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The power of equine bodywork
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Equine bodywork is more than a luxury—it is an essential component of whole-horse wellness.
As horses navigate training demands, performance stress, environmental factors, and natural aging, their bodies accumulate tension, compensatory patterns, and subtle imbalances that can interfere with movement, behavior, and overall health.
Bodywork offers a hands-on, therapeutic approach to help restore comfort, function, and balance in the horse’s body. It goes far beyond surface-level massage, targeting the deeper layers of fascia, musculature, and connective tissue while also promoting systemic healing through circulation, lymph flow, and nervous system regulation.
Whether applied for general wellness, injury recovery, performance enhancement, or emotional support, equine bodywork creates space for the body to reset—naturally and non-invasively.
The benefits of equine bodywork are numerous.
- Enhances performance and
athletic recovery
Bodywork helps prevent injuries, reduces recovery time, and supports muscle function— making it invaluable for sport and performance horses.
- Improves mobility and flexibility
Releases muscle tension and fascial restrictions that limit range of motion, allowing for freer,
more balanced movement.
- Relieves pain and discomfort
By addressing sore or compensating areas, bodywork helps alleviate discomfort caused by poor saddle fit, conformation issues, overuse, or imbalance.
- Supports circulation and detoxification
Stimulates blood and lymphatic
flow, helping the body remove metabolic waste and deliver vital nutrients to healing tissues.
- Balances the nervous system
Promotes a parasympathetic state, helping horses move from stress and tension into relaxation and healing.
- Enhances behavioral and emotional wellbeing
Many horses store emotional trauma in their bodies.
Bodywork helps release this stored tension, often leading to dramatic improvements in behavior, focus, and trust.
- Identifies and addresses subtle imbalances early
Regular bodywork can help detect physical or postural issues before they develop into more serious problems—making it a powerful tool for preventative care.
- Deepens connection and trust
The gentle, intentional nature of bodywork builds a stronger bond between horse and human, fostering a sense of safety, communication, and mutual respect.
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Vitamins and minerals for horses
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Is your horse getting what it needs?
With the change of season approaching, now is the perfect time to check that your horse’s diet is covering all the essentials.
With changes in pasture quality—both in volume and nutritional value—it’s more important than ever to ensure your horse is getting everything they need to stay healthy and thrive.
One of the most critical areas to focus on is vitamins and minerals.
But how do you know what your horse actually needs?
And why does it matter so much?
The hidden danger of mineral deficiency
Mineral deficiencies, especially long-term ones, are one of the most common yet overlooked issues in equine nutrition.
These deficiencies often develop silently, with no immediate signs, until something goes seriously wrong.
Think of it like termites in a house—you often don’t notice they’re there until the structure is already compromised.
The same goes for nutritional deficiencies. Just because you can’t see them doesn’t mean they’re not doing damage.
And once the signs become obvious, the issue may already be severe.
If you’re not supplementing your horse with the right nutrients—either through fortified feeds or carefully chosen supplements— there’s a high chance they are lacking something essential. And that deficiency could
eventually lead to serious health problems. Common symptoms of deficiency
Vitamin and mineral deficiencies can show up in many ways.
Here are some examples:
* Copper deficiency – impaired normal cartilage and bone development, increasing the risk of developmental orthopaedic disease in young horses.
* Zinc deficiency – poor hoof quality and white line disease and impaired wound healing (including of gastric ulcers).
* Vitamin E deficiency – impaired muscle function, lowered immune function and poor fertility.
* Magnesium – low dietary magnesium can induce behavioural changes including anxiety, irritability and nervousness.
* Calcium and/or phosphorus deficiency –brittle bones, big head disease and impaired
nerve and muscle function.
These symptoms may take months or even years to become visible, which is why prevention is so important.
Unfortunately, we often jump to treat symptoms—like adding joint or calming supplements—without addressing the real cause: poor nutrition.
Nutrition comes first
Good nutrition should always be the foundation of your horse’s care.
There’s little point giving a joint supplement if the horse is chronically deficient in copper and zinc, two minerals essential for joint health.
Nearly every horse will require some level of vitamin and mineral support. Without it, imbalances are almost inevitable—and so are the consequences.
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Mineral deficiencies often develop silently, with no immediate signs, until something goes seriously wrong.
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What nutrients are essential for horses and why?
From page 5
Key vitamins and their roles
* Vitamin A:
Crucial for vision, cell health, and growth. Horses get it from carotene in green forage, but it must be managed carefully to avoid toxicity from over-supplementation.
* Vitamin D: Needed for calcium absorption and bone health.
* Vitamin E:
Akey antioxidant that supports muscles and the immune system. Found in fresh forage but often needs to be supplemented, especially for horses in heavy work.
* Vitamin C:
Not essential under normal conditions, as horses can make it themselves. However, in times of stress or illness, extra support may be beneficial.
* B Vitamins:
Agroup involved in energy metabolism and general health.
B-vitamins are synthesised in the gut as a by-product of fibre fermentation and this generally meets requirements for horses at maintenance, however horses in work have higher requirements.
Deficiencies are possible, especially if gut health is compromised.
Essential minerals
* Calcium:
Vital for bone strength, muscle contractions, and nerve function.
Must be balanced with phosphorus.
* Phosphorus:
Supports energy production and skeletal development. Too much or too little in relation to calcium causes problems.
* Magnesium:
Important for nerve function and muscle relaxation. Deficiency can lead to tension, anxiety, and poor recovery.
* Zinc: Supports skin, hooves, and immunity.
* Copper: Crucial for joint health, connective tissue, and coat colour.
* Selenium:
Supports antioxidant defences and immune function. Levels in forage vary widely, so supplementation must be tailored to your region to avoid both deficiency and toxicity.
Prevention is easier than the cure
The good news - all of these issues are preventable.
Rather than spending months—and often thousands of dollars—trying to fix problems caused by deficiencies, you can prevent them altogether with the right approach to nutrition.
It starts with knowing exactly what your horse needs and making sure those needs are met.
That’s where FeedXLcomes in.
It helps you accurately assess your horse’s diet and identify any nutrient gaps.
You can see which vitamins and minerals are missing and get clear, data-based suggestions for which feeds or supplements (out of
the thousands available) will best meet those needs.
It also prevents over-supplementing “just in case,” which is a common and expensive mistake.
At best, it wastes money—at worst, it can lead to toxicities just as harmful as deficiencies.
Just because you can’t see a nutritional problem doesn’t mean it isn’t there. And the longer it goes unnoticed, the more damage it can do.
Reviewing your horse’s diet now —could be one of the best things you do for their longterm health and performance.
Don’t wait for the warning signs. Give your horse the nutritional foundation they need to stay strong, happy, and healthy.
The Horse Report Gestation period for mares and foaling due date
The gestation period for mares is approximately 320-370 days from the first time being bred.
To generalize, the estimation of the due date, use a 340 day gestation period.
So if you’re wanting your foal to be born in early August, you need to breed your mare in the last week of August or the first few weeks in September.
The chart pictured will help you with the dates you plan to breed and and predicting the resulting foaling date.
Once you know your mare is in foal and the rough date she is due, as the time nears one of the most stressful things about foaling is the nightly vigils to check your expectant mare.
Anyone who has been in contact with foaling mares would know the story of “My mare waxed up today, she should foal very soon”.
Two weeks later you’re walking around like a zombie with bloodshot eyes saying,“she'll foal any day now”.
When it comes to foaling, on-time human intervention, if needed, is crucial to ensure a successful outcome.
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One of the first signs foaling is near is when the teats wax up
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Mares that display colt-like behaviour
By DR KATRINA SWIFT BVSc/BVetBiol. BIntBus
Why mares may display colt-like Behaviour and what a veterinarian can do.
Mares that exhibit colt-or stallion-like behaviour-such as mounting other horses, squealing, striking, herding, or showing aggression-can puzzle and sometimes frustrate owners.
While some mares are naturally assertive or dominant, a marked change in behaviour or unusually masculine traits can be a sign of an underlying medical issue that warrants veterinary investigation.
These behaviour changes are also often associated with irregular oestrous cycles and difficulty breeding.
One of the most common causes of this behaviour is a Granulosa Cell Tumour (GCT) of the ovary.
These tumours are usually benign but are hormonally active, often producing antiMüllerian hormone (AMH), testosterone and/or inhibin.
As a result, the mare may begin to behave similarly to a colt or stallion, even though she may not be in season.
These tumours typically affect only one
ovary, causing the other to become small and inactive.
Veterinary assessment should begin with a detailed history and behavioural description, followed by a reproductive examination. Transrectal ultrasonography of the uterus and ovaries can help determine the condition of the uterus and allow comparison of the ovaries for size, texture and structures present.
This is often done in conjunction with an AMH blood test in suspect GCT cases as this is the most specific diagnostic test with 98% accuracy reported.
The blood test can be done alone in cases where the mare isn't accustomed to rectal palpation and facilities are not adequate to facilitate this.
If a tumour is identified, the recommended treatment is referral for surgical removal of the affected ovary (ovariectomy).
This can be done via standing laparoscopy or under general anaesthesia, depending on the mare and the size of the tumour.
Behavioural changes often improve significantly within weeks to months after surgery. In cases where no tumour is found, other causes may include hormonal imbalances, uterine infection, ovarian cysts, pain-related behaviour, or even learned dominant behaviours, particularly in mares kept in isolated or stressful environments.
In such cases, a vet may consider medical
treatments such as altrenogest (such as Ovumate) to suppress cycling, or investigate for pain that could be contributing to the mare's reactivity (consider musculoskeletal or gastric ulcers).
Ultimately, unusual behaviour in mares should not be dismissed as personality quirks.
Early veterinary assessment can help you identify the cause of the problem and guide effective treatment, improving the mare's quality of life and her relationship with owner and herd mates.
Mares showing colt-like or aggressive behaviour can be a sign of underlying medical issues.
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It is important if your horses are stabled to have a well-ventilated stable and especially critical for horses prone to respiratory conditions or those who have been diagnosed with Equine Asthma (EA) this is now the allembracing term used to describe respiratory diseases such as Inflammatory Airway Disease (IAD), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Recurrent Airway Obstruction (RAO) and Heaves. Whilst it may be better to have horses with these conditions turned out, this is not always possible and then in spring and summer there is also the increased risk of allergies to several plants, trees, and pollens. If they are stabled, hay can be a major source of small particles in the air and steaming hay will decrease the dust and mould content. Hay replacements such as hay pellets such as Hi Form Complete AlphaFibre or FibrePlus are also an option to provide dustfree fibre intake.
Also consider the option of decreasing chewing time and feeding smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day.
Supplying steamed hay in slow feeder hay nets is also recommended and feeding as low to ground level as possible is also ideal as the horses are more likely to inhale particles if they are chewing hay from a hay net or hay feeder at chest height or higher. In fact, eating any feed or hay at chest height or higher can cause all sorts of health issues. Eating in a natural, head-down position also assists with clearance and drainage from the respiratory tract.
An important nutrient that has been shown to be beneficial for respiratory health is omega-3 fatty acids, for a few reasons. These fatty acids are absorbed into cell membranes throughout the body, including in the lungs, to support the integrity and pliability of the tissues.
Omega-3 sources, especially those which supply or are highly converted to DHAand EPA(specific long-chain omega-3s), have anti-inflammatory properties.
Horses suffering from respiratory issues, including asthma or allergies, feeding, preferably cold pressed Flax seed oil with a well-balanced diet to support your horse's respiratory health is an excellent inclusion
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Many studies have suggested that steaming hay significantly decreases mould content and induced less tracheal mucus in horses. Steamed hay also induced BALF neutrophilia and but not respiratory clinical signs.
The relevance of steaming hay however warrants further investigations both in the context of prevention/therapy for EAhorses at training and for long-term preclusion of lately developing EA.
Study results have shown the most effective way to reduce microbial allergens in hay is through steaming, due to the high heat application.
In one study comparing the effect of soaking and steaming hay, only steaming effectively reduced the concentrations of both bacteria and mould contamination (Moore-Colyer et al., 2014).
In fact, submerging hay in water (soaking)
can increase the bacterial counts in hay, and the longer the soaked hay sits before being consumed, the greater the increase.
Hay steaming does decrease the mould counts.
Therefore, employing additional management strategies to reduce allergen exposure and using appropriate medical treatments recommended by a veterinarian are also critical when managing horses with respiratory conditions especially asthma.
There is also now growing interest in complimentary therapy products such as Breathe and RespiraFix in the management of respiratory conditions including asthma.
Overall, steaming hay for horses with respiratory allergies is more advantageous than soaking, due to the decrease in both dust and microbial contamination.
Commercially available steamers are safe and easy to use following manufacturers' directions.
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Eating in a natural, head-down position also assists with clearance and drainage from the respiratory tract.
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Herbal & natural help for horses with asthma
From page 16
NATURAL ASSISTANCE
RespiraFix is now available to manage horses with Asthma.
It is an all-natural herbal extract plus Vitamin C to support the respiratory system, especially useful in conditions such as Equine Asthma which include COPD, chronic coughing, pneumonia as well as swelling and inflammation of the bronchial tubes. The formulation comprises of several herb extracts and nutrients some of these are listed below:
Marshmallow - to assist in the soothing of irritated inflamed airways, reduce allergic reaction and encourage the expulsion of mucus.
Rosehip - a powerful anti-oxidant, high in vitamin C with anti-inflammatory properties, supports really well horses coming back from illness and injury.
Vitamin C - Horses suffering from EA (Equine Asthma) have shown to have lower levels of Vitamin C in lung secretion than horses without EA. Assists in the support of horses experiencing oxidative stress in their lungs.
Curcuma Longa - helps the body rid the causative agents of respiratory infections due to its anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties.
In trials it has shown reduction in airway constriction and hyper-sensitivity to histamine.
Withania - helps to manage physical and mental health conditions, assists the immune system and reduction in cortisol levels as well as stress and assists in muscle building.
Maritime Pine - assists in the reduction of allergies and asthma, helping to improve skin, vascular function, liver and the metabolism as well as helping with inflammation, immunity and lung disease.
Chamomile - is a nervine relaxant, and is known for its anti-allergic, sedative, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Liquorice Root - anti-inflammatory, demulcent and expectorant properties will help with allergic inflammatory responses, to assist in slowing mucus production and to help soothe inflamed, irritated mucus membranes.
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CONCLUSION
As with all things, it is a combination of factors to assist in the management of our horses.
1. Well-ventilated stables or barns
2. Try to limit dust and potential allergens in paddocks
3. Steaming hay for horses with respiratory allergies is more advantageous than soaking, due to the decrease in both dust and microbial contamination.
4. Feed naturally
5. In conjunction with your vet, choose human grade supplements to assist in the management of respiratory conditions. For further information and advice please contact Hi Form - enq@hiform.com.au or Ph. 03 97756422
Turn out horses in pastures away from dust and potential allergens in paddocks.
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Equine nutrition and feeding the nervous horse
By LARISSA BILSTON, BAgrSc (Hons 1), Nutritionist, Farmalogic
Appropriate nutrition is a key component for successful behaviour management of 'hot,' anxiety-prone or spooky horses.
Training and nutrition go hand-in-hand to produce the best outcome.
For best results, consider the forage to hard feed ratio, total caloric intake, amount of starch or sugar in the diet whilst maintaining correct vitamin and mineral levels and fatty acid ratios. Nutraceuticals to maintain a healthy microbiome and mycotoxin binders can also have a significant impact on behaviour.
1. Minimise hard feeds
Avoid overfeeding horses prone to nervous and excitable behaviour.
Feed the smallest amount of hard feed required to maintain a healthy weight.
The amount your horse needs is influenced by the quality and availability of pasture for grazing as well as horse size, level of activity or breeding status and his or her individual metabolism.
Split the daily allowance into multiple small meals across the day to prevent microbiome disruption, hindgut acidosis and the reduce the risk of colic.
For a 500 kg horse, a hard feed should not exceed 2 to 3 kg dry weight per meal, many horses thrive on just a fraction of this amount. Consuming too many calories, even from 'cool feeds' can make a horse feel playful. Adjust the amount fed regularly in response to changes in work level and forage quality.
Forage (also called roughage) should form the foundation of all horse diets.
This is the grass, hay and chaff component. Horses need a minimum of 1 per cent and preferably closer to 2 per cent* of their bodyweight measured by dry weight. (* The 2% forage rule applies to horses needing to gain or maintain weight. It may not apply to overweight or insulin resistant horses.)
A500 kg horse without pasture access needs around 10-12 kg (as fed) of hay, predominantly grass or meadow hay.
The more grass available for grazing, the less roughage needs to be fed.
Learn to monitor your pasture's availability. Be aware that paddocks with large over-grazed sections and smaller patches of mature grass are not likely to provide enough forage. The amount of hay required will change depending on daylength, rain and temperature. You can check whether your horse is getting
enough forage by offering good quality grass or meadow hay.
If your horse eats it all, keep increasing the amount of hay fed each day until your horse is leaving just a little, then decrease slightly. Limit lucerne and clover to no more than 20 per cent of forage intake.
Some 'hot' horses may react to high protein diets so observe carefully how much lucerne or clover forage and legume grain your horse can tolerate.
Ensuring enough roughage is the best starting point for designing a good diet for a nervous horse.
Horses who hold condition easily may only need a mineral balancer pellet or powder to complete their diet of grass and/or hay.
If your horse does not hold weight when allowed free choice access to grass or grass hay, add calories with a hard feed low in sugars and starch.
Which hard feeds are best for nervous horses?
You don't have to use pre-mixed feeds with the word 'cool' in the name to provide a nutritious diet capable of keeping your 'hot' horse in good condition without losing his or her cool.
In fact, some feeds marketed under the name 'cool' are very high in starch and cereal grains which are actually 'heating' ingredients.
The best source of additional calories to keep condition on a nervous horse are those with a low glycemic index (GI). These feeds provide 'cool' calories and are also ulcer-friendly.
Horses exhibiting anxious, nervous or unsettled
behaviour may be more prone to developing gastric ulcers, and these behaviours can be a sign that ulcers are present, so feeding ulcerfriendly feeds is a worthwhile strategy.
The glycemic index measures the rise in blood glucose levels two hours after eating that food. High GI foods such as cereal grains like barley, oats and rice are rich in sugars and simple carbohydrates are generally considered 'heating.' Feeds with added sugar/molasses/honey are best avoided in a 'cool' diet.
'Cool' feeds have a low GI value and are low in sugars and starch. Read the label on premixed feeds carefully and choose feeds made from the following ingredients or make your own feed by combining 2 - 3 from the "Cool Feeds" list.
Cool feeds list:
Super Fibres - high in digestible fibre like Beet pulp, Copra, Legume hulls (e.g. soy, lupin, chickpea hulls)
Legume Grains - high in fibre and resistant starch like Lupins, Soy beans. Soy beans should not be fed raw. They must be processed through a controlled heat treatment to improve digestion and bioavailability of nutrients. Lupins may be fed cooked or raw, but whole or cracked lupins must be soaked until soft.
Oils - energy dense, no carbohydrates
2.Fatty acid balance
Oil is very calorie dense and can be used to boost the energy intake of underweight and hard-working horses without increasing the size or carbohydrate content of the hard feed. Oil can be fed at up to 1 ml per kilogram of horse bodyweight provided it is introduced very gradually and vitamin E intake is increased by 1.5 IU per millilitre of oil.
Common usage is within the range 50 to 250 ml oil per horse per day.
Although any plant-based oil can be used to provide 'cool' calories, many are extremely high in omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Since horses need to consume more omega-3 fatty acids than omega-6, the type and amount of oil used must be chosen carefully with consideration to the roughage source.
Horses grazing plentiful green grass have an omega-3 rich diet. The more hay and grains fed, the higher the omega-6 intake.
Horses on high omega-6 diets should avoid oils with an omega 3 to 6 ratio of less than 1.
Oils and oilseeds with an omega 3 to 6 ratio above 1.0 include linseed, chia and blends of canola with fish or algal oil. Alternatively, algal or fish oil based omega balancers may be used to correct the omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.
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Monitoing the amount and types of feed are crucial when dealing with nervous or excitable horses.
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Poor equine gut health contributes to nervousness
From page 18
Horses with particularly sensitive digestive tracts and those suffering chronic stress can benefit from ongoing omega-3 supplementation regardless of diet.
Research shows that marine-sourced omega-3s (DHAand EPA) can improve cognitive function in humans. DHAis essential for normal brain development before and after birth. EPAis linked to mood and behavior.
Perhaps in future we will see research linking marine-sourced omega-3 supplementation (DHAand EPA) to improved horse behavior and learning.
3. Gut health and nervous horses
Anxiety and stress are detrimental to gut health, and poor gut health exacerbates 'hot' behaviour.
Nervous horses usually benefit from extra care for good gut health to avoid the downward spiral caused by painful gut issues such as gastric ulcers, hindgut acidosis and dysbiosis (disrupted gut microbes).
Horses rely on a healthy gut microbial population to produce butyrate (a calm energy source with gut healing properties) and many B-group vitamins.
Vitamin B deficiency can reduce appetite, affect the nervous system and influence behaviour. Ahealthy microbiome reduces the levels of lactic acid and maintains a more stable hindgut pH which can reduce the impact of stress on the gut and avoid potentially behaviour-modifying deficiencies.
Scientists found that horses fed live yeast probiotics (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) prior to a stressful event had measurably lower stress hormone levels and their gut flora returned to a
normal healthy state faster than unsupplemented horses.
Supplementation with the live yeast
Saccharomyces cerevisiae helps maintain the natural diversity of hindgut bacterial populations and is a useful strategy in the management of 'hot' horses.
4.Vitamin and mineral supplements for dietary balance
'Hot' or nervous behaviour can be caused by inadequate vitamin B levels or mineral imbalance. Providing nutrients to overcome nutrient deficiency can impact positively on behavior, but overfeeding can cause imbalances that may be harmful.
All horses need to have microminerals added to balance their diets (especially copper, zinc, selenium, iodine).
The correct balance of calcium, phosphorous and magnesium is important for muscle contraction/relaxation and normal brain and nervous system function.
Vitamins and minerals can be supplemented by providing the full recommended amount of a quality pre-mixed feed, or by adding a balancer powder or pellet.
When feeding a reduced rate of pre-mixed pellets or muesli, use a balancer powder to top up and balance your horse's vitamin and mineral requirements.
Remember that it is possible for a horse to be deficient in one mineral even if the recommended daily intake is provided if mineral ratios across the whole intake are unbalanced.
5.Pasture-related behavioural changes
Sometimes pastures can contribute to changes in behaviour as a result of mycotoxin contamination, mineral imbalance, the presence of phytoestrogens and high sugar levels which can cause hindgut acidosis.
Mycotoxins are harmful substances produced by bacteria and fungi that grow on forage and grains.
They can be present in pastures and hay as well as in grains or hard feeds. Mycotoxins can negatively impact gastrointestinal function and cause damage to the brain, nervous system and other organs.
Symptoms of mycotoxins affecting the nervous system may include unpredictable, irritable or spooky behaviour and separation anxiety.
Clover, subclover and some kinds of mycotoxins contain phytoestrogens which mimic the sex hormone estrogen and can cause 'marey' behaviour and fertility problems.
Very lush grasses from highly productive species (e.g. ryegrass and clover) contain high levels of sugar, potassium and nitrates especially during spring and autumn.
Horses grazing these pastures may need extra salt and magnesium.
Management of pasture-related behavioural change may require dietary supplements or changing pasture paddocks.
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7-17 Annual Spring Pleasure Drive @ Manilla 13-14 Rosymoon Cup 2025 @ Temora 20-21 Level 3 CDE@ Murrami Sportsground
27 Cones Spectacular – Camden Club
26-29 Queensland State Championships 2025 @ Nanango Showgrounds ENDURANCE
www.aera.asn.au / www.tadra.asn.au
AUGUST
2-3 Braidwood Currowan Endurance Ride
2-3 Kiwarrak Endurance Ride
2-3 WRERAHarvest Ride
9-10 Murrumba
9-10 Ararat Endurance Ride
23-24 Kilkivan Endurance
25-29 Shahzada
30-31 Waikerie River Ride
SEPTEMBER
5-6 WAState Championships
6-7 Spring Shore
6-7 Wondai
13-14 Woodstock
13-14 Tenterfield
13-14 Moyston Endurance Ride
26-29 Cordillera Trail
26-28 SAState Championship - Ponderosa
27-28 Johns River Endurance Ride
27-28 LoVERS
INTER SCHOOL
AUGUST
10 IQ Show Jumping @ Park Ridge
16 Arndell Interschool Equestrian Carnival
@ Hawkesbury Showground
26 Fraser Coast Interschool @ Maryborough
SEPTEMBER
25- 30 National Interschool Champs@ SIEC
POLO/ POLOCROSSE
www.polocrosse.com.au
AUGUST
PONY CLUB
www.pcansw.org.au
www.ponyclubqld.com.au
www.ponyclubvic.org.au
www.ponyclub.asn.au
AUGUST
1-3 State Showjumping & Jumping
Equitation Championships @ Gunnedah
23 Mackay Pony Club Derby Dash
REINING
www.reiningaustralia.com.au
AUGUST
3 - 9 Nationals, Tamworth NSW
RODEO
www.nationalrodeoassociation.com.au
www.prorodeo.com.au
www.pbraustralia.com.au
AUGUST
1 Pine Rivers Show Rodeo
2 Kilcoy
15 Moura Bull Ride
16 Wandoan Rodeo
16 Caboolture Triple B Bull Ride
23 Goombungee Rodeo
23 Wondai - Bull Ride
SHOWJUMPING /EVENTING
www.qld.equestrian.org.au
www.nsw.equestrian.org.au
www.vic.equestrian.org.au
www.sa.equestrian.org.au
www.wa.equestrian.org.au
www.nt.equestrian.org.au
www.tas.equestrian.org.au
AUGUST
16-17 Queensland Show Jumping Club
15-17 Waratah Warm Up
21-24 Waratah Showjumping World Cup
28-31 Tamworth World Cup
23-24 North Qld Showjumping ClubFrosty Mango Series
SHOWHORSE
www.agsshowsnsw.org.au
www.qcas.net.au
www.vicagshows.com.au www.sacountryshows.com
AUGUST
1-3 Pine Rivers
2-3 Sarina
8-9 Tullamore Show
9 Mount Morgan
9-17 Ekka
12-13 Trundle Show
15-16 Wee Waa Show
16 Bedgerabong Show
16 Wowan
19-20 Peak Hill Show
22-23 Condobolin Show
23 Canungra
24 AHAQ All Breeds @ Park Ridge
23-24 Wondai
25-27 Parkes Show
29-30 Narromine Show
29-31 Gold Coast
30 Barellan Show
30-31 Penrith Show
SEPTEMBER
2-3 West Wyalong Show
5-6 Beaudesert
6 Mary Valley
6-7 EQ HOTY@ QSEC
7 Woodstock Memorial Show
12-13 Hay Show
12-13 Noosa
12-13 Wagga Wagga Show
13 Quilpie
13-14 Forbes Show
13-14 Quirindi Show
20 Kenilworth
20-21 Nimbin Show
19-21 NNSW Hack Champ @ Grafton
26-27 Kyogle Show
26-28 Singleton Show
27 Eumundi
28 NNSW Allbreeds Show @ Casino
OCTOBER
3-5 SHCQ HOTY@ QSEC
10-11 Casino Show
16-18 Lismore show
24-25 Alstonville Show
31-1 Murwillumbah Show
TRAIL RIDING & CTR
Australian Trail Horse Riders Association0418 438 807 www.athra.com.au
Beaudesert Shire 0429 443 237
Beechmont & District 0419 737 253
Bouldercombe 0459 451 967
Breakaway 0408 712 851
Brisbane Valley 0428 750 145
Cairns Trail Horse Club 0429 008 707
Calen Trail & Sports Club 0428 849 529
Cooloola Trail riders Ph 07 5482 8436
CTHC-Caboolture ph 07 5498 6068
Curtis & District 0438 111 091
Dayboro Trail Riders to 0432 186 200
Email - dayboro.trailriders@gmail.com
Gympie Region Horse Trail Riding Club 0488 015 673
Ipswich & District 0457 881 012
Logan River Redlands 0412 655 613
Mudgeeraba & Hinterland 0407 902 754
Rathdowney Trail Riding 07 5544 1177
Richmond River Trail Horse Riders Club 0431 486 354 / rrthrc@gmail.com
Saturday Horse Activities 0408 361 215
SCATER www.scater.com.au
Ph: 07 5478 8676 or 0417 612 061
Somerset Trail Riding Club - 0418 438 807
Sunny Coast Trail Club - 0428 176 557
Tweed-Byron Trail Riders 0418 400 047
Townsville Horse Trail Club 0407 117 998
Toowoomba Trail Riders 0419 614 426
Toowoomba's Cumburrie 0438 933 032
Trail Riding Australia 0458 342 067
Wide Bay Trail Riders 07 4126 3456
WESTERN www.aqha.com.au
AUGUST
9-10 Sunshine Coast QHPC - "A" Show SEPTEMBER 13-14 Sunshine Coast QHPC - "A" Show 21 SSWPC Multi Judge AShow
The Horse Report
“BYE BYE FLY”
QUEENSLAND ITCH, SWEET ITCH, SUMMER ECZEMA and EQUINE ALLERGIC DERMATITIS are names for distressing skin conditions which affects horses in spring and summer months throughout Australia and around the world.
The usual cause is a hypersensitivity to the bites of flies (in particular sand flies or midges).
While the bite of the flies are an irritation, some horses develop sensitivity to the bite and will rub themselves so much that they cause injury to their skin.
Research shows the cause is an allergic reaction to the chemicals in the saliva of the midges (as with humans).
Not only that, but once or twice a day, stable lies come to the horse, feed vigorously for a minute or two, and then return to the shade to digest their food. These bites can cause intense irritation in some horses. The bites appear as small raised lumps with a central scab.
The effects on the horses can be dramatic. They suffer intense pruritus (itchiness) on the mane, tail, face, ears and back, resulting in biting, rubbing, hair loss, self-trauma and a change of temperament. They become miserable and irritable.
KURITCH has been specially formulated to help assist this problem effectively, in a number of ways:
Firstly, it repels the biting insects using the combination of the natural repellent “Citronella Oil” and a highly effective repellent “DEET”. Secondly, it soothes the irritated areas thus relieving the horse from biting and rubbing, which in turn allows the normal healing process to begin.
Also rugging, hooding or stabling your horses between the hours of 4pm – 7am during spring and summer will limit the contact of the flies.
Should your horse already be suffering from the effects of allergic skin dermatitis, ensure you use QUIT ITCH to treat and relieve the effects of insect bites.
Since the 1970’s, QUIT ITCH has been an essential weapon in the fight against skin disorders in horses.
It achieves this by the inclusion of the natural antiseptic “Eucalyptus oil” and Camphor oil” which naturally relieves itchy skin.
These significant benefits are also enhanced by the “Rain Resistant” and “Low irritant” formula. As it doesn’t contain alcohol (prevalent in most fly sprays) it won’t “sting” the horse. It can also be applied to surface wounds, minor cuts and skin abrasions to help prevent irritation and possible infection by nuisance insects.
Registered by the APVMA in Australia for over 40 years, extensive field experience has proven KURITCH to be a most effective solution for both preventing and healing distressing skin conditions caused by biting insects.
As well as KURITCH as a repellent, environmental management will also assist in protecting your horse.
Midges breed near stagnant water. As they don’t fly more than a few hundred metres from their breeding area, housing or paddocking your horses more than 500 metres from those areas will reduce their exposure to the flies.
The Horse Report
Radiographic proof in clinical results
By Dr ANDREWWATTSBVSc Equine Veterinarian
BONE Gold nutritional bone joint and collagen supplement was formulated to provide some of the essential amino acid requirements of collagen type I, II and III (found in bone and connective tissue) in addition to supporting the nitric oxide pathway which has been found to assist in the formation of bone callus postinjury.
Veterinary surgeons have recommended that Bone Gold may assist with sore shins, tendon injuries, ligament injuries, osteoarthritis and post-surgery in horses and polyarthritis, geriatric osteoarthritis, and post-surgery in dogs.
Here is a veterinary radiographic report on a horse with a fracture evident on the medial toe and after treatment and feeding Bone Gold during this period. More information on these products can be found at www.vetgold.com.au
VETERINARY RADIOGRAPHIC REPORT
HORSE: "XXXXXXXX"
DATES OF EXAMINATION: 26TH AUG, 21ST OCT 21 & 17TH NOV '21
PLACE: XXXXXXXXXX FARM
XXXXXXX's left and right front feet were radiographed on 26th Aug, 21st Oct (8 weeks) and again on the 17th Nov '21(12 weeks).
RADIOGRAPHS:
26.08.21: Right Front: Large P3 solar margin fracture evident on medial toe 32.6mm x 4.1mm with approximately 1.4mm separation from parent bone as below left image.
21.10.21: Right Front: Fine residual 4.2mm fracture still evident, approximately 90% resolution
17.11.21: Right Front: Fracture fully resolved
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Radiographic results as of the 17th Nov '21 show total resolution of the original fracture.
XXXXXXX was reshod today utilising off an alloy shoe with a toe clip - inner circumference seated out to avoid any sole pressure.
The horse can return to training. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further queries
COMMENTS:
Solar margin Type IV fractures of this magnitude have well-documented internationally published healing rates of 7 - 12 months. Full resolution of these fractures is rare as most often the fracture fragments are resorbed.
Full resolution in a 3 month period was not anticipated.
The horse was on Bone Gold 3 x scoops fed once per day for this period.
"Go to our webpage or scan the QR Code to see more Bone Gold Radiographic results"
Equine Health Feature
The Horse Report Should I rug my horse in winter?
By WWW.RANVET.COM.AU
Many horse owners often ask themselves, should I rug my horse in winter. Rugs are primarily used to shield horses from varying weather conditions and climates.
There are several main reasons why we rug our horses in winter:
To keep them warm.
To keep them dry and to keep them clean. If they get wet and cold, they lose more heat and as a result use more energy to keep warm.
To be able to clip them, which reduces the risk of over-heating during training or competition.
Not all horses need rugging, a full winter coat is well designed to protect the horse from the cold.
Late summer and early autumn are the time for your horse to naturally develop its winter coat and adapt its natural heating systems.
The coat gets heavy in the winter for a reason, and it stands on end and acts as a layer of insulation when it gets cold to keep the body warm.
When considering rugging horses, it is important to consider three weather factors:
* Wind
* Wet * Cold
These factors need to be taken into consideration along with the horse’s individual needs.
As with people, young and old horses are less likely to cope well with the cold.
Young horses are smaller and often have less body fat and will lose heat more rapidly.
Older horses have a reduced ability to control their body temperature, may have lower body fat, may have health problems, reduced digestive efficiency and be less active which can all con-
tribute to them being more at risk in cold weather.
Horses that are recovering from illness also have a hard time trying to keep warm while using their energy to try to heal or get over their ailment at the same time.
Horses that have been kept under lights, either for breeding purposes or to keep their coats shinier and thinner, also will need extra consideration.
These are all horses that, even if they are not clipped, do not fit the normal mould when it comes to considering rugging through winter.
Providing your horse with a well fitted and suitable rug is vital for its comfort if you decide
to rug your horse. The right rug choice will help to regulate your horse’s body temperature and maintain a healthy condition. Two terms to be familiar when it becomes to rugs are denier and fill. The higher the denier, the sturdier the fabric.
Fill is the batting inside the rug. The fill weight indicates how heavy or warm the rug is.
Lightweight rugs generally are around 100 grams to 200 grams, medium weights are often around 200 grams, and heavyweights can be 350 grams or more.
When checking the warmth under a rug place your hand under the rug behind the withers or feel around the horse’s kidneys. Ahorse’s kidneys are on either side of their back, behind where a saddle would be placed.
If it feels cold, then you may want to consider a thicker rug. If it feels damp, then you may want to consider removing the rug as its likely your horse is too warm.
Remember if the horse is too heavily rugged then less energy is lost and will be deposited as fat leading to weight gain.
Belmont Rockstar & Tyler Buchanan Champion Large Galloway
Champion Large Show Hunter Galloway Firefly Perri exhibited by Willow Scotson
Champion Child’s Pony Melodypark Kingdom of Heaven exhibited by Macy Crane
Arcadian Eclipse Of The Heart & Gigi Monroe Duncan reserve champion hunter leading rein pony
Kristy Lollback & Carool Lord Gatsby Reserve Champion Rider over 30yrs
Anthem & Riley Kent Champion Large Hack
Braeburn Park Spring Dance & Ella Berghan Champion First ridden pony
Love On Display ridden by Ken Uran
Champion Small Show Hunter Pony Imperial Vagabond & Hannah Pollard
Bloomfield Shameless & Amelia Waller reserve champion Large Hunter Hack
Glenhill Revere exhibited by Abbey Lovell Champion Small Hunter Hack
Preston Park Mr Darcy & Ashlee Softley top 5 in the Small Show Hunter Pony
Trending & Melissa Sambrooks Reserve Champion Small Hack
Federer & Jaspa Beattie Champion Large Hunter Hack
Champion ridden OTT
Champion Adult Rider Jazz Hardy
Champion Open Hack Golden Sky exhibited by Brock Billing
Champion Novice Galloway exhibite by Karen Shaw
Supreme Led exhibit Tremayne Royal Opera & Paula Anthony
Supreme Ridden Show Hack RS Devilry with judges Gillian Beale, Chloe Smith and Suzi Van Kampen
Champion Hunter Galloway
Supreme Hunter Hack with judges Gillian Beale, Chloe Smith and Suzi Van Kampen
Champion Junior Rider Emily Dunn
The Horse Report Your Horse Deserves A Better Ride...OzGlide
What is the Oz Glide?
The Oz Glide concept is unique. It is the only hitch dampening system available in Australia that offers a smooth ride in both tow vehicle and the trailer.
While the Oz Glide does not change the static ball weight, it delivers a smoother ride by reducing the downward impact applied to the vehicle tow ball through its airbag and shock absorption system.
As a result you will achieve a smoother and safer ride. When applied to a horse float you will have the added benefit of reducing stress to livestock.
Following extensive testing the Oz Glide system has met Australian Design Rules and will provide you with an assurance of a quality product which will enhance your towing experience while delivering increased safety.
The Horse Report
Results vs progress - take the time it takes
By TANJA KRAUS
“Take the time it takes”, this is the mantra of the greatest horse trainers in the world. But sitting on the lips of every results-focused rider is the inevitable question: How long is that, exactly?
Trainers
I’ve written and spoken about measuring progress with our horses, about taking the time it takes, and about setting goals—all seemingly contradictory ideas. The truth is, human beings are naturally results-focused.
Granted, some more than others, but on some level, we all keep doing something—whether it’s playing a sport, sticking to a diet or exercise routine, or studying— because we can see the progress, or because we’ve got our eye on the prize.
In the horse world, that can look like taking a horse and ‘polishing’him (feed, training, grooming) and seeing the changes in his body and presence.
For others, it’s about putting in early mornings and long days to train a discipline and compete for recognition or a ribbon.
For some, it’s about the progress in the ‘connection’—in relationship or ability—between horse and human.
The “problem” is, once we set a goal that enables us to measure our progress, our human brain gets task-focused in the pursuit of that goal, often at the expense of the horse. Think of setting a goal to compete in a dressage test.
Suddenly our focus shifts to whether our
But what if we asked instead: “Is my horse balanced enough to do a full 20meter circle with correct bend? Is he strong enough to ride a 5 minute test in self-carriage? Is he tuned-in and responsive enough to be guided in detail? Does he have the combined strength, balance, and clarity to perform a transition on a set marker?”
And this isn’t just about competition. Horsemanship programs have levels. Classical dressage follows a progressive system. Pony clubs, endurance, show jumping—they all have their versions.
I won’t keep listing, you get the picture. Some of you might be thinking, “Nope, that’s
not me, I just trail and beach ride.” Fair enough - but even with the ‘pleasure horse,’ we still measure progress, whether we realise it or not.
When was the last time you were disappointed that your horse wouldn’t cross a river or bridge, or was just a bit too spooky on the trail?
The truth is, our trail horses still need to be fit, strong, balanced, and confident if we both want to have a good time out there.
So, what’s the solution?
As always, the first step is ‘Consciousness’. Once we become more aware of our actions with our horses and start asking “Why am I asking this? Is it to help him get stronger?
More confident, More responsive? Better balanced?”, we begin making choices for the horse, not just the outcome.
Next is ‘Balance’—balance between what we humans need (we need to see progress and results), and what our horses need (they need time—some a lot more than others).
We have to find that middle ground in how we ride and train.
Then there’s ‘Reconsideration’. Maybe we need to look at how we’re measuring progress.
Maybe our version of success is a little surface-level—like ticking off a maneuver or nailing a dressage test. If we shift our focus to a deeper kind of progress—balance, confidence, self-carriage, strength—we can give ourselves a new way to track growth. One that’s better for the horse and still keeps us motivated to “take the time it takes.”
horse can do a 20- meter circle, halt square, walk a straight line, or hit transitions on the markers.
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Flexi-Fibre®
Flexi-Fibre
Fibre provides root structure, similar to grass roots in turf, to existing or new sand-based riding surfaces. Fibre improves the surface stability, therefore the horse will work ‘on top’ of the surface rather than ‘through’ it.
Our Flexi Fibre is a mixture of polypropylene, polyester and nylon Fibres which are the base material to all of our surfaces worldwide and similar to all other top surface suppliers. We
Australian conditions and manufacture here in Australia, enabling us to produce at very competitive rates.
• Improves preformance
• Improves stability of new or existing sand surfaces
• Enhances drainage
• Long lasting
The Horse Report Remi Stud Young Rider Scholarship - 2025
By EQUESTRIAN QUEENSLAND
The Remi Stud Young Rider Scholarship is an annual scholarship and is awarded to a very deserving young rider who has the talent and dedication in either dressage or eventing, but needs financial assistance to purchase a horse of their dreams.
Cheryl O’Brien from Remi Stud has put together a great team of supporters to help make this dream come true for one lucky young rider. This scholarship is an amazing opportunity for a young rider to have entry into the equestrian industry with support from a variety of Supporters:Lord Dressage, Prydes EasiFeed, Dr. Show Edwards Saddleworld, HHSA, Kelato, West Vets, Gala Equine, Horse in the Box, Equilibrium, Dolmans Farrier, Manuels Horse Transport, Equestrian Queensland, Brisbane CDI, Equestrian Australia
To be considered for the receipt of this amazing scholarship valued at over $35,000, riders should complete the application form.
Applicants are eligible from the beginning of the year in which they turn 15 to the end of the year in which they turn 25.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 25 AUGUST, 2025
This year’s scholarship foal would suit dressage and/or eventing and will be a very exciting addition to any competitive stable. Applicants should provide the following information to accompany their application form:
- An application letter describing why you believe you would be a worthy recipient of the scholarship - this should include current training level; short, medium and long term goals in the equestrian industry; and information regarding how this scholarship would support your future goals
- Aletter from your parent or guardian stating that they approve of your application, why they think you would benefit from the scholarship, and that they are prepared to commit the time and support necessary to care for the horse
- Aletter from your current coach supporting
your application, and stating why they think you would benefit from the scholarship, and stating how they will be involved in the preparation of this young horse
- Your best 3 dressage scores and at what competition level, in the past 12 months (a video of a test would be welcome, but not necessary).
Previous Scholarship winners are:
2013: ISABELLAWILKINSON-McINTYRE from Brisbane, Qld, was the inaugural winner, and was awarded the black gelding, REMI LIVINGSTONE S by Lauries As (imp) / Lanthan (Ger).
2014: ALEXANDRABARLOW from Yeppoon, Qld, was given the brown filly REMI LIBERTY BELLE S by Lauries As (imp) / Fishermans Friend (imp).
2015: JORDYN FAINT an eventer from Londonderry in NSW, received the brown gelding REMI FALLGUYS, who was donated as a tribute to the outstanding stallion Fishermans Friend (imp)
2016: GEORGE GROVER, also an eventer from Tasmania, was awarded the dark brown gelding, REMI LORD OF THE VALE S by Lauries As (imp) / Court Musician xx
2017: OLIVIARUZSICSKAfrom Humpty Doo in the Northern Territory received the black colt REMI LAZZARINI S by Lauries As (imp) / EM Remi Burlesque by Belissimo M.
2018: SASKIASMITH from Orange in New South Wales received the dark chestnut filly REMI LAURIES DREAM S by Lauries As (imp) / Remi Dreamcatcher by Desperados.
2019: CHARLOTTE STEPHENS from Samford, Qld, was the deserving winner in 2019, and was given the beautiful dark brown colt, Remi Lauristinus S by Lauries As (imp)/Fishermans Friend (imp),
2020: ELISE PAYNE from Ourimbah, NSW, was the winner in 2020. She was awarded the beautiful filly, Remi Laurentia S by Lauries As (imp) from Remi Veuve Clicquot by Viscount. Because of the logistical challenge of Covid, we had a virtual presentation to Elise.
2021: AMELIADART from NSW, received the first foal to be donated by our young Hanoverian stallion, Remi Vigneron, the chestnut gelding Remi Virtual Star S. He is the last of 11 foals from our wonderful Premium & Elite Mare Remi Wolkenstar by Wolkenstein II. These 9 youngsters have already been put under saddle by Matthew Lord and Team Van Den Berge, and are well on their way to represent all the sponsors in their respective disciplines.
2022: GEORGIACREED the “Bush Kid” from Biloela, Qld, was the winner in 2022. She was awarded the lovely gelding, Remi Valdemar S by Remi Vigneron from Remi Viscountess. 2023: AMYBACHMANN from Victoria was the winner in 2023. She was awarded the lovely gelding, Remi Valentino S by Remi Vigneron from Best Foot Forward xx.
2024: BELLAPLUMRIDGE from the Yarra Valley in Victoria was the winner in 2024. Bella was awarded the beautiful colt "Remi Venturo S." by Remi Vigneron
The Remi Stud Young Rider Scholarship winner 2024 - Bella Plumridge.
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RIDING PONY QLD YOUNGSTOCK SHOW
The RPSBS Queensland Committee will hold the 2025 Queensland Riding Pony Pageant show to be on Sunday, 9 November offering a great program for Riding Pony Youngstock that includes Yearling, two-year-old and threeyear-old Sweepstakes Futurities with cash prize pools. This year we will also include an improved Senior led and ridden program for Show Pony, Show Hunter and Overheight exhibits. Progeny and exhibitor group classes and dual-registration led and ridden classes. Plus as an added bonus we will be running a extra ring open to all breeds and non members catering for open hacks child's classes and beginners.
Programs will be available at www.rpsbs.com.au/qld/qld-events/ and entries for Riding Ponies will be via www.rpsbs.com.au - login Entries for ring 3 will be via www.nominate.com.au For enquires contact rpsbsqld@outlook.com
LISMORE SHOW
The North Coast National Lismore Show will be held over 3 days 16-17-18 October 2025 at the beautiful Lismore Showground.
Thursday - There will be an Australian Stock Horse Feature show along with the western and coloured breed classes.
Friday - Will have the Open Show & Show hunter Led Classes for Ponies Galloways & Hacks, Stud Book Pony, Australian Saddle Pony, Shetland, Welsh, Unregistered Pony, Brumby, Baroque, Warmblood, Arabian & Arabian Derivatives, Gypsy Cob, Heavy Horse, ANSA, Thoroughbred, Standardbred classes, Supreme led & supreme ridden Breed and The annual Champion of Champions sponsored by Horseland Lismore.
This year’s show will help celebrate 50 years of the Australian Riding Pony with a Feature Riding Pony Show with winners of these classes qualifying for the Jubilee Show to be held in conjunction with the 2026 Canberra Royal. The feature will cater for Youngstock, Show Pony, Show Hunter Pony, Over Height Show and Show hunter, Leading Rein, First ridden, child’s ridden classes with Champions in each section and a Supreme Champion Show Riding Pony and Supreme Champion Hunter Riding Pony
Saturday - will see the Maiden, Novice, Intermediate, Lismore LGA Hack Classes, Open Hack, Hunter and rider classes, plus Off the Track Classes. Champion Hack will receive the Verdun Smith Memorial Trophy and $100.
Supreme Champion Rider will receive the Peggy Fryer Memorial trophy and $100 and Supreme Champion Hack will receive the Noel Chittick Memorial trophy and $150.
Showjumping will be Friday and Saturday with approximately $3000 in prize money on offer For further information Email: entries@northcoastnational.com.au or visit www. northcoastnational.com.au
NIMBINSHOW
The Nimbin Country Show had its beginnings in 1919 and is the first show in the North Coast show circuit. The 2025 show will be held on 2021 September and is a traditional style agricultural show with horses, cattle, poultry, arts, crafts, fruits, vegetables, and horticulture. Saturday ring events will have classes for Showjumping, Stockhorses, Western Breeds The Netta Henson Memorial Event and a Gala Fun ring with bareback and fancy dress. Sunday ring events will feature led and ridden pony ANSAThoroughbred and Arabian breed classes , novice and open Hacks and Hunters and Rider classes
For more information: www.nimbinshowsociety.org.au
Email: secretary@nimbinshowsociety.org.au or phone 0457 614 433
NIMBIN SHOW 2025 20-21 September
Saturday - Showjumping, Stockhorses, Western Breeds
The Netta Henson Memorial Event and a Gala Fun ring with bareback and fancy dress.
Sunday - Led and ridden Pony ANSAThoroughbred and Arabian breed classes
Novice and Open Hacks and Hunters, Rider classes
Supreme Led and Supreme Hack For more information:
Yearling, 2 year old and 3 year old Sweepstakes Futurities Senior led and ridden program for Show Pony, Show Hunter and Overheight exhibits, Newcomer, Novice , Leading Rein and First Ridden classes, Dual registered and home produced Trophies Rugs Garlands and awesome prizes to be won
Entries via www.rpsbs.com.au - login Show entry queries to email: rpsbsqld@outlook.com
RIDING PONY PAGEANT RING 3
CHILD’S / BEGINNER / OPEN HACK RING OPEN TO ANY BREED Day membership $10 enter for this ring via www.nominate.com.au
North Coast National Lismore Show
16 - 17 - 18 October 2025
Thursday - Australian Stock Horse Feature show, Palominos, Paints, Appaloosa, Pintos, Buckskins, Roan, Quarter Horses, Miniature Pony, Miniature Horses, Small Horses, Little Horses, Supreme western or coloured exhibit Stock Horse Challenge (open to ALLBreeds)
Friday - Open Show & Show hunter Led Classes for Ponies Galloways & Hacks Stud Book Pony, Australian Saddle Pony, Shetland, Welsh, Unregistered Pony Brumby, Baroque, Warmblood, Arabian & Arabian Derivatives, Gypsy Cob, Heavy Horse, ANSA, Thoroughbred, Standardbred, Supreme led & supreme ridden Breed CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS - SPONSORED BYHORSELAND LISMORE
RIDING PONY STUD BOOK FEATURE SHOW - JUBILEE QUALIFIER
Youngstock, Show Pony, Show Hunter Pony, Over Height Show and Show hunter Leading Rein, First ridden, child’s ridden classes Champions in each section Supreme Champion Show Riding Pony -- Supreme Champion Hunter Riding Pony
Saturday - Maiden, Novice, Intermediate, Lismore LGAHack, Classes Open Hack, Hunter and rider classes, plus Off the Track Classes, Open Hack Hunter, Galloway Showjumping - Friday and Saturday Approximately $3000 in prize money
VERDUN SMITH MEMORIAL TROPHY FOR CHAMPION HACK - S1OO
THE PEGGY FRYER MEMORIAL PERPETUAL SUPREME RIDER OF THE SHOW . S1OO NOEL CHITTICK MEMORIAL, SUPREME CHAMPION HACK - S15O
Email: entries@northcoastnational.com.au www. northcoastnational.com. au
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NNSW ALL BREEDS SHOW
The NNSW all breeds show will be held at a new venue this year the Casino Showgrounds starting at 9am on Sunday, 28 September 2025. There is an awesome program with Led and Ridden Classes for All breeds. There is a two ring format for Ponies, Galloways & Hacks, Off the Track classes loads of sashes trophies and prizes o offer major awards include the Supreme Champion Led Stallion of the Show, Supreme Champion Led Mare of the Show, Supreme, Champion Led Gelding of the Show, Supreme overall led (Marjorie Clark Memorial), Supreme Champion Rider of the Show (Greg Potts Memorial), Supreme Champion Hack of the Show (Ward Rippon Memorial), Supreme Champion Hunter Hack of Show.
There will also be Beginners / Pony club ring for those just starting out in the show ring or that don’t have show gear that is informal an non plait and features a fancy dress class
Entries are on the day this year at $4 per class or $40 per horse for unlimited classes
Aground fee of $5 per vehicle will be charged at the gate on entry For show Enquires: Email. nswshowhorse@gmail.com
MURWILLUMBAH PONY CLUB CAMP
The Murwillumbah Pony Club will be holding a two day camp on 910 October 2025 including our annual club ribbon day.
Instruction will be provided in show jumping, sporting, showriding, dressage, obstacles and lots more.
The program offers something for riders of all ages and interests from the lead line under eight riders up to associates rider 17 yrs and under 26 yrs, plus a special section for adult riders of any age.
The club operates out of the Murwillumbah Showgrounds and offers great facilities, stables, camping, canteen, new dressage arenas, jumping and sporting equipment, qualified instructors and friendly, helpful members.
Nominations are essential to attend the camp. For further information contact Paula on 0413 733 294 or email cobakibob@bigpond.com
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The Horse Report Queenslanders shine on the international stage
By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA
From the driving podium to the dressage arena and the eventing cross country course, Queensland athletes have once again flown the flag for Australia with pride, skill and resilience.
Their performances at the prestigious CHIO Aachen in Germany not only showcased their elite talent, but also etched new milestones into Australian equestrian history. In a moment that will long be remembered, the formidable combination of Boyd Exell and Tor van den Berge — both with deep Queensland ties — delivered Australia’s first-ever victory in the Baron und Baronin von Buchholtz Nations’Cup for Four-inHand Driving.
More impressively, they did so as a two-man team, competing against full squads in a format where every score counted.
With a combined total of 352.780, Australia triumphed over host nation Germany (367.290) and Belgium (370.290), standing tall on the top step of the podium
In the dressage arena, Kate Kyros and Intro K proudly represented Australia in the CDI1* competition.
In the Prix St. Georges, Kate scored 66.323% against a world-class field of riders from Germany, the Netherlands, the USA, and beyond.
She then stepped up in the CDI1 Intermediate I*, delivering a polished performance to place 7th with a score of 69.382%.
In a field that featured no fewer than seven Olympians, the 21-year-old Queenslander once again proved she belongs at the sport’s highest level.
On the cross country course, Queenslandbased eventers made their mark in the CCIO4-S Nations Cup*, where Australia finished 6th out of 8 elite national teams.
Kevin McNab and Faro Imp completed on a score of 60.90 to place 28th.
Andrew Cooper and Sharvalley Thunder overcame a tough cross country phase to finish 37th overall on 76.70
From pioneering wins in driving to impressive performances in dressage and eventing, Queenslanders continue to demonstrate their world-class calibre and commitment to excellence on the international stage.
Queenslanders have flown the flag for Australia in brilliant fashion in Dressage, Driving and Eventing at the the prestigious CHIOAachen event in Germany.
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The Horse Report
Kolbeach Holly’s OpaL
Price: $ 15,000.
Height: 13.1hh
Reg: SHC, EA, Riding Pony, Saddle
Pony
Colour: Bay
Sex: Mare
YOB: 2018
Sire: Kolbeach Holly’s Gold
Dam: Holly’s Gemstone
Burnewang Diamonds and Roses
Price: $ 3,500.
Approx 13.0 hh
Reg: Riding Pony
Black/Brown
Mare
YOB: 2020
Sire: Janlyn Spirit of Holly
Dam: Burnewang Satin Rose
Frankie is a beautiful modern type of show pony with an absolutely amazing temperament, nothing seems to faze her – side shows, fireworks, chainsaws etc. She is a great sand and mud runner and is excellent to ride bareback and on trail rides. Frankie is a pleasure to own, extremely easy to prepare for shows, clip, wash, great traveler and not marey, matey or horse shy. Frankie is for sale as we now have several ponies in the one height class and more young ones coming through. Please no time wasters – No photo/video collectors please!
Contact: Catherine Ph: 0429 777 661
Hanley Park Cutie Patootie
Price: $ POA
13.3 7/8 hh
Reg: SHC & EA Grey Gelding
Sire: Imperial Placido
Dam: Amaranda Catalina
Champion Childs SHC 2023 Champion Childs EA2023
Champion Childs Northern NSWHack Championships 2023 Grand National Top 10 Childs Large Show Hunter Pony 2023 1st Show Hunter Gelding EKKA2024. Many Champions, Reserves & Supremes at Ag shows Placed at every Royal he’s been entered in.
The time has come for Karl to find a new family to love him like we do. He will make a perfect interschool pony. He loves to jump and is very successful in the show ring. Loves a trail ride. Ridden bareback & loves a beach trip.
This is a very sad sale for Rubee but due to having a Galloway now and schooling commitment’s it’s time for another family to enjoy him. He’s easy to clip, shoe and float.
Current x-rays available Vet check welcome
Lots of photos and videos available on request. Only genuine enquiries as this is a hard sale for us.
Contact: Amber Ph 0416 172 205
Rose is a sweet, pretty, light across the ground mare, ready to be broken in. Successfully foal shown. Comes from a family of very well performed ponies. Video available. For sale by breeder. In paddock condition.
Contact: Rosie Ph 0408 573 033
Ulah Missy Higgins
Price: $8,000. 13.1 hh
Reg: SHC
Bay Mare
YOB: 2018
Sire: Rathowen Song and Dance
Dam: Morningside Soprano
Nina is a super going little mare that is ready for a capable child rider. She is in her second season of showing and just placed top 3 in her novice classes at Toowoomba Royal, under very soggy conditions. Nina is consistent in her work and requires minimal work down.
Nina has farm life experiences, can live by herself or in a mob. She isn’t super marey and is great to handle on the ground. Nina would happily go to pony club, pop over jumps and go mustering. Genuine sale of a good little mare, as rider is pregnant. All the hard work is done!!
Contact: Arabella Creagh Ph 0417 770 608
Location: Meandarra QLD - 4422
The Horse Report
ALPINE PARK HIGHLIGHT
Price: $ 25,000.
Height: 14.1 1/2 hh
Reg: Riding Pony & Part Welsh
Colour: Bay
Sex: Gelding
YOB: 2019
Sire: Alpine Park Royal Glance
Dam: Roseagle Spring Show
Alpine Park Highlight (Barci) is a young genuine gelding with a promising career ahead of him. He has 3 beautiful paces, a very kind quiet nature with an easy trainable temperament. Barci has no dirt or vices, correct conformation, with clean straight legs. No lunging required prior to riding. He has just commenced his Show Ring career under saddle at Agricultural Shows with outstanding results qualifying for Royal Shows. Also Champion in hand in Open & Breed Ring classes.
He travels very well and is a pleasure to handle in the Show Ring environment. Barci is currently being prepared & campaigned by a 16 yr old girl. He would suit a Lady looking for a highly competitive mount or experienced teenager. Video available. Can be viewed at Heath Hill - VIC.
Contact: Dianne Faye Proctor
Ph: 0408 842 655
SANLIRRA WHISTLER
Price: $8,000.
Height: 15.0 hh
Reg: Riding Pony
Colour: Bay
Sex: Gelding
YOB: 2015
Sire: Lyrics
Dam: Sanlirra Prunella
Walt started in the show ring at the end of 2021 and since then has been very lightly shown. He has attended some unofficial dressage days, Lucy Williams’s bio & pole clinics popped over small jumps and loves trail riding. Currently has 4wins for the season.
He is well educated and an enjoyable ride, but he can be a scaredy-cat at times which makes him not suitable for a nervous rider. Would benefit from more exposure out. Has some quirks in regard to clipping and new people handling him. Would make a great all-rounder.
Contact: Tegan Jaeschke
Ph: 0409 292 853
Braefoot Park Silkflower
Price: $ 25,000. 14.3 7/8 hh
Reg: Part Welsh, RP, SHC , EA, ANSA, Arabian Deriv.
Bay Mare
Sire: Braefoot Park Royal Occasion
Dam: Class Wisteria
Diva has a lovely soft mouth and sits in a nice frame with minimal contact. She has 3 balanced paces, and a BEAUTIFULLengthen trot. Easy to take out on her own or in a group. Diva has been extensively shown and attended pony club and dressage comps.
Diva has already tried her hand at jumping, pony club, shows, dressage & games. Diva has attended pony club camp and competed successfully at gymkhanas and shows always coming home with broad ribbons and in the supreme lineup both led and ridden.
Diva is an exceptional Rider class mount. she has carried her rider to many state and national titles. Diva has taken everything in her stride and is now ready for her next capable rider to continue her success with.
For sale as we have outgrown her and moved onto a hack. we also have other babies requiring our attention. Diva is best suited to a capable rider or a lady’s mount to continue to bring out the best in her.
Contact: Lynda Blanch Ph 0408 411 191
CALIBRE
Price: $ 6,000.
Height: 16.3 1/2 hh
Reg: SHC
Colour: Liver Chestnut
Sex: Gelding
YOB: 2010
Sire: Tale of the Cat
Dam: Shalimar Lara
Ollie is a liver chestnut, 14yr old thoroughbred gelding, officially measured at 16.3 ½ hh and is registered with the SHC and has an OTTB passport. Perfect to float, clip, shoe and show prep. He is well behaved off property and loves the show environment.
He has had a successful 2024 season, winning champion or reserve at most outings. Some of his past placings include Runner Up Large Show Hack at the 2024 SHCWAClassic qualifying him for the SHC Grand Nationals. He competed at his first Perth Royal Show 2024 winning Novice Hack over 16.2hh and the Open Hack over 16.2hh. Due to his size, he would excel with a confident rider and handler. Ollie has had a break over Christmas and will be coming back into work in the coming weeks, ready for the 2025 season. He is located in Upper Swan, Perth.
Contact: Jess Knight
Ph: 0455 235 393
The Horse Report
SIRRAH TRADITION
Price: $ POA.
Height: 12.0 hh
Reg: SHC, EAand Riding Pony
Brown Sex: Gelding
Sire: Rising Sovereign of Beckworth
Dam: Robbanie Ribbons of Velvet
George is one of those ponies that does not come around often for sale as he is a true mother’s dream! He has done so much in his first season qualifying for all his classes for 2025 grand nationals and also now qualified for lead rein, first ridden and his open for 2026 Grand Nationals.
George is fully qualified for Adelaide Royal.
George at his first Grand Nationals qualifier carried my 6 yr old in lead rein and first ridden to win and also carried my 4 yr old in the tiny tots rider. At his first ag show sienna was riding him around. He requires minimal work, can go with others or on his own. He has been ridden by ages from 4 to 14 completely at shows. George has the best temperament and would be one of the easiest, nicest natured ponies I have been around, the kids can do everything with him and I have never had to worry. He is very honest and so kind. He is amazing to float, clip, tie, shoe. He has no vices and is sound, full vet check is welcome. He loves the Beach, and a jump.
This is a very hard sale, and we do not mind if he doesn’t sell
Contact: Naomi Karutz Ph: 0425 198 277
WOODVIEW TUXEDO
Price: $5,000.
Height: 10.0 hh
Reg: APSB
Colour: Pinto
Sex: Gelding
YOB: 2022
Sire: TBA
Dam: TBA
Teddy has a quiet nature and has recently been professionally broken in. He is great around kids but not ready for a small child rider as he needs to become more established with a competent rider to further his education. He will make a top saddle Shetland or would even make a super harness pony. Teddy is a top quality Shetland and will have a huge future in the right home.
Contact: Chris Symmons
Ph: 0499 498 866
PAULGREN PARK VICTRESS
Price: $ 12,500.
Height: 13.3 hh
Reg: Part Welsh x Arabian Riding Pony
Colour: Palomino
Sex: Mare
YOB: 2020
Sire: Paulgren Park Victory
Dam: Ramana Park Diva
4 yr old Palomino Show Pony
Part Welsh, ARP, APSB, NSWPalomino Society and Australian Saddle Pony registrations this stunning mare is offered for sale. “Prinny” is a beautiful 4 year old with three lovely paces and turns heads wherever she goes.
She has done in hand showing as a yearling and competed successfully at the Sydney Royal. She has now been started kindly under saddle and is working well. Prinny is bred to perform and will make a competitive show or dressage pony.
Contact: Zoe Stokes Ph: 0421 420 393
RIVINGTON TIZZ N TONIC
Price: $ 17,000.
Height: 11.3 7/8 hh
Reg: EA, SHC, WPCS, ASPA, APSB Black Gelding
Sire: Rivington Spring Rain
Dam: Elargee Tiz Thyme
Tony is a top show hunter pony that will make a huge star in the future. He has outstanding movement, and is very comfy and easy to ride. Tony has been shown by both an adult and a 10yo, and competed in leading rein, qualifying for EAnationals in his first season.
Tony has competed successfully in dressage, loves to jump and go on trail rides. My 2yo son rides Tony on the lead and he is very sensible. He has huge potential to be an amazing child’s/first ridden/leading rein pony with more education and exposure.
Although Tony has a lovely nature and easy to do everything with, we feel Tony would be best suited to a family who has a small adult, older child or rider that is able to further his education and make him into an amazing child’s pony he is already becoming. Because of this, he will not be sold to any beginners or inexperienced homes.
This is a heartbreaking sale and Tony is only for sale as my son isn’t overly interested, therefore we feel Tony is being wasted, when he should be loved by another family.
