HOUND AND HORSE
FREE JULY 2017
Hello everyone, Winter is heating up with July Fever upon us and this year it promises to be a Red Hot race. Synonymous with fashion, not only does every young fashion designer aspire to have their creations spotted, this is a race many jockeys dream of winning. We take a peek inside the life of two apprentices from the world renowned South African Jockey Academy and interview Diego de Gouveia and Serino Moodley both of whom are getting into their stride. KZN Dressage Champs incorporating the Young Horse Final, takes place early in the month, with all the top riders from the region taking part. We wish them all Good Luck and hope their scores are high. Take a look at our Q and A with Ros Hill, a National Panel B Judge, and gain an insight as to what the judge is looking for. We have started a new section listing Stable Yards, Riding Schools and Instructors, and with the winter school holidays about to start, you may want to take a look and see what these centres have to offer. The Hound section is growing and we now have The Dog Guru, our Canine Myth Buster, who is at hand to answer those difficult doggy questions. Wrap up warm for winter everyone! Cheers, Ed Follow us on Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/HoundandHorseMagazine
Contact Us: For advertising rates and advertisment design contact: sales@houndandhorse.co.za Adele: 082 490 6567 or Claire: 084 491 0467 DEADLINE for all advertising and content is the 20th of each month. Editor : Claire Wager Designer : Adi Weerheim Cover Photo : John Lewis Sales : Adele Howell-Pryce Printer : Jetline Hillcrest Contributors: Claire Wager, Adi Weerheim, Ros Hill, Craig Eudey, Gill Mostert (Gold Circle), Google Photographs, Mandy Barret, KZN Dressage, Mariska Botha and Ginny Scooper. Disclaimer: All editorial material is strictly copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the publishers permission. Hound and Horse reserves the right to reject any advertising or editorial material which may not suit the publication without reason given. The opinions expressed in the advertisements and articles do not necessarily reflect those of the Editor or Publisher. Hound and Horse reserves the right to refuse any advertisement. Hound and Horse publishes all photographs and written material in good faith and accepts no liability due to misinformation or loss incurred in relation to information from this magazine.
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Top Tips for a Fabulous day at the Durban July The top tips in the Hound and Horse’s experience on how to survive the Durban July: 1. Uber is a necessity. No one should be drinking and driving, but besides that, you save yourself a bit of a walk. 2. Secure your spot. Find the party that’s best for you and ensure that your entrance ticket to the course is included in the package. 3. If you’re wearing high heels, take a second pair or keep off the grass. You may also want to sneak a pair of dancing flats into your handbag. 4. Know the theme! To avoid wearing an ensemble that will render you a fashion pariah. It’s all about the look! PS: Don’t leave home without your fascinator. 5. Never clash colours with your July partner. Co-ordination is important! 6. If you consider your outfit exceptional, head for the Race Day Fashion Competition that takes place on the race track in front of the grand stand at 09H45 sharp. You can wear your own entry whether you have race horse legs or not. 7. Warmth is key - after 3pm. 8. Champers is the top tipple of the day. 9. If you’re going to have a flutter, know the form. 10. Don’t forget to ask your farrier for a burning red hot tip! 11. It’s important know the difference between a Trifecta, Quartet, Double and Swinger. 12. To avoid disappointment don’t misplace the winning ticket! 2
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Turn & Burn Results
The last weekend in June was host to the popular Turn and Burn, Bike versus Horse event in Lions River. Hound & Horse were there, intrigued to see how horse and bike competed against each other. Western Mounted Games Riders were put to the test against the horse power of two wheeled machines, not something you see every day. The horses were the first to go and set the pace. Tight turns and fast paces were essential and each horse was timed against the clock. There were 5 events in all. Speed ball, Big T, Barrel racing, Quad and the exciting Single stake. The horses set good times for the motor bikes to race against. The horses were put away safely and then the bikes had their turn in the arena against the clock. The horses are able to turn much quicker than the bikes which evens up the times for the bike power on the straight and makes it more difficult than one would think to beat the four-legged beast! Congratulations to Steve Baker on taking the overall win, on his bike.
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There was a friendly, family atmosphere, it is great spectator sport, there were cold beers and delicious food. It was everything needed for a super day out in the countryside. We will most definitely be back!
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Learning the Art of Crossing the Line.
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The progression from apprentice to fully fledged Jockey is a rite of passage. There are constant tests of skill, personality and self belief that line the pathway. Diego de Gouveia and Serino Moodley are two apprentices at the South African Jockey Academy in Summerveld who have embarked on a career of life on the turf. They gave an insight into their journey so far. Two very different characters with the same goal. Diego is quick to answer, competitive and with a sharp wit while Serino comes across as more laid back, but both are equally focused on their goal of becoming successful jockeys. Serino had competed in Show Jumping growing up, whereas Diego’s experience was limited to the odd gallop along the 18th fairway of a golf course on a berg pony. Apprentices are taught horsemanship from scratch. In their first year they learn everything from tacking up to feeding and carry out daily stable duties. Their riding education begins immediately. It begins on the lunge to master the basics. Once this is accomplished they progress to riding the academy horses. These are old
campaigners with a few tricks up their sleeves, some pull, others duck out, but all provide unique tests that prepare the apprentices for their next step. Riding work. They both agreed that, “When you first start out riding work, you get your white cap! That means danger, a warning to others that you are new and inexperienced, stay away, look out!”. The trainers put them up on the older experienced horses for them to get a feel, “you may be lucky if you can get 5 rides a day, however once the trainers get to know you and you start riding more horses you are awarded a Blue Cap. This means you can ride the gallops and go to the stalls. You can end up riding twenty -five or more horses per morning”. A 4am start is the norm as life at the academy crams in work riding and school. The riding masters, all gimlet eyed ex-jockeys, assess and analyse their performance daily. They make the decision as to when an apprentice is ready to race. This is the day they sign their papers and gain their apprentice racing license. This
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automatically given rides. Now begins the task of actually securing a race ride, “Once the license is issued, you go beg for rides, with big sorry eyes to all the people that you are riding for. As an appy you try to ride for every single trainer that you can, you try your best , you check out the noms and go knocking on doors, you have to compete for rides with the experienced jocks.” They both agree that the build up to the first race is hectic and it all passes in a blur. “The starting stalls are never easy, you have a plan and your instructions, but it doesn’t always go that way, you have to have a plan B and a plan C, you have to put yourself out there or else you will never get across the line.” It is the first win that stands out. For Diego, “The trainer said, don’t jump slow, hold its head up, be patient and I will see you in the winners box, I said OK, jumped out and the next minute I was crossing the line”, for Serino it was a little different, “I sat at the back of the field and just got up on the line, but is the one race you never forget”. Story by Claire Wager
Dressage Results: KZN Dressage Youth Series Ranking: Results as of 28th June 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
Courtney Cahn Chloe D’Amico Rebecca Erskine Chane Dixon Hayley Conway
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Madison Bruce Chloe Courtenay Tae-Marie Hullet Sabrina Bailey Michael van As
Thoroughbred Challenge Ranking: Results as of 28th June PRELIM: Caitlin Upfold & Ruby Lady Rechay Grey & Josie Gold Jess Stapleberg & Bring the Action Michael Van As & Party Day Sarah Kennedy & I See Red NOVICE: Danielle Jorre De St Jorre & Streaker Christine McLaren & Captains League Melissa Boullind & Lagoon Chelsea Dickson & Nations Cup Jessica McDowall & Pocket Filler TB at the Highest Level: Georgia Machanik & Sunny Dayz (Elementary Medium)
8 Hot Tips for the Dressage Arena by well known rider, Mariska Botha
1. Do a fantastic warm-up. Allow sufficient time before your test to do a really good warm-up. 2. Take your time after the bell rings. When the judge rings the bell, don’t get flustered. You have 45 seconds from the sound of the bell to entering the arena. 3. Show a super centerline. The centerline is your first chance and last chance to make an impression. 4. Practice your salute. Ensure your horse is OK with a halt followed by one hand off the reins. 5. Ride accurately. Make sure you work out how big your circles and any other shapes you’re asked to show are. 6. What if it all goes wrong? The part of the test that’s gone wrong is done with, you’re not going to be able to fix it. Keep going and show the judge you can do better. 7. Know your test! Even if you have a caller make sure you’re familiar with your test. 8. HAVE FUN!!! We ride for many reasons but one of them should be for enjoyment! 7
Sitting at A with Ros Hill: Being a Dressage Judge takes a sound depth of knowledge, a keen eye for detail and quick decision making. With this in mind Hound and Horse sat at A with National B panel judge Ros Hill to find out if this is indeed the case. Q: If you were asked to describe dressage in a few sentences what would you say? A: It is seeing the happy harmony between rider and horse while they perform their athletic dances. Q: What would you say is your responsibility as a judge? A: To record a fair, unbiased and knowledgeable record of what is produced by the horse and rider and to maintain a standard throughout. We need to not only note the faults and errors but to recognise the quality and good points and remark on them. We all thrive in a positive environment, horses too, encouragement is hugely important. Q: Do you prefer one breed over another for dressage? A: It’s hard to resist the graceful and elastic modern Warmblood. Power and strength is impressive but grace and elegance definitely appeals to me Q: What qualities do you look for in a horse? A: A willing, relaxed attitude, pleasing rhythm and elastic paces. Q: What makes a dressage test stand out for you? A: A test where a horse shows the above qualities with a rider who sits calmly and elegantly while producing a flowing test with flair. Q: What do you feel is the most difficult movement to judge? A:
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judge are those that happen in quick succession. The passage/ piaffe/passage movements and the transitions between them take place so fast. When they’re not really well executed, a rapid assessment, mark and comment must be given, at the same time as watching and assessing the next transitions. Difficult but not impossible. Q: What test riding advice would you give to riders who are starting out in Dressage? A: Get a knowledgeable trainer who is trained, qualified and above all empathetic. To improve you need eyes on the ground helping you. Watch other riders and horses, watch their lessons. It’s a beneficial way to learn. Above all, learn what’s required. Know the dimensions of a 20m circle, learn to ride accurately to the markers. Don’t throw away marks on something as simple as forgetting to salute the judge! Q: What is the greatest reward for dressage judging? A: Oh the horses! There are few better ways of spending your time than outdoors watching these beautiful creatures listening to and harmonising with their riders. Ok, so the rainy and cold days can be a trial and not all horses and riders are in harmony, but 8
even then there’s reward in passing on knowledge where it’s needed and recognising and affirming the good riding and training of those who’ve worked really hard to achieve this. Q: And so Ros, what is there that people don’t know about you ? A: I’m sure there are many who know that Andrew is a professional cyclist and a successful one too! This is probably because in between classes at shows on the weekends, I’m forever catching up on his progress in his races. He shares my passion for riding, only his steed has wheels while mine has four legs! My other son, David, was a top sportsman as well, achieving provincial and national honours in hockey and cricket but his professional career and family commitments don’t allow for serious sport nowadays. And my favourite pastime, other than riding my horse, is to be outdoors in the bush or in the mountains, watching birds and nature. Drinking a white wine as the sun goes down and the jackals call. Nothing can beat that for me, and when I can share this with my friends and family, that just makes life perfect.
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What’s On: DRESSAGE July 01 Top Hat, DSC Sand Arenas Unaffiliated Contact: Heather 072 107 6657 02 Equistar DSC Affiliated Contact: Heather 072 107 6657 08-09 KZN Dressage Champs. DSC Incorporating KZN Team Selection Qualifier Provincial Young Horse Final Contact: shows@shongweniclub.co.za August 05-06 Mane Events Incorporating the Thoroughbred & KZN Challenge And the DSA Young Horse & KZN Team Selection Qualifier Contact: admin@maneevents.co.za 12-13 Galloping Winds Contact: shows@gallopingwinds.co.za. EQUITATION July 15-16 ESP, DSC. Contact: Karen 082 459 7551 28-29 Dolcoed Riding Club, Midlands. Contact: Rhian 082 805 1240 August 26-27 ESP, KZN Equitation Champs DSC Contact: Karen 082 459 7551
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SHOWING July 01-02 Galloping Winds Contact: shows@gallopingwinds.co.za. 22-23 PMB Pony Show, RAS Contact: Jessica Bentley 082 612 4750 PONY CLUB July 03-04 B, B+, Lunging Testing Contact: kznpccentresandexams@gmail.com 14-16 Inter-Branch, Galloping Winds Multi Discipline including SAPC Tri Nations Contact: kznpcsecretary@gmail.com 21-22 Zimbabwe Tri- Nations, Harare. SANESA July 02 Vaulting, Rosehill, Summerveld. Contact: Gill: 082 937 6132 29-30 Eventing, Dolcoed Contact: Holley 083 465 5854 29-30 Vaulting Q5, Galloping Winds, Contact srclarke@live.co.za VAULTING July 29-30 Galloping Winds, inc Sanesa Contact: srclark@live.co.za 9
SHOW JUMPING July 01-02 Triple P DSC Contact: Deidre: 082 653 1511 02 Strides Ahead Equestrian Centre Unaffiliated Drummond Contact: Siobahn: 071 473 2148 08 Summerveld B&B Unaffiliated Contact Holly: 079 888 4600 15-16 ESP, DSC. Contact: Karen 082 459 7551 22-23 Horse and Wine DSC Contact: shows@shongweniclub.co.za 29-30 Triple P DSC Contact: Deidre: 082 653 1511 30 Namedar Unaffiliated Drummond Contact Neil: 083 579 2919 August 9-13 Landrover CSI-W & KZN Outdoor GP DSC Contact: shows@shongweniclub.co.za 19-20 Canterbury Contact: Laurie 0827867147 26-27 ESP - KZN Closed Champs DSC Contact: Karen Sutton 082 459 7551
WESTERN MOUNTED GAMES July 01 Turn and Burn, Qualifier 5 Contact: Candice 084 668 3737 22 Horse and Wine. Barrel Racing DSC Contact: shows@shongweniclub.co.za 29 Turn and Burn, Training Show Contact: Candice 084 668 3737 August 12 Turn and Burn, Qualifier 6 Contact: Candice 084 668 3737 26 Turn and Burn, Training Show Contact: Candice 084 668 3737 WESTERN PERFORMANCE AND REINING July 29-02 Annual SAQHA, AQHA Convention & Expo Afridome Parys. Contact: Lettie 071 471 3684 TENTPEGGING July 01 Okusha, Contact: Dalene 082 824 2914 29 Vryheid, Contact: Marlene 084 422 0388 August 26 KZN Champs, Newcastle Contact: Dalene 082 824 2914
EVENTING July 01-02 Inter Provincials Adult, Juniors & PR 70cm – 1* Eastern Capre 29-30 Dolcoed 60-1m, Midlands Contact: Rhian 082 805 1240 August 19-20 Shongweni FEI CIC* & CIC**
ENDURANCE July 04-06 Fauresmith
POLOCROSSE Lions River Club practice every Sat 2pm. All Welcome Contact: Belinda 082 401 4361 July 07-09 Richmond Tournament, Richmond 15-16 Junior unofficial Tour Zim/Zam/SA u16/u19/u21 22-23 Umvoti, Greytown August 25-27 SA Champs, Klerksdorp POLO July 03-05 SAPA Junior Coaching Clinic Karkloof 07-09 Lions River 14-16 Kwambonambi 21-23 Ginginghlovu August 04-06 Shongweni 25-27 Lions River MOUNTED GAMES July 09-11 World Team Championships, RAS, PMB 10
For Sale:
Phoenix Cezanne Warmblood, Sire Casanova, Dam Air Hostess XX, Sire of Dam Philippi XX. 16.1 hh Dark Bay 12 yo mare. She has jumped in the 1,25m and is always in the tickets. Her results are up on the net. A lovely horse to start your junior career, you will have fun and move up the grades, at the same time building your confidence. No vices, boxes and travels well. Contact: Natalie 082 786 9511
FREE ADS : Top dressage pony. Imported German schoolmaster Competed at medium but trained beyond. Many titles won both in Germany and in SA. R200k negotiable to the right home. Contact: Natalie 072 300 2762
Beautiful, talented, athletic Captain Al / Royal Academy gelding. Bright bay, big star. 16.1hh, rising 4. Off the track 7 months, schooling in process. Flatwork is good, very light between hand and leg and very well balanced. Ground covering stride. Beautiful to ride, showing outstanding scopey jump. Very bright individual with a huge future. 50k Contact: Gill 082 541 3331
BellaDonna, Warmblood x Thoroughbred, Sire Bono von Getonhof, Dam Silver Surfer, Sire of Dam Coastal. Dob 01/12/2010 Passport No 2016/0677 16.1 hh Bay Mare. She is schooling well, her lateral work is there. She is light off the leg and has a sensitive mouth. Lovely feel down to her jumps and is a pleasure to ride. Great attitude on hacks, with wildlife or traffic. Competed 1m successfully. Naturally quick against the clock. Superb junior prospect. Price 100k Contact: Natalie 082 786 9511
16hh 5yo flashy dark Bay Gorgeous, flashy, Showy TB gelding. 5 yrs, By St Petersburg /National Assembly. 8 months off the track. Flatwork is very good and jumps very well too. Jumping 80’s. Super versatile boy , never spooky, lovely on outrides . A super all-rounder. 40k. Contact: Gill 082 541 3331
Antiquity 15.3hh, 14 yo mare, TB, sad sale as junior is matriculating and unable to take her overseas. Great, junior horse to get experience in the ring and jump up to 1m. Sound with great attitude towards work. Full lease in Hilton or for sale. Contact: Natalie 082 786 9511
Appaloosa 15.3hh 6yo gelding. Moves well. A safe and uncomplicated ride. Has had basic schooling. R10 000. Contact: 084 846 2132
Quin Full Boerperd, Flashy showy dark bay mare 7 yo, measuring 147cm without shoes. She will be a very nice childs pony. Has lovely movement, very athletic, light on her feet and has a brilliant jump. A quick learner, has been produced slowly but has paid off. She has been to two shows so far SANESA Q1 and training show at Canterbury. Will suit dressage, showing and show jumping. She has no vices, boxes and travels well. Price R35 000. Contact: Natalie 082 786 9511
Registered Boerperd 15.3hh gelding, genetically tested for lineage and branded. By Lang Karel Kalant out of Boschendal Bianca DoB 9/9/2008. A versatile horse with masses of potential. He is a good doer with a nice temperament and is a superbly comfortable ride. Will suit a younger experienced rider who can take him further. Sad sale due to relocation. Contact: Claire 084 491 0467
Trick or Treat Wachman X TB 5yo Mare 16hh. A beautiful showy mare with exceptional temperament. Her schooling has come on nicely its more than basic, she will excel in all disciplines, most suited to dressage, showing or show jumping. Currently jumping 70cm/80cm at home and went to her first 70cm show and got double clear. She has no vices, boxes and travels well. Price R80 000 Contact: Natalie on 082 786 9511
Kerwood Brilliant 16hh Finely built 7yo bay Warmblood mare, ready to go 1.10m at shows. Very brave, balanced and sharp. Lively and sensitive. Will suit quiet rider. Contact: Troy 072 527 3607 Kerwood Baroness 16hh 4yo chestnut Warmblood mare. Easy ride to do all disciplines. Well schooled and has super jump. No show experience. Contact: Troy 072 527 3607
Dance Assembly 16.1hh 11 yo old Bright Bay TB Gelding. Sire National Assembly, Dam Dance for Joy. He has jumped in the 1m SANESA and 90cm graded. He has an extravagant jump and is well schooled. He is ready to go up the grades. No vices, boxes and travels well. R50 000. Contact Natalie: 082 786 9511
Pretty Appaloosa mare approx 12 years old, 15hh, super jump. R10k. Contact Nicci 081 270 2887 Forsyte Luminessence, Dob - 24/01/2015. An elegant chestnut filly by Lucky Time (Lauries Crusader 11
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x Argentinus) out of Mossandi Lustre (Lambada Imp). Super talented with exceptional movement and winner of the KZN free movement class for yearlings 2016. POA. Grant Langley 082 859 2160, bonzi@mweb.co.za
Quincy 15.3hh mare, she would be suitable for a rider needing to gain experience in the ring in most disciplines. Full lease in Hilton. Contact: Natalie 082 786 9511
Foresyte Chantilly, Dob - 30/08/2015 By Casper (Berlin o/o a Voltaire mare) out of an imported mare Tijara (Beaulieu’s Think Big/Falkland) A tall, leggy filly bred to jump and showing exceptional movement. POA. Grant Langley 082 859 2160, bonzi@mweb.co.za
Davenport Rasputin 16hh ex open showjumper for full lease in Hilton. Suitable for a rider needing an experienced horse that will give you confidence. Contact: Natalie 082 786 9511 Very willing 16.1hh TB Bay Gelding 8yo. Loving horse with an easy temperament, that tries hard to please. Has 3 super paces, good on outrides, has no vices and would make a super Junior horse. Rider has gone to study in Cape Town. Contact: Claire 084 491 0467
Foresyte Cloudier, Dob - 05/02/2015 A bay filly by Casper (by Berlin o/o a Voltaire mare) out of an imported mare Chicane (by Calato) A tall good looking filly with a super attitude and fabulous natural jump POA. Grant Langley 082 859 2160, bonzi@mweb.co.za
Lovely 15.2hh Bay TB gelding rising 5. Schooled, safe, easy, been out to training shows. Ideal for a novice or an experienced rider. He is very lovable. Owner is open to him moving to a yard of similar standard or as a home lease. Contact: Tina 082 415 4498
Forsyte Buck Rogers, Dob - 23/01/2014 3yr old bay gelding by Berlioz des Hauts Droits out of Hidden Pleasure (For Pleasure/Pilot). Moves well and very athletic. Shows a very good natural free jump. A horse with an exciting future POA. Grant Langley on 082 859 2160, bonzi@mweb.co.za
TACK FOR SALE: Second Hand JC GP Saddle 16” Medium Gullet, Good condition. Contact: Nicola 078 199 0469 Bates Caprilli Dressage Saddle. 17 1/2” interchangeable gullet. Cair bag flocking system. Well used and in good condition. Available to see or try in KZN Midlands R8000 Contact: Gill 078 156 5168 after 8th July Various Second Hand Saddles For Sale English Rider Dressage Saddles x 2 Keiffer Dressage saddle x 1 Ideal Jessica dressage saddle x 1 Prestige Silver Star GP saddle x 1 Bates Caprilli flat seat x 1 All saddles in impeccable condition. Please contact Jocelyn Constant on 082 875 6083 for sizes and prices. A variety of second hand tack For Sale Including a GP Epsom Saddle and assorted bits. Contact: Tina 082 415 4498 HORSE BOXES FOR SALE: Sunpacer 2 Berth Horsebox. Excellent condition. No rust, recently serviced including wheel bearings, new jockey wheel & licence up to date to May 2018. R45,000 Pietermaritzburg. Contact: 083 280 8834 2 Berth Home Built Box. In great co ndition. New Rubaxe axels, went through COR in Feb and license up to date. R32,000. Contact: 079 597 4379 12
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Dear Ginny, To whip or not to whip? That is my question. Yours, Perplexed from Pietermaritzburg Dear Perplexed, The long, the short, the when to, and the when to withhold, with regards to the whip, are all questions that have kept many equestrians awake till late into night. Know the rules. This is of utmost importance. Each discipline has a specific rule set for the type of whip that is permissible. A quick session on the couch with the rule book will clarify what you can and cannot carry. Adhere to the rules as not only will you face a public elimination by the judge but you will also have to endure the sniggers and scorn of your fellow equestrians. Imagine what would be said if you carried a Quirt while Show Jumping. Know what is appropriate. This goes without saying, excessive use of the whip is never acceptable, no matter what the circumstance. You will face suspension and a fine for such behaviour. Chasing fellow competitors around the 3*Eventing Riders briefing with a Lunge whip, could draw frowns, as would cracking your Australian stock whip in the Dressage warm up arena. This may result in elimination if not eviction from the competition. Know how. No whip should be used overhand. No rider may carry two whips in competition. No whip may be used after elimination. In fact use of the whip should be kept to the absolute minimum, spare the rod and ruin the child does not hold true when training horses, less is more in this game. The Dressage whip should only ever be used with a light flick of the wrist, like a gentle tickle from a feather duster.
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Lastly Darling, remember the whip is an artificial aid and using the whip in other circumstances is entirely at your own discretion. #justsaying Yours Ever
Ginny
Got a question? Ask Ginny Contact: ginnyscooper@houndandhorse.co.za Disclaimer: The advice provided is the opinion of the writer and one should always seek expert advice from a qualified person. No hounds or horses were harmed in the writing of this column.
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Bakersville Livery Yard Cato Ridge, KZN
Jo-Jo’s Riding Centre and KZN Pony Club Centre Hawkestone Rd, Summerveld, KZN
Stabling available in Cato ridge 5mins off the freeway and 15mins from Shongweni. Full or part livery. Full size showjumping arena, sand dressage arena and x country course including a water complex. I also offer instruction at all levels in all disciplines. Contact: Kathy 060 402 0295.
Our aim is to have fun while learning to ride. Seeing the development, growth and confidence that riding gives to riders is so rewarding. We specialise in lessons for beginners to novice riders of all ages, we coach a range of equestrian disciplines including dressage, show jumping, gymkhana games, vaulting, Pony Club testing and outrides. Knowing each of our horses it is easy to match them to a rider we think they will be most compatable with, as a relationship between horse and rider is important. Contact: Jo-Jo 083 489 7834
Blue Horizons Drummond, KZN
A 10 min drive from Hillcrest, we cater for all ages from as young as 3 years. We also specialise in Special Needs riding. During the holidays we run a variety of Pony Camps from beginners to Advanced. We also cater for those who would like to do a trail ride. For further information please contact Debbie 083 269 4945
Summerview Stables Summerveld, KZN
A small yard with sand and grass arenas, excellent grooms and ten livery stables. Full Livery R4250pm. Contact: Anthony 083 456 8557
Buckingham Equestrian Hilton
Livery, leasing and lessons. 8kms from the Hilton Quarry Centre on the Hilton College road. Club House. Secure, spacious tack room. 50 Stables. 24 hour supervision. Experienced and caring grooms. Enormous paddock. Professional Tuition. Show Jumping clinics. Scenic outrides. Sleep over pony camps. Show assistance provided. Sociable moms’ morning lessons. Horse specific feeding. Grass Jumping arena. Transport to shows. Brood mares and foals welcome. Schooling. Contact: Natalie on 082 786 9511
Ukhulthula Equestrian Centre Camperdown, KZN
Stabling available, Show Jumping facilities, Grass Arena, Large lunge ring, Eventing track, Clubhouse, Beautiful Outrides, 24Hr supervision. Situated in Camperdown, 5 mins off the freeway. Contact: Lisa 078 019 7429
Caballo Vaulting Club Triple-H Horsemanship Centre Drummond, KZN
Kathy Baker
Vaulting is most often described as a combination of dance and gymnastics on horseback. We have lessons every Saturday & Sunday and they are a combination of strength exercises on the floor & horse work. Come & Enjoy! It is useful for both adults and children who may have balance, attention, gross motor skill, or social deficits. Contact: Deana Taljaard on 074 117 2886
Instruction offered in all disciplines at your yard or at my yard in Cato ridge on a lovely school master at all levels. I also offer a Training X Country Course, on your own or under instruction, with a big user friendly water complex which will be filled for groups of 6 or more. X Country/Showjumping clinics if there is the demand. Phone Kathy 060 402 0295
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HOUNDS Canine Myth Buster: Puppies & Social Learning : Dealing with Biting Behaviour Puppies MOUTH – those needle-like teeth can rip and tear and cause a lot of painful nips. Children especially battle with puppies being too mouthy, and new puppy parents often have bleeding arms for weeks. Dogs and puppies have amazingly precise control of their powerful jaws and are able to bite hard, or practice bite inhibition or just ‘snap and miss’ with ease. Teaching your puppy to have great bite inhibition is essential. Puppies will often teach each other during play, just what “too hard” is, by yelping and ending the game. Mommy dogs will monitor play and end any games that get too rough. Teaching them the same rules for human interaction is easy! Games with your pup will be much more rewarding, once the sharp teeth are no longer weapons of mass destruction! Firstly, your puppy does not want to hurt you, he is not using you to teethe, and he is unaware that you do not have hair like he does. When playing with and teaching young pups, always be kind and gentle. Do NOT smack your puppy for biting you, your quick reactions may encourage further biting as he assumes it is play time, or he may turn his play into a real bite –so you would be teaching your pup to bite, or simply make him afraid of you, which will affect your long term relationship.
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Use exaggerated body language, “yelp” loudly by saying OUCH! End the game right there. Stand up, walk away, reward your puppy for stopping biting you with a treat, toy or verbal praise (touching in a pat may instigate further nipping). Redirect mouthing humans, by teaching him to rather hold onto a rope toy or suitable play thing. Use words like HOLD and FETCH while he is playing to start teaching a fun retrieve as well. Teach all members of the household to engage in games where biting is NOT allowed (So, no rough and tumble “wrestling matches”), rather use toys for your puppy to bite and chew! **Adult dogs with excessive mouthing behaviour, can also be redirected in the same way, but it is prudent to consider hiring a professional behaviourist to assist in most cases****
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