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Emily Hilton riding Milly On Air, winners of the Senior British Showjumping 1.30m Open at Codham Park 18th August.

Photo: Spencer Moret Photography

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FEATURES 10 BHS Eastern Regional News 12 Health & Welfare VetWatch: What can a urine sample tell us?

18 Worming 20 Special Report: RDA is looking for a new home 22 5 minutes with... Natasha Howard Though every attempt is made to ensure accuracy, PCD Media Ltd cannot be held responsible for the opinions expressed in the magazine.

The opinions and technical information in the articles are those of the authors.

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Euthanasia Pt1: Readers remember Nutrition: For the elderly Interview: Eva Kemplay says farewell to Ride n Drive Rugging Fashion: Be stylish this winter Stress: How to cope Rider Profile: Elli Darling Stabling Saddlery Bedding Ride Like: Sharon Hunt Reports

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PHOTONEWS 62 Think Pink Showing Show: Norton Heath 64 The Orsett Show: Orsett Showground 65 Rampton Horse Show: The Parkland 66 Summer Show: Glevering Hall 67 East Anglian Horse Show: Forest Edge Arena Newmarket Sponsored Ride 68 Jumpcross: Codham Park 69 Unaffiliated Showjumping: Codham Park 70 Cambridge Hunt Supporters Club Hunter Trials: Tetworth Hall 71 East Sussex Hunt Cubbing: Ridgewell

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REGULARS News 4 Your Comment 8 16 MetaFitness 23 EAST: Natural Horsemanship 72 Local Show Results 76 Classified 78 Vets in the Spotlight 80 Showdate Diary

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NEWS

Essex Hunt team take third place Seen here are Adele Rand, Gabrielle Sumner, Charlotte Meikle, Natasha Piper - The Mature Maxi Suffolk Junior Academy Team who took Silver in the National Inter Academy Show at Weston Lawns recently.

Visit www.hallingburyhall.com to see the new website for Essexbased International Dressage riders Sally and Alex Hardwick.

After five days of top class competition the East Essex Hunt branch ended up a very creditable third in the Virbac 3D Worming Open Team Show Jumping event from the sixteen teams represented.

This year the team comprised of Alicia Wilkinson, Hannah

Hardwicke, Lucinda May and Rosie Chinery.

The Virbac 3D Worming stand was busy throughout the show offering advice on the 3D Worming approach to responsible worming, including the

importance of correctly estimating a pony’s weight and how to avoid wormer ‘spit out’ with Virbac’s palatable tablets!

To find out more about 3D Worming visit www.3dworming.co.uk

Zara Phillips and Martin Corry judge picnic competition Success for For the second year running, duo Lucy Sharpley from Stamford and Laura Horrell from Peterborough were judged the winners of the Land Rover Tailgate Picnic Competition at Burghley Horse Trials 2015.

Three-day event rider Zara Phillips and ex-England Rugby player Martin Corry reviewed the al fresco diners before agreeing that Mrs. Horrell’s homemade sausage rolls were outstanding and announced the friends, once again, the Land Rover Tailgate Picnic Champions 2015.

Joanna Joanna Davis from Dagenham in Essex won the 3’0” Open Horse Championship at the Cricklands’ Senior Show Jumping Championships of Great Britain recently with her horse Tara Nova..

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Modern Pentathlon opens a new gateway to the sport in the East Modern Pentathlon was created by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, the founder of the modern Olympic Games, in 1912 and is based on the five activities that a military messenger might need on the battlefield in order to deliver his or her message. In the last four Olympics British Pentathletes have brought home five medals with the most recent being 22 year-old Samantha Murray’s individual silver, which was Team GB’s final medal of London 2012.

As part of an effort to bring the sport to a wider audience and excite and engage a new generation of participants from the Eastern region Saint Felix School, Southwold and Pentathlon GB, the national governing body for Modern Pentathlon, have teamed up to provide an Open Day for all-comers on Saturday 10th October.

The idea behind the day at Saint Felix is to allow individuals from all schools of all abilities to sample four

of Modern Pentathlon’s five disciplines (Running, Swimming, Fencing and Shooting) and to watch a demonstration of the fifth discipline (riding over obstacles). In addition there will be talks from coaches and current pentathletes and opportunities to ask questions.

For further information about the sport visit www.pentathlongb.org

A win for Luke!

Luke Humphrey from Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Book your tickets to the added to his second place inaugural Liverpool in the Dodson & Horrell International Horse 0.95m National Amateur Show which runs from Second Round by taking 1st-3rd January 2016 at the win in the Dodson & the Echo Arena.

Horrell National Amateur www.liverpoolhorseshow.com 1.05m Second Round held at Houghton Hall Equestrian Centre in Houghton, recently.

Luke’s victory came on his own 12 year-old grey mare Vintage fashion doesn’t normally spring to mind when thinking about horse Wendela N and in taking welfare, but at Redwings they go hand-in-hand as the Sanctuary launches its first place; he fought off very own boutique, Vintage Aylsham. the challenge from twentyFrom flappers to flower power, rockabilly to new three other combinations. romantic, the charity’s new vintage shop – opening The combination saved 2nd October at their Aylsham visitor centre in North their best until last, Norfolk – is set to be a treasure trove of original crossing the finish line with clothing, jewellery, shoes and bags dating from the all the fences standing in 1940s right up to the 1980s. just 36.36 seconds.

To donate items, please contact 01508 481070.

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NEWS

THINGS THAT GO ‘NEIGH’ IN THE NIGHT Ever wondered what horses and donkeys get up to after dark? Well, Redwings Horse Sanctuary is giving visitors to its Aylsham centre in North Norfolk a sneak peek behind the scenes this October!

With over 50 residents ranging from diddy Shetland ponies to statuesque thoroughbreds and impressive Friesians, not forgetting donkeys and mules, the Redwings Aylsham farm team have their work cut out caring for them 24/7. So what happens when the sun goes down?

On Wednesday 28th October and during the autumn half-term, Redwings is opening its doors for a special Aylsham After Dark event. Visitors will be treated to a tour of the centre by moonlight where they’ll meet all the wonderful horses and

donkeys along the way, as well as looking out for notorious escape artist Blackie – the life-size model horse!

Two tours of the centre are available on the evening – one at 7pm and another at 8pm – and offer a valuable insight into how the Redwings team care for their residents after dark, as well as answering any questions you may have

about what horses and donkeys get up to when the visitors have gone home, the centre closes and the sun goes down. Do horses sleep lying down or standing up? Are donkeys afraid of the dark?

The night-time really is full of excitement and intrigue; for some like Adoption Star donkeys Wiggins and Wacko the night means bedding down in a comfy

field shelter, for others it is full of possibilities – like cob Amigo, whose sensitivity to sunlight means he has to wear a UV rug by day, but by night he can happily disrobe and trot around to his heart’s content!

This year’s Aylsham After Dark event is set to be fantastic family fun and with a Halloween supper, gruesome games and a goody bag to take home visitors are in for a real treat (not trick!).

Advance booking is required for the evening

and spaces are limited so be sure to contact the visitor centre as early as possible to avoid disappointment – call 01263 732243, email aylsham.vc@redwings.co.u k or pop into the centre, Redwings Aylsham, Spa Lane, NR11 6UE. Adults can enjoy the fun for £10, payable on the evening, and kids go completely FREE! (Maximum three children per adult). Doors open at 6.30pm with the first tour kicking off at 7pm.

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Congratulations to our August winners...

Four riders from World Horse Welfare’s, Hall Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre in Norfolk recently rode ponies previously rescued by the charity at the 2015 SEIB Burghley Sponsored Ride on the 6th September in Stamford, Lincolnshire.

The World Horse Welfare pairs that took part in the ride were, Amy Gedge riding World Horse Welfare Sinbad, Philippa Fromm riding World Horse Welfare Ruby, Lorraine Holmes rode World Horse Welfare McCloud and Emma Purnell rode World Horse Welfare Flossie.

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Absorbine Rachel Chisnell, Essex; Eve Caffin, Essex; Mrs S Whitehand, Cambs; Lyn Clayden, Essex, Sue Ledger, Norfolk. Aloeride Miss H Parr, Cambs; Jessica Flack, Norfolk; Jackie Pinner, Essex. Back on Track Alexis Smith, Suffolk; Angela Saych, Essex.

Mark Todd Breeches Debbie Weymouth, Norfolk; Kayrah Waide, Suffolk. Safe-T-Ties Lucy Sykes, Suffolk; Liberty Sutherland, Essex; Lucy Melton, Suffolk. TrailerVision Sophie Hilliard, Essex. Verdo Horse Bedding Emily Lawrence, Norfolk.

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Jane Rackham: Why do you find it necessary and pleasant to roll in the dirtiest places.You don't like baths so WHY do it?!

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Donna-Marie Crane: Can we always be best friends?

Lorna Winn: I wouldn't ask my pony anything... he gives me his

If you could ask your horse one thing, what would it be?

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Anne Sinclair: How can I make your life better?

Cindy Emerton: Are you happy?

Tegan White: Do I own you or you own me?

Bianca Sian Hart: Why have you refused to come out of your stable for a month... Would you like a giant wheel to run round on as u clearly think ur a hamster who lives in a cage!

Stud in yesterday's newcomers? I am stiff and sore and would love to know if she is sore or aching.

Plus I have ruined my white breeches in the process - school sand stains!

Cher MassiveEast: Why won't you just do as I ask?

Niamh Roberts: What do you mean those jump fillers now have suddenly become scary, they weren't 10 minutes ago!

Georgia Davies: Why do you like to suck my nose when I ask for a kiss?

Georgia Key: Do you realise how much this is costing me (mum)?

Chrissy Dawson Leak: I would ask her from now on to blink once for yes so I could ask her yes no questions all the time. Is that cheating?

Leshka Torskyj: Which one of them keeps taking the fencing down and letting them into the Jessie Cook: Do you really love field with the long grass. me as much as I love you or do Amy Gill: I'd ask my boy why and you just neigh when I arrive how he's in pain to try and help because you want food? him stop rearing so I can trust him Hollee Godwin: Do you seriously to ride him properly and not break not realise you are a horse and my back again. Poor boy has ulcer not a dog? issues that we can't solve.

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BHS EAStErN rEgION NEWS

Sylvia Loch comes to Suffolk bringing the Classical Seat H

orse lovers in Suffolk recently celebrated after the British Horse Society, Suffolk, secured a rare dressage demonstration with International Classical dressage trainer, Sylvia Loch.

“I went to the Sylvia Loch demonstration recently.

It was an extremely enjoyable and informative demonstration at a lovely location. Thank you to all for organising and to our wonderful hosts.

More of the same please!”

Sandra Miller.

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Lecturing on 'The Classical Seat', Sylvia delighted the enthusiastic crowd at Water Farm Dressage Centre, in Raydon, with a variety of demonstrations for riders of every level.

Dedicated to improving a horse’s performance by enhancing a rider’s sensitivity, Sylvia's style of riding and teaching is both simple and progressive.

With it's dedicated focus on improving relationships between horse and rider, BHS Suffolk was delighted with not just the turnout, but with Sylvia's extensive

program. After 7-year-old professional superstar, Jamie Wood, demonstrated the natural suppleness and posture of children, Dan Spencer, organiser of this event, and BHS committee member, rode with Chrysi Warner to show not only an imaginative warm up, but also the different kinds of movements possible with horses at different levels.

Chairwoman of BHS Suffolk, Melanie Lawson, said, “Sylvia's quiet and warm manner is reflected in how naturally the horses work for her, not just in

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how well she connects with her audience. It was a fantastic afternoon for Suffolk riders. I know I am not alone in feeling totally inspired. When I was a young student there was nothing like this on our doorstep. If we wanted International training we had to travel long distances at great expense. I am personally very grateful to Sylvia, and to Water Farm for their friendly hospitality.”

Thanks also to Chrysi, Julianne and Wendie Fisher who all rode.

As the sun shone and the coffee flowed, Sylvia, the founder of the UK Lusitano Breed Society, and the Classical Dressage Club, delighted on-lookers by organising a fantastic demonstration with a beautiful Lusitano, owned and ridden by Julianne Fernandez. Sylvia helped Julianne maintain her Classical Seat while riding Shoulder In, Half Pass, Passage and Piaffe. One woman said, “She makes it look so easy.” To make dressage even easier for

everyone, Sylvia closed the afternoon with an unexpected demonstration on Prazer, her much loved Lusitano schoolmaster stallion. She showed how clear communication with a horse comes through correct posture and precise light aids.

For anybody interested in developing their dressage technique, go direct to www.sylvialoch.com or, for Suffolk riders, please lodge your interest with Melanie Lawson at BHS Suffolk.

“Sylvia's quiet and warm manner is reflected in how naturally the horses work for her.”

Melanie Lawson Chairwoman of BHS Suffolk

2015 Training Dates 7th Oct: CPD. Sitting for Success, 9.30am until 4pm, at Newton Hall EC, Swilland, Suffolk, IP6 9LT. 7th Oct: Equine Lecture Series at Royal Veterinary College, ‘Headshaking-What’s new?’

10th Oct: Park & Ride: Courtyard Farm, Ringstead, Hunstanton PE36 5LQ £5 parking plus £1 donation for map. Limited parking spaces so booking necessary please contact Ria on marietelanika@aol.com 19th Oct: Stable Managers Training Day, 9.30 until 4pm. Shuttleworth Equine Unit, Near Biggleswade, SG18 9HF. 20th Oct: Carole Broad FBHS Clinic, at Forest Edge Arena, Drymere, Swaffham, PE37 8AS 21st Oct: BHS Herts Social Evening, with local Bridleway news and guest speakers, at Wheathamspstead Village Hall, Marlford Road, Wheathampstead, AL4 8AY. 7.30pm.

26th Oct: BHS Cambs Social Evening with guest speaker, 7.30pm, at The College of West Anglia, Milton, Cambridgeshire.

For more details and how to book please go to the website www.bhs.org.uk/east For more details please contact: Janet Pamment, BHS Regional Development Officer on 07808 141076 or janet.pamment@bhs.org.uk www.bhs.org.uk

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HEALtH & WELFArE

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erhaps not the most glamorous of topics but examination of urine can tell us a surprising amount about a horse’s health. In addition to identifying problems within the urinary system itself, urine testing can also indicate health issues affecting other parts of the body.

Urine is usually passed from a horse in fairly substantial volumes and in a continuous stream while the horse adopts a typical posture, which all horse owners will recognise! Any variation from this normal behaviour may suggest a potential problem. For instance, if the horse appears uncomfortable or strains to pass urine, only passes small quantities at a time or dribbles urine involuntarily, this could indicate potential problems such as urinary obstruction or incontinence and will require veterinary investigation.

Normal horse urine is most frequently yellow to near colourless but can often appear ‘creamy’ coloured; this may be seen just at the start or the end of the stream and occasionally throughout. This change is due to the presence of calcium carbonate crystals in the urine, which is quite normal in horses. These crystals sit in the bladder and their place in the stream of urine simply reflects their position within the urinary tract. In cats and dogs urinary crystals are usually a concern but

in horses they do not cause problems most of the time; only on rare occasions do they result in cystitis. Sometimes small crystals join together to form bladder stones (Fig. 1) and if these get very large they can cause partial or complete obstruction.

Occasionally, crystals or stones can damage the urinary tract wall and cause the leakage of blood into the urine.

Urinalysis Urinalysis is a relatively simple, cheap and useful diagnostic test that can be used to check for a variety of conditions. Many substances circulating in the blood eventually make their way into the urine, where they may be detected. Like human athletes, performanceenhancing drugs may also be detected in the urine.

If you need to collect a urine sample for testing, a mid-stream sample, in a clean container, is best, but any sample collected this way will be of limited value when looking for bacterial infection as it is usually contaminated on its way out of the body. Urinary tract catheterisation (Fig. 2) provides a more representative, uncontaminated sample but requires sedation in most cases.

Ideally the sample should be examined within about 20-30 minutes of collection or be chilled to avoid changes that may alter

Fig. 2: Urinary catheterisation of a sedated gelding

the result and therefore the diagnosis.

Macroscopic examination Direct visual observation of a urine sample is the first part of urinalysis. Excessive cellular material, excess protein or crystals may cause cloudiness.

Discolouration of the urine can provide useful clues to the likely problem; red urine due to the presence of blood (haematuria) is most commonly associated urolithiasis (crystals or stones, as mentioned above), urinary tract infections (e.g. cystitis), drug toxicity and neoplasia (cancerous growths) and less frequently with tears in the urethra (the tube that connects the bladder to the outside).

The appearance of abnormal pigments can also cause marked discolouration of the urine; this is most frequently associated in

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e sample tell us?

VET PROFILE

By Mark Grant MA VetMB BSC PhD CertAVP(ED) BAEDT MRCVS Fig. 1: A 13cm x 9cm bladder stone removed from a patient which presented with blood in its urine and evidence of discomfort when urinating! The narrow part is moulded by the bladder neck, into which this stone would have been forced when the horse urinated, creating a ball valve effect.

Fig. 4: Brown urine (left) taken from a horse with Atypical Myopathy. Unfortunately, these horses rarely recover, even with intensive therapy.

results in a red-brown discolouration of the urine (Fig 3). Atypical myopathy (the result of muscle damage caused by horses with muscle damage. Tying Sycamore poisoning) also results in a dark brown discolouration of up (often referred to as ‘Monday urine (Fig 4).

Morning Disease’ or ‘Exertional Some changes, such as those Rhabdomyolysis’), the result of associated with certain drugs, exercise-induced muscle injury,

Fig. 3: Urine on left from a horse with post-exercise muscle damage. Normal urine on right.

food supplements, food dye and plants like beetroot, are benign but can result in quite an alarming spectrum of colours, from vivid orange to pink. Less benign, but no less dramatic, are certain rare urinary tract infections that can result in purple urine.

Mark Grant MA VetMB BSc PhD CertAVP(ED) BAEDT MRCVS RCVS Advanced Veterinary Practitioner in Equine Dentistry; BAEDT practical examiner Qualified: University of Cambridge, 1997.

Main interests: Mark is responsible for the sport and leisure horse clients at Rossdales. He spends most of his time providing a comprehensive range of equine ambulatory services including lameness evaluation, nonthoroughbred stud work, etc. He enjoys all aspects of veterinary practice but his special interests are internal medicine, ophthalmology and dentistry. In addition to a large routine dental caseload, Mark also spends some of his time at Rossdales Equine Hospital where he sees dental referrals (for tooth extractions, restorations and endodontics).

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HEALtH & WELFArE VetWatch continued

ATYPICAL Supporting MYOPATHY

SEASON STRIKES

Fig. 5: Dipsticks

Urine Dipstick Chemical Analysis This is usually the next step in urinalysis. A dipstick is a paper strip with patches impregnated with chemicals that undergo a colour change when certain constituents of the urine are present or in a certain concentration (Fig 5). A urine dipstick may be used to assess pH, protein content, glucose, bilirubin and the presence of pigments.

Normal horse urine is alkaline and should not contain protein, glucose or bilirubin, so the presence of these would indicate further investigation (e.g. blood testing) was required.

Specific gravity Specific gravity (SG) is determined by the presence of solutes and essentially it is a measure of concentration. A refractometer (Fig. 6) is used to measure the SG of the urine. Highly concentrated urine, which may appear dark yellow, has a high SG and is often caused by decreased water in-take or dehydration. At the other end

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Fig. 6: Refractometer

of the spectrum, very dilute, almost water-like urine has a low SG and may be associated with excess water intake, which can indicate certain diseases, such as diabetes (rare in horses) or kidney disease. Foal urine is normally very dilute compared to adults.

Microscopic examination Next, the urine is centrifuged (spun at high speed) so that all the cellular material is driven to the bottom of the tube. A drop of urine sediment examined under the microscope reveals useful information about the cell types present in the sample and is important in identifying evidence of inflammation and infection.

So, as you can see, something that your horse does regularly and to which you may have never given a thought, can in fact tell you a lot about their overall health and be an early indicator of a health problem. It pays to keep an eye on the less glamorous end of your horse!

Horse owners are advised by the British Equine Veterinary Association to identify sycamore trees on or near grazing land and take steps before the autumn to prevent the seeds falling where they are in reach of horses.

• Restrict access to seeds by using temporary fencing.

• Ensure horses have access to good quality uncontaminated pasture.

• Move horses off pasture at times of risk.

• Provide supplementary feed in the field to minimise the risk of horses being tempted to ingest seeds.

• Avoid leaving wet hay on the ground to rot.

• Discuss the risks and signs of AM with your veterinary surgeon.

• Being aware that a field without sycamore trees can still contain seeds spread by high winds or flood water.

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hanging seasons bring changing stress factors for all horses and ponies. The harsher conditions of autumn and winter are looming on the horizon with shorter daylight hours, weaker sunshine inputs, more frequent precipitation (rain, snow, sleet and hail), rising humidity (during fogs/mists) and a greater wind chill factor.

Another major factor is the decreasing quantity and quality of grazing; there is a real need for supplementary feeding of conserved forage (hay/haylage) as well as higher protein bucket feeds to help maintain weight, condition and body fat reserves (which provide insulation to help keep equines warm).

Further issues associated with colder seasons include increased challenges to the immune system and the liver and digestive systems.

However, all is not ‘gloom and doom.’ Indian Herbs Equine can provide a range of products to support the immune system in

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your horse’s immune

Autumn & Winter

by Ann Townsend B.Sc.(Hons.) of Indian Herbs Equine

terms of its functionality and efficiency. Ten day courses of Restore Boost sachets and Immu Plus sachets help support overall health; Restore Boost sachets support liver, digestive and metabolic processes themselves key lines of defence for the immune system - while Immu Plus sachets help reinforce the working efficiency of the immune system.

The benefits of these sachet courses are known to last for thirteen weeks before starting to fade. Equines under the age of ten can usually manage on courses at six month intervals but, for equines ten and over, regular courses four times a year are strongly recommended - at thirteen week intervals between the start dates of successive courses - for optimum benefits.

A further useful addition to the

feed bucket is the daily use of Stresscare which has been scientifically proven to tackle both physiological and psychological stress caused by a variety of factors. It is safe to use long term, whether for behavioural issues or for physiological issues, and helps to keep equines calm and relaxed while also supporting the immune system. Stabled horses often become more stressed within the confines of four walls - especially if they cannot have access to grazing or turn out yards. This can lead to stress-related vices such as wind-sucking and box walking.

Clipping of horses in work can often be a cause of great stress in nervous or excitable horses.

Other related health issues in autumn/winter include stressrelated damage to skin e.g. rain scald and mud fever. Stabled horses may tend to develop an allergy to airborne contaminants such as dust and fungal spores from straw bedding and hay/ haylage resulting in coughing, stressed lungs and compromised respiration e.g. R.A.O. (Recurrent Airway Obstruction). This needs careful management to prevent permanent damage to the delicate tissues in the lungs.

Airway Plus in the feed can help tackle this issue.

Further health issues associated with the colder months of the year when frost and snow are on the ground include the risk of cold-induced laminitis especially where there is a history of, or tendency towards, laminitic episodes. There are further issues associated with increased challenges to joint health, mobility and soundness especially in older equines where arthritic conditions may be present. Move Free Plus is an effective product to tackle such issues.

For further advice/information please call Ann Townsend on 01249 760664 at any time.

INDIAN HERBS EQUINE can provide specific nutritionally supportive herbal products which have been shown since 1992 to promote and support good health and well-being even in the harshest months of the year in all areas of the UK.

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HEALtH & WELFArE

Downtime halved for Buddy Garry Russell enjoys eventing ex-racehorses and his most recent purchase, the 16hh grey gelding Cottonfields, had already proven himself bold and enthusiastic when disaster struck in the form of a serious overreach injury. Garry's wife Cala takes up the story...

another ex-racer called Chester, or Da Floying Oirishman, who had come out of racing in poor condition along with many issues, including a previously fractured spine and chronic problems with his hind suspensory ligaments which is how Cala came across ArcEquine's microcurrent units.

She explains, "I'd been We first saw Cottonfields - Buddy - recommended to try an ArcEquine on a website where you can source and asked my vet Ben Gibson of ex-racers. He'd come over from the Catley Cross Equine Unit what he US with trainer Heather Main to thought. He said the evidence he'd Britain and was trained at seen was encouraging and on his Lambourn. recommendation, my insurer Then Kylie Manser, a former lady Stoneways Insurance, paid for one, jockey rang to say she had so Chester was the lucky recipient Cottonfields, so we went to see of ArcEquine microcurrent him. Well, he didn't really want to treatment and he subsequently canter and jump, but he seemed went back out eventing." to try, so he was duly delivered in Cala continues: "Buddy did his first February 2014, aged 8, basically unaffiliated One Day Event over an straight from the trainer.

80T course and seemed quite Garry, a full time telecoms bold. Then he did some engineer and Cala, who works full unaffiliated 90s last season and time as a civil servant, live near this season, we affiliated him and Lavenham in Suffolk and own he's done a few BE90s followed by

his first BE100.

"To help develop him, Garry was advised to take him show jumping and he'd entered his first 3’6" class in June. With only four in the jump off, he was the only one clear, and Garry's enthusiasm saw him push for a long stride at the last fence...

Buddy stood off too far, knocked a pole off with his chest, got it tangled with his front legs and his back legs 'overtook' them, resulting in an overreach.

"It was getting dark when we untacked him; he wasn't lame but in torchlight we could see down to the bone in the pastern, so we took him straight to the vets, where it was cleaned and stitched.

The vet advised it was so deep it would be two months before he'd be able to do any canter work and he came home bandaged from knee to hoof.

“After two weeks of bandaging, using the ArcEquine daily and changing bandages every third day, during which time he didn't

Bandaged and stitched post injury.

Week 4 post injury.

have any antibiotics or pain relief, there had been no swelling and the wound wasn't 'manky'. All but two stitches were removed and another week later, all the stitches came out and he started walking in-hand.

"At week four, we sent the vet some photographs and she said: ‘yep you're away’- and he was. He had his first flatwork lesson on 28th July, having started cantering before that.

"Buddy hasn't looked back and ArcEquine is part of our normal routine now, as we use them for a couple of days after an event to deal with any knocks and micro tears." www.arcequine.com

with Samantha Hardingham

If you fail to plan you... PLAn to fAiL I love this time of year, back from our holidays where I’ve had the chance to think about what life’s all about and how I’m going to progress and develop in all areas of life including my health and fitness goals.

Now that the competition season is year round there’s no let up, if the New Year is a time for you to plan the year ahead then that is probably already too late. The

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quote, ‘If you fail to plan you plan to fail’ is too true and so preparation is key in your competitive riding to achieve the goals that you desire for you and your horse.

So here are some questions to ask yourself and write down along with the answers so that you can stay committed, focused and achieve more – you can also use this exercise for all areas of your life

should you wish.

What is your ideal day? What do you want to do? Where do you want to go? What do you hope to achieve? What dreams do you want to manifest? Who do you want to work/train with? What ONE THING do you want to focus on? (This is where most people go wrong – they try and do too many things and never achieve anything). What worked for you last year? (If it

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COMPETITION IN THIS ISSUE WE ARE GIVING ONE LUCKY WINNER THE CHANCE TO WIN THESE SAFE-CARE PRODUCTS! Autumn is here and it’s time to dig out your clippers in anticipation of the winter months ahead! To help you achieve great results, Safe-Care Equine have a couple of essentials to help you ‘glide’ through the job in hand!

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to enter go online at www.absolutehorsemagazine.com and click the competitions page. Deadline is 31st October 2015.

worked for you previously it will probably work for you again so keep doing that – most people stop.) What didn’t work for you last year? (If it didn’t work then dump that thing!) In what areas can you improve? What happened on successful days – how did you feel? What happened on days that didn’t go so well – at which point and who or what was the trigger and how did you feel?

There is always room to improve especially in fitness and flexibility which accounts for a huge amount in riding, take this into consideration and if it’s one of the areas to improve on then start

making time for this over the winter. Break the year down into quarters and then prioritise the three most important things to get done in each of those quarters and hold yourself accountable to somebody. Accountability is key in progressing as they say ‘teamwork makes the dream work’!

Tel: 07740 047279 http://meta.fitness/home

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HEALtH & WELFArE

Worming: When summer turns to autumn

By Gillian Booth SQP of Westgate Labs The four seasons of the year are a good prompt to think about worm control, though not necessarily to actually dose your horse. First find out what is going on.

Autumn worm control is very similar to spring so as the year goes into the third quarter it’s time to test again. A low or clear worm count result means there is no need to use a wormer at this point.

Tapeworm control needs attention twice a year so if you are on a spring/autumn plan why not try the new Equisal saliva test this

year? Results show that the majority of horses don’t need routine tapeworm doses with only a quarter of tests proving positive.

Conversely some horses that have been wormed for tapeworm are coming up positive. I’ll talk more about this useful test next month.

Continue to remove any bot eggs you might see stuck to the leg hair. Bots will be treated in the winter worming quarter.

Wormer resistance continues to give cause for concern. Anyone simply dosing their horse all year without doing even one test is taking a big risk. At Westgate we

test many horses who have been on substantial dosing programmes and still have large worm burdens.

Moxidectin (in Equest) is still our

most effective and important wormer because it treats all stages of redworm in winter. There is only one other product to treat these important stages, five days

TAKING OUT THE GUESS WORK Are you guilty of guessing your horse’s weight rather than weighing before worming?

If so you could be in danger of under-dosing says Zoetis. Underdosing can cause worms to develop resistance to the wormers used and this can have a serious impact on how we may manage worm burdens in the future.

The issue of weight was recently highlighted in some case studies from a private yard in Suffolk.

Cindy is a 13.1hh Connemara mare in ‘summer’ condition. Her owner was very surprised when the weighbridge clocked her up to 380kg – a full 60kg more than was expected. Usually Cindy’s owner splits one wormer, designed for dosing a horse up to

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600kg in weight, between two similarly sized ponies, which means she has been significantly under-dosing.

Pop is a 16.1hh Irish Sport Horse gelding. His owner admitted that he is carrying a few surplus pounds but was shocked when he tipped the scales at 638kg. She had recently wormed him for a weight of 600kg - the maximum weight of the worming syringe she had bought.

Dec is a 16.3hh Warmblood. He is lean, lithe and competition fit but still weighs in at 674kg.

Wendy Talbot, Zoetis vet said: “Our case studies give a very real perspective on how easy it is to under-estimate the weight of our horses. Ideally you should weigh your horse at least once a year

using the accuracy of a weighbridge – several feed manufacturers offer a portable weighbridge service. Weigh tapes, although less accurate, are a great way to keep tabs on weight once you have the accuracy of the weighbridge weight to refer to and have factored in any discrepancies. Remember that

Vet Es documen sentials taking a tary series is n in at worm -depth look ing in program a new www.ho me. rsea country.t nd vetessen v/ tials

many horses will change in weight throughout the year.” www.wormingyourhorse.info

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of fenbendazole (Panacur) but this treatment is now almost useless in many places.

Recent studies* have shown an EPR, ‘egg reappearance period’ of only six-eight weeks for moxidectin in some cases. The EPR should be about twelve weeks. This is the first sign of developing resistance.

If the day comes when there are no effective wormers left to treat our wormy horses then we really are in a bad place.

Please keep moxidectin special and only use it for winter dosing to treat encysted redworm, and known wormy horses who really need it. *Veterinary Parasitology Volume 204, Issues 3–4, 29 August 2014, Pages 291–296 Thomas Geurden et al.

Virbac sponsored show producer Katie Jerram, International eventers and show jumpers Pippa and William Funnell of the Billy Stud and The Pony club are to feature in a new TV advertising campaign for Virbac 3D Worming.

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This lovely horse is owned by Nicola, who kindly did a trial of the “O-Mega Shine.”

Nicola took this photo and says: “Since using O-Mega Shine his skin, coat and mane are fantastic also his hoof quality has improved and I don’t have to bath him as often, as a groom is enough to make him shine, even on show days. I recommend this product to everyone.”

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SPECIAL rEPOrt

new home needed, Finding a new home often means running a whole range of emotions; it’s exciting, challenging, you’re hopeful and glad of the chance of a new start, but sad to be leaving your old home behind.

There are lots of things to do and once you’ve found your new home, the one that’s perfect for you with the right amount of space, there’s the dreaded packing and moving. Added to all of this is the actual cost of making this happen.

Now imagine what this might be like when your challenge is finding a new home for a charity that helps over 250 mentally and physically disabled children and adults to take part in either riding or carriage driving. This is all made possible by around 66 highly dedicated volunteers. Packing for them involves moving over a

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dozen horses, tack, carriages and a large indoor school plus all the other paraphernalia needed to provide a successful and longstanding service.

Riding for the Disabled (Hollesley Group) celebrate their 30th birthday this year and during this time they have helped many hundreds of children and adults to experience the joy and momentary freedom that riding a horse or driving a carriage provides. This year however, they also face the challenge of finding a new home.

For the past 22 years, since its move from Poplar Park, the Group’s home has been at Pettistree Hall Farm in Sutton.

Their current home has been generously provided by Suffolk

landowners, the Quilter family.

This arrangement ends in 2016 and the search for a new home is on.

Tessa Amos, one of the RDA’s volunteer instructors said, “We are extremely grateful to the Quilter

family who have provided us with a home for much longer than we ever expected. We know that it’s time to move on and are very positive about finding a new home. The Quilter family are being extremely helpful and supportive”.

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must have room for ponies!

Guy Quilter said, “It has been both a pleasure and a privilege to have the Group on the estate. We are doing everything that we can to support them during their search for new premises.”

Chris Clarke, of Clarke & Simpson, is leading the search for the Group’s new home which will need to include around 20 acres of grazing for their horses and ponies. Riding sessions are held 6 days a week all year round during school term time whilst carriage driving sessions take place 5 mornings a week from April to December. Horses all live out but do require shelter for the harsher winter months. Two or three stables would be ideal to care for sick or injured horses. As you

might expect, a dry secure tack room is needed, as are stalls for getting the horses ready for lessons.

Other things the Group need to operate are: • An area to ride and drive safely.

• An area to site the indoor school.

• An enclosed area to harness and load carriages.

For their clients, parents, carers and volunteers a community room with accessible toilet facilities is important, as is an area for parking.

So a long shopping list to consider in the search for the Group’s new home. Their

search continues with no firm options at this time. It is worth taking a moment to consider the value that they provide to all who come to their sessions, as without RDA, it’s possible that many of the adults and children who come to the Group’s sessions will

no longer be able to experience the valuable therapeutic exercise that riding and carriage driving provides.

If you feel that you can help, they would love to hear from you.

Please do get in touch with the Group via email enquiries@rdawoodbridge.org.uk Finding a new home is challenging, but with your help the Riding for the Disabled (Hollesley Group) can look forward to another 30 years.

Photos: Phil Smith and Charlie Mann www.photographyby.co.uk

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Location: Kesgrave, Suffolk.

How and when did you start riding?

I have been riding since I was 18 months old. My mum, sister and brother had horses when I was born, so they have always been part of my life.

I learnt to ride on my first pony, Lavender, and at the age of two I went to my first show at Bredfield.

After that we went out frequently to shows doing lead rein classes,

jumping and showing.

I then moved on to my next pony who I had for 8 years, Barham B Witched. She taught me a lot.

We went to all the local shows doing showing classes but we loved going to East Mersea doing the jumping.

We had such good fun together and had a great partnership but

sadly I outgrew her and had to move on.

I have now had Pippin for over 3 years. We bought him as a jumping pony, but with help from my instructor Fiona we have progressed so much, that we have excelled in all aspects of showing as well as jumping.

Now reaching 13 I have to move on again, now to a 14hh Connemara cross called Neptune.

We got Neptune about 4 months ago from Surrey. I am having great fun with him, going out jumping and having great results.

I still have my lessons each week with Fiona and we are working hard together and are making another great partnership.

Please tell us about your yard and horses?

We keep the ponies at the Manor Farm in Tuddenham. We have been with Janet and Julie Welham all my life. It’s a lovely farm, with beautiful grazing and plenty of off road hacking.

Over the years we have become very good friends with Janet and Julie, who we now look upon as family and I enjoy my time spent there.

What’s your favourite piece of kit/tack?

I love doing the tack and turnout classes, so my favourite piece of tack has to be my brow bands.

I have a lovely big pink one with diamante on it which has to be my favourite.

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My highlights: When I was 10 I won the championship at Make A Wish Show for showing on Barham B Witched. It was an awesome feeling, my mum and Julie were cheering and Cheryl was jumping up and down!

We also won several championships at East Mersea jumping.

Pippin and I have several championships from East Mersea jumping and a showing Reserve Championship from the Suffolk Punch Trust show.

Also this year I have got my black belt in karate. This was a big achievement for me, as I have been training with my brother Gavin since I was two and he brought me all the way to my black belt.

It was hard work with preparing myself for my grading but also keeping my ponies fit and ready for the shows, but all the hard work has paid off and I am having an awesome year.

What are your future plans?

My plans for the future are to carry on jumping and to go out and represent my school as I have joined the equine team, also to get Neptune to do a showing class, but most of all to enjoy my ponies.

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NAturAL HOrSEMANSHIP

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In this monthly column, EAST will be answering your questions on Natural Horsemanship...

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What a tricky situation to be in, how many dogs are you likely to come across in your average hack out?

Many I would guess. Having a horse that is that scared of them could easily become a dangerous scenario for you and her very quickly if it hasn’t already. She may have had a bad past experience but what she needs is for you to be a good leader for her so that she can overcome her fear of dogs. As Linda says, it’s not about the... in this case it’s the dog.

Picture this, you are asked to walk past something that you are terrified of, you think it’s capable of eating you, not just hurting you but you are its dinner. How would you feel? Would you stick around for long? What if you were with someone who knew how to help you get through that situation and to still be alive at the end of it. That would feel really good, you’d have a lot of trust in that person and you’d probably say ‘yes’ to whatever they asked of you because you knew that they will keep you safe from harm and you’d always be

My mare is scared to death of dogs. If someone's walking a dog near us, or we have to pass a house with dogs, she's practically out of control and is really anxious. I've only had her a few months, so I don't know if she had a bad past experience – help!

OK. That’s how your horse is feeling. She’s scared for her life and what this dog might do to her and she’s looking out for her own safety, no matter what that may take. What you can do to help her is to have an understanding of her needs, have communication with her so that in those times of uncertainty she’ll look to you for guidance and leadership. That’s where Horsenalities and the Seven Games is going become very valuable to you. Knowing about Horsenalities is going to help you to have an understanding of the type of horse that she is; is she a thinker or a reactor?

Does she run or freeze?

This information gives you information that can then help you have a clear picture of what

kind of leader she needs and what strategies will help her and your relationship with her. The Seven Games gives you the language so that you have communication with her both on the ground and on her back.

Once you have the Seven Games going then you’ll notice that your relationship will change and discover that it’s not about the dog... it’s about your relationship.

For further information contact the Parelli UK team on 0800 0234 813 or visit www.parelli.com

Linda Parelli at HOYS Linda Parelli will be flying in from America to attend the Horse of the Year Show to support Parelli UK over the show - October 7th to 11th.

The team will be back in action at the event in the Interactive Savvy Area and Linda will join them for a variety of presentations.

These fascinating demonstrations will be unmissable and an excellent opportunity to watch one of the masters of Parelli Natural Horsemanship in action. It will certainly be a brilliant addition to the already action-packed schedule.

EAST is a group of Parelli Professionals based in East Anglia who teach the Parelli Programme to individuals in the area, either with one to one tuition or group lessons.

You can find more information or locate your local instructor at: www.parelliinstructors-eastanglia.co.uk

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EutHANASIA: PArt 1

Hardest decision...

EUTHANASIA (ALSO KNOWN AS ‘PUTTING TO SLEEP’ OR ‘PUTTING DOWN’) IS SADLY SOMETHING THAT MANY HORSE OWNERS HAVE TO FACE.

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he reality is that very few horses simply pass away peacefully due to old age. In most cases their health and quality of life will have seriously deteriorated before they reach this point and human intervention is needed.

With horses, there is also the everpresent risk of serious illness or injury that may necessitate euthanasia unexpectedly in a horse of any age.

Because horses are unpredictable, it is important to be prepared for what you would do in the event that your horse needs to be euthanased, even if it may seem something that you think only

needs to be a concern in the far distant future. Dealing with an emergency is difficult enough without having to make some very hard decisions on the spot and under pressure. By understanding the processes and options available to you if you have to take this course of action and by making appropriate plans you can reduce the trauma of what will inevitably be an extremely upsetting time.

Excerpt taken from the ‘Advice on Euthanasia’ booklet available from www.bhs.org.uk See the November edition for Part 2 of this series.

For many horses, the decision to put them to sleep will need to be taken when their quality of life deteriorates. However, it is not always easy to assess quality of life, particularly if you see the horse every day. This makes it When and Why? There is no straightforward answer difficult to notice gradual changes. Although each horse will to the question of what reasons be different, the following points justify the decision that a horse should be euthanased, apart from may help when trying to assess quality of life: the obvious exception of catastrophic illness or injury. Every • Is the horse able to move around freely, particularly when situation is different and turned out? As a minimum he veterinary or professional advice should be comfortable in walk, should always be sought where trot and, ideally, canter. any doubt exists.

A reader remembers...

I would like to tell you about Carnival Prince (Khan) the bravest, kindest horse I've ever known. He was left to die in a field as a baby, got diagnosed with navicular and abnormal suspencorys age 5 and retired, before he retired he was a very successful show horse and was loved by all who knew him.

Khan was diagnosed with a cancerous tumour in his lymph gland in 2010 and lost his battle in 2013 aged 12.

Joy Irvine

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• Does the horse have equine company in which he can mix freely without being bullied?

• Is the horse able to lie down and get up again unaided and without too much difficulty?

• Is the horse able to eat and chew comfortably? All horses have a behavioural need to be eating forage for most of the day.

If the horse is unable to do this (probably due to worn teeth) then it is time to consider his future. A loss of weight is one indicator that he is having problems chewing.

• Is the horse generally healthy?

A reader remembers...

Bali Strong, my beautiful dark horse went to sleep on 23/6/15 at the age of 21. He raced until he was 10 years having wins and placings. In our 11 years together we competed in dressage, sj, xc, team chase, sidesaddle and regularly hunted with the Essex and Suffolk and East Anglian bloodhounds.

Very genuine, kind horse. In the end, years of poor foot conformation took its toll and we couldn't keep him sound even with corrective shoeing. It would have been unfair for me to keep such a hard working boy, who loved his work in a field for the rest of his days.

Kim Johnson

Or is he suffering from any chronic conditions that are affecting his wellbeing? An example of this might be Recurrent Airway Obstruction – has his breathing deteriorated to the point where he is persistently uncomfortable?

• Does the horse seem ‘happy’?

If he seems lethargic and depressed, perhaps with dull eyes and coat, then it may be time to take action.

The above list is not intended to be comprehensive but does contain some useful pointers. If you are in any doubt as to your horse’s quality of life then you should consult your vet.

Other instances in which euthanasia should be seriously considered include: • A horse that has become dangerous to handle or ride. The safety of people must remain paramount and if a horse genuinely compromises this, and reasonable steps to correct its behaviour have failed, then euthanasia should be considered as a viable option.

• Lack of other options. If an owner’s circumstances have changed so that they are no longer able to keep a horse and there are no straightforward options for rehoming, then euthanasia is often warranted.

This may, for example, be the case with an older or unsound horse that has little or no value on the commercial market. Most sanctuaries are not in a position to take on such animals, which leaves very few safe alternatives.

In these instances, it may be prudent to consult your vet and insurance company in order to establish whether you are covered Continued over page

The Suffolk Pet and Horse Crematorium is located near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk and has been established for 16 years. Bill Phizacklea and his wife Margaret, a practicing vet, opened the crematorium.

"I have ridden all my life and owned many pets so I understand how important it is that we deal with the loss of any animal sensitively and with compassion."

Horses and ponies can be collected from your premises in a specially adapted trailer. Bill continues, "If you wish, we are able to arrange to attend at the same time as your veterinary surgeon, and some clients wish for us to liaise with the attending vet on their behalf. this is a service we are happy to offer." the ashes will then be returned to you in a wooden casket with a name plate or alternatively in a biodegradable scatter box. the mane and tail can be washed and returned to you as a keepsake, and they can also remove and clean a shoe. there is a Lake of remembrance at the Suffolk Pet and Horse Crematorium with beautiful resident black swans who have been with Bill for years. "the lake is in a very peaceful location and one of outstanding natural beauty. It makes the ideal spot to scatter your pets ashes if you so wish or to reflect and remember your beloved animal away from the hustle and bustle of life," said Bill.

Bill can also recommend a professional pet bereavement counselling service if needs be. www.suffolkpetcrematorium.com

A reader remembers...

I had my horse Woody put to sleep 6 weeks ago. I had a drastic change in circumstances which meant I could no longer afford to give him the best care he needed. He was 23-years-old and had manageable arthritis. I took the decision to euthanase because I'd heard too many horror stories of horses ending up in terrible situations.

I was with him at the end and I have the peace of mind knowing he never suffered.

Jess Hatcher

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EutHANASIA: PArt 1

A reader remembers...

Peaceful Pets are located in Norfolk, and have been established for nearly 20 years.

"Peaceful Pets specialise in equine cremations and we are one of the few equine crematoria that possess a cremator large enough to cremate a horse in its entirety. Our prompt 24 hour service is both compassionate and professional. We are based in Norfolk but we operate nationally," said proprietor Antony ringer.

"We have a number of trailers for the efficient and discreet removal of all equines big or small. We would arrive with a suitable vehicle equipped with a motorised winch. We pride ourselves on our sensitivity at this distressing time and have had many compliments from grateful owners saying we made a very difficult day a little easier to bear.

We have many years of experience collecting horses and even if they pass away in the stable, it will not be a problem. We do not ask you to be present if you would prefer not to be," Antony continued. www.peacefulpets.org.uk

in these circumstances. However, it is never acceptable to allow a horse to suffer or have its welfare compromised for financial or insurance reasons.

The widely held perception that life should be preserved at all costs must change. Euthanasia is often the most responsible course of action and the most appropriate to a horse’s welfare. It is far more welfare-friendly to give a horse a dignified and timely end to its life than to allow it to suffer or be passed from home to home, facing an uncertain future.

There is much truth in the old adage ‘better a week too soon than a day too late’. Euthanasia can often be viewed as the ultimate way in which to prevent suffering rather than being a welfare issue in itself.

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A reader remembers...

This is my beloved ex-racer who was put to sleep at the young age of 10 due to severe arthritis.

Sitting with her when she went was probably one of the worse things I will ever have to do but for the right reasons as she couldn't suffer. I miss her dearly and her cheeky ways.

Hannah White

My thoroughbred Toby was given to me and I had him 12 years before he became ‘old’ at about 25ish. He was my best friend and helped me through tough times at school. I was always a loner and loved being with my boy.

On Friday 29th August 2014, I booked the final visit from the vet a couple of weeks in advance. I asked for the vet who I knew and trusted and arranged for the cremation company who we have used many times before for all our pets to meet down the yard with the vet.

I held my special boy close, kissing his soft muzzle, his warm breath down my neck, telling him how much I loved him. The vet gave him his injection and backed a couple of steps from Toby. There was a Œdead¹ bit of time where everything stopped. Toby stood still. The vet stood still. We all stood still.

Then he dropped. Flat out on his side. He lay still. I flew to him. I regretted it. I knew it was best for him as he wouldn¹t last the winter and I wasn¹t going to let him suffer. I let him go while he was still happy.

My boy looked as though he was sunbathing. Flat on his side with his legs out. We let our other two horses sniff him to help them understand. The vet gave me all the time I needed. I walked away with my parents and our other two horses as the cremation company and vet loaded my boy up and took him away. Part of my heart is in heaven. Yes it broke me. No I¹m not healed.

There are people and companies out there who can help you though this sort of ordeal. I am still receiving help now.

Sam Moore

W. Martin and Son are located at Row Green, near Braintree in Essex, and have been established for over 120 years.

"We provide a full range of cremation services to suit your needs which includes humane dispatch and discreet collection from your home or veterinary practice," explained Vikki Wilkins.

"We operate a 24-hour call out service to those needing urgent assistance. You can call us directly to organise a cremation, or your veterinary practice can make the necessary arrangements." www.wmartinandson.co.uk

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Bill Phizacklea and his wife Margaret opened the Suffolk Pet and Horse Crematorium in 1999 after realising how important the loss of a pet can be.

Bill has ridden all his life and as the owner of many family pets realises how important it is to deal with the loss of an animal sensitively. For this reason Bill is keen to offer his services directly to pet owners making the cremation more personal and tailored to individual needs.

Bill Phizacklea, Suffolk Pet & Horse Crematorium, Lower Farm Great Saxham, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP29 5JT Telephone: 01284 810 981 | Fax: 01284 811 709 Email: bill@suffolkpetcrematorium.com www.suffolkpetcrematorium.com

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NutrItION “I have always believed in ensuring that my horses are fed according to their age, work and lifestyle”

Care for the

elderly

Carl Hester

By Dr Tom Shurlock of British Horse Feeds What does winter mean to us?

Shorter days, colder weather and less inclined to go out? It means exactly the same to your horse.

However, unlike ourselves where lights, central heating and a change in our routine allow us to adapt, the horse potentially, and the veteran especially, has a more difficult time.

Shorter days mean less feeding time and, for an animal that requires an almost continuous intake - less intake. Reduced intake means less energy and colder days require the horse to generate, or retain, more heat.

For the veteran intake can be a problem at the best of times.

Poorer dentition and reduced appetite (in part due to a reduction in the natural rhythms and secretions of the gut) needs to be offset with a more specialist diet that compensates for these limitations, such as a good

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veteran mix and the provision of super fibre. However these may be needed all year round and changes may be needed during the cold winter months.

The major challenge over winter is to maintain body heat within the Zone of Thermoneutrality – the environmental temperature range within which a horse can maintain its core body temperature without resorting to extreme methods; that is shivering or sweating. For a mature animal the lower temperature is around 7ºC, but for the veteran it can be considerably higher.

Insulating the veteran is the first step. Stabling, or a good rug are physical steps we can take, but feeding up during autumn will add a layer of fat beneath the skin – the best insulation you can get.

Feeding Veteran Care Mix, with its broad selection of milk (adult horses do produce lactase in sufficient quantity), sugars and

oils will not only provide extra energy that can be laid down, but also essential nutrients – such as CLA - that helps to maintain the skeleton and soft tissues during the stress of cold weather.

The second step is providing heat. Feed Veteran Care Mix, Speedi-Beet or Fibre-Beet as hot mashes.

Cold feed and water will chill the gut and energy will be expended to combat this.

The third step is to increase the amount of fermentation in the hindgut. This will generate more heat and provide more absorbed nutrients to metabolise. 80% of metabolisable energy is used to maintain body temperature in the veteran during winter and this can be supplied with Super Fibres. www.britishhorsefeeds.com

Saracen Horse Feeds are celebrating twenty years of feeding the older horse both in work and retired, with the help of Carl Hester MBE and two of his most beloved veteran competition horses Liebling and the late great Dolendo. Both horses are now featured on the packaging of the new improved Saracen Veteran Mix. Saracen Horse Feeds Senior nutritionist Lizzie Drury explains, “Both rations contain high levels of digestible fibres and oil to help reduce the reliance on starch in the ration, thus helping to make these feeds more forgiving on the veteran digestive system. Essential chelated minerals, optimum levels of vitamins and antioxidants help to support immune status, health and vitality, while high levels of quality protein help to maintain cell renewal, tissue and muscle repair.” www.saracenhorsefeeds.com

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Growing old gracefully Just because a horse becomes older does not necessarily mean that its competitive working career is finished.

Regular work combined with every day turnout will help the horse's general health and wellbeing. This work will also help keep their muscles toned and joints supple.

If you have a veteran that shows no specific age related problems and is still enjoying an active life then the main priority is to continue to feed a suitable ration according to bodyweight and workload. If you feel your veteran may benefit from a senior specific feed then there are many specialist feeds on the market,

such as Senior Support which supplies elevated nutrients levels to help allivate the symptoms that bring on the aging procees.

For retired veterans that do lack condition it is important to allow them access to ad-lib forage. A high oil feed will help improve overall condition but it is important to remember when feeding a significant amount of oil to support the diet with correct nutrients, specifically antioxidants and vitamin E. Impaired chewing ability due to loss of teeth or poor tooth condition is one of the main reasons older horses start to lose weight. It is recommended that older horses are fed a soft, leafy

April is a 21-year-old ID x tB owned by tracey Bruce. As a youngster she was shown inhand but a chip bone fracture ended her competitive career early, and she has been kept in light work ever since. As old age caught up with her she became increasingly stiff, so she was started on rowen Barbary Senior Support.

"My horse has been given a new lease of life. She is now worked more than she has been since she was a youngster and readily shows that there is plenty of life left in her! She can give the youngster in the ďŹ eld a run for their money," said tracey.

forage as the more stalky a forage looks the more indigestible material it will contain. However, if your horse is unable to eat hay then fibre should be provided through a hay replacer such as ReadyFibre Mash.

Mobility issues are common in older horses, particular those that

have had a hard working life. If you decided to feed a veteran specific feed a joint supplement should already be included as a prerequisite but there are a wide range of supplements available such as Supple that can help with the discomfort. www.rowenbarbary.co.uk

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NutrItION

Dougie (age 23) with his owner, Mireille West

Important role of

Linseed oil Linseed (Linum usitatissimum) - also known as flaxseed in some parts of the world - has been cultivated for many centuries and used in both human and animal nutrition for much of that time, as our ancestors found many health benefits using both the ground seeds, and more recently, the cold pressed oil.

Older horses, especially those who have had a busy competition life, can face challenges to their health and wellbeing as they approach later life and it is important to ensure their feed and management programmes are designed to help overcome these challenges.

Joint stiffness and reduced immune competence are two of the most common problems faced by veteran horses and there is a great deal of anecdotal evidence, and indeed some supporting scientific research, that linseed oil, typically fed at a rate of

between 25 and 75 mls per day (depending upon bodyweight) may help alleviate some of these symptoms.

Linseed oil contains many important compounds, including Omega 3, Omega 6 and Omega 9 fatty acids. Linseed oil is unique amongst the widely fed vegetable oils as it contains a ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6 fatty acids in approximately the same ratio as grass - about 4: 1. It also contains the highest levels of an important Omega 3 fatty acid called alphalinolenic acid (or ALA), which has several important roles in the body, one of which is helping to reduce inflammation and so may help to reduce stiffness in older joints.

ALA also plays a role in the immune system and can help to support the less efficient immune responses sometimes found in older horses. Fresh grass is the main source of ALA in the wild and because many horses have

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restricted access to good quality pasture, especially in the winter months, the inclusion of linseed oil in the diet of older horses, particularly if they are stabled, will help to ensure that they receive adequate levels of this important fatty acid.

The fatty acid profile of linseed oil has long been known to help promote healthy skin and a glossy coat and this will also be of benefit to older horses, to help protect them from the elements in inclement weather.

An interesting recent study has shown that feeding certain key fatty acids (found in cold pressed linseed oil), including ALA, to insulin resistant horses may help to increase insulin sensitivity.

Many older horses and ponies experience some degree of insulin resistance, perhaps associated with Equine Metabolic Syndrome or Cushings disease (also known as Pars Pituitary Intermedia Dysfunction or PPID).

Although this study was not conclusive this early indication and the benefits outlined above continue to indicate that linseed oil can be a very useful addition to the diet of older horses and ponies.

(It should be noted that linseed oil is also extracted from the seeds using solvents and other chemicals, and then used in furniture treatments and other industrial uses, and this should NOT be fed to horses. Always purchase linseed oil from feed merchants or health food shops, and check it is cold pressed or labelled ‘food grade’). www.horsehage.co.uk

Feeding a balanced diet is important when it comes to veterans, and especially during the colder months when older horses can lose condition quickly and many struggle to get it back.

As horses get older their digestive system can be compromised and become inefficient at absorbing nutrients from the diet, therefore a balanced diet with enhanced levels of vitamins, minerals and nutrients is required.

As horses get older their appetite can also decrease so feeding a high quality and trusted balancer, which is nutrient dense, will ensure they are getting everything needed in their diet without having to feed large quantities of hard feed, and mimics a more natural ‘trickle feeding’ diet.

All of the Blue Chip balancers contain a probiotic yeast which can double the digestibility of fibre in the diet, meaning that they will get twice as much ‘warming energy’ out of the fibre in their diet.

The small pellets of Blue Chip balancers make it easier for older horses to eat and it can be fed by hand if necessary or could be made into a tempting mash by the addition of warm water. www.bluechipfeed.com

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COMPETITION

Win tHESE fAntAStiC BLUE CHiP GooDiES! 2 lucky winners will each receive; • A tub of Blue Chip Super Concentrated Calming Balancer • A Blue Chip Saddlecloth • A Blue Chip Baseball Cap 6 lucky runners-up will each receive; • A Blue Chip CarrotCalm Syringe • A Blue Chip Baseball Cap

to enter go online at www.absolutehorsemagazine.com and click the competitions page.

Deadline is 31st October 2015.

Product news Horslyx offers a balanced source of easy to eat and digest, high specification vitamins and minerals.

RRP: From £10.75. www.horslyx.com

Aloeride is a pure organic aloe vera supplement, which not only helps promote a healthy, shiny coat, but also helps to support your veteran’s immune system.

RRP: £55.20 (1 months supply). www.aloeride.co.uk

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TopSpec Senior Lite Feed Balancer is a very palatable ‘Non-Heating’ very low calorie feed that contains a multisupplement including the levels of micronutrients and digestive aids normally only found in high quality specialised supplements.

RRP £31.50. www.topspec.com

COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCED...

After an amazing response to the competition, Blue Chip have chosen their winners for the dressage sponsorship package.

Over a period of a month nearly 9,000 votes were cast for the five finalists in the restricted and open sections. The winner in the open section was 31-year-old Elli Darling from Suffolk. Elli started riding as a child whilst living in Sweden and Brazil and although she has a degree in fine art she has been working with horses since leaving university. Elli trained with Hannah and Becky Moody before starting up her own training yard in Suffolk, she has three horses and two youngsters.

Her greatest achievement was

winning the North West Regional Championship and plans to compete at premier leagues and ride her first Intermediare I test.

Blue Chip were delighted with the response to the competition, Blue Chip’s founder Clare Blaskey said, “Congratulations to Elli and Jade, the team at Blue Chip very much looks forward to working with them to help them achieve their goals.”

See Elli’s profile on page 46.

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INtErVIEW

We spoke to Eva Kemplay, 81, proprietor of Ride and Drive about her impending retirement...

What is the history of Ride and Drive?

We’ve been at the current shop since 2000, and the previous venue was The Saddle Boutique that I opened in 1964. We moved because The Saddle Boutique was like a postage stamp, it was so small How did the name-change come about – did it coincide with the move?

Having a ‘boutique’ was the scene in those days; everything had to be a ‘boutique’. I didn’t register The Saddle Boutique and a lot of people followed in my footsteps and used the same name. The name ‘Ride and Drive’ came about when we moved premises, expanded our product range and started stocking driving gear as well.

What changes have you seen over the years?

Rugs have seen the biggest change. You used to only be able to get the oldfashioned jute rugs – they were dirty, smelly old things. They

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“thank you to my loyal customers who have supported me over the years.” were a very heavy product to move and pull about. Then it was either Husky or Lavenham that brought out the quilted rugs and jackets and everybody thought they were marvelous. Nowadays you get sky blue, pink ones and all sorts of colours. It’s the same with clothing – look at the colours you get now, all colours under the rainbow. And who would of thought you could get sparkly browbands and sparkles on everything!

The shop has always been massively successful, so what would you say is the secret to your success?

A very important point as far as I’m concerned is that I make you feel as though you are the most important person I have ever served.

It’s about personal attention and remembering people’s names first and foremost.

Also the shop must always be kept clean, and you yourself presentable.

What challenges have you faced over the years?

Foot and Mouth Disease hit just as we moved in to the new shop. I must admit, the Government came down with ‘you mustn’t drive here, you mustn’t drive there’ and we were right in the middle of field upon field of sheep all around. Every paddock had sheep on it. We were very reluctant to have customers through the door. I said to Neecey one morning ‘this is the worst move we ever made, we’re not ever going to get out of this’. They really were bleak months. I did cry over that. I’ve seen several recessions too, it’s been up and down like a yoyo, but you train your resources accordingly.

What advice would you give to someone embarking on a career in retail in the equestrian sector?

With younger people coming in to the industry they can get to grips with IT; I can do IT work but I’m not as clever as most as you can

quite imagine. If I had my time again I would explore websites and such as I see them as the way forward. Also to work hard; what money you do make put back in to the business and keep turning it over.

Leaving a lifelong career would be a big adjustment for anyone, but what are you most looking forward to about your retirement?

My gardening is my hobby; I love my garden, always have done. Any spare time is spent gardening. My life has always centered on the shop so I don’t go out and socialise much now. I’ve always spent 99% of my time in the shop – I’ve never been any different.

Eva’s Retirement Sale has started – it will run until the end of november or until stocks last.

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ruggINg

Winter Rugs:

Under wraps WE’VE TEAMED UP WITH SHADOW HORSE TO OFFER ONE LUCKY READER A MEDIUM TURNOUT RUG!

Winter goes hand in hand with sufficient rugging up of your horse, to ensure they stay warm and dry through this predominantly cold and wet season.

Human interaction with horses including trimming, clipping, bathing and grooming can reduce a horse’s natural ability to regulate his own body temperature depending on the environmental conditions. A fully clipped thoroughbred that struggles to keep weight on is going to need to be more ‘rugged up’ than a well conditioned, hardy native pony in a full coat.

It is also necessary to ensure that he is not over rugged either, as this is not only uncomfortable for him, it can lead to sweating skin rashes, rubbing and

in extreme cases sores and abscesses.

It is essential to make sure that your horse’s rug fits properly. It should have a soft, padded area on the withers to prevent soreness and the rug should fit snuggly but not too tight. A thin, lycra stretch bib can be used underneath to help prevent rubbing. A rug should be fully breathable and allow to the horse full freedom of movement. Be sure to change your horse’s rug regularly and check for any damages that should be attended to straight away. When the weather gets very cold and wet, layering is often a better solution than using one very heavy rug. www.equestrian.com

Product news The Smartex rug has an outer shell made from Ballistic nylon which is waterproof, breathable and extremely tough. The Stay-Dry lining quickly wicks away moisture from the horse’s skin, leaving it dry and comfortable at all times. Smartex Rain from £160.00 to £189.00. Combi Neck: £69.00 www.bucas.com

The LeMieux Four Seasons Rug can function as a top of the range cooler, wicking away moisture through its top layer, whilst the fleece lining allows airflow to keep your horse warm and dry. Deep rolled back collar for maximum comfort and security of the rug.

RRP: £74.95.

When it comes to choosing a warm rug, weight doesn’t always dictate warmth especially in relation to the Kensington Rugs ‘Platinum Collection’ available exclusively through online retailers Shadow Horse.

This new generation of rug with it’s intelligent fabric technology and lightweight filling ensures that they can be worn comfortably in both hot and cold temperatures from -6ºC – 22ºC dependent on which of the two versions you choose.

This 100% waterproof, outer shell is threaded through with a Teflon and Lami-Cell coating, which helps keep the rug clean and breathable whilst protecting and extending the life of the rug.

The rug’s filling is ‘Hollow-Fibre Fill’ which gives the impression of a much denser insulation without the associated weight.

Sizes from 5’9” to 7’3” Priced from £155. www.shadowhorse.co.uk To enter visit www.absolutehorsemagazine.com Closing date 31st October

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ruggINg

Rugs for life Amigo Vari-Layer Stable Rug Plus uses additional layers of fibre-fill across the back and hips for heat retention and comfort with less bulk.

Sizes 5’6-7’0 RRP: from £92.

Rambo Supreme with Vari Layer has increased fibre-fill across key areas trapping more heat with less weight.

Sizes 5’6-7’3. RRP: from £290.

Rhino Plus Turnout uses four layer barrier technology to protect the waterproof and breathable layers underneath. Sizes: 5’6-7’3 Pony Collection, 3’9-5’9.

RRP: from £135.

30 Year Limited Edition Rambo Duo

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The ultimate all season rug in our iconic Green with Red Trim, exclusive to A/W15 collection.

Made from tough waterproof and breathable 1000D ballistic nylon, 100G fibrefill inner, antibacterial polyester lining. Comes with detachable 300G liner. Surefit neck design, patented Vfront closures, leg arches, reflective safety strips, 150G hood, and three cross surcingles. Sizes 5’67’3 RRP£ 310.00 RRP: £310

RE HORSEWA IRMAX R AMBO A lows your COOLER al down ol co horse to ring he slowly, ensu mfortable, remains co ier ill even in ch s. temperature 3.

Sizes 5’6- 7’ 0. £6 P: RR

Amigo Hero 6 is waterproof and breathable with a 600D polyester outer with shine enhancing polyester lining.

Sizes 5’6-7’0, Pony 3’9-5’9.

RRP: from £75.

Amigo Bravo 12 Plus XL Cut to fit the larger horse with a more generous neck and drop, and optimum dart placement. Made from a strong waterproof and breathable 1200D polyester outer, fibrefill for warmth and a shine enhancing polyester lining. Sizes 5’9-7’6 RRP£165.00 (400G) Amigo Bravo 12 Plus Sizes: 5’6-7’3 and Pony Collection 3’9-5’9.

RRP: from £145.

Rambo Ionic Therapy Stable Sheet increases blood flow and circulation bringing increased levels of oxygen to muscles to help clear toxins. Sizes: 5’6-7’3.

RRP: £140.

Night Rider offers 360 degree visibility to horse and rider.

Waterproof and breathable it comes with a detachable Amigo Hero 6 Petite Plus neck cover and extraTurnout and Petite Plus Stable long tail flap. Not has a tough, waterproof and available until breathable outer. Both are lined November. Size: S-XL. with a smooth, shine enhancing RRP: £110. polyester inner. Sizes: 2’9-3’9.

RRP: from £65.

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FASHION

Stylish for winter !

IF YOU THOUGHT WINTER WAS ALL ABOUT DRESSING LIKE A YETI IN THE PURSUIT OF WARMTH, THEN DESIGNER AND MD OF EQUESTRIAN FASHION CLOTHING BRAND EQUETECH, LIZ HAYMAN HAS SOME ADVICE FOR DRESSING FOR WARMTH AND LOOKING STYLISH THIS WINTER..

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Just because winter means searching for clothing with warmth a priority, this doesn’t have to mean wearing thick bulky layers in an attempt to keep cosy this season.

With the huge advances in fabric technology, it’s no longer necessary to pile on the heavy layers, which will not only slow you down and make riding (or even mounting your horse) cumbersome. Choose the wrong clothing and when you do exercise and perspire, the fabric won’t wick away the moisture and you will end up feeling even colder as you cool down!

Technical layers are particularly important for your base layering offering breathable and wicking properties. Wearing thinner multiple layers is easy to remove and put back on and won’t make you look like ‘Michelin Man’! Our thermal undies are the staple winter wardrobe for many riders and because they are styled in a

technical thin thermal fabric, they are easy to slip on underneath your riding clothing. Our thermal Cosy Jodhpurs are also ideal for riders wanting an easy to wear single layer this winter.

Your outer layer can be thicker, but don’t compromise on choosing flattering cuts and styles. Our range of coats are cut to compliment your curves and will give you a waist and shape both in and out of the saddle AND offer great insulation against the winter weather.

Gilets are perfect for those milder winter days, when a coat is too much or for colder days or as an extra layer under your jacket.

Again, choose with care and pick one, which gives you a nice shape and warmth. Don’t forget again the functionality in your riding clothing this winter. It’s easy to

get carried away with garments from a fashion perspective but you need them to perform when you are mucking out and riding, so bear this in mind when you are shopping this season!

Headwear is particular important for hiding ‘hat hair’ after riding and as an extra layer to keep you toasty and warm when undertaking yard duties. We even do a riding hat thermal liner, which will keep your lower face and ears and neck warm (perfect for winter hacking!).

Breeches incorporating knitted fabrics tend to have more stretch, but usually have less technical properties. Woven fabrics are usually harder wearing, but are

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more expensive as a rule.

Choosing breeches with a selfcoloured bottom will flatter derrieres, whilst two-tone breeches will suit slimmer builds.

It’s easy to get carried away with pastel and white as an outer layer but how good is it going to stay looking after 10 minutes down the yard, grooming and mucking out?! If you are ‘hands on’ around the yard, choosing darker outer garments and teaming them up with brighter layers underneath will not only be more flattering, but also more practical in dirty environments!

Your hands and feet can also become blocks of ice if you don’t look after them. Warm riding gloves and socks are ideal but for really cold days, why not try ski silk glove and sock liners. These are great for keeping your hands and feet warm, without adding bulk and you still have sensitivity to feel the reins.

Remember looking great and feeling warm this winter isn’t difficult you just need to shop around for clothes which combine fashion with function this coming season so you can enjoy winter, whatever the weather! www.equetech.com

Product news The Wet Look Breeches include a fleece lining, which makes them extremely easy to get on and off and also makes them ideal for the cooler months. RRP: £55. www.johnwhitaker.com

The Spanish Riding Boots feature a hardy full-length zip with tassel detailing and elegant brogue style perforated, serrated edging around the cuff, zip line and ankle.

RRP: £210.

Wider calf fitting: RRP: £220. www.thespanishbootcompany.co.uk

The handcrafted, long leather riding boot is made from black grain calfskin leather and features Water Resistant Advanced Treatment.

A high quality rubber sole provides an effective anti-slip mechanism and gives maximum security even in extreme conditions. www.fearnsfarmpartnership.co.uk

Tweed fashion designers Timothy Foxx are launching their first ever ‘Wedding Collection’ this autumn. www.timothyfoxx.co.uk

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STRESS

Preparing for seasonal stressors

By Lizzie Drury MSc Registered Nutritionist Just like us, our horses can get stressed. Stress seems to be an inevitable part of modern life and we can even pass on such feelings and problems to our horses. In the same way when our horses are stressed we usually know about it and it can affect our management, riding and enjoyment of them.

Other than some of the most common causes of stress such as increased stable time due to seasonal changes or separation from a companion, there can be other causes of stress which are difficult to avoid as we have little control over them and these include things such as fireworks.

Stress is a natural response of the body to something that threatens it whether that threat is mental or a physical accident or a disease. When the body senses that something bad may happen to it, cells release chemicals that start to protect the body from ‘what might happen’.

Some of the chemicals that the body releases in such situations are natural steroids which calm damage in the body down whether that damage occurs in the mind or in the muscles. Other chemicals start to prepare the body for taking evasive action e.g. running away quickly.

So stress is actually a natural

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state of the body because if we did not get worried or stressed about things to some degree we would be much more likely to get into trouble in difficult or dangerous situations.

None of us like to see our horses getting stressed and potentially increasing their risk of injury or even illness, so what can we do to help reduce stress levels in our horses? The key is good management.

How do we prevent the longer type of stress causing damage to our horses? The key is of course good management and an understanding of how a horses mind works. For many people this is not natural and it is worth reading up on how horses behave in the wild and in domestication and trying to fit in more with what a horse is happy with. For example most people are well aware that horses like to be fed at regular times during

the day and get stressed out if regimes are upset. If a horse never knows when its feed is coming it in a constant state of anxiety.

When a horse has been stressed for prolonged periods of time sometimes extra help is needed. Bad experiences can affect a horse strongly for the rest of his or her life - just like a person. In the same way a period of one month’s stress because of an inability to get on with another horse in the same field may take several weeks to get over after normality has returned and this is where herbs can fit in nicely.

Many herbs are great at tackling stress and help animals adapt to stressful situations. The most important of these are called ‘Adaptogens’ (help bodies adapt). Examples of such plants are Indian and Chinese ginsengs, Astragalus and even turmeric. Other plants have strong antioxidant

properties which help get rid of toxic free radicals which are released at times of stress.

Most people think of different types of food, vitamins and minerals as being the only sources of antioxidants but many herbs are specifically more powerful than anything else at providing this form of protection.

So when horses and people are stressed the strategic use of herbal mixes to reduce stress can make an enormous difference. Rather than reaching for the diazepam a quick drink of a suitable herbal drink can get you back on the right track in an hour or two when otherwise you might be uptight for days. In the same way for horses the careful use of a good herb blend can help your horse recover quickly from a difficult situation or cope with stress more easily. www.saracenhorsefeeds.com

For periods where the stressor is likely to be short lived e.g. fireworks here are some tips that should help your horse to feel more relaxed: • Be well prepared. Ask neighbours if and when they intend to have fireworks.

• Ensure that there is ad-lib forage available to keep him occupied. If he usually has one forage choice try offering a variety of choices which will help to really preoccupy his mind!

• Using some stable toys such as the stable licks are also useful entertainment.

• Leave a radio on to help distract from any sudden bangs.

• Leave the stable lights on so that any sudden flashing light is reduced.

• For some horses it may be worth trying a calming supplement.

• For horses that really do react badly, you may need to speak to your vet for some advice, as it may be necessary to use a sedative.

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Stress less Bonfire night and the surrounding period can be a cause for concern for horse owners.

Finding out any information about displays in your area is the best way to plan ahead, so you know when the majority of the fireworks are going to be let off.

You will need to decide whether your horse is going to be stabled for the night or left in the field.

The sound of fireworks may trigger the nervous system and horses can easily become stressed and frightened.

Blue Chip have launched the first Super Concentrated Calming Balancer, which combines a premium feed balancer with a powerful calmer and is so nutrient dense that a medium sized horse only needs 100grams per day.

This Calming Balancer can be fed

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or others. Horses are ‘flight’ animals and their natural instinct is to ‘flee’ from a stressful/frightening experience, unfortunately this can mean going through fences or over all year round to help keep your stable doors in an attempt to get horse or pony calm and settled, it away, even if this is not part of comes in a handy 3kg tub which is their ‘normal’ behaviour. exceptional value for money and Blue Chip Karma is a highly will last an average sized horse a palatable liquid based calmer that month. includes a superior form of waterIf your horse or pony only gets soluble magnesium, L-tryptophan upset during firework season the and Vitamin C. Karma is 100% answer could be to give them a natural and is safe to be fed to all safe highly absorbable, daily liquid horses, including competition calmer leading up to the 5th horses, mares and foals. It is November. Blue Chip Karma is the recommended to introduce Blue perfect solution to keeping your Chip Karma 6 days before horse or pony settled during this fireworks may start at a dose of period. Even the most sensible 50ml per day, this can then be horse or pony can become reduced to 25ml daily until stressed and agitated, with the fireworks have finished. For possibility of harming themselves particularly ‘stressy’ horses the

dose can safely be kept at 50ml during the whole period and even increased to 100 ml on 5th November.

Blue Chip’s instant action calming syringes, CarrotCalm and AppleCalm are ideal to give just before fireworks are set off.

Available in the highly palatable flavours carrot and apple, these syringes contain three ‘measures’ of the same active ingredients as Blue Chip Karma, in a concentrated form. It is recommended to give one ‘measure’ an hour before fireworks are due to be set off, with an additional measure to be given if necessary. www.bluechipfeed.com

Promoting relaxation

By Anna Welch BVSc, BSc, MRCVS. Veterinary Nutritionist, TopSpec.

It is best to keep your horse in familiar surroundings where he is content. Whether stabled or in the field, ensure there is nothing he can injure himself on and that he is secure, and fed only low-starch products.

Feeding a calmer, such as TopSpec Calmer, during the firework season can be a wise investment.

One of the key ingredients to look out for in a calmer is Tryptophan, an amino acid which is a precursor of serotonin. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter which acts in the brain to reduce anxiety and promote a mood of happiness, concentration and relaxation.

Digestive aids, including yeast probiotics and MOS prebiotics are very useful ingredients in calmers to settle the feeling of ‘acid guts,’ which

can occur as a consequence of stress.

Magnesium plays a role in the transmission of nervous impulses.

Despite possible dietary deficiency experience shows that not all horses respond to magnesium-only calmers. However it is sensible to include it as an ingredient in a calmer in view of the strong anecdotal evidence for the benefits it can bring.

There are many potential sources of stress for horses, whether it be a few pigs lurking behind a fence or the fear of a horse getting too close behind in a collecting ring, the more you can prepare for these possibilities the less stress your horse will suffer. www.topspec.com

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STRESS Product news The Animal Health Company ‘therminfusex’ process is unique to them. This process is used in the production of their liquid herbal supplements. It is designed to ensure they get the full benefits out of the ingredients into the bottle for your horses. This production method is used in the making of their top selling equine range ‘NoBute’.

Another supplement which is manufactured in this way is their ‘Tranquil E’. This is a liquid infusion of valerian.

It is produced for regular use on horses with high energy, nervousness or high stress levels, which can lead to unwelcome behaviour.

Being the size and strength they are, a stressed horse behaving badly can easily become a danger to not only itself, but also those around it. This means you can soon lose enthusiasm to work with your horse.

This supplement is given daily in the horses food, 20ml for a pony and up to 40ml for a horse. Most customers have found that you should start to see some results within 3-6 days of starting this supplement. It has also been found that you can reduce the dose, once the supplement is in the system, and find a level that suits your horse’s requirements.

It has not only been used on horses with behavioural issues but also on horses that through injury or illness find themselves on box rest.

Which for a horse coming out of full exercise and daily access to grazing can be a cause of stress and anxiety.

RRP: From £16.50. www.animal-health.co.uk

Every Likit tells a story Five lucky winners each walked away with £100 worth of Likit stable toys and treats recently after the company invited customers to tell them why their horses and ponies really love Likits. As well as receiving Likit products of their choice, the winners’ stories are being featured on the Likit website and promotional material.

Brand manager Lindsay Gall was hugely impressed by the way that so many of the entrants embraced the serious side of Likit products: “Horse owners are clearly thinking about their horses’ wellbeing and working out how to address physical or psychological issues,” she said.

“Overall, it was great to read through everyone’s different stories and very difficult to pick just five winners from the many entrants.”

Likit Winners’ stories…

Eleanor Laws

Mollichaff Calmer contains a balanced blend of fibre pellets, oat straw, dried grass, herbs, soya oil, vitamins, minerals, limestone and trace elements which provides limited, controlled energy from high quality, digestible fibre and oil-based ingredients. RRP: £8.50. www.horsehage.co.uk

Calmer Maintenance Liquid helps keep magnesium levels topped up within the horse’s body. RRP: £29.99.

Calmer Maintenance Powder contains Chelated Magnesium, which is readily absorbed through the intestine to maintain magnesium levels giving long-lasting effectiveness. RRP: £22.25.

The Calmer Syringe Paste Boost is designed to be administered before any stressful situation, such as travelling, clipping, vet visits or farrier or even competitions to help reduce anxiety. Ideal for use as a behavioural and travelling calmer it may also help aid in improved concentration when a quick fix is needed. RRP: £4.25. www.nettexequine.com

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Eleanor from Hertfordshire uses Likit Snaks and Treat Bars to help keep her 21-year-old pony, Jen, supple. Eleanor regularly uses a series of stretch exercises to encourage Jen to bend and stretch before and after exercise.

Lauren Jones When Lauren rescued Charlie he was skin and bone and shut away in a filthy stable for months. He was depressed and wouldn’t eat much but he came to trust Lauren, although it would still take half an hour to get into the stable and once he was in, he froze, not eating or drinking. Lauren first gave Charlie a Snak-a-Ball in the field and then used it to help him relax and eat when stabled.

He is now happy and confident to go into the stable. Lauren also uses a Little Likit to keep him occupied and relaxed when the vet or farrier visit.

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Emily Pennels

Lucy Hart Lucy favours Likit Snaks and Treat Bars as a training aid. She uses the products to reward young horses and one, Jazz, has become so familiar that she will loose school herself; cantering around the arena and over the fence on her own before coming back to Lucy for a reward.

Emily’s pony, Buttercup, had to undergo a period of prolonged box rest after shattering her splint bone and fracturing her cannon bone. It was a long period of recovery but Emily found that a Likit Boredom Buster really helped to keep the pony calm and relaxed during this stressful time.

Hayley Young An extended period of box rest left Gigi with a fear of stables which made her extremely stressed. Hayley used Boredom Breakers, Tongue Twister and Snak-a-Ball to encourage her to come in to the stable willingly whilst remaining calm and happy to the point that she now happily plays with her toys, even with the door wide open.

To find out more about how Likit Products can help your horse or pony, contact 01655 750523 or visit www.likit.co.uk/yourstory

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PROFILE

Focus on...

How and when did you start riding?

When I was 4 in Sweden, on a Shetland pony called Skrawlan.

He liked to take off with me at high speed but I obviously enjoyed it as it got me hooked for life!

What got you interested in riding?

A series of naughty ponies that I had lent to me by my childhood trainer, most of which were too cheeky to be used in lessons, so I got to take them home. They definitely taught me how to stay on! The most entertaining pony was a section A Welsh pony called Victor – he was always so saintly at a show but he was an absolute demon at home. I certainly learnt how to fall off and also how to land on my feet with the reins still in my hand. Sometimes that was the only way to stop!

What was the name of your first horse?

My first horse was called Flash, he was a 6-year-old just backed and gelded Welsh Section C. He was one in a million, if you pulled he pulled, so

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i l l E Darling he taught me how to let go and have an independent seat. He remained unbeaten against the clock show jumping and after I outgrew him, he moved to the Channel Islands, where he became a bit of a legend.

What been your biggest achievement to date?

Two things so far - the first was being Medium Winter Regional Champion with Fix Up Look Sharp (Fitz). It was the first time things really came together with him and we started to get successful, so it was definitely a turning point in our careers. The second was

coming eighth at Hickstead Premier League, this year. It was in the Prix St George and it was the first time I realised we could compete against the best in the country and really hold our own.

What events are on your competition bucket list?

Olympia – I love Christmas and to compete at this show with Fitz would be a dream come true.

The Spanish Sunshine Tour – My partner Tori hates the cold and since we set up our yard has given up her winter sunshine breaks, so I owe it to her to go somewhere sunny!

Elli is based in Stradbroke, Suffolk at Darling Dressage.

She is a BD Registered Trainer and UKCC Level 2 Coach.

Photos: White Cat Photography

If you could give advice to an aspiring dressage rider, what would it be?

Don’t change your horse, change your riding.

What’s the best advice you’ve been given?

David Hunt once said to me in a lesson that, “It is better to do the wrong thing with confidence, than the right thing halfheartedly.” It really stuck with me.

I think that at least if you give your all to what you are doing, you will realise it isn’t working and try something else. If you are trying half-heartedly you will never know.

If you could take a test on any horse, past or present, who would it be?

Becky Moody’s Carinsio (aka JackJack), having ridden him a little whilst training with Becky in Yorkshire, I always picture him when I ride a test and aim for that level of perfection. He goes sideways like no other horse I have ever ridden. When his halfbrother Hot Gossip came up for sale as a yearling, from the same breeder, we snapped him up! I can’t wait to ride him in 4-yearold classes next year.

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Goodrum from White Cat Photography has supported us from the very beginning and takes the most amazing photos for our website and Facebook page. The newest addition to the team are Pete and Raey from Caledonia Sports Horses in Scotland, who bred our stunning colt foal, Sky Amour (aka Zac). I can’t leave out our supportive owners Vicky Thompson Carr and Lisa and Michael Claridge – we couldn’t do this without their support.

Do you have any superstitions or good luck charms?

Ana Goodrum our good friend and sponsor from White Cat Photography, gave me a little white cat that lives in my jacket pocket when competing. I am quite superstitious, and am super pleased to get a bridle number with the No. 4 in it.

If you didn’t have to worry about running your business for six months, who would you train with?

I actually did this 3 years ago, and shut down my yard (literally, my parents stored furniture in the

“We were thrilled when Elli Darling won our sponsorship competition. She got terrific support from her friends and followers with over 1,500 votes.”

Blue Chip’s founder Clare Blaskey

What is your daily routine?

stables!) and moved the horses up to Yorkshire to work with Hannah and Becky Moody. It was the best thing I ever did, and I improved my riding hugely and I came home with 2 new horses – Eaimbry Endevour (aka StanleyGiraffe) and Hot Gossip (aka Gos) both of which are super talented.

Tell us about your team..

I start on the yard at 7am with feed and hay for everyone. Remy starts at 7.30 and tackles the mucking out, grooming and tacking up for me. We stop for tea at 8.30am (very important) and I start riding or teaching. I have a really varied schedule as I teach at home but I also travel a lot to teach on different yards around Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex. Remy finishes the yard at 5pm and I am out again at 9pm to do late feeds and checks. Repeat that 7 days a week, with some comps thrown in for good measure!

I have always been very reluctant to send Belle Amie (aka Beans) away when I go away on holiday as she is pretty high on the autistic scale and can completely lose the plot staying in an unfamiliar yard with a different rider!

On a friend's recommendation I booked her in for 10 days at Darling Dressage. I was so relieved to hear back from Elli and mutual friends that Beans was completely chilled on the yard from the outset and happy in her work with Elli.

I no longer have to give her time off at home when I go away.

Sarah Carmichael

Darling Dressage is made up of me and my partner Tori Bahal.

Tori is a BD judge, but also does all the wagon driving, business management and basically Who do you train with? organises my life for me. All this Becky Moody and David Hunt. alongside her own full time job!

We have a brilliant NVQ apprentice called Remy, who has Elli rides in a... joined us for her gap year – she’s already irreplaceable. We also have bespoke DGP Dressage Saddle weekend help from A-Level Created around Childéric’s unique tree technology, student Alice, who keeps her the saddles allow the horse greater freedom of horse with us. movement, thanks to it’s anatomically shaped My parents, Carol and Don, have panels and carefully positioned points. The further set back points coupled with the tree work together supported us so much with to allow the horse to move through it’s shoulder to setting up the yard, and still ensure that the horse’s stride is never compromised. remain good humoured as we www.childericsaddles.co.uk plan more building work! Ana

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STABLING

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This yard designed by Chapelstone Equestrian was built for Cleveland House Stud which specialises in the breeding of high class Dressage horses and livery.

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TIME TO ADMIRE THESE BEAUTIFULLY-PRESENTED, ASPIRATIONAL YARDS‌

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panels due to be installed in the future.

The yard main entrance has a raised ride through archway with integrated wash-down area, a further walk through access to the rear of the yard also has a wash-down area, the drains of which incorporate metal lift out silt baskets for easy cleaning. At each end two large tack rooms are fully lined with ceilings all of which are insulated and have steel grid work within them for security. Other features of the yard include it's lined 5' overhang with support posts and gallows brackets, automatic drinkers in each stable that can be isolated individually, corner stable rear doors which act as an additional escape route in case of fire and CCTV that finishes off the yard. The CCTV allows the owners to see the yard via their mobile phones, great for security and for animal welfare especially for sick horses and mares in foal.

Livery Services Set in 20 acres of flat paddock land Cleveland House Stud is situated on the outskirts of Newmarket. Our facilities are purpose built offering large airy boxes, CCTV security systems and a 60m x 20m wax surface arena.

We pride ourselves in high standards of care and live on site ensuring your horses needs are catered for night and day. It is equally important that our liveries feel welcome and can enjoy their horse in a friendly and supportive environment.

Stud We also specialise in breeding dressage warmblood/ sporthorses of the highest standard. We offer the best of German and Dutch bloodlines through our breeding programme and believe that this combined with our high standards of care and management produces young horses with trainable attitudes that will give them the best chances of having long and successful competition careers.

To find out more about our livery packages or breeding programme email clevelandhousestud@gmail.com

George Betson Photography

This dream yard was installed earlier this year from start to finish by Chapelstone Equestrian.

It is based near Newmarket and consists of a large car park and various access tracks, 20m x 60m arena with two access gates and a waxed sand fibre surface. The stable yard has 18 stables and 2 large tack rooms consisting of a mixture of 3.6 metre, 4.2 metre and 5.4 metre wide stables all 3.6 metres in depth, they have solid timber plank kickboards and are fully lined with talk grills between each stable; bigger stables are fitted with wider doors for larger horses. Top stable doors in the rear walls create extra ventilation in the summer months, the roof is decked with plywood to add longevity and incorporates clear roof sheets for added natural light. On the south facing side roof, the purlins are up-rated to be able to support the weight of solar

Photos: Chaplestone Equestrian

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STABLING

Established in 1920, Scotts of Thrapston is the country's leading manufacturer and supplier of desirable and exquisite equestrian buildings and bespoke timber stables, with an unrivalled reputation for design expertise, quality and service.

Scotts stables have been trusted and endorsed by generations of horses and owners.

To find out more, please call Scotts on 01832 732366 or e-mail: equestrian@scottsofthrapston.co.uk www.scottsofthrapston.co.uk

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Stable-based LED Therapy RECENT STUDIES HAVE REPORTED EXCELLENT RESULTS WHEN LED LIGHTS HAVE BEEN USED TO HEAL STRAINS AND WOUNDS. LED THERAPY IS REPORTED TO STIMULATE THE RELEASE OF ADENOSINE TRIPHOSPHATE (ATP).

INCREASES IN ATP ALLOW CELLS TO USE NUTRIENTS FASTER AS WELL AS GET RID OF WASTE PRODUCTS BY INCREASING THE ENERGY LEVEL IN THE CELL. Specialist knowledge in the use of Valoya LED lighting to improve the performance of plant growth has led to successful trials in LED therapy on two of racehorse owner Phil Kirby’s most promising runners, thanks to the involvement of Exhibition Seeds and HydroGarden.

Trials began in March when Valoya LED B-series Full Spectrum lights were introduced to two of the boxes at Phil’s Sharpehill Stables in Middleham, North Yorkshire, following a suggestion by Keith Foster, owner of horticultural and seed specialists, Exhibition Seeds, and Stephen Fry, commercial sales manager for Coventry-based hydroponic manufacturers and

wholesalers, HydroGarden.

Renowned as a successful trainer, Phil Kirby had 104 winners in the 2013 to 2014 season across the disciplines of both Flat racing and Jump racing, with continued success in 2015. Keith Foster is also a racehorse owner and has two horses at Phil’s stables. He suggested that the right level of light spectrum, created via LED lights, may help to improve the fitness of Phil’s horses and their performance even further. Phil decided to install LED B-series Full Spectrum light units in two of his stables.

The lights were placed 1m above each horse’s head in the middle of the stable, creating a light spread of 160 degrees so the box had

Product news SolarHub can bring light to areas where there is no mains power – whether a stable, field shelter or dimly lit yard.

The SolarHub 16 (retailing at £99.99) provides 16sq m of mains-quality lighting, which can be doubled with the addition of an expansion pack (£39.99), while the SolarHub 64 (£199.99) covers a space of 64sq m (or four smaller rooms), with a 32sq m expansion pack available (£59.99). www.solartechnology.co.uk

good light all around. The lights were left on from 5am until 9pm, seven days a week. In effect, giving the horses summer light levels when it was only spring.

After just two weeks under the LED lights, both horses needed to have their daily food ration increased. Both of their general appearances became much better than the other racehorses in the stable, that were only receiving the normal light for March/April, about 12 hours of very poor light which came in through the stable door to create a dimly lit box.

Phil spoke about his observations during the six week trial: “The horses which had had the LED lights developed excellent muscle

tone and their improved wellbeing was very evident on their daily gallops. I also noticed that the horses were travelling better. They were both working incredibly well. It was unfortunate that because of the timing of the trial that the horses ran out of suitable ground to race on as summer approached. They both need soft ground to race on and the summer ground soon became too firm. So at this point I decided to turn them out for their summer holidays with a view to coming back to the trials later.”

Phil is intending to reintroduce the trial on two more horses in the autumn. www.exhibition-seeds.co.uk

Zeozorb Stable Sanitiser can be used on all types of bedding, on stable and lorry floors and any other wet areas that may harbour the smell of ammonia caused by urine.

Zeozorb is odourless which allows a more natural breathing environment for the horse. RRP: £27.50. www.nettexequine.com

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SADDLERY

Product news

‘COMPLETE WITH TACK’ IN THIS ISSUE THE SOCIETY OF MASTER SADDLERS ANSWERS A READERS’ QUESTION.

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have a great deal of knowledge when it comes to correct saddle fitting and they could simply be using a saddle they already had when they bought the horse in the first place.

Unfortunately a buyer caught in this type of situation often tends to be fairly novice and may simply assume the deal they are getting is a good one!

There may be situations where Although at first the seller blatantly takes glance it can appear advantage of a first-time buyer like a ‘bargain’ to buy and in these cases The Society of a horse with tack it may not Master Saddlers would encourage always be a positive. those new to horse ownership to Obviously the most important take a more experienced person aspect to find out is, if you like the with them. horse enough to want to buy it, As well as making sure the saddle does the tack really fit as well as it and bridle fit correctly, also take should. the time to make sure the tack is Don’t automatically assume that the saddle fits - although there is no excuse today for using illfitting tack, the seller may not

I am looking to buy a new horse and see in some adverts horses are sold with a saddle and bridle, do you think that is a benefit or should it be avoided?

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in good condition.

In an ideal situation it is sensible to have all tack, and the fitting, checked by a Society of Master Saddlers’ qualified fitter – but they will obviously expect to charge a fee.

What happens if the saddle and/or the bridle don’t fit – or need substantial repairs? These are extra costs that won’t have been expected, and therefore considered, at the time of the purchase!

Buying a horse or pony ‘complete with tack’ often represents good value and can be hassle-free – but it is a purchase that should never be entered into on the assumption that everything will be alright. www.mastersaddlers.co.uk

The FXL Double Flap Jump/GP Saddle incorporates Childéric’s unique tree technology, which allows the horse greater freedom of movement, thanks to it’s anatomically shaped panels and carefully positioned points.

RRP: From £3,400 www.childericsaddles.co.uk

The Cavalina Dressage Saddle has been designed for the dressage pony and junior rider. It is ideal for those riders who are used to a flatter style of saddle and are new to dressage designs, helping to create a harmonious picture.

RRP: £1,500. www.blackcountrysaddles.com

The SJ103 Dynamic Saddle from Equiline includes the latest technology to enhance comfort and performance.

It features Flap Grip Technology to give the rider better grip and stability, help reduce wear and tear on the leg area and prevent creasing on the saddle flap quarter when being used. RRP: From £2,600 www.fearnsfarmpartnership.co.uk

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SADDLERY

10 Top tips for caring for your tack Saddle Clinic has put together 10 tips on caring of the likes of your saddle, bridle and stirrup leathers to make sure they last for many winters to come.

1: If you intend to take a break from riding over winter, seize the opportunity to give your leatherwork a really good clean and condition before you store it.

2: It can be impossible to completely eliminate mould from your tack room but using a specialist leather tack mould remover should get rid of any mould, prevent its re-growth and remove that distinctive

mouldy odour. Do this outside to prevent any mould spores from hanging around in your tack room.

3: Fluctuating temperatures can cause your leather to dry out and crack. Take time to thoroughly clean and condition your tack.

Start with a soap cleaner to remove dirt and grime before using a conditioner to nourish and protect your leather.

4: Don’t be lazy by cleaning your bridle while still in one piece. Take apart the components to make sure you thoroughly remove all dirt and condition everywhere.

5: Choose products that are multi-purpose. As you use your tack, sweat, dirt and grease will all attack your leather, causing it to crack and discolour. Opt for a conditioner which also protects your leather in the future by helping to repel oil and waterbased stains. This should cut down future cleaning time too.

6: If you have old saddles, bridles, girths or martingales lurking at the back of your tack room where the leather has become hard and brittle, it may be possible to revive it by using a product especially designed for older tack. Choose a cream-like product to nourish and soften the leather. Use a re-colouring balm to touch up any fading.

7: No matter how tempting it is when you come in wet and cold from hacking out or hunting, don’t leave cleaning your tack until the following day. Remove any mud and sweat with warm water and your leather cleaner before allowing it to dry away from direct heat.

8: Use a metal polish to clean up any buckles and rings to add a little extra sparkle to your tack.

9: Hang your saddle on a saddle rack well above ground level to preserve its shape.

10: While you’re having a good clean, it’s the perfect chance to check for any damage.

While proper cleaning and conditioning will elongate the life of your tack, nothing lasts forever. Look for wear and tear, check all the stitching, and take anything which needs mending to a specialist tack repairer. It’s imperative all your tack is well looked after for your own safety and that of your horse. www.saddleclinic.co.uk

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WE HAVE THREE PAIRS OF GRUB’S FROSTLINE BOOTS UP FOR GRABS!

Combining the unique Insu-Foam Ultra technology with the advanced 5.0 thermal engineering, these boots are extremely practical with their insulating and waterproof properties. They also boast the latest high specification including a Super-Dri lining for added warmth, Under Foot Chassis technology and Nitrocell insulating and cushioning foot-bed for comfort.

Available in Mossy Green, Black, Fuchsia, Violet and Camouflage, sizes 4-13.

RRP: Around £70. www.grubsboot.com

WE HAVE 16 BAGS OF EQUERRY HIGH FIBRE CUBES TO BE WON! Equerry High Fibre Cubes are designed for horses and ponies at rest or in very light work, when feeding forage alone is not enough to meet your horses’ nutritional needs.

Lower energy cubes are also a perfect way to provide ‘Non-Heating’ energy for excitable horses, whilst keeping them in tiptop health. They are made from a high fibre formula providing essential vitamins and minerals including magnesium and a source of protein. Equerry High Fibre Cubes are low calorie, making them ideal for good-doers and are cereal-grain free with low levels of sugar and starch. High Fibre Cubes can be soaked and are suitable for elderly horses as a hay replacer. RRP: £8.95. www.equerryhorsefeeds.com

WIN ONE OF 6 TUBS OF 15KG MOBILITY HORSLYX WORTH £26.85 Mobility Horslyx is a nutrient rich lick containing Glucosamine HCl, MSM and Omega Oils, all vital to support optimum joint function. The high specification vitamin, mineral and trace element package which incorporates Vitamin C, Vitamin E and selenium - supports the body’s ability to absorb the vital nutrients, helping maintain a strong immune system and promote overall health and vitality. Simple and easy to use, Mobility Horslyx offers horse owners a unique method of feeding to support healthy joints, plus the opportunity to balance any deficiencies in their forage, grazing and hard feed. RRP: £26.85. www.horslyx.com

WE HAVE 2 SNUGGY HOODS TURN OUT HOOD UP FOR GRABS The Snuggy Hoods Turn Out Hood is durable with breathability and water repellency. It has an adjustable nose, added throat adjusters and a no seam mane line. The hood has shoulder lining and a self-fixing surcingle; it’s machine washable. It remains in place even with the most enthusiastic of rollers!

It can also be used the night before a show to keep your horse clean and their plaits in place. RRP (with optional zip) £80.

Don’t forget, Snuggy Hoods has an in-house alteration and repair service which means your Hood will not be a one-season wonder. www.snuggyhoods.com To enter go online at www.absolutehorsemagazine.com and click the competitions page. Deadline is 31st October 2015.

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BEDDING

A new name in horse bedding Metsa Wood, manufacturers of leading bedding brand Hunter Woodshavings, are delighted to announce the launch their new and exciting premium wood shavings MEGA Spread.

MEGA Spread incorporates all the benefits that you would expect from Metsa Wood bedding, the large white flakes are super absorbent and discolour when wet, making them easy to find and remove from bedding. The large flakes also reduce the risk of shavings sticking to rugs and are easily shaken to ensure minimum wastage when mucking out.

Dust extracted and dried at sterilizing temperatures to reduce bacteria and fungi, MEGA Spread has extremely low dust and fungal spore counts, so supports your horses respiratory system. The large soft flakes take longer to break down under foot and the smaller flakes make their way to the bottom of the bed creating maximum absorbency, maintaining a drier top layer for greater comfort and protection for your

horses hooves and lungs against ammonia.

MEGA Spread is made from sustainable virgin untreated softwood and vacuum packed under extreme compression, so when the bale is opened the large flakes of shavings spring back to give fantastic spread volume and a soft but supportive bed that helps to minimise the risk of injuries to hocks and joints in the stable.

“We are really pleased with the feedback we have received so far from horse owners who are really pleased with MEGA Spread,” said Sales manager Jackie Blundell. “We know that Hunter are a hard act to follow and have worked hard to make sure that MEGA Spread can offer horse owners the option of another top quality and affordable bedding that that will be widely available across the country.”

For more details on MEGA Spread please contact Jackie on 07710 998742 or visit www.megaspreadwoodshavings.com for a list of stockists in your area.

easibed launches reward scheme Product Focus:

Aquamax This high quality, super absorbent, easy to use and economical bedding will reduce mucking out times, the amount of bedding that gets thrown away and with most people using less than a bag a week, it could well slash your bedding costs too! The crumble is made from pure pine whitewood fibres that naturally eliminate the smell of ammonia and produce a virtually dust free bed, due to the manufacturing process. Aquamax can be used on matting, concrete and even in the lorry or trailer where the bedding’s superior absorbency (around nine times more than shavings) is incredibly useful.

Available 15.9kg bags, in full and half pallet loads direct from Aquamax, but is also available in smaller quantities from retailers across the UK. www.aquamax.co.uk Aquamax wood crumble bedding is the perfect bedding for you and your horse this winter.

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To celebrate 15 years of producing quality bedding, easibed has introduced a collectable token into the new design of its 20kg bale.

The easi-token is located on the back of the bale and can be cut out, collected and used to claim easibed gifts and rewards including easibed merchandise.

easibed has launched this fantastic promotion to thank its loyal customers for using their bedding.

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TUTORIAL

Ride like...

SHARON HUNT

HErE To HeLp

I

have been lucky enough to be involved with the British Eventing U18 programme for two years now.

I am one of the two trainers for the Eastern region along with Tina Ure, who is working towards her UK CC Level 4. I have both BE and BS UK CC level 3 qualifications.

Between us we have a wealth of knowledge. The riders simply have to register to become part of the

I decided that this article should concentrate on the opportunities that are available for the U18's in the Eastern region, both in British Show Jumping and British Eventing, as I feel sure many are unaware of the availability of trainers, particularly at competitions.

So if I can make riders more aware of what is available and introduce them to our programmes then my goal has been achieved!

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programme which involves many training sessions including several two day camps at Ely Eventing Centre and my own training centre in Wetherden. We are busy building an XC course and hopefully with so many stables and the indoor school (to cater for all weather conditions!) we will be able to house everyone and accommodate their every training desire.

We have riders of all ages, from 12 to 18 years and when they regularly come to the training days they really start to get to

know one another well and make genuine long term friendships. It goes without saying that the more we can see horse and rider combinations then the more we are able to help them throughout the year and at their competitions. In particular with competitions if we have seen your horse it is much easier for us to advise how to ride the fences and courses and we can be of much more valuable help in general. So basically, we are here to be used!

There are always coaches available at U18 BE competitions to help coach the riders throughout the day and importantly

for the XC. We walk the course with the riders and parents, and we often have two walks per class per day, at 100 and novice level. We would also gladly help riders with 90 XC. Often the courses run alongside so it is easy to walk distances and fences with the riders. We sometimes don’t have that many attending walks, which surprises me as having an experienced rider explain to me how to ride fences had a huge impact on my knowledge and confidence.

Safety is also paramount, with younger riders and sometimes with inexperienced horses and

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ponies, we need to give riders the best possible chance of jumping a good, safe round. We are also available for show jumping course walks and these in particular I would like to do more of, as it really is generally the event riders weakest phase. I have deliberately improved this phase so I am more able to help and train riders in this discipline. It would be fair to say it is my strongest phase now, but always working hard on the other two phases, so hopefully I am strong in all three.

The show jumping warm up can be a terrifying place at events, mainly because it is out of many riders comfort zones and nerves are running high. So if a trainer is there and offering to help, please do use us.

The regional coordinators will be at the events to oversee and help pass any queries or bookings on to coaches so if you would like help simply ask. It is also fair to say that parent/child relationships are not always in perfect harmony so yet another good reason to let a coach help calm those nerves of parents and riders!

We are specifically trained to deal with high level adrenalin situations and give confidence. I'd like to think we are very successful in both of these areas. The aim is for riders and parents to have an enjoyable, stress free day in which you can be competitive and gain more knowledge - a win, win situation.

The riders from each region who have been particularly competitive in their 100 and novice sections may be lucky enough to gain selection for our U18 championships next summer.

They are at 100 and 1* level and

their riding skills and knowledge in order to make the riders more competitive in this sport. It also opens the door for junior and young riders of all standards and experience (the same said for BE) combining solid training and encouragement with camaraderie and a real sense of teamwork. The junior academies are based all

at present we take 10 riders at each level. This may change next year as the championships are moving from Weston Park to Frickley Park.

The championships have teams of four riders which gives the youngsters a chance to get a taste of future teams and working with

trainers who are not their usual ones. At senior championship level there are generally no home trainers which makes this excellent preparation for future championships. It gives a superb insight into future competitive life.

Since passing my BS Level 3 I have been coaching more and more show jumping sessions. My passion for jumping developed whilst having Tankers Town up

and running as he was so careful.

Without him, I wonder if it would have been such a strong (and enjoyable) phase. British Show Jumping also have an excellent scheme for the juniors, which has been developed (particularly in this region) by coach Mia PallesClark. She has aimed to develop a programme which is progressive training rather than just a one off.

With the use of experienced coaches we significantly improve

over the UK and riders again have a chance to compete against other teams in inter academy competitions on an annual basis.

Standards of professional equestrianism has risen so rapidly in the last few years that it really does make an enormous difference starting off correctly and as soon as possible. Apart from the coaching for riding we have talks about nutrition, fitness, trot ups, general horse management and stable management to name a few. I was a very late starter to eventing and did not have a chance of a team until I was 28, which is very late and unusual compared to nowadays. In my opinion the quicker you can become part of a system the better. We really do welcome riders with open arms and look forward to new faces becoming part of the programme.

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REPORTS

ix riders form the Absolute Horse area had a successful week at the prestigious SEIB Trailblazers Championships at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire, all taking Championship titles in their respective disciplines.

The SEIB Trailblazers Championships is an equestrian extravaganza taking place from the 17th to the 26th July 2015. The Championships are the culmination of the hard work put in by every amateur rider that has qualified through the two rounds of qualification competitions at over 65 venues throughout the UK. Classes at the Championships include showing, dressage, show jumping and combined training. The 2015 Trailblazers Championships began with the dressage and showing classes on the first weekend followed by the show jumping and combined training the following weekend.

The show judges saw some superb horses and ponies over the Championship. Colin Cousins, from Kings Lynn, has become the 2015 In Hand Sports Horse Champion with his own 10-year-old gelding Darius. “Trailblazers is like Horse of the Year Show for me. There are no other classes like this for us to compete in, so it’s a fantastic opportunity,” says Colin, “The Championships is one of the best shows put on.” The pair’s long journey and efforts paid off when they took the Champion title.

The second weekend had mixed weather for

In Hand Sports Horse Class Champion Colin Cousins and Darious

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Photos: Real Time Imaging

Local riders blaze a trail!

S CT Horses Novice 75cm Rachel Ovens and Ted

Junior Showjumping 65cm Alice Turner

competitors with heavy showers and sunshine doing little to dampen the spirit of those competing. The 2015 Junior 65cm Showjumping Championship title went to Casey Bell (11), from Romford, and her own 14-year-old pony, Meadow Brook Wizard, or Wellington as he known as at home.

Wellington was Casey’s sister, Megan, pony but she grew out of him so Casey took on the ride. “She’s only been riding him about five months so I told Casey to just enjoy it and do your best, just getting there was an achievement”, said Lisa, Casey’s mum, “The whole event was great, and everyone was so friendly.”

Kirsty Faulkner, from Great Dunmow, took the Senior 75cm Showjumping Championship title with 9-year-old gelding Jammy Dodger 2 (Fudge). Kirsty said “In the three years that we have attended Trailblazers we have got first reserve champion two years running and then this year we came home the happiest we could ever be with a champion title.” Even though it was raining, Kirsty did not let it damped her winning spirit, “It couldn't have been a brighter day for us, I was cheered on by friends and family. It still hasn't quite sunk in, my horse is a champion!”

The success in the show jumping continued when Alice Turner (10), from Ipswich, become the 2015 Junior 65cm Show Jumping Champion with her 20-year-old pony, Jack.

Alice fought off stiff competition from other

riders in her class to take the top spot, “It was really good, Jack is such a good horse, I’m so glad we have him”, said Alice. Gale, Alice’s mum, was equally as proud, “Jack was brilliant at the championships, and he didn’t bat an eyelid.”

Rachel Ovens (25), from Furneux Pelham, has become the 2015 Solution Saddles Combined Training Horses 75cm Champion, riding to victory on Geraldine Philips’ 19-year-old gelding, Ted. Rachel has been riding Ted for 4 years and this is their first year competing at Trailblazers. “He didn’t put a foot wrong the entire weekend”, said Rachel. Her weekend was made even more special by her family coming down to watch her ride, “They haven’t seen me ride in a year and they saw me win, which was great.”

The 2015 Nettex Junior Novice Dressage Championship went to Isabella Tisdall, 15, from Rochford, riding her 14-year-old pony, Ucicero Domingo, known as Flash at home.

Last year they attended the Trailblazers Championships to compete in the show jumping, “We really enjoyed it last year. We went for the experience, we weren’t there to win, but it was great fun”, said Isabella. “Flash knows his job”, she continued, “The highlight for me was riding the Novice dressage test, I knew it was going well and Flash was so soft and had a really good rhythm.”

With no registration fees for horse or rider, Trailblazers is increasingly popular across the

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“HOYS has been a dream...”

Nettex Junior Novice Champion Isabella Tisdall.

country. Classes at the Championships include showing, dressage, show jumping and combined training. First round qualifying competitions are already underway for the 2016 Trailblazers National Championships.

To find out more about the range of classes available and qualifying dates and venues please visit, www.trailblazerschampionships.com. For the latest news and updates, follow www.facebook.com/TrailblazersChampionships-Ltd.

Oliver Hood and Royal Rock

Junior Showjumping 65cm 12 and under Casey Bell and Meadow Brook Wizard

Laraine Taylor and Cavalier Jack

Photos: SMR Photos

Two local riders rode to victory at the SEIB Insurance Broker’s Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse 2015 qualifiers, held at Vale View Equestrian Centre in Leicestershire on Saturday 8th August 2015. The riders from the Absolute Horse area fought off stiff competition to gain qualification for the prestigious Horse of The Year Show.

Laraine Taylor, 28, from Hertfordshire, earned her HOYS ticket in the Cob class riding her own 11-year-old gelding, Cavalier Jack.

“HOYS has been a dream for a long time”, said a delighted Lorraine.

In the SEIB Insurance Broker’s Racehorse to Riding Horse 2015 class, Oliver Hood, from Norfolk, secured his ticket for HOYS riding Yvonne Botham’s 11-year-old gelding, Royal Rock. “Every week he has become more established and he improves every day. To begin with he could not canter on the left lead, but with patient work he has now learned. He is a lovely ride, and his limbs are amazing, which is remarkable after such a long racing career. He hacks out on his own and is good with others – he is a real pleasure to have”, explained Oliver’s father, Alastair Hood.

Senior Showjumping 75cm Kirsty Faulkner and Jammy Dodger 2

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REPORTS

MORE ELITE PREMIUMS AWARDED AT Monday 3rd August saw The Baileys Horse Feeds/ British Breeding/British Equestrian Federation (BEF) Futurity head to Writtle College, Essex.

A fine selection of young horses came forward for assessment with Jennie Loriston-Clarke and Chris Hunnable.

Top scorer for the day was Tara Lee’s filly foal, Florouche JT (Woodlander Freddie M x Firebreak) attaining an elite premium of 9.05 in the dressage section. Tara from Basildon said, “I am delighted with Florouche, I outgrew my 14.2hh dressage pony and so me and my mum decided to breed a horse that I can go out and compete in a few years. I am really excited about

Florouche JT

Florouche’s future.”

Gina Hunt from Bardwell near Ipswich scored the first elite premium for a potential endurance horse for the 2015 Futurity. Her 3-year-old, Crabbett Arab mare, SAR Magical Spirit (Crystal Magic x Zherif Ibn Melkardo) scored 9.00. Gina said, “I am over the

Photos:Kevin Sparrow

moon that Magical Spirit scored an elite. This was the first time she has ever left home and she was just brilliant at the Futurity.”

Magical Spirit will be sent to Gina’s friend and top endurance producer, Anne Marie Pelc in Herefordshire next autumn so she can start

Photo: Jonathan Clarke - JPC Images

Burghley R2R Justine Armstrong-Small on Beware Chalk Pit

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her endurance riding career as a 5-year-old in 2017. Gina hopes that SAR Magical Spirit will compete to a high level in endurance and then become a broodmare.

Sarah and Keith Maskell from Benfleet bred and own elite scoring filly foal, WW Walking On Sunshine (Woodlander Wild Child x Rousseau) with a score of 9.00.

The highest scoring potential showjumper at Writtle was colt foal, Altinkum (Solomon x Acodetto). He scored a higher first premium of 8.95 for Zara Thain from Polstead, near Colchester.

Top 2-year-old at Writtle was the higher first premium scoring, potential eventer, Gaius (Glucksfall x Rainbow High) with a score of 8.67.

The main arena at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials was the venue for the final qualifier for the 2015 SEIB Insurance Brokers Racehorse to Riding Horse Championship on Sunday the 6th September. This is the fourth time the qualifier has been given a Sunday prime time slot at this world famous three day event. The entries were of an exceptionally high standard and were judged in front of a packed crowd. Class sponsors, SEIB and the team at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials have worked hard together to facilitate the staging of this qualifier in the main ring.

Top showing producer, Justine Armstrong-Small won this very competitive class with Ann Leftley’s former chaser, Beware Chalk Pit. Second place went to Mark Rimell

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WRITTLE COLLEGE Gaius was bred and is owned

by Lissie and Kevin Hay from Pilgrims Hatch, Essex. Lissie said, “We are just delighted with Gaius. Claire Knowles produced him and exhibited him at the Futurity for us and did a brilliant job too”.

Gaius

Just Cawrus SAR Magical Spirit

Altinkum

Walking on Sunshine

riding William Stroud’s grey, Just Blue and in third was point to point trainer, Lizzie Harris with her 7-year-old chestnut gelding, Wild West. Just Blue and Wild West took the two Horse of the Year Show qualifying tickets for the SEIB Racehorse to Riding Horse Championships as Beware Chalk Pit had previously qualified.

Under 18 Programme riders dominate at Millstreet Over the August bank holiday weekend, Millstreet International Horse Trials in Ireland played host to 14 British riders selected from British Eventing's Regional Under 18 training and competition programme.

As part of the programme, riders in the year of their 16th birthday who are currently competing horses who have shown potential at Novice level were invited to compete. This overseas experience for young eventers has been developed to benefit and give experience to those riders who may in the future be selected to ride in teams abroad.

Returning to happy hunting ground was 2014 Pony European Championship silver medal winner, Bubby Upton, who won the hotly contested CIC1*section at Millstreet with Rachel Upton and Amy Crerar’s Fernhill Rockstar, who lead from the dressage phase on a fantastic score of 37.2.

Bubby who is from the Eastern BEU18 region then added just 0.8 cross country time faults to finish on 38.0, ahead of Australian senior level rider Kevin McNab who was in second place with 42.5 .

Bubby wasn’t the only successful young Brit in the CIC1* section at Millstreet; the class was dominated by British U18 riders with Lucinda Crawford in third place with Turbo Boy as well as 16-yearold Katherine Cross from the Eastern region taking fourth place with Caroline Bridge’s Romeo Z. National Chairman of the U18 programme, Jane Peters commented: “What fantastic final results! It was a true test, up to height SJ and a XC that asked plenty of questions.

"Everyone rode really well and made the most of the opportunity. I was so glad to see that they all took advantage of the help on offer from our dedicated U18 coaches, Caroline Moore, Sharon Hunt and Sam York.

Katherine Cross

“Beware Chalk Pit is such a lovely horse. When we entered this class he hadn’t even been to a show and we thought it could be ambitious!”

Justine Armstrong-Small

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PHOTONEWS ❙ Think Pink Showing Show ❙ Norton Heath EC ❙ 15th September

Eastern Light Photography

Alice Highnam and Willoway Pipe Dream II, Ridden Novice Large M&M winners

C. Hirzinger and Wynnmere Renita, Ridden Performance Horse winners

Cally-Ann Humphrey and Lulus Abal El Ayar, Ridden Riding Horse winners

E. Ferguson and Dark Angel, In Hand Novice Horse winners

Elizabeth Etchells and Warrenmere Woodcock, Reserve Think Pink Diamond Final Champions

Everglades Stud - Everglades Superstar, In Hand Partbred winners

Paul Hermitt and Playboy, In Hand Veteran winners

Lynda Calcutt and Mactarn Peter Pan, 2nd place, In Hand Veterans

G.Taylo and Pnkymoor Glen Grant, Encouragement Class winners

Paisy Burgess and Flight, Supreme of Show

H. Hall and Mapkin Moonlight, Beginner Lead Rein winners

Holly Hayward and Candy Dream, Chaps Novice Ridden Horse winners

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Sophie Cumbers and Waterside Black Prince, Ridden Large M&M Non Welsh winners

Jenny Welham and Jays Remebrance, Senior Concours D'Elegance winners

Kaitlin Aldridge and Shilstone Rocks Fandango, Junior Concours D'Elegance winners

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Marie Filby and Little Tinker Tommi, 6th place, Ridden Non M&M Think Pink Diamond Finals

R. Smith and Tinkerbell, Pretty Mare winners

F. Webb and Colour Me Crazy, In Hand Miniature winners

Faye Sadler and Double Trouble II, In Hand Cob winners

Gemma Allen and Defender De Kingmaker, Young Handler Think Pink Diamond Champions

Samantha Double and Black Star of Fenjay, 2nd place Ridden Veterans

Shanon Mulhern and Hello Juno, Think Pink Diamond Final Supreme Champions

O.Taylor and Maise Man, In hand Hunter Pony winners

Lorna Jarrold and Hwaksdown Pandemodium, Reserve Supreme of Show

Kerri Skelton and Boxmoor Outlaw, In Hand Non M&M Think Pink Diamond Champions

Susannah Muir and Threeshires Zanatan, Ridden M&M Pink Diamond Final winners

M. Price and Treowen Toy Soldier, 2nd place, Beginner Lead Rein

V. Brown and Cadlanvelley Glamour Puss, Ridden Novice Pony winners

S. Crossley and Townend Eagle, In Hand Rare and Foreign Breed winners

G. Philips and Jamie, In Hand Performance Horse winners

Tracey Pettitt and Sir Dunston Montard, TGCA Youngstock Winners

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PHOTONEWS ❙ The Orsett Show ❙ Orsett Showground ❙ 5th September

Luddington My Way, exhibited by Billy Ward, Novice Hackney Pony winners

I Burger’s Holyvale Parade

Lead Rein winners Livie Smith and Windydene Cabana

Darius IV and Danny Fehler, Ridden Hunter Champion

G Mayfields and Mitchel Troy Milady

Champion In Hand Welsh, Cilmaengwyn Welsh Jac, owned by G Dellar

C Quinn on Harlequin, Coloured Champion

Richard Weller-Poley Baldwins Shenandoah, exhibited by Frank Wadhams, Novice Hackney Horse winners

Reserve Champion, Uejit, owned by D French

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M Batchelor’s Nebo’s Materpiece

Matthew Richmond-King’s Master Solitaire, Working Hunter Horse winners

Leah Webber’s Greenmount Pipes of Pan, Champion In Hand

I.M Dudbridge’s Flag

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❙ Rampton Horse Show ❙ The Parkland ❙ 12th September

M&M Champion Mia Briggs

Reserve M&M Champions, Laura Nunn on Nero

Left: Bradley Purcell and Daisy, Reserve In Hand Champions

Richard Weller-Poley

Emma-Key Lewis riding Romulus, Fun class Best Tail winners

Lillie May riding Ronnie, Ridden Veteran winners

Archie Tunstall on Freddie, Lead Rein winners

Youngstock In Hand winner, Glucks Dever, owned by Sharrie Cade and Pam Bonner

Rocco Dettori riding Paintball, Intermediate Jumping winners

Tamara Ward on Warleigh Charisme, Novice Horse or Pony winners

Ellen Raynor on Toby, Novice Working Hunter winners

Cola exhibited by Nicole Woodford, In Hand Cob winners

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PHOTONEWS ❙ Summer Show ❙ Glevering Hall ❙ 31st August

Working Hunter Champions, Rosie Stevens riding Alwyn

Nicky Ridgard and Mr O, Eastern Harriers Champion

Jane Salmon and Rocky, Reserve Champions Ridden Cobs, Coloureds & Traditional

Fae Loudoun Photography

Justin Hollis riding Romany Queen II, Ridden Hunter Reserve Champion

Zoe Norton and Little Sharpie, In Hand Cobs, Coloureds & Traditional Reserve Champions

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Theresa Merries and Moonlight Shadow, TGCA Reserve Champions

Francesca Aitchison and Trinity Arebella, Eastern Harriers Reserve Champion

Amie Stark and Rock on Robbie, Ridden Cobs, Coloureds & Traditional Champions

Lorna Jarrold and Jimmy Cricket, In Hand Cobs, Coloureds & Traditional Champions

Emma Tiley-Nunn on Le Grant, Ridden Hunter Champions

Charlotte Hewitt and Acresdale Bruce Bigalo, Supreme Champions

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❙ East Anglian Horse Show ❙ Forest Edge Arena ❙ 13th September

A. Pearman and Louthwaite Ribas, Reserve Supreme of Show

Above: C. Dobson and Lemar Girl, Veteran Champions

C. Kilby and Idyllic Spartacus, 1st Reserve Supreme

Heather Baker and Diamond Visa, Supreme of Show

Right: Katie Fox and Johnny Move In, D Champions

Jonathan Whitehouse and Ferryland Brenin, Reserve D Champions

Eastern Light Photography

Lily Brackenbury and Oddies Tigerlilly, Rachel Hawes and Llyndu Vanilla Suprise, In Reserve Mini Champions Hand Supreme

❙ Newmarket Heath Sponsored Ride ❙ 6th September

Richard Weller-Poley

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PHOTONEWS ❙ JumpCross ❙ Codham Park EC ❙ 30th August

Shelly Howland riding Miss P, 4th place X-Pole Seniors

Jamie Barnes riding Lady Luck, Mini Junior winners

Ruth Cartwright and Dayrells Ella, 5th place X-Pole Seniors

Chloe Henderson riding Daisy-May, Novice Junior winners

Vanessa Santomauro riding Harry, 3rd place XPole Seniors

Issy Coone riding Kanucca, 5th place X-Pole Juniors

Kirsty Way riding Jimmy Jones, X-Pole Junior winners

Kirsty Faulkner riding Jammy Dodger, Novice Senior winners

Donna Marino riding Imani, 4th place Novice Seniors

Keira Bennett riding Sovereign, 5th place Intro Juniors

Josie May- Reynolds riding Jasmine, 3rd place Intermediate Juniors

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Georgie O’Connor riding Black Betty, Intro Junior winners

Caroline Freeman riding Lovalding, Intermediate Senior winners

Spencer Moret Photography

Kelsey May Riseborough-Kendal riding Little Roberta, 2nd place Intermediate Seniors

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❙ Unaffiliated Showjumping ❙ Codham Park EC ❙ 13th September

Emily Bird riding Billy The Kid, X-Pole Horse winners

Beatrice Uthwatt-Bouverie riding Hapsford Thomas, 4th place X-Pole pony

Courtney Clark riding Zero, X-Pole Horse winners

Hayley Palmer riding Sally, 4th place 70cm Open Horse

Lauren Maxted-Page riding Jack, 2nd place 50cm Novice Pony

Lola Dunn riding Bella, 5th place 50cm Novice Pony

Harriet Burgess riding Bellingham Murrey, 50cm Novice Horse winners

Caitlin Faulkner riding Tornado Tilly, 3rd place 50cm Novice Pony

Spencer Moret Photography

Isabella Maxted-Page riding Jack II, 6th place 50cm Novice Pony

Kayleigh Brown riding Amber Light, 3rd place 60cm Open Horse

Susan Johnston riding New Years Day, Accumulator Horse winners

Kate Maynard riding Edora, 3rd place Accumulator Horse

Sophia Kontofrious on Scamp and Helene Kontofrious on Princess, Lacey Lazell riding Miss Mela, 80cm Open Pony winners 1st and 2nd places X-Pole Lead Rein

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PHOTONEWS ❙ Cambridge Hunt Supporters Club Hunter Trial ❙ Tetworth Hall ❙ 13th September

Abigail Buchan riding Tiffany

Charlotte Buchan riding Rocky

Amy Ward riding Boo

Lisa Hodges riding Comex Van, 4th place 2’6 Open

Event to Event Photography

Eleano Pilsworth riding Eastefield Scarlet

Samuel Donner riding Acetone of Hardingale

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Millie Plumb riding Tommy

Ella Alligan riding Bella and Georgia Alligan riding Crackerjack

Carol Lloyd riding Casper, 2nd place 2’6 Open

Sam Smith riding Monkey and Nicola Smith riding Kit Kat

Chloe Geering riding Ashwey Angelica, 2’6 Open winners

Sophie Metcalfe riding Paris, 6th place 2’6 Open

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❙ East Essex Hunt Cubbing ❙ Ridgewell ❙ 12th September

Team Greyness Snapper

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LOCAL SHOW RESULTS 15th August Tendring Hundred Riding Club: Dressage and Combined Training Intro A Seniors 1 Jayne Hutley Glennons Mill; 2 Sophie Hutly Jimmoney Cricket; 3 Christine Nelder Coopers Lad. Intro A Juniors 1 Saffron Sutherland - Collabear Pippistrelle; 2 Saffron Sutherland – Doortje; 3 Libery Sutherland - Kilmanan Violet. Prelim 12 Seniors 1 Amy Butler – Chuffy; 2 Karen Palmer – Mae; 3 Denise Healy – Marco; 4 Samuel Green - Chief Of Command.

Prelim 12 Juniors 1 Danielle Bennett – Jack; 2 Liberty Sutherland - Kilmanan Violet. Prelim 18 Seniors 1 Amy Butler – Chuffy; 2 Emma Brine - Sillan Thomas; 3 Ali Power – Bounce; 4 Louise Clover Maximum Comfort. Prelim 18 Juniors 1 Danielle Bennett – Jack; 2 Hannah Everitt – Muffin; 3 Lucy Hinde – Molly; 4 Megan Nielson Britton - Don’t You Dare.

Jumping, Seniors 1 Emma Brine - Sillan Thomas; 2 Amy Butler – Chuffy; 3 Ali Power – Bounce; 4 Nicky Robinson – Florisina. Juniors 1 Lucy Hinde – Molly; 2 Georgina Green - Chief Of Command.

Novice 30 Restricted Seniors 1 Tamsin Malone - Gems Dixie; 2 Emma Brine - Sillan Thomas. Open 1 Tessa Halsall – Hallmark. Novice 30 Juniors 1 Danielle Bennett - Tweet All; 2 Megan Nielson Britton - Don’t You Dare.

Jumping Seniors 1 Tessa Halsall – Hallmark; 2 Tamsin Malone - Gems Dixie. Novice 28 1 Jenna Geyson Desert Kingdom; 2 Helen Kinsella – Aristokat. Elementary 49 1 Jenna Greyson - Desert Kingdom; 2 Tessa Halsall – Hallmark; 3 Helen Kinsella – Aristokat.

Emma Brine and Sillan Thomas

18th August Amy Butler and Chuffy

Danielle Bennett and Jack

Codham Park EC: Senior British Showjumping British Novice 1 Charlie White – Quainton Serenity. 90cm Open 1 Rosie Longergan – Alitha. Discovery 1 Lewis Sumption – Molina. 1m Open 1 Megan Davies – Zescheron; 2 Laura Green – Unitas. 1.05m Speed 1 Anja Moret – Gypsy Chip; 2 Laura Green – Unitas; 3 Ellie Rothery – Diamond Face.

Newcomers 1 Emily Hilton – Dunja II; 2 Lara Abraham – Indy V; 3 Colin Keeling – Elexa; 4 Nick Benterman – Zurichs White Gold. Foxhunter 1 Ella Baker – Zelandro I; 2 Laura Renwick – Victoria Z; 3 Leah Mccrady – Spirit In The Sky; 4 Nick Benterman – Canyon Volo. 1.30m Open 1 Emily Hilton – Milly On Air; 2 Charlene Bastone – Newbridges Master Brown; 3 Lucy Warren – Zeitgeist M2’s; 4 Nicolas benterman – Zorland D Volo.

1.40m Open 1 Charlene Bastone – Newbridges Master Brown; 2 Anastasiya Gamazova – Wizardlea HFS; 3 Allan Clutterbuck – Temple Rebus.

Emily Hilton and Dunja II

Megan Davies and Zescheron Charlie White and Quainton Serenity

Ella Baker and Zelandro I

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Anja Moret and Gypsy Chip

Tessa Halsall and Hallmark

Tamsin Malone and Gems Dixie

Emily Hilton and Milly On Air

Lewis Sumption and Molina

Charlene Bastone and Newbridges Master Brown Spencer Moret Photography

Angi Old

16th August Brook Farm TC: Dressage W&T Intro B Seniors 1 Georgia Thurling – Grace; 2 Polly Godsafe – Sharragh Swatch; 3 Helena Farmer – Court Jester; 4 Lisa Hogarth – Forever Spellbound. Juniors 1 Kayleigh Chappell – Superior Flash; 2 Danielle Skinner – Sir Spartacus; 3 Caitlin Clark – Bellissimo Bess; 4 Ella-Mae Redmore – Rohan. W&T Intro A 1 Sam Conniford – Temple Valedictorian; 2 Alice Thurgood – EBA Cinnamon; 3 Beth Gale – Déjà vu; 4 Polly Godsafe – Sharragh Swatch. Juniors 1 Kayleigh Chappell – Superior Flash; 2 Caitlin Clark – Bellissimo Bess. Prelim 12 1 Rachel Ovens – Secret Lodge; 2 Sam Conniford – Temple Valedictorian; 3 Hannah Williamson – Alashanti; 4 Pauline Emerson – Bob. Juniors 1 George Lazell – Titan Wipeout; 2 Alice Petyt – Sandstorm; 3 Danielle Skinner – Sir Spartacus. Prelim 14 1 Rachel Ovens – Secret Lodge; 2 Hannah Williamson – Alashanti; 3 Jane Milton – Parkhill 18; 4 Sarah Goldsworthy – Moonlight River. Juniors 1 Myah Horsford – Nave of Diamonds; 2 George Lazell – Titan Wipeout; 3 Molly Matthews – Everest Tiger; 4 Brooke Howley – Dun N Dusted. Novice 27 1 Rosie Lonergan – Thorndons Likely Lad; 2 Cyndy Johnson – Well Overdue; 3 Clare Henson – Zara; 4 Olivia Wright – Done N Dusted. Juniors 1 Gaby Ross – Woodstock; 2 Charlotte Pegrum – Snow Goose; 3 Alice Petyt – Sandstorm; 4 Myah Horsford – Nave of Diamonds.

Novice 30 1 Sarah Goldsworthy – Moonlight River; 2 Philip Hoye – AG Macavity; 3 Kim Petley – Wardens Fusiler; 4 Liza Morton – Brok. Juniors 1 Gaby Ross – Woodstock; 2 Charlotte Pegrum – Snow Goose. Elementary 42 1 Zoe Brown – Hellofafella; 2 Nicola Hodgetts – Mon-Amie; 3 Debra Harrington – Parsnips Truffle; 4 Lynda Horsnell – Freddy. Elementary 50 1 Nicola Hodgetts – Mon-Amie; 2 Olga Stamatakis – Maddie; 3 Zoe Brown – Hellofafella.

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Rosie Longergan and Alitha

proud Mum! My 5-year-old daughter Evie Bond-Smith has been to the West Norfolk Hunt PC Camp and lots of other competitions. It culminated in her doing her first Mini ODE and first Mini Tetrathlon where she won both the shoot (bean bag throw) and the run sections (500m). She jumped a clear round on Willow and put in a good performance in the swim to win her class.

By Clare Bond

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23rd August

30th August

Codham Park EC: Unaffiliated Showjumping

Cowpasture Farm: Deben Riding Club Open Dressage

30cm X-Pole Lead Rein 1 Toby Tredinnick - Cookie Monster; 2 Sophia Kontofrios – Scamp; 3 Tiggy Westlake - Piece Em Together; 4 Maizie Draper – Cookie. 30cm XPole Pony 1 Lucy Saunders - Prince William; 2 Lauren Maxted-Page – Jack; 3 Martha Millar - Little Jazz Man; 4 Isabelle Maxted-Page – Lilypops. 30cm X-Pole Horse 1 Chantal Pinney - Potters Snipper. 50cm Novice Pony 1 Olivia Short – Jack; 2 Caitlin Faulkner - Tornado Tilly; 3 Lucy Saunders - Prince William; 4 Martha Millar - Little Jazz Man. 50cm Novice Horse 1 Chantal Pinney - Potters Snipper; 2 Denise Day Designer Dream; 3 Nicki Webster – Tilly; 4 Harriet Burgess - Ballingham Murrey.

60cm Open Pony 1 Christy Brandl – Magic; 2 Maddy Griffiths - Pebbly Honourbound; 3 Caitlin Faulkner - Tornado Tilly; 4 Brad Kent – Sam. 60cm Open Horse 1 Harriet Burgess - Ballingham Murrey; 2 Roxy Dawson – Kingsman; 3 Jamie Barnes - Lady Luck; 4 Nicki Webster – Tilly. Its a Knockout Pony 1 Danya Ferrier Spot The Nova; 2 Ellie Davis - Sunny Supernova; 3 Brad Kent – Flicka; 4, Grace Goldsworthy - Little Jigsaw. Its a Knockout Horse 1 Emily Regan - Call me Nova; 2 Kirsty Faulkner - Jammy Dodger; 3 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; 4 Penny Baker – Ronnie. 70cm Open Pony 1 Natasha Worsick - Lord of the Irish Sky; 2 Demini Walker - Midnight Shadow; 3 Eva Haley - Fizzy Splash; 4 Grace Goldsworthy - Little Jigsaw. 70cm Open Horse 1 Emily Regan - Call Me Nova; 2 Kirsty Faulkner - Jammy Dodger; 3 Rebecca Raymond - Standcombe Midnight Surprise; 4 Rebecca Langridge Beren Boer. 80cm Open Pony 1 Ella Caton – Bobby; 2 Ellie Davis - Sunny Supernova; 3 Polly Kempster - Daichristu That’s My Boy; 4 Autumn Shell - Castle Star II. 80cm Open Horse 1 Jenny Thurtle – Bella; 2 Sophie Sexton - Animation II; 3 Lauren Jane-White - Archie Hope; 4 Susan Johnston - New Years Day. 90-1mtr Open Pony 1 Olivia Aulton - Ballylean Caster; 2 Anya Andrews - Dan The Man; 3 Izzie Ketteridge - Countess Constance; 4 Tabatha Massey – Barney. 90-1mtr Open Horse 1 Sophie Sexton - Animation II; 2 Jenny Thurtle – Bella; 3 Scarlet Coughlin – Bonnie; 4 Ella Caton - Imperial Player.

Denise Day and Designer Dream

Natahsa Worsick and Lord of the Irish Sky Lucy Saunders on Prince William

Jamie Barnes and Lady Luck

Intro B Juniors 1 Tabitha Handy – Catherstone Gucci; 2 Meghan Foreman – Walnut Brown. Seniors 1 Carol Huggins – Dolly. Prelim 4 Juniors 1 Meghan Foreman – Walnut Brown. Seniors 1 Anna Martin – Llynhelyg Tomos; 2 Josey Tayloe – Take The Mickey; 3 Debbie Voulstaker – Coco; 4 Shelly Candler – Ben. Prelim 14 Seniors 1 Anna Martin – Llynhelyg Tomos; 2 Josey Tayloe – Take The Mickey; 3 Debbie Voulstaker – Coco; 4 Elspeth MacFadyen – Oatfield Charlie. Novice 28 Seniors 1 Sonia Collins – Lady Rose; 2 Sally Goodall – Cleopatra; 3 Emma Kelly – Toto. Novice 34 Seniors 1 Jess Zampi – Nemesis; 2 Sonia Collins – Lady Rose; 3 Sally Goodall – Cleopatra; 4 Niki Barker – Martletwy Red Robin. Elem 42 Seniors 1 Jess Zampi – Nemesis; 2 Niki Barker – Martletwy Red Robin; 3 Stephanie Scott – Dealer Boy; 4 Hayley Scott – George.

30th August Codham Park EC: JumpCross Martha Millar on Little Jazz Man

Isabelle Maxted-Page and Lilypops Jenny Thurtle and Bella

Christy Brandl and Magic

25th August Codham Park EC: Senior British Showjumping British Novice 1 Ronnie Jones – Dennis; 2 Minna Erith – Monza; 3 Nicky ward – PI Double Trouble. 90cm Open 1 Rosie Lonergan – Alitha. Discovery 1 Amy Leggett – Bus Whiskers; 2 Vanessa Irion – Antares Van Erpekom Z; 4 Laura Erith – Jumbos Dream. 1m Open 1 Francesca Davey – Kilmurray Blue; 2 Laura Erith – The Wizard. 1.05m Speed 1 Francesca Davey – Kilmurray Blue; 2 Nicolas Benterman – Bliksem; 3 Francesca Davey – What A Bear; 4 Elena Grount – Stilo Remy. Newcomers 1 Stephen Cooper – Nanny II; 2 Nicolas Benterman – Zurichs White Gold; 3 Lauren Ross – Daginda; 4 Nicolas Benterman – Bliksem. 1.15m Members Cup 1 Nicolas Benterman – Elestra L; 2 Simon Crippen – Ava Louella; 3 Julia Biddle – Carmant Ex. Foxhunter 1 Jo Chipperfield – On Your Marks; 2 Kimberley Stoker – Winchester S; 3 Nicolas Benterman – Canyon Volo. 1.30m Open 1 Sam Ward – Wish; 2 Jo Chipperfield – On Your Marks; 3 Nicolas Benterman – Canyon Volo.

Spencer Moret Photography

27th August Wix EC: Dressage Intro B 1 C March – Seanie; 2 J Fenn – Finnigan; 3 A Beach – Tom; 4 K Ireland – Libbi. Prelim 7 1 S Reason – Buddy; =2 C March – Barry; =2 C Mason – Freddie Fly; 4 C March – Harry. Prelim 18 1 L Gibbins – Romeo; 2 C March – Harry; 3 C March – Barry; 4 L Hill – Pocket Rocket. Novice 24 1 C warner – Taz; 2 L Hill – Pocket Rocket; 3 P baker – Ronnie; 4 D Spencer – Beau Supreme. % Class 1 P Baker – Ronnie; 2 S Parlour – Bonus; 3 I Ridler – Monaco; 4 L Clay – Morgan.

X-Pole Juniors 1 Kirsty Way - Jimmy Jones; 2 Thomas Gower – Ruby; 3 Daisy Twin - Spot The Button; 4 Ben Gower – Rihanna. Seniors 1 Kirsty Faulkner Tornado Tilly; 2 Chantal Pinney - Potters Snipper; 3 Vanessa Santomauro – Harry; 4 Shelly Howland - Miss P. Mini Juniors 1 Jamie Barnes - Lady Luck; 2 Christy Brandl – Magic; 3 Henry Moore – Dancer; 4 Isabella Caney - Rhydelian Olympia Seniors 1 Kirsty Faulkner Jammy Dodger; 2 Kirsty Faulkner Tornado Tilly; 3 Nicki Webster – Tilly; 4 Chantal Pinney - Potters Snipper. Novice Juniors 1 Chloe Henderson - Daisy – May; 2 Phoebe Jefferies – Brook; 3 Jamie Barnes - Lady Luck; 4 Katie Stockwell Colour Choice Seniors 1 Kirsty Faulkner Jammy Dodger; 2 Shelly Mason – Quick; 3 Callum Bennett – Ginger; 4 Donna Marino – Imani. Intro Juniors 1 Georgie O’Connor - Black Betty; 2 Phoebe Jefferies – Brook; 3 Phoebe Jefferies Little Miss Amazon; 4 Katie Stockwell Colour Choice. Seniors 1 Shelly Mason – Quick; 2 Pippa Wyncoll - Portmore Heidi; 3 Sophie James - Tinekas Touch; 4 Rebecca Langridge - Beren Beor.

Intermediate Juniors 1 Ellie Barnard Sallys Secret; 2 Megan Saunders - Dr Kildare; 3 Josie May-Reynolds – Jasmine.

Seniors 1 Caroline Fordham – Lovalding; 2 Kelsey May RiseboroughKendal - Little Roberta; 3 Amelia Marino - Liberty Taker; 4 Sophie James - Tinekas Touch.

1st September Codham Park EC: Senior British Showjumping British Novice 1 Alex Waters – Boxing Blue; 2 Sam browne – Dunella; 3 Lucy Warren – Nbe Estelle. 90cm Open 1 Sarah Clapp – Erba Van St Maarten.

Discovery 1 Fim Ford – Eaglerock Amber; 2 Simon Crowley – Die Hard; 3 Lucy Warren – Dera B. 1.05m Open 1 Lucy Warren – Dera B. Newcomers 1 Nicholas Benterman – Blixom; 2 Katarina Benterman – Diamond IV; 3 Megan Carlton – Canit; 4 Lucinda May – Funky Fever. 1.15m Members Cup 1 Nicolas Benterman – Zurichs White Gold; 2 Lara Abraham – Beech Ravell; 3 Anja Moret – Gypsy Chip. Foxhunter 1 Laura Renwick – Utrillo De Breeve; 2 Nicholas Benterman – Elestra L; 3 Kelsey Smith – Hero II. 1.30m Open 1 Nicholas Benterman – Zorland D Volo; 2 Nicholas Benterman – Canyon Volo.

2nd September Wix EC: Evening Showjumping 18” 1 Vicky Ainger – Ruby; 2 Lilli Cane – Charlie; 3 Lauren Mallett – HRA Griffos Basil. 2’ 1 Maisie Philpot – Hedgerows Jack The Lad; 2 Rachel Moss – Maisie; 3 Penny Taylor – Sioux Arrow; 4 Lilli Cane – Charlie. 2’3 1 Beth Mason – Finn; 2 Rachel Moss – Maisie; 3 GemmA Barrett – Earl Bay; 4 Penny Wayne – Beau. 2’6 1 Anne Smith – Total Eclipse; 2 Minnie Kent – Archie; 3 Rachel Elliot – Flossie; 4 Barry Wayne – Bernie. 2’9 1 Niamh Healy – Finnegan; 2 Minnie Kent – Archie; 3 Barry Wayne – Bernie.

5th September Norton Heath EC: Think Pink Showing Show In Hand Novice Coloured 1 A. SmithClassic Edition; 2 Emma - Sutterby Monty; 3 Cassandra Capsy - Sat Nav. In Hand Piebald and Skewbald Youngstock 1 A. Smith – Sd Splash Down; 2 Dawn Ingram – Plumbuck Mr Flipperty Jo; 3 Tracey Pettitt – Sir Duston Montard. In Hand Chaps 4yrs and Over 1 Lorna Jarrald – Hawksdown Pandemonium; 2 Danielle Loannou – Garthfach Serrano; 3 Kerri Skelton – Baxmoor Outlaw. TGCA Youngstock 1 Tracey Pettitt – Sire Duston Montard; 2 Faye Bircher – Willglen Fire Storm; 3 Zoe Bennett – Cheeky Monkey. In Hand TGCA Adult 1 Lorna Jarrald – Hawksdown Pandemonium; 2 Kim Stewart – Enigma Code Reloaded; 3 A. Smith – Billy Boy. Continued overleaf...

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Chaps Novice Ridden Pony 1 Verity Sibthorpe – Victory; 2 Cassandra Capsy Sat Nav; 3 Lisa Goudy – Deragaron Murphy. Lead Rein Award – Holly Hall – Mapkin Moonlight. Junior Award – Katie Hopkins – Laced To Perfection.

Chaps Novice Ridden Horse 1 Holly Haward – Candy Dream; 2 Megan Bolton – Mayphillic Simply The Best; 3 Callum Wilson – Morpheus Dream. Chaps Open Ridden 1 Eli Clarke – The Hammerman; 2 Soe Bennett – Hermits Zorro; 3 Sophie Allen – Trigger Happy.

TGCA Ridden 1 Kim Stewart – Enigma Code Reloaded; 2 Faye Sadler – Double Trouble Ii; 3 Sophie Allen – Trigger Happy. Veteran Ridden 15 – 20 Yrs 1 Shannon Mulhern – Cosley Sweet Sensation; 2 Samantha Double – Black Star Of Fenjay; 3 Marne Ferguson – Miss Attitude. Veteran Ridden 21yrs Plus 1 Celia Harris – Buttons; 2 Francesca Webb – Plascorddyn Prince; 3 Francesca Webb – The Oliver Twist. In Hand Cob & Coblet 1 Faye Sadler – Double Trouble Ii; 2 Jason White – Shirley. In Hand Performance/Competiton Horse 1 G. Philips – Jamie; 2 Holly Haward – Candy Dream. In Hand Hunter/ Hp/Sh/P 1 Oliver Tayor – Masies Man; 2 G. Philipps – Jamie; 3 Keira Jasinski – Dantes Lord Lucas. In Hand Odd Coloured 1 Emma Barrett – Lakota’s Red Cloud; 2 Tegans Summers – Shadowlands Hot Spot; 3 Leah Lawson – Ipilki Penelope. In Hand Unreg & Partbred 1 Everglades Stud – Everglades Superstar; 2 Everglades Stud – Everglades Seaquest; 3 Oliver Tayor – Masies Man. Ridden Large M&M Non – Welsh 1 Sophie Cumbers – Waterside Black Prince; 2 Jo Rose – Chilham Night Hawk; 3 Alice Highnam – Willoway Pipe Dream Ii. Ridden Welsh C + D 1 Chloe Chubb – Popsters Loaded Weapon; 2 Kim Stewart – Maesmynach Celtica.

Ridden M&M Small Breeds 1 Elizabeth Etchells – Warrenmere Woodcock; 2 Rebecca Lee – Fosterhouses Romeo; 3 Susannah Muir – Threeshires Zanatan.

Ridden Novice Large Breed M&M 1 Alice Highnam – Willoway Pipe Dream Ii; 2 Claire Collier – Lakeside Misty; 3 Elizabeth Etchells - Dunedine Maurice.

Ridden Novice Small Breed M&M 1 Jenna – Marie Carter – Everglads Whipcracker (Junior Award); 2 Sophia Twitchen – Cayberry Trawlerman (Leadrein Award); 3 Vienna Brown (Cadlanvelley Glamour Puss. M&M Lead Rein 1 Paisy Burgess – Flight; 2 Sophia Twitchen – Cayberry Trawlerman; 3 Livie Smith – Winneydee Cabana. M&M First Ridden 1 Matila Masters – Spiders; 2 Livie Smith – Winneydee Cabana. In Hand Rare And Foreign 4 Yrs And Over 1 Stevie Crossley – Townend Eagle; 2 Susannah Mui R – Threeshires Zanatan (Exmoor Award); 3 E Whitworth – Maltings Country River Lad ( Dartmoor Award). In Hand Rare And Foreign Youngstock 1 Susannah Muir – Moonpenny Fantastia ( Exmoor Award);

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2 E. Whitworth – Shilstone Rocks Mountain Mist ( Dartmoor Award); 3 Aimee Hansford – Bemborough Autumn. In Hand Veteran 15 + 1 Paul Hermit – Playboy; 2 Lynda Calcutt – Mactarn Peter Pan; 3 Marne Ferguson – Miss Attitude. Open Youngstock 1 Everglades Stud – Everglades Superstar; 2 Dawn Ingram – Plumbuck Mr Flipperty Jo. In Hand Novice Pony 1 Jodie Sillett – Dycott The Trendsetter; 2 Masie Capon – Ruben; 3 Keira Jasinski – Dantes Lord Lucas. In Hand Novice Horse 1 Emily Ferguson – Dark Angel; 2 Kirsty Faulkner – Fudge; 3 Amy Saunders – Merlin. In Hand Miniature Horse 1 Francesca Webb – Colour Mr Crazy; 2 Lucinda Morgan – Shadowplay Rio Zorro; 3 Alison Hall – Mapkin Moonlight. Ridden Performance/Conformation Horse or Pony 1 Charlotte Hirzinger – Wynnmere Renita; 2 Zoe Chaplin – Educado; 3 Grace Donner – Stambrook Messiah.

Ridden Odd Colour 1 Samantha Double – Black Star Of Fenjay; 2 Shannon Mulhern – Hello Juno; 3 Sienna Sheppard – Carylmai Quest (Junior Award). Lead Rein Award – Rebecca Lee- Fosterhouses Romeo. Ridden Unregistered or Partbred 1 Angel Lawson – Dream; 2 Kirsty Falkner – Fudge; 3 Caitlin Falker – Tilly. Ridden Hack/Riding Horse 1 Cally Ann Humphrey – Lulus Abal El Ayar; 2 Kirsty Falkner – Fudge. Ridden Rare And Foreign Breed 1 Sophie Cumbers – Waterside Black Prince (Dales Award); 2 Megan Bolton – Mayphillic Simply The Best; 3 Ashleigh Townes – Anchor Bustard (Exmoor Award).

Encouragement Class 1 Gemma Taylor – Pankymoor Glen Grant; 2 Caitlin Falkner – Tilly; 3 Kaitlin Aldridge – Shilstone Rocks Fandango. In Hand M&M Novice 1 Caroline Cowell – Ulverscoft Harvest Buzzard; 2 Beau Belle Crossley – Cricklodge Little Joshua; 3 Faye Burcher – Gurnos Moonlight Serenade. In Hand M&M A+B 1 Jenna – Mare Carter – Everglades Whipcracker; 2 Carole Panayi – Cadlanvalley Caade; 3 Holly Toye – Mayphillic Makhorn. Wild Card Award - Amelia Short – Heaton Cassino. In Hand M&M C + D 1 Francesca Webb – Plascorddyn Prince. In Hand Large M&M Non Welsh 1 Elizabeth Etchells – Dunedin Maurice; 2 Livie Smith – Brookwater Carousel. In Hand Small Non Welsh 1 Elizabeth Etchells – Warrenmere Woodcock; 2 E. Whitworth – Shilstone Country River Lad; 3 Caroline Cowell – Ulverscoft Harvest Buzzard (Wild Card). In Hand M&M Youngstock 1 E.Whitworth – Shilstone Rocks Mountain Mist; 2 Gemma Allen – Defnder De Kingmaker; 3 Susannah Muir – Moonpenny Fantasia (Wild Card).

Ridden Novice Pony 1 Vienna Brown – Cadlanvelley Glamour Puss ( Junior Award); 2 Hayden Pace – The Longhouse Mr Tubbs (Lead Rein Award); 3 Livie Smith – Brookwater Carousel.

Ridden Cobs/ Maxi/Coblets 1 Jenny Welham – The Jays Remembrance; 2

Marie Filby - Little Tinker Tommi; 3 Eli Clarke – The Hammerman.

Hunters/Hunter Pony/ Show Hunter 1 Charlotte Hirzinger – Wynnmere Renita; 2 Sophie Goode – Chloe Lass; 3 Francessca Webb – Plascorddyn Prince.

Ridden Novice Horse 1 Kirsty Faulkner – Fudge; 2 Francesca Webb – The Oliver Twist; 3 Stef Russell – Jaspa. Ridden Sp/Shp/Hp 1 Livie Smith – Brookwater Carousel (Lead Rein Award); 2 Grace Donner – Stambrook Messiah ( Junior Award); 3 Matilda Price – Treowen Toy Sodier (Wild Card). Best Turned Out 1 Lois Chandler – Farra; 2 Neave Chandler – Solo; 3 Beau Belle Crossley – Cricklodge Little Joshua. Beginners Lead Rein 1 Holy Hall – Mapkin Moonlight; 2 Matilda Price – Treowen Toy Soldier; 3 Ruby Wells – Buttons.

Handsomest Gelding 1 Scarlett Ward – Jack Harvey Frost; 2 Jenna-Marie Carter – Everglades Whipcracker; 3 Charlotte Ruston – Billy Onions.

Prettiest Mare 1 Rosabella Smith – Tinkerbell; 2 Lois Chandler – Farra; 3 Charmain Sillett – Tygolaus Jubillation.

Nicest Mane and Tail 1 Result Missing; 2 Amy Saunders – Merlin; 3 Kaitlin Aldridge – Shilstone Rock Fandango.

Horse The Judge Would Like To Take Home 1 Beau Belle Crossley – Cricklodge Little Joshua; 2 Neave Chandler – Solo; 3 Rosabella Smith – Tinkerbell. Best Bottom 1 Callum Wilson – Morpheus Dream; 2 Eli Clarke – The Hammerman; 3 Amy Saunders – Merlin. Perfectly Pink Fancy Dress 1 Rosabella Smith – Tinkerbell; 2 Scarlett Ward – Skywood Hi Mac; 3 Rianna Gazard – Dennis. Ridden M&M Think Pink Diamond Finals 1 Susannah Muir – Threeshires Zanatan; 2 Elizabeth Etchells – Warrenmere Woodcock; 3 Sophia Twitchen- Cayberry Trawlerman; 4 Heidi Rackham – Billedons Countryman; 5 Ashleigh Townes – Anchor Bustard. Ridden Non M&M Think Pink Diamond Final 1 Shannon Mulhern – Hello Juno; 2 Charlie Rossiter – Chaaya Island; 3 Cally Ann Humphrey – Lulus Abal El Ayar; 4 Danielle Loannou - Garthfach Serrano; 5 Callum Wilson – Morpheus Dream. Youngstock Think Pink Diamond Finals 1 Dawn Ingram – Plumbuck Mr Flipperty Jo; 2 Susannah Muir – Moonpenny Fantasia; 3 Andrew Kingsley – The Long House Little Star; 4 Tracey Pettitt – Sir Dustan Montard; 5 Clare Higham – Doyland Truly Delightful.

Young Handler Think Pink Diamond Finals 1 Gemma Allen - Defender De Kingmaker; 2 Erin Mccormick – Toryfoel Denise; 3 Callum Wilson – Morpheus Dream; 4 Keira Jasinski – Dantes Lord Lucas; 5 Georgina Sharp- Lochmore Manderley. In Hand M&M Think Pink Diamond Finals 1 Elizabeth Etchells – Warrenmere Woodcock; 2 Stevie Crossley – Townend Eagle; 3 Susannah Muir – Threeshires Zanatan; 4 Lynda Calcutt – Mactarn Peter Pan; 5 Carole PanayiCadlanvalley Cascade. In Hand Non M&M Think Pink Diamond Finals 1

Kerri Skelton – Boxmoor Outlaw; 2 Lorna Jarrold – Hawksdown Pandamodium; 3 Charlie Rossiter – Chaaya Island; 4 Emma Sutterby – Monty; 5 Dawn Ingram – Plumbuck Mr Flipperty Jo. Concours D’elegance – Juniors 1 Kaitlin Aldridge – Shilstone Rocks Fandango; 2 Sean Dean – Merribridge Autum Lace; 3 Matilda Price – Treown Toy Soldier; 4 Caitlin Stiff – Briars Amazing; 5 Jessica Rice – Akehurst Black Bobby. Lorry Dog Champion Ch – Buster; Res – Potato.

Fun Class Championship Ch – Rosbella Smith – Tinkerbell; Res – Jason White – Shirley. Concours D’elegance – Adults 1 Jenny Welham – Jays Remembrance; 2 Stef Jussell – Jaspa; 3 Susannah Muir – Threeshires Zanatan; 4 Lorna Jarrold – Hawksdown Panemonium; 5 Heidi Rackham – Billedons Countryman. Dales Championship Ch – Sophie Cumbers – Waterside Black Prince; Rs – Jessica Rice – Akehurst Black Bobby. In Hand M&M Championship Ch - Elizabeth Etchells – Warrenmere Woodcock; Rs – Carole Panayi – Cadlanvalley Cascade. In Hand Coloured & TGCA Championship Ch – Lorna Jarrold – Hawksdown Pandemodium; Rs – A. Smith – Sd Splash Down. In Hand Youngstock Championship Ch – Dawn Ingram – Plumbuck Mr Flipperty Jo; Rs - A. Smith – Sd Splash Down. In Hand Best Of The Rest Championship Ch – Oliver Taylor – Masies Man; Rs – Everglades Stud – Everglades Superstar. Wild Card Championship Inhand Ch – Amelia Short – Heaton Casino; Rs – Andrew Kingsley – The Longhouse Little Star.

Ridden Ch – Vienna Brown – Cadlanvelley Glamour Puss; Rs – Chlor Chubb – Popsters Loaded Weapon.

Overall Novice Championship Ch Vienna Brown – Cadlanvelley Glamour Puss; Rs – Caroline Cowell – Ulverscoft Harvest Buzzard. Overall Veteran Championship Ch – Shannon Mulhern – Cosley Sweet Sensation; Rs – Lynda Calcutt – Macarn Peter Pan ( Also Awarded The Think Pink Achievement Award For Results With Her Pony Shilstone Rocks North Westerley).

Ridden M&M Championship Ch – Paisy Burgess – Flight; Rs – Sophie Cumers – Waterside Black Prince.

Ridden Coloured & TGCA Championship Ch – Shannon Mulhern – Hello Juno; Rs – Natalie Britcliffe – Mercury. Junior Championship Ch Paisy Burgess – Flight; Rs – Livie Smith – Brookwater Carousel. Ridden Best Of The Rest Championship Ch - Livie Smith – Brookwater Carousel; Rs – Jenny Welham – The Jays Remembrance.

Think Pink Diamond Finals Supreme Championship Ch - Shannon Mulhern – Hello Juno; Rs - Elizabeth Etchells – Warrenmere Woodcock. Supreme of Show Ch - Paisy Burgess – Flight; Rs Lorna Jarrold – Hawksdown Pandemodium.

6th September Codham Park EC: Unaffiliated Showjumping X-Pole (Pony Lead Rein) 1 Taylor Saunders - Prince William; 2 Toby Tredinnick - Cookie Monster. X-Pole (Pony) 1 Victoria Stoughton – Chancer; 2 Caitlin Faulkner - Tornado Tilly; 3 Leah Mackay – Sox; 4 Lauren Maxted-Page – Jack. X-Pole (Horse) 1 Shelly Howland Miss P. Novice (Pony) 1 Henry Moore – Dancer; 2 Caitlin Faulkner - Tornado Tilly; 3 Daisy Hughes - In a Daze; 4 Victoria Stoughton – Chancer. 50cm Novice (Horse) 1 Nicki Webster – Tilly; 2 Harriet Burgess - Ballingham Murrey; 3 Chantal Pinney - Potters Snipper; 4, Vicky Hansen – Albert. 60cm Open (Pony) 1 Maddy Carpenter - Broomdowns Adonis; 2 Alexandra Caley - Miss Yogi Bear; 3 Christy Brandl – Magic; 4 Maisie Hockney – Chantilly. 60cm Open (Horse) 1 Jamie Barnes - Lady Luck; 2 Sydney Hockney VRB Lady; 3 Vicky Hansen – Albert; 4 Debra King - The Western Hill. Power & Speed (Pony) 1 Alexandra Caley - Miss Yogi Bear; 2 Lacey Lazell - Prince Louie; 3 Catherine Caley - Mr Magner; 4 Eloise Barber – Ollie. Power & Speed (Horse) 1 Kirsty Faulkner - Jammy Dodger; 2 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; 3 Marie Ford - Eaglerock Amber; 4 Jamie Barnes Lady Luck. 70cm Open (Pony) 1 Pippa Curran - Another Alfie; 2 Catherine Caley - Mr Magner; 3 Eva Haley - Fizzy Splash; 4 Tilly Worsick – Bob. 70cm Open (Horse) 1, Nancy Farrell – Donnertude; 2 George Twyman - Tuskerbister Jarl Sweyn; 3 Paige Blackman - Freargh Jumbo; 4 Patricia Carpenter - Tina Actinum. 80cm Open (Pony) 1 Lacey Lazell - Prince Louie; 2 Natasha Worsick - Lord of The Irish Sky; 3 Kiah Wright – Yoshi; 4 Eloise Barber – Ollie. 80cm Open (Horse) 1 Lucinda Gibson – Paddy; 2 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; 3 Alison Spillane – Clarence; 4 Maddy Carpenter Tina Actinum. 90-1mtr Open (Pony) 1, Summer Wright - Gortbrack Chucky; 2 Lacey Lazell - Prince Louie; 3 Hollie Moakes - Tully Dun; 4 Kiah Wright – Yoshi. 90-1mtr Open (Horse) 1 Lucinda Gibson – Paddy; 2 Alison Spillane – Clarence; 3 Sophie Doherty – Chief; 4 Jessica Rayner – Tiggaville.

10th September Wix EC: Dressage Intro A 1 L Kerr – Irish Gem; 2 V Southgate – Molly Mars Bar. Prelim 1 1 S Reason – Angelina; 2 L Kerr – Irish Gem; 3 S Reason – Paddy; 4 N Pitcher – Mr Edward. Prelim 4 1 S Reason – Fingal; 2 S Reason – Buddy; 3 S Reason – Paddy; 4 L Erith – Monzo.

Novice 28 =1 L Erith – Monzo; =1 C Evans – Wolfie; 3 L Erith – Wizard; 4 M Scott – Mustard. % Class 1 C East – Don Marcus; 2 L Erith – Treacle; 3 E Bull – Royal Red.

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5th-6th September The two day British Riding Clubs NAF National Championships were held at Lincoln Showground on the 5th and 6th September and Carleton Riding Club based at Easton College who have already won two national Championships from around the country this year, came home with another two.

The Senior Riding Test Team and Senior Intermediate Showjumping Team both won their events on Saturday against strong competition with the team members also doing very well individually. The Riding Test Team members were Abby Palmer riding Touch of Frost, Michelle Lowe riding Heartbreaker Diamond, Clare-Louise Bond riding If and When and Anna Goodley riding Headstart and they posted a combined mark of just 13 penalties. Their individual placings were Abby second, Clare Louse third and Michelle eighth.

In the Senior Intermediate Showjumping, Carleton were the only team across the weekend to achieve a score of zero penalties for both of their showjumping rounds and they won their class outright against 23 teams. Jane Anderson riding her consistant eventing horse Jim’s Patch and three other members then went on to contest the individual title. Bethany Hams set a fantastic challenge riding Cucu Go on 29 secs. Johnny Hustler then went into the lead with 0.28 secs riding Ich Heisse Peanut, and Michelle Lowe kept up a good pace on Vivendi Noble Cavalier with 0.30 secs. Johnny was just finally pipped by 0.3 of a second with the win going to a club from the Isle of Man, but the three Carlton members took second, third and fourth.

6th September Isobelle Green riding Renvarg Mischief

Carleton Riding Club Team Trainers, Vicky Harris and Louise Nevard were delighted with the results and very proud of their members, saying that the club had a great spread of talent and had done well to qualify for such a prestigious event. It had been an amazing weekend with tough competition, with additional senior members competing and junior members taking part on the Sunday.

Weeley Showground: Tendring Hundred Riding Club Showjumping 2’ 1 Katie Goldsborough - Flying Colours; 2 May Kennedy – Buster; 3 Gail Jeffrey – Boris. 2’3 1 Loren Dodds – Scarlett; 2 May Kennedy – Buster; 3 Tracey Potter - Keeps Getting Better. 2’6 1 Lorna Simpson – Ruby; 2 Loren Dodds – Scarlett; 3 Gail Jeffrey – Boris; 4 Rachel Atkinson - Lagan Lad. 2’9 Juniors 1 Georgina Green - Chief of Command. 2’9 Seniors 1 Lorna Simpson – Ruby; 2 Lizzie Kerr - Irish Gem; 3 Jenna Greyson - Desert Kingdom; 4 Becky Sestak – Barbie. 3’ Juniors 1 Georgina Green Chief of Command. 3’ Seniors 1 Lorna Simpson – Bling; 2 Sameena Rush – Lily. 1 Sameena Rush – Lily; 2 Emily Kerr – Adagio; 3 Lorna Simpson – Bling.

Georgina Green and Chief of Command

Katie Goldsborough and Flying Colours

Loren Dodds and Scarlett Lorna Simpson and Ruby

Sameena Rush and Lily

Lorna Simpson and Bling

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Senior Intermediate Showjumping Team (Johnny Hustler, Michelle Lowe, Jane Anderson, Bethany Hams).

Abby Palmer, Michelle Lowe, Anna Goodley, Claire-Louise Bond.

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13th September Codham Park EC: Unaffiliated Showjumping X-Pole Pony Lead Rein 1 Sophia Kontofrios – Scamp; 2 Helene Kontofrios – Princess. X-Pole Pony 1 Caitlin Faulkner - Tornado Tilly; 2 Lauren MaxtedPage – Jack; 3 Lola Dunn – Bella; 4 Beatrice Uthwatt-Bouverie - Hapsford Thomas. Horse 1 Courtney Clark – Zero; 2 Sydney Querry - Midnight Miss Minty; =3 Shelly Howland - Miss P; =3 Emily Bird - Billy The Kid. 50cm Novice Pony 1 Daisy Twin - Spot The Button; 2 Lauren Maxted-Page – Jack; 3 Caitlin Faulkner - Tornadon Tilly; 4 Francesca Monk – Angel. 50cm Novice Horse 1 Harriet Burgess - Bellingham Murrey; 2 Courtney Clark – Zero; 3 Kate Maynard – Edora; 4 Brittany Singer - Bright Bienna. 60cm Open Pony 1 Alexandra Caley - Miss Yogi Bear; 2 Eva Haley - Fizzy Splash; 3 Daisy Hughes - In A Daze; 4 Alice Fleming – Dipsy. Horse 1 Amy Fenelon – Baloubumby; 2 Kate Maynard – Edora; 3 Kayleigh Brown - Amber Light; 4 Deborah Tiernan – Zanna.

Accumulator Pony 1 Catherine Caley - Mr Magner; 2 Keira Riley – Bracken; 3 Eloise Barber – Ollie; 4 Daisy Hughes - In A Daze. Accumulator Horse 1 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; 2 Kirsty Faulkner - Jammy Dodger; 3 Kate Maynard – Edora; 4 Beth Sen – Aragorn. 70cm Open Pony 1 Alexandra Caley Miss Yogi Bear; 2 Natasha Worsick - Lord of The Irish Sky; 3 Eva Haley - Fizzy Splash; 4 Tabatha Massey – Barney. Horse 1 Kirsty Faulkner - Jammy Dodger; 2 Nancy Farrell – Donnertude; 3 Carly Tredinnick – Marilyn; 4 Hayley Palmer – Sally. 80cm Open Pony 1 Lacey Lazell - Miss Mela; 2 Natasha Worsick - Lord of The Irish Sky; 3 Ella Caton – Bobby; 4 Eloise Barber – Ollie. Horse 1 Lucinda Gibson – Paddy; 2 Kirsty Faulkner - Jammy Dodger; 3 Susan Johnston - New Years Day; 4 Alison Spillane – Clarence. 90-1mtr Open Pony 1 Autumn Shell - Castle Star II; 2 Anya Andrews - Dan The Man; 3 Martha Sparrow – Sisco.

Horse 1 Alison Spillane – Clarence; 2 Alice Perrins – Vera; 3 Maddy Gardiner – Toes; 4 Lucinda Gibson – Paddy.

Well done!

Hollie crowe and her newly backed Stanley Grange Sea Shells, who she backed herself have had an amazing first season, at Three Counties Malvern she took the Novice Show Pony, at the British Arabian National Champs they won British Reserve Novice Champion, at Equifest they won the TSR Equifest Show Pony, were crowned TSR Show Pony Champions, and Equifest Reserve Novice Champions!

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VETERINARY CONTACTS

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