This burning summer: As a qualified equine nutritionist, LEISA HOFSETTER from Hof Equine sees a lot of confusion surrounding horses and their need for electrolytes. She explains what to look for… Have you ever wondered if your horse actually needs an electrolyte supplement? Depending on what you are feeding them, the answer may well …
Working her way to the top: There’s no doubt about it, Working Equitation is on the up and up in Australia, and at the forefront is this month’s Young Rider Poppy Douglas, who spoke to AMANDA MAC about her love of the sport. Working Equitation, which originated in Europe, has been growing in popularity …
The Birth of an Icon: One of the most versatile breeds in the world, the Australian Stock Horse has earned a truly remarkable place both in our history and in our hearts, writes AMANDA MAC. It was, as many of us can recall, a spectacular opening to the Sydney 2000 Olympics Opening Ceremony. A lone …
Polo – speed, skill and stamina: With goals scored at lightning speed, the game of polo is as exciting as it is skilled. AMANDA MAC spoke to top Polo player Jack Archibald for some top tips. Governed by the Australian Polo Federation and five State Associations, the game of polo is one at which Australia …
The real deal horse whisperer: CHARLIE BRISTER attends a clinic with Buck Brannaman and finds that timing is everything There are not many horse trainers running a clinic in Tamworth, in New South Wales, who would draw riders from Darwin, Hobart, Adelaide, Canada and everywhere in between. Then again, Buck Brannaman is not most horse …
Digestion does best when it’s as nature intended: The domestication of horses poses unique challenges for digestive health, writes DAWN BLACKWELL, who gives us an explanation of our horses’ digestive systems. If you think about the digestive process, digestion begins with chewing and the essential production of saliva. Your horse feels with her whiskers; grasps, …
The three rules of showjumping: If you want to up your jumping game, then you’re going to love the invaluable training tips top showjumper Brook Dobbin recently shared with AMANDA MAC. ‘It’s all in the preparation’ – a true-ism applicable to any number of endeavours, and most definitely to that of becoming a successful show …
The importance of kick-ass leg work: Picking up horse’s hooves safely and easily is an absolute essential for all of us, writes CHARLIE BRISTER Nearly every working horse I know has its hooves manicured more often than their owner’s toes get any attention. So making foot work a happy and relaxed time with the farrier …
Have yourselves a horsey little Christmas! ‘Tis the season to pick out some great gifts for your horse-loving family and friends, and to put a few on your own wish list too! The HorseVibes team have had all year to fine-tune their Christmas wish lists … and their combined efforts include everything from three-horse trucks …
A cut above: Addison Dudley may only be 12 years old, but she has a maturity that goes well beyond her years, writes AMANDA MAC. In a western style cutting contest, horse and rider work together to cut out a cow from a small herd of cattle and then prevent it from returning to the …
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