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The Horse Report How much should you feed your horse?
By FEEDXL EQUINE NUTRITION TEAM
Grains should be fed at a minimum, as high-grain diets can have many complications, including colic, hindgut problems, stomach ulcers, excitable or “hot” behavior, and more.
Instead, look to balance your horse’s diet with quality forage and healthy sources of protein and fat.
Ration balancers or concentrates are another good option.
FeedXLcan help you build your horse’s diet without feeding excessive amounts of grain. When feeding grain to horses, it’s best to feed in small, frequent meals. It’s recommended to feed no more than 1kg/meal for a 500kg horse (or 2lbs/meal for a 1000lb horse).
Because horses have only one stomach and their digestive system was designed to be grazing constantly, feeding in these small, regular intervals serves to mimic this and to avoid an empty stomach full of acid, which can cause ulcers.
Sometimes feeding more gives your horse less
When we exceed about 2.5 to 3%
When feeding grain to horses, it’s best to feed in small meals.
of a horse’s bodyweight in feed per day (so 12.5 to 15 kg for a 500 kg horse) the feed starts to move really quickly through the gut.
Problem is, digestion, and particularly fiber digestion takes time.
Fiber is digested via fermentation in the hindgut (more on how that works here) and fiber fermentation is a slow process. So feed needs to just have the time to hang about in the hindgut for a fair while (like 24 to 48 hours).
When we feed too much, feed gets pushed through the gut really quickly (essentially as it
comes in the front end it gets shoved out the back) and it will only be partially digested… so you may be feeding a lot, but your horse doesn’t have full opportunity to digest it.
Think about it like this…
If you had a pool noodle, one of the ones with a hole in it, and were told to keep it perfectly flat/horizontal and then push a small bucket of marbles through the noodle one by one… you would poke them in one end (and assuming it’s flat so they don’t just roll out) they would only start coming out the other end once the entire noodle was
full and as you pushed one in, one should come out… make sense?
Now suppose you were told to take 10 minutes to put all of the marbles through the noodle… you would need to take your time in poking one in so they didn’t come out too fast.
Now, if you had a bucket of marbles 3 times the size of the original bucket and told to push all of these through the pool noodle in 10 minutes, you would have to do it three times as fast to get them all done in time. When you feed too much this is what happens, feed goes in one end and comes out the other too fast and only partially digested.
In a lot of cases, less is more! Feeding less gives the feed time to sit around and move slowly through the gut, allowing it to be fully digested.
Take a look at your feed program and feed amounts and see if this might apply… often when we try to push for weight gain we get stuck in this trap of feeding too much and it doesn’t seem logical to feed less to get more weight gain.
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Vitamin K requirements for your horses
By FEEDXL EQUINE NUTRITION TEAM
The name ‘Vitamin K’refers to a group of fat soluble vitamins that include:
Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone): found in fresh green plants
Vitamin K2 (menaquinone): produced by bacteria. There are 15 different menaquinones, and Vitamin K3 (menadione): synthetic vitamin K
What does vitamin K do?
Vitamin K is required for many functions in the body. The most important of these are:
- Activation of blood clotting mechanisms
- Maintaining vascular health; and
- Healthy bone metabolism
How much vitamin K does a horse need?
The true requirement for vitamin K in horses is still unknown.
Primary vitamin K deficiency (i.e. nutritional deficiency not caused by a vitamin K antagonist) has never been recorded in a horse. Published information suggests that the absorption of vitamin K from fresh forages and absorption of vitamin K produced by bacteria in the gut is enough to meet requirements.
However, recent studies have called into question the ability of a horse to absorb bacterial derived vitamin K2 from the hindgut. Still, there are many bacteria in a horse’s small intestine and vitamin K is definitely able to be absorbed from there.
However, horses in stable conditions without access to fresh green forage may not receive optimal amounts of vitamin K in their diets. In these situations, some supplementation may be required.
What form of vitamin K is best?
There has been some debate in recent times regarding which form of vitamin K is best to supplement with.
In horses, it appears that most forms of vitamin K are suitable for supplementation. Astudy in horses published in the Journal of Animal Science (Terachi et al 2011) found that supplementation with Vitamin K3 (the form most commonly used in horse feeds) was the most effective at increasing blood concentrations of the biologically active menaquinone, MK-4.
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Amore recent study has suggested that vitamin K3 is not converted to MK-4. However this study used a single dose of vitamin K3, with blood samples only taken for 8 hours post-dosing.
This is in contrast to the Terachi et al. study which supplemented horses for 7 days and found the highest levels of MK-4 in the vitamin K3 supplemented horses.
It is likely that in the study of Skinner et al, the single dose of Vitamin K3 and the short time-frame for blood sampling may not have allowed enough substrate or time for conversion to MK4 to occur.
Vitamin K3 has been demonstrated to be converted to biologically active MK-4 in multiple animal species and it would appear horses are no exception.
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Although over thousands of years horses have gone from being wild in herds to domesticated, their digestive system has not changed in the slightest.
Mouth
The mouth is the first point of digestion and the chewing and grinding action discussed above combined with the digestive enzymes in the mouth supports breakdown of long stem fibres. The horse’s teeth evolved millions of years ago when they went from being small forest animals who would snack on fruits to grazing 18-20 hours per day in open plains.
These teeth enabling them to chew and grind tough grasses throughout the day and support their grazing nature.
Stomach
From here it goes to the stomach where further digestion and breakdown occurs.
Hydrochloric acid and pepsin breakdown proteins and create an acidic environment to prevent fermentation of starches in the stomach.
The stomach is very small in comparison to the size of the horse, similar to the size of a shopping bag.
Small Intestine
Horses do not have a gall bladder like us humans, and instead have a constant flow of digestive enzymes into the small intestine. This is essential to support the grazing nature of the horse and why it is paramount to ensure domesticated horses have ad lib access to grass or hay. Due to this the small intestine is
where most of the nutrient absorption occurs.
Large Intestine &
Hindgut
The hindgut is the last place feed is sent for digestion and absorption. This process is unique to herbivores although different herbivores may have different fermentation processes. Lots of microbes reside in the hindgut and do their job to ferment the left-over starch and fibre into Volatile Fatty Acids (VFAs);
which are directly absorbed into the bloodstream for energy.
As we can see nothing has changed in the horses' digestive system from tens of thousands of years ago up until now, why has the way we feed them changed?
Yes, the demands on their bodies are different but does this warrant the use of poor ingredients, unsuitable for the species?
Through domestication it is necessary to supply the horse with food and water, as in most cases
they cannot forage for their own. How often do we make this as close to what they have in the wild?
Roughage, grassy paddocks, adlib hay and chaffs are all very natural sources of feed for the horse and close to what their digestive habits are. Amash of bran, mill-run, beet pulp and soy hulls; not exactly natural forage that is readily available in the wild, let alone roughage.
Grassy paddocks, hay and chaffs are all very natural sources of feed for horses.
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Why feed your horses a natural diet
From page 8
When feeding horses, a natural diet is the same as feeding ourselves a nutritious wholefood diet, it is what our bodies were made to consume.
Horses are not designed to process waste-products, non-grass fibre sources, wet porridge or soaked feeds apart from hay cubes where this can be fed dry or damp.
Just like humans aren't designed to process packaged goods, artificial additives and chemical fillers.
One paper, in particular, reviews natural feeding strategy for the evolution of the horse. This paper concludes that "the equine gastrointestinal tract is not evolutionary adapted to digest diets fed in current feeding practices" and suggests modern day feeding practises such as restricted feeding, irregular feeding times and cereal feeding can compromise the horses' health and welfare (N. Hilmo et al, 2013).
It would be common knowledge to some to think that what we put in our mouths or our animal's mouths should support the way that digestive system has evolved.
However, this seems to be lost quickly with smart marketing techniques and lack of understanding of the evolution of the horse.
Another important reason to feed a natural diet is to question why our horses deserve a lesser quality than what we have.
Horses are treated at the highest standard with regular dentistry, chiropractic work, saddle fittings and veterinary treatment to say the least, yet it is accepted to feed them poorer quality feed than what they need biologically.
Not only this but most horses are either athletes, a member of the family, our best friend or a combination of all the above.
Feeding a horse should never be as complicated as marketing campaigns make it seem. They are a grazing animal that need a trickle of feed throughout the day. Taking into consideration they are domesticated, we need to supply them with the best quality vitamins and minerals to support their workload and individuality. This is where a good, qualified and registered nutritionist comes into play.
Daily vitamin and mineral supplements are always usually suggested as domesticated horses are not able to forage the thousands of kilometres wild horses can. In addition, we ask a lot more from them on a day-today basis. These supplements should always contain human grade ingredients, as our horses deserve nothing less than what we do.
The Horse Report The levels of sugar can fluctuate in pasture
By RANVET
What is the safest time for my pony to graze in summer?
The classic summer mix of rain, warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine can quickly cause a pasture flurry in the matter of just a few days.
So, it is very important after such spells, that we take extra care and vigilance on our horses who are more vulnerable to high sugar diets
Sugar levels in pasture fluctuate throughout the day and are impacted by numerous factors.
The clock to the right is a generalisation of the safe, manageable and risky periods the summer pasture sugar levels can rotate through in the day.
Let’s take a closer look at each period.
Safe Zone – Green
In the early hours of the morning, pasture has returned to its baseline level of sugars and nutrients.
The photosynthetic goods it produced in yesterday’s sunlight have been converted and used throughout the pink high risk period overnight to grow and survive.
In this green zone, light intensity is low, meaning that photosynthetic rate is also low.
Depending on your location and time of the year, this 6am period might even be still dark. This makes the 6am-10am zone the lowest sugar content period of the day.
Of course, these low sugar levels will vary between species, just as they do between feeds and types of hay. It is important to consider your individual pasture circumstances and management.
Exceptions to consider in the lead up to summer In the spring, early mornings still may produce frost or dews. Be mindful that wet grass, when eaten excessive-
and a small feed before
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ly, may cause digestive upset. If your pony has been locked up with no or restricted access to roughage overnight, they may overindulge with “grass hunger” on this grass.
Providing sufficient roughage overnight,
turnout, may help reduce this initial indulgence.
The Horse Report Choosing the safest time for your pony to graze
From page 10
Also in the spring, nights can become cold enough to slow the plants’metabolism and thus their processing of Non Structural Carbohydrates (NSC).
This can result in some high-quality pastures holding their sugars till the temperatures increase in the morning, making the grass less desirable for vulnerable ponies.
Management Zone – Yellow
As light intensity increases during the day, so does the plants photosynthetic rate. The process of photosynthesis converts water and carbon dioxide into glucose (a simple sugar) and oxygen, using the light energy captured by the plant’s chlorophyll. Photosynthesis is a much-needed process in our ecosystem, but unfortunately the production of glucose does mean sugar levels will increase, making the pasture potentially unsafe for our vulnerable ponies and horses. The sugar content will increase throughout the day in line with light intensity and exposure, before peaking in the late afternoon. During this yellow time however, we can manage our horses’intake, so as to not refuse them turnout time altogether.
Management options include using a grazing muzzle, supplying alternative low sugar roughage options, or confinement in a yard where grass availability and quality is poorer (dry lot).
The greener the grass, the more active the chlorophyll, likely meaning the more sugar being generated and stored!
Risk Zone
– Pink
The risk zone in the clock, as a generalisation, begins at 5pm.
But this marker is very dependent on sun intensity and time of sunset. In the late afternoon, as sunset commences, light intensity has peaked and is beginning to fall. It is a very common assumption to then correlate that sugar levels too have peaked. Whilst it is true that photosynthesis has reached maximum potential, processing the
sugars doesn’t work as quickly.
In fact, the pasture can take around four hours post complete sunset, to process all the photosynthetic products of the day. This is why the pink zone is the largest- as individual factors such as time of sunset, plant species, environment and so forth, all have tremendous effect on how long this high-risk time can last.
In the depths of Daylight Savings, where the sun sets after 8pm, and days are absolutely
filled with sunshine, it is very likely that stored sugar level will not meet their baselines until well into the early morning hours, meeting again at the accepted commencement of the green zone of 6am.
If you have concerns about your ponies consumption, sugar levels, nutrition requirements, submit a diet evaluation or even book a support call or for further information you can reach out to the Ranvet team at www.nutrition@ranvet.com.au
At sunrise and in the early hours of the morning, pasture has returned to its baseline level of sugars and nutrients and is the safest time for your pony to graze
The Horse Report Do high sugar forages make horses fatter?
By FEEDXL EQUINE NUTRITION TEAM
Many people wonder about how high sugar or high Non-Structure Carbohydrate (NSC) forages affect their horse’s weight, so this is a question we are often asked.
Our standard response has always been “well, it depends on the calorie content of the forage”, which then begs the question about the relationship between forage NSC and digestible energy content.
What exactly is the relationship between high sugar forages, digestible energy, and horse weight?
In looking at 13 pasture samples from one farm, it seems the higher the NSC content, the higher the digestible energy (calorie) content.
The pastures shown here were all sampled between 11 am and 2 pm on the same day. They were all dried at the same time and all
were analyzed by Equi-Analytical.
Agraph of Digestible Energy (calorie) value versus pasture non-structural carbohydrate (NSC = starch + water soluble carbohydrates) content is pretty clear for this particular set of pastures; as NSC increases so does digestible energy… which makes very logical sense given the NSC is a source of calories so the more NSC, the more calories. So perhaps the answer should be “yes, high NSC forages will make your horses fatter faster than low NSC forages”.
And therefore yes, it makes sense to feed a low NSC forage when you are trying to achieve weight loss or avoid weight gain in your easy keepers.
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The Horse Report Game changer in equine protection
The equestrian world has witnessed a shakeup, and it’s all thanks to a small but fearless Australian company.
Equisk, a female-founded brand with a passion for horse welfare, has clinched the prestigious Spoga Horse Top Innovation Award 2025 for its revolutionary TotalCool Boots—a product set to redefine equine protection and performance.
Horses work hard, and their legs take the brunt of it.
The TotalCool Boots combine state-of-the-art technology with an anatomically contoured fit, delivering unparalleled airflow that reduces inflammation, cuts down recovery time, and keeps equine athletes performing at their peak.
Designed with both science and practicality in mind, these boots are setting a new gold standard in equine care.
For Equisk’s founder, this award isn’t just industry recognition—it’s proof that a small, independent brand can take on the giants and win.
“We built Equisk because we saw a gap in the market—our horses deserved better protection solutions,” said Clara Mehel.
“This win isn’t just about innovation; it’s about challenging the status quo and proving that bold ideas can change the game.”
Equisk’s journey is one of grit, passion, and an unwavering commitment to horse-first innovation.
As a female-led company from Australia, they’ve fought their way to the global stage,
competing against industry heavyweights and coming out on top.
The Spoga Horse Fair, held in Cologne from February 7-10, is the ultimate proving ground for the latest in equestrian tech, and this win cements Equisk’s place at the forefront of the industry.
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The Horse Report Flaxseed oil for horses – Effects & benefits
Many horse owners, breeders and trainers are now starting to feed some form of oil as part of the diet. Whether it be for a shiny coat, or an energy source, there are several types of oil available.
Flax Seed Oil will provide fantastic results in terms of soft, shiny coats and the energy provided, but the key advantage of using Flax Seed Oil over other readily available oils is the Omega 3 content.
Flax Seed Oil provides the richest (almost 60%) natural source of Omega 3, an essential fatty acid (EFA) which is not generally present in equine foods.
Like all animals, horses cannot manufacture this essential fatty acid which is so important for their overall health.
Grain is a common ingredient of many modern horse feeds, and contains high levels of Omega 6, another Essential Fatty Acid. Every horse needs to obtain both Omega 3 and 6 in the diet, as they cannot be produced by the body, hence the term 'Essential'.
However, very few horse feeds contain sufficient amounts of Omega 3, and it is this lack of Omega 3 and too much Omega 6 that is often cited as the cause for several inflammatory conditions such as laminitis, arthritis and skin problems.
Supplementing your horse's daily feed with Flax Seed Oil can help to rectify the imbalance of Omega 6 and 3, and help to avoid all sorts of inflammatory conditions, as well as supporting the immune, circulatory and digestive systems.
On top of this, their coats will become soft
and shiny, their skin will be healthy, their joints will be supported, muscles will repair quickly and their hooves will become strong and less prone to cracking!
And as an energy source, Flax Seed Oil is second to none, with the equivalent amount of energy being provided in one cup of oil as four cups of grain.
It is therefore ideal for race horses and endurance events, with the added advantage of muscles recovering quickly after exercise due to the high content of Omega 3. Research also suggests that feeding a diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids can help to improve semen quality and its tolerance to freezing and thawing.
Below are some of the key benefits of adding Omega 3 rich Flax Seed Oil to your horse's diet:
Dry, itchy skin conditions and hair loss issues can be improved naturally.
Can reduce the risk of allergies and allergic reactions such as Queensland itch.
The anti-inflammatory nature of Omega 3 can combat inflammation and inflammatory conditions such as laminitis.
Joint pain, reduced mobility, tying up and muscular cramps can be reduced, recovery times following exercise are decreased, as the high Omega 3 content aids the breakdown of lactic acid.
Horses can become less 'fizzy', due to the oil being a fat source not a carbohydrate source.
Hooves become stronger.
Coats become shiny and soft
Gastrointestinal disorders and digestion is helped.
It is recommend that Flax Seed Oil be keep it in the fridge or in a cool dark place such to keep it away from sunlight.
The suggested daily feeding rate of 30ml70ml of oil is a starting point. This will help your horse to adjust to the oil, and is a perfect amount for general health and conditioning. If you have a miniature horse, you should be feeding roughly 30ml per day, a pony should be fed around 40ml per day, upwards to a horse of 17hh should be fed around 60ml per day. You should see results within 10-14 days, as long as the oil is fed every day. For further information visit www.flaxseedaustralia.com.au
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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.
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What makes Rose-Hip Vital Equine stand
There are in fact many reasons. It all starts with the humble Rosehip, the berry-like fruit of the wild rose bush species Rosa Canina. A wholefood known to be one of nature’s richest sources of natural vitamin C. A superfood containing 8 naturally occurring vitamins (including C, E, B1 and B6) and 23 minerals (including iron, copper, zinc and magnesium), essential fatty acids (omegas 3, 6 and 9),
You may already know rosehips are often fed to horses for immune system support and a
improved circulation and improved digestive function. So you’re probably wondering what makes Rose-Hip Vital® so special?
Rose-Hip Vital® is made from Rosehips manufactured with patented extraction and drying processes which isolate and activate a galactolipid (fatty acid) called GOPO®. GOPO® has clinically proven anti-
The patented processes also concentrate and preserve the naturally occurring vitamins and minerals, transforming Rose-Hip Vital® into a product that is both in a category all on its own, and across many; It’s a joint
antioxidant and a nutritional supplement. It delivers noticeable improvements to mobility, mood, condition, willingness to move forward, performance and recovery while reducing
improving general health and wellbeing, and boosting immunity.
Rose-Hip Vital® is a clinically proven plantand rich source of natural vitamin C. There is no product like it. Unlike other joint supplements, Rose-Hip Vital® is 100% plant-
Rose-Hip Vital® is safe for long term use and it does not swab. It can be used alongside conventional treatments and supplements as well as potentially replacing or reducing the medication.
Horses like it so much, even the fussiest of eaters become more enthusiastic about their feed once Rose-Hip Vital is added. So while Rose-Hip Vital Equine has become a highly use, it also has become highly recommended for improving general health and wellbeing, improving performance and maintaining healthy joints.
How does Rose-Hip Vital® Equine lengthen the lifetime of a working horse?
Vital is comprehensive. There are in excess of placebo controlled clinical trials on people, dogs and horses mainly focusing on antithe unique compound GOPO.
To many people, antioxidants and anti-aging go hand-in-hand. Antioxidants are talked about as the antidote to cell-damaging free radicals. Exercise and the associated stress and increase in oxygen consumption are linked to an increased production of free radicals. When the production of free radicals overwhelms the body’s antioxidant defences, oxidative stress can occur with subsequent
research shows horses need natural vitamin C to help block toxic free radical activity, which causes damage throughout the body including joints and cartilage.
Some white blood cells in the body contain granulocytes which enable them to ‘clean’
bacteria in it. Too many of these white blood cells wear down tissue cartilage. In large numbers they can also produce chemical enzymes and toxic freeradicals which cause even more tissue damage. Excess accumulation of white blood cells combined with the release of chemical substances cause’s joint pain
The more becomes, the more the white blood cells are attracted to it –a painful cycle.
protects cartilage. This means it helps to delay the onset of arthritic changes or slow down further cartilage degeneration if it already exists.
In short, if you want to extend the lifetime of your working horse, feed it a natural antirich source of natural vitamin C. Rose-Hip Vital® Equine is your only option, and the results speak for themselves.
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The Horse Report Ensure you’re safe when towing a horse float
Owning and towing a horse float requires maintenance, careful planning and driving to ensure the safety of the horses and the driver.
Check the vehicle's owner's manual for the towing capacity.
Make sure the hitch and wiring are working properly.
Ensure the horse float is not overloaded and that the horses and equipment are secure. Make sure the trailer is attached to your vehicle with the correct chains and cables, ensure the safety chains are properly attached and rated for the trailer's Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM).
Know your float and its contents weight and what are its braking requirements.
The law states if the GTM (gross trailer mass, the weight of the trailer and its payload) is over 2,000kg, the vehicle should be fitted with an electric braking system and a breakaway system.
Did you know that being overweight can result in serious fines of up to $1500 or in the event of an accident, your insurance provider may decline your claim?
Brakes - The Electric Braking System is controlled from the inside of the cab of the tow vehicle to offer more or less trailer braking via wires connected to the trailer braking system. When the system is adjusted correctly, the car and trailer will pull up nice and straight and prevent the trailer from pushing the car forward.
The Breakaway System is activated if and whenever the trailer/float becomes separated
from the vehicle. There is a wire lanyard from the drawbar of the trailer to the tow vehicle, not the tow hitch.
If pulled free, it will activate the trailer brakes independently of the vehicle brakes, via a battery on the trailer.
This stops the trailer from careering off on its own and the brakes must stay on for 15 minutes.
With this system, it is important to check the battery charge and that it is charging via the trailer plug. Ideally, this should be checked before every trip.
In NSW it is mandatory to have an in-vehicle battery monitor.
Tyres – Check tyre pressures and make sure the tyres are wearing evenly. The correct tire pressure for a horse float depends on the weight of the load. Agood starting point is
40 pounds per square inch (PSI) Why is correct tire pressure important? Correct tire pressure helps reduce fuel consumption, helps reduce the risk of tire wear. and helps ensure a smooth ride for your horse and safe towing.
Overseas studies indicate that 75 per cent of blowouts are caused by under-inflation, which can cause dangerous heat build-up in a tyre.
Maintenance - Horse float maintenance should include regular cleaning, checking the tires and bearings, and performing professional inspections. Cleaning and remove all manure and damp bedding, Scrubing the mats, Hosing down the floor, Raise the float to drain moisture, and ensure the float is completely dry after it is used.
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Float maintenance and servicing is a must
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Have your float regularly serviced.
Trailer and caravan manufacturers recommend that wheel bearings and brakes should be serviced every 10,000km or 12 months
The wheel bearings should be checked and re-greased six to 12 months after purchase, then 12 monthly thereafter.
Wheel nuts should be checked to ensure tightness after the first 200km and than six monthly intervals thereafter.
Suspension grease nipples must be regularly checked and re-greased every 12 months. Check that the lights and indicators are all in good working order.
Get underneath your float and have a good look at the floor and suspension – you might find a torch helps.
You are looking for obvious signs of fatigue such as: cracks in the welds and frame, rust, bowed or bent support beams, cracked or sagging flooring, broken brake lines and frayed wiring.
Now get inside your float and pull up the back edge of the rubber matting – check for signs of deterioration in the floor and rust in the frame where the tailgate attaches. It is also important to check your float windows and access points for any water leaks that may appear due to movement of the float and normal wear and tear.
If a water leak is found, it is crucial to rectify this straight away to avoid any damage to the paintwork or structure of your float.
Normal silicone sealant is fine for this.
Preventative maintenance and care is the key factor in keeping your float looking brand new, as well as safe.
If you service your float annually and conduct regular visual safety checks, you should get years of reliable and safe use from your horse float and be comfortable knowing your “passenger” is safe.
Before setting out on a trip always check and adjust mirrors, check tyres and tyre pressure, check lights and brakes are all working. Check it is hooked up correctly and hand
Thank you R & AMobile Servicing – Caravans and Trailers for the very professional job you recently completed servicing our horse float.
Our 2HSL2004 PBLfloat was in need of a service and I really wanted the convenience of having this completed at home.
Having seen a recent post from R & AMobile Servicing I thought I would reach out to see if they worked on horse floats and I’m so glad that I did –everything from the enquiry, quote and booking process through to the professional, quality service provided was faultless.
Their pricing was great and fitted my budget. Not only was the requested service completed promptly, a last minute request to replace the old lights with an LED panel was no problem and they quickly arranged parts and fitted the same day. I could not recommend Rob & Amanda more highly.
Lisa Davis - CarbrookQld
brake is released.
When towing a float, always remember you have live animals on board, drive to suit conditions.
Slow down before entering corners and curves and pulling out of a driveways. Use a lower gear when traveling downhill to reduce strain on the brakes.
Avoid sudden lane changes and changes of direction, leave more space between you and the vehicle in front to allow time for braking Always take regular rest stops for the driver and the horses on long trips.
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.
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The Horse Report All new Hoof Safe Shine product
By NOLIAN ENTERPRISES
All new Hoof Safe Shine is a revolutionary permeable and breathable product for the hoof polish industry prioritising the health and welfare of animals while maintaining high performance standards for the competitive show ring.
It is a human-safe, naturally green, plantbased liquid polish formula designed to cover the entire hoof whilst still allowing the hoof to breath and maintaining high shine, fast drying and durable covering black or white hooves.
It is oxygen-friendly and permeable to air and water vapor to the hooves, making it a safer alternative to the harsh toxins currently used causing hoof health issues.
Product developer Liana Wynne said being in the show horse industry as a judge and competitor for many years, she new there was a need for a new product in the market.
“So I began researching how to create a product that was permeable and breathable to the hoof, human and animal safe still enabling the high shine, fast drying and durability required for its purposes,” Liana said.
“I was approached by a leading equestrian competitor at an event who knew that I invented products.
“He said I should create a formula that was safe for the horse’s hooves whilst still providing the high gloss appearance, fast drying and durability.”
The formula also had to have the required
properties of a polish to cover a white hoof.
“I began trialling human peel off face masks 12 months ago as I believed that if you can use it on your face, you could use it on the horse’s hooves,” she said.
“The principle of it being high shine and able to be peeled off was where the concept began.
“I employed an industrial chemist to assist with the formulation but unfortunately, we were unable to secure a product durable enough to handle the exposure to water, sand and grasses required for any length of time when showing animals.
“The same principle was applied to a waterproof mascara formulation with the same
unfortunate results.
“With the assistance of a cosmetic formulator and after trialling numerous products, we created exactly what I was seeking.
“After 12 months of applying dozens of products and materials to my own horse’s hooves for scrutinising, this final formula is outstanding in all the areas sought; a permeable and breathable product being high gloss, fast drying and durable whilst still covering both black and white hooves.
“Someone asked me was it worth all the effort?
“My response was ‘absolutely’especially now we have perfected it. (It is Australian Made and currently Patent Pending).”
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The Horse Report Billy Raymont takes out Jumping World Cup
By Equestrian Australia
The 2024/25 FEI Jumping World Cup Australian League is now complete and we congratulate Billy Raymont on taking out the series and with his primary World Cup horse, Caprino, taking out the Golden Grand.
The World Cup Qualifying Series for 2024/25 wrapped up in february with the final leg held at Sale.
Billy came into the final leg in the lead, sitting on 82 points. In the class on Staurday afternoon, Billy finished in fifth place on his World Cup points nominated mount Tulara Dakchiko, earning himself nine extra points. However, with only the top five performance of the season counting towards totals, he was required to drop a score of seven, to advance his total by just two points to end the season on a total of 84.
Second place in the league went to Sam Overton, winner of the 2022 season who finished on 69 points.
Third place in the series went to Gemma Creighton finishing on 62 points.
There was a tie for fourth place between Clem Smith and Phillip Lever, both finishing on a total of 60 points.
Clem picked up 11 points in Sale but had to drop a score of nine
to net just two points from the class, while Phillip added the full six points he picked up in Sale to his season total.
Billy has had a fantastic season with Caprino, winning four of
the nine qualifiers this season, Larapinta, Caboolture, Willinga and Summer Classic and has certainly deserved the title this year.
Billy Raymont
The Horse Report Para Dressage National Championships 2025
By Equestrian Australia
The EAPara Dressage Committee can now confirm that the Para Dressage National Championships for 2025 will be held in conjunction with the Boneo Park CPEDI in November at Boneo Park.
This decision was not made lightly, as hosting the Championships in conjunction with the Dressage National Championships aligns with EA’s commitment to inclusivity and reflects the strong support the Para Dressage program receives from the Dressage National Championships event organisers and the EADressage Committee. Available funding is the key factor in the decision.
The Para High Performance program underwrites the Para events at the National Championships and Australianbased CPEDIs.
The program is already planning to fund three CPEDIs in the 2024-2025 financial year to provide valuable opportunities for World Equestrian Games qualification. These will limit its ability to also fund a National
Championships in the same financial year.
After careful consideration and evaluation of the efficiencies gained from running the Para Nationals in conjunction with
the Boneo Park CPEDI, the EAPDC believes this is the most effective approach for 2025. The event will be an excellent showcase of national and international Para Dressage.
Both committees are committed to promoting inclusivity and anticipate returning to a combined Dressage Nationals after 2025.
11th Driving World Cup for Aussie Champion Boyd Exell
By Equestrian Australia
History was made recently when Australia’s Boyd Exell won a record-breaking 11th Four-inHand FEI Driving World Cup™ in Bordeaux (FRA).
Driving is the oldest competitive equestrian sport which continues to thrive in the 21st century.
In Indoor Four-in-Hand competition, drivers and two team members are in a carriage drawn by four horses as they navigate a series of closely spaced obstacles in a very fast paced, exciting display of precision and teamwork. Once again Boyd Exell confirmed his supremacy in the sport at the climax of what has been a closely fought 2024-25 series.
Boyd is the first to take the FEI Driving World Cup™ crown for a remarkable 11th time, with his first win in Gothenburg (SWE) in 2009.
This year, Exell unseated the reigning champion Bram Chardon (NED) in a final day of nail-biting four-in-hand competition.
Boyd was his usual calm self at
the helm, with Emma Olsson navigating and Wannes Larsen at the back of the carriage to help shift its weight through the tight marathon boxes and huge curves in between.
Churning through the course, he crossed the Longines beam in just 135.03 seconds, giving him a
final total of 286.27 for the win and a record 11th title.
No sooner had he crossed the finish line he jumped down from the carriage to pat and reward his horses, including “Bundy” (Bajnok), who celebrated his 100th win on Saturday.
“When you have such a great
leader as my Bundy…” Exell said, full of emotion, “...he’s like a banker — you can rely on him under great pressure.”
The Aussie champion was equally enthusiastic about the rest of his team: “Today they tried. They gave me everything.”
Para Dressage National Championships for 2025 will be held in conjunction with the Boneo Park
Boyd Excell is the first to take the FEI Driving World Cup™ crown for a remarkable 11th time
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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
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Trainers
The Horse Report Lunging a training method for horses
What is lunging and when it is beneficial?
Lunging is a horse training technique that involves a horse moving around a handler in a circle on a long lead rein, or lunge line.
What is the purpose of Lunging
Introducing young horses to voice commands
Build trust and respect between the horse and trainer
Improve ground manners
Used to introduce young horses to saddle, bridle & mouthing
Warm up a ridden horse and let him get the sparkles out
Build strength and balance in ridden horses
Rehabilitate horses after injury or illness
How to lunge a horse
Stand in the middle of a circle, facing your horse.
Imagine a triangle with you at one point, your horse at the base, and the lunge line and whip forming the other two sides
Move sideways, slightly behind your horse but keep the tension on the lead so as the horse can’t kick you
Use your whip and voice commands to direct the horse to move forward. Lunging can be used to teach smooth transitions, to move the horse in and out on small or large circles and is a great way to improve strength and engagement. Trot poles and small jumps can also be introduced into the training sessions to improve stride length, engagement and balance.
Remember to give your horse walk breaks, work him evenly in both directions and reward him for his efforts
You should always remember to be safe when lunging, use a rope that will not give you rope burns if horse get a fright and pulls the rope through your hands, wear a helmet and gloves and be aware of your surroundings and stay out of kicking range.
What equipment do you need for Lunging?
Snaffle bridle with reins removed
Roller and a pad underneath – or if you’re lunging a young horse, using a saddle can help them get used to tack.
Side reins ( optional)
Apadded lunge line
Protective boots or bandages (optional)
Hat
Gloves
Sturdy boots
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By TANJA KRAUS
Your horse’s feet and the way he moves them can tell you a lot about how he is feeling about something.
And it’s not just "I like to know how my horse is feeling because I would like him to feel good about our interactions" kind of a way, but also in a "I don't feel like getting bucked off today" handy kind of way.
I see many training sessions that begin with "correct" posture and biomechanics, which are of course important, but when asked for too early, this can easily disguise how your horse is feeling. I met a lady who had been doing rehabilitation training to support her horse who had previously been trained quite aggressively, and in poor posture (he was only 3).
But the issue was that he was not confident with anything.
He appeared confident because he was in "good posture" but his eye and subtle body language told another story.
It is easy to get a false sense of security in these situations, and I heard a few months later that quite a bad accident had happened with that horse.
Good posture and correct work is a vital part of training, but forward with freedom and confidence should be established first and foremost. Give your horse the freedom to show you with his feet and body how he is really feeling and you may well keep both your horse and you a lot safer.
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RIDING PONY QLD OFFERS TWO SHOWS
The RPSBS Queensland Committee will hold two shows this year. The first being The 2025 Queensland Riding Pony of the Year show to be held at Park Ridge Pony Club Grounds on Sunday, 25 May.
This show offers a great program that includes classes for led and ridden Show Pony, Show Hunter and Overheight exhibits, handler, rider, leading rein, first ridden, home produced and double registered exhibits. The 2024-25 season Newcomer Series Sweepstakes Final will also be held at this show awarding the cash prize pool to the winners. Trophies rugs and garlands will be awarded for all supremes along with awards for most Successful Exhibitor and Breeder.
The second show is the 2025 Queensland Riding Pony Pageant to be held on Sunday 9 November at Caboolture Showgrounds offering another great program that includes Yearling, two-year-old and three-year-old Sweepstakes Futurities with cash prize pools. 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. Programs will be available at www.rpsbs.com.au/qld/qld-events/ and entries will be via www.rpsbs.com.au - login
For enquiries contact rpsbsqld@outlook.com
GLENARTHON STOCKMANS CHALLENGE
The Glenarthon Stockmans challenge will be held at Woodenbong showgrounds on the 22 - 23 March 2025
The event cateres for all ages and offers a Tiny Tots Challenge. Mini, Youth and Junior Challenges, Encouragement, Rookie and Open Challenges as well as 2, 3 and 4 year old futurities. Entries and enquiries to Email: glenarthonstockhorses@hotmail.com or Ph 0429 334 041
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SUNDAY25 MAY Park Ridge Pony Club Grounds
Great program that includes led and ridden Show Pony, Show Hunter and Overheight exhibits, handler, rider, leading rein, first ridden, home produced & double registered classes 2024-25 season NewcomerSeries Sweepstakes Final Horse must have qualified to compete in final TROPHIES RUGS AND GARLANDS FOR ALL SUPREMES AWARDS FOR MOST SUCCESSFUL EXHIBITOR & BREEDER
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Yearling, 2 year old and 3 year old Sweepstakes Futurities with cash prize pools
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The NNSW Show Horse Association will be holding quite a few events for their members in 2025.
The annual Autumn Hack Show will this year be be held at Maclean Showgrounds on May 11 and this year will include Off The Track and Riding Pony Newcommer qualifier classes.
The winter show will be held at Murwillumbah Showgrounds on Sunday July 13
The annual Grand National Qualifer event the Northern NSW Show Horse champs will be held at Casino date yet to be confirmed. and The NNSW Allbreeds Show will be held on 28th September at Alstonville.
Programs and entry information will be posted on the Northern NSW Show Horse Association Facebook page. For further information Email: nnswshowhorse@gmail.com
MURWILLUMBAH PONY CLUB CAMP
The Murwillumbah Pony Club will be holding a two day camp on 10-11 July 2025 followed by Murwillumbah Gymkhana on 12 July. Instruction will be provided in show jumping, sporting, showriding, dressage, mounted games, theory, Horsemanship, and scary 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.
Disciplines will include dressage, flat riding, pleasure and bareback showjumping, grid work games, sporting events and much more.
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.
New members are welcome to join the club and join in the fun but riders from any club are welcome to come along. Nominations are essential to attend the camp. For further information contact Paula on 0413 733 294 or email cobakibob@bigpond.com HOLIDAY
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.
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Brampton Warlock
Price: $18,000.
12.1 hh
Reg: SHC | EA
Bay Sabino Gelding
Brampton Warlock is a top-quality Show Hunter Pony with a stellar show record and a very bright future. This gelding boasts three expressive paces and commands attention with his presence and quality. He’s is a true little gentleman, Handled by children and ridden by a 13-year-old and an 8-yearold, he is well-mannered and seasoned in the show ring. With numerous wins, including Runner-Up Champion Medium Hunter Pony at the recent NSWEAHOTY, Max is ready to excel further. Qualified for the 2025 Sydney Royal & SHC Grand nationals 2025 in Childs & Open and shows limitless potential.
This forward-moving pony is best suited for confident riders looking to compete at a high level showing, Inter school & pony dressage. Available for viewing at Sydney Royal 2025. Vet check welcome.
Contact: Jane Ph: 0409 325 259
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
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
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.
Heike is 3/4th Andalusian and 1/4th Warmblood, she has the most quiet nature and has been a pleasure to start under saddle. Heike has 3 great paces that will see her shine in the dressage ring her canter is so uphill it’s just beautiful ride!
Sadly for sale on behalf of her owner, she has been broken in spelled and now back in work, Heike is green broken so best suited to a confident teen or adult or someone who can further her training, she is not silly but just a baby! Good to do feet, teeth, ties up etc. Price negotiable.
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Rosegate Serenade
presents a rare opportunity to acquire a proven, quality and sound show hunter. Now proving to be a Competitive Small Hunter Galloway ‘Poppy’is entered for Melbourne Royal and has qualified for EANationals in the open and child’s events. Poppy has been ridden and handled by capable young children since being broken in. She is an extravagant and forward moving making her a pleasure to ride. Suitable for a Capable Child. Poppy is easy to clip, shoe etc. With a long list of accolades to her name it’s time for Poppy to find a new home to continue her success as her child owner moves on to a hack.
Contact: Claire Ph: 0409 671 446
Bon Garcon
Price: $ POA.
16.2 hh
Reg: Thoroughbred
Brown Gelding
YOB: 2015
Sire: Bachelor of Duke
Dam: Fille du Jour
Bon Garcon (Bax), stunning 16.2hh, 9yo gelding
* Multi Champion Show Horse
* Successful Level 4 (Medium) Dressage Horse
* Successful Eventer and Showjumper
The most safe, sensible & kind natured horse, Bax does it all, at the highest of levels.
Abeautifully schooled, exceptional Rider class and Childs' mount that requires little work down.
Perfect to hack out, lead others off, beach, roads, float, truck. Adelight in every way.
Entered for Grand Nationals (Childs, Rider and Large Hack) and Sydney Royal. For further details, please contact Julie.
Contact: Julie Wylie-Parkinson
Ph 64 27 3787518
Ollie "Calibre
Price: $6,000. Price Updated! 16.3 ½ hh
Reg: SHC
Liver Chestnut Gelding
Sire: Tale of the Cat
Dam: Shalimar Lara
It is with great sadness that I offer Ollie for sale through no fault of his own.
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 season so far, winning 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 recently 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. He will be at the SHC Horse of the Year on the 12th of October should anyone wish to view him out. Please only serious inquiries for Ollie and this is a very hard decision he will only go to the best of homes. He is located in Upper Swan.
Contact: Jess Knight Ph: 0458 387 287
The Horse Report
hh
Reg: Shetland -APSB EAWAShow Horse Council of Australia
Some of Tommy’s achievements APSB State Show - Hi Point Ridden Shetland Gosnells Summer Showoffs - Supreme Led Shetland, Champion Ridden Shetland, Supreme Ridden All Breeds
SHC Classic (Sydney Grand National Qualifier) Champion Child's Shetland
SHC Western Stars ( Grand National Qualifier) Champion Child's Shetland
WINNER Gosnells Masters Childs Shetland WON the Shetland Pony Race at Ascot Racecourse WON the Shetland Pony race at Toodyay Racecourse Won the EAWAHOTYShetland Pony Steeplechase Had been out show jumping and won working Hunters Tommy Turtle will only go to the best of homes. Too many wins to list.
Contact: Tanya Croker Ph: 0409 121 018
Gracefield White Lace N Promises
Price: $15,000.
12.1 3/8 hh
Reg: Welsh B
Grey Mare
Sire: Imperial Apollo
Dam: Lavuka Vanity Fair
Small Open Pony
Beautiful Lacey is looking for her next partner. She is the ultimate pony for the child wanting to do it all!
With the most Devine little face and the kindness of temperaments she is always in the top 5 at EA& SHC shows! Lacey has been to shows, pony club, jump days and shows that she is a brave and keen jumper. Lacey also enjoys trails alone or with company. Lacey is solely ridden and handled by children.
Lacey would excel with a child that is wanting to do a it all! She is a joy to own, show and keep. She requires no work down or ear plugs, she is a mild windsucker, but does not affect her at all. She would be best suited for a confident rider due to her age.
Only for sale as my daughter’s legs won’t stop growing and wished Lacey’s grew longer.
Will only be sold to the best of homes.
Contact: Lucy Monteleone Ph: 0407 589 553
Merivale Park Toy Carousel
Greenwood Ballerina
Price: $3,500.
13.1 hh
Reg: Welsh x Part Arabian x Riding Pony Bay
Mare
YOB: 2018
Sire: Allengreen Showcase
Dam: Greenwood Regency Royal Rascal
Molly is to no fault of her own looking for her next forever family this beautiful mare is 6 and 13.1hh she is easy to float, farrier, groom, not girthy no nasty’s and not marey Molly has started her dressage career training prelim/novice and competing prelim out at competitions achieving scores in the 60’s.
Molly has been to working eq training days and to siec and never puts a foot wrong We believe Molly would excel best in the dressage/ show ring as a new comer and an excellent pony club mount as she is great with obstacles and fun games She was broken in by her 12 yr old rider who has unfortunately outgrown her.
She’s not your typical five year old she is such an incredible child’s pony.
