Horse Report May 2025 digital edition

Celebra ating 25 yea ars in publishing EDITION 142 MAY 2025 Distributed through selected stores Australia Wide FREE BI-MONTHLY

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Horses aren't just athletes - they're companions, partners, and family. Providing them with effective joint support shouldn't be exclusive or out of reach.

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Holistic equine nutrition vs regular equine nutrition

By JEN THACKERY HolisticAnimalStudies.com In the realm of equine care, nutrition is a cornerstone that significantly influences a horse's overall health, performance, and well-being.

While traditional or regular nutrition focuses primarily on providing essential nutrients to meet basic dietary needs, holistic equine nutrition embraces a more comprehensive approach, considering the horse as a complex, interconnected organism.

REGULAR NUTRITION Regular equine nutrition typically revolves around the formulation of diets that meet foundational requirements for energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals.

This approach often involves: Nutrient Balancing: Regular nutritionists analyze the horse's diet based on established guidelines to ensure it contains the appropriate ratios of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and micronutrients necessary for maintenance, growth, or performance.

Feed types: It generally emphasizes the use of commercial feeds, grains, hay, and supplements tailored to specific life stages or activities, such as dressage, jumping etc.

Focus on physical aspects: The primary goal is to satisfy physiological needs, which can lead to overlooking other factors such as emotional health, digestive well-being, and environmental influences.

HOLISTIC EQUINE NUTRITION In contrast, holistic equine nutrition transcends mere nutrient balancing by incorporating a broader perspective that values the synergy between body, mind, soul and environment.

Key features include: Whole horse assessment: This philosophy recognizes that a horse's health is influenced not only by what it eats but also by the horse’s lifestyle, physical condition, emotional state, and surroundings.

Holistic nutritionists assess the horse as a whole, tailoring diets to individual horses while considering their unique circumstances.

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Holistic nutrition promotes thriving in all aspects of a horse’s life.

Holistic approaches often prioritize natural, minimally processed feeds and supplements, favoring whole foods over artificial additives or fillers.

This focus aims to promote optimal health through high-quality ingredients that enhance digestion, immune function, and vitality.

Balanced well-being: Holistic nutrition seeks to foster a harmonious balance between physical health, mental clarity, and emotional stability.

Practices may include integrating herbs, forage variety, and forage-based feeding strategies that cater to the horse's instinctual behaviors and preferences.

Environmental consideration: Holistic nutritionists often consider the impact of the animal's environment on its health.

Stressors such as stalling conditions, social interactions, and exercise availability/turnout are factored into dietary recommendations.

THE INTERSECTION While both approaches aim to nourish the horse effectively, the distinction lies in the scope of their perspectives.

Regular nutrition addresses the mechanics of feeding-ensuring that the horse receives adequate nutrition for survival and performance.

In contrast, holistic equine nutrition elevates the conversation to encompass the overall quality of life and well-being of the horse, integrating physical, emotional,

and environmental considerations into diet formulation.

Choosing between holistic equine nutrition and regular nutrition can significantly influence a horse's health and performance.

Holistic nutrition offers a more inclusive and mindful pathway, promoting not just survival but

thriving in all aspects of a horse's life.

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Reducing the risk of colic in your horse Provided by FEEDXL Colic – it’s a word that sends cold shivers up every horse owners’ spine, and for good reason.

Colic is the single biggest killer of horses worldwide.

With their gastrointestinal tract the way it is, horses are simply prone to developing all sorts of problems with their gut.

But…there are certain conditions that will increase the risk of colic.

So there are things we can do to reduce the risk of colic in horses.

Research presented at the European Equine Health & Nutrition Congress, March 2017 (by Lindroth et al) found the following areas of concern are key to reducing the risk of colic in horses: - Change of water source and/or a change of roughage more than twice (though the time period is not specific) doubled the risk of colic.

Horses fed concentrates three times per day had twice the risk of colic compared to horses not fed any concentrates (amounts were not specified though) Here is the really useful bit: For every 1 kg increase in roughage (forage) per 100 kg bodyweight fed per day, the risk of colic dropped by three times.

For every 1 kg increase in muesli feed (composition not specified but would think it contains grains) per 100 kg of bodyweight, the risk of colic increased by three times.

Which makes a whole lot of sense, given the more forage we feed and the less concen-

THE SIGNS OF COLIC

When you suspect colic in horses contact your vet. trate, the closer we are to a horse’s natural diet. And when we can keep them closer to their natural diet, their gut and overall health is almost always much better!

So more hay, less grain, less risk of colic!

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Colic in horses is a generic term that encompasses a combination of signs alerting to abdominal pain. It can vary from mild discomfort that resolves on its own to cases more serious that require emergency surgical intervention. It can affect horses of all ages and types.

There are several different types of colic in horses, all of which occur in the gastrointestinal tract.

They can be divided broadly into the following categories: Spasmodic Colic, Impaction Colic, Sand Colic, Intestinal Displacement & Gas Colic.

The signs of colic in horses vary from case to case, however, horses with colic display some of the following behaviours: Roll Sweat Rapid respiration Get up and down Curl their upper lip Backing into a corner Kick at their abdomen Lie down for long periods Repeatedly look at their flank Paw continuously or intermittently Fail to pass droppings for longer than 24 hours.

Stand in a stretched position as if trying to urinate If you are suspect that your horse may be showing signs of colic, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.

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Canterwell equine performance oils have a high omega-3 content and is safe choice for horses with laminitis, EMS and metabolic issues when fed correctly as it is sugar & starch free.

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Why Omega-3s Matter: Omega-3s have various health benefits, including anti-inflammatory effects and supporting skin and coat health, hoof health.

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Front line tool for breeding and health monitoring Supplied by MAGIC BREED When it comes to foaling, ontime human intervention - if needed - is crucial to ensure a successful outcome.

This also applies to horses after surgery or for detecting colic.

Magic Breed has earnt the trust of breeders and veterinarians as a crucial frontline tool.

This is a non-invasive approach for the animal, the pouch is small and lightweight attaching to the halter which tucks up underneath.

You will be alerted when the animal lays down, which would indicate foaling or a health issue, depending on which scenario you are monitoring.

This product was designed and manufactured here in Australia more than 40 years ago, starting with the original Magic Breed, this system has continued to service breeders for more than 30 years in Australia and New Zealand.

The Magic Breed pouch is small and lightweight and attaches to the halter

You can also monitor up to eight mares at the same time on the same Magic Breed system.

In recent years Magic Breed have moved with technology hence the birth of the Magic Breed Plus system, giving breeders a plethora of enhanced features.

They still support the original Magic Breed system, as there are still many systems going strong out there after 20-30 years of use.

No Wifi or phone service is required so no dropouts.

Magic Breed Plus's operating system works on a 917MHz frequency, providing it with greatly improved immunity to interference and superior range - 500m is no problem and in excess of 1km is possible. All you require is power to plug in the base station (receiver).

While this means that it won't work with the 27MHz antenna from the original Magic Breed system, we guarantee that the performance is so good that the external antenna won't be necessary.

You can also monitor up to eight mares at the same time

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If you need more, just add another receiver base.

If you have two locations on your property that you require to be alerted at, at the same time, we can accommodate that as well.

The addition of an LCD display on the Magic Breed Plus receiver provides a wealth of operator feedback.

This includes signal strength and battery level, along with individual identification for up to eight transmitters.

Your Magic Breed Plus foaling alarm kit is supplied in a polypropylene rubber sealed IPX7 water resistant rugged carry case for protection during storage, transportation, employs a UV resistant rubber seal to ensure dirt and moisture stay outside of the case and is shock absorbing.

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Magic Breed Plus, with its 100% solid state technology does not require regular servicing or adjustments.

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Tips on what to do feeding pregnant mares

By FEEDXL EQUINE NUTRITION TEAM Pregnant mares carry your hopes and dreams, be it for the next big champion or just a quiet riding companion.

Here are some tips for feeding pregnant mares to keep them healthy and breeding sound, strong and athletic foals: 1. DON’T LET MARES GET FAT Mares in their early stages of pregnancy don’t need many, if any additional calories than they needed when they weren’t in foal.

All mares are different, so to really know how much feed your pregnant mares need you should condition score regularly.

Pregnant mares should ideally be maintained at a condition score of 6 and should not be allowed to exceed a score of 7.

Having mares too fat can: - Reduce their milk production when they foal.

- Put unnecessary strain on their hooves and joints, making them heavy and uncomfortable.

- Lead to difficulty foaling (though this isn’t necessarily proven to occur).

- Make it difficult to fall pregnant again, particularly if a mare is forced to lose weight just prior to or immediately after foaling.

As mares progress through their pregnancy their requirement for energy and protein does increase, so you may find you need to feed additional feed to maintain their body condition score. For more information on Condition Scoring visit www.Feedxl.com 2. DON’T LET MARES GET SKINNY A pregnant mare shouldn’t be allowed to drop below a condition score of 5. Mares that are any lighter will fall away quickly after foaling, reducing the body energy and protein reserves for milk production and also switching off the reproductive cycles, making it difficult or impossible to get in foal again. If you notice their ribs becoming easier to feel or their topline and rump starting to fall away, you will need to increase the amount of feed they are getting. Because so

much room is taken up in the mare’s abdomen late in the pregnancy, you will likely need to feed high energy grains or high energy fibre feeds that use ingredients like sugarbeet pulp or soybean hulls to allow them to increase their energy intake enough to hold their body condition. High fat feeds are also useful for late pregnant mares.

3. MAKE SURE MINERAL AND VITAMIN REQUIREMENTS ARE MET Meeting the mineral and vitamin requirements of pregnant mares during early and late pregnancy is crucial to: - Promote the sound development of their foals.

- Prevent deficiencies like iodine that can affect the thriftiness and survival of newborn foals.

- Prevent problems in the mares like retained placenta and the associated laminitis.

- Maintain a strong immune system in the mare and foal.

- Maintain the long-term health and soundness of the mare for future reproduction.

While pregnant mares can often be maintained on good quality pasture with little additional feed, without supplementation of minerals, a pasture-only diet will almost certainly have quite dramatic deficiencies of copper and zinc and depending on the geographical location may also be very deficient in calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, iodine and selenium.

If the mare doesn’t receive the additional minerals she needs to support herself and

her growing foetus she will draw them from her own body reserves.

However if she is required to do this for many consecutive breeding seasons it will eventually have implications for both her and her future foals’ long-term health, soundness and athletic ability.

One study has shown that foals born to mares early in her breeding career have less structural problems than foals born later in that mare’s life, which may indicate that over consecutive pregnancies, mares can run out of reserves of minerals that directly impact the sound development of her foals.

FeedXL allows you to quickly and easily determine your mare’s requirements for these critical minerals as well as vitamins and helps you make sure the diet you are feeding is meeting her requirements through all stages of pregnancy.

4. FEED HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN During pregnancy a mare requires high quality protein to meet her own requirements and those of her growing foetus.

If the pasture your mare is on is of low quality (for example sub-tropical C4 Type pastures, or pasture that has matured, gone to seed or browned off), add some high quality alfalfa/lucerne hay to raise the quality of protein in the forage component of her diet.

5. MAKE THE MOST OF PASTURE IF YOU HAVE IT Pasture is an excellent source of energy and protein. Feeding a diet that relies largely on pasture has two main positive effects. The first is it will make for an economical diet, with pasture being one of your cheapest feeds available. Secondly, a high fibre diet will keep your mare’s gastrointestinal tract healthy, reducing the risk of problems like colic (something to be avoided in a pregnant mare).

To really know what is in your pasture and what your mare needs in her diet have your pasture tested and enter the results into your FeedXL account.

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Should I feed my horse from the ground?

By RANVET There has always been debate over the best way to feed your horse.

Is it best to feed on the ground or is a hanging feeder a better option?

Below we have a look at the pros and cons.

BENEFITS OF FEEDING ON THE GROUND: Horses graze naturally for hours a day with their heads at ground level, so this is their natural foraging habit.

Eating with their head down is the natural alignment for a horse spine.

This promotes a health respiratory system.

The grazing position allows the horse’s respiratory system to naturally drain helping to prevent unwanted health conditions.

It assists better digestion, chewing with their head at ground level promotes saliva production helping the digestive process.

Saliva also acts as a natural buffering agent to the stomach’s natural, but potentially harmful, acids.

This lowers the chance of choke for those horses that tend to eat a bit quick. Placing some larger rocks, bricks or even a salt lick block in the feeder can also help to slow down the fast eater.

Feeding on the ground can be essential for veterinary reasons as well. Horses that have recently had surgery or are prone to respiratory infections may have to be feed with a ground feeder, to allow proper drainage of their sinuses and respiratory tract.

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The use of hanging feeders may be essential in many circumstances

WHEN MAY A GROUND FEEDER NOT BE PRACTICAL? Ground feeders can tip over if you have a horse prone to putting their foot in their feeder and tipping it over Clip on feeders can be a better choice for use in stables and yards, so feeders aren’t getting knocked over or stepped on in smaller spaces.

In wet weather conditions, it can be a cleaner option to feed with a feeder on the fence to

help keep the feed up and out of the mud.

Fence feeders may be easier to move if you are doing a lot of paddock rotation.

No matter what type of feeder you use, it does seem over the long-term feeding on the ground is a better option for you horses’ health.

However, having the availability to use a hanging feeder on the fence or stable wall is a good option for some horses and in certain circumstances.

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Why Hay Cubes can a beneficial feed

By HI FORM AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Studies show that hay cubes can be beneficial for horses because they offer a consistent nutrient profile, reduced dust content, easier portion control, and can be particularly helpful for horses with respiratory issues due to their minimal dust particles, making them a good choice for research where standardized feeding is crucial; however, some research also notes that horses may eat hay cubes faster than long-stem hay, potentially leading to less chewing and potential digestive concerns depending on the horse's individual needs.

Uniform nutrient profile Little variation occurs from one load of forage cubes to another load of cubes, especially when they are from the same manufacturer. Most cubes are made to certain specifications and offered to the consumer with established nutrient values. Generally, manufacturers must provide guaranteed levels of protein, fat, and fiber.

Less forage wastage Horses generally clean up hay cubes more readily than they do conventional hay.

Because of their incredibly mobile lips, horses can easily separate the tender, palatable leaves from the stems in conventional hay.

The stems are sometimes deemed undesirable by horses and are frequently left behind. Feeding studies reveal that as much as 20% of conventional baled hay may be wasted when fed, and forage wastage can reach an alarming 40% when large round bales are provided to horses. Feeding hay cubes in a container, such as a bucket or tub, also keeps them from becoming trampled and unpalatable, though horses are likely to retrieve spilled cubes off the ground.

Portion control When feeding cubes, it is easier to control the amount of forage the horse consumes.

Horses should be fed by weight and not volume. Forage cubes make this more manageable because the weight of cubes is more consistent than the weight of traditional hay.

A bucket of cubes one day will weigh similarly to a bucket of cubes the following day.

On the contrary, four flakes of hay may weigh significantly more or less from one day to the next.

Weight of traditional hay depends on a variety of factors: size of flakes, density of flakes and type of hay (legumes tend to be heavier than grasses).

Less dust Hay cubes contain little dust, so they represent a healthy dietary choice for horses with respiratory problems such as heaves or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

(COPD) that are triggered and aggravated by environmental dust and particles. Even fleeting exposure to organic dusts can trigger bronchospasm and airway inflammation in affected horses and ponies, which leaves them with breathing difficulties.

Ease of storage Forage cubes are more dense than traditional baled hay. A 50-pound bag of hay cubes takes up far less space than a 50-pound bale of hay. Approximately three bags of hay cubes fit in the area of an average-sized, square bale of hay. Therefore, forage cubes are ideal for owners with limited forage storage space.

Will travel Because they are condensed, hay cubes are easier to take on the road. Horse owners can pack more of them in less space when traveling to horse shows, rodeos, parades, or trail rides. Using cubes for horses that travel frequently is a smart management technique, as cubes require less room, possibly avoiding a change of forage when away from home.

Chewable Horses grind long-stem hay with the teeth in the back of their mouths, called cheek teeth or molars. Horses sometimes have misalignment of their molars, which precludes them from properly masticating stemmy forages.

Hay cubes are easier for these horses to chew.

Cost On a pound-for-pound basis, hay cubes are more expensive than traditional hay.

Increased cost can be attributed to processing and expenses associated with shipping cubes from the point of production to the point of sale. The price of a 50-pound bale of top-notch alfalfa hay varies throughout the country, but likely does not come close to the cost of a 50-pound bag of alfalfa cubes.

Interestingly, pure alfalfa cubes are usually cheaper than timothy or alfalfa/timothy cubes.

Excessive intake Most horses cannot be given free choice access to cubes as they sometimes can with medium-quality long-stem hay.

Research has shown that voluntary intake of alfalfa cubes was much greater than for the same alfalfa fed as long-stem hay. Controlled feeding ensures that horses do not become overweight or incur digestive problems such as colic.

Palatability Most horses that refuse hay cubes do not have an issue with the taste of the cubes, but rather the texture. Some hay cubes are not designed to crumble easily.

Horses must bite them with their incisors, the teeth in the front of their mouths, and then advance the pieces to the rear of their mouths, usually with their tongues.

At first, some horses object to using their incisors for anything other than tearing pasture grass.

The majority of horses, however, have few problems in figuring out just how to break the cubes into bite-sized pieces.

Speed of intake Mature horses may finish a serving of hay cubes more quickly than an equal weight of traditional hay. Without as much “chew time” horses may become bored and look for other outlets in which to release pent-up energy. Therefore, horses should be given plenty of time to romp and wander in pastures as well as time under saddle or in harness, if appropriate.

Choke The incidence of choke or esophageal obstruction increases when cubes and pellets are fed. Often, however, choke has little to do with the feed form and is related more to the speed with which the feed is eaten.

Hay cubes are appropriate for horses of all ages. Depending upon the plants from which the cubes are made, they are even suitable for broodmares and young horses because of their high nutrient values for energy, protein, and calcium.

Feeding recommendations •Always feed by weight not volume.

•Horses require a minimum of 1.5% of body weight (kg) of forage per day.

•For example 4.5kg per day for a 300kg pony or 7.5kg for a 500kg horse.

•Forage requirements depend on pasture availability, horse’s weight, age, size, condition and work level.

•Fresh drinking water should always be available.

•Consult a qualified nutritionist to develop a complete feeding plan specifically for your horse.

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Radiographic proof in clinical results

By Dr ANDREW WATTS BVSc Equine Veterinarian

VETERINARY RADIOGRAPHIC REPORT

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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

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XXXXXXX was reshod today utilising off an alloy shoe with a toe clip - inner circumference seated out to avoid any sole pressure.

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Understanding different types of hay

BY LARISSA BILSTON (BAGRSC HONS), Equine Nutritionist, Farmalogic Hay and fresh grass are both essential forage sources for horses but they differ in their nutritional composition due to processing and storage methods.

These differences can significantly impact a horse's diet, particularly for those with conditions like laminitis. This article examines common types of hay, their nutritional profiles, and considerations for feeding specific horses.

Types of hay for horses Grass Hay Grass hay is the best substitute for pasture during drought, dry summers or for horses in stables, yards or kept on overgrazed paddocks.

- Meadow Hay is widely used in southern states and is made from various combinations of naturalised grasses and sometimes native grass and legume species. It varies widely in nutritional value, often providing moderate protein and energy.

- Ryegrass Hay is a palatable, nutrient-dense feed with moderate to high protein (12-18%) and energy levels. However, its high ethanol-soluble carbohydrate (ESC) and starch content makes it unsuitable for laminitic horses. In some regions, ryegrass may contain endophytes, which can cause health issues like ryegrass staggers.

- Rhodes Grass Hay is typically low in ESC and starch, making it a safe option for horses prone to laminitis, insulin resistance, or equine metabolic syndrome (EMS). Rhodes grass has a moderate protein content (8-12%) and high fibre, promoting digestive health.

Rhodes hay is a common type of grass hay available in northern states.

- Teff Hay has become a popular choice for metabolic or overweight horses. It is frequently low in sugars and starch, has moderate protein and typically is high in fibre.

However, like many warm-season grasses, it can contain moderate to high levels of

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oxalates, which may interfere with calcium absorption and contribute to conditions like nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism (NSH) or "big head disease" if fed long-term without calcium supplementation.

While it is palatable and digestible for most horses, testing for oxalate content and balancing the diet with calcium supplements is crucial when using Teff hay as a primary forage source.

- Jarra Hay is grown in the Northern Territory (NT) and is popular for its palatability with moderate protein (8-12%) and energy content. Jarra hay is low in oxalates, unlike many other tropical grasses such as Humidicola or Buffel grass. However, its nutrient levels can vary depending on maturity at harvest, so testing is recommended to ensure it meets the horse's dietary needs.

Cereal Hays - Oaten or barley hay is made from green oats/barley harvested before the grain matures. Cereal hays are commonly used in Australia but should not be the sole forage source for horses without grazing. They are highly palatable and provide moderate energy and protein (5-10%) but are often high in carbohydrates, unsuitable for metabolic horses. Quality can vary widely depending on plant maturity and seed fill at harvest.

- Straw is made from the dry stems of a mature cereal crop (wheat, oats, barley or

rice) cut and baled after the grain has been harvested. It is high in fibre but low in protein (2-5%) and energy. Straw is sometimes recommended for weight loss, used to substitute up to 50% of hay intake but its sugar and starch content can vary, so testing is recommended before feeding.

Legume Hay Legume hays are richer in protein and energy than grass hays, making them ideal for topping up the diets of performance horses, growing foals, and lactating mares.

- Lucerne Hay is the most popular legume hay fed to Australian horses. It is nutrientdense with high quality protein (16-25%) and calcium levels.

It is usually low in ESC and starch, making it a suitable source of quality protein for horses with metabolic issues. Whilst beneficial in many horse diets, lucerne should be limited to 20% of the total daily intake. For horses with a sensitive gut, lucerne's richness can lead to digestive upset.

- Clover Hay has a high protein content (1520%) and is often baled as a ryegrass and clover mix for cattle. Clover hay can be too rich for horses and some contains phytoestrogens or mycotoxin producing endophyte fungi. It should only be used strategically in small quantities to boost protein and calcium levels.  Continued page 17

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Know the importance of feed testing  From Page 16 The nutritional value of hay is influenced by plant species, maturity at harvest, and growing conditions. Key nutrients to test for include: * Digestible Energy (DE (horse)) is a value given in MJ/kg, an indicator of the amount of 'fuel' the hay contains. Younger, leafier and cool-season pasture hays (such as ryegrass) are higher in energy than hay from mature (stalkier) plants and warm-season species. * Carbohydrates. Water Soluble Carbohydrates (WSC) include simple sugars (monosaccharides such as glucose and fructose; and disaccharides such as sucrose and maltose), short-chain polysaccharides (oligosaccharides and fructooligosaccharides), and fructans.

Ethanol Soluble Carbohydrates (ESC) measures only simple sugars and short-chain polysaccharides. Starch is a carbohydrate made up of complex polysaccharides which are digested in the foregut. Hay high in ESC and starch increase the risk of laminitis due to their influence on blood insulin levels. * Crude Fibre (CF%) is an indicator of the total amount of indigestible fibre in the hay.

This is fermented by microbes and is an important component of gut health.

Acid Detergent Fibre (ADF) measures cellulose and lignin levels whilst Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF) measures cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin. Hay made from more mature plants is usually stalkier, and higher in indigestible fibre. * Protein (CP%) supports muscle development, body maintenance and overall health.

While high quality protein is essential for young, growing horses, broodmares and horses in intense work, excess protein can lead to unnecessary nitrogen excretion, which stresses the kidneys.

Lucerne is considered a quality protein source for horses because it is rich in the amino acids that horses are lacking. * Mineral level analysis of hay, especially when it forms a dominant part of the diet, ensures supplement requirements can be

accurately calculated. Look for analysis of the macrominerals: calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, sodium, chloride, potassium and key trace or microminerals: iron, copper, zinc, selenium, iodine and manganese.

Plant maturity at harvest The maturity of plants at the time of harvest is a significant factor affecting hay quality.

Leafy Hay (Early-Maturity) - Plants harvested at an earlier stage of growth retain more leaves than stems, which are richer in nutrients.

- Early-maturity hay has higher protein and digestibility but lower fibre, making it more energy-dense.

Mature Hay (Late-Maturity) - Plants allowed to grow to full maturity have more stems and seed heads. This results in lower protein but higher fibre. The energy content depends on the amount of filled seed heads (grain) and remaining leaf.

- Mature hay is often coarser and less digestible but may be better for horses requiring low-calorie diets, such as those at risk of laminitis, provided the carbohydrate levels are in the safe range.

Safe hay for laminitis-prone horses Metabolic dysregulation (insulin resistance) is the primary cause of laminitis, which is triggered a spike in blood insulin caused by eating food high in sugar and starch. Forage for horses prone to laminitis requires constant, detailed attention to sugar and starch

levels.

1. Ideally, choose hay which has been analysed and has a combined ESC + Starch value of less than 10%.

2. Avoid high production grasses such as ryegrass and do not feed cereal (oaten, barley, wheaten) hay.

3. If carbohydrate levels of hay are unknown, soak in warm water for 30 minutes or cold water for 60 minutes to remove soluble sugars.

Drain and discard soak water before feeding.

Soaking hay can reduce water soluble carbohydrates by up to 30%.

Rhodes grass and teff hays generally have lower carbohydrate levels than cereal hays.

Some meadow hay can be suitable, although this varies based on species, growing conditions, and harvest timing (hay cut in the late afternoon is higher in energy than early morning cuts).

Factors to consider when buying hay 1. Nutrient analysis - where possible buy in bulk and test hay to ensure it meets the specific nutritional needs of your horse. Some large hay sellers provide test results for each batch of hay.

2. Visual and physical inspection - look for some green colour (indicating freshness) and a sweet smell. Avoid hay with mould, dust, or foreign objects.

3. Horse-specific needs - match hay type to your horse's workload, age, health condition, and metabolic status, taking into consideration the nutrient balance of the rest of the diet (pasture, hard feed and supplements).

Conclusion Hay is a cornerstone of equine diets, providing essential fibre and nutrients when horses lack fresh pasture.

However, its nutritional value varies widely, and careful selection is key to meeting a horse's specific needs.

Compared to fresh grass, hay contains lower levels of water, vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids as these are lost during drying and storage, making supplementation essential.

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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.

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.

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What makes Rose-Hip Vital Equine stand out in a cluttered market?

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MAY 3-5 County Saddlery Interschool Qld SEQ Regional Championships 24 Combined Training /Show Horse @ Jimboomba 27 Clermont Show IQ Jumping Tag On 30-1 Darling Downs & SWQ Regional Champs 31-2 Capricornia Regional Champs JUNE 7-8 Warwick Horse Trials 30-4 IQ State Championships @ Toowoomba

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POLO/ POLOCROSSE

www.polocrosse.com.au MAY 17-18 Lance Shepherd Memorial 24-25 NSW Polocrosse championships 24-25 Larapinta JUNE 7-8 Cooke O'Leary Cup 13-14 Noosa Country Polo

PONY CLUB

www.pcansw.org.au www.ponyclubqld.com.au www.ponyclubvic.org.au www.ponyclub.asn.au MAY 11 Gympie PC Dressage & C Training 18 Mooloolah PC Combined Training JUNE 20-22 State Dressage & Showriding Championships @ Grafton

REINING

www.reiningaustralia.com.au MAY 3-4 SQRHA Show Dalby 3-4 SNSWRHA Show 24-25 QRHA Ribbon Show QSEC 30-1 Jackpot show @ Gatton

RODEO

www.nationalrodeoassociation.com.au www.prorodeo.com.au www.pbraustralia.com.au MAY 3 Grass Roots Murphy's Creek Bull Ride 4 Kingaroy 4 Dayboro 10 Nambour 10 Mundubbera Bull Ride 16 Nebo Rodeo 17 Callide Valley 17 Gympie Show 23 Fraser Coast Show Bull Ride 23 Brookfield Show - Bull Ride 23 Durack Civil Autumn Rodeo Goomeri 24 Collinsville 24 Chinchilla Show 30 Bundaberg Show Bull Ride 31 Stanthorpe 31 Casino Beef Week 31 Clermont JUNE 6-8 Bowen River Extreme Broncs 14 Blackstump Bonanza

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TRAIL RIDING & CTR Australian Trail Horse Riders Association 0418 438 807 www.athra.com.au Alligator Creek 0407 117 998 Beaudesert Shire 0429 443 237 Beechmont & District 0419 737 253 Bouldercombe 0418 715 837 Breakaway 0408 712 851 Brisbane Valley 0428 750 145 Border Country Trail Riders 0409 224 605 Cairns Trail Horse Club 0408 727 616 Calen Trail & Sports Club 0412 804 974 Cooloola Trail riders Ph 07 5482 8436 CTHC-Caboolture ph 07 5498 6068 Curtis & District 0438 111 091 Dayboro Trail Riders to 0432 186 200 Email - dayboro.trailriders@gmail.com Ipswich & District 0457 881 012 Logan River Redlands 0418 715 786 Mudgeeraba & Hinterland 0407 902 754 Nth West Qld Trail Riders 0429 309 280 Rathdowney Trail Riding 07 5544 1177 Richmond River Trail Horse Riders Club 0447 668 953 / rrthrc@gmail.com Saturday Horse Activities 0408 361 215 SCATER www.scater.com.au Ph: 07 5478 8676 or 0417 612 061 Somerset Trail Riding Club - 0418 438 807 Sunny Coast Trail Club - 0428 176 557 Tweed-Byron Trail Riders 0418 400 047 Toowoomba Trail Riders 0419 614 426 Toowoomba's Cumburrie 0429 663 397 Trail Riding Australia 0458 342 067 Wide Bay Trail Riders 07 4126 3456

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MACLEAN SHOW

Supreme Rider - Anastasia Blanch Abbey Moran with judges Meike Bigg, Rachael Spring and Kylie Senter

Champion Open Galloway Tremayne Royal Opera & Charlee Anthony

Champion OTT exhibited by Cassie Schmidt

Supreme Ridden Pony Breed Braefoot Park Silkflower

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The Horse Report TOOWOOMBA ROYAL SHOW

Reserve Champion Adult Rider Charlee Anthony & Tremayne Dance With Me

Reserve Champion Junior Mini Childs Pony Palmerston Rosie & Cody Want

Supreme Junior Rider Anastasia Blanch with Judge Kim Durante

Champion Hunter Pony Bamborough Superstitious

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Supreme Open Hack Regal Replica ridden by Rhyse Stanley

Champion ASH Hack Wundurra Top Secret & Vanessa Bunting

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Allbreeds Weanling Futurity winner Brindells Lady Vixen

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The Horse Report Better performance might be beneath your horse’s hooves Provided by EQUINEPURE PELLETS Every rider knows that nutrition, training and well-fitting tack contribute to a horse’s performance—but what about their bedding?

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Because impurities in bedding—dust, mould spores, synthetic fillers—can quietly compromise your horse’s respiratory health, hoof condition and overall well-being.

A horse that’s uncomfortable or struggling with low-grade health issues won’t train or perform at their best.

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That means cleaner stables, healthier horses and happier riders.

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The best part - it’s incredibly efficient.

Less waste, quicker muck-outs and longerlasting bedding mean you’ll spend more time in the saddle and less time mucking.

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And it’s great to use in floats when travelling bedding be the weak link in your horse’s care. Choose EquinePure Pellets and rest to minimise road vibration, leg fatigue and easy because you have given your horse the splashback. cleanest, healthiest foundation to thrive on.

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Tips on maintaining your arena surface

By TODD CUNNINGHAM Equestrian Land Developments When addressing your arena surface, I recommend using the flat side of an ELD Arena Spread-a-bar for everyday use.

The tined side can be used when your Arena Surface may have become compacted or requires loosening up.

Offset your ELD Arena Spread-abar ® to one side of your towing vehicle to ensure you are able to get right up to the edge of your arena.

Each time you use your ELD Arena Spreada-bar® start in a different corner of the arena, by placing the ELD Arena Spread-abar® in the corner, you will drag out any built-up surface..

Start about ½ a metre in from the arena edge during the first round.

This will help to fill in the trench that often occurs around the outside track of the arena.

As you come around again you can then run the ELD Arena Spread-a-bar® up against the edge of your arena.

The ELD Arena Spread-a-bar® is weighted and in-filled.

This design will also pick up surface in heavier areas and distribute it to areas that have less.

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It is recommended to try different patterns each arena maintenance session.

Big circles to help even out ruts along the sides.

Small half arena size circles will help distribute sand if the arena has developed high and low spots. Working in figure 8 patterns to even out sections of deep footing and bare areas.

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Slashing can help improve pasture health Slashing horse pastures, which involves cutting down tall grass and vegetation, can be a useful management practice for improving pasture health and evenness.

It can help control weeds, reduce unpalatable grass, and encourage more palatable, new growth, especially when combined with rotational grazing and proper manure management.

However, it's crucial to consider timing, potential impacts on weeds and the overall health of the pasture before and after slashing.

Here's a more detailed look at the pros and cons of slashing horse pastures: BENEFITS: Improved pasture evenness: Slashing can help even out grazing pressure and prevent areas from becoming overgrazed while others remain ungrazed.

Weed control: Regular slashing can reduce the flowering, seedset, vigor and density of weed infestations.

Reduced unpalatable grass: Slashing can help to reduce the amount of rank, unpalatable grass, encouraging the growth of more desirable, palatable grasses.

Enhanced nutrient cycling: After slashing, the cut grass and other debris can be left on the ground to decompose, enriching the soil with nutrients.

Increased green pasture regrowth: Slashing can remove dead standing pasture, allowing sunlight to penetrate and stimulating new growth, which can lead to improved animal performance.

Remote controlled machines like the AutoSlasher allows mowing of steep slopes of up to 60 degrees.

POTENTIAL DOWNSIDES AND CONSIDERATIONS: Weed seed spread: Slashing flowering or seeding plants can spread weed seeds.

So its best to slash before plants are in flower and avoid the spread of seeds Over-slashing: Cutting grass too short can reduce leaf area and potentially stress the plant.

Soil degradation: In some cases, repeated slashing can remove some of the valuable topsoil, especially if done in wet conditions or without proper soil management practices.

Cost and labor: Slashing can be costly in terms of fuel, equipment maintenance, and labor.

The conventional tractor and slasher is great for mowing large paddocks.

Potential for increased weeds: Some weeds can thrive in disturbed areas, so slashing might not be the best solution for paddocks with weed problems.

Proper timing: Slashing should ideally be done before the grass becomes too mature and unpalatable, and after the pasture has been rested.

Other things to consider : Rotational grazing, manure management (including pickup and compost), and proper fertilization can also help provide better and more sustainable pasture management.

Slashing can be a valuable tool in horse pasture management, but it's important to consider all aspects of pasture management and use it strategically as part of a broader management plan that prioritizes pasture health, weed control, and the overall well-being of the horses

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Connection via trust and communication

By TANJA KRAUS Connection is often misunderstood as being "wishy washy" or "woo woo" or for the 'snowflakes'.

Connection as I see it is built on a mutual trust, which in turn is built on each party feeling confident in the others actions.

Be it in a human to human relationship, or a human and horse or human and dog, as we spend time with each other, we build an ability to 'predict' or at the very least anticipate the others behaviour or actions in certain circumstances. Im sure you could tell me that if a balloon popped nearby, what the reaction of your partner, horse and dog would be.

But predictability doesn't always build trust. In fact if you are keeping company that is reactive and unstable, you may be able to predict a reaction, but that reaction isnt necessarily one that makes you feel safe.

So connection is built on not only the predictability of the actions of the person / horse / human, but in turn how those actions make you feel - safe or unsafe.

So if we want to connect with our

horses, we need to learn how to be predictable in a way that builds confidence, that builds our horses trust and their desire to turn to us in times of stress.

This begins with a set of boundaries, or consistent "rules".

No relationships can build trust if there aren't 'rules' that each person (or horse or dog) is following.

I have several basic boundaries that all horses in my presence must adhere to - Don't crowd me, dont take my hand, dont put your head over my head, dont rub on me, and dont push me - this is consistent for all horses, everywhere, and through these boundaries the horse learns that he is in a safe space.

I also uphold a set of boundaries for myself, as I relate to the horse - I wont pull on a horse, I wont be agressive towards a horse, I wont crowd a horse, I will listen.

I can establish these 2 way boundaries in a matter of minutes, and this gives me and any horse I work with a great starting point to work from.

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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

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2025 QLD RIDING PONY OF THE YEAR SUNDAY 25 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

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MALENY SHOW The friendly Maleny Agricultural Show will be held on Friday 30th May and Saturday 31st May 2025. The schedule can be viewed on our new Website www.malenyshowsociety.org.au You can download Horse Health Decs ,Waivers and view details for Camping and Yards which are available on the grounds.

Competitors can nominate online through www.nominate.com.au or on the day at the Horse Nomination Ring Office.

Friday classes include Led Breeds, Ridden, Local and District Rider Classes. Saturday classes are Hack and Rider classes, Harness and a full Minature Horse Program. Show Jumping is continuous across the two days. The Official Ring has increased prize money and the Unofficial Ring will run with height classes.

2 days of family friendly FREE entertainment, so once you pay admission there is much to see and do. Early bird online gate admission tickets are now on sale via our website.

Our big news this year is that we are hosting a wedding at the show, on Saturday 31st May. The lucky couple are exchanging vows at 10.30am in the entertainment arena and would love to invite you all to attend!

Farmer Dave is joining us this year, as well The Outback Jack Spectacular Show, Eljay with his bikes and stunts, Dinosaur Adventure Park with robotic dinosaurs and a free fossil dig zone. A wildlife enclosure will be free to enter where you can get up close with native wildlife and cuddle a koala, as well as reptile shows, free train rides, whipcracking, Gem Fossicking and much more.

The Country Star Search Competition is back again running over both days of the show, so come get your country music on, and our woodchoppers are in action all day Saturday 31st.

For further information head to our website or email: secretary@malenyshowsociety.org.au

Yearling, 2 year old and 3 year old Sweepstakes Futurities with cash prize pools Senior led and ridden program for Show Pony, Show Hunter and Overheight exhibits SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE Enquiries to Qld RPSBS Secretary Emily Hyland - 0421 776 908 email: rpsbsqld@outlook.com

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The Horse Report NNSW SHOW HORSE ASSOCIATION The NNSW Show Horse Association will be holding quite a few events for their members in 2025.

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 in Septermber over 3 days on Friday 19 saturday 20 and sunday 21 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.

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Exciting new book release: Back in the Saddle

By CYNTHIA TERELST Back in the Saddle captures love, loss, and life on a horse breeding farm.

The book is a heartfelt secondchance romance set against the backdrop of Australia's thoroughbred breeding industry.

Horses, heartache, and hopethese are at the core of Cynthia Terelst's latest novel, set on a working thoroughbred breeding farm in the Hunter Valley.

This deeply emotional secondchance romance offers readers not just a love story, but an authentic glimpse into the highs and lows of rural life and the horse breeding industry.

Back in the Saddle is the first book in Terelst's new Diamond Firetail Farm series, which blends real-world equestrian experiences with heartfelt storytelling.

Inspired by her daughter's work as a horse midwife, Terelst captures the intensity of foaling season, the challenges of managing a breeding farm, and the emotional stakes of those whose lives revolve around horses.

The book focuses on Ciaron and Taylor Murphy who have built their lives around their family and their horses but somewhere along the way, their marriage took a back seat to the demands

of the farm.

Taylor's world revolves around Diamond Firetail Farm.

As drought conditions worsen and foaling season promises sleepless nights, she pushes herself to the brink, determined to keep the generational business afloat.

Ciaron carries the weight of their family. He works alongside Taylor on the farm and raises their children, while also, quietly wondering where their love went.

When Ciaron walks away, it isn't because he stopped loving her it's because he felt forgotten.

But their children aren't ready to give up. Their scheme to bring Ciaron back into the family home forces the couple to confront their shared past, their mistakes, and the question of whether love can survive hardship.

"Running a horse farm isn't a job - it's a way of life," Terelst explains.

"It's early mornings, long nights, and a love for horses that runs as deep as the roots of the land.

But what happens when that love for the farm eclipses the love between two people? That's the question at the heart of this story."

Back in the Saddle doesn't just

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- Drought & Financial Strain: How environmental challenges like water scarcity and rising costs test both the farm and personal relationships.

- Legacy & Sacrifice: The weight of generational expectations and the personal sacrifices required to keep a farm running.

"Readers will walk away not only with a love story but with a genuine appreciation for the people behind the pedigrees,"

Terelst said.

What readers are saying: "As someone raised on a farm, this tugged at my heart. The pressures of drought and keeping the animals fed are real.

I really enjoyed this story."

"This story is captivating. I felt the devastation of the drought and rooted for them to find their way back to each other."

"Watching these leads learn about life, love, and themselves was a treat. I learned so much about ranch life and the horse industry!"

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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 EA 2023 Champion Childs Northern NSW Hack Championships 2023 Grand National Top 10 Childs Large Show Hunter Pony 2023 1st Show Hunter Gelding EKKA 2024. Many Champions, Reserves & Supremes at Ag shows Placed at every Royal he’s been entered in.

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Rosegate Serenade

Price: $ 50,000.

14.1 hh Reg: EA | SHC | RPSB Black Mare Sire: Royalwood Boy Soprano Dam: Solitary Bird Multi Royal Show, EA National and Grand National, winner.

2024 EA Nationals 3rd Small Hunter Galloway 2024 Melbourne Royal Reserve Champion Hunter Galloway 2024 Grand Nationals Child’s Large hunter pony winner 2023 EA Large Hunter pony winner 2023 Adelaide Royal Show Champion Hunter Pony 2023 Adelaide Royal Showgrounds Champion Childs Hunter Pony ‘Poppy’, 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 EA Nationals 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

Malibu Park Top Class Price: $ 20,000.

14.1 7/8 hh Reg: EA, EV, SHCV, RPSB, APSB Bay Gelding YOB: 2019 Sire: LLanarth Top Cat Dam: Malibu Park French Kitten Patch - is a great child’s show galloway.

He is great in led classes multi championships, has done all Royals & HOTY shows. Patch is easy to do anything with.

Fully qualified for all 2025 Royals.

Contact: Sharon Ph 0477 157 638

Bon Garcon

Ollie "Calibre

Price: $ POA. 16.2 hh Reg: Thoroughbred Brown Gelding YOB: 2015 Sire: Bachelor of Duke Dam: Fille du Jour

Price: $6,000. Price Updated!

16.3 ½ hh Reg: SHC Liver Chestnut Gelding Sire: Tale of the Cat Dam: Shalimar Lara

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.

A beautifully schooled, exceptional Rider class and Childs' mount that requires little work down.

Perfect to hack out, lead others off, beach, roads, float, truck. A delight 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

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 SHCWA Classic 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

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Gracedale Bracken

Price: $POA. 10.1 ¼ hh Reg: Shetland -APSB EAWA Show Horse Council of Australia Black Gelding Sire: Gracedale Brigadier Dam: Millwood Beattie Beau

Grandchester Victoria Secret

Price: $ 30,000.

13.0 hh Reg: Riding Pony Black Mare Sire: Royalwood Boy Soprano Dam: Willowcroft Regal Secret

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 SHC Gosnells Masters (GN Qualifier ) Champion Child's Shetland EWA HOTY Champion Child's Shetland EWA Winter Gala Champion Child's Shetland 2023 SHC WA HOTY Childs Shetland Winner EA WA HOTY Winner Childs Shetland WINNER Gosnells Masters Childs Shetland WON the Shetland Pony Race at Ascot Racecourse WON the Shetland Pony race at Toodyay Racecourse Won the EAWA HOTY Shetland 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

13hh, Black riding pony mare, 2012. Sire - Royalwood boy Soprano and out of Willowcroft Regal Secret (Champion pony Sydney royal show) the time has come for Vicki to find her next rider. Unfortunately I have made the decision to step back from showing due to uni commitments which means some of our favourites need to find a new home.

In a short 12 months of being shown Vicki has excelled with a long list of wins.

- Champion open pony Toowoomba royal show 2024 - Qualified for Grand National - Winner open pony and open pony mare at Brisbane Royal show 2024 - Winner open pony mare Melbourne Royal show 2024 Vicki possess all the attributes of a top show pony. She would suit someone looking for success at the highest level. She has an affectionate personality and sensible nature. Ridden by a 11 year old for the last 12months. She is also a proven breeder with already producing one foal before starting her showing career.

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Greenwood Ballerina

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

Contact: Therese Humphreys Ph 0448 859 633

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.

Contact: Amaline Ph: 0490 314 643

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