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Australia 13th in Para -Dressage in Tokyo

By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA Australia finished in 13th position in the Team competition at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games on a score of 206.458% as the Team competition concluded with the Grade V and Grade IV divisions at Baji Koen Equestrian Park.

The competition was run over two days, starting with the athletes from Grades I, II and III performing first, leaving Grades IV and V to seal the fate of each country.

While qualified Teams competing at the Games can have up to four Athletes taking part in the competition, for the Team Event only three athletes per team are allowed to be nominated to compete, meaning there is no drop score.

Representing Australia in the Team competition was: Grade III – Emma Booth and Zidane Grade IV – Sharon Jarvis and Romanos Grade V – Amelia White and Genius Each of the Australian combinations did an outstanding job, displaying their ability to compete under difficult conditions on the world's greatest sporting stage.

On the opening evening, Emma Booth and Zidane were Australia's first combination in the arena, and despite a few small errors, the duo earned 68.000% in the Grade III class.

"It wasn’t our best performance.

I made an error of course which obviously at this level you just can’t afford to be doing and that

Australia finished 13th in the Para-Dressage Team competition at Tokyo 2020 Photo byJon Stroud

along with a few other little mistakes afterwards the score just wasn’t up where it needed to be.

But you know we went out and did the job and I think did the best we could given the situation,” Emma said.

“Afterwards it is hard to keep your mind really focused after they have rung the bell early on in the test."

Amelia White and Genius were the second pair to complete the Team Test, opening day two of competition in the Grade V division.

Amelia and Genius looked stunning in the main arena throughout the duration of their test and secured a score of 70.558%, just less than 1% behind their Personal Best score.

"He was really good, I think he definitely improved on the score from the previous test which was a goal,” Amelia said. “:I think there is always more in the tank and I think if you ask me if I am happy the answer is

career, a decision Sharon had made prior to embarking on her Tokyo 2020 campaign.

Sharon and the 19-year-old gelding Romanos, who is owned by Donnella Merrett, danced their way through their final test to score 67.900%.

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never 100%, but where we are now and to have these scores here I am really happy with that."

However, it was Sharon Jarvis and Romanos who delivered an emotionally charged performance which marked the final Paralympic ride of Sharon’s

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Emotional end to Paralympic career From page 3 Sharon made history at Tokyo by becoming the only Paraequestrian athlete to represent Australia at three Games, and it is on this note that Sharon has made the decision to retire from international competition.

"The part that makes it a lot harder is that I made a choice before Tokyo that this would be my last Games, so that was my last ride at a Paralympics," Sharon said.

“The Paralympics have given me so much, I was a bit lost during my teenage years and didn’t know where I belonged.”

“When I found the Paralympics I suddenly belonged to a family that was incredibly inclusive.”

When reflecting on her Paralympic career Sharon said she hopes that she has been able to inspire others, even if just one person, to follow their dreams, no matter what that dream is.

At the conclusion of the test, the three-time Paralympian was visibly emotional, and spoke of her bond with her horse Romanos

Sharon Jarvis & Romanos. Photo credit: Jon Stroud Media

and thanked his owner, who had given her the opportunity to ride such a wonderful horse at her final Paralympic Games.

“After Tokyo he will be returned to his owners, it’s very emotional as I’ve absolutely loved riding him,” she said.

“We have had a wonderful two years together, where I have

been able to improve my skills and learn so much.”

Sharon has no plans to leave the sport she loves entirely in the future, and she aims to give back to the sport by working as the EA High Performance ParaEquestrian Pathways Coordinator.

Stefanie Maraun, EA Para-

Equestrian Manager, was proud of the overall performance of all combinations throughout the Team competition.

“With the conclusion of the Team competition, I would like to congratulate all three riders on their performances, which has put Australia into thirteenth position,” she said.

“The Australian riders held their own against some world-class combinations competing in Tokyo.

“These performances couldn’t be achieved without all the support teams behind each of these riders, so a congratulations must also be extended to all those involved in getting the combinations to this point.

“I would also like to acknowledge the incredible achievement of Sharon Jarvis, making history to become the only Para-equestrian athlete to represent Australia on three occasions and to wish her well in her future.

We are lucky that Sharon will continue to inspire and contribute to Para-equestrian sport in Australia.”

How do you communicate with a Para Dressage horse?

Supplied by FEI The unique bond between a horse and human, are important factors for success in elite equestrian sports.

But what does this mean exactly for Para Dressage athletes competing at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games?

While able-bodied Dressage athletes use a combination of hand, leg, and weight signals to communicate with their horses, some Para Dressage athletes require the use of compensating aids to make up for the physical or sensory limitation resulting from their disabilities.

“Walking the way that I do is normal for me and so when I learned to ride, I also learnt in a way that was normal for me,” five time gold medallist Natasha Baker (GBR) said.

“As I have minimal feeling from my hips down, my legs just hang when I'm on a horse, and they naturally follow the movement of the horse. When you see my legs moving, that's not me.

It’s a completely involuntary movement.

“This is the reason why I have to train my horses to different aids and am reliant on my voice. I train my horses to the smallest Page 4

of noises or words so they know exactly what I'm asking.

“It can be a simple sound so they know that I want to go more forward or a command like ‘trot’ under my voice, and they know exactly what I mean.”

While there is a broad range of movement that is standard for able-bodied Dressage athletes, Para Equestrians have to find and develop their own style of communication with their horse in order to compensate for their unique disabilities.

Where necessary, athletes are allowed to use a variety of special equipment and aids which include specially designed saddles that assist the athlete with balance and support.

Also permitted are the use of elastic bands to keep feet in stirrups, whips in each hand and adapted reins.

In the case of Laurentia Tan from Singapore who developed cerebral palsy and profound deafness after birth, she relies on people to tell her when the music begins and ends and has a greater dependency on feeling in order to communicate with her horse.

“I can ride different horses but I must have my own customised

looped reins, which are important partly because they are customised to the way I hold them,” Tan explained.

“But the reins, which are the connection between my hands and the horse’s mouth, are like a telephone line which make my conversation with my horse soft, steady and ‘elastic’.

“This contact is different depending on the horse I ride and is absolutely essential for me to bring out their best performance.

“I am also sensitive to the feeling through my seat which facilitates the conversation between me and my horse. I can execute a good square halt through my seat. I can feel when my horse does a perfect straight square halt under me and when to give a correction if one leg is out of place.”

As other Para Dressage athletes will attest, learning to interpret their horses’ body language is one of the keys to a successful sporting relationship.

But training a horse to adapt and respond to the use of compensating aids also plays an important role in the development of the horse and athlete connection.

“Before a horse is ridden by a Para Athlete, it is first trained by an able-bodied rider with classic training aids and then retrained to adapt to the athlete’s disability,” Team USA’s Head of Para Equestrian Coach Development and High Performance Michel Assouline said.

“The horse is trained to what the person does not have. So if an athlete does not have the full use their legs for example, the horse will be trained to receive cues and signals with a series of taps given through a compensating aid, instead of the legs. An athlete can also learn to use their voice and seat to communicate with their horse.

“For athletes who are unable to use their legs, a tap becomes like a conductor’s baton, which signals to the horse when they should move.

“An able-bodied trainer will usually begin this process and will train the horse by not using their legs, but with the tapping. So by the time the athlete takes over, the horse is already aware of what these cues represent. On average it takes around six months to a year for the horse to be truly confident and trustworthy.”

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Wolf teeth and what to do with them

By SAMANTHA GUNTER, AEDP Wolf teeth, are often a question of concern in owners of young horses.

The general consensus is that your young horse should have them removed before breaking.

However, I will outline exactly why this thought process exists and why it isn’t always the best course of action.

Firstly, what are wolf teeth and why do they exist in our horses?

Wolf teeth are the remains of the ancient horse’s first premolar.

Ancient fossils tell us that horses used to have seven molars with which to grind.

This is attributed to the fact that the horse used to survive primarily in forest landscapes and eat bush-like food, much more like goats and sheep.

When they migrated onto the plains and started consuming rougher grasses, their molars compensated by becoming bigger and flatter- making it easier to grind the rough grasses of their new landscape.

Their first premolar became somewhat obsolete and today’s tiny wolf tooth is the result of this evolvement.

Nowadays the wolf tooth pokes through just in front of the horse’s first premolar by the age of one and they are completely useless to the horse’s masticatory needs. About 70% of horses will get wolf teeth, sometimes two (bilateral), sometimes only one (unilateral).

They can be found most often in the upper jaw, but the occasional horse will also develop them in their lower jaw, however, this is much more rare.

Blind wolf teeth refer to wolf teeth that develop under the gum and never erupt.

So, why are these little teeth a problem and what will your dentist do about them?

The consensus up until now has been to remove all wolf teeth in bitted horses.

Wolf teeth are sensitive teeth, sitting in innervated gum and often with very little root hold-

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The main problem associated with wolf teeth is their interference with the bit, hence why they are requested to be removed.

ing them in place.

In fact, if wolf teeth are not extracted, a lot of wolf teeth will eventually fall out around the age of 10, give or take.

The main problem associated with wolf teeth is their interference with the bit.

When a bit is in the horse’s mouth, it shouldn’t touch the premolars unless pulled dramatically back in the mouth.

Racing and polo stables tend to routinely remove all wolf teeth before breaking due to the nature of the sport- involving quite hard hand-to-mouth contact which can pull the bit back so as to contact the teeth.

In pleasure and other sport horses, however, a new approach is slowly being adopted.

When any tooth erupts in the horse’s mouth, the longer it has to erupt, the easier and kinder it is to extract.

For example, pulling a molar out of a five-year-old will be a much bigger and intrusive job than pulling it out of a 25-year- old.

The same principle exists for wolf teeth and it is this concept that is making some qualified

dentists rethink the previous ‘extract-every-wolf-tooth’ practise.

Every horse is different and every wolf tooth is different.

In today’s equine dentistry world, the phrase ‘less-is-more’ is being practised increasingly often.

As with the grinding of the sharp points, the less your dentist can intrude with the horse’s natural grinding surface, the better. Remembering that this industry is relatively young, new information and concepts are being discussed and researched all the time.

Therefore, what was once the assumed practice of pulling wolf teeth out of every horse is now being replaced by a case-by-case analysis.

If a young horse is going to be broken and the impact of their wolf teeth is negligible in regards to the contact this horse will have with the bit, then leaving the wolf teeth a little longer will only make the entire process less invasive for the horse.

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From page 5 Especially if the horse is likely to be broken, then left for a while, less is definitely more when it comes to extracting teeth from a young horse’s mouth.

While it is a known consequence that wolf teeth can affect the ridden horse, more often then not their removal can be left until a slightly older age, by which time the teeth will be fully erupted and relatively easy to remove.

This is something I discuss with each individual owner, explaining the pros and cons of both courses of action and in most cases owners are happy to leave the tooth to mature a bit more.

A young horse should be seen by a qualified dentist every six months, at which point the state of the wolf teeth in question, the amount of work the horse is doing, and the behaviours of the horse under saddle are all re-evaluated.

Dentistry is now more than ever an industry of horsemen and women evaluating the best course of action for your individual horse.

There is no hard and fast answer when it comes to wolf teeth, just many individual cases that need to be considered as such.

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Creating the winning glow of inner health

By LARISSA BILSTON, BAgrSc (Hons 1), Animal Nutritionist, Farmalogic Producing a show horse in optimal health with a natural gleam of inner health does not happen overnight or by accident.

It takes expert attention to detail, focusing on the daily diet, gut health, grooming, rugs, training and exercise management to create a glorious healthy show horse.

Creating coat colour and shine Nutrition is of critical importance to produce intense coat colour and a natural shine.

The most important nutrients for coat condition are copper and zinc (needed to produce melanin pigment), biotin and vitamin B6 (needed to produce keratin, the protein from which hair and hooves are made) and oils (for skin health and shine).

In spring and autumn, it is common to see horses shining with apparent good health but are they really in optimum health?

Green grass is rich in natural fats which make the coat shine even if the horse is mineral deficient.

Horses always need mineral supplementation to balance the mineral deficiencies from their forage-based diets and to correctly balance critical mineral ratios.

A mineral deficient horse can be 'healthy' (in that the horse is not unwell) but it cannot be in optimum health without a well-balanced diet supplying all nutritional needs.

MINERALS Good nutrition can bring out the best coat colour a horse is genetically programmed to have. It is necessary to feed enough copper and zinc to allow the body to make the pigments that colour hair.

The levels of copper and zinc also need to be balanced in relation to total dietary iron and manganese intake.

When the levels of copper and zinc are not balanced with the iron status of the forage, a horse's coat can appear lighter than normal, faded or 'sun-bleached.'

Many horse owners recognise that horses grazing poor quality pasture need supplementation but it is not well understood that even the best quality pasture possible does not give a horse the ideal balance of minerals.

"Not all horses need a multi-vitamin supplement but every horse needs some supplementary vitamin E and minerals added to balance critical mineral ratios, even if they are grazing the best pasture in the country!" continued page 11

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Nutrition plays a crucial role in helping a horse produce a winning coat color and shine.

The short purple bars in this graph illustrate the mineral deficiencies in copper, zinc, selenium and iodine that commonly occur in grazing horses, even when their pasture contains prime quality, leafy, green grass. (Source: FeedXL).

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Correcting mineral ratio imbalances from page 10 Providing the correct balance of minerals across the entire diet is important to allow the horse to absorb them in the right proportions.

The relationships between total intake of calcium and phosphorous, and between copper, zinc, iron and manganese are critical.

If mineral ratios are unbalanced, a horse can be deficient in a mineral even when the diet supplies 100% or more of the daily requirement.

How do you know when the diet is right?

The only way to know if your horse's diet is balanced is to measure or estimate the mineral levels of everything the horse eats and compare the amounts and ratios to the daily nutritional requirements.

The "Nutritional Requirements of Horses" can be found free online in a book of the same name, published by the National Research Council (NRC) in 2007.

Equine nutritionists use computer programs to check total intake and each of the important nutrients.

They calculate the critical mineral ratios to check they are within recommended ranges (it is surprising how often they are not).

When choosing a mineral balancer powder, pellet or feed, look for one that balances these ratios over the whole diet.

Pre-mixed feeds can only balance mineral levels correctly if used at the recommended rate.

Horses fed less than the recommended rate will need a mineral balancer powder or pellet to top up mineral levels.

The implications of providing correct mineral balance run much deeper than just coat colour.

Zinc and copper are microminerals necessary for healthy skin, hair and hooves.

Scientific research has shown that the horn from hooves containing lower zinc concentrations are not as hard and strong as those with higher levels of zinc.

The horse pictured top left shows the shine from grazing green pasture, but his coat appears brown due to a copper/zinc/iron imbalance. After correcting these mineral ratios by reducing iron intake and increasing the level of supplemental copper and zinc, he was able to show his true genetic colour black.

Copper imbalance and deficiency also causes rough, 'hooked' hairs giving a 'wormy' appearance which can be confused with the dull-coated, ill-thrifty look caused by worms, calcium deficiency or ingestion of mycotoxins. These photos show the same horse before and after correcting a dietary copper imbalance.

Zinc is used in more than 100 enzymes in the body responsible for a large number of cell functions including energy metabolism, cell division and keratinization (growth of hair and hooves).

Copper forms an important part of numerous enzymes in the body, including some responsible for connective tissue formation, pigmentation of coat colour, cell res-

piration and antioxidant functions.

What about sun-bleaching?

The term "a sun-bleached appearance" is often used to describe a coat that is lighter than it was genetically designed to be due to diet deficient in copper or containing unbalanced copper, zinc, iron and manganese levels.

However, sunlight does react with sweat on the coat resulting in true

bleaching, even when the mineral balance of the diet is correct.

The UV rays from the sun damage melanin, the pigment which colours hair. The salt in sweat strips the protective oils and waxes from the hair cuticle, so that individual hairs stand upright with exposed, rough surfaces that give the coat a dry, rough appearance. continued page 12

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Preventing horses ‘sun-bleaching’ From page 11 To prevent true sun-bleaching it is necessary to hose sweat off thoroughly at least daily in addition to feeding a correctly balanced diet.

Coats can also appear dull or bleached just before shedding begins at the turn of season.

If your horse's diet is properly balanced, you will soon see the rich and shiny new coat underneath as you brush out the dead hairs.

Over time, a well-balanced diet in conjunction with good rugging, stable or paddock management and hoof care practices will lead to growth of the best mane, tail and hoof tissue that a horse is genetically programmed to produce.

OILS Even when a grazing horse is apparently shining with good health, the diet will be mineral deficient unless supplemented.

The shine in that instance comes from the naturally occurring oils in the grass regardless of the mineral balance of the diet.

Whilst any type of oil in the diet can help with shine, a healthy diet for a horse will balance the polyunsaturated fatty acid ratios towards the levels and ratios naturally found in grass.

Grass contains about four times the amount of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids than omega-6.

Dried grass (hay and chaff), grains and most other vegetable oils (including canola and sunflower seeds or oil) are much higher in pro-inflammatory omega-6 compared to omega-3.

A horse eating lots of hay or hard feed needs more omega-3 added to the diet to increase the omega 3 to 6 ratio to a level similar to grass.

Omega 3 rich supplements containing whole or freshly ground linseeds, stabilized linseed oil, DHA or EPA-rich algal meal and fish oils are best if your horse is relying on hay for roughage or is on a high grain diet.

Marine-sourced forms of omega-3 (DHA and EPA) provide unique health benefits.

EPA omega-3s are particularly potent in promoting healthy skin and connective tissue. DHA is essential for brain and nervous system function.

These omega-3s are particularly useful for helping to manage itchy skin, arthritis, respiratory disease and other inflammatory conditions.

Stable lights Artificial lighting can be used to maintain a short summer coat out-of-season.

Light influences melatonin levels in the brain and when melatonin levels are gradually increasing or decreasing, the brain releases hormones to begin coat shedding so a new summer or winter coat comes through.

Rug management Making a horse hot will not hasten the loss of a winter coat and sweat retained under a rug can cause bleaching.

Development of a summer coat is a daylength response.

Using heavy rugs will not trigger coat shedding, although the rug's physical movement over the coat does help to remove loose hairs.

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In cold weather, individual hairs stand upright to insulate the horse, giving a fluffy appearance.

Rugs smooth individual hairs down over the body which creates a sleeker appearance.

Keeping the horse covered and warm on a cold show day until it enters the ring allows the horse to display a better show coat.

Grooming The old adage that elbow grease creates a shining coat is true. Grooming stimulates blood flow to the skin which nourishes the hair follicle.

Harder brushes stimulate the skin's natural oil production from the sebaceous glands.

Soft brushes distribute the oils along the hair follicle, smoothing the cuticle scales and creating a sleek, shining coat.

Silicone 'show shine' sprays also coat and smooth down the outer scales on the hair cuticle, but they do tend to attract dust and can be sticky to touch.

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What to expect when expecting (equine edition)

By Dr MATTHEW MACKEE BVSc The Rivers Equine Vets

My mare is in her last trimester what do I need to do to get her ready for foaling down?

Vaccinations - The mare should have tetanus prophylaxis six weeks prior to foaling down, maintain Hendra Virus prophylaxis (some studs require equine herpes virus vaccination . consult your veterinarian) Worming - regular worming protocol with last worming recommended four to six weeks prior to due date Housing - The mare should be placed in foaling environment two to three weeks prior to expecting foaling date z Clean adequate room, quiet and away from stressors (ideally 12ft x 12ft in size) z Straw preferable over shavings Nutrition - It is recommended that mares are fed a well-balanced ration diet and in the last trimester (last three - four months) of pregnancy it is recommended to feed one to five times maintenance.

This will increase to two times maintenance once the foal is born in early lactation.

It is recommended to provide good quality leafy hay ab-lib throughout the last trimester and early lactation Miscellaneous - Caslick removal two to four weeks prior to foaling down.

What should I have on hand when my mare is close to foaling?

It is always recommended to have a foaling kit on-hand (Foaling kits are available from The Rivers Equine Vets for information email: admin@theriversequinevets.com.au) z Head torch z Tail wraps z Disposable gloves z Clock/ stopwatch (keep a check of time since birth) z Chlorhexidine/ betadine z Cotton wool roll z Garbage bag z Foal enema z Stethoscope

It’s best not to disturb the mare during the early stages of foaling.

What are the signs that my mare is close to foaling? z

Mammary gland development - can begin as early as eight months gestation z There is NOTICEABLE enlargement two to six days prior (top right photo) z”Waxing-up” this is actually small droplets of colostrum and this occurs two to four days prior (bottom right photo) z Vulval conformation changes - swelling, relaxed “flabby”, elongation and increased space between the labia z NOTE: There should be no vaginal discharge present until imminent parturition z ”Dropping” relaxation of the abdominal and pelvic ligaments z Behavioural changes - pacing, flank watching, flehmen response, lying down, ”nesting”, pawing at ground and more Continued page 15

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What To Expect When Expecting (Equine Edition) From page 14 My mare is showing signs of imminent parturition what do I need to look for? z The mare will undergo three stages of parturition: STAGE I - Coordinated Uterine Contractions z This is where the mare can be seen expressing different behaviours such as holding her tail out, getting up and down, looking at flank and many more behaviours that can easily be confused with colic z Do not disturb the mare during this stage z This stage normally takes up to one hour STAGE II - Foal Delivery This is initially seen as the amniotic sac (white bag) that will protrude from the vulva of the mare z This will then be followed by normally one or two front limbs and shortly after the nose of the foal (this is normal presentation of the foal) z The foal will then be delivered within a short period of time - normally in normal presentation assistance is not required, however, it is recommended to be present for this stage of the pregnancy in case of complications. z This stage normally takes no longer than 30 minutes z

STAGE III -Expulsion of Foetal Membranes (Placenta) z The placenta should be expelled within three hours in its entirety z Once expelled. Do not throw this away and save for examination The foal has been delivered, now what?

Mare z Check the mare’s vulva for injuries z Monitor for placental expulsion (within three hours) . Keep and examine the placenta in entirety z Allow the mare to bond with the foal (particularly if maiden mare)

Foal ”1-2-3 Rule” STANDING - one hour - Greater than two hours - call your veterinarian z SUCKLING - two hours - Greater than three hours - call your veterinarian z DEFAECATION - three hours - Greater than three hours give enema - Given enema and still no defaecation within 15 minutes of treatment - call your veterinarian z URINATION – six to 10 hours z

Umbilicus - DO NOT CUT THE UMBILICUS - This will break naturally at birth - Apply 0.5% chlorhexidine solution or 1% iodine solution (Betadine) to the foals umbilicus to avoid infection two to three times daily for three to five days

I’m worried my foal hasn’t had enough colostrum what should I do?

• Call your veterinarian to arrange a simple IgG test to assess adequate passive transfer of immunity from the mare • This test is performed between 12 – 24 hours after foaling My foal is up drinking, defaecating and appears normal, should I get a veterinarian to assess him/her?

• This largely depends on your experience and competence • If you are inexperienced or unsure then call your veterinarian to check the foal over thoroughly when suitable within 24 hours.

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Treating Ross River with Diet and Herbs

By VICTORIA FERGUSON There is a lot of Ross River Fever about at the moment, even though it is the end of winter, I have been treating this successfully with my prescribed herbal remedies for many years, so if you would like some help, please contact me.

Here's a case history from last year featuring Kaye Watson's dressage pony Calypso.

Kaye Watson's beautiful dressage pony Calypso returned to the arena at the Nationals to take a 2nd & 3rd in the Novice Pony classes ridden by Jessie Fleming.

Kaye consulted me in March to prescribe and dispense herbal remedies for Clippy who was under severe viral attack.

She had been at the vet hospital twice, but was not fully recovering from respiratory infections and muscle stiffness, with a weakened immune system and filled legs with recurrent breakouts.

Kaye understood that the mare needed at least a full blood cycle of herbal treatment (12 weeks), and this was carried out using liquid herbal extracts syringed orally twice daily.

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Determining how much hay to feed

By ANTOINETTE FOSTER Dip. Nut. Equine Nutritional Therapist, Medical Herbalist and Product Formulator. ©2021 Hi Form Australia PL

out and only has a diameter of 10 cm and a capacity of approximately 45L. We know quite a bit about the anatomy and physiology of the GI tract and it does seem a little bit out of whack.

But in the wild as nature had intended, the horse will survive extremely well because he or she is not expected to ingest large amounts of feed at one time but rather is out grazing continually moving around stopping to rest when required, to drink and sleep.

Roughage is undoubtedly the most important basis of the equine diet and horses really should consume approximately 1.5 to 3% of their body weight on a daily basis, it is recommended that at least half of horse's diet should be roughage in the form of hay or pasture.

The equine gastrointestinal system is easily upset and if sudden changes are made in the diet it can definitely increase the risk of colic and other digestive issues.

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The question 'what is the right amount of hay for my horse and how should I feed it?' is often asked.

Horses are strict herbivores, grazing on good quality pasture or being supplied good quality hays will ensure a healthy digestive system.

Once we move away from the idea of feeding roughage, within a short time start we begin to experience problems with our horse's digestive system.

This can lead to serious problems such as ulcers, diarrhoea, choke and worst of all colic.

We suggest feeding a feed that is not wet or soaked because this does not encourage the normal process at the point of the mouth and the mouth is the first contact your horse makes with his feed.

If you are using supplements, you will be required to dampen the feed but this means damp bordering on dry, not wet or soaked.

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The small intestine is approximately 22 meters in length if you were to stretch it

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Many parts of Australia experience low rainfal, and subsequently, very poor pasture growth.

When the weather gets cooler, we are getting a lot of questions from horse owners with little or no pasture, on how best to replace the grass component of their horse’s diet.

The choice of possible hay types, given the current season, may be more down to availability than any other factors, but where available, good quality pasture/meadow/grass hay is normally a good starting point.

No matter what sort of hay you can get (and provided your horse or pony doesn't have any additional issues affecting hay type/consumption), the guidelines around amounts generally follow the same rules.

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How much hay should I feed?

Horses need to eat a minimum of 1-1.5% (on a Dry Matter basis) of their body weight in roughage per day just to keep their gut happy and healthy.

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History and symptoms of Hendra Virus Hendra Virus was discovered following an outbreak of illness in horses in a large racing stable in the suburb of Hendra, Brisbane in 1994.

The natural host for Hendra Virus is the flying fox. The virus can spread from flying foxes to horses, horses to horses and rarely, from horses to people.

Since Hendra Virus was identified in 1994, more than 90 horses are known to have been infected.

These animals have either died as a direct result of their infection or have been euthanised.

Several hundred people have been exposed to Hendra Virus infected horses but have not been infected.

However, seven people have been confirmed to have Hendra Virus following high levels of exposure to infected horses. Four of these people died, the most recent in 2009.

While the exact route of infection is unknown, it is thought that horses may contract Hendra Virus infection from sniffing or eating matter recently contaminated with flying fox urine, saliva or birth products.

Spread is possible wherever horses have close contact with body fluids of an infected horse.

Small amounts of the virus may be present in a horse's body fluids, particularly nasal secretions, for a few days before they become sick.

The seven confirmed human cases all became infected following high level exposures to respiratory secretions and/or blood of a horse infected with Hendra Virus, following activities such as assisting with post mortem examination of a dead horse without adequate personal protective equipment (PPE), performing certain veterinary procedures or having extensive exposure to respiratory secretions without adequate PPE. Other people have reported similar contact with

Hendra symptoms in horses Hendra Virus can cause a range of symptoms in horses. Usually a sudden fever and either respiratory or neurological illness and rapid death. In some cases the onset of illness is gradual

Hendra virus can be spread from horses to humans. infected horses but have remained well and their blood tests have shown no evidence of infection.

No one with a lower level exposure (e.g. grooming, feeding, patting) has ever developed Hendra Virus infection or shown evidence of infection in blood tests.

Hendra Virus is killed by heat, drying and cleaning with detergents.

A vaccine to prevent Hendra Virus infection in horses has been available since November 2012.

While the vaccine has been shown to be safe and to provide high levels of protection in horses, continued efforts to reduce exposure of horses to Hendra Virus are essential.

It is important to protect horse food and water from contamination by flying fox fluids, isolate sick horses early while awaiting test results, and pay attention to standard hygiene and cleaning practices.

More information is available from Biosecurity Queensland or call 13 25 23 and Workplace Health & Safety Queensland or call 1300 369 915.

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Most cases in horses are fatal but occasionally a horse will survive the infection. The reported mortality rate in infected horses is greater than 70%.

Hendra symptoms in people If you have been in contact with an infected horse please seek medical attention immediately.

Symptoms typically develop between five and 21 days after contact with an infectious horse.

Fever, cough, sore throat, headache and tiredness are common initial symptoms.

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Hendra Virus infection can be fatal.

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INTER SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 4-5 Atherton Dressage 5 Showjumping Gatton 20-24 Australian Interschool Chams @ Werribee 25 Dressage Summerland 26 Redlynch Equestrian Park Interschool dressage OCTOBER 9-10 TVEG Interschool dressage 31 Summerland interschool Dressage

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PONY CLUB www.pcansw.org.au www.ponyclubqld.com.au www.ponyclubvic.org.au www.ponyclub.asn.au SEPTEMBER 18 QLD State Jumping Equitation & Showjumping @ Sarina 22 QLD State Formal Gymkhana, Sporting, Campdraft, Stockman’s Challenge & Mounted Games @ Goondiwindi 26-2 Pony Club Nationals (VIC) OCTOBER 16-17 PCQ State Horse Trials Champs

REINING www.reiningaustralia.com.au SEPTEMBER 4-5 QRHA Ribbon Show and Clinic 4-5 SQRHA Ribbon Show Gatton 4-5 Tamworth Country Championship

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OF EVENTS 3 Beaudesert Show Rodeo 4 Canungra 4 Maidenwell Hotel - Bull Ride 10 Quilpie Show - Bull Ride 10 Brisbane Racing Club Rodeo 11 Beenleigh Show - Bull Ride 17 Mulga - Bull Ride 18 Kenilworth Show Rodeo 18 Mt Morgan Junior Rodeo 18 Chambers Flat - Bull Ride 24-25 Calliope

SHOWJUMPING /EVENTING www.qld.equestrian.org.au www.nsw.equestrian.org.au www.vic.equestrian.org.au www.sa.equestrian.org.au www.wa.equestrian.org.au www.nt.equestrian.org.au www.tas.equestrian.org.au SEPTEMBER 3-12 ADELAIDE ROYAL WC 10-12 Tropical North Showjumping Club 10-12 Toowoomba Jump Club 17 SA State Showjumping Championships 18-19 North Qld Show Jumping Club 17-19 Qld Indoor Jump Champs @ QSEC 19 Lockyer Jump Club Hunter Trial 25-26 AQUIS Champ Tour @ Elysian Field

SHOWHORSE www.agsshowsnsw.org.au www.qcas.net.au www.vicagshows.com.au www.sacountryshows.com SEPTEMBER 3-4 Beaudesert -cancelled 3-5 SHCQ Spring Classic 4 Woodenbong Show 5 Woodstock Memorial Show 10-11 Noosa 10-11 Forbes Show 10-11 Murrumburrah Harden Show 10-11 Wagga Wagga Show 11 Quirindi Show 11 Beenleigh -cancelled 11 Giru 11 Quilpie 12 MARC T-Shirt Hack Day 12 Moggill pony Club T-Shirt Hack Day 17-19 Mudgeeraba 17-19 Show Horse QLD HOTY 18 Kenilworth -cancelled 18-19 SHCWA Western stars & Debutante 18-19 SHCV Southern stars Royal Gala 18-19 SAQ State Hacking & Harness Championships @ Gatton 24-26 Singleton Show 25 Eumundi 25-26 Nimbin - cancelled 26 NNSW Spring Hack Show @ Maclean Showgrounds Ph 0413 733 294 28-29 Kempsey Show - Cancelled OCTOBER 2-4 SHCQ HOTY @ QSEC 9 Wowan 8-9 Kyogle Show 8-10 SHCA & NSW/ACT HOTY 10 Alstonville Allbreeds 9 Trunkey Creek Show 11 Norfolk Island Royal Show 15-16 Barham Koondrook Show 16 Casino Show 16 The Rock Show 16 Tooraweenah Show 16-17 SHC Tasmanian Spring Gala 16-17 SHCSA HOTY 16-17 Pacific Coast Arabian Show @

Keep cattle ticks out of NSW Maryborough 24 Fassifern Horse and Pony Club Inc Open Stockman's Challenge 29-31 Albury Show 29-30 Alstonville Show 30 Carcoar Show 30-31 SHC TAS HOTY 30-31 SHC WA HOTY 31 Off The Track NSW Inc Finals/Championships @ Gunnedah NOVEMBER 5-6 Wagga Wagga Show 5-6 Murwillumbah Show 5-7 NSW Country Show Horse Champs @ AELEC Tamworth 7 Minto Show 13-14 Mullumbimby Show 19-21 ACT & Southern NSW Show Horse Champs

TRAIL RIDING & CTR Australian Trail Horse Riders Association 0418 438 807 www.athra.com.au Alligator Creek 0427 619 725 Beaudesert Shire 0419 772 907 Beechmont & District 0419 737 253 Bouldercombe 0418 715 837 Breakaway 0408 712 851 Brisbane Valley 0428 750 145 Blackbutt Pony Express 0432 401 525 Border Country Trail Riders 0448 326 59 Cairns Trail Horse Club 0419 770 992 Calen Trail & Sports Club 0402 084 749 Canungra Trail Riding Club 0419 750 854 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 FNQ Trail Horse Club 0408 981 555 Ipswich & District 0457 881 012 Logan River Redlands 0423 206 109 Mudgeeraba & Hinterland 0407 902 754 Rathdowney Trail Riding 07 5544 1177 Richmond River Trail Horse Riders Club 0427 866 276 / 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

Horses and other grazing livestock entering NSW from the cattle tick infested zone of Qld MUST comply with the Mandatory Measures of the Biosecurity Order (Permitted Activities) 2017 regarding examination and treatment of livestock prior to entry into NSW.

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WESTERN www.aqha.com.au SEPTEMBER 11 NQQHA Western Dressage 18 WDSEQ SHOW @ Burpengary 18 Bundaberg & District WP Club Ranch Show @ Maryborough OCTOBER 1-3 WDAQ State Championship Show @Maryborough

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Equitana Melbourne rescheduled until 2022

By ROD LOCKWOOD The COVID pandemic is a nightmare that will not go away, devastating small businesses and locking us down for weeks on end.

It is depressing to see border closures, social distancing rules and curfews restricting us, but we all need to respect the health requirements.

For EQUITANA here we are yet again, devastated to advise that for a third time, due to the uncertainty created by the impacts of the Delta variant of COVID-19, we have been left with no choice but to cancel this edition of the event.

There is still too much uncertainty in the current environment to proceed in November. It is deeply disappointing that the equine community from around Australia will not be able to come together to enjoy the fun and excitement of EQUITANA Melbourne for the second year in a row – we had such high hopes!

We are confident that moving the event to 10 to 13 November 2022 will finally see us enjoying EQUITANA Melbourne in all her glory.

More of the population will be vaccinated, we will have the ability to cross state borders more freely and we’ll be able to deliver the EQUITANA Melbourne that we all love.

The pandemic has had a stranglehold on the events industry, with over 18 months of sporadic deliveries, dozens of cancellations and missed experiences throughout.

As passionate providers of events, our team desperately wants to continue to deliver unforgettable events for our attendees long into the future.

As for right now, to achieve that goal, we need your support.

For those who can, we ask that you please retain your tickets and support this event and join us for EQUITANA Melbourne in November 2022.

We can’t wait to be back at the Melbourne Showgrounds with you next year for what is going to be one hell of a celebration.

We promise it will be worth the wait.

All purchased tickets are valid for the 2022 event, and as a way to say thank you for supporting us, all Super Ticket and Day Ticket holders who roll their ticket over for 2022 will be given a voucher to spend in the

exhibition halls at the event.

Ticket holders who are not able to attend the new dates will be able to apply for a refund, minus admin fees until 24/09/21.

TicketBooth will be in touch with all ticket holders directly with more information.

We send a heartfelt thanks to all our EQUITANA Melbourne community for sticking with us during this time, your support means the world to us.

With the expected transition to post-COVID normalcy, EQUITANA Melbourne 2022 will return as Australia’s greatest equine show.

RESCHEDULED TO 10 TO 13 NOVEMBER 2022

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Aussies claim silver in Jumping Nations Cup

By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA The Australian Nations Cup Jumping Team has ascended the podium at the CSIO3* Nations Cup Competition, Drammen in Norway to claim second place.

In a nail biting competition that went down to the wire, the Australian team finished in equal second alongside Belgium and France, just behind the winning team of Ireland.

The first round of the competition saw the Australians in the hunt for a victory from the beginning with all three Australian combinations jumping a clear round.

Impressively Australia was the only country that had all riders who entered the arena during the first round jump clear, and with only three riders on the team (most other teams had four riders which allowed for a drop score) the pace set

by Australia saw them as a forced to be reckoned with.

Jake Hunter riding Jativia also jumping a second clear round anchoring the Australians in the top of the field.

This performance is made even more impressive by considering the young jumper was making his Nations Cup debut at Drammen.

When asked about how he felt competing for Australia for the first time Jake said: "Seriously delighted hopefully many more to come.

Amy Graham and Hilary Scott have minded me well."

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The Australian Nations Cup Team finished second at Drammen, Norway. Photo: Jake Hunter

Fellow team members, Amy Graham riding Coleraine des Bergeries and Hilary Scott riding Oaks Milkyway, both had one rail in the second round which was still able to secure Australia second place..

Unlike Jake both Amy and Hilary have previous experience representing Australia at Nations Cup events with both riders part of the 2020 bronze medal winning team in Wellington, USA. The past 12 months have proved tough for all Australian riders with the disruptions caused by COVID-19, and for

our Europe based riders the terrifying spread of EHV-1 last year which unfortunately saw Amy Graham and her team with a positive case.

"I was so excited to be here and with Hilary and Jake, they are so professional and supportive, it’s a privilege to jump with them. Coco (Coleraine des Bergeries) is still returning to form from her EHV-1 sickness, I was nervous about us as a pair performing well enough, but she was gold and really stepped up,” Amy said.

“Thank you to the EA High Performance Program and

Todd Hinde (EA High Performance Jumping Manager) for supporting us," .

The Australian Team consisted of: Amy Graham and Coleraine des Bergeries, owned by Amy and Phillipe Jardot Jake Hunter and Jativia, owned by Global Event Horses, Brian Morrison and Chris Hunt Hilary Scott and Oaks Milkyway, owned by Alice Cameron/Oaks Sport Horses The team Chef d’Equipe for the competition was Caroline Graham.

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Whiskers to stay put for EA competitions

By EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA The EA Board has voted to implement the recent FEI rule to ban the trimming of horse sensory hairs across all EA National Disciplines in the interests of horse welfare.

At the 2020 FEI General Assembly, a new rule that prohibits the clipping/shaving of sensory hairs was passed as part of the veterinary regulations, which came into effect on 1st July 2021.

Vibrissae, or sensory hairs/whiskers, are the long stiff hairs growing on the chin, mouth and around the eyes and are used as organs of touch by the horse.

The FEI Veterinary Committee believes that the horse’s sensory hairs must not be trimmed or removed as it reduces the horse’s sensory ability.

The FEI rule, which states that horses are not permitted to compete in FEI events “if the horse’s sensory hairs have been clipped and/or shaven or in any other way removed

unless individual sensory hairs have been removed by a veterinarian to prevent pain or discomfort for the horse," will

now also apply to all EA National Disciplines.

There will be a transition period from now until 1st January

2022, when the rule will come into full effect. No elimination or penalty will be incurred during the transition period.

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The power is in the rider’s presence

By TANJA KRAUS

I help a lot of horse and rider combinations with a lot of different challenges Anxious horse Anxious rider Balance Psychology Discipline Specific Training Connection Biomechanics Rehabilitation The list just keeps going.

But the one thing that remains consistent no matter what the training, what the 'problem', what the purpose - it begins with the presence of the rider.

And presence begins on the ground, in fact it begins before you even catch your horse, it begins with you and the way you make your coffee in the morning.

Your horse is present all the time - that's all he knows how to be and our biggest breakdown between horse and human is because we are not.

Feel - begins with presence Timing - begins with presence Skills - begin with presence Everything begins with your ability to be present, observe without judgement or attachment, and hold your space.

You see here in this picture of Ginger

Coops and I herding a cow - we are both focused on the cow.

I had Phil Monaghan on the fence, walking me through the process.

I had to be able to listen to him without losing my focus on the cow and feel on Ginger Coops - that's what made the session so successful, and helped Ginger

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Be present - it truly is a gift.

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Tanja celebrates 10 years of TKH

By TANJA KRAUS I can't even begin to explain the gratitude I am feeling right now, I've spent the weekend celebrating a decade in business - 10 years of being wholly and solely 'Tanja Kraus Horsemanship'.

I've spent a couple of hours looking for some photos and all I can say is wow.

I knew it wouldn't be possible to share most of the photos and experiences from the past 10 years, and so I thought I would do a few 'flashbacks' - my first client horse, my first private lesson clients, my first clinics - things like that, and to be honest, I cannot wipe the smile off my face after going through 10 years of memories.

I started out by taking on outside horses for starting undersaddle.

After about a year, I was teaching private lessons, then I started clinics - kids’ clinics were first, then adults, the rest you could say is history.

It’s not possible to thank everyone, or mention everyone by name, and I do appreciate all of you - everyone who has been a student, been to a clinic, hosted a clinic, sent me a horse, purchased a DVD or e-book, 'liked or shared' something on Facebook - the list just goes on.

You truly cannot have a successful business in this industry without the constant support of so many and for that I thank each and every one of you, and count you in my gratitude each and every day.

But for some fun, I thought I’d do a few 'flashbacks'.

From Lisa Foxridge at Farm Polish Arabian

Horses,who sent me my very first client horse to start - Teles A Story - to Karen from Greenfield's Stud who was one of my first private students.

Her weekly lessons grew into colt starting, lessons, trailer loading, foal playing (oh I mean training).

Haylee and Kava were in those first few years too, Megan from Hoofmatters who did it all sent me horses, did clinics and privates and has recommended countless people to me.

Corine, my BFF, who not only trusted me with her beloved Fig, and her kid’s pony, but beyonce - the first racehorse I ever started.

Not to mention the constant, unwavering support - be it a listening ear, pep talks, positivity, or the odd day drink when the occasion called for it.

Phil - well what can I say - not much.

He’s been there for the highs, the lows and to talk me off the ledge more than once.

From the immediate encouragement when I said I was thinking about 'hanging out my shingle' ( "just do it" were the profound words

Horses helping humans

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

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

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

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

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engagement back into school or study.

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

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

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

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

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

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

It is the most rewarding career and it is a blessing to be able to help so many make positive changes in their lives.

he used to convince me), to then having to deal with the simple - logo design, adverts etc to the complicated "this is happening what should I do about it".

He’s been there, day in, day out with a listening ear, a shoulder, or a kick up the butt depending on what was needed at the time.

A great horseman in his own right, bought me my first Western saddle, I’m blessed to walk beside you.

And then you have the mentors. Ken Faulkner showing me a world with horses that I did not know existed (Ken was talking about energy and connection before they were buzzwords) and Eitan, well those who have had the privilege of being in the same room know what I’m talking about.

All the 'stuff' along the way - the making of DVD's, the magazine covers and articles, photoshoots, the books, the competitions, the travel. And the horses. Some I meet briefly, some for a while, some for a long time. Some fill you with joy, some break your heart, but each one of them teaches me something that I can share.

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PRARG HACK SHOW Photography by Hoofprintz

First Impressions exhibited by Riley Kent

Lola Alaia and Tanlee Captain

Dicavalli Royal Glitter and Amanda O’Sullivan

Supreme rider Riley Kent and Supreme Hack Isabella Cross Winston with Judges Mark Lilley, Louise Barton and Melissa Sambrooks

Supreme Hack exhibited by Isabella Cross Winston

Chanelle Lovelock and Border Show Magic Mike

Taylah Hore and Daisy Lane Huntsman

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HORSE REPORT 4 SALE ADVERTISING 1/4 PAGE DIGITAL $60 Contact: Paula Anthony Email - cobakibob@bigpond.com Ph: 0413 733 294

Monty

Holstein Park Jumanji 5 year old, 16.2 bay warmblood gelding.

Sire: Holstein Park Jazzlander ( Jazz x Lander) Dam: Holstein Park Lorette (L’Espoir x Lander) A rare opportunity to purchase a quality young horse that has already had competition experience & proven himself as an easy calm quality competition horse. Jimmy as he is known around here, has been bought along slowly as a young horse and has just started working towards the novice level work. This is a seriously nice horse with the temperament and trainability to go through to the FEI levels. Three super paces, big walk, lovely trot and a highlight being the canter. These paces are only going to develop even more in time.

Not a spooky or hot horse, just goes nicely off your leg. Really good in the contact. This is absolutely 100% my loss and someone elses gain. Will only be sold to a competition home under good instruction as I would really love to see him progress through into the FEI levels. This was a very very hard decision and was definitely not taken lightly. All I can say is I am going to regret letting this one go!

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Price: $ 5,000.neg 12.2 hh Reg: Riding Pony Gelding Chestnut 5 yo Sire: Rathowen Song and Dance Dam: Kolbeach Bracelet Lovely moving small pony Lunges, Long reins, floats, ties, lovely to ride, a dream to handle in every way loves kids and good with dogs, Hendra vaccinated, feet,, worming and teeth regularly done.

Stabled rugged and in show condition.

Been to Pony Club rally days, clinics and camps and a handful of shows with wins in led and hack classes. He is developing into a lovely little horse and is offered to the best of show homes. All enquires welcome.

Ph: 0413 733 294

Mistake Rambo Registered stock horse gelding (Registration Number: 251514) Sire: Mistake Tradesman Dam: Mistake Rambess Tic Tac is a 15.1hh, 4 year old (still officially 3 (D.O.B 15/10/2017)) brown stock horse gelding.

Recently started undersaddle late May/June and has been working well since then. Has had professionals on him since day 1.

Would make a super challenge and campdraft prospect.

All basics established, soft snaffle mouth. Big stop. Three correct paces with his canter being a highlight. Shows a lot of talent and potential.

Can crack whip off him. Good strong type. Very trainable. Will only be sold to approved homes. He is still young and needs some guidance.

No dirt in him. Would love to see this little guy go on and excel so must have experience.

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Contact: Suzie Bloxsidge-Kennedy Email - info@showringclassifieds.com.au Ph: 0400 558 218 www.showringclassifieds.com.au

Soloman Price: $ 35,000. ono 16.3 ½ hh Reg: TB Black Gelding YOB: 2013 Sire: Duporth Dam: Scarvire

rice: $ 35,000.

16.2hh Reg: TB x Arabian Warmblood Bay Mare YOB: 2015 Sire: Warrawee Deecor Dam: TB

A Rare Opportunity to purchase such a Quality and Successful Large Hack Soloman - 16.3hh, 7yo, true Black TB gelding.

This first season horse in his lightly shown career he has: 4th Large Open Hack @ Grand Nationals 2021 Won his Novice and Open @ Canberra Royal 2020 Reserve at both SHC SA & ESA HOTY qualifying himself for the Open at both EA Nationals and SHC Grand Nationals Also qualified his rider for Both EA nationals and GN. Suit competent rider and home. Highly competive and a beautiful ride. Video Available Contact Alanna on 0402 929 298

Reflections Price: $ 12,000.

16.0 hh Reg: Thoroughbred BayGelding YOB: 2010 Sire: Viscount Dam: Count Dane Harry commenced his show career shortly after retiring from racing in 2016.

Some of his show highlights in this time include Supreme Champion Thoroughbred at Perth Royal Show, Champion Hack at Perth Royal Show, OTT awards and champions at Ag. Shows.

Harry is a delightful horse to have around and is good to shoe, float prepare for shows etc. Genuine reason for sale to approved home.

Contact: Emma Ph: 0437 286 024

Gleneagles Lucia

Ultimate rider class horse and proven in the hunter classes!

Lucia has been with a professional training stables since a 3yo.

Since then she has competed at top levels of showing with always being placed highly. She has carried her rider to SHC and EA champion riders.

She trains medium level dressage at home but being 5 she still has a lot to learn, she is very willing, does enjoy jumping too!

She has competed once in a preliminary test to score 73% Recently competed at ea southern cross spectacular to place 3rd in the newcomer and open show hunter large hack among the best horses in the country. Also carried Brynie to win grand champion rider.

Videos available upon request Contact: Brynie Lee Ph: 0488 180 123

Tones Price: $10,000.

15.3 ¾ hh Reg: Thoroughbred Bay Gelding Sire: Master of Design (AUS) 2005 (Redoute's Choice) Dam: Gathering Storm (SAF) 1999 [By Joshua Dancer (USA) 1994] Stanley is a quality Thoroughbred gelding that Finished Racing in 2018.

Stanley has been to a couple of shows this year and shows great promise and is always receiving positive comments on his Work attitude and how quiet he is.

Stanley has beautiful movement and is very trainable and extremely quiet he has had 10 weeks professional education.

He is great to shoe, Clip and wash etc. He is great on a truck or Angle Float. He will make a lovely Childs or Ladies mount and is Eligible Newcomers for the rest of 2021.

This has been a very hard decision and will be extremely sad sale due to no fault of his own and he will only be offered to the best of homes.

Contact: Sharon Ph: 0448 090 269

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Windason Park Carbonara Price: $ 1,500.

Mature approx. 13.0 hh Reg: Riding Pony | Part Welsh Chestnut Gelding YOB: 2019 Sire: Kamilaroi Song Of Flame Dam: Belgarra Royal Minda Carby is a no fuss pony. Easy to do anything with. Taught to lead, tie up, has had feet trimmed and floats well. Video available.

Contact: Prisilla Cuell Ph: 0447 096 588 Location: Narrabri NSW

EP Notting Hill Price: $ 10,000.

14.3 hh Reg: Riding Pony X TB Black/Brown Gelding YOB: 2017 Sire: Royalwood Boy Soprano Dam: Juene Pedrille Ricardo is approximately 14.2-15hh green broken and currently in work with the Lee family.

He is going kindly under saddle and will make a beautiful show hunter Galloway. Beautiful movement.

Will need experienced home due to age. Only for sale due to pregnancy. Can be viewed in Whittlesea and video available on Tamrie Park Stud page. Price is neg.

Contact: Tamara Lee Ph: 0409 182 938 or 0434 486 580

BSP Armani

Deanhills Leading Lad

Price: $ 18,000.

14.1 hh Reg: SHC, EA, ASPR Bay Gelding YOB: 2014 Sire: Mandingo Dam: Tungarra Chorus Line

Price: $ 12,000.

14.3 ¼ hh Reg. Riding Pony, Partbred Welsh Bay Mare YOB: 2016 Sire: Command Performance RP Dam: Gaelic Honour T'Bred

True little gem of a Galloway 6 year old 14.1 hand German Riding Pony In newcomer year for showing and dressage. Has been to a few shows 2021 and pony club rally days 2020 where he took everything in with no drama.

A Real character and favourite in the stables. Super movement and shows some real style with jumping. Ready to head out and do some serious competition now as he has had a full year of work due to covid competition cancellations. Good home a must.

Contact: Natalie Ph: 0405 184 790

Mia is currently in training with Ebonie Lee and shows huge potential, she sits up in the bridle and has lovely rhythmical paces and is very kind and easy to handle on the ground.

Mia with time will be very competitive at the highest showing level, temperament, trainability and type are her biggest assets. Mia is still very much at the learning stage and in the future she has the ability to be an outstanding child’s mount.

She is only offered to a knowledgeable home that can help her reach her full potential. A short video is available on request.

Contact: Paul Morath Ph: 0409 840 381

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Uhavta Negligee Price: $ 15,000.

12.2 hh Reg: RPSBS, ASPA, Part welsh, ARP, APSB RP Chestnut Mare YOB: 2013 Sire: Syon Royal Portrait Dam: Uhavta Royal Emerald (SOD-Ascot Royal Tribute) Measures 12.2hh Sire: Syon Royal Portrait Dam: Uhavta Royal Emerald (Ascot Royal Tribute / Kirreway Diamontina) Plenty of photos on Facebook (Uhavta) or website (see below link) This is a true genuine child's pony.

Great temperament and ride.

Will only be sold to the best homes Needs a child to love and cherish her.

For videos - look at Uhavta facebook or www.uhavta.com Contact: Alannah Ph: 0429 803 379

Whitmere Babble On Price: $ 7,000.

12.2 ¾ hh Reg: Riding Pony Chestnut Mare 2013 Sire: Turberry Tom Kitten Dam: Beckworth Royal Fern

‘Babs’ as she is affectionately known as, is by the very successful sire Turberry Tom Kitten.

She successfully competed at royal level with previous owners together with Show horse council comps and has always come home with the ribbons.

Babs recently started her dressage career and at her first comp received very high scores in both her tests. She received lovely comments by both judges and spectators.

Babs has lovely big movement that allows her not only to excel in the show ring but succeed in the dressage arena too.

She is most suited to a confident child wanting to go up the levels and would also make a very versatile interschool’s mount. She’s a pony that always tries to please her rider so she’s capable of anything that’s asked.

She needs minimal work down at shows and is super easy to prepare.

Video Footage Link - https://youtu.be/P3pJ8sXmtOc Contact: Maddy Tabak Ph: 0432 802 178

Cantik Park Love Affair

Arinlea Rockin Robin

Price: $ 6,500.

12.3 ¾ hh Reg: RP & eligible Part Welsh Bay Mare YOB: 2017 Sire: INXS of Sefton Dam: Bamborough Miss Feline

Price: $ 2,000.

Mature Approx. 12 -12.2 hh Reg: Riding Pony, eligble Part Welsh, Australian Saddle Pony, Arabian Riding Pony Dark Brown Gelding YOB: 2017 Sire: Arinlea Secret Moment (SOS Kolbeach Royalty) Dam: Arinlea Red Robin (SOD Jacket's Bluebird)

Ava is a Newcomer Open Pony ready to step out this spring.

Currently in training with Mia Wright and proving to be a talented pony with fab temperament and 3 soft flowing paces. Ava will be an exceptional child's show/Interschool’s/PC pony with more miles. Owned and bred by Sandi Pearce.

Contact: Sue Wright Ph: 0401 663 911

Rocki is an exceptional moving pony with true show ring presence. Very pretty pony with a natural frame and gait. Top quality pony ready to embark on his next chapter. Eligible newcomers.

Unbroken, mouthed, lunges, catch, leads, ties, washed, rugged, floated.

Searching for a knowledgeable and experienced home to begin his show career. Currently in paddock condition.

Contact: Patricia Ph: 03 5572 4378

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Over 10 years of experience from Pony Club to Grand Nationals and Royal Shows.

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

More to come in upcoming issues.

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

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

We break it down into 6 categories which we will go through in the next 5 issues in coming months.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The Horse Report NIMBIN SHOW The Nimbin Country Show began in 1919 and is the first show in the North Coast show circuit. The 2021 show will be held on September 25 - 26 and is a traditional style agricultural show with horses, cattle, poultry, dog trials, arts, crafts, fruits, vegetables, and horticulture.

Saturday ring events will feature Led and ridden breed classes , Novice and open Hacks and Hunters and Rider classes a Supreme Led and Supreme Hack and Sunday will have classes for Shetlands, Miniatures, Heavy Horses, Showjumping, Junior Senior and Assoc hack and rider classes novelty and sporting events For more information: www.nimbinshowsociety.org.au Email: nimbinshow2@y7mail.com or phone 0400 925 764

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NIMBIN SHOW 2019 25 - 26 September

D TIONS E L L TRIC E C CAN VID RES

Celebrating their 100th show

Saturday - Led and ridden breed classes Novice and open Hacks and Hunters, Rider classes Supreme Led and Supreme Hack Sunday - Shetlands, Miniatures, Heavy Horses, Showjumping, Junior Senior and Assoc hack and rider classes novelty and sporting events

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The Horse Report MUDGEERABA SHOW The 2021 Mudgeeraba Show has moved to a new date now to be held on September 17th - 19th.

A family event not to be missed with all the fun of the fair, with more than 200 exhibiter stands and a huge variety of exhibits that attracts on average around 50,000 people. The ring events, run over two days, have a great equestrian program that includes hacks, rider classes, breed events and showjumping.

Goats, poultry, camels and racing pigs… they are are at Mudgeeraba.

Woodchop events, community exhibits along with the wonderful arts and craft displayed in the pavilion too. The Mudgeeraba Show has something for everyone from all age groups and interests. See great singers and dancers along with a huge variety of entertainers.

Everyone's favourite at the show is the night program held on both Friday and Saturday nights and this year will be finishing with a concert, fireworks and laser show.

To book a trade stand, volunteer at the show, to enter events or for more information on becoming a member please contact Kylie on 0418 182 533 or email info.mudgeerabashow@gmail.com

Keep cattle ticks out of NSW Horses and other grazing livestock entering NSW from the cattle tick infested zone of Qld MUST comply with the Mandatory Measures of the Biosecurity Order (Permitted Activities) 2017 regarding examination and treatment of livestock prior to entry into NSW.

Contact: NSW DPI at Kirra Ph. 0755364714 Fax 0755361290 daf.qld.gov.au - For accredited certifiers QLD DAF call centre 07 3404 6999 Cattle Cattle ticks ticks ar e notif ia b le in NSW

NORTHERN NSW SHOW HORSE ASSOC

SPRING HACK SHOW

Sunday - 26 September 2021 at Maclean Show Grounds, Cameron St Maclean NSW Competitors must be members of SHCA and to show proof of membership or day membership is available - $20

Entry Fee - $30 per horse (includes ground fee, gate admission and entry into unlimited classes)

Pre entry before September 3 www.manehub.com Champ & Res Champ Led Pony, Galloway & Hack Champ & Res Champ Led Show Hunter Pony, Galloway & Hack Champ & Res Champ Novice Pony, Galloway & Hack Champ & Res Champ Open Pony, Galloway & Hack Champ & Res Champ Show Hunter Pony, Galloway & Hack Rising Star classes - Novice Riders - Second Chance ring TRACK TO HACK CLASSES SUPREME RIDER - SUPREME HACK - SUPREME HUNTER SUPREME LED Separate enclosed ring for young riders new to showing that includes leadline & independent events to include Led classes hack and rider games & Fancy Dress For further information Email: cobakibob@bigpond.com Email: nnswshowhorse@gmail.com Follow us on facebook Northern NSW Show Horse Association

2021 Mudgeeraba Agricultural Show .

17th -19th September 2021

136TH ANNUAL

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Attracting on average around 50,000 people, the Mudgeeraba Show hosts over two hundred exhibitor stands and offers businesses a once-a-year opportunity to expand into new markets, boost revenue and significantly increase brand awareness.

Revised and Exciting Equestrian events program,

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Thursday - Breed classes including Thoroughbreds, Standardbred, ANSA, Arabian, Australian Saddle Ponies, Unregistered Ponies, Riding Pony, Stud Book, Australian, Dartmoor, Shetland, Welsh, Palominos, Appaloosa, Paints, Pintos, Buckskins, Quarter Horses, Baroque, Waler and Warmbloods.

Friday - Maiden, Novice, Intermediate & District Hack Classes & ASH Feature show, plus Northern NSW Champion of Champions Prize Money $250.00 Saturday - Open Hack, Hunter and rider classes, plus Off the Track Classes, plus Miniature, Heavy Horse, Gypsy Cobb and Harness Showjumping all 3 days - with $1,000 for the Grand Prix Showjumping Event VERDUN SMITH MEMORIAL TROPHY FOR CHAMPION HACK - $100 THE PEGGY FRYER MEMORIAL PERPETUAL SUPREME CHAMPION RIDER OF THE SHOW - $100 NOEL CHITTICK MEMORIAL, SUPREME CHAMPION HACK - $200 Phone: (02) 6621 5916 Email: ūIJǶČĚʧŠūƑƥĺČūîƙƥŠîƥĿūŠîŕɍČūŞɍîƭ wwwɍŕĿƙŞūƑĚƙĺūDžɍČūŞɍîƭ

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The Northern NSW Show Horse Association.

The NNSW allbreeds showwill be held at Alstonville Showgrounds starting at 8am on Sunday 10th October 2021.

There is an awesome program with Led and Ridden Classes for Allbreeds plus Beginners Ring for those just starting out in the show ring There is a 2 Ring format for Ponies, Galloways & Hacks, Off the Track classes loads of sashes trophies and prizes o offer major awards include the Supreme Champion Led Stallion of the Show, Supreme Champion Led Mare of the Show, Supreme, Champion Led Gelding of the Show, Supreme overall led (Marjorie Clark Memorial), Supreme Champion Rider of the Show (Greg Potts Memorial), Supreme Champion Hack of the Show (Ward Rippon Memorial), Supreme Champion Hunter Hack of Show.

For show Enquiries: Les Gilleard - 0428 469 562, Libby Went 0412 803 021, Tanya Stuart 0439 547 985, or Email. nswshowhorse@gmail.com

Proudly presents

The 2021 NNSW All Breeds Horse Show Alstonville Showgrounds - 8am

Sunday 10th October 2021 Led and Ridden Classes for Allbreeds & Beginners Ring 2 Ring format for Ponies, Galloways & Hacks, Off the Track classes Supreme Champion Led Stallion of the Show Supreme Champion Led Mare of the Show Supreme Champion Led Gelding of the Show Supreme overall led (Marjorie Clark Memorial) Supreme Champion Rider of the Show (Greg Potts Memorial) Supreme Champion Hack of the Show (Ward Rippon Memorial) Supreme Champion Hunter Hack of Show

NNSW SPRING HACK SHOW The NNSW show horse assoc will be holding a Spring Hack Show at Maclean showgrounds on Sunday September 26.

Competitors must be members of SHCA and to show proof of membership or pay a day membership fee of $20 Entry Fee is $30 per horse Via www.manehub.com (includes ground fee, gate admission and entry into unlimited classes) Entries to be completed before September 3 We have secured some great sponsorship and will have loads of prizes on offer for our 28 champions and 3 supreme's.

There will be led classes - Rising Star classes - Novice Riders - Novice open and hunter pony galloway and hack classes - Second Chance ring - Off the Track classes. Separate enclosed ring for young riders new to showing that includes leadline & independent events to include Led classes hack and rider games & Fancy Dress For further information Email: cobakibob@bigpond.com or Email: nnswshowhorse@gmail.com

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For show Enquiries: Les Gilleard - 0428 469 562 Libby Went - 0412 803 021 Tanya Stuart 0439 547 985 Email. nnswshowhorse@gmail.com Northern NSW Show Horse Association

Northern NSW Show Horse Assoc

WHAT’S NEW for the rest of 2021-22022

* 21/22 Northern NSW Show Horse Association Members Only High Point awards Point Score Nomination forms will be emailed out to all members - $10 per entry - prizes will be awarded in the following catergories Small Open Pony Large Open Pony Small Open Galloway Large Open Galloway Small Open Hack Large Open Hack

Small Hunter Pony Large Hunter Pony Small Hunter Galloway Large Hunter Galloway Small Hunter Hack Large Hunter Hack

Rider 12years and Under Rider 13yrs and Under 18yrs Owner Rider

instead of Newcomers classes

* NNSW Summer Hack Show - 5th September - @ Maclean Showgrounds *Alstonville Allbreeds - 10th October - @ Alstonville Showgrounds * Show Horse Clinics - Venue and instructors still to be finalised

Memberships are due - JOIN NOW lots of New things on offer

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RETURNING TO FIRST SEASON CLASSES FOR 2022

Horses must not have started under saddle prior to 27th May 2021

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The Horse Report 120th MURWILLUMBAH SHOW Tweed River Agricultural Society Ltd is forging ahead with plans to hold its 120th Show on 5 & 6 November 2021.

The ALL-NEW Horse Schedule will be available on www.murwillumbahshow.com.au by 1 September 2021. Check out the new classes and Beginner Ring now on offer.

TRAS has a full program of Ag. Show favourites over 2 busy days, a variety of trade displays, food, drink and world class entertainment planned for Show patrons.

Friday night Rodeo and sideshows. Saturday, Guy McLean, Aussie FMX, Fireworks, sideshows, great Aussie music, Branding Rail Bar open till late, and much more.

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

Registered by the APVMA in Australia for over 40 years, extennsive field experience has proven en KURITCH to be a most effective ve solution for both preventing and nd healing distressing skin conditions ns caused by biting insects.

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

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

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

Midges breed near stagnant water. er.

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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.