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ello and welcome back to the Everything Horse Magazine. It’s been very busy here since our re-launch announcement. A lot has happened since we last published our issue based magazine and we’re thrilled to let you know our magazine will continue, from now on, month on month for free. We’ve welcomed two new additions to our Everything Horse family, Havana and Zareen. Our cheeky babies are quickly growing into beautiful horses. You can catch up with them via our Instagram account and we’ll also be featuring them throughout our magazine too. The website has continued to thrive since our last magazine publication, which was two years ago now. Our last issue was published March 2016, so our re-launch sits quite nicely in line with the two year anniversary. Magazine articles have continued to be published on the website, these will remain live for you to visit at anytime you like. This month we decided to focus heavily on products as, despite the snow and extremely cold temperatures, believe it or not it’s now officially spring. Two of the main product types we’ve featured in this month’s magazine are for
NEWS - PAGE 4 Catch up with a quick round-up of the end of February’s news.
preventing flies and treating sweet itch. With spring in the air, it’s once again time to revisit laminitis. This month we’ve gathered top tips on managing risk with Dr Tom Shurlock, to help us get off to the best start for our fellow ‘Lami’ sufferers. Our website feed topic this month is also focussed on Laminitis; Spillers will be joining us offering advice from their own nutritionist.
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Summer Horse Care Tips, Pg 18 MARE’S REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM - PAGE 14
SWEET ITCH - PRODUCTS FOR TREATMENT AND PREVENTION - PAGE 16
Haygain join us for with a fab feature on how to keep your horse as happy and healthy as can be.
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Daisy Jackson, our sponsored dressage rider, is back with her monthly column. This month she gives us the low down on where she’s up to with her horses and team.
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Editor: Suzanne Ashton editor@everythinghorseuk.co.uk
We hope that you are as excited as we are about the re-launch of our monthly magazine and that you enjoy our news and articles, hints and tips as we move into long awaited springtime.
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Our feature article for this issue focuses on the mare’s reproductive system. We take a quick look at the internal structure, including ovulation, with Dr Helen Warren from Alltech.
Dr Helen Warren from Alltech takes a look at the mare’s reproductive system including ovulation.
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Prevention is better than cure - here we take a look at products available to prevent sweet itch or to treat the problem.
101 SUMMER HEALTH CARE TIPS - PAGE 18 Summer healthcare tips for your horse including a round robin of pointers to remember throughout the spring and summer months.
SHOW GEAR - PAGE 20
BYE BYE FLY - PAGE 26
Get ready to look your best this year with our quick guide to hot show gear for the season ahead.
Full product feature on fly rugs, sprays and accessories to help get our horses off to the best start this spring.
INTERVIEW - JULES ALDRED ROCKFISH WELLIES - PAGE 22
CLASSIFIEDS - EQUINE JOBS PAGE 29
We spoke to Jules about how the brand was founded, the future for the company and difficulties she has faced so far. We even sneaked in a few questions for the budding equestrian entrepreneur.
This month we have focussed on Equine Jobs.
LAMINITIS - MANAGING TIPS - PAGE 24 10 top tips on how to manage the risk of Laminitis with Dr Tom Shurlock, nutritionist at British Horse Feeds.
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Daisy’s back, Pg 7. Tipped for the top, News, Pg 5
News from Healthy Horse the world of Living, Pg 4. 10 horse, Pg Mare’s reproductive system, Pg 14
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news... Kitty King hosts Pony Club Winners Winners of The Pony Club Open Eventing League, generously supported by Likit, enjoyed a day with international event rider Kitty King at her yard in Wiltshire. The winners began their day watching Kitty ride Vendredi Biats (aka Froggy) in a jump lesson, where they were able to discuss the training of their own horses. The group heard from Kitty about the importance of preparing for competitions and assessing performance at home with their coaches. The group learnt lots of useful tips to assist them with their training, including the benefits of square oxers, how to judge related distances and ideas for making a course of jumps from just a small number of fences.
the UK, but it was 23 year old Alice Turner who took the top spot riding Weston Warlord, for the Burghley Branch. Alice said: “Winning the Likit Open Eventing League was a fantastic end to an amazing 2017 in Pony Club with my horse who always tries his best. Thank you Likit!”
Based in Scotland, Likit manufacture a wide range of stable toys and treats. Brand Manager, After lunch the riders were treated to a session Lindsay Gall, said: “We covering feed and fitness of the event horse, before are absolutely delighted a tour of the yard where they were introduced to the horses including Kitty’s 2016 Rio Olympic Games to continue to support The Pony Club and mount, Ceylor LAN. sponsor the Likit Open Eventing League. Our brand ambassador Hayley The group were then presented with their prizes Young loved meeting many of the winners at Kitty which were generously provided by Open Eventing King's yard and hearing first hand how much they League sponsors, Likit. Prizes included training bursaries, rugs, rosettes and Likit products, and Kitty enjoyed participating in the league. A number of our current and past #teamlikit ambassadors have been very kindly arranged for additional goodies from her active members of The Pony Club and this has had sponsors. a huge impact on their progression with their horses and ponies." The 2017 Likit League saw hundreds of horse and rider combinations compete at events up and down
Pony Club Branches whose events include PC110 (open) Class, are eligible to register for the League, and entrants can gain points for places and double clear rounds. The horse and rider combination with the highest number of points at the end of the season wins, with further placings being awarded to 10th place. Images credited to Hayley Young.
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HORSE HEALTH
SURVEY Horse health is no joke and now you can help by signing up for the National Equine Health Survey ... ‘You owe it to your horse to take equine health seriously’ say the Blue Cross and that’s why it’s so important to take part in the next National Equine Health Survey (NEHS), which is being held during 21 – 28 May 2018. You can do it online quickly, easily and anonymously. Visit www.bluecross.org.uk/NEHS now to register and you will receive an email reminder nearer the time. NEHS is run by leading charity Blue Cross, in partnership with the British Equine Veterinary Association. It’s a snapshot survey, reflecting the health of the nation’s horses during that specific week and it’s your annual chance to give feedback about the health of your horses, ponies and donkeys. By doing this the most common diseases and problems can be identified, prioritised and addressed.
Youngster Abigail, Tipped for the TOP At only 14 years of age, dressage talent Abigail Taylor, has won the Dressage KBIS Winter Regional Championships. Many young girls dream of riding horses, but Abigail Taylor, from Colchester is well on her way to follow her dreams with her horse Castaway Diamond (aka Wilson). The British Dressage Winter Regionals third qualifier was held at Easton and Otley College in Norfolk, on 13th -17th February. The five day show was filled with competitors riding to an exceptionally high standard, all battling it out to qualify for the Five Star Winter Championship in April. Abigail and Wilson were competing at Preliminary level on Friday 16th. British Dressage describes the class as “One of the most close-fought regional titles over the five day competition”. Abigail and Wilson had been working with her trainer Julie Hugo-Ross, to prepare for the competition. Abigail says “I was bursting with pride during the test, Wilson felt so amazing, the best he has ever gone! He was trying his heart out, we just enjoyed every step!” The partnership resulted in
Over the past seven years, NEHS has developed to become one of the UK’s most important endemic disease monitoring initiatives. The data is compared year on year to identify trends and in horse health; the results are regarded as valuable benchmarks for our general knowledge of horse health and are regularly referenced in leading veterinary and equestrian publications and papers. As patterns emerge they are helping us to steer
equine awareness, education and research to help keep the nation’s horses healthier.
Last year 5,235 people in the UK took part in NEHS returning records for a phenomenal 15,433 horses, ponies, donkeys and mules. The top five disease syndromes recorded in 2017 were: 1. Skin diseases 31.1%. Sweet itch and mud fever were the most frequently reported individual syndromes within this category. 2. Lameness (including laminitis) 23.4%. Overall, as in previous years, if laminitis is excluded from the analysis, lameness due to problems in the limbs proximal to the foot was more common than problems in the foot. 3. Metabolic diseases 8.1% with PPID (‘Equine Cushing’s disease’) accounting for 73.4% of this figure, consistent with previous NEHS findings. 4. Eye problems 7.6% with ocular discharge (weepy eye) accounting for 54.2% of all ocular syndromes recorded. 5. Gastrointestinal problems 7.5% with gastric ulcers accounting for 39% of this figure and 3% all syndromes recorded. Visit www.bluecross.org.uk/NEHS or email NEHS@bluecross.org.uk to register. If you take part you will have the chance to win some superb prizes such as Star Lister Clippers, a Lister Adagio Trimmer and some Burford Ariat boots.
a solid percentage score of 70.28 winning the class and qualifying for the Championships. Abigail has been competing her 10 year old Irish Sports Horse for a year and has formed a great partnership already. Abi is now working hard to prepare for the championships while also bringing on her youngster, Betty. Abigail also has another mount Ludo, with whom she takes to British Dressage Youth Days and Camps. Abigail is a teen with great ambition, from having her first pony aged six years she started competing at showjumping. It was in 2015 when a new horse Nina, started her love affair with Dressage. She was even lucky enough to visit Carl Hester’s yard and met the legendary Valegro! Abigail has expressed she wants to follow in the footsteps of the legendary, Charlotte Dujardin. Abigail shares what she is up to on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram @AbigailTaylorDressage. Her dream is to one day represent her country at International level. Abigail is a great role model to inspire other teens to aim for their dreams and GET TO GET OFF GADGETS AND GET ON A HORSE INSTEAD!
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EQUINE BAN FOR MAN WHO FAILED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF TWO DONKEYS A man from Ripon, North Yorkshire has been disqualified from keeping equines for five years after failing to meet the needs of two donkeys whose hooves were very overgrown, in a prosecution case brought by the RSPCA. Ian Stoyles, of Gallows Hill, appeared before Leeds Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (14 February) for a case management hearing but pleaded guilty instead.
to meet their needs for adequate hoof care management. The two donkeys and a third donkey, who was bonded to one of them, were taken into possession by police on veterinary advice and placed in the care of The Donkey Sanctuary, pending the outcome of the RSPCA’s investigation. As well as the five year disqualification, Stoyles was ordered to pay £120 fine, £30 victim surcharge and £200 costs. In mitigation, he said he had asked a farrier to do it it but hadn’t checked.
He admitted one offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 of, on a day or dates between 6 October 2016 and 6 April 2017, failing to meet the needs of a grey female donkey and a brown Both donkeys are now doing well in the and white female donkey. He failed also care of The Donkey Sanctuary.
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Dress Up and Look Glamorous as Ladies Day Returns to Bolesworth International for 2018 The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show will see the popular Ladies Day return on Saturday, June 16.
Prizes include a fantastic outfit from the awardwinning Ian Stuart collection worth over £1,000, provided by Adele Louise Bridal.
Alongside the array of colour and finery of Ladies Day there will be superb competition, together with quality shopping, fine food and plentiful Taking place in the stunning grounds of Bolesworth Castle near Tattenhall, Cheshire from June 13 to 17, entertainment for all. On Saturday, Ladies Day you Bolesworth International is a spectacular equestrian will have the chance to watch events such as the CSI 4* Show jumping in the Main Arena. extravaganza with amazing four-star level show jumping and three-star level dressage. The five-day event offers a unique and thrilling experience, which combines top-level dressage and The dedicated Ladies Day, offers the perfect opportunity to dress up and look glamorous. Judges showjumping competitions with great shopping will be on the lookout around the grounds to crown and a host of fun family entertainment. You can be confident you’ll catch leading international riders, one eye catching lady ‘Best Dressed Lady of 2018’. watch top class competition and see non-stop action All ladies are encouraged to go all out with their with many spectacular performances. hats and heels as it is expected to be a closely fought competition, with many stunning outfits on display, so don’t be afraid to hold back and stand out!
If you can tear yourself away from all the action, there will be many trade stands in the shopping
village. From well-known equestrian brands to jewellery and home furnishings, there is definitely something for everyone in the selection of highquality retailers. The fun will last all day with an amazing line up of entertainment. If you would like to be in with a chance of taking the title of Best Dressed Lady 2018 make sure you dress to impress on June 16. Get 40% off gate prices if you pre-book your tickets online. General admission tickets are available at a pre-sale price of just £12 for the Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Thursday includes the Carl Hester and Charlotte Dujardin masterclass and is £16.50. Under-12s can enjoy free admission, while a season ticket is at a not-to-be-missed pre-sale price of £45. Tickets can be bought online at www.bolesworthinternational.com
Elite Stable Designs now available from Equine Construction Equine Construction are pleased to confirm they are now the sole UK distributors for the elite German stable brand, Laake. Regarded as one of the highest quality stable brands in the world, Laake stables are designed, engineered and produced in Germany by an expert team with a keen eye for detail. Designed with the horses in mind, each design is created to produce a stable environment that fosters fresh air and
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daylight, social interaction, sufficient room and movement, and encourages natural feeding behaviours through their integrated feeding troughs and hay racks. Equine Construction Managing Director, David Johnson, recently spent several days with Laake and was completely blown away by the sheer quality of the Laake range of stables. A world class partnership creating the equestrian dream.
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SPONSORED RIDER UPDATE
A Quick Catch Up with Daisy It’s great to have the magazine back and I’m looking forward to keeping you up to date with all my news. All the horses are going really well and despite a horrible winter have stayed consistently in work with the exception of Blackberry, who has had a few setbacks with her sarcoid recovery. Tango and I have been back training with Nicky Barrett who has been really pleased with our progress and even said our piaffe was good enough for inter 2, which was exciting to hear. I have been incredibly busy with teaching which has been brilliant and I am so looking forward to a busy summer of training and coaching hopefully with plenty of sunshine too.
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I’ve also been working on myself and have organised regular sessions with a nutritionist for me and our grooms, as it’s really important that we are all aware of our own feeding as well as the horses! We are also planning to hit the gym as a team! I have been working with my physio at The Balanced Rider and have also been very excited to work with sports psychologist, Charlie Unwin, which I have found so interesting as well as really helpful. I have lots more exciting news to tell in future blogs but I just need to finalise a few things first, so in the meantime bring on 2018! IMAGE LEFT Christopher Rose Photography
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his month we take a look at the current ‘hot trend’, Rose Gold. A perfect compliment this season to any garment or accessory ensemble. The gold/copper mix, that was originally coined as ‘Russian Gold’ varies in colour depending on the compound mix. With an abundance of equestrian items now available in the colour, here we take a look at just a few items that may tickle your fancy...
Imperial Riding Lucky Stock Pin (Rose Gold) Sometimes all we need is a little luck... We found this beautiful stock pin via website, The Spoilt Horse. PRICED AT £3.75
Pikeur Gracia Ladies Quilted Jacket Rose Gold coloured dressage whip. RRP £145.99
Imperial Riding Prince of Wales Spurs (23mm) RRP £14.75
Swarovski Tiffany rose gold megabling curve browband Equiture RRP £90.00
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Eskadron Faux Fur Headcollar Not one for the field... the Eskadron Faux Fur Headcollar is available from Dressage Deluxe RRP £37.00
Antler Necklace froM La di da 14ct rose gold vermeil antler design necklace is inspired by the countryside and is decorated with sparkles in cubic zirconia stones RRP £58.00
Kask Dogma Chrome Rose Gold from Classic Dressage
Boot up Protection Boots from HKM Sports Equipment Durable and hard wearing shock abortion boots. RRP £43.95
Limited edition from Kask, the Dogma Chrome Rose Gold
Riding hat. Available in adult and child sizes. RRP £450.00
Pegasus Jewellery Rose Gold Snaffle Necklace RRP £55.00
Pegasus Jewellery Rose Gold & Silver Snaffle Bangle
Dressage Whip from Eclat Equestrian
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HEALTHY
HORSE LIVING 10
Hints & Tips for a Happy, Healthy Horse
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Breathe easier by making the most of the season’s barn cleaning inspirations.
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he urge to purge, clean and de-clutter is in the air as we welcome the arrival of spring. Equestrian establishments big and small benefit from an atleast annual application of serious broom, vacuum, elbow grease and re-organization. Dust, cobwebs and accumulations of generally yucky stuff in nooks and crannies are the enemies of a healthy horse keeping environment. Clutter impedes efficient stable work-flow and safe passage through the barn, so that should be tackled as part of maintaining a healthy stable environment.
KEEP IT CLEAN Clean air is critical to horse’s health, happiness and performance, but the equine environment is an especially challenging place to maintain it. The essentials of hay and bedding bring an inherent respiratory risk of dust particles to the stable. This is especially true in winter, when stable doors and windows are kept closed to keep out the cold and wet. Air pollutants have nowhere to go but round and round and into the horse’s airway and lungs.
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Steaming is the best way to rid hay of its respiratory risks. By injecting high volume steam, at a temperature exceeding 100°C, thermal hay steaming chests from Haygain reduce breathable particles up to 99%
A best option is a wall-to-wall impermeable flooring sealed to walls like that from Haygain, the revolutionary ComfortStall® system.
shaking loose dust and dirt from beams, corners and behind and underneath piles of hay, trunks, doors, equipment and matting. Horses should be nowhere near this endeavour. Pick a day when you can turn horses out or keep them somewhere else, well away from the stable, to tackle these airway pollutants. Mind your own respiratory health too. Consider a surgical mask or tie a bandana over your nose and mouth to keep out the big particles. It’s a good day to wear clothes you don’t care about.
START AT THE TOP Use a broom and ladder to rid the rafters of spider webs and birds nests. Nesting birds might seem harmless guests, but they’re also disease carriers. Plus, the straw, mud, bits and bobs used to construct their nests add to air quality challenges. Spider webs, dust and fibers are also nasty fire threats: another reason to rid them. Work your way down each stall wall, looking for loose nails and baseboards, splintered wood and other dangers. Plan ahead to strip stall bedding near the end of its life cycle. Remove rubber matting and pressure wash them outside, ideally with a disinfectant, and let them air dry completely. Examine the floor for depressions that are or could become places for urine to accumulate, along with the unhealthy ammonia odours that come with that. The floor underneath your matting will harbour bacteria and moisture - let it dry out completely.
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KEEP IT CLEAN Getting the barn clean is one thing, and keeping it that way is another. Happily, many challenges can be mitigated by proactive barn management. Hay, for example, is one of the biggest culprits in poor air quality. Even the highest quality, most expensive hay arrives with spores, bacteria and allergens that compromise equine respiratory health – and yours, too.
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starting point, but thinking beyond that to what’s underneath that bedding and matting is the key to long-term clean air.
FLOORING A best option is a wall-to-wall impermeable flooring sealed to walls like that from Haygain, the revolutionary ComfortStall® system. The cushioning reduces the need for bedding to only that necessary to absorb urine. Less shavings or straw bedding equals less dust. And, the easy removal of urine-soiled bedding prevents build-up of urea and bacteria that leads to ammonia, a major airway irritant.
Checking hay before buying it, or on arrival, for discolouration's or odours that indicate mould is an obvious first step. Next is storing it in a well-ventilated, rodent-free area, separate from where the horses live. The initial cost is quickly recouped by decreases in maintenance and bedding expenses and easier Bales should be elevated off the ground to prevent breathing by horses and their humans. moisture accumulation. Wooden pallets are handy for this. Steaming is the best way to rid hay of its respiratory risks. By injecting high volume steam, at a temperature exceeding 100°C, thermal hay steaming chests from Haygain reduce breathable particles up to 99%. The process also kills mould, bacteria, fungal spores and mites, providing much cleaner air for horses and their humans. Similar air quality benefits start at ground level. Daily removal of manure and soiled bedding is the obvious
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Ventilation is a horse keeper’s best friend in maintaining clean air in the stable. Capitalise on it by making dust, debris and cobweb removal a regular part of the barn maintenance routine, minimising its quantity in circulating air. Horses thrive in temperatures colder than humans. For more information on Haygain products and price plans, please visit their website - www.haygain.co.uk
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HORSE HEALTH
The Mare’s
Reproductive System
To help prevent the birth of a foal in winter, the mare is ‘seasonally polleyestrus’, which means her cycle is only active through certain seasons of the year. These seasons are typically late spring, summer and early winter. The pregnancy period lasts for 11 months. However, have you ever wondered about the structure of the reproductive system? Here, Dr Helen Warren, gives us an overview of the structures that form the reproductive system.
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he reproductive system of a mare is relatively simple and not that much different from humans. Various structures are involved, such as the ovaries, oviducts (fallopian tubes), uterus and vagina. The pituitary gland is also involved due to the hormonal element of the oestrus cycle. The ovaries are two, bean-shaped organs that are about the size of a tennis ball during the breeding season, though there is some variation in size among individual horses and at different times of the year. One side is attached to blood vessels and nerves; the other forms the point from where the egg is released. The eggs, or ova, are contained inside the ovary in fluid-filled sacs, called follicles. Reproductive hormones are also secreted from the ovary. OVULATION Within the ovary, follicles develop from a primordial follicle. Not all primordial follicles will mature to produce eggs and they need to be over a certain size in order to result in ovulation (release of an egg into the oviduct). The larger of these developing follicles can be felt by rectal palpation. Once ovulation has occurred, the remains of the follicle forms something called a corpus luteum (CL). This is a solid mass that secretes progesterone, priming the uterus for pregnancy, like a sort of early-warning system. Following ovulation, eggs travel via the oviducts to the uterus. The oviducts sit within a large membrane that supports the reproductive tract called the broad ligament. They are approximately 25cm long and coiled. Essentially, they connect the ovaries to the uterus and are lined with finger-like projections that sweep the egg towards the uterus. Fertilisation usually occurs in the oviduct at the junction, or just before, with the uterus. THE UTERUS The uterus is a hollow, T-shaped structure with muscular walls. It is where the embryo develops and goes through substantial changes during pregnancy. It also acts a gland that secretes prostaglandin. The main job of the uterus during pregnancy is to protect and nourish the foetus and its inner membrane (endometrium) has a very rich supply of blood. Endometritis, infection/ inflammation of this inner layer is a major cause of infertility. The middle layer is made of muscle that is responsible for the contractions that push the foal out of the reproductive tract at birth. THE CERVIX The lower entrance to the uterus, and the opening through which foals must pass during birth, is the cervix, a muscular circle of tissue that is able to stretch
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considerably. Its shape changes in response to hormones and it can relax or contract depending on the stage of the oestrus cycle. During oestrus, it is more relaxed to allow passage of sperm into the uterus. During periods of anoestrus, it is tightly closed to reduce the risk of infection. Finally, the vagina and the vulva connect the uterus to the outside environment. SPONTANEOUS OVULATION Mares are what is known as spontaneous ovulators meaning they do not require to be mated in order to ovulate. They experience a period of heat (oestrus) followed by a longer, non-receptive period. Ovulation usually occurs towards the end of the heat period or is closely associated with it. In the horse, the non-receptive period is 21 days with approximately five days in heat. Oestrus is under endocrine, or hormonal, control. Two important hormones are involved: follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). Follicle-stimulating hormone stimulates follicle growth and development. High oestrogen levels then induce the release of LH, while, at the same time, FSH levels start to drop. The result is ovulation. The remains of the follicle, the CL, produces progesterone, which prepares the body for pregnancy and also inhibits production of FSH and LH. If pregnancy is achieved, the CL is maintained, if not, the CL regresses and the cycle starts again. For more on mares, stallion selection and foaling, please visit the ‘breeding category’ on our website. LIFEFORCE FORMULA Lifeforce Formula from Alltech is specially designed for breeding horses and horses in moderate activity by supporting their immune function. Additionally the supplement helps support the reproductive system of mares and stallions, while supporting fermentation of feeds and forages in the caecum, enabling your horse to extract the maximum nutrients from all feed sources. For further information please visit www.lifeforcehorse.co.uk
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BEAT THE ITCH
SWEET ITCH PRODUCTS & TREATMENTS
WHAT WE KNOW Sweet Itch, otherwise known as Summer Seasonal Recurrent Dermatitis, is a condition that effects horses from early spring to as late on as Autumn. Sweet Itch is a caused by a reaction to the saliva from the culicoides midge. Midges can bite all horses and ponies, but a horse with sweet itch has an allergic reaction to the saliva, and this generates an exaggerated response in the body. The reaction makes the horse itchy…really itchy. The continual itch causes the horse to rub on anything they have access to causing bald patches on their mane, tail and neck. With continual itching, under prepared or exposed skin, becomes sore, inflamed and eventually infected.
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FOR PREVENTION BEGIN TREATING YOUR HORSE MID FEBRUARY TO MARCH
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BOTANICA 550ML ANTI-ITCH CREAM RRP £45.99 & BOTANICA 500ML CLEANSING WASH RRP £14.95 Using a combination of Botanica Natural Cleansing Wash and Botanica AntiItch Cream will give you an excellent line of defence against Sweet Itch, with 3 weeks application giving one year’s protection! It is imperative that the Botanica Cleansing Wash and the Anti-Itch cream are used in conjunction with each other.
Z-ITCH SWEET ITCH RUG RRP £83.21
Z-ITCH - RRP £33.60 A ready to use, pour-on solution. This product may be used as an aid in the control of sweet itch especially for the control of the biting insect Culicoides spp. Treatment should be started at the beginning of the sweet itch season and repeated as necessary. Once weekly should be sufficient for most horses.
A good rug is essential if you know your horse suffers from Sweet Itch. Making sure your horse is covered before the season starts will give him, or her, the best chance for protection. Made from tightly woven, yet soft, polyester. Elasticated to prevent insects from getting close to the horse, the rug reduces UV rays and vents any sweat that may be build up. Sizes 4’6 to 7’ Visit www.z-itch.co.uk/index.php/products/rug
Size 250ml Visit http://www.z-itch.co.uk/
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VETPLUS SWITCH RRP £29.99 A pour-on solution and fly repellent, Switch acts as a long lasting insecticide rapidly killing biting insects also aiding in the control of Sweet Itch. Once applied Switch can provide up to one week’s protection. Switch can be used on both horses and donkeys. Size 250ml. 16
PRO-EQUINE NEEM OIL RRP £17.95 Visit www.pro-equine.com/ collections/top-sellers/ products/neem-oil
DERMOLINE SWEET ITCH LOTION -RRP £15.29 Visit www.hyperdrug. co.uk/Dermoline-SweetItch-Lotion-500ml/
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GLOBAL HERBS SKRATCH PLUS Used primarily in spring and summer, SKRATCH Plus from Global Herbs has combined herbs that have even stronger action than their smell, and work to maintain normal skin in even the most challenging conditions.
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It can be used with the Global Herbs ‘Itch and Bite cream’ on sensitive areas and Citronella spray for cooling. RRP £49.95 1KG
DODSON & HORRELL ITCH-FREE
KEVIN BACON’S ACTIVE SOAP
Itch-Free, from Dodson & Horrell, contains important herbs that have been chosen for their soothing, healing and repelling properties. Chamomile, for calming, along with Burdock Root and Nettle.
Anti-itching soap with soothing properties from Kevin Bacon. Can aid healing from sore mane, tails and skin.
RRP £13.20 1KG
Contains all natural products to help prevent fly and parasitic irritation. For more information visit www. kevinbacons.com/en/soap.html RRP £19.99
HILTON HERBS BYE BYE ITCH Hilton Herbs Bye Bye Itch is formulated to maintain and support skin and cellular integrity by being rich in essential fatty acids. The ingredients assist in a natural resistance to allergens and skin irritation. To be fed to horses, ponies and donkeys during the itching season, and where possible before. RRP £14.60 1K
WENDALS STOP ITCH Wendals Stop Itch promotes the horse’s natural defences through quality nutrition. A complex blend of eight specially selected herbs. Known to cleanse the blood, soothe irritation and maintain a beautiful and healthy coat and skin, this palatable supplement is a popular insect and skin complaint remedy.
MOTHER BEE Mother Bee’s Sweet Relief is made from an exclusive recipe of carefully selected natural ingredients to soothe & deal with irritated skin. Contains organic neem oil, once applied product needs to be covered with a fly rug or mask when horse is in direct sunlight For more information visit www. motherbeeonline.co.uk/shop/sweet-relief550ml-for-serious-irritations-on-animalskin/
RRP £29.99 1KG
THINK ITCH Think Itch works from the inside out, to provide a consistent 24 hour deterrent from midges. A rich source of antioxidants, vitamins and trace elements to support the immune system and maintain healthy skin. RRP £36.42 4KG ISSUE 31 • MARCH 2018 • EVERYTHING HORSE MAGAZINE
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SUMMER
Horse Care Tips L
ighter nights, longer days and warmer weather...just what the doctor ordered. As we approach summer, the long winter days start to fade and we settle into a routine that’s not quite as gruelling and hectic. Now is the ideal time to be focusing on your summer care routine. Here’s our 101 essential guide to summer horse care – simple as it may be, sometimes a gentle reminder of what to keep an eye out for can refresh our minds.
Summer Care 101 Essential REGULAR ALL OVER CHECKS It is recommended to bring your horse in once a day, remove any rugs and check their body thoroughly for cuts, blemishes and obvious problems. Use this opportunity to spend some quality time with your horse. The more time you spend together, the easier it will be to notice when a problem develops. As a part of their natural instincts, horses have very high pain thresholds however, with a strong bond and understanding of your horse, you may be more able to pick up on subtle issues before they become a problem if you know your horse well enough. STABLING Offer stabling for horses that are prone to allergies, laminitis and other spring/summer related problems. Bringing the horse in for a few hours during the day, typically from 11am - 3pm, can reduce the risk of summer related issues. EYES At a time of year when the flies start to manifest, now is a good idea to stop and check the horse's eyes on a daily basis. Keeping them free from debris will not only stop flies from landing for a pit-stop but it will also help stop eye infections from occurring and being transmitted. Fly veils and hoods are recommended especially if the herd graze close to a pond, muck heap or wooded area. SKIN SURVIVAL Have plenty of sun cream at the ready. Spring is often a time of year where you may not expect sunburn to hit. In under a day the skin can go from normal to red and burnt; prevention is better than cure here. You may not need to apply the cream every day, however, make sure you gently wash the areas that you do apply it to at least three times a week to prevent unwanted build up of product, which in turn could present you with a number of other issues. FLY PROTECTION Keep plenty of fly spray at the ready and be mindful of horses that don’t like the sound of them. Carr & Day & Martin offer a good pump and mist spray that is quiet and offers good coverage. Whilst lotions and sprays are an ideal way to help prevent flies from swarming around the horse, could you consider using a simple supplement? Garlic has good fly repelling properties as well as giving the horse a healthy coat and is excellent for the cardiovascular system. Just drop some in with a little feed each day to help keep the flies at bay! Our best loved horsewear brands offer a variety of fly protection rugs that suit all budgets. Fly veils and hoods offer further protection and are available from all good tack stores. The Rambo Fly Protector rug from Horseware offers good all round protection and comes with a detachable hood making it an ideal choice for your horse this summer. FEET Look out for cracks and chips in the horse’s hoof. Dry ground and poor diet are two contributing factors to poor hoof horn. Oils, feed and supplements are all available to help encourage stronger horn growth, however it can often take some time to see the benefits. Keep frogs clean and pick out your horse’s feet each day, this will help keep the horse comfortable by removing debris and/or any stones that
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SUMMER CHECKLIST • Check the horse daily • Fly spray, rug and hoods at the ready • Be prepared, have spare fencing poles, tape and hooks at the ready • First aid kit horse/rider • Keep a check on water, fencing and ground conditions • Vets info for horse to hand
may be wedged between the frog and the bars of the sole. A gentle cleanse or squirt of purple spray also keeps the frog clean. Farrier visits should still be carried out every 6-8 weeks depending on the growth and condition of the horse’s feet. GRAZING AND POISONOUS PLANTS Droppings should be removed from pasture daily, horses that are grazed together will benefit from being wormed together. If pasture is kept in tip top condition you may choose to worm count horses before to see if there is any need to worm. Parimeter walks should be completed frequently, the larger the area the more frequently it should be done. Try to group up and assign days to check between each other. Electric fencing posts should be firmly in place ensuring the tape is secure. The battery and electrial current should be checked daily along with fence hooks and other openings. Ragwort is certainly one of the most common poisonous plants that should be removed from your paddock, including borders. However, Ragwort isn’t the only plant that owners should be aware of. The Yew tree is also poisonous to horses along with Bracken too. Access should definitely be restricted to areas where these plants are growing When first grazing a horse on a paddock after a period of rest, if the grass is to be topped leave it at least 24-48hrs before turning the horse, or horses out onto it. This allows time for natural sugars in the grass to reduce, helping to minimise the risk of colic or laminitis. Make sure all horses have an adequate supply of clean water. Troughs, buckets and feeders should be thoroughly cleaned out twice a week at the very least. VET AND DENTIST It goes without saying, if you are ever unsure over your horse’s health, veterinary attention should immediately be sought, however there are other times a vet will be necessary, for example yearly boosters, vaccinations and dental checks should be up to date and where necessary, recorded in the horse’s passport. A yard handbook should be accessible, ideally stored in a safe and dry place in the tack room with horse’s vitals in i.e. veterinary practice details, contact number, owners contact details, allergies for horse etc.
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Equetech Jersey Competition Jacket RRP £111.50 Colours: Navy & Black
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Showquest Bun with Crystal Hairnet RRP £6.00
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we interviewed... Rockfish Wellies Founder, Jules Aldred When we first set eyes on Rockfish wellies, we couldn’t help but stop and say wow. Bright ‘out there’ colours, combine style with practicality, a perfect combination. Fast forward three years and we manage to steel 10 minutes of time from founder of Rockfish wellies, Jules Aldred, to ask her how the brand came about, the difficulties faced so far and what’s next for Rockfish.
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THE BRAND WAS INITIALLY LAUNCHED IN 2008, WHERE DID THE IDEA COME FROM AND HOW LONG DID IT TAKE FROM INITIAL CONCEPTION TO LAUNCH? From conception to launch, it took around 18 months. The idea came from wanting to buy better quality wellington boots, that didn’t perish over a matter of months, which was and still is a persisting problem in the industry. I wanted to create a rubber formula that was durable, and worked with a rubber chemist in the USA to develop our award winning boot. SO WHERE DID THE NAME ROCKFISH COME FROM, IT’S CERTAINLY VERY DIFFERENT The name Rockfish was inspired by living only a couple of feet from my local beach in Downderry, Cornwall. THE COLOURS ARE UNDOUBTEDLY SPECTACULAR, HOWEVER IT’S THE BOOT TECHNOLOGY THAT MAKES THE BRAND REALLY STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD; WHAT STRUCTURAL FEATURES ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF AND WHY? That’s simple. Durability ‘made to last’ and the underfoot comfort is often likened to wearing your comfiest pair of slippers. WE FOUND THE LACE WELLY TO BE VERY DIFFERENT, IS THIS A COSMETIC ENHANCEMENT OR DOES IT SUIT A PURPOSE? It’s really just cosmetic. The lace up is fake, but
also still 100% waterproof, and allows the wearer to slap on the boot, and not be caught out by having to lace and unlace. WHAT WOULD YOU SAY HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE WITH THE BRAND TO DATE? Developing our rubber formula. and working hard to get the brand name out there. DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE PRODUCT IN THE RANGE? I love the metallic range. It’s very different to anything else on the market, so much so, we have sold out and awaiting stock to come in! THE METALLIC RANGE WAS WHAT FIRST THAT STOOD OUT FOR US TOO, SO WHAT’S NEXT FOR ROCKFISH? We are developing new styles for our men’s range, new colours for women and will be adding a hi-viz wellington boots that is patented as no one has ever created a high performing hi-viz wellington boot that meets european standard EN1140
We are developing new styles for our men’s range, new colours for women and will be adding a hi-viz wellington boots WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF BUSINESS IN TODAY’S MARKET? Creating new, clever and informative ways to market your brand, on and offline to the end user.
WE WANTED TO ASK JULES FOR SOME BUSINESS ADVICE FOR THE BUDDING EQUESTRIAN ENTREPRENEUR...
BEHIND EVERY GREAT COMPANY, THERE’S A GREAT FOUNDER. WE WANTED TO LEARN A LITTLE MORE ABOUT JULES SO WE ASKED HER A FEW MORE QUESTIONS...
HOW DO YOU FIND YOUR WORK/LIFE BALANCE ON AN AVERAGE WEEK?
WHERE DID YOU GROW UP AND WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE CHILDHOOD MEMORY?
Now we all have mobile phones, it’s hard to stay away from reading work emails at all hours of the day. I try and switch off from work. but if you are building a brand, really you have to be on it more than off it.
I grew up in a town outside of Plymouth. Typical suburbia, with not much going on.
WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD GIVE TO SOMEONE WITH A VISION TO LAUNCH THEIR OWN EQUESTRIAN APPAREL BRAND? Research your market and consumer market. It’s a good idea to take time out to consider whether it’s not just you who thinks your idea would be popular. Once you have settled on your brand idea, trademark the name and secure your rights to trade in the countries you intend to, not just in your home market. Realise it will take quite a bit of money and hard sweat to build your brand.
WHAT DO ENJOY DOING IN YOUR SPARE TIME? I cook vegetarian food. All our products are Vegan friendly. WHAT’S ON YOUR BUCKET LIST FOR 2018? To go to a festival, as have never been but it would need to be clamping in style! WHO, OR WHAT, WOULD YOU SAY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR INSPIRING YOU? Courageous people who put themselves at risk for the good of others inspire me the most.
AND FINALLY, WHAT ARE YOU MOST THANKFULL
WHAT, DO YOU FEEL, IS THE BEST BUSINESS TOOL YOU CAN USE WHEN STARTING UP YOUR OWN BUSINESS?
FOR JULES?
I have to be careful here not to describe having an experienced mentor in your chosen market or business in general as a ‘tool’, i’m not sure they’d like being referred to as a that. aha!
To view the full range of wellington boots visit www.rockfishwellies.com
I feel most thankful for having healthy children.
Rockfish Wellies beat their competitors to be awarded the Beta International 2016 ‘Innovation’ award for their Rockfish natural rubber formulation ‘made to last’
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LAMINITIS Managing
EXPERT Dr Tom Shurlock, nutritionist at British Horse Feeds
1. Check
2.Risk Factors
3. Exercise
Laminitis develops in a number of phases. Symptoms such as hot hooves, physical damage such as white line and bruising etc. can appear at any time, depending on the underlying cause. Regular checks will help keep on top of the condition.
The commonly known risk factors for laminitis are pre-depositions – Cushings, IR, nutrition, high intake of sugars and mechanical damage, but there are others. Increasing age, breed, obesity, lack of exercise and overfeeding are all factors that can lead to laminitis. As some factors are under our control, we can aim to avoid the condition.
One of the components of laminitis is vasoconstriction, caused by the absorption of endotoxins from the gut. This causes pooling of blood in the extremities and stops inflammatory factors being flushed away. Gentle exercise can improve the circulation and flush the hoof.
4. Weight & Condition Obesity can contribute to EMS and IR, which are implicated in laminitis. High weight puts added pressure on the hoof, whilst overfeeding will disrupts the delicate hind gut function, a primary cause of laminitis. Weight reduction is essential; a condition score of 3-4 to be aimed for.
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Risk
5. Feeding
6. Carbohydrates
Generally, intake should not be more than 2% (dry matter) of a horse’s body weight, rising to 2 ½ % if undergoing heavy exercise. As much of the feed should be forage, or a fibre feed, and cereal based feeds used to top up nutrients. With the laminitic, some nutrients can exacerbate or even cause the problem.
Carbohydrates, including starch, are complexes of sugar molecules. They are digested in the small intestine, absorbed and metabolised. Malfunction of this metabolism can lead to laminitis and so, for Cushings etc., starch and sugar intake must be kept to a minimum. Keep the daily intake of sugar/starch below 10%. Avoid raw starch.
7. Protein
8. Fructans
9. Feed
Overfeeding protein can be as damaging as overfeeding carbohydrates. Undigested protein will be fermented by some hindgut bacteria releasing endotoxins and vasoconstrictors, both components in laminitis.
Although technically fibre, fructans are easily fermented releasing lactic acid which disrupts hindgut function and opens absorption to endotoxins. We know levels are high in spring and autumn grass but winter grass, if close cropped, can have higher levels that are stored at the base of the grass stem, in preparation of spring. Consider fertilising a pasture.
Feed a product recommended for laminitics. These have been researched to encompass the above points and will help maintain the correct hindgut environment, ensuring those bacteria that can cause harm will not be able to grow.
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FEED RECOMMENDATION
10. Fibre Fibre is the main energy source for horses. Hind gut fermentation of fibre maintains the correct environment for the microbial fermentation and the integrity of the gut wall. However, some fibre types are more suitable than others. Sugar beet, alfalfa, soya hulls and oat hay give good VFA proportions, with sugar beet giving the lowest lactic level, and good levels of butyric acid. Butyric improves tight junctions between the gut cells and reduces absorption of endotoxins.
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SPEEDI-BEET
A sugar free, high in fibre feed that is ready to use in 10 minutes. Visit www.britishhorsefeeds.com
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BYE BYE FLY PROTECT YOUR HORSE
Pesky flies and midges are an all round burden for horses and their owners during the spring and summer months. Check out our guide to fly protection here. 26
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WERAMBO FLY BUSTER VAMOOSE RUG RRP £157.95 Visit www.horseware.com
Treated with Vamoose anti-insect technology to keep pesky bugs at bay this summer season. The fly rug is made from a unique patented, durable fabric that is super soft, lightweight and comfortable, while also offering UV protection. Built to last many seasons. Super-sized tail flap, leg arches, belly protection, V- front closure, shoulder and mane lining, three straight surcingles and detachable neck cover.
MARK TODD AIR MESH COMBO RRP £58.99 Visit www.equinesuperstore.co.uk/mark-todd-airmesh-combo The Mark Todd Air Mesh Combo rug is a light weight multi purpose sheet which will protect not only against biting insects, but also offers UV protection too, helping to keep your horse protected all day long. Double front fastening, triple belly surcingles, nylon shoulder for added protection and a gusseted tail flap.
MASTA FLY RUG RRP £45.00 HARRY HALL ONE CLUB MEMBER PRICE £31.50 Visit harryhall.com/masta-fly-rug-silver The MASTA mesh fly rug comes with a fixed neck. The rug offers great value for money and will help keep your horse free from fly irritation all summer long. Made from soft polyester mesh, this rug features anti-rub satin lining at the chest, generous shoulder gusset, surcingles, twin front fastenings, and a tail flap for added protection.
PREMIER EQUINE CLASSIC SWEET ITCH RUG RRP £84.99 Visit www.premierequine.co.uk Classic Sweet Itch horse fly rug made from tightly woven interlocking nylon which offers great breathability and strength. The integrated neck cover with fleece lined ear holes makes this rug ideal for head to tail protection from biting insects and the sun’s harmful rays. Antibacterial breathable polyester lining over the shoulder and neck area prevents rubbing and is comfortable against the horse’s skin. Complete with integrated wrap-around belly flap for extra protection, support and comfort.
SUPER VALUE
STONEDEEK FROM KRAMER RRP £37.00 VISIT www.kramer.co.uk/Fly-Rug-with-Neck Offer your horse protection against insects. Durable, air permeable and comfortable rug for the spring/summer season. The neck part is sewn onto the rug and can be securely fastened with 3 velcro fasteners. With a double front closure, tail flap and surcingle.
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