AGRICULTURAL SHOWS

Victoria - Ph: 03 5441 5555 6 Dartmoor & District P& A Soc Inc, 6 Kilmore A & P Soc Inc, Penshurst A & P Soc

BARREL RACING

6-7 14

ABHA Vic, Divisional, Chiltern Barrels & Buckles, Chiltern Racecourse/ Rodeo Arena - Ph: 03 5726 1927 ABHA NSW, Divisional, Central West Barrel Horse Club, TBA - Ph: Greg 0427 063 097

CAMPDRAFT & RODEO

5-7 6-7 13 13-14 27 28 29-1st 30

Tumut Campdraft - Ph: Bruce McGruer 0427 449 194 Yarrowitch Campdraft - Ph: Belinda Colwell 02 6777 7512 Moss Vale Rodeo - Ph: Naomi Guy 0415 801 891 WOOLBROOK BUSHMANS CHALLENGE - Ph: Neville Henry 02 6777 5906 Lawrence Rodeo - Ph: Wendy Feneley 0404 053 141 Jindabyne Rodeo - Ph: Allan Rowson 0408 484 905 Jan Upper Horton Campdraft - Ph: Peter Kelly 02 6782 7240 Upper Horton Jnr/Novice Rodeo - Ph: Peter Kelly as above

6-7 6 7 14 21

ACDS Vic. Dressage Qualifier,Bellarine, Vic - Ph: Gail Hoiles 03 5236 3311 ACDS NSW, Obstathon at Sutton Park Cottage, Laggan - Ph: John Moyes 02 4837 3023 ACDS NSW, Southern Highlands Carriage Cl, Presidents Cup - Ph: Yvonne Wood 02 4883 6859 ACDS Vic , Club Rally - Navigation Drive & Christmas Fancy Dress, Crib Point Vic - Cont: Deborah deborahh@net2000.com.au ACDS Vic, Mornington Club, Club Rally, Emu Plains Vic - Contact Deborah as above

7 21

Eight Mile Cutting, J/pot Show, Summer Buckle Series, Nar Nar Goon Vic - Ph: Linda 03 5998 8402 Gippsland Quarter Horse Assoc, Jackpot Show, Garfield Vic - Ph: Linda Sutton 03 5998 8402

5-7 10-14 14 7

National Show Horse, General Purpose Area, WPNEC, Werribee Vic 2014 SADDLEWORLD DRESSAGE FESTIVAL, WPNEC, Werribee Vic - Ph: Lole 03 9908 3702 CDHC, Club Dressage Competition, Currumbin Waters, Qld - Ph: 0435 401 073 www.nswera.asn.au - www.aera.asn.au/vera - www.qldendurance.asn.au NSW, Burraga Copper Challenge - Ph: Jacquie Wright 0427 031 331

4 11 14

Lakes & Craters Three Day Event, EvI 95 - CCI3*, Camperdown Vic - Ph: Gillian Bone 0427 818 378 Sydney Summer Showjumping Classic, CSI-W*, SIEC, Horsley Park - Ph: Vicki Burgess 02 6747 3887 Sunshine Coast Jump Club Competition - www.qld.equestrian

3-5 6-8 5-8 13-14

Mel Fleming Horsemanship, Introductory Course, Bathurst NSW - www.melfleming.com.au Mel Fleming Horsemanship, Intermediate/Advanced, Bathurst NSW - Ph: Mel 02 6760 5519 Ken Faulkner, Australian Natural Horsemanship, 4 Day Savvy W/end, Glenreagh NSW Ph: Tanja Kraus 0412 592 033 - www.australiannaturalhorsemanship.com Tanja Kraus Horsemanship, Young Horse Clinic, Glenreagh NSW - Ph: Tanja 0412 592 033

POLO & POLOCROSSE

13

Vic Polo Club Open Invitational D Grade,0,4 and 6 Goal, Handicap - www.victorianpoloclub.com

PONY CLUBS

6 6 7 14

PCA Vic, Ballan Gymkhana, State Qualifier Event, Inter-Club Event - E: ballanpcevents@gmail.com 2014 Pony Club NSW State Showriding Championships, White Park, Scone, NSW - Ph: 02 4229 8977 PCA Vic, North East Zone Dressage & Showjumping, State Qualifier Event - www.ponyclubvic.org.au PCA Vic, Drysdale Open Show & Showjumping - Ph: 0408 461 088 - E: carolineshirra1@gmail.com

REINING

17-21 22-23 23-5

January Clinic, Warren Backhouse, Jindabyn Equestrian Centre - Ph: 07 5429 8797 - 0412 479 340 RA & NSWRHA Free 2 Day Riding for the Disabled Reining Youth Clinic - www.reiningaustralia.com.au Reining in the Alps, Affiliate Qualifier, Jindabyne Equestrian Centre - www.nswrha.com.au

5-7

20-21

40th Anniversary Darling Downs ASHs Branch, Dalby Approved Sale, Dalby Showground, Dalby Qld Ph: Grant Daniel & Long 07 4669 6955 - www.gdlrural.com.au National Buckskin Soc Inc, NATIONAL TITLES, Ruby Aniversary Show, Prince of Wales S/gr, Bendigo Ph: Lyn Gates 03 9775 8090 - www.nbs.org.au ASH, East Gippsland Branch Show & Challenge, Bairnsdale Vic - Ph: Kim Fullgrabe 0409 953 233 NSW All Breeds Youngstock & Newcomer Ridden ( any age ) Show, Hawkesbury S/gr, Clarendon Ph: Helen 0418 484 592 - Catherine 0419 898 100 AH - Jane 02 4579 6827 38TH All Welsh Show, Tatura Park Events Complex, Tatura Vic - Ph: Ashley Porter 0439 632 114 vanocapark@hotmail.com - Wendy Parsons 03 5798 5265 - cwp@mcmedia.com.au VIC, Yarra Valley Arabian Horse, General Purpose Area, WPNEC, Werribee - Ph: Samantha 0403 775 721

5-7

Richmond River TRC, NSW, meet 3rd w/end of month Feb to Nov - Ph: Judy 02 6663 7289 BVTRC, Xmas Camp & Party, Eskdale Station ( members only), Toogoolawah Qld - www.athra.com.au

CARRIAGE DRIVING CUTTING DRESSAGE & EQUESTRIAN ENDURANCE EVENTING & SHOWJUMPING NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP

6

SPECIAL BREEDS

6-7 7 12-14

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JANUARY 2015 COMING EVENTS All dates are subject to change

NSW - Ph: 02 9879 6777 3-4 Bowral, 10-11 Albion, 10 Pambula, 18 Candelo, 23-24 Kiama, 24-25 Eurobadalla, 25 Bungendore, 30-31 Berry, 30-1 Feb Bundarra, 30-31 Feb Morissett - Lake Macquarie, 31 Nimmitabel, 31 Uralla

AGRICULTURAL SHOWS

Victoria - Ph: 03 9281 7467 7-9 VAS SADDLE HORSE CHAMPIONSHIPS, Prince of Wales S/gr, Bendigo, Vic - Ph: 03 5441 5555 10-11 Wonthaggi & Dist, 17 Lang Lang, 25 Neerim & Dist QLD- Ph: 07 3277 7747

30-31 Stanthorpe

BARREL RACING

17

ABHA, Divisional, Cooma Rodeo Barrel Racing Cl, Cooma S/gr Rodeo Arena - Ph: 0413 609 880

CAMPDRAFT & RODEO

1 3 3 10 15-18 20-21 22-24 23-24 25 31

Moruya Rodeo - Ph: Gaye Davidge 02 4474 0730 Picton Rodeo - Ph: Chris Seccull 02 4681 8060 Wingham Rodeo - Ph: Raelene Marshall 0408 458 879 Walcha BC Rodeo - Ph: Keith Hourigan 0488 140 494 Walcha Golden Gate Campdraft - Ph: Gemma Clarke 0407 203 198 ABCRA NATIONAL FINALS JUNIOR RODEO - Ph: ABCRA 02 6766 5863 ABCRA NATIONAL FINALS RODEO - Ph: ABCRA 02 6766 5863 ABCRA NATIONAL FINALS CAMPDRAFT - Ph: ABCRA 02 6766 5863 Taralga Rodeo - Ph: Anna Craig 02 4843 8138 Cassilis Rodeo - Ph: Gale Stanley 02 6376 4644

CUTTING

18 24-26

West Gippsland QHA, Jackpot show, Garfield Vic - Ph: Linda Sutton 03 5998 8402 - www.ncha.com.au Eight Mile Cutting Cl, Championship Show, Nar Nar Goon Vic - Ph: Linda as above

DRESSAGE & EQUESTRIAN

3-4 9-11 11 17-18 18 22-25 25 31

Dressage, Hosted by Balmoral Dressage Cl. - www.vic.equestrian.org.au/events TTT Show, WPNEC, Werribee Vic - Ph: Sue Smith Thurs 03 9013 0707 ext 100 Summer Dressage Jackpot Competition, Sale Vic - Ph: Shannon Perkins 0408 148 552 DNSW event, OC/YH, Clarendon - Ph: Karen Lever 02 4576 7996 - www.dressagensw.com.au Yarra Valley Dressage Cl, WPNEC, Werribee Vic - Ph: Janice Herzic 0412 170 566 Pacific League Final, CDI3*-W, Boneo Park, Boneo Vic - Ph: Lizzy 03 5986 3006 Camden Equitation Inc, OC/CU, Pr/A, Camden NSW - Ph: Kate Watson 0418 263 110 Watagan Equitation CU. Pr-A, Cooranbong NSW - www.watagan.org.au

ENDURANCE NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP

POLO & POLOCROSSE PONY CLUBS

31-1 Feb Blackbutt 20/40/80 - Ph: 0438 467 970 - all bookings on line - www.trybookingonline.com/gijd 23-5 Feb Ken Faulkner Australian Horsemanship, Young Horse Starting Intake, Esk Qld - Ph: Kathy 0427 732 394 17-18 26 31

VPC Club Cup - D Grade, 0,4 and 6 Gal - WPNEC - Ph: Mr Sam Kennedy 0419 100 990 Australia Day Polo Cup at Yaloak Polo Club Vic - Ph: Mr Sam Kennedy 0419 100 990 VPC Club Championships Open Invertation - D Grade 0, 4 & 6 Goal - WPNEC Vic - as above

23 2015 Boneo Classic. Boneo Park Equestrian Centre, Boneo Vic - Ph: PCAVic 03 9561 6727 31-1 Feb Prince Phillip Games Skills Clinic 2015 - PCAV - Ph: 03 9561 6727 - www.ponyclubvic.org

REINING

17-21 22-23 23-25 30 31

Warren Backhouse Clinic, Jindabyne Eq/Centre, Jindabyne - Ph: Tony Mitchell 0416 279 026 RA & NSWRHA Free Riding for the Disabled Reining Youth Clinic - Ph: as above Reining in the Alps- Affiliate Qualifier, Jindabyne Eq/Centre - Ph: as above VRHA Member Muster including 2014 Hi Points Awards Presentation Banquet, AGM & Bob's Saddle Draw VRHA Slide Into Summer Jackpot Reining Show, WPNEC, Werribee Vic - Ph: Kirsty Hobson 0423 673 372

SPECIAL BREEDS

3-4 15-18 20-21 23-26 28-31

Ash West Gippsland Annual Show, Ayr Hill Eq/Park, Clyde Vic - Ph: 0407 191 625 2015 NSW Appaloosa Championships, SIEC, Horsley Park - Ph: 02 6765 7969 ASH, Vic Management Council 2015 Vic State Ch/ships - Ph: 03 5884 6677 Royal Melbourne Horse Show, WPNEC, Werribee Vic - Ph: 03 9281 7892 NSW Arabian Horse Assoc, East Coast Arabian Ch/ships, SIEC - Ph: 0408 232 162

SPECIAL EVENTS

1

Moruya Rodeo,Bronc Riding, Calf Rope & Tie, Barrel Racing, Steer Wrestling & Spectacular Bull Rides Showgrounds, Moruya NSW - Ph: Gaye 02 4474 0730

COMING SOON

1 Feb 6-8 7-8

Landmark Classic Campdraft & Sale, AELEC Tamworth NSW Pacific Coast Hack Championship, Horseworld, Nelson a GN Qualifier QSEC Horse Home Show, Caboolture Qld - Ph: 07 5433 3222

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Using Fat to Fuel Top Line, Condition and Performance.

By Dr David T Wood BVSc, MRCVS on behalf of Horsepower Feeds & Supplements

There are three energy sources for mammalian cells; protein, carbohydrates and fats. Of these the most energy dense is fat.

Protein can be converted to energy where other sources are deficient which is why we see muscle wastage in cases of starvation, but the process is inefficient. In horses the primary energy source is carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates such as starch and sugars are digested efficiently mainly in the small intestine whilst the more complex ones in fibre are broken down and converted to short chain fatty acids by microbes in the large intestine which, though slightly less efficient, is a major source of the energy supply for horses. Traditionally carbohydrates from forages and grains were the main dietary energy source with most horse diets having no more than about 3.5% fat.

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ver a decade ago researchers began feeding fat to horses and studying the effects. The results were positive in several respects and fats either in for form of vegetable oils or high fat products like rice bran slipped into common usage as an alternative “cool” energy source. The “cool” concept stems from the fact that fat digestion generates far less waste heat than digestion of carbohydrates, especially fibre and also because it is perceived to have less effect on temperament when compared to grains which are regarded as “heating”. Fat contains around 3 – 3 ½ times as many mega joules of energy per kilo as grains. In moderation fats are well digested and tolerated by the horse's digestive system.

However, a period of adjustment by the gut is necessary to adapt and fully utilise the energy from fats and this takes around four weeks, so the results are not instantaneous.

“Lucerne, sunflower and soy are generally used to boost protein quality” .

At a cellular level, fat works by providing energy via a different metabolic pathway from the normal one which uses the energy storage product glycogen in muscle cells. Glycogen is an energy store somewhat like starch. Starch stores energy in plants and seeds, glycogen in mammalian cells, particularly muscle cells. If some energy is being provided by fats then the demand on glycogen to release its energy is reduced. This has two effects, firstly reducing the amount of fatigue generating lactic acid in the muscle, and by helping to preserve some glycogen, enabling a faster recovery from hard work. There is a limit to these beneficial effects and for working horses a good proportion of energy coming from fat seems to be about 10% beyond which the fat is not so well digested or utilised.

In racehorses on high grain diets there is a fine line between providing enough energy to fuel muscle development and performance, and overdoing energy intake which can lead to a range of negative effects such as Tying Up, digestive disturbances related to starch overload and insulin resistance. Using fat can reduce the reliance on carbohydrate energy, principally from starch and sugars, and provide some safety margin .

Conditioning a horse refers to the process of building body mass, preferably as muscle and requires muscle growth stimulation via stressing through exercise, combined with the provision of energy to support the workload, and protein to enable muscle cell division and growth. The protein needs to be of good quality with adequate amounts of essential amino acids, particularly Lysine the lack of which can limit growth and cell division. Supplementary feeds such as Lucerne, sunflower and soy are generally used to boost protein quality. Fat can play a useful role here by boosting energy intake relatively safely as compared to grain and a variety of high fat manufactured feeds have been developed to fill the niche.

“Apart from glycogen the main energy store in mammals is fat” Of course, the other side of the energy equation is storage. Apart from glycogen the main energy store in mammals is fat so any surplus energy which is not used for work or glycogen will wind up being deposited in the animals fat stores. Two of these storage sites are on the crest and tail head as well as along the back line. Hence a horse with a well developed “Top Line” has some fat deposits in those areas as well as muscle development. The fat deposits tend to reduce lean muscle definition by rounding out the profile and the appearance “hardens off” as a horse undergoes training, losing fat and building lean muscle.

In broodmares it has been known that optimal fertility is gained when the mare is gaining weight and condition at the time of breeding. The use of fat to provide an energy boost in the run up to the breeding season has some merit here too, especially for skinny dry mares and those wet mares which have lost condition during lactation. Again, a conditioning period of 3-4 weeks is needed to reap the full benefits.

“Trainers and vets used anabolic steroids to help promote the development of muscle tissue” In years gone by trainers and vets used anabolic steroids to help promote the development of muscle tissue in equine athletes (as was also done with humans). Undesirable side effects have led to this practice declining and indeed being outlawed, though other alternatives such as peptides and hormones have been substituted to some extent. One naturally occurring plant sterol called Gamma Oryzanol has been used extensively in horses for its lean muscle building properties. Whilst less potent than the old synthetic testosterone based anabolic steroids it does not seem to suffer from their negative side effects .

Horsepower has recently combined Gamma Oryzanol with a high fat content extruded supplement in a new product called “Top Up” designed to provide the benefits of both fat and Gamma Oryzanol in safely developing lean muscle mass and condition whenever these effects are needed.

Top Up not only provides the fuel but directs it towards where the athletic horse most needs it, developing muscle. Logical really!

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Passionate Help for People Making a Lifestyle Transition As the world changes, people are looking for a difference in their lives.

We see many city people crying out for a safer environment to raise their families, a way they can get back in touch with their roots, a way to learn "the good old Aussie way", to communicate and appreciate the things that have made our precious country special.

We see the landscape of farming families change as the young ones head to the city for opportunities they don't seem to find on the land today. This can become a serious problem for our wonderful Australian farmers that have formed our country.

The right labour is hard to find and afford now days.

Getting older and needing to be closer to facilities becomes a requirement and the need to move becomes a must. From both sides, the city and the outback, a new real need exists. People want honest, caring help to make this transition. It is always going to be a challenge to make that decision and move on from what we know, to the unknown. Lifestyle & Rural Properties can and really want to help you.

Lifestyle & Rural's passion is driven from knowledge. "We have helped many people to find exactly what they are looking for; giving respect to everyone involved who is making that decision for a better more suitable life," Lifestyle & Rural Properties' Barb Laurie said...................................

"In both major regional towns and the smaller rural communities, we help people search for their perfect new property making it an enjoyable experience and as trouble free as possible."With the internet making the world smaller, all of us have the perfect opportunity to run a business from almost any location.

We have assisted many people in their transition from city to country, where they have developed very successful businesses from their new lifestyle country locations."We meet people every day that have sold their city dwellings or large farms, with enough money to buy a lifestyle country property. Many have money to spare so they can travel and enjoy life in a way not possible compared to the cost involved with city living or running a farm........................................................................................................... .

"Opportunity abounds for people making the change and it's exciting."

Lifestyle & Rural Properties are specialists in small to large acres and are spreading their wings to provide all its clients around NSW, a place of tranquillity that they can call home.

"Many people have asked us why in your business name, do you say the word lifestyle first?" Barb said....................................................................

"Well, it's simple really. Lifestyle is what we are all striving for because it spells out a better way of life. Second to that would be rural with its wide open spaces but this is hard work that relies on Mother Nature and the land to provide income stream. So, if you had to make a first choice, wouldn't it be lifestyle and what yours dreams are made of?".......................................

"We have opened an office called Lifestyle & Rural Properties Southern Riverina with new locations on the horizon. We are the 'transition experts' in country living and our locations will be networking together like bees in a hive to be your caring helpful connection to your new way of life."

Lifestyle & Rural Properties developed Bee Agent Free during the last financial crisis. It was created to help people save thousands of dollars on the sale of their property. It also conveniently services isolated farmers with no agents readily available in their area......................................................

BEE SMART! BUZZZZ 6768 0010 “Servicing New South Wales”

"This model is perfect for people who need to achieve the best money and are struggling with the cost of sales commission.

It's not for everybody but it truly is a unique concept and the future of things to come in real estate sales”.

If you have the right property to help these people relocate, call the Lifestyle & Rural Properties office on 6768 0010.

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“We look after all our clients and help these people who want to make the transition into a country lifestyle. Please let us help make a difference in their lives and help us make our country towns flourish once again in 'the good old Aussie way'."

“Holiday with your Horse at” Three Waters in the High Country For more details or to make a booking please contact your host Steve Langley.

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Cabins, yards & water available. Horses also available for hire.

A Genuine “Aussie Bush Experience” Phone: (02) 6732 4863 Mobile: 0417 452 649 www.threewatersholidays.com.au

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“WHEN BUYING A HORSE FLOAT” ob RPANEL & PAINT

HELPFUL TIPS from Rob Douyere Owner Operator of

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You must obtain a safety certificate before transferring the registration.

Below is a list of what should be covered in the certificate.

1. Make sure that you and your horse/s are happy with the type of float and that there is plenty of room for your horse/s to move.

2. When looking at a float to buy, make sure there is no bad rust in the chassis and frame (Behind the wheels), inside and panels.

3. Check that the floor and tail gate are stable and in good condition with no soft spots (Very important)..............................

If the timber ply floor or tail gate is deteriorated you must replace with Australian Standard rot treated ply with water resistant glue.

If you are unsure how to check the quality of the floor or tail gate then get a professional to check it over. Make sure the tail gate touches the ground when open and is reasonably light to pick up (check the spring tension) 4. Have a professional check the wheel bearings, tyres, electrical components and connection between you float and vehicle.

5. Make sure you have a suitable vehicle to tow your horse float (towing capacity and weight specifications).

6. Make sure that you have the appropriate jockey wheel that works correctly.

PULLENS PRODUCE The Pullens Produce store was established in 1927 on the banks of the mighty Clarence Today, it remains the only Independent Family Owned and Operated Produce Store in the Clarence At Pullens they supply quality stocks feeds, domestic pet food, animal healthcare products and all your rural needs.

In 2004 the Fletcher Family relocated Pullens Produce store to the current Mary Street location in Grafton. The Pullens team take great pride in providing exceptional customer service. They take that extra step to ensure their customers are looked after in every way. Their experienced staff offer practical and friendly advice, and what's more, if you can't find what you're looking for, the family team will order products into store. They will even carry your purchases to your car for you.

Pullens Produce Store, outstanding and independent..

The Pullens Produce store cover all your produce needs including quality stockfeed from the leading brands such as Prydes, Mitavite, Omega, Hygain, Coprice and Barastoc. Everything from performance horse feeds to cattle, sheep, goat, pig and chook feeds. The Pullens Store stocks a large range of animal health products, looking after all your equine, livestock and pet requirements.

Maintenance and Safety Tips…

Depending on use, your horse float should be checked over at least every 6 to 12 months or every 5,000 kilometers.

1. If possible you should keep the horse float under cover. If this is not possible when your float is not in use, keep the jockey wheel high so that your float is slanting backwards, which allows any water to escape. But don't forget to lower your float back to the right height before you attempt to hook up your vehicle.

2. Check that your brakes are working and adjusted to suit your load.

3. Make sure you cross over the 2 safety chains (2 safety chains are a requirement by Department of Transport for over a certain weight) and have appropriate recommended load rated 'D shackles'.

4. Keep the inside of your float clean - do not leave any rubbish, hay, sawdust or manure lying around which may cause the floor to rust and deteriorate.

5. Make sure you keep moving parts lubricated with oil or grease (ie; tail gate, air vents, door handles, hinges and pins).

6. Make sure all electrical components are up to standard and check your tyres have tread and no cracking or flat spots on tread – You must have 40 psi or 300 kilopascals pressure in the tyres of your horse float. Most importantly is to check that your wheel nuts are tightened.

7. If the electrical plug on your float does not match the tow vehicle you can buy an adapter but this option is not recommended for long term use and you should get the plug permanently changed.

“Happy Travelling and always remember to stay SAFE!!”

Rob Douyere is a local business owner and horse lover offering quality workmanship, sound advice and a reliable, professional service. Located at Jimboomba in Queensland and catering for clients near and far.

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They have an extensive range of grooming equipment available including rugs, halters, bridles, brushes, farrier gear and a whole lot more. Pullens Produce store also supply pet products including dog, cat, rabbit and bird feeds along with flea and tick treatments, washes, collars, coats, bedding and much more.

And just when you think there couldn't possibly be any more in this great store, they also have garden products, fencing supplies and equipment, work boots and local fruit and vegetables. So call into the Pullens Produce store today, with their knowledgeable and friendly staff and large range of products you're bound to find all that you are looking to buy.

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HOW and WHY the WTP Bit works.

The jointed snaffle has been around for 5,000 years, and the problem is the centre joint folds to far forward into the tongue causing the nut cracker action and bit pinching. The other issue is at low contact the arms of a snaffle fold downwards, and the centre piece can go into the roof of the mouth causing roof rubbing, which can be painful.

The other issue is the outer edges of the horses' tongue is thinner and more sensitive and when the arms of a jointed snaffle fold downwards they can cause the tongue to spread down over the lower bars the bone in front of the bottom teeth causing side pinching. The other issue is with a jointed snaffle the cheek rings fold tight into the lips and cheeks, and a horse does not need cheek pressure when working in a straight line which can aggravate the horse.

The WTP bit the centre piece sits 50mm more back on the tongue, and the centre piece is enclosed and only 11mm high therefore, no bit pinching or roof rubbing. The 6.5cm flat service centre area under engineering tests reduces the bit pressure by 85%, and the arms do not fold down and only comes back to a certain point to prevent constant cheek pressure. Now you have the softest and most responsive bit contact in the world. The bit slides back on the tongue and down without any folding within the mouth.

If a horse is not comfortable in the mouth, it can affect their whole-body flow movement causing them to sometimes be choppy in their action or not using their shoulders and hindquarters properly or rounding up.

Imagine having a tooth ache it is hard to concentrate on your work your body will slump, and you won’t walk the same, and you won’t be happy.

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BIT PAIN SIGNS...

HORSES DO TALK I will explain the bit pain signs chewing chomping grinding on the bit the horse is trying to pick the bit up in their teeth to take the pressure of the tongue. Others will lean on one rein or the bit others will pull the reins down through your hands to escape the pain and the rider at the end of the reins.

Others will run through the bit, pull or bolt that is their way of escaping the pain. Others will open the mouth to give them room to suck the tongue back get it over the bit or out of the mouth. And others will head toss and head chuck. Others will rear and buck that is their way of telling you I don’t want to go forward the bit hurts me.

Another sign customers have reported the WTP bit solves when horses pull up, they may rub their face on their leg or rider it is them telling you to get the bit out of my mouth it has hurt me. Now you know the signs you can tell other riders and help them and their horses.

The WTP Bit can transform the horse completely the first-day others will get better over the next 4-5 days then completely transform as they could be anticipating the pain they have encountered before. If you are using a crossover nose band you could try the horse without it.

There is no difference between the various WTP bit cheek designs some riders prefer using a Loose ring others may prefer using a DSEL etc it is what is in the horse’s mouth that makes the difference.

ö Stops the bit pinching the tongue ö Stops the tongue hanging out ö Stops the tongue getting over the bit ö Stops roof rubbing and lip pinching ö Stops headshaking, pulling & bolting

ö Stops hanging, rearing & bucking ö Stops displacement of the soft palate ö Stops mouth opening & respiratory noise ö Amazing soft and responsive bit contact ö Improves performance & stops rein leaning

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Susan Campbell and ‘Missy’

Off The

Beaten Track It's hard to imagine anything further departed from the manicured turf of the racetrack than the stock routes of the High Country, but when four ex-racehorses depart Thoroughbred Park in Canberra on November 15 with owner Susan Campbell and the aim of showcasing the versatility of the off-the-track Thoroughbred, that's exactly where they'll be for the two-month journey to Healesville.

Off The Beaten Track is an initiative of Campbell's business partner and veterinarian, Marcus Karlen, himself a retired racehorse retrainer, who wished to dispel the myths related to a breed often maligned outside of the racing industry as being hot and difficult to handle.

The pair encourage people to join Susan throughout the journey to learn more about their team, which includes a talented showjumper in Budding Scholar, who started his career in the stables of the 2013-14 Metropolitan Trainers' Premiership winner, Darren Weir, and solid all-rounder, Yahalom, who raced with Robbie Griffiths, whose wife Shiranee is well-known for post-racing placement of horses.

In addition to showcasing the diverse abilities of the exracehorse, the ride aims to raise funds for the non-profit, Piper's Call Home of Rest, a facility where retired racehorses are a feature in equine-assisted development courses for young people and children living with disadvantage. The operation is also utilised by the local Kyneton Community & Learning Centre, who use their horses in the delivery of Equine Industry pre-accreditation.

The team is asking for the support of the racing fraternity and wider equestrian community in making this ride a success, and anyone able to offer accommodation or drive as pit-crew along the Canberra-Healesville route is encouraged to contact Susan with details. Additionally, supply or sponsorship of feed, fuel, saddle bags and a ladies medium Driza-bone coat is greatly welcome to ensure the ride meets both awareness and fundraising aims.

The ride will be launched at the Unbridle Festival of Horses, Food & Music at Thoroughbred Park, Canberra on November 15 and will conclude at the Healesville Cup meeting on January 10. Two of the four Off The Beaten Track horses will be made available for sale following the journey, the proceeds of which will be donated to the Piper's Call Home of Rest for Retired Racehorses.

As well as training dressage and show-jump competitors from their stable of ex-racehorses, the pair have prepared Thoroughbreds for Western pleasure, Le Trek, droving and of course, trail riding.

Contact: Susan Campbell E: piperscallhomeofrest@gmail.com Ph: 0457 579 161

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Bromac Aladar The sire of great temperament over mares of all breeds!

ASH Reg # C2 - 152985 Born 2000, 15.2 HH

By Yarranoo Stroller who was by Star Black Minstril.

Out of a Peppys Doc Bar Mare who goes back to Dell Mingo and Dickie Bar Joe. Peppys Doc Bar parents were BOTH American Cutting Horse Hall of Fame horses. l Homozygous black, so can NEVER throw a chestnut foal, and will always get a black foal if bred to black mare. l Over 180 foals on the ground from mares of ALL breeds.

l Progeny with very quiet, trainable temperaments and athleticism on top! l Great feet, leg, back and mouth conformation. l Not competed due to paddock injury.

Some of Bromac Aladar’s Progeny

Missy 5yo mare or of Riding Pony ridden by 9yo.

Cookie 5yo mare out of QH mare.

Typical temperament of foals.

Mares can be hand served or paddock.

Aladars Silhoette at 3yo out of TB mare.

Lightning Ridge 5yo stallion by Bromac Aladar.

Stud Fee: $990 including GST, LFG. Preparation of the mare for service including follicle test and scan after service to check the sperm arrived in uterus and again the next day to ensure the uterus is clean. Can serve by hand, in paddock, AI, chilled or frozen.

Mares agisted safely in individual yards at vet clinic where vet lives. Chilled semen available for $770 including GST and 1st collection fee. (Plus freight).

Enquiries / Bookings: Phone Oliver at EVDS (02) 6642 4700 www.evds.net.au www.equinenews.com.au

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Equine Acupuncture Specialising in Performance Horses Servicing, the Clarence Valley and other areas for group bookings. Free travel!

Phone For A Quote I Horses - Cattle - Dogs - Cats

Brooke Tillman Dip Eq Acu Ph: 0429 006 114 www.horseacupuncture.net

Equine Reiki Workshops Learn how to heal yourself and your horse with Reiki During this 4-day intensive workshop you'll learn to help your horse · Recover from injury and illness · Relax and calm down · Improve flexibility and balance · Speed post competition recovery

· Reduce pain, boost energy levels and so much more…

For course dates and venues contact Julie Abrahams 0404 470 571 julie@reikiforhorses.com.au | www.reikiforhorses.com.au

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Phone: (02) 6553 1098 35 Bunyarra Place Hillville NSW 2430

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We manufacture quality embroidered saddlecloths for Clubs, Schools, Studs and Shows. ~ Huge range of colours in quality fabrics and trims. ~ Special prices for Clubs ~ Digitising of logos ~ High density foam inners ~ Any size, any shape ~ Delivered Australia-wide

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VETERINARY V E T E R I N A R Y C O N T A C T S

AGNES BANKS -

AGNES BANKS EQUINE CLINIC

(02) 4588 5200

MANILLA -

MANILLA VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6785 1955

ARMIDALE -

GREENCROSS VETS ARMIDALE

(02) 6771 0200

MOREE -

MOREE VETERINARY HOSPITAL

(02) 6752 1444

BALLINA -

BALLIWOOD STABLES

(02) 6686 8510

MULLUMBIMBY -

MULLUMBIMBY VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6684 3818

BEAUDESERT -

BEAUDESERT VETERINARY CLINIC

(07) 5541 1700

MURWILLUMBAH - BALDWIN EQUINE VETERINARY SERVICES

0427 139 154 (02) 6543 2000

BILLINUDGEL -

MyVet BILLINUDGEL

(02) 6680 3480

MUSWELLBROOK - MUSWELLBROOK VETERINARY HOSPITAL

BINGARA -

BINGARA VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6724 1000

NAMBUCCA -

NAMBUCCA VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6568 6666

NARRABRI -

NARRABRI VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6792 4388

BOONAH -

BOONAH VETERINARY HOSPITAL

(07) 5463 1339

BRISBANE -

MANLY ROAD VETERINARY HOSPITAL

(07) 3396 9733

NERANG -

NERANG EQUINE VETERINARY PRACTICE

CASINO -

NORTHERN RIVERS VETERINARY SERVICE

(02) 6662 2162

NEWCASTLE -

NEWCASTLE EQUINE CENTRE

0409 509 687 (02) 4927 6135

COFFS HARBOUR - PACIFIC VETCARE

(02) 6652 3455

PORT MACQUARIE - PORT MACQUARIE VETERINARY HOSPITAL

(02) 6583 1611

DORRIGO -

DORRIGO VETERINAR Y CLINIC

(02) 6657 2416

QUIRINDI -

QUIRINDI VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6746 2088

GATTON -

GATTON VETERINARY SURGERY

(07) 5462 1343

SCONE -

SCONE EQUINE HOSPITAL

(02) 6545 1333

GLEN INNES -

GLEN INNES VETERINARY HOSPITAL

(02) 6732 1988

SOUTHBROOK -

EQUIVET AUSTRALIA

(07) 4691 0322

GLOUCESTER -

GLOUCESTER VETERINARY HOSPITAL

(02) 6558 1504

STANTHORPE -

STANTHORPE VET CARE SERVICES

(07) 4681 1523

GOONDIWINDI -

BORDER VETERINARY SURGERY

(07) 4671 3688

SYDNEY -

ADVANCED EQUINE DENTISTRY

GRAFTON -

EQUINE VETERINARY & DENTAL SERVICES

(02) 6642 4700

TAMWORTH -

TAMWORTH VETERINARY HOSPITAL

GUNNEDAH -

GUNNEDAH SALEYARDS VETERINARY CLINIC (02) 6742 5175

TAREE -

TAREE VETERINARY HOSPITAL

(02) 6552 2633

TENTERFIELD -

TENTERFIELD VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6736 2233

(02) 6721 0266

0418 598 621 (02) 6766 3988

INVERELL -

INVERELL VET CLINIC

JIMBOOMBA -

VERESTDALE EQUINE VETERINARY SERVICES 0409 884 377

TOOWOOMBA -

CLIFFORD PARK VET SURGERY

(07) 4633 1999

KEMPSEY -

MACLEAY VALLEY VETERINARY SERVICES

(02) 6562 7391

URUNGA -

URUNGA VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6655 5299

KILLARNEY -

KILLARNEY VETERINARY CLINIC

(07) 4664 1344

WALCHA -

WALCHA VET CLINIC

(02) 6777 2302

KYOGLE -

KYOGLE VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6632 1349

WARIALDA -

WARIALDA VET CLINIC

(02) 6729 1015

LISMORE -

LISMORE VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6622 0033

WARWICK -

WARWICK VETERINARY CLINIC

(07) 4661 1105 (02) 6557 0000

MACKSVILLE -

MACKSVILLE VETERINARY CLINIC

(02) 6568 1252

WINGHAM -

WINGHAM VETERINAR Y CLINIC

MAITLAND -

GREENCROSS VETS

(02) 4934 3044

WOODFORD -

TOWN & COUNTRY VET CARE

0418 194 842

Utilising The Latest Technology And Techniques WITH 100% CARE AND PROFESSIONALISM Providing the highest quality of equine veterinary dental care.

Servicing Sydney and Melbourne.

Dr Shannon Lee B.V.Sc M.A.N.Z.C.V.Sc Eqd M.I.C.E.V.O E.Ds

Ph: 0418 598 621 E: vetbloke@hotmail.com

www.advancedequinedentistry.com.au

EQUIVET AUSTRALIA Equine Reproduction & General Practice Reproduction: Embryo Collection & Transfer & Artificial Insemination using

Chilled & Frozen semen. Live in Veterinarians provide 24hr Foaling supervision.

Stallion Station: Semen collection, evaluation, freezing, storage & distribution.

Registered Quarantine Facility: AQIS approved centre for exporting horses and/or semen.

General Practice: Lameness diagnosis & management using digital Radiography & Ultrasonography - Chiropractic manipulation - Laboratory facilities - Equine dentistry - Video endoscopy.

Max Wilson BVSc (Hons) MACSc Robyn Woodward BVSc MVSc Celia Dodd BSc BVSc (Hons) Susanne Brundell BVSc (Hons) Angie Doudle BVSc Francois Viljoen BVSc

142 Jimna Springs Rd Southbrook, Qld P: 07 4691 0322 F: 07 4691 0419 enquiries@equivetaustralia.com www.equivetaustralia.com

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PACIFIC VETCARE Coffs Harbour 320 Harbour Drive, Coffs Harbour Ph:6652 3455 Fax:6652 8187 Email:diagnosis@pacificvetcare.com.au

Equine Medicine & Surgery Digital Radiography New Equine Surgery - Specialist Surgeon Endoscopy - Diagnostics Vaccinations - Ultrasound Reproduction - AI - Dentistry

Dr. David Johnson Dr. Stephen Deist Dr. Allan Hudson Dr. Kelly Griffin Dr. Merrilyn Fitzgerald Dr. Amanda Johnson Dr. Chelsea Kramer Dr. Adam Gerhardt Dr. Mathew Grabovszky

www.pacificvetcare.com.au

Inverell Vet Clinic Offering routine equine services including: Endoscopy, Dentistry & Reproduction

NOW LOCATED at 32 Sweaney Street, Inverell Dr Chris Livingston

Complete Veterinary Services including Equine Power Float Dentistry

And Associates

159 Gordon St, Port Macquarie

(Behind McDonalds)

For all your large and small animal veterinary needs both in-clinic and on-farm.

Phone: (02) 6721 0266

After Hours Emergency 0427 456 616

Member of Australian Veterinary Association

Tamworth Veterinary Hospital Dr Greg Ireland Veterinary Surgeon & Physician 106 Brisbane Street Tamworth NSW 2340 Ph: (02) 6766 3988 Fax: (02) 6766 4259 Web: www.tamworthvet.com.au Greg Ireland BSc., BVSc. Alison Neef BSc(Vet)., BVSc. Michelle Tolhurst BA., BVSc. Yvette Crowe BVSc. Paul Jenkins BVSc.

BVSc (Hons), DVCS

Ph: (02) 6583 1611 www.portvet.com.au

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EQUINE

Ambulatory Equine Veterinarian based in Murwillumbah and providing all your veterinary needs including:

· Digital radiography (x-rays) · Digital ultrasonography · Endoscopy VETERINARY SERVICES · Lameness evaluation and diagnosis · Pre-purchase examinations DR GREG BALDWIN BSc BVSc · Medical investigations EQUINE VETERINARIAN · Routine surgery · Reproduction M 0427 139 154 · Dentistry (power tools) E greg@baldwinequinevet.com.au · Hendra Virus vaccinations

Equine Veterinary And Dental Services V D S

Dr. Oliver Liyou BVSc (Hons1) MACVSc (Eq Dent) CMAVA “Helping you to help your horse” The most qualified and experienced Equine Dental Vet in NSW.

Dentistry, Vaccinations inc Hendra, Freeze Brand, Microchipping, Stud Work, Foot problems, Castrations, Skin problems and anything equine that is not an emergency.

Call us about our dental parties, where you can receive massive savings.

P: (02) 6642 4700 Now accepting referrals of difficult dental cases from Port Macquarie to SE Qld. M: 0428 515 650 As the designer of the porta safe stocks mobile crush, Oliver has the latest model E: vets@evds.net.au to keep your horse safe and secure, and will be weighed on scales, and geldings get a free sheath clean.

W: www.evds.net.au

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u EQUI MESH’S closely-woven 5cm by 10cm vertical mesh pattern has been specifically designed to prevent horses, cows, sheep, goats, or other hoofed animals from “stepping through” or “walking down” the fence. u EQUI MESH’S longer 60.9 metre rolls reduce the need to frequently join or tie off rolls. u EQUI MESH is a great value fence that ensures unwanted predators - such as dogs and foxes, as well as kangaroos - will be prevented from entering horse paddocks and pastures.

EQUI MESH HORSE FENCING Ph: 1300 308 186 Mob: 0439 761 247 www.diamondmesh.com.au

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