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Preparations continue for Tokyo Games

By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA This year is set to be an exciting one for equestrian sport and there is a lot to look forward to for the Equestrian Australia (EA) High Performance Program (HP).

Currently athletes continue to train as they focus on their Tokyo 2020 campaigns and prepare for the upcoming competition season.

Due to the suspension of the Games last year, references to it continue as Tokyo 2020.

EA remains committed to overseeing the progress of all Squad riders and work closely with each athlete to ensure they are best placed ahead of Tokyo team selection later this year.

Regardless of the vast geographical spread of the Aussie cohort, every HP Squad rider’s individual performance plan is routinely analysed to ensure they remain on target to achieve their goals in 2021.

Domestically there are 40 FEI events confirmed for this year, which will offer athletes significant opportunities to return to the competition arena in the wake of last year’s reduced calendar.

Internationally the competition calendar also reflects a healthy lineup, although subject to stringent COVID-19 restrictions.

This promising projection of events across the globe will support Australian athletes as they look ahead to not only Tokyo 2020, but also the upcoming World Equestrian Games in 2022.

Despite the turbulent nature of 2020, the HP Program continues to thrive as we work to overcome the challenges presented by Covid-19 in the pursuit of podium success.

EA looks forward to sharing a number of exciting new initiatives in the coming weeks including the release of the 2020-2024 High Performance Strategic Plan and the launch of

Olympic Games Tokyo just a few months away the innovative new HP Competitive Edge Program.

With Tokyo 2020 just a few months away, EA are working closely with the FEI, Australian Olympic Committee and Paralympics Australia to ensure it remains at the forefront of any developments that may impact the team.

EA will continue to work alongside all relevant departments in the best interest of our athletes and horses to make sure all those travelling to the Games are provided with a safe environment, both in transit and on the ground.

Further details regarding additional safety measures, vaccinations and pre-entry requirements remain under review by the International Olympic Committee and it is

anticipated these will be made available in the coming months as further progress is made.

This coming July through to September, Tokyo, Japan will play host to the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

EA invites you to #RideWithUs as time closes in on one of the world’s biggest sporting spectacles.

The Olympic Games will runs from 23 July 8 August 2021 and the Paralympics from 24 August - 5 September 2021.

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Tips for choosing your horse paddock fencing One of the most important elements of setting up a horse facility is choosing the type of fencing for your property.

Determining the type of fencing that is appropriate and cost effective for your property can be challenging.

Before investing in fencing, there are some things you should consider.

Cost is obviously one of the major factors when building fencing.

Along with the initial investment, you will have maintenance expenses.

There are many different types of fencing to choose from – post and rail, metal pipe, mesh, cattle rail, PVC planks, high-tensile polymer (HTP), plain and barbed wire and electric fencing.

Each of these types of fencing has pros and cons; however, it’s industry knowledge that barbed wire should be avoided where horses are concerned due to the serious injuries that are caused if they get tangled in it.

Terrain and weather will also determine the material you choose. If your pastures are prone to flooding, wooden posts may not be the best option and metal or concrete the way to go.

Areas that vary in temperature from very hot to very cold might not be the best for PVC because the material may become stressed and brittle, cracking over time and breaking if a horse puts too much pressure on it.

No matter what type of fencing you’re looking at, you need to decide on a height for the fence and the width of the gates. Clearly,

There are many different types of fencing to choose from miniature horses can have a lower fence height, while warmbloods will need taller more robust type of fencing.

Gates that are used solely to lead horses in and out should be a minimum of four feet (1.2m) wide, while gates used for access of tractors and equipment or deliveries will need to accommodate the width needed for those vehicles.

Your fencing needs will vary dramatically depending on how you plan to use your paddocks.

If you plan to practice tight rotational grazing, you will need two types of fence. An outer fence, which should be sturdy and capable of containment and a movable fence like electric wire with metal posts.

With young horses, simply rotating pastures and not doing strip grazing may be the best choice.

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Many horse owners find a combination of fencing is the best alternative.

For example, if you purchase a farm with small paddocks enclosed with post and rail fencing, or star pickets and wire you may end up putting a line of electric wire along the top or inside, which will discourage horses chewing or leaning on fences to reach for the grass on the other side.

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Maintaining healthy pastures for your horses Regular maintenance of your horse paddocks brings about many benefits to both horses and owners alike.

Keeping your paddocks free of manure, ensuring your grass is clean and nutritious not old and sour by spelling and rotating paddocks to maximise grass production area are all important things to remember.

General tips for keeping your paddock perfect all year round are: o Remove droppings regularly o Avoid overgrazing o Testing soil o Removal of poisonous plants Good pasture management is the key to clean paddocks and healthy horses.

Manure contaminated with parasite eggs is the most common way in which worms reinfect your horses' environment.

The early lifecycle of most internal parasites involves eggs and larvae which are dropped onto the ground in the poop by an infected horse which could end up infecting other horses when grazing in the fields.

Picking up droppings as often as possible will reduce the number of parasites and encourage the horses to eat from the whole of the field reducing selective grazing.

You can never completely eradicate parasites from your pasture, even if you pick up every ounce of manure.

Some worm eggs will be thrown into the vegetation when the poo hits the ground.

Worm eggs thrive in horse manure and

Regular removal of manure will improve the quality of your pasture

when they hatch, the resulting worms crawl into the surrounding vegetation and are then ingested by the horse or horses and a vicious circle develops.

Whilst manure that has broken down to become compost can be spread on your field to fertilise the soil, piles of dung tend to have the opposite effect.

Droppings also attract flies, their bites can be painful to your horse and the flies can spread disease and represent a serious health hazard to your horse.

It is preferable to do everything you can to minimise the presence of flies.

Composted manure does not present such a

problem to the environment as the nutrients become more stable during the composting process and so are less likely to leach away.

Piles of poo do nothing to enhance the look of your pasture.

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Arena Maintenance the key to arena longevity

By EQUESTRIAN LAND DEVELOPMENTS The most common queries we receive at ELD are related to maintenance of arenas.

Arena surfaces do have a life span (generally 5 - 7 years) and regular maintenance is the only way to ensure you get the most out of the surface.

An arena is no different to any other product or purchase you invest in.

A car needs servicing regularly, when your car is driven more than usual your services come up quicker.

If there is a lot of traffic on your arena you will need to undertake maintenance practices more often then an arena used on the odd occasion.

A 'service' for your arena may involve getting a professional in once every three, six or 12 months, depending on the use of your arena, to laser level the surface back to the original state.

MAINTENANCE TIPS 1. Drag the surface regularly using a product designed for the job.

ELD have seen many and varied ways of dragging your arena, the most popular include gates - designed to keep horses in paddocks and tines, harrows and ploughs which can wreak havoc with your arena base layer as they are designed to rip up soil for planting.

ELD recommends using the ELD Arena Spreada-bar® in a different direction every time.

This will help ensure the surface does not build up in the same areas.

Unhook your ELD Arena Spreada-bar® in a different position on the arena after use to avoid build up in one area. Every time place your ELD Arena Spread-a-bar® in a different corner when you commence to help drag out any build up.

It is best to start on the quarter line of your arena or at least half a metre in from the edge and work your way out towards the edge of the arena. Then return to the outer edge.

Try off-setting the ELD Arena Spread-a-bar® to one side of your towing vehicle enabling you to bring the surface away from the edges and back onto the track. Be creative by the use of circles, triangles and the traditional rectangles each time you drag your arena and you will spread the surface more evenly.

Your arena should be dragged a minimum of

Regular maintenance of your arena surface will extend the life of your arena once a week. Depending on the level of use, maintenance may need to be done on a daily basis. As a rough guide - 1 horse per day, once per week, 2 horses per day - twice a week, and so on.

2. Shovel arena edges on a regular basis to assist drainage.

Approximately every two weeks your arena edges should be shovelled. Both the inside edge of the arena and the outside where horses may flick sand out over the arena surrounds Drainage points need to be kept clear around your arena (between the sleepers). If this is not done the surface will build up affecting the drainage from your arena.

3. Keep grass and weeds away from your arena surface.

A professionally constructed arena will have the base compacted and be made of a suitable quality assured product so weeds and grass will rarely grow up from underneath, most weeds on your arena are deposited by birds flying above and in manure.

Smaller weeds should be easily pulled out without damaging your base. If weeds and grass are left long enough, without removal, they may take root in your base causing damage to the structure.

Keep weeds and grass away from the edge of your arena as this will also slow down your

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drainage. During storm season it is suggested that the grass is kept fairly close to the arena surrounds (within 30cm) to slow down the water and avoid the surface blowing out while dealing with the large quantities of water in a short period of time.

If there is a lack of grass cover around your arena, placing a bale of hay or similar will help to slow down the water flow during downpours avoiding damage to batters and surface.

In summer your arena surface will dry out more quickly than in winter.

Summer rains tend to come in storms and downpours whereas winter rains can tend to be more soaking and hence take longer to drain off and dry out. As a guide for every inch of rain you receive allow one hour of draining time on a well-maintained and constructed arena.

Keep gardens and hedges away from drainage points as this will affect the arena’s ability to drain.

When mowing around the arena flail the cuttings away from your surface to stop the spread of grass seed.

4. Never leave horse unattended on the arena.

Using your arena as a 'stable' or 'paddock' will not only result in your surface breaking down at a faster rate, but rolling and pawing can do damage to the base layer under your surface.

If you plan on lunging on your ELD Arena ensure you move up and down the surface rather than staying in one spot - as this will ensure your blinding layer is not damaged and stop surface building up in one spot.

5. To prevent surfaces drying out. - the ideal option is to install a sprinkler system.

This will aid, not only in minimising dust levels, but also to achieve a consistent "ride" or "feel" for daily training. Surfaces have bulking factors and react greatly to the weather. As a result in dry times the surface will feel looser, when the surface is wet it will provide a firmer ride.

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“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.

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

While the bite of the flies are an irritation, some horses develop sensitivity to the bite and will rub themselves so much that they cause injury to their skin.

Research shows the cause is an allergic reaction to the chemicals in the saliva of the midges (as with humans).

KURITCH has been specially formulated to help assist this problem effectively, in a number of ways: Firstly, it repels the biting insects using the combination of the natural repellent “Citronella Oil” and a highly effective repellent “DEET”. Secondly, it soothes the irritated areas thus relieving the horse from biting and rubbing, which in turn allows the normal healing process to begin.

It achieves this by the inclusion of the natural antiseptic “Eucalyptus oil” and nd Camphor oil” which naturally relieves es itchy skin.

Also rugging, hooding or stabling your horses between the hours of 4pm – 7am during spring and summer will limit the contact of the flies.

Should your horse already be suffering from the effects of allergic skin dermatitis, ensure you use QUIT ITCH to treat and relieve the effects of insect bites.

Since the 1970’s, QUIT ITCH has been an essential weapon in the fight against skin disorders in horses.

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

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

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Foods you should never feed your horse piratory distress, edema, irregular heartbeat, and neurologic dysfunction. In severe cases, it may also lead to fatality.

All parts of the avocado, including the leaves, stems and barks are toxic for horses.

By NIKKI TUCKER BaAppSci As horse owners, it’s our responsibility to ensure that we provide our horses with quality hay or feeds to keep them healthy.

While we all know that a balanced diet is essential, it’s also good to spoil them with treats from time to time. However, there are things that you should avoid feeding.

To give you some guidance, we have listed below some foods you shouldn’t feed to your horses: 1. Garlic and onions Starting with a controversial topic…. garlic! I myself have fed this for years with no known negative side effects. However, it is good to be informed on the topic and consulting a reputable herbalist is recommended.

Garlic, onions and other similar foods such as leeks, chives and shallots contain n-propyl disulphide, which is a toxic component for horses. N-propyl disulphide can destroy red blood cells which leads to a condition known as Heinz Body Anaemia.

A study conducted by Wendy Pearson in 2005 found that “when fed at high levels (250 g/day for a 500 kg horse) garlic caused an array of changes in the horse’s blood including an increase in mean corpuscular volume (MCV), decreases in red blood cell count and blood haemoglobin concentration.”

Many of you might be wondering why we include garlic in this list, as there are horse food and treats containing garlic. According to experts, if you do feed garlic to your equines, it’s worth considering to run a blood analysis to ensure that their mean corpuscular volume, haemoglobin and packed cell volume levels are in the normal range.

Garlic is recognised as one of the most effective natural healing substances around the world as it contains substances that help in pain relief, anti-inflammatory conditions as well as aiding in equine respiratory diseases and infections in the horses’ lungs.

It has many other benefits as well, so it’s up to the individual horse owner to research and decide if this is a good addition to your equine’s diet.

2. Chocolate Just like dogs and cats, you shouldn’t give chocolate to your horses. Chocolates are known to have an ingredient called theobromine, which can cause seizures and internal bleeding.

It can lead to increased heart rate, restlessness, muscle tremors, and diarrhoea.

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8. Dairy products Horses are lactose intolerant. So in general, dairy products of any kind are not safe for them as they don’t have the proper digestive enzymes to absorb lactose.

Consuming any food with lactose may lead to severe digestive upset and diarrhoea. of potatoes, but they might get tempted to eat it at some point.

Potatoes are part of the nightshade family, making them toxic to horses. It contains a compound called atropine, which can affect your horse’s autonomic nervous system.

Raw potatoes are more dangerous than cooked potatoes, but potato poisoning is still possible even in the form of gnocchi, chips or other potato-based foods. The stems and the leaves of potato plants are also toxic for equines.

4. Tomatoes Like potatoes, tomatoes are also part of the nightshade family. It also has atropine that can cause colic, increase heart rate, constipation and decrease saliva levels.

The green parts of a tomato plant also contain an alkaloid that can slow gut function. Horses generally don’t like tomatoes’ taste, but as a precautionary measure, plant your tomatoes in a secure area, away from them.

5. Meat Horses are herbivores, meaning their digestive systems are not built to eat meat. Carnivores have pointed teeth which help them eat meat, while herbivores like horses have flat teeth designed for chewing plants.

Horse digestive systems are also a lot more different compared to meat-eating animals. Their liver isn’t meant to flush out the residues of meat.

There’s no evidence on the long term side effects eating meat has however, it’s best to avoid it.

6. Bread We sometimes get tempted to share our own snacks with our horses. For instance, some owners feed bread to their horses.

Although it looks like there’s no harm in feeding bread, it’s not nutritious to your equines.

Bread has wheat, which is deficient in vitamins A, D and E, nutrients that are essential in a horse’s diet. It’s high in phosphorus, but low in calcium. According to a veterinary partner, “the larger amount of phosphorus interferes

with calcium absorption, further contributing to calcium deficiency.

Without enough calcium in the horse's diet, the horse's body will start pulling calcium from the bones and weakening them; the more bread that is fed, the greater the chance this will occur.“ It’s also high in starch, so if your horse has metabolic syndrome or insulin resistance, it can cause laminitis and founder. A small amount as an occasional treat ‘may’ be okay. Like anything in life, moderation is the key.

7. Avocado Avocados have persin, a substance derived from the fatty acids known to be toxic for horses. This can cause symptoms like colic res-

9. Cruciferous vegetables Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, kale and broccoli are extremely gassy. It has a type of sugar called raffinose, which causes discomfort and intestinal gas in horses.

Eating a few cruciferous vegetables may not be extremely dangerous for horses, but they can suffer from severe abdominal pains caused by gas-related colic.

However, it could be fatal if they are fed large amounts of these vegetables.

If you’re unsure if a specific type of food is safe for your horses, contact a veterinarian or an equine nutritionist.

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Oh no - It's Itchy Scratchy Season!

By LARISSA BILSTON, BAgrSc (Hons 1), Animal Nutritionist, Farmalogic Why horses scratch and how to help them Spring and summer are often difficult seasons for itchy horses and their owners.

With warmer weather and longer days, there are more biting insects, mycotoxins and allergens present in the horse's environment.

Higher humidity and proximity to bodies of standing water such as dams and puddles significantly increases horse exposure to the biting midges that cause chronic itching in horses commonly known as Queensland Itch, Sweet Itch or Summer Eczema.

For most horses the itch cycle begins with an immune response to insect bites.

Many itchy horses are hypersensitive to the saliva of midges from the species Culicoides.

Insect bites tend to cause itchiness around the head, eyes, ears, mane, topline and tail.

For other horses the trigger can be feed or pasture mycotoxins or contact allergies caused by hypersensitivity to pollen, sawdust or other particles in the environment.

These horses can develop hives or simply begin scratching.

Itch around the head, neck, chest, shoulders and underside of the belly can occur due to a sensitivity to a parasitic nematode, Onchocerca cervicalis.

These nematodes are transmitted by Culicoides midges.

The tiny larval form (microfilariae) live in the horse's skin, mostly around the head, neck, shoulders, chest and underside of the belly.

The adult worms become encysted in the nuchal ligament of the neck where they are resistant to deworming chemicals.

Pinworms and other intestinal parasites can cause itchy tails and hindquarters.

To successfully manage your itchy horse, it is important to try to identify the trigger of your horse's itch.

Managing the itchy horse Regardless of the initial trigger, itchy horses often have an overworked immune system so it is essential to provide correct mineral balance to ensure the immune system has adequate nutrients to function optimally.

Feed additional antioxidants including vitamins C, E, bioflavonoids and organic seleni-

um help to support immune function in hypersensitive horses.

The diet should also provide more omega-3 fatty acids than omega-6 to modulate the inflammatory processes in the immune system, and to improve the suppleness and strength of cell membranes.

Marine-sourced omega-3s in the form of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are particularly noted for their role in skin health in dogs and horses during inflammatory reactions.

This improves the resilience of the skin and reduces dryness.

Managing horses with insect bite sensitivities Use rugs and masks to cover sensitive areas such as ears, neck and tail.

Regular application of insecticides (permethrin of at least 1% concentration or 10g per litre) and insect repellents such as citronella and neem oil are also important.

Many repellents will not work for long enough to be effective between applications.

Try to physically remove your horse from the areas where biting insects like to live.

Avoid paddocks with a dam or other sources of standing water.

If you stable your horse, use screens and a fan to reduce risk of insect bites.

Put your horse in the stable at dusk when biting midges are most active.

Consider use of insect baits and attractants to reduce the number of biting insects in your horse's environment. Â continued page 11

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Why horses scratch and how to help them From page 10 Treating horses with neck threadworm or intestinal parasites Speak to your equine vet about the most appropriate monitoring and worming protocol to target parasites when they are in a susceptible stage of their lifecycle.

The type of wormer (active ingredients), frequency of treatment and pasture management practices required can vary according to the climate, season and species of parasite being managed.

It is advisable to follow any worming protocol with a course of probiotics to support a healthy gut microbial population.

Horses with severe itch often require intervention with veterinary prescribed medications

Itchy tail caused from internal parasites

Managing horses with mycotoxin-induced Itch Mycotoxin-associated itch is commonly seen during humid weather.

If your horse develops itch and/or signs of photosensitivity (which looks like severe sunburn especially on pink skin) and greasy heel, treatment with a broad-spectrum toxin binder along with a zinc and antibiotic cream.

Greasy Heel

Managing chronically itchy horses Chronic itch tends to be caused by multiple factors which have an additive affect.

The horse will often begin scratching within 15 to 20 minutes after the trigger but sometimes the itching can be a delayed reaction occurring up to 48 hours later.

Raised lumps or hives may be an early sign

that your horse has had an allergic reaction to insect bites.

The process of scratching damages the skin, allowing secondary bacterial infections to establish, and this keeps the horse itchy.

If your itchy horse has flaky skin, it is very likely that there is a bacterial infection present.

Sometimes a fungal infection also takes advantage of the broken skin and this can become extremely itchy.

Successful management of chronically itchy horses requires use of an effective anti-bacterial shampoo, spray or lotion and a fungicide if required.

Effective active ingredients in topical treatments include chlorhexidine/chlorhexidine gluconate, dichlorophen and benzyl peroxide.

Horses have thinner, less greasy and more sensitive skin than humans so the treatment shampoos designed for horses are less concentrated than the human versions to avoid irritation.

Horses with severe itch often require intervention with veterinary prescribed corticosteroid creams or injections to help break the itch cycle.

Your vet will advise you on appropriate antibacterial or anti-fungal treatments to help clear up the skin and sooth irritation.

Whilst undergoing veterinary treatment, it is important to continue with correct nutrition to support the immune system, and management of your horse's environment to avoid the triggers that caused the initial itch.

Factors to consider when applying creams, lotions & shampoos: * Shampoo removes oils from the skin so dry skin will become even drier - do not shampoo dry skin with treatment shampoo more than once a week. * Greasy creams can create a moist environment that encourages bacterial and fungal infections so only use creams which contain an effective anti-bacterial/anti-fungal agent. * Soothing ingredients such as oatmeal and aloe could be beneficial.

The optimal treatment for your horse could change over time, depending on skin moisture, environmental humidity and the type and level of infection.

With a better understanding of the multiple causes of itch, you will be able to break the itch cycle, manage symptoms and implement management systems to prevent reoccurrence and reduce the risk of your horse's itch triggers.

Controlling flies in the dry is vital to reducing infections Hot dry weather produces conditions where flies thrive. By taking some strategic measures, you can reduce the risk of infection or disease.

1. Remove all manure right away. Manure is a magnet for flies. You can help to keep your horse’s eyes safe but swiftly removing all manure in your stable area.

2. Eliminate standing water. Like manure, flies are drawn to dank areas with standing water. If possible, eliminate puddles and other places where water has accumulated to reduce the fly population and keep your horse’s eyes safe.

3. Introduce predatory wasps. A natural way to target the fly population in your area is to introduce predatory wasps. These can usually be obtained from your local feed store. Simply allowing a nest of wasps to accumulate in your area will significantly impact the flies. These wasps are not dangerous to horses.

4. Use flytraps. Finally, a simple way to reduce the number of flies that have access to your horse is to install flytraps in and around your stable. This may include glue strips, insect zappers, or catch and release traps.

5. Ask your veterinarian about a feed additive. Your vet may be able to recommend a medication that you can put on top of your horse’s food. Once the medication passes through your horse and ends up in their manure, the flies that land on the manure will die.

6. Apply insecticidal repellent. Sprays are available from vets, produce and saddleries.

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Normal vital signs for adult horses What are the normal vital signs for adult horses?

•Heart rate 38-44 beats per minute •Rectal temperature 37-38.5ºC •Respiratory (breathing) rate 12-20 breaths per minute •Gums should be light pink and moist, and capillary refill time less than 2 seconds •Sounds of the intestines should be heard on both sides of the abdomen •6-10 manures and 3-4 urinations should be passed every 24 hours •A 500kg thoroughbred-sized horse drinks 20-25 litres every 24 hours HOW TO FIND YOUR HORSE’S VITAL SIGNS: Heart Rate (HR): Place the flat side of the stethoscope behind your horse’s left elbow, in front of where your girth would sit. Count each “lub-dub” sound as one beat. Normal resting heart rate: 38-44 beats/minute

Respiratory Rate (RR): Watch your horse’s flank and rib cage rise and fall as he/she breathes.

Count each inhalation (breathe in) and exhalation (breathe out) together as one breath.

Normal resting respiratory rate: 12-20 breaths/minute

Temperature: Lubricate your thermometer. Stand safely to the side of your horse’s rump. Lift the tail to one side. Insert the thermometer into the anus. When the thermometer indicates it has finished reading, remove it and record the reading.

Normal temperature: 37-38.5ºC

Oral Mucous Membranes: Lift your horse’s lips to show the gums.

Press your finger firmly against the gum, then release, the gum will be white when you remove your finger, watch to see how long it takes to return to normal.

This is known as the capillary refill time (CRT). Gums should be light pink in

colour, and moist to touch Capillary refill time - less than 2 seconds Abdominal Sounds: Listen with the stethoscope on each side of your horse’s abdomen, above and below the flank area.

The sounds you hear will vary, and can be described as gurgling, rumbling, tinkling, gaseous etc.

Sounds also vary in frequency and loudness, depending on which area you listen to.

You should always be able to hear sounds in all quarters if using a stethoscope, however with the naked ear they may be difficult or unable to be heard.

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Osteoarthritis and its effect on horses

By DAVID LOVELL BSVS

Osteoarthritis is a major cause of lameness in athletic horses.

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permits smooth, frictionless movement.

In addition, articular cartilage is shock absorbing and allows for the transfer of body weight loads during movement.

In normal joints the articular cartilage‘s extracellular matrix is continuously “turned over” or remodelled to maintain a healthy, optimally functioning tissue.

This means existing extracellular matrix components are degraded and replaced by new molecules synthesized by the chondrocytes.

In arthritic joints, the balance between the degradation and synthesis of the extracellular matrix is disrupted favouring the destruction of the tissue.

This destruction is mediated by various pro-inflammatory molecules such as cytokines, nitric oxide, free radicals, and prostaglandins and enzymes called matrix metalloproteinase’s.

The end result is a physical degeneration of the cartilage that usually occurs in conjunction with changes in the underlying bone (i.e., formation of enthesiophytes and osteophytes) and associated soft tissue structures, primarily the synovial membrane and joint capsule.

Osteoarthritis can develop in normal joints without any apparent cause.

This form of osteoarthritis is referred to as primary OA. Alternatively, OA can develop secondary to trauma.

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Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is a painful, progressive condition with no known cure.

The term arthritis refers to an inflammation of the joint.

There are different kinds of arthritis, such as septic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

However, the most important arthritis affecting horses is osteoarthritis (OA), which is characterized by the erosion of articular cartilage—the layer of specialized tissue that lines the ends of the bones inside the joint.

Osteoarthritis is a major cause of lameness in athletic horses.

Recent estimates indicate that 60% of equine lameness problems are OA-related.

Osteoarthritis, historically referred to as degenerative joint disease (DJD), is a painful, progressive condition with no known cure.

Clinical signs of OA include heat, swelling (i.e., joint effusion or a “filled” joint), pain and a reduce range of motion in the affected joint(s).

Articular cartilage is a highly

cause of OA is low grade repetitive trauma as occurs from loading of the joints during normal locomotion.

Obviously horses with poor conformation, inappropriate shoeing, or horses with other musculoskeletal abnormality such as an untreated osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions will be major contributing factors that can increase the load.

Ringbone (involving the first or second phalanx) and bone spavin (in the hock joints, such as the distal intertarsal or tarsometatarsal joints) are both unique examples of OA in the horse that occur in high-loadlow-motion joints.

Knee chips and fetlock disease in race horses are common examples of OA occurring in so called fast motion joints.

Navicular disease is a particular problem in horses in which OA can be a major component.

As well as the significant cartilage damage referred to above, it is becoming more and more obvious that additional serious damage to the subchondral bone further exacerbates the seriousness of OA. A full physical examination to rule out there potential causes for the observed lameness (e.g., neurological diseases), a complete lameness examination, the use of nerve and/or joint blocks to assist in localizing the source of the lameness, and a synovial fluid analysis are all important first steps in diagnosing OA. Continued Page 15

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Prognosisis variable for osteoarthritis  From page 14 Radiography (X rays) remains the primary means of imaging joints to diagnose osteoarthritis (or other bony abnormalities); however, advances in diagnostic imaging have and continue to occur.

Ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear scintigraphy (a bone scan), and diagnostic arthroscopy can also be employed to assist in diagnosis.

Classic signs indicative of OA observed on radiographs include effusion, the formation of osteophytes or enthesiophytes (which are bony changes evident at the margins of the joint that result from remodelling of the joint during the development of OA), sclerosis (increased density), or lysis of the subchondral bone. Joint space narrowing might also be evident.

One of the major problems in diagnosing osteoarthritis is there often is a disparity between the observed clinical signs and the degree of changes in the bone and/or soft tissues of the affected joint(s) that are noted on radiographs.

Despite aggressive research efforts, there is no cure for osteoarthritis.

Instead, the goal for managing OA is to slow the progression of the disease once clinical signs of disease have become evident.

At present, a multi-modal approach to managing OA is recommended.

Using a combination of therapies instead of

Using a combination of therapies for osteoarthritis instead of relying on only one or two techniques is thought to maximize relief of pain and quality of life. relying on only one or two techniques is thought to maximize relief of pain and quality of life.

A detailed discussion of treatment options will be the focus of a future article.

The prognosis for horses diagnosed with OA is highly variable and depends on a number of factors such as the number and location of affected joints, the underlying cause, the rate of disease progression, horse’s age, and response to therapy.

In many cases, OA is career-limiting in athletic horses (even young and otherwise healthy horses). In horses that are severely affected, OA is a life-threatening condition.

Osteoarthritis can develop as a primary cause or secondary to other underlying con-

ditions as described above.

Since there is no cure for OA, the main goal is to prevent or slow the progression of OA. Limiting repetitive trauma to the joints, addressing underlying joint abnormalities (e.g., removing OCD lesions or articular chip fractures, improving conformation, and having the feet trimmed appropriately) are all important in minimizing the development of osteoarthritis.

Some owners and trainers routinely administer oral joint health supplements, or use polysulfated glycosaminoglycans or hyaluronic acid in young, healthy horses, to decrease the chances of developing OA; however, there is no or only a limited amount of evidence that this is effective.

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Tips to feeding horses on a budget

By ANTOINETTE FOSTER

Equine Nutritional Therapist and Medical Herbalist Antoinette Foster and Clinical Nutritionist Erin Romanin ©2020 Hi Form Australia Pty Ltd It is always good to get new ideas on how the feed our horses and do so on a budget Below are 10 tips to help

1. Maximise Pasture by rotating and strip grazing.

Look at dividing your paddocks, particularly if you have large paddocks. If you have a small amount of land, like I do, you can still divide your paddocks by creating different sections and closing them off when they are over eaten.

A good idea too, is to allow access to a walking track and a quiet, resting area to that horses move and then rest in places that aren’t full of grass.

With small properties make sure you pick up your manure and don’t harrow.

Removing the manure regularly will allow the ground to recover more quickly.

2. Look for potential spelling options in your local area.

If you have noticed vacant land, with no stock on it in your local area, why not approach the owners and see if they may be interested in leasing you a paddock or space? Offer a weekly payment to the land owner that you can afford this will encourage him or her to take up your offer.

Often, a cost per horse of around $25 a week for access to fresh pasture can be much cheaper than feeding hay in an overgrazed paddock.

An extra tip is to check insurance requirements in case of damage, and also ensure that you have a simple but formal agreement.

And of course, ensure that you offer to pay for any damage done by your horse. Having an internal, portable electric system can help with this.

Horses require a high level of roughage to ensure a healthy digestive system.

3. Try and purchase hay off the farm.

If you can be lucky enough to find hay advertised locally straight from the farm, this is a very economical way to buy it.

If there is a minimum delivery or pick up, ask friends to pool together. Opt for the most recent season’s hay and shedded if possible.

If you buy hay that is weathered, then inspect the inside layers if possible.You are looking for a sweet smell and a lack of dust and spores. Generally a round bale of hay is equivalent to 10-15 square bales so factor that in when pricing up hay.

4. Slow down! Try a slow feed net/bin to reduce wastage and increase hay life.

If you are lucky enough to have access to round bales invest in a slow hay feeding net which you can secure safely over the round bale, this not only slows your horse’s chewing down but also lowers wastage. If you don’t have access to a round bale then invest in large hay nets with small holes, or a slow feed bin. This is particularly useful for those managing easy keepers as you can use Lucerne and not have them eat it all before it touches the ground!

5. Position your food on the ground.

Remember horses are grazing animals and it is very important to place feed bins and hay feeders either on the ground or low down.

Locating feeders up to chest height or even higher interferes with the normal digestive process.

Placing feeders high does not allow the horse to chew and grind his feed normally.

If the horse is not digesting its feed properly, they are also not going to be utilising it properly.

6. Roughage, roughage, roughage!

Horses require a high level of roughage (pasture, hay) per day to ensure a healthy digestive system.

This can be predominantly pasture hay and some Lucerne, which has the advantage of being low in starch and sugars.

Starving your horse of roughage can cause any number of issues, the worst being ulcers or colic.

Particularly those on sandy soils, ensuring your horse has adequate roughage is vital for digestive, and overall health. continues page 17

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Some simple diet ideas for a healthy horse From page 16

7. Supplementation During drought and in times of lack of feed, feeding your horses a daily supplement will actually pay for itself in the long run by making sure your horses receive the correct daily nutrient intake with a balanced diet.

Make sure you access a trusted source and products that deliver, are safe, natural and easy to feed and offer support and advice so you can choose the right product for your horse.

8. Choosing your feeds.

A simple non complicated complete diet is essential for the health of your horse.

Feeding longer chop chaffs, some grains such as oats or even steamed and rolled barley, mixing your own or using a high fibre, high quality compressed pellet, is not only healthy but economical too.

Feeds, such as steamed and compressed long stem fibre pellets are a great option as they slow the chewing process down and this is a great thing for digestion.

Horses are grazing animals and it is important to place feed bins on the ground

9. Talk to a qualified nutritionist.

If you want to gain the most out of your feed rations and ensure you are not doubling up or feeding the wrong feed to your horse, contacting a qualified nutritionist.

Many offer free advice, and even better, a diet plan to assist in managing horses through all conditions, on all budgets.

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see your horse looking healthy and to ensure you aren’t spending money you needn’t be.

10. Keep an eye on other horses in your neighborhood.

While not a money saving tip, we urge you to keep an eye on other horses around your neighborhood.

If you see a horse looking underweight, offer some helpful

advice.

We all love horses and we all want them to be happy and healthy, and for their owners to not feel overwhelmed. So, be there to support and keep an eye on horses in your area.

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Soaking Hay for Horses The idea of soaking hay has been around for quite some time now , but there is much a little confusion in the length of time hay should be soaked for and the methods available to soak it.

Why soak hay?

There are many horses suffering from laminitis, equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) or insulin resistance (IR) and these horse require diets low in sugar and carbohydrates.

The reason we soak hay for horses is to reduce the amount of water-soluble carbohydrates (sugars) in the hay.

It is well known that feeding hay with high levels of water-soluble carbohydrates can lead to laminitis.

Ideally, it is recommended that the amount of water-soluble carbohydrates in hay should be less than 10% in order for it to be safe to feed.

There are many factors that affect the WSC content of hay, and hay analysis is the only way of knowing what kind of hay you are feeding.

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Sugars will be lost quicker in warmer water so in winter months using warmer water will assist the process.

The quantity of water is also important as the sugar is lost by diffusion down a concentration gradient.

The more water is used, the more sugar can be lost.

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Regular dental checks can avoid problems

By SAMANTHA GUNTER, AEDP Regularly, people will discuss their horse’s dental needs with me and they mention their two-year-old or three-year-old and ask when they should start to see the dentist. Like almost everything in the horse world, the sooner something starts being done correctly, the fewer problems can expected later down the track.

This is especially true when it comes to your horse’s mouth. Not only can appropriate dental treatment significantly lengthen the life of your horse, but it can also save you money in feed bills, vet costs and frustrating behavioural issues.

The young horse experiences a lot of dental changes before their sixth birthday. This is why if you have a young horse, your dentist will recommend they be seen every six months from the age of two years.

If something starts to go wrong during these formative years, it can affect the rest of your horse’s life. Here’s an outline of what’s going on in your baby’s mouth.

The first reason is that, like us, horses have baby teeth that serve them for a few years then fall out and get replaced by permanents. Nature usually takes care of this process fairly effectively- however problems can arise.

Problem 1: Deciduous teeth can be retained, forcing the permanents to come through displaced. This can cause feed to pack, infection to fester and periodontal disease to follow.

Problem 2: As the deciduous teeth loosen, feed can pack underneath them, causing infection and the start of periodontal disease.

A bad smell is often a good indication of this.

Problem 3: Cap shedding can be painful for horses. They can stop eating, have a bad temper and can be unpredictable under saddle due to the unprecedented pain.

A competent, qualified dentist can pull loose caps easily and without sedation, avoiding the above problems.

The second reason young horses require more regular dental is due to the faster eruption of their teeth. As is discussed in other articles of mine, horse teeth erupt throughout their life, creating sharp points. A young horse’s teeth erupt faster than an older horse and therefore the teeth become sharper much more quickly.

The third and final reason is because young horses are usually in training. They are being broken in and learning new things.

Doing all of this with a painful mouth will not make the new experiences very pleasant and it isn’t really fair. While an older, more experienced horse might be able to work

with large lacerations inside their cheeks, young horses aren’t as stoic most of the time.

I hope this has answered some questions in regards to your young horse! If you get on to dental problems early, it will save you money, time and frustrations in the future!

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Time to throw ‘should’ out

By TANJA KRAUS Should is one of those words that has the incredible power of preventing us from: - Being fully present; ‘I should be ... *insert something other than what you are doing here’ - Enjoying what we are doing to our fullest capacity; ‘I really love this entree but I should have ordered something less expensive’ - Being proud of ourselves; ‘It’s so great that I am out walking to exercise but I should have my heart rate up for it to really be effective’ - Causing feelings of guilt and shame; ‘I love grooming / hand walking / trail riding my horse but I *should* be doing something worthwhile with him’ - Empower us through judgement and criticism of others; ‘She should just sell that horse he

we direct it at ourselves.

I think it’s time to throw ‘should’ out of our vocabulary.

Photos of my Monday morning walk - where I initially set out to go ‘for a walk’ as in ‘exercise’ and instead I walked, wandered, watched and worked.

is too much for him. She should ride that horse more / less / differently.

‘Should’ has the power to

make us feel good through our directing it at others, and at the same time has the power to make us feel miserable when

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The Horse Report Equitana Liberty Championships EQUITANA’s inaugural Liberty Championship will showcase trainers and their horses presenting a creative Liberty ‘freestyle’ performance.

The competition highlights the unique connection and communication between horse and trainer which is established over many hundreds of hours at work and play together.

Trainers may apply to enter with one horse or with several horses.

Only horses may be entered, no other livestock.

Trainers may choose to ride, work from the ground or both. Your horse may be ridden bareback and bridleless, or in the case of multiple horses the lead ridden horse may be bridled. Competitors may supply their own props and perform tricks/tasks. Horses may wear exercise boots. Whips are permitted.

Each trainer will be allocated 10 minutes, two minutes to be used for entering the arena, removing halter & lead rope and familiarisation and, at the signal from the judging panel, approx. eight minutes to showcase their creative and inspiring freestyle performance.

The judging panel will signal the end of eight minutes. Horses must be haltered prior to exiting the arena.

Competitors must submit eight minutes of recorded music to be played during their performance.

The creative Liberty performance should be choreographed to impress both the public and judges alike.

We suggest you work your presentation to be just under eight minutes in order to finish and acknowledge the public gallery and allow spectators to show their appreciation.

The Liberty Championship is open to individuals. A maximum of 10 entries will be accepted. Potential competitors should contact Sandi Simons for entry information and submit a five minute video showing their training level.

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Horses helping humans

By SUE SPENCE When I started Horses Helping Humans (HHH) 16 years ago, I had no idea it would become an award-winning program and earn the reputation it has of being an outcome based Equine Intervention so popular with family and youth services and for my story to be published by Pan Macmillan.

We have now had 1000s of students through the program with proven outcomes of helping change lives for the better.

It was these outcomes, which led me to license HHH so the program would help those in other communities.

Becoming a licensee means you actually become part of your local community as only one license is granted per area. eg ( HHH Gold Coast, HHH Sunshine Coast etc ) Helping you become a respected youth and family service within your government boundary lines assures the quality and outcomes delivered at a professional level are the same in every area.

This assures that case workers and counsellors in all areas can confidently refer to HHH for communications intervention and assist them with opening the doors of communication with their challenging clients.

This helps them immensely when applying for their own funding, as HHH is a known program for helping with re-

engagement back into school or study.

Youth and family services, school chaplains or counsellors, mental health organisations, child protection, homeless youth, DV services and the Justice Dept refer the students we work with.

The training covers extensive communication and body language techniques as well as requiring horsemanship ground skills to be of a high level.

(The program is based on professional horsemanship, self-regulation and life skills which translate straight into everyday life situations.)

The License includes full business set up, extensive hands-on individual training with me at HHH on the Gold Coast as well as me working with Licensees at their property with their horses.

It also includes, me speaking at Licensees’ local Youth and Family interagency meetings to discuss outcomes and the referral system, I contact local council, MPs and training colleges, my attendance at the opening as I organise a media launch and offer ongoing support.

Everything from invoice templates and advertising, referral forms, training manuals, videos, workbooks for youth workers, horsemanship, media releases upon opening, follow up and our annual conference is included.

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NORTHERN NSW HACK CHAMPIONSHIPS 2020

Highcroft Makin Music’s time Champion child’s large hunter pony

Janine Woodall’s Le Arnes Magestic Rose smartest on parade in the small show hunter Galloway

Champion Rider CHAMPION RIDER 9-12 yr Anastasia Blanch Riding Tremayne Royal Opera

Champion Small Show Hunter Galloway Clemson Tuxedo ridden by Kirsty Harper Purcell

Champion Childs small Pony exhibited by Ellie Wills

Smartest on Parade Large Show Pony Langtree Del Esprit ridden by Lucy Sidney

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Champion Child’s Show Hunter Bordershow Waltzing

Leanda Scott in the Small Show Hunter Galloway

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Queensland’s Golden Sixty a true champion Golden Sixty confirmed himself as Hong Kong's best racehorse and the world's most exciting miler with a win in the recent HK$12 million Group One The Stewards' Cup (1600m) at Sha Tin. Despite being well back in the field in a moderately run feature, Golden Sixty was able to reel in a gallant Southern Legend late in the race and win by a widening head margin.

The performance from Golden Sixty was incredible when you consider he ran his final 1200 metres of the mile race in a sizzling 1 minute 7.19 seconds.

And post-race it was revealed the saddle on Golden Sixty slipped a little when he was asked to quicken shortly after straightening for home.

The win was the 12th in succession for Golden Sixty and his 15th from just 16 career runs.

"They went pretty slow all the way," regular rider Vincent Ho said after the race. "He was pretty keen, but was able to settle ok before pulling a little."

"His sprint home, I knew he would get there but yes it was quite close."

"The saddle slipped back a little bit at about the 300 (metre mark) so it wasn't as comfortable for me and Golden Sixty of course."

"Top athletes and top horses have to overcome all sorts of circumstances - even something you can't predict," Ho added.

Trainer Francis Lui said the Group One Hong Kong Gold Cup (2000m) would most likely be the next run as his star chased 13 straight wins.

"I was a bit worried," he said. "The pace was a bit slow. I feel OK now after the race."

With the latest success, Golden Sixty sent his earnings soaring to almost HK$60 million - the equivalent of about A$10 million. All that from 15 wins from just 16 starts.

Golden Sixty, the world's most exciting miler, wins the HK$12 million Stewards Cup at Sha Tin in Hong Kong.

With Blake Shinn in the saddle, Excellent Golden Sixty was bred in Queensland and sold Proposal steamed home in the centre of the through the Element Hill draft at the 2017 Gold track to score impressively.

Coast Yearling Sale for $120,000 to Riversley Former Aussie galloper Eric the Eel (now Park and Enigma Farm.

Tourbillon Diamond) was an eye catching third.

The son of Medaglia d'Oro is from the stakes Excellent Proposal was a $200,000 Gold Coast winning mare Gaudeamus. Josh Hutchins purYearling Sale buy for Bill Mitchell on behalf of chased her carrying the Hong Kong champion his owners in 2018. He was offered by Fernrigg at the National Broodmare Sale.

Farm on behalf of breeder Holloway Equine.

Recently the latest yearling from Gaudeamus, a A son of Exceed and Excel, Excellent Proposal Capitalist half sister to Golden Sixty, sold to started his career in Sydney with Michael and Hong Kong's All Winners Thoroughbreds for Richard Freedman and was a Sydney winner $425,000 at the 2021 Gold Coast Yearling Sale. before being exported.

Meanwhile, later in the evening Excellent The exciting galloper will now head to the Proposal scored a brilliant win in the HK$12 remaining legs of the 4YO Series culminating in million Hong Kong Classic Mile (1600m) - the the Hong Kong Derby on March 21. first leg of the 4YO series.

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Supreme Small Horse Halter Exhibit of Show Argyle Park Just Divine Owned by Eola Kay

Supreme Jumping Horse of the Show Puzzle Pieces Don Julio with owner Sally Winstanley and Judge Paula Anthony

Eden's Lord of the Dance Owned by Karen Hircock Supreme Western Little Horse Halter Exhibit

Grand Miniatures Ringmaster's My Daddy shown by Doug Farmer Supreme Harness Exhibit of the Show

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Puzzle Pieces Don Julio Owner - Sally Winstanley Supreme Western Small Horse Halter Exhibit of Show

Supreme Miniature Pony Halter Exhibit of the Show Prince of Zamunda Owner - Martina Schippan

Argyle Park Just Divine Supreme Small Horse Halter Exhibit of Show

Supreme Pure American Shetland Halter Exhibit of show Trabyrne Supremacy - Handler is Aleisha Sutton & Owner Tracey Byrne

Juemila Park Holly Owned by Justine Addis Supreme Performance Horse of the Show

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From Paddock to Show Ring Words by Alice Clarke Part 1 of 6.

More to come in upcoming issues.

Time to bring in that pony and transform him into your star‌ but not sure where you start?

Every pony is different and every person has their own way of doing things, but we try to follow the KISS (keep it simple stupid) principal.

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Maintenance Feeding Housing/Rugging Work/Training Show Gear for Horse/Rider Presentation

MAINTENANCE This is important, the basics when owning any horse and addressing your duty of care. These principals are a must before you start your show preparation and be done on a regular basis.

No amount of money or work will transform your pony if you don’t practice the basics of pony/horse care.

WORMING Your horse needs to be on a regular worming program appropriate to its age and environment. Young-stock are particularly susceptible to worm burdens so if your unsure your local vet can help you. It’s also a good

idea to rotate using different brands or wormer. It’s been proven over time the worms can become resistant to the same wormer.

HOOF CARE As the old saying goes, no hoof, no horse. It is critical to ensure your horses hooves are maintained regularly. ,QFRUUHFW KRRI FDUH FDQ DIIHFW PRYHPHQW FRQÂżUPDWLRQ and soundness.

EQUINE DENTISTY A horses teeth continue to grow throughout it’s lifetime.

To maintain optimal food absorption and to ensure comfort during its work your horse needs to be seen by D YHW RU TXDOLÂżHG HTXLQH GHQWLVW RQ D UHJXODU EDVHV HANDLING This might sound silly but your pony must have basic handling. You should be able to catch it, lead it, brush it all over and handle it safely.

Every time you interact with your pony you are in fact teaching it.

It’s good to practice and teach your horse to stand still and tie up quietly for periods of time. This is important when it comes time for clipping and show prepping your horse as we will discuss in more detail in a later issue.

Last but not least. It is important to spend this initial time with your equine building a relationship and trust, a true partnership. Just remember, horses are masters of body language not the English language. What you put in is what you will get back.

Practice all this then you will be ready for Step 2 in the next PRINTED issue.

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The Horse Report UEA 2021 AUTUMN SHOWCASE United Equestrian Australia (UEA) are a newly formed group soon to be incorporated to run equestrian events.

They are a group of show enthusiasts, mums, judges, officials, competitors that have competed at national and some at international level.

Their short term goals are to run shows that are inclusive, fair and fun and to develop horse shows that people want and what is needed to change, whether it be types of classes, height changes or section classifications.

Nothing is off the table - it’s an evolving plan.

Their first show, The United Equestrian Australia Autumn Showcase is planned for 13th of March 2021 to be held at the Burpengary Equestrian Centre.

The program includes open and hunter classes, first ridden classes, leading rein, child;s classes and rider classes. Thoroughbred feature classes, A Home produced feature ring, Best Novice, Champion of Champions, The Hunter Cup, Ladies Cup and many other prestigious awards. The have a bounty of prizes on offer including bags of feed, woolen rugs, trophies, prizes, vouchers, sashes and garlands.

For more information follow their page on facebook United Equestrian Australia - UEA or via email: info.unitedequestrianaustralia@gmail.com

WHAT IS PONY CLUB TETRATHLON? Tetrathlon is a four-phase event (riding, running, swimming and shooting) developed by Pony Club in Great Britain.

It is one of the disciplines contested at the biennial Pony Club Australia National Championships.

It aims to provide participants with a challenging competition requiring sound practical horsemanship and general athletic ability.

Thus, all-rounders should be encouraged to further their interest in riding and Pony Club, by combining riding with other activities.

There are international opportunities to represent Pony Club Australia in Tetrathlon and Tetrathlon provides a pathway leading into the Olympic sport of Modern Pentathlon.

Tetrathlon has separate boys’ team and girls’ team and individual competitions.

Teams may each consist of four athletes with the best three overall scores to count towards the team score. All competitors’ individual overall scores will count towards individual girl or individual boy placings. Individual placings will also be awarded for each of the running, swimming and shooting phases.

In each phase competitors score points according to the standard of their performance. The points achieved for each phase are added together and the winner is the competitor with the highest score at the end of the event.

In the riding phase, competitors have jumping penalties and time penalties deducted from the optimum score of 1400 points.

In the running and swimming phases competitors have points deducted from, or added to, the optimum score of 1100 points based on their performance relative to an optimum time.

In the shooting phase, positive points are awarded for 10 shots on a scaled target with a maximum achievable score of 1090.

The optimum score is calculated so that, ideally, each of the running, swimming and shooting phases has an equal influence on the final result, with the riding phase carrying slightly more weight.

The PCANSW 2021 State Tetrathlon Championships are due to be held on Friday 5th & Saturday 6th March 2021 at Merriwa Showground. For more information visit https://pcansw.org.au/.../2021_pcansw_state_tetrathlon...

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The Horse Report Qld RPSBS LTD 2021 STATE SHOW The Riding Pony Stud Book Society Queensland Committee will run the annual State Show on 14 March 2021 at Burpengary Equestrian Centre, 350 Rowley Rd., Burpengary starting at 8:00am.

The Riding Pony breed classes in Rings 1 and 2 feature RPSBS registered led youngstock, senior ponies and overheight horses, ridden Show and Show Hunter Ponies and Show/ Show Hunter Hacks exc. 14.2hh, Newcomer and Home Produced Riding Ponies and Overheights and Double Registered classes.

Young members 17 yrs and under, can also enter age restricted Young Judges, Handlers, Children's Ridden Ponies and Overheights exc. 14.2hh and Double Registered ponies.

The Newcomer Sweepstakes finals will be held for Show, Show Hunter and Overheights that hold 2019/20 Newcomer Cards at this event along with newcomer classes for ponies that hold 2020/21 Newcomer Cards.

The program is now is available at https://www.rpsbs.com.au/qld/qld-events/ and entries will be via www.rpsbs.com.au - login Online Entry Procedure for Qld State Riding Pony Show

Click on <STUDBOOK> in Menu bar Click on <Login> on right hand side of black menu bar.

In the login box type your RPSBS membership number.

If you have used the login previously enter your password.

If you have not used the login option previously click on <New Password>.

Enter email as requested and click <New Password>.

The Administrator of the online studbook system will email you a password.

To access the show schedule click on <Home> in the black menu bar after logging on. In left hand box click <Shows>.

Click <Enter> on right side of <2019 Qld State Show> record.

Complete your entry details and send. Click <Logout>.

If you encounter a problem entering the show contact: RPSBSQ Secretary - Eleanor Gerry E: eandtgerry@gmail.com M: 0409 710 953 Show Secretary - Lorraine Currie via email: annandalestud@gmail.com

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2021 DATES February 7 - Summer Show - Park Ridge February 13 - Top of the Range - Toowoomba March 6 - Youth Show - Park Ridge March 7 - EQ Cup - Park Ridge April 24 - Anzac Show - Park Ridge May 23 - Autumn Hack SHow - Toowoomba June 6 - Newcomers - Park Ridge September 16 -19 - HOTY & Childs - Toowoomba October 9 - Youth Clinic - Park Ridge October 10 - Champion of Champion - Park Ridge www.qld.equestrian.org.au

2021 Queensland RIDING PONY SHOW Sunday March 14th 8:00 am start

Burpengary Equestrian Centre 350 Rowley Rd., Burpengary FULL RIDING PONY SHOW PROGRAM Featuring RPSBS Youngstock and Including Riding Pony Show and Show Hunter Overheight Show and Show Hunter Youth Classes & Handler Classes Double Registered Riding Pony classes Leading Rein & First Ridden Ridden Home Produced classes Rider Classes

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Opportunity knocks at Adelaide Yearling Widely regarded as one of the best producing auctions in the Southern Hemisphere, the Morphettville Sales Complex will play host to the next class of future stars in March.

Some 408 lots from leading breeders across the country will go under the hammer at the Morphettville based auction over two days on Tuesday 9 and Wednesday 10 March.

A feature of the sale each year is the great variety of quality stock on offer and its appeal to a broad market highlighted this March by a catalogue comprising 202 BOBS eligible, 151 Super VOBIS nominated and 141 SABOIS Nominated youngsters.

This year no fewer than 117 individual sires are represented, including the first Australian crops of 20 exciting freshman stallions.

The Adelaide Sales build up will feature the Magic Millions SA Raceday at Murray Bridge on Saturday, 27 February.

The day, which is highlighted by the running of the state's richest juvenile race, the $200,000 Magic Millions SA 2YO Classic, will also offer up to $90,000 in sale

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The quest to find the next racetrack star is underway with the recent release of the online catalogue for the 2021 Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale.

credit vouchers. In conjunction with Thoroughbred Racing SA, to support the reinvigorated SABOIS scheme, a $10,000 sale voucher will be awarded to the first SABOIS qualified runner home in each of the nine races to spend on a SABOIS nominated yearling at the 2021 Adelaide Yearling Sale.

To view the online catalogue for the 2021 Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale visit https://www.magicmillions.com .au/calendar/2021-adelaide-yearling-sale/

IMPORTANT DATES Saturday 27 February - Magic Millions SA Raceday, Murray Bridge Racing Club Featuring the $200,000 Magic Millions SA 2YO Classic (1200m) Friday 5 March - Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale Inspections, Morphettville Sales Complex Inspections commence Tuesday 9 March - Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale, Morphettville Sales Complex Day One - Lots 1-220 from 10am (SA time) Wednesday 10 March - Magic Millions Adelaide Yearling Sale, Morphettville Sales Complex Day Two - Lots 221-408 from 10am (SA time)

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New Game Plan tool to help pony clubs From PONY CLUB AUSTRALIA Pony Club Australia (PCA) is supporting the roll out of ‘Game Plan’ from Sport Australia – tools to help with running clubs, setting goals and making improvements.

It will also mean that when office bearers and organisers change over, as they inevitably do, a club has a solid and secure record to enable club continuity.

PCA CEO Dr Catherine Ainsworth said Sport Australia’s Game Plan replaces the previous ‘Club Health Check’ from Sport Australia.

“It is a digital platform designed to provide sporting clubs of all sizes with insights into their current capability and connect them with specific tools and resources to build and support ongoing development,” Dr Ainsworth said.

“We had several pony clubs participate in the pilot program.

“I was happy, on behalf of Pony Club Australia, to take part in a video encouraging clubs for all sporting codes to take advantage of this great tool from Sport Australia.

Having seen the benefits of the Club Health Check for many pony clubs in past years, this is another step up I believe clubs will find easy to use and very helpful.”

Club representatives will be able to watch a short video to find out more, then register and get started.

With pony clubs resuming for a new year at

present, the timing is perfect.

Dr Ainsworth said Game Plan will give Clubs tools to improve volunteers’ skills, help clubs adapt to changing circumstances, identify areas for improvement and maximise their resources.

As well as best practice resources for Clubs, Game Plan will also provide insights to Sport Australia and national and state organisations, so they can prioritise areas of need for future focus and investment.

Katrina Kelly, Vice President, Lilydale District Pony Club Tasmania – the PCA Club of the Year, 2020 – made this comment:

"Game Plan is a comprehensive, easy to use online tool. In the past we have done six monthly club audits using the Club Health Check but Game Plan takes these audits to a whole new level.

“There is a lot of fabulous information and resources, and the analysis is comprehensive and tailored.

“Our club officials will definitely use this invaluable site, especially when reviewing our Strategic Plan and operating procedures and I encourage others to do so."

For more information: contact marketing@ponyclubaustralia.com.au

PCA Announces National Award Winners for 2020 A coach who created online competitions and drop-in education sessions, a club that built strong community and business partnerships, and a rider who represented Australia in China are among the winners of the annual PCA National Awards for 2020.

In a first for Pony Club Australia, the Riders of the Year, and Coach, Volunteer and Club of the Year have been announced online, in a presentation unfolding like a TV awards ceremony.

PCA Board Chair Heather Disher, in lockdown in Victoria, hosted the event and celebrated both the finalists and winners.

The awards acknowledge the best achievements, dedication and service by riders, coaches, volunteers and club. With more than 800 clubs and 40,000 members, competition is always keen.

Pony Club Australia CEO Dr Catherine Ainsworth said the annual awards are not just about achievement.

“It’s about participation, citizenship, giving back to pony club and showing initiative,” she said.

Award judges included two former three day event Olympians, both of whom started their riding careers in pony club. Atlanta gold medallist Wendy Schaeffer and Beijing silver medallist Megan Jones.

They were impressed by the good gover-

nance and level of commitment shown by nominated pony clubs and members.

This year, three of the awards went to Tasmanian nominations, from strong fields in all categories.

THE WINNERS ARE: Best achievement by a rider aged 12 years and under Chloe Daun, Huntingfield Pony Club, TAS Best achievement by a rider aged 13-17 years - Holly Pulford, Murrumbateman Pony Club, NSW Best achievement by a rider aged 18-25 years - Sarah Gant, Hendra Pony Club,

Queensland The Kay Irving Award for Coach of the Year - Rachael Edwards, Seville Pony Club, Victoria Volunteer of the Year (joint winners) Erin Hunn, Hobart and Districts Pony Club, Tasmania and Lois Dawes, Babinda and District Pony Club, Queensland Club of the Year Lilydale District Pony Club, Tasmania The awards ceremony can be viewed by clicking on this link : https://tinyurl.com/PCANationalAwards2020

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Malibu Park Blue Kitty

Price: $ 23,000. with all gear and wardrobe 12.3 hh Bay Mare Reg: EA, SHC, RPSB, ARP Bay Sire: Turberry Tom Kitten (Imp) Dam: Penny Pot Heavenly Blue (Imp) Kitty was purchased as a 5 and half year old for my daughter who was a very nervous rider and had almost given up. Kitty took her from walking on the lead, to cantering, jumping and trail riding independently as well as attending her first show.

Kitty has been fully handled by children (currently 9 and 12 years old).

This is an exceptionally well bred and decorated pony that deserve the best of homes.She has an amazing temperament and is a superstar in the show ring. Currently in show condition and ready to go.

Some of her major wins; * Brisbane Royal 2017: champion open small pony * Pacific Coast Hack Championships 2018: reserve champion small pony * EA HOTY 2018: runner up medium pony * Grand Nationals 2018: Top 5 * Canberra Royal 2019: 1st open Childs pony * EA Nationals 2019: 4th place * Canberra Royal 2020: , 2nd Open, 2nd Open hack mare, 2nd childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Qualified for all Royals 2021 and entered for GN Contact: Lisa 0417 480 958 or Jess 0405 296 166

Lyndhurst Queen Of Hearts Price: $ 7,500.

13.0 hh Reg: Riding Pony | SHC | EA Bay Mare Sire: Falconhurst Boy Blue Dam: Langtree Evening Star

Bambi is a 13hh beautifully bred riding pony out of the exceptional Langtree Evening Star by Falconhurst Boy Blue. Due to owners University and school commitments Bambi has only been lightly shown with great results including: Multiple newcomer titles including SHCQ Res Champion Newcomer Pony; Qualified for Young Horse Class and Open large Pony at Grand Nationals.

Champion Large Open Pony Toowoomba Royal.

Bambi is a beautiful natured pony and is ready to take her next rider to great success in the show ring.With her bloodlines Bambi would also be a valuable addition to any breeding program.

Bambi is currently being cared for a ridden by 11 & 13 years old girls. She enjoys being ridden around bareback and happy amongst kids, dogs and mowers!

Bambi is a much loved family member, so a fabulous home is most important.

Mandaley Spring Harmony Price: $ 7,700. incl GST 12.2 hh Reg: Riding Pony Chestnut Mare 6 yrs

It is with heavy heart I offer my dear little 12.2h 6 yo riding pony mare for sale to the most loving and knowledgeable home.

Tiffany was broken in October, 2019, taken to a few agricultural shows under saddle that year and 2019 SHCV was Reserve Champion Debutante Small POTY. January 20 was awarded R/up Newcomer Riding pony under 14.2h at the Victorian Pageant January 2020 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;VAS Ltd Show Horse Championships won Champion First Season small pony, Champion Rising Star Pony & R/Up Open small pony.

Canberra Royal 2020 was 2nd, 3rd and 4th under saddle in her respective classes. For such an inexperienced pony she never put a foot wrong in any of her workouts. Tiffany would be suited to an accomplished junior rider or teen at this stage of her career. Beautiful to handle, very easy. Will only be sold to the perfect home. Video available.

Contact: Susy Stewart at Mandaley Stud Ph: 0434 490 723

Dunelm Sound of Music Price: $ 4,800.

13.3 hh Reg: PB Welsh & PB APSB Chestnut Mare YOB: 2013 Sire: Dainhill Octave Dam: Altavista Shania Nomi is ready to start her led & saddle career & is eligible for all Newcomer classes. Easy to C,T,F. Sadly for sale as she is smaller than anticipated.

Full sister to Dunelm Something Special aka Nate. Nomi is a Royal quality mare that will excel in the right hands. A knowledgeable show home is a must! Vet check welcome.

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Contact: Lisa BerryPh: 0407 103 271

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Tamrie Park Protectionist rice: $ 12,000.

13.1 ½ hh Reg: EA, SHC, Welsh, Riding Pony Chestnut Mare YOB: 2014 Sire: Tamrie Park Xcel’s Reflection Dam: Torrensway Perdita A quality show hunter mare who has just finished Completed her newcomer season. Winner Newcomer class NSW EA HOTY. Pixie is a beautiful quality mare with great potential to go to the top. Suit young adult or lady looking for a superstar. Flows across the ground, shape improving every day. Been shown in a large team, Pixie looking for her own people. Sweet mare, easy to do all with.

Also available - new 16 inch flyde davina saddle fitted for her with mounts etc $2,500.

Contact: Chantelle Ph: 0438 682 404

Cimeron I Candy Price: $ 32,000.

12.3 ½ hh Reg: Welsh B Brown Mare YOB: 2014 Sire: Boston Bittermint (IMP) Dam: Hazelmere Yasmin National quality winning pony, will out move most ponies in Australia, soft snaffle mouth, free flowing elevated smooth trot, forward moving pony. Exceptional uphill canter.

Medium Hunter pony measuring just under 13hh Ridden by children, loves the beach, bush rides and easy to do everything with.

Qualified for Grand Nationals, Nationals and EA Southern Cross Spectacular in Open and Child’s.

- SHCWA Western Stars Champion Large Hunter Pony (GN Qualifier) -SHCWA Western Stars Champion Childs Large Hunter Pony (GN Qualifier) - EWA Champion Medium Hunter Pony of the Year (Nationals Qualifier) - EWA Champion Medium child’s Hunter pony of the year (Nationals Qualifier) - SHCWA Horse of the year Champion Large Hunter Pony (GN Qualifier) - SHCWA Horse of the year Reserve Champion child’s Large Hunter pony - Supreme Welsh B in hand numerous times and SOS led pony of Show NO TIME WASTERS, sound and drug free. Vet check most welcome. Don’t miss out on one of the best up and coming hunter ponies in the country!! Videos available Contact: Shannara Beresi Ph: 0432 240 860

Melody Park Golden Tiara Price: $ 6,000.

13.2 hh Reg: Riding Pony | Saddle Pony Arabian Riding Pony Bay Mare Sire: Maximus Of Astral Dam: Sanlirra Trinket Offered for sale is my much loved riding pony only due to unforeseen circumstances Melody is a stunning young mare with beautiful movement and looks, she has experience with showing, dressage, Pony Club, jumping, sporting, trails and natural horsemanship and tries her hardest to please.

Always ready for a new adventure she is easy to float and truck, shoe, rug, catches you in the paddock and will follow you around all day for some attention. Melody is a super fun, quality pony ready to excel at any chosen discipline with her new best friend. Due to her young age Melody is best suited to a confident and capable rider with the experience to continue her education.

Contact: Lilee Flanagan Ph: 0437 806 567

Prooinga King of Queens Price: $ 10,000.

13.3 hh Reg: RP, SHC Bay Gelding Sire: Dresden Ace of Spades Dam: Grandlodge Tiger Lilly Leo is a very enjoyable, easy up to height large hunter pony that would be perfect for a child/small adult rider looking for an easy but competitive pony that they can also go out and have some fun. Leo loves to also jump and would excel in the interschool competitions or pony dressage.

Leo has been shown in hand and lightly shown under saddle before covid. He was a pleasure to take out and came home with broad sashes.

Easy to handle, clip, trim feet etc.

Only for sale as owner has study commitments.

Comes with all rugs, bridle, false tail.

Contact: Melbrock Park - Melissa Harding Ph: 0402 660 884

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GP Bonus

Price: $ 27,500.

16.1 hh Reg: Warmblood Bay Gelding YOB: 2015 Sire: Benecio Dam: Hannover Park Giorgio GP Bonus is an approx. 16.1hh, 5yr old bay gelding by Benecio out of a Grandkavelier/Winterkonig mare.

He has been given time to mature and has only recently been broken in. He is green under saddle but is going kindly.

He is a lovely type with a good mechanic and rideability. He is the sort of horse who will blossom when he finds his person.

He is easy to do everything with and is ready to go to his new home. He would suit a calm, competent person to go one with. He would be at home in the show hunter or dressage arenas. Priced to sell at $27,500.00. Video available on request.

DB Patriot

Price: $ 8,000.

15.3 hh Reg: Thoroughbred Brown Gelding Sire: Patronize Dam: Pearly’s Girl

Harvey is 15.3 8 year old TB show hack by Patronize out of Pearly’s Girl.

He has beautiful conformation, great temperament and amazing movement.

Harvey is easy to float, clip & shoe.

He is very lightly shown and in 2019/2020 ridden & shown by Anna Duffy.

Harvey is however a windsucker .

Harvey is best suited to a competitive show home he is a very sweet horse who is sensible and enjoys being worked, shown & stabled.

He is currently spelling and owner does not have time to work him so he is priced to sell to the right home.

Contact: Donna Button Ph: 0418 938 097

Contact: Sara Price Ph: 0407 775 026

Sparkling L’Amoir Price: $ 17,000.

17.0 hh Reg: Thoroughbred Stud Book Bay Gelding YOB: 2012 Sire: Starcraft Dam: C’Yaontheotherside A genuine opportunity to purchase this beautiful tall Gelding. This gentle giant is ready to start his showing career and would suit anyone wanting a really competitive Hack without the fuss.

Suitable for juniors/ladies and owner riders. All the hard work is done. Enormous movement, easy to do everything with and pleasure to have around the stables.

Contact: Adam Oliver Ph: 0488 111 401

Tahiti Price: $ 12,000.

16.2 hh Reg: TB | ANSA Black/Brown Gelding Sire: Edenworld (can) Dam: Snapwood (nz) Absolute top quality large hack at the start of his career that has it all ahead of him. He has an amazing level head on him and testimony to this is the fact that only 8wks after he finished racing he attended a 3wk show run bring home supreme leds, and numerous open hack wins allowing him to easily qualify for royals.

He attended his first royal just 5 months OTT where he was highly placed in all his classes with very minimal work (30mins only on hack day). He then finished the year off placing top 10 @ QLD HOTY. This is a very serious young horse that has proven that he will go a very long way in the show world and has the brain to match. If you’re looking for a young educated ready to go horse that is very fuss free requires little work and can hold his own it top company then he ticks all the boxes.

With his expressive movement would more than hold his own in the dressage area. He is a super easy ride and amazing on the ground to do anything with. He is also just as happy heading out for a trail ride in the bush and enjoys this almost as much as his feed.

Would be suitable to a competent teenage rider and would excel as a rider class mount at his age & height would last them a long time.

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Bamborough Renegade Price: $ 4,000. Price Updated 12.2 hh Reg: Part Welsh, Riding Pony, SHC Chestnut Gelding YOB: 2010 Sire: Willowcroft Regal Tribute Dam: Willowcroft Royal Ballet Paddock name Will or William Will has basic education established, soft mouth, and flowy forward movements and responds well to voice/seat aids. Has experienced low level jumping grade 4-5, attended pony club rallies, trail riding, and cow mustering and has been shown as a newcomer and part welsh.

Not a nasty bone in his body or dirty habits. Suitable to an experienced child, he would make a great second pony. He would be suitable to an allround home. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to clip, wash, stable, worm, trim his feet and paddocked/ floats by himself.

Has been in the paddock last few years due to year 12 / fulltime work he is currently in moderate work and ready to find a new l family to love and grow with.

Touch of Soprano Price: $ 15,000.

15.0 hh Reg: EA Bay Gelding YOB: 2012 Sire: Royalwood Boy Soprano Dam: Jaaslyn

In the short time we have owned Barry, he is best suited to a knowledgable and experienced home only, very forward going, no nasties and has a kind temperament.

NO child riders.

Video Footage Link - https://youtu.be/cAhkiTXXJzk Contact: Sarah Kus Ph: 0422 881 416

Contact: Kirstie Malloch Ph: 0428 184 751

Amarillo Park Centre Stage

Willow Valley Bouquet

Price: $ 11,000. neg to right home 14.1 ž hh Reg: ASH, ANSA, SHC Brown/Black Mare YOB: 2013 Sire: Westlake National Anthem Dam: Ivybank Simply Bobbie

Price: $ 4,500.

Mature approx 14.0 hh Reg: Riding Pony and Part Welsh Chestnut Filly Sire: Gem Park Centre Stage Dam: Spritzig (TB)

Eyecatching 7yo Riding Pony x Australian Stock Horse. Sassy was bred by us, out of our Stock Horse mare Ivybank Simply Bobbie (A broad ribbon winner at Sydney & Canberra Royals) by Westlake National Anthem.

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“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.

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These significant benefits are also so enhanced by the “Rain Resistant” and nd “Low irritant” formula. As it doesn’t n’t contain alcohol (prevalent in most fly sprays) it won’t “sting” the horse. It can an also be applied to surface wounds, s, minor cuts and skin abrasions to help lp prevent irritation and possible infecction by nuisance insects.

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

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

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

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Since the 1970’s, QUIT ITCH has been an essential weapon in the fight against skin disorders in horses.