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Main Features Fenland Results .......................6 Feeding the Cushings Horse .......................9 Classical Riding .....................12 Five Minutes with Izzy Chaplin ...........................15 Nutrition Focus .....................18 Check for Redworm .............22 Genetics of Gaitedness.........26 Straight from the horse's mouth ......................................28 Win £500 of prizes ...............30 Practical guide to laminitis .32 Lameness in the lower limbs .............................34 Cashjumping League Tables ........................36 Saddles for eventing..............38 Official Pre-Event list ...........39 Caring for your stallion .......47
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Results for Grub’s Arena Eventing – March 23rd: 80cm Junior 1st – Imogen Sutcliffe riding Bob 80cm Senior 1st – Nell Milligan riding Flash 90cm Junior 1st – Beth Foster riding Zoe 90cm Senior 1st – Danielle Fiddler riding Elsinore ELS 1m Senior 1st – Beth Sutcliffe riding Wodka Lime Sponsored by Grub’s, the winners of each class received prize money and a voucher for a pair of Grub’s performance boots. For more information on the Grub’s Arena Eventing Series visit www. northcotestud.co.uk or contact Northcote Stud Equestrian Centre on 01254 245116.
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Fenland Equestrian Centre - Showing Results These are the results from the showing classes on Sunday 16th March. A good day was had by all with an excellent turnout. Place Best Turned Out Young Stock
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Novice
Veteran
Coloureds Mountain & Moorland
Part Breeds
Best Handler Under 16 Best Handler Over 16 In Hand Champion
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Horse
1st
Melanie Govier
Salbrook Darius
2nd
Carole Panayi
Ronnies Dazzling Domino
3rd
Mrs J Tetlow
Illeybrook Lady Million
1st
Louise Bushell
Salbrook Darius
2nd
Sue Nugent
Birchbridge Mister Bumble
3rd
Katy Rumsey
Emma’s Purple Princess
1st
Gabrielle Williams
Mr Navigator
2nd
S Whitehand
Chelsey Girl
3rd
Vicky. Grey
Spongebob
1st
Mrs J Tetlow
Illeybrook Lady Million
2nd
Vicky Grey
Spongebob
3rd
Sheilagh Board Jones
Thamesbourne Peacock
1st
L Oughton Auker
Ballykiss Boy
2nd
Clare Barcroft
Prince
3rd
Natalie Smith
Merlin
1st
Gabrielle Williams
Mr Navigator
2nd
Annette Perry
Dunsmore Glenfiditch
3rd
Charlotte Tegerdine
Buckaroo Buster
1st
S Whitehand
Chelsey Girl
2nd
Debra Rogers.
Spellbound Jedi Knight
3rd
Adrian Streeter
Padstow
1st
Melanie Govier
Salbrook Daruis
2nd
Sheilagh Board Jones
Bronheulog Easter Poppy
3rd
Debra Rogers
Spellbound Jedi Knight
1st
Katy Rumsey
Emma’s Purple Printcess
2nd
L Oughton Auker
Ballykiss Boy
3rd
Karla Randell
Boston Bravado.
1st
Luke Venny
Genorisly
2nd
Charlotte Hobbs
Chase Me Charley
3rd
Molly Presland
Mr Darcey
1st
L Oughton Auker
Merrybridge Huntsman
2nd
Jess Ogden
Joyton Playgin
Champion
Gabrielle Williams
Mr Navigator
Reserve Champion
Louise Bushell
Salbrook Darius
Place
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Horse
Lynda Smith
Paddy
Sylvie
Duke
1st
Imogen Gale
Black Mountain Smookey Bear
2nd
Daisy Bullman
Colliers Google
3rd
Abigail Dalliday
Greendown Dew Drop
1st
Emma Hunt
Dirty Harry
2nd
Bethany Venny
Lunar Eclipse
1st
Sonya Horton
Dolleigh
2nd
S Whitehand
Chelsey Girl
3rd
Lucy
Duke
1st
Hannah White
Manhatten Mousew
2nd
Janine Hagger
Floating Angel
3rd
Emma Hunt
Dirty Harry
1st
Val Hughes
Coco
2nd
Mrs K Faulkner
Beinnliath Jack Sparrow
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Amelia Newbie
Knobs Maley Grey
1st
Annette Perry
Dunsmore Glenfiddion
2nd
Macie Robinson
Marshan Clarissa
3rd
Lucy
Duke
1st
Sonya Horton
Dolleigh
2nd
Val Hughes
Coco
3rd
Hannah White
Manhattan Mouse
1st
Ellie Berlyn
Proppa Cob
2nd
S Whitehand
Chelsey Girl
3rd
Lynne Pudsey
Padstow
1st
Mrs K Faulkner
Hedgethrope Major General
Daniel Wade
Locharnmoss Symphony
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Veteran 15+
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Coloureds
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Amelia Newbie
Knobs Maley Grey
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Mrs K Faulkner
Hedgethrope Major General
2nd
Lucy Smith
Pilgrim
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Daniel Wade
Locharmoss Symphony
1st
Hannah White
Manhattan Mouse
Champion
Sonya Horton
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he respect top professionals in the horse world have for training provider Stubbing Court Training Ltd (SCT) was underscored yet again at the first of its acclaimed Masterclass Series for 2014 on 7 March. Olympic eventer Mark Kyle, who was holding the Masterclass exclusively for SCT’s apprentices and employers at Parklands EC in Sheffield, said: “The SCT apprenticeship programme is great. It allows the apprentices to learn and develop their skills in the workplace, which provides them with the necessary skills to succeed in the future in the horse industry.” Mark, who runs a busy event yard with his wife Tanya in Leicestershire, has been involved in SCT’s apprenticeship scheme for many years as an employer. “These Masterclasses are a great way to reward the hard work of the apprentices and for them to learn in an excellent environment,” he said. “It is
always a privilege to help enthusiastic young equestrians.” One employer who attended the Masterclass, which coincided with National Apprenticeship Week (3-7 March), said: “Mark is an excellent trainer who has a sympathetic manner but who paid very close attention to detail and correct riding. This is worldclass training and inspiring to watch.” Chesterfield-based SCT works throughout the horse industry to provide world-class training for young people through the apprenticeship programme. Equestrian apprenticeships enable young people to gain real, practical skills by “learning while they work”, which are muchdesired in the equine industry. They also earn a wage and gain widely respected qualifications at the same time. For more information on SCT’s apprenticeships, visit www. stubbingcourttraining.com
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place in the prestigious Pony Club Winter League Show Jumping and Dressage Championships was like a dream come true for the hundreds of young riders who had won through to this highly prized competition sponsored by Dengie. They each arrived at Warwickshire College, Moreton Morell, for the event on 12 and 13 April, determined to give the ride of their lives in a quest to claim the title and a winner’s rug and jacket. On Day One, a strong field of 143 show jumpers fought for a place in the ribbons during the Warm-Up, Championship and Open Championship classes. Day Two saw 80 young dressage riders put in a dazzling performance in the Novice and Open heats, with hopes held high that they had scored enough to make it through to the Ride-Offs later in the day.1/2 Prizes included salvers, trophies, championship rugs, jackets, saddlecloths and feed vouchers. The Show Jumping Championship was won by 12-year-old Isabel Lindsay, from the Fife Hunt branch of the Pony Club, riding Bailey XII, with the Open title going to India Bussey, 13, from the South Norfolk branch, on Westside Menlough. Isabelle Beeston, from the Atherstone Hunt branch, won the Novice dressage on VIP, while Charlotte McDowall, from the Ledbuy Hunt branch, took the Open Dressage Championship on Felimor Buddy.
Apprentices Jessica Adams, Paisley Woodward, Amie Jubb and Ellie Mann-Hatton with Mark Kyle Photo by Trevor Meeks
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for include a pot belly, weight loss, muscle wastage and the appearance of abnormal fat deposits such as around the eye orbit. The long hair coat is often associated with localised sweating and cushingoid animals may be observed to drink and urinate more (polydypsia and polyuria respectively) than contemporaries. Immune function in cushingoid animals is usually compromised so typically, recovery from infection or trauma is affected and animals take longer to shake off these various insults. ECD is not a life-threatening disease per se and animals can survive for a very long time if carefully managed but unfortunately there is no cure. An important part of this management programme is the regulation of feeding and considerable care has to be taken over the selection of feed ingredients and dietary provision. An unfortunate complicating factor is that animals with ECD often suffer from laminitis as well. At this point it is worth explaining the situation in humans who may suffer from Cushing ’s syndrome. It occurs when the body tissues are exposed to high levels of cortisol for too long. One of the most important functions of cortisol in both man and animals is that it helps the body to respond to stress. However it has other roles which are highly relevant to bodily function and its overproduction can disrupt homeostatic mechanisms. These roles include regulation of protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism; maintaining cardiovascular function and blood pressure; reducing the immune systems inflammatory response and lastly but most importantly for the horse or pony is that it opposes the action of insulin which of course is necessary for the control of blood glucose. Normal function relies on a small part of the brain, the hypothalamus, sending corticotrophin-releasing hormone (CRH) to part of the pituitary gland (pars intermedia). CRH causes the pituitary to secrete adrenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH) which causes the adrenal glands that lie near the kidneys, to produce cortisol. In healthy individuals, high levels of cortisol would feedback to the hypothalamus where certain cells would produce the neurotransmitter dopamine that would tell the (continued on page 26)
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Charity New Life Horse Care Sanctuary (formerly a business New Life Horse Care), I applaud this wise article which endorsed thoroughly looking for and adhering to the warning signs that horses give us. We have a former dressage horse Oberon here on permanent rehabilitation and to be able to work successfully with this very troubled elderly horse, we have to take account of the warning signs he gives us, mostly that he is afraid of the wind, and in wind he invariably is in his right brain. There is no point in trying to get him ‘through it’ or ‘over it’, it is best not to even start. I have a number of quirky rescued ponies here, and if when ridden, they appear edgy, I always tell the rider to get off and to reassure the pony from the ground, by doing a few exercises such as backing up and flexing. I have thought that I was a bit of a chicken, but better safe than sorry!! Kind regards, Jackie Tye
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- tHe AiDS By Anne Wilson A s described previously in this series, shoulder-in is a very important exercise which, since its inception in 1700’s has revolutionised the way in which we train our horses to become more supple, strong in the hindquarters and especially to become more flexible in all the joints in the hind limbs. It teaches the horse to take weight back onto the haunches, frees up the shoulders and is the gateway to true collection. Collection can be obtained in other ways, which can be used alongside this exercise, but why ignore such a hugely helpful movement? Shoulder-in can be practiced gently, for short periods in walk only, to begin with, and this will gradually strengthen and supple the horse without any stress.
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If you have never ridden shoulderin before, then I suggest you walk it on foot first. This may sound silly but it is actually very important, since horse and rider should mirror each other. For instance the position of your shoulders should be at the same angle as the horse’s shoulders and when the horse needs to advance his inside hip, then the rider should do the same. Try walking down the track on the long side of the school with your shoulders turned inwards at about a 30 degree angle (the same as required from the horse in a conventional three track shoulder-in). Put your hands on your hips, so you can feel what your hips are doing. You will need
to turn inwards from the waist and if you’re on, say the left rein (anticlockwise) then your left foot will step over and in front of your right. It is important that you look in the direction to which your shoulders are pointing. If you turn your head and look down the track, you will quickly feel how it is virtually impossible to keep the shoulderin position. This is demonstrated clearly in Sylvia Loch’s video, The Classical Seat I (available from the Classical Seat Video Co. – www. classicalseat.co.uk). You will also feel the position of your hips and it will be apparent how important it is when mounted to advance your inside hip as this is what the horse must do to perform this movement. Whilst you’re practicing this dismounted exercise, just walk a small circle, with your hands still on your hips. You will clearly feel the necessity to advance your inside hip, whilst being aware of the extra weight put upon your inside foot. You will also need to bring your outside shoulder round in the direction of the circle. If your outside shoulder is too far back, or if you turn your shoulders too far inwards, you will become unbalanced. All this is important because it is what we need to do when mounted. It is best to prepare for the shoulder-in from a small circle and you both need to be well balanced during this preparation. During shoulder-in the horse is bent around the rider’s inside leg, moving laterally away from the bend. In this way it is similar to leg-yield. All other classical lateral
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Training movements require the horse to move sideways towards the bend. The track of an enclosed arena is by far the best place to begin teaching this exercise. If you don’t have the use of one, then it is possible to either fence off or enclose with stakes, an area of your field, ideally 20m x 40m. It is important to use the track because the fence or wall of the arena is such a help in containing the horse’s quarters.
able to give more steps with more confidence and correctness. It is a good idea to begin teaching shoulder-in from the ground, or perhaps to have an understanding helper to walk alongside the horse when the first mounted steps are attempted.
Anne with Lucy Photo by Alex
A THREE-TRACK SHOULDER-IN
A three-track shoulder-in which requires a displacement from the track of about 30 degrees is what is normally required initially in competition, and is the basis of good training for most purposes.
WHAT THE HORSE SHOULD BE DOING
The aim is for the horse to move sideways down the track with the hind legs on the track and forehand taken inwards, away from the track at an angle of roughly 30 degrees. When first starting the exercises a more shallow angle is advisable and this is known as shoulder-fore. The aids are the same so I will make no distinction when describing them. He should be bent equally from poll to tail, without excessive bend in the head and neck. This position necessitates the crossing of the front and hind legs. The inside hind leg does most of the extra work in that it comes forward and across the outside hind and pushes the horse sideways. When the horse can do all this correctly then he will be well on the way to true collection, with the forehand being rendered lighter and weight taken back onto the
A FOUR-TRACK SHOULDER-IN
The photo above shows a shoulder-fore position, with the left shoulder just off the track. haunches. However, at the beginning we must not expect perfection. Good collection creates a good shoulderin, and shoulder-in creates good collection – one complements the other. We must be patient and accept the first couple of faltering shoulder-in steps with elation and gratitude; building up on this week by week until the horse is
This is a more advanced movement and requires a larger displacement from the track, of about 40 degrees. If the horse does not bend correctly, he will take less weight back onto his haunches, and this is more likely at this angle, in which case the exercise is rendered far less beneficial. I would certainly not worry about how many tracks my horse is making with his feet; just concentrate on good bending and sideways progression. AIDS FROM THE RIDER FOR SHOULDER-IN (and ShoulderFore)
It is best to prepare for shoulder-in by riding a fairly small circle, say on the right rein. Ride your circle in
the corner of the school just before the long side. You should already have your outside leg back and inside leg on the girth with your right hip in advance of the left. Keeping the right bend, when you have ridden one circle, just as the horse steps off the track with his forelegs and is about to begin another circle, you ask him to step sideways away from your right leg, into your left rein. Your shoulders should be turned inwards at the angle to which you want your horse’s shoulders (don’t forget to turn your head with your shoulders). Keeping your hands together, take both hands to the right with your shoulders as they turn. The outside (left rein should be on the neck but don’t take your left hand across the withers to the right, just keep it at the withers). Your left leg should be back, not just from the knee, but from the thigh. This leg should normally be quietly laid on the horse; to be brought into play if necessary should the quarters begin to swing outwards. The horse is bent around your right leg which gently but decisively asks the horse to move away and sideways up the track, either by a gentle pushing or tapping movement, whichever the horse (continued on page 16)
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(continued from page 13) responds to best, and whichever you have used previously when asking for leg-yield. The importance of the outside rein The main thing which tells the horse not to walk forward onto a circle or diagonally across the school is the supportive and firm outside rein on the neck. If you have taken both hands to the right and the horse is bent to the right, then this should be enough to give the left rein the extra tension required, as the neck will ‘fill out’ the rein. The tension should not be so great as to become restrictive and on no account should you pull back with either rein. The inside rein is often over-used The job of the inside rein is to invite the horse’s forehand off the 16 | May 2014
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track and maintain the inside bend. Many riders over-use this rein when first practicing shoulder-in, sometimes opening the rein to the inside, thus creating far too much bend in the neck and virtually pulling the horse onto the forehand, making it impossible for him to walk a correct shoulder-in. The best thing to do is to use a sponging effect of opening and closing of the fingers to create or maintain the inside flexion, if necessary. Keep both hands together as a pair with elbows rested on your torso, with the whole of your upper body in the shoulder-in position. In this way, combined with the encouragement of the inside leg, the horse will quickly understand what is required. If this doesn’t work, and he still seems confused, then the assistance www.equi-ads.com
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This shows the greater angle of shoulder-in, approx. 30 degrees from the track (Anne with Lucy photo by Horsepix) of a trusted friend on the ground is invaluable. The Classical Seat It almost goes without saying that a good classical seat, upright body position with expanded chest, shoulders relaxed back and down, hips underneath shoulders, relaxed buttocks and thigh muscles, but toned and supportive abdominal and lower back muscles, are all essentials for correct riding of any exercise, especially shoulder-in. Common Difficulties Sometimes the rider collapses the inside hip when trying too hard to push the horse sideways. This should be avoided by thinking ‘up from the waist’. It is common for a young or untrained horse to find it difficult to understand the concept of keeping his forehand off the track whilst his quarters are on the track. He then performs merely a head and neck in. This should be rectified by patiently and carefully following the aids as above and showing him how it’s done from the ground. Sometimes the horse will offer a greater angle than necessary; taking his shoulders in from the track at an angle of around 40 degrees. This can fool the rider into thinking that he has achieved a superbly advanced, four track shoulder in, when in fact it may be that the horse has cleverly chosen this advanced angle in order to straighten his body and avoid the extra work of bending from poll to tail. This is why I am against the practice of teaching leg-yield up the track, because it gives the horse the idea that this position can be maintained without the requisite poll to tail bend of shoulder-in. The Weight Aid In my previous article on leg-yield I described how the use of a discreet weight aid (the lengthening of the leg, thus weighting that particular seatbone) in the direction of travel will encourage the horse to move that way. It is a natural aid which
the horse will do automatically in order to stay in balance with his rider. When it comes to shoulderin, things become a bit more complicated. Some untrained horses will benefit from the rider giving a slight weight aid with the inside leg/seatbone initially to encourage them to bring the forehand away from the track. But the weight will then need to be centralised when the horse has responded. Sometimes a slight weight aid to the outside will reinforce the pushing aid of the inside leg to encourage the horse up the track. Obviously the rider needs to be able to feel the reaction of the horse and respond instantaneously otherwise the horse will be confused. If you are new to these weight aids or do not feel confident enough, then I would suggest that you keep your weight as central as possible when teaching this movement. START SLOWLY AND DECISIVELY WITH TACT AND PATIENCE
It is important that the rider/trainer should approach any new exercise with a clear understanding of what is required, but with modest expectations. Always begin in walk and only practice in walk until the movement is well established. Just a stride or two of shoulder-in will be an excellent start. Practice on both reins but don’t expect equal success. Remember that one rein will be much more difficult than the other for reasons discussed in previous articles. Never over-do any one exercise in a training session; don’t spend all the time practicing one thing. Ride away and do something else, especially if difficulties occur. You can always come back to the shoulder-in again once the horse’s confidence (and yours) have been restored by riding a movement you are good at. Give the horse (and yourself ) plenty of rest periods on a long rein, to enable you both to stretch, relax and think about what you have done and what you may be about to attempt. If things go wrong and you cannot achieve the shoulder-in, don’t despair; Rome was not built in a day; it may be that you just need more time on the preparatory exercises. Anne Wilson is a freelance classical riding trainer, based in Bedfordshire; trained with Sylvia Loch and holder of the Classical Riding Club Gold Award Certificate – Phone 01234 772401 or email: annewilsondressage@ hotmail.co.uk www. classicalridingannewilson. com See Anne’s book ‘Riding Revelations – Classical Training from the Beginning’ available from www.blacktent.co.uk
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n this feature, we invite experts to answer your burning questions - please email us at nutrition@ equiads.com if you have an equine nutrition enquiry. (your questions may be shortened to fit the available space.) Q. How do I know what fats are good for my horse and what are their benefits? From Mark Standing, Lincs A. Horse’s digestive systems digest and absorb nutrients in a very different way to humans. Feeding your horse oil or high fat feeds isn’t going to give your horse high cholesterol! Horses can definitely benefit from the inclusion of fats and oils in their diet, fed alongside a good quality fibre. Fats can come in a number of different forms such as oils, linseed meal and coconut based feeds such as copra. Fats and oils are considered slow release energy sources which mean they gradually release energy into the horse’s blood stream helping to reduce
the risk of hyperactive behaviour. Fats have twice as many calories as carbohydrates making them very calorie-dense, for example one cup of oil provides the same amount of energy as 700g of oats. Remember that all oils have the same amount of energy, and it is their ratio of essential fatty acids Omega-3 and 6 which separates them. Omega-3 is natural antiinflammatory helping to reduce prostaglandins responsible for pain and inflammation in the horses’ body. Linseed oil is almost 60% pure Omega-3 fatty acids and is one of the richest plant based sources of Omega-3. Conversely, Omega-6 fatty acids are essential for immune function and tissue repair within the horses’ body; soya oils are a rich source of Omega-6 which is almost 50% Omega-6. Omega-3 and Omega-6 work synergistically within the horses’ body and it is important to select oil which contains both of these essential fatty
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acids in the correct ratio. Blue Chip feed balancers include high levels of soya and linseed oils in an ideal balance; they contain essential nutrients needed for optimal health in one convenient bag. Blue Chip Feed’s new feed balancer, Original Native, supplies elevated levels of soya and linseed oils to help enhance coat shine and promote a strong mane, tail and feathers for Native Ponies. Q. How can I boost coat condition ready for the show season? From Carly Watson, Norfolk A. Coat condition is a combination of feeding the right diet that provides all the essential nutrients, and good grooming. A balanced diet is paramount to producing a show quality coat.
mineral known for helping to improve coat condition. Copper is heavily involved in supporting the integrity of the structural protein found in the skin, collagen and helps to promote healthy skin providing by providing a strong foundation for healthy hair to grow. Feeding oil in your horse’s daily ration will help strengthen your horse’s hair, preventing breakages and allowing the coat to lie flat against your horse’s skin. Dietary oil feeds the hair oil glands, resulting in a strong, shiny coat. Blue Chip feed balancers contain good sources of organic zinc and copper which are readily absorbed and utilised by the horses’ body to boost condition.
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eading show horse producer, Jo Bates, from Banbury, a former Young Rider Dressage Champion won the Small Hack of the year class and stood Reserve Champion Hack at Horse of the Year Show 2012 with Whalton Razzmatazz. She runs a busy yard with daughter Holly who recently took 4th place with her dressage horse, Cambridge at the 2014 British Dressage Winter National Championships. Sponsored by Absorbine, Jo’s turnout in the ring is always immaculate; she has the following tips to ensure a great look. • I like to bath my horses the day before a show with a good quality horse shampoo. Absorbine’s– ShowSheen 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner, is proving to be a favourite in our yard. To avoid stains in grey horse’s tails I find Absorbine’s Stain Remover and Whitener is effective. • Plaiting can be made much easier by careful preparation. Make sure that you have everything you need: blunt needle (threaded), spare thread, scissors, mane comb and hair clips. A dab of Absorbine ShowSheen Detangler Gel added to the mane after plaiting will add some extra sparkle for a finishing touch. • A well pulled tail looks amazing and can really improve the look of a horse’s hindquarters. You need to be very aware of safety when pulling tails, and never take risks. Wear a hat and protective clothing. • With regard to feet and condition, we always use Absorbine Natural Hooflex conditioner on our horses every day, this maintains the correct moisture balance whether horses are turned our or stabled and maintains a healthy looking hoof. • I always black the horses’ feet with Absorbine SuperShine hoof polish as the shiny finish looks great and I also use quarter-marks and add some ShowSheen Moisturizing Gel around the eyes and muzzle.
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HorSeS CoulD Be At riSK froM reDWorM SAyS Vet! E arly spring is the high-risk time for larval cyathostominosis, a potentially fatal syndrome caused by the mass emergence of small redworm from their dormant, encysted state. Worming experts are warning that this year, the risk of disease may be higher than usual, following the UK’s exceptionally mild, wet winter. Encysted small redworm (ESRW) are one of the most harmful parasites to affect horses in the UK. They are larval stages of the small redworm that hibernate in the lining of the gut and don’t show up in a standard faecal worm egg count. They usually ‘wake up’ in the early spring and their mass emergence can lead to larval cyathostominosis, causing diarrhoea and colic with up to a 50% mortality rate1. Normally, during winter months, lower environmental temperatures prevent worm eggs and larvae from developing on the pasture, meaning that re-infection of horses does not occur to a significant extent until the following spring. However, during unusually mild, wet winters such as this year’s, worm eggs and larvae can develop on the pasture and grazing horses can become re-infected2. Even horses that have been treated for encysted small redworm in late autumn/early winter may still be at risk of re-infection, particularly if they have been turned out on heavily used pasture.
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“It is recommended that all horses receive a treatment for ESRW during the late autumn/winter, regardless of their faecal worm egg count3,” said Wendy Talbot, veterinary surgeon. “In some circumstances, such as if the preceding winter has been especially mild, then it is advisable to consider a second ESRW dose in the spring for those horses most at risk.” All horses can develop larval cyathostominosis but those at particular risk are youngsters, old or immunecompromised horses (such as those with Cushing’s disease), those with an unknown or sub-optimal worming history and those that were not dosed correctly in late autumn/early winter. If you have a horse showing signs possibly related to a worm burden such as loss of condition, sudden weight loss or diarrhoea, it’s important to contact your coal veterinary surgeon as soon as possible. To find out more about year-round worm control, visit www.wormingyourhorse.info. You can also visit www.esrw.co.uk to test your knowledge of encysted small redworm. 1. Dowdall S.M.J. et al (2002) Veterinary Parasitology 106, 225-242 2. Reinmeyer CR and Nielsen MK (2013) Handbook of Equine Parasite Control. 45-53 3. Nielsen (2012) Veterinary Paristology. 185. 32-44
Activo-Med Combi Hoof Boots H oof Boots combine Pulsed Electromagnetic (PEMF) and massage in one easy to use product as part of a complete Activo-Med system, or as a stand alone system that focuses on the horse’s hooves. It’s easy to use as the Hoof Boots are strapped onto the hooves and then the system’s preset programmes take care of the rest, allowing you to carry on with yard chores and more. The PEMF element helps to stimulate the body’s cells, to promote increased cell efficiency and repair. This therapy works with the massage to create a product that can be used for a variety of hoof conditions, including laminitis. Activo-Med Combi Hoof Boots are available in a range of packages, but single boots start from £980. For more information see www.fmbs.co.uk or call 01628 472440.
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A recent veterinary article printed in the Horse & Hound stated that a study on a Chondroitin & Glucosamine supplement fed to horses with joint problems was NO MORE EFFECTIVE THAN PLACEBO. In other words it did not work!! We at Equine America are not surprised at these findings because CORTAFLEX© DOES NOT CONTAIN CHONDROITIN & GLUCOSAMINE. Equine America would like to point out that CORTAFLEX© was subjected to a rigorous double blind study led by world renowned clinician Dr. Hilary Clayton BVMS, PhD, MRCVS at the Michigan State University Veterinary Medicine Research Dept. The impressive findings were presented at the A.A.E.P and the results were published in the conference proceedings and it was concluded that CORTAFLEX© CLEARLY WAS MORE EFFECTIVE THAN PLACEBO – in other words it worked!!
CORTAFLEX© was also subjected to a field study in the prestigious USA Horse Journal which involved many leading Chondroitin & Glucosamine supplements in which CORTAFLEX© came out the clear winner and became the Product of the Year. The Horse Journal said “We laughed at the statement on the CORTAFLEX© label – Dramatic results in 5 days” But the laugh was on us – CORTAFLEX© worked in 3 days! Since the double blind study CORTAFLEX© has been improved by the addition of Hyaluronic Acid, and ASU. www.equine-america.co.uk 01403 255 809
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re you looking to really bond with your horse, develop an amazing relationship and build a real partnership? How would you like your horse to be calm, smart, brave and athletic and develop a strong and lasting partnership which will lead to having more fun with your horse, improving your performance and safety. If your answer is yes, look out for the South West Parelli Team in action at Devon County Show on May 22, 23 and 24. The Parelli Professionals with be showcasing their
talents as they demonstrate natural horsemanship at its very best throughout the show. Said Graham Pickup of Parelli UK: “We are looking forward to presenting our live Parelli demos at Devon County Show this year. We invite everyone to come and see up close and personal how day-to-day horse problems can be solved quickly and effectively by some simple but profound strategies. Come and say hello to our team of instructors from the South West who will be there to answer any questions Equi-Ads readers may have.” Parelli Natural Horsemanship can help in so many ways, from improving your horse’s confidence to making loading and catching simple and easy, stopping biting and bucking, and making your own life with horses stress and problem free. Gain a better understanding of horse behaviour as the team explain how to build that all important bond with horses and how this will help you get the best out of them no matter what your goals are. If you want more information head on over to the Parelli trade stand and meet the team, they will be happy to help get you started on your Parelli journey with your horse or pony. For more information visit www.parelli .com or contact Parelli UK on 0800 0234 813.
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he East Anglian Savvy Team once again braved the cold to host another fun filled evening of inspiration and education in the fantastic venue of Topthorn EC, Suffolk. The series of four demonstrations has raised over £4,200 which the team have donated to the Animal Health Trust. In the final demo of the series Parelli 2* Instructor, Cath Langley and the team, wowed the 90 plus crowd of fellow horse lovers with the help of their four legged partners. Jennifer Woods, a Parelli 2* Instructor and her young horse, Kane, joined Cath Langley and Fred, along with Parelli 1* Instructor Anthony Greenleaves and Wizzard, and Level 4 student
Wendy and Chico to demonstrate the importance of putting the relationship first and how love, language and leadership in equal doses is the key to good horsemanship. Jennifer did a fantastic job of maintaining her youngster’s confidence who, it can definitely be said, gained great experience and exposure from the evening. As always Wizzard, Fred and Chico pulled out all the stops and all four partnerships demonstrated just what can be achieved when you put foundation before specialisation. The demo covered displays of
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How Equi Life helped Fergie “In June 2009 we bought a twenty three year old Welsh pony, Fergie, for our daughter to start to learn to ride. Fergie had a cresty neck, so needless to say I didn’t take any liberties with her for fear of her getting laminitis. In Dec 2009 she went down with laminitis in cold snowy weather. We blood tested her, she had an insulin level of 237µIU/ml (normal is less than 40µIU/ml). My vet, Claire Devitt, said that she had insulin resistance and Cushing’s Disease. We kept her shut up as part of her treatment. By Feb 2010, she was still shut up, we weren’t really getting on top of the laminitis. She was having bouts of it about every three weeks. We blood tested her again only to find her insulin levels had gone up to >330µIU/ml. Still in her box, she was getting much worse and gaining weight. We even had a period of about ten days of her looking extremely laminitic first thing in the morning and walking around her box more easily by late afternoon. By 25th March 2010 her insulin levels had rocketed up to 873µIU/ml. We were absolutely stuffed. I couldn't move her out of her box to help her metabolism because of the laminitis. We really needed to find the right button to press to bring the levels down. I had seen an article in a magazine that mentioned NoMetSyn. I spoke to my vet about it and she duly got in touch with Mr Eustace, he advised us to use NoMetSyn, 4 Vitex4Equids and Formula Feet. The results of the new regime were spectacular! Eight days after receiving these supplements she started 'head tossing' and having a roll followed by a buck! The change in her was so obvious after all the months of her stuck in her box looking half dead. We blood tested her thirty eight days after she started her new supplements and incredibly her insulin levels had gone down to 48.7µIU/ml. We had Xrayed her feet and found there to be mild pedal bone rotation: my farrier Jim Hayter provided expert corrective farriery. She was finally turned out on the 15th May 2010 and we started working her gently a month later. Two years on we still have (hang on wood) a sound, slimmer pony that has enjoyed some Pony Club outings this winter. We have kept her on the three supplements, combined with regular exercise and careful management. Long may it last. 14/06/2013; Hi Sue, hope you are well. Thought you might like to see these photo's of Ellie and Fergie at their first show. Ellie was 2nd in her best rider class and dearest Fergie won the veterans and was joint champion with the hunter in the championship! A great day was had by all. I have told Ellie to make the most of it as you don't get days like that very often!! Fergie's weight has remained stable; she is very slim but I think she looks pretty good. She has had the most amazing dapples up her neck and shoulders all the winter and my farrier Jim is really pleased with her feet. Best wishes Jane, Ellie and Fergie Gingell.”
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The Genetics of Gaitedness Ben Sturgeon, Bsc, BVM&S, Cert EP, MRCVS
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n the summer of 2012 the British Equestrian team, Olympians and Paralympians, were showered with medals of all colour. Perhaps one of the most surprising was that of Charlotte Dujardin who changed her final dressage routine, mid test. Instead of performing the steps practised and memorised for months she and her horse did something entirely different. She won gold! It is a well known adage that “practise makes perfect” and we can even qualitatively identify practise as achieving muscle memory or motor learning. Indeed training has been shown to enhance motor neuron excitability and induce synaptogenesis, both of which aid communication between the nervous system and locomotory muscles themselves. But perhaps the greatest dream is to have a horse who can, perhaps like Charlottes and in the words of Nike, Just Do It. The ability of a horse to perform in certain disciplines or indeed at certain specific gaits is not one enforced by a riders demands but one that is enhanced by a riders understanding and skill promoting the horses’ innate or evolutionary design to perform. It is unsurprising then that horse breeds “naturally” fall into disciplines aligned to their inherent abilities. It is as rare to see a Shire performing Dressage as a Warmblood pulling a plough. The interest in enhancing and cajoling these natural traits has long been in “the eye of the beholder” selecting traits deemed desirable for progeny to possess, akin to Darwinian theory of selective advantage, although it is perhaps now akin to selection for financial gain. Whilst the locomotory pattern or gait of a horse may be perceptively altered or effected by for example; limb conformation, muscle balance and arguably sex, and further influenced by riding aids, repetitive training and rider skill, it is perhaps more interesting to note that for a horse to be able to achieve a certain gait or type of gaits, irrespective of phylogenic (end result animal or indeed human) physical make up and environmental influences, its genetic status needs to be complicit. It is recognised that the motor circuits in the spinal cord controlling locomotion, referred to as the Central Pattern Generator (CPG), upon appropriate stimulation, generate an organised (continued from page 9) pituitary gland to stop producing ACTH and cortisol production from the adrenal glands would then subside. It is the overproduction of cortisol that produces Cushing’s syndrome in man and ECD in equids. In man, overproduction of cortisol can be as a result of a number of quite different situations. For example treatment with steroids to overcome inflammatory diseases, individual overproduction of cortisol, non-cancerous tumours of the pituitary that secrete excess ACTH (responsible for ~70% of cases-called Cushing’s disease), cancerous tumours outwith the pituitary and adrenal tumours. In 26 | May 2014
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motor rhythm i.e. movement or gait. A publication in 2012 reported, on chromosome 23, that a recessive single gene variant nominally called DMRT3, found within a 186Kb haplotype loci, largely accounted for the ability of some horses to demonstrate alternate gaits additional to the standard walk, trot, canter and gallop. Instead of the two-beat contralateral gait of the trot, some horses performed the pace, a two-beat ipsilateral gait and others four-beat ambling and intermediate gaits (such as the Icelandic Tolt, the running walk, lateral and diagonal gaits and the Trotters racing pace) and for others not to do so; in other words the gene regulated the pattern of locomotion. From genome analysis the mutation was identified worldwide with a predominance in the gaited breeds and in horses bred for harness racing. The gene mutation caused a premature “stop codon” resulting in the production of a modified protein by the DMRT3 gene (when evaluated in mice spinal cord neurons) which altered functional effects on the spinal cord neuronal circuitry or CPG coordinating locomotory movement. Specifically it regulated whether or not a horse had the theoretical ability to perform, to be trained or indeed even to demonstrate gaiting ability and was, with likely reaching consequences, demonstrated to have a favourable effect on harness racing performance. Perhaps most interestingly, the presence of the gene variant as a homozygous form (having the mutant gene present on both chromosomes) or as a heterozygous form (having only one copy on a chromosome) also influenced the level of
contrast, in equids, ECD is as a result of enlargement of the pars intermedia or, of the development of a benign growth there. Thus it is no surprise that ECD is often referred to as Pituitary Pars Intermedia dysfunction (PPID)! Apart from the necessity for the regulation of the feeding of these animals it is worth giving brief mention to the other aspects of the overall management programme. It should be clear from the foregoing that ECD animals are significantly compromised in terms of their health and thus it is imperative that there is early veterinary involvement in their care. I know it is stating the obvious but ECD animals should
gaitedness demonstrated, with a homozygous carrier performing a greater variety of alternate gaits. Furthermore, it was suggested that the homozygous form not only resulted in the ability to perform different gaits but also inhibited the transition to gallop. As intimated, whilst the evolutionary adaptations of horses has led naturally to their use in niche disciplines, the discovery of this population of nerve cells, dependent on DMRT3 protein transcription critical for the control of gaits in horses, has interesting financial implications. A Standardbred galloping in a race would lead to disqualification whilst the innate, or perhaps we can now say genetic, predisposition to pace would favour higher speeds and hence racing performance; an American Saddlebred with a homozygous inheritance may show better ability to train and exhibit gaitedness in 5-gaited and roadster competition classes, whilst conversely a horse destined for disciplines where gaitedness is deemed less favourable the early identification of even a heterozygous inheritance may be a deciding factor in its promotion to a training programme. Furthermore, for the enterprising, the genetic potential in breeding stallions and broodmares can assessed and tested (SynchroGait Testing®) before aiming for selective offspring. Genetics is a wonderfully foolhardy science where it seems that by tweaking here and there we can remove some of the doubts and mystery of life, whilst gaining many of the advantages. However, one final sum for you to consider; any phenotype is an amalgamation of its genotype (whole genetic profile) as well as its environment (feeding, training, disease etc). Whilst it is exciting to know that an identifiable and testable gene can inform us as to the potential of an animal or to certain aspects of the animal, that true qualitative potential is a quantitative summation of many genes working together and only influenced in part by you. Many biologists neatly liken this to baking a cake where “you can mix two sets of exactly the same ingredients together, but at the end of baking they will taste different.” The only caveat we can add here though is this, if you need gaitedness, you need at least one vital agreement.
enjoy effective parasite control, have pristine teeth and perfect occlusion (regular visits to the dentist!!) and their hoof care should be of the highest order. A long, curly coat in the spring and summer is an embarrassment to the animal so coat condition needs careful monitoring. Finally it is essential to maintain a weight and condition that are appropriate to the type of animal. This will necessitate regular weighing or weight estimation using a weigh tape together with condition/fat scoring. In terms of feeding ECD animals we must remember two important points referred to earlier and these are that laminitis is common
amongst these animals and that blood glucose control is shot to pieces. In very simple terms cortisol release should stimulate glucose production, which in turn would stimulate insulin production. However, in the case of ECD animals it is ineffective in regulating blood glucose. This is because ECD animals become insulin resistant and are thus more prone to laminitis. A dexamethasone suppression test relies on injecting the horse with a steroid and this should normally result in a reduction of circulating cortisol; failure to do so is indicative of ECD. Selection of feed ingredients: (continued on page 28) www.equi-ads.com
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e scour the equestrian world for news and views on nutrition and veterinary matters, to give you the latest information. As spring approaches, this month we bring you the latest news on laminitis issues. No more indiscriminate breeding The British Horse Society has raised some stark points regarding equine welfare, with too many horses suffering in the UK, in-part due to over breeding. The BHS’s Director of Equine Policy, Lee Hackett, cites years of unchecked and indiscriminate breeding as co-factors in the current welfare crisis. “The UK is saturated with thousands of horses with little or no value and a shortage of responsible and knowledgeable owners willing to care for them,” he explains. “Together with other charities we have been doing our best to resolve the situation, but sanctuaries are now beyond full and we are facing crisis point.” The BHS advises: • Don’t ‘rescue’ a horse or pony unless you have the knowledge and resources to care for them. Responsible re-homers should do so via a charity. • Don’t bid for horses at sales that you feel sorry for. • Horse owners must face up to responsibilities and, if necessary, consider euthanasia rather than passing on the care of old or injured horses to someone else. • Don’t add to the problem – the indiscriminate breeding of poor quality horses and ponies has to stop.
Breeding can seem like an attractive proposition for many of us. Redworm risk Vets are warning that our recent mild winter could lead to a higher risk of small redworm
infestation in our equine population. There is an increased risk in spring from larval cyathostominosis, a potentially fatal syndrome caused by the mass emergence of small redworm from their encysted state. The syndrome causes diarrhoea and colic, with up to a fifty per cent equine mortality rate. During unusually mild, wet winters, worm eggs and larvae can develop on the pasture and grazing horses can become re-infected. Hence, Wendy Talbot, vet with Animal Health Company Zoetis, which has launched a new awareness campaign at http://www.esrw.co.uk, says that if the preceding winter has been especially mild, it may be advisable to consider a second encysted small redworm dose in the spring, for horses most at risk [e.g. youngsters, old or immune-compromised horses or those with a sub-optimal worming history].”
During mild winters, worm eggs can develop on the pasture and re-infect horses Pole to pole Researchers in America have found that trotting poles can be extremely valuable to a horse’s rehabilitation after lameness. The study, whose authors include eminent biomechanist Dr. Hilary Clayton, found that trotting over ground poles can therapeutically help to restore full ranges of equine limb and joint motion. The team set out to determine changes in joint angulations and hoof flight arcs by comparing limb kinematics. “Trotting over poles is effective for activating and strengthening the flexor musculature... and may be useful in the rehabilitation of neurological cases,” a study spokesperson stated. (Reference: ‘Swing phase kinematics of horses trotting over poles’; S. Brown et al: DOI: 10.1111/evj.12253. Accepted: EVJ].
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Trotting poles can aid rehab after lameness. Fibre is best American researchers have carried out a study, published on open-access journal PLoS ONE and conducted with the U.S. Salinity Laboratory, which researches the biology of plant systems, on equine faecal bacteria. The researchers collected dung samples from 17 horses, each fed three different diets: a high fibre, forage only diet; a high fibre diet with a starch-rich supplement; and a high fibre diet with an oil-rich supplement. They found a reduction in the core balance of bacteria in the gut when the horses were fed a diet OTHER than one that was forage only, e.g. very high in fibre. They also proposed that a high starch-supplemented diet could increase the risk for ‘metabolic Studies show that a high dysfunction’. fibre diet promotes core Ageing was also bacteria levels in the associated with equine gut a reduction in bacterial diversity. The results could undoubtedly help us understand more about the microbial community in the equine hindgut. Look out for more advice and info at www.equi-ads.com
(continued from page 26) It should be clear that an animal suspected or confirmed as having ECD should be fed dietary ingredients that do not result in an elevation of blood glucose (a glycaemic response). This therefore rules out all feeds that contain starch, particularly those starch-rich feeds that have been cooked (steam flaked, micronized or extruded) because they are readily digested/ hydrolysed in the small intestine with a rapid release of glucose. Equally, molassed products such as some straw/alfalfa chops are unsuitable for ECD animals. Sugar beet pulp also contains enough
sugar to rule out its use in ECD diets. A major problem facing owners of ECD animals is what to do with them during the grass growing season? Grass may contain a lot of readily digestible water soluble carbohydrates (up to 25%) such as glucose, fructose and sucrose that can elevate blood glucose. Depending on the animal’s status it might be necessary to prevent access to grass altogether, use a grazing muzzle or, provide limited access. The latter is less effective since animals compensate time limitations by eating more quickly rather like at a breakfast buffet! Naturally it is essential (continued on page 32) www.equi-ads.com
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readed Itching! Whether caused by mites, sweet itch, lice, flies or other issues, it can be a problem for many horse, pony and donkey owners at some point during the year. At Ruggles & Stopitall Ltd they prefer harnessing Mother Nature’s natural ingredients and abilities for delivering gentle and impressive success rates. Jennifer Colliar from Stirlingshire, is just one happy horse owner who has seen the natural power of Ruggle-it. Jennifer’s pony, Thor, has heavy Thor feathers and was stamping and itching continually from mites. Traditional chemical applications helped for a short time but the itching always returned - Jennifer was at her wit’s end until she heard about Ruggle-it and gave it a go. Said a delighted Jennifer: “I cannot praise Ruggle-it enough! We have had Thor for 14 years and have tried many products including the Vet’s but for the first time this summer he has been free from the distress caused by itchy legs.” Here are some top tips for a happy and itch-free summer courtesy of Ruggles & Stopitall; • Find an effective, long-lasting yet gentle fly-repellent to help stop biting insects – preferably something which won’t wash off in the rain. • Try spraying some rags with your fly repellent and hang from the rafters to help make your stable a bug-free zone. • Effective repellents allow your horse to ‘get naked’ and enjoy some rug-free turnout in the sunshine, which, in turn, is critical to help boost Vitamin D levels and immunity. • Ensure he has shaded areas to stand under when turned out, whether a tree, tall hedge or field shelter. • If your horse is itchy, look for a gentle and ideally natural product to simultaneously soothe irritated areas whilst gently killing or deterring biting bugs and/or eggs. • But, look closely at labels – preferably avoid harsh ingredients which can increase irritation (e.g. chemicals like parabens, sodium lauryl sulphate and PEGs plus also Tea-Tree). • Source a soap-free shampoo for bathing for a show as it won’t matter that much if you miss any areas when rinsing off. • Immune empowerment. For horses, ponies or donkeys with severe skin challenges (e.g. mud/fungal issues) and/or itchiness, gut sensitivities or even the lamintic prone, try to bolster their own immune capabilities from the inside. Try a probiotic supplement but avoid those that contain cereal fillers – look for ‘pure’ probiotics. This also applies to stressed animals or those that have recently been on antibiotics. • Diet Mis-Matches? Skin issues are increasingly diet-related, so investigate your horse or pony’s ingredient labels. There are many differing beliefs about what should and should not be fed to horses, ie. omitting garlic, molasses and haylage, but it is up to you to read the research and make your own sensible judgement. For naturally-inspired skin and anti-bug products, probiotics, superfoods or joint care suggestions for pets, large animals and humans, see www.karenruggles.co.uk
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A Practical Guide to...laminitis
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or most of us, the advent of summer and the opportunity to turn horses and ponies out to lovely green grass, with no early dark mornings or mucking out, is a cause of relief and excitement. However, to those with ponies and horses (and indeed donkeys) with a history of laminitis it should be approached with cautious anticipation. Laminitis is a disease we hear about on an almost daily basis, but that does not mean it should not be taken seriously. It causes great discomfort and pain, and can have long term implications on the horse’s usefulness and ability to work and/or compete. In extreme, acute cases or chronic cases with poor quality of life the kindest option is often to put the horse down. With the time and expense of treatment, and the poor prognosis in many cases, by far the best course of action is in prevention rather than see a much loved horse or pony endure the pain and the very restrictive lifestyle of a laminitis sufferer. Although it is now known that horses and ponies with high insulin levels when suffering from Cushings Disease or Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) are more susceptible to laminitis, the highest risk still remains with those that are overweight. The main causes are eating too much grass or grain, including grain based compound feeds; as a reaction to infection for example a mare that has retained her afterbirth following foaling; or following high doses of certain drugs. Other, less common causes are concussion from being ridden on hard surfaces, weight bearing on one leg following severe injury or lameness in the opposite leg or occasionally following stress from long distance travel. Laminitis is the inflammation of the sensitive laminae which are the connective tissues that hold the hoof wall to the pedal bone within the hoof. Apart from causing great pain, this inflammation can also cause tissue to break down compromising this bond and the pedal bone can rotate and even drop through the sole. It is important to be vigilant with all horses and ponies but particularly those who may be considered at risk or have had previous laminitic attacks, as prevention is so much better than cure. It is important to be vigilant and spot early
(continued from page 28) to provide a source of forage and in this respect straw can be used or hay that is has been well-soaked with warm water (16C with agitation for 16 hours resulted in a water soluble carbohydrate [WSC] loss of 49%). It has been estimated that WSC content of forage for horses with ECD should be less than 10% and from the foregoing it will be apparent that this is not easily achieved. In both cases micronutrients will be in short supply so a daily vitamin/trace element should be fed. If animals are sweating a lot then electrolytes should be provided. Straw is of course low in protein. To help to try to retain muscle mass it is a good idea to provide quality protein and alfalfa would be a good 32 | May 2014
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signs. These include prominent rings or a concave dish developing on the hoof wall, flared long toes, contacted heels, seedy toe often leading to abscesses, crumbly white line, flaky soles, sore front feet especially on harder ground and a shortening of stride. If unnoticed or ignored these symptoms will develop until you will spot your horse rocking back onto his heels, being reluctant to move, sweating in pain and with a high digital pulse. An acute laminitic attack like this should be treated as an emergency and the vet be called. They are likely to administer pain killers, anti-inflammatories and a blood thinning agent to help improve the circulation within the feet. Your vet or your farrier can also fit supports to the feet. You, however, will have a huge job to do to care and nurse your horse back to health and soundness. Initially he will need to be on box rest, preferably on a shavings bed to aid support to the sole and frog. All forage and feed should be of high fibre and very low sugar and starch, but do not starve him or could risk hyperlipaemia. The Laminitis Trust can advice on suitable feeds and suitable rations. Once over the acute stage your vet may advice heart bar shoes and slow and limited exercise in hand can be introduced to help stimulate the circulation within the foot, but at this point still no access to grass, and if an artificial surface is available this can be used to introduce short turnout periods. Management of a recovering laminitic is similar to that of one with previous history and one considered to be at high risk. Try to keep your horse slim, although some slim horses will still get laminitis this is less common. A condition score of 5 should be the target. Use winter to your advantage and allow your horse or pony to lose weight ... this is what nature intends, and will allow you some leeway for them to put on a few pounds come the spring. Unless your horse is clipped and really needs to be rugged up, then leave it naked and allow him to use up some body fat to keep warm. Analyse your hay, feeling it and smelling it will unfortunately not give you any idea of how much sugar or protein it contains, whereas an
source. Furthermore, it is relatively low in soluble carbohydrates and yet a good source of electrolytes. Additionally, low volume balancers are ideal for providing the nutrients often lacking in diets based on poor quality forages. Dietary provision: The glycaemic response of a horse depends on a number of different factors but the size and nature of a meal has quite an impact on this response. Thus it is necessary to limit meal-size if any type of concentrate is to be fed. Clearly low soluble carbohydrate feeds should be used and if a feed contains as much as 10% starch (analogous to the 10% WSC of forage) and is fed to a 400kg pony then only 800g should be fed in order not to exceed a rate of 0.2g starch/ kg body weight. However,
analysis report will you idea of its suitability or otherwise for your horse, or whether or not it would be better to soak for 2 hours before feeding to remove some of the carbohydrates and protein. It is important to feed a good mineral supplement or feed balancer as the diet will be limited. Grass is the most common feed source to cause problems to the laminitic and its feed value is far more difficult to gauge as it varies from day to day and even the time of day. Fructans are the sugars present in grass and their levels rise with the photosynthesis action throughout the day, and reduce over the evening and nightime. Spring and Autumn grass also contains higher levels. Therefore, to graze at the optimum time you would need to turn out in the late evening and bring in again during the day. Cutting and turning the hay crop should also be undertaken at mid to late afternoon when possible to reduce the sugar levels in the baled hay. As grasses store fructans in their stems rather than leaves, the best grass is that which has been grazed short, but should not be fertilised. Cross grazing with sheep is useful to keep it short. As well as limited turnout period, restricted grazing can be provided by strip grazing or using a ‘box’ method. This is done by creating an outer ring around a field where the laminitic horse(s) are grazed around the outer section ensuring they take plenty exercise to reach all areas of their grazing and their friends can be grazed in the centre. The use of a grazing muzzle can be useful and can greatly reduce the grass intake. Ensure it fits well, that the horse can still drink, and take it off for a period each day either when at grass or when stabled. With observance and daily care you can spot early symptons of an attack and a horse can recover well from laminitis, but will always be prone to further attacks. It is up to us to keep this disease at bay and prevent its onset as best we can. Although we would all like a long hot summer we do need to be aware of when we are likely to have grass growth spurts so our equines can enjoy the warmer months as much as we do.
the problem with concentrate feed is that it can be consumed very quickly compared to a forage that contains 10%WSC. As a result, a glycaemic response is more likely. Regular small meals should be the order of the day. Of course, most owners are not in a position to feed many small meals a day so they are confronted with a serious moral issue: do I get rid of the animal or feed fewer meals and compromise the animal’s well-being? Perhaps an alternative strategy would be to feed dehydrated alfalfa that only contains ~5%WSC and ~3% starch (both as-fed). The advantage of so-doing is that alfalfa contains ~16% protein on an as-fed basis and this would help to counteract the occurrence of muscle wastage often seen in ECD animals. A problem often
encountered with these animals is how to maintain body weight and this drives many owners to want to feed concentrates (potentially a risky business) in spite of the fact that dehydrated alfalfa contains ~10MJ Digestible Energy/kg. Thus, I would suggest top-dressing the alfalfa with oil to increase its energy density in an effort to overcome any problems. In summary there are medical treatments for this disease but they are outwith the scope of this article. Progression of the disease is not halted but the animal’s quality of life can be improved provided the condition is not too advanced. Unfortunately, treatment is quite expensive and cannot be stopped and started at will so it involves quite a big commitment by the animal’s owner. www.equi-ads.com
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ith the arrival of lush Spring grass, many horse owners are turning their attention to diets more suitable for overweight horses and ponies, or those prone to laminitis. For such horses, high fibre, low starch, low sugar, laminitis-friendly feeds such as Fast Fibre and ‘L’ Mix are ideal. Allen & Page’s Fast Fibre is a barley and molasses free, ‘quick soak’ feed that is perfectly suited for the good doer. Containing Ceregest GLC2, a unique prebiotic for Gut Loving Care, Fast Fibre is the ideal choice for horses and ponies at rest or in light work. Allen & Page’s website has some excellent advice and top tips for anyone worried about laminitis, including the signs to look out for. For further information, contact Allen & Page’s friendly, award winning nutritional helpline on 01362 822902, email them at helpline@allenandpage.co.uk or visit their website www.allenandpage.com
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There is one vital nutrient known to have a direct relationship to stress and that is magnesium. Good feeding practices in general will greatly benefit overall health and behaviour but cannot compensate for the large amounts of stress we subject our horses to. Stress depletes magnesium. If the diet cannot sufficiently compensate for this then magnesium is lost from the cells allowing an influx of calcium which triggers our stress, ‘fight or flight’ response. This means that undersupply of magnesium leaves horses more sensitive to stress, more reactive and less able to settle after being upset. Nupafeed MAH® is a unique form of magnesium that has been pharmaceutically developed to provide a superior level of absorption and also to avoid disruption to the body’s pH balances and nutrient absorption. This means that MAH® is more effective and better for your horse than other forms of magnesium. Unlike other calmers we do not include ingredients that are poorly understood and could have compromising effects such as L-tryptophan or certain herbs. MAH® calms by targeting stress and because magnesium is also vital for learning, electrolyte management and muscle function, it can actually enhance performance and should be the first port of call for any competition horse. MAH® is suitable for any stress related problem. It can be used short or long term and feeding levels are easily and safely adjusted to suit each horse without any concerns of sedation or unseen side effects. Through stress prevention, MAH® supports resilience to gastric ulcers and can also help headshakers and moody mares.
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loWer liMB lAMeneSS we can do to prevent lameness of which good foot care, choosing the appropriate work, appropriate turn out and monitoring body condition are just a few. Check your horse at least twice daily. Six main types of lameness: • • • •
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Trauma (e.g. kick injury) Congenital (from birth) Acquired (e.g. arthritis) Infection (e.g. laceration or punctured joint) Metabolic (e.g. laminitis) Nervous System (e.g. stringhalt)
Signs of lameness • The majority of lameness is found in the forelimbs since they carry the most weight and 95% of these occur from the knee down. • Lameness can present in different ways: a temperament change when ridden, tiring quickly at work, performing on one rein better than the other and sometimes back pain. You may often hear an owner saying “he’s a bit stiff’,
or “un-level’ but this is just another way of saying he is lame and the cause should be investigated as soon as possible.
Investigating Lameness • To determine the cause of lameness, firstly check the affected leg closely and look for wounds or marks and swelling or heat. • Feel for a pulse using your thumb and first finger, at the back of the fetlock. A pulse in the foot could be an indication of a foot abscess, laminitis or a fractured pedal bone. • Run your hand down the legs,
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squeezing as you go. If there is soreness on squeezing, it’s going to be sore on stretching. If the cause of the pain is not obvious, establish which limb your horse is lame on by asking someone experienced to trot him up; the head will nod when the sound forelimb touches the ground. It is important to call the vet as soon as you identify lameness since the chance of a full recovery is greater with early veterinary intervention. Along with the checks outlined above, your vet may perform flexion tests (in search of joint pain). Also vets have a range of diagnostic tools ranging from nerve blocks, x-rays and ultrasound to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and nuclear scintigraphy. Some of these are expensive so by ensuring that your horse is covered for vet’s fees your vet will be able to employ the latest diagnostics to establish the cause of lameness without you having to worry about the cost.
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For further information visit www.petplanequine.co.uk Top Tips • Body Condition: ‘Fit not fat’ excess weight puts pressure on the limbs • ‘Horses for courses’- is your horse built for the job you are asking of him? • Ensure your horse is fit enough and warmed up sufficiently for the job you ask him to do. • Good foot hygiene and regular shoeing or trimming - essential to avoid foot diseases and injury. • Securely fenced paddock and free of objects that could cause injury. • Turn out singularly or with other calm horses.
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recent study carried out by Dundee university has verified that Flair - the air flocking system reduces pressure on your horses back by 26% than wool flocking! By using one horse and six riders using the same saddle filled with wool and then with the Flair air flocking system. The research found that the forces on the rider increased with Flair. When such a large difference in pressure is made to the horse’s back this allows the horse to move bigger
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under the saddle/rider giving increased stride length along with swing and elevation of the back. This induces move movement in the rider, which amounts to more forces being applied to the rider. Professional riders are using Flair for that very reason, Wayne Channon will not ride in anything else now he has felt how his horses backs swing, as does Richard Davison, Lesley Payton-Gilbert, Paul Tapner, Kitty King, Francis Whittington and many, many, more. “The
ideas along with the research and development strategy that First Thought Equine has employed to create and prove their products is enlightening and refreshing to see in the saddlery industry,” says Wayne Channon. “This product appeals to me on two fronts; its ability to deliver a better moving horse whilst providing more comfort for that horse and as a scientist, a science based approach to proving and then improving the product by using the best available technology and materials.” WOW Saddles customer Georgina Greenslade told EquiAds, “I have owned and ridden in Flair saddles for over 15 years and after breaking by back just over eight years ago, my Flair saddle is the only one I can ride in for hours on end, without getting a backache!” For more information about WOW Saddles visit www. wowsaddles.com or call 01227 831614. Be the first to find out about new products and research by liking the company at www. facebook.com/wowsaddle
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National Cashjumping League Tables - Horses Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 19th, 20th, 21st Sepetember 2014 The Top 50 Rider / Horse or Pony combinations in each Section on 31st August 2014 will qualify for the National Cashjumping Championships
Winnings – 60cms Horses Riders Reg No Rider Horse
Winnings Emma Louise Turner Dolly Mixtures 30 Rachael Ruine Rosie Red 20 Nina Hart My Mr Humbleberry 10 Antonio Townsend Ziggy 10 Raharneys Little Star Jessica Boland 10 Bethany Longhurst Drumalga Dolly 5
H2928 H2895 H0526 H3095 H2909 H2887 Riders Winnings – 70cms Horses Winnings Reg No Rider Horse H0771 Jade Wood A Missing Colour 85 H2364 Jade Short Maximuss Allwin 60 H2876 Hannah Raspin Tysull Lucinda 50 H1204 Monica Ballard Slowly Does It 50 H0734 Alex Lockey Foxy Fagan 50 H2918 Clare Drury Welwyn Vogue 50 H2506 Sarah Firban Declan 45 H2645 Rebecca Jones Jamaicas Way 2 45 H1823 Sarah Sargeant Carnute II 40 Carlos 40 H2525 Jimmy Clarke H0344 Hollie Leathem Million Dollar Pony 40 H2725 Lorna Simpson Warrington Roberto 40 H1301 Jane Abraham Digris 35 H3138 Victoria Courtney Melody 30 H2828 Ceri Chapman Tiger Lily 30 H2769 Hope Elliott Bright Prospect 30 H2841 Lauren Burt Wyraine 30 H0198 Carol Doody Okey Pokey 30 H2993 Helen Swailes Pasoa Cayennais 30 H2788 Amanda Phillips 30 Lady Gin H1469 Billie Jo Bland Berry Red 25 H2659 Andrea Preston 20 OrlandoBay H0493 Anneli Larrson 20 I’m a Bird H2712 Lorna Barlow 15 Nancy H0721 Helen Swailes Bright Prospect 15 H1332 Hayley Ward 15 Noel H2764 Lucy Pemberton Billie 15 H2940 Vicky Stevenson Enchanter 15 H2923 Charlotte Kettle Stargazers Red Socks 15 H0851 Faye Curry 15 TJ H2516 Charlotte Mitchell Helmonda 15 H2832 Nicola Harris Max 15 H3088 Charlotte Lucas Dancha 007 15 H0005 Hannah Downes 10 Rockabilly Rebel H2114 Carla Grocott Golden Amber 10 H3105 Alex Jones Merrymaid 10 Tara III 10 H0327 Fiona Christian Puzzle 10 H3034 Sarah Mitchell H2836 Toni Bishop Glenfields High Flier 10 H0004 Hannah Downes Touch of Colour 10 H0817 Debbie Riley Okie Dokie 10 Windrush 10 H2815 Rebecca Melling H0922 Lyndesey Radcliffe Pandemonium Pete 10 H2707 Helen Swailes 5 Lady Sweetwall Riders Winnings – 80cms Horses Winnings Reg No Rider Horse H1202 Monica Ballard My Amazing Grace 88 H1781 Fiona Wood Harvey 75 H0523 Brooke Roberts – Mercuri 72 Morgan H1869 Melissa Thorpe A Dash of Spice 63 H2724 Lauren Burt Sarim Golden 62 McCoy H2787 Toni Burrows Dance on V U 47 H2919 Clare Drury Au Contaire 45 H2788 Amanda Philips Lady Gin 45 H0771 Jade Wood A Missing Colour 45 H1734 Alex Locky Foxy Fagan 40 H2934 Mia Vazquez Kinard All Star 40 H3057 Chloe Robson Castlegrogen Shauna 40 H2794 Lucy Pemberton Billie 40 H1554 Sophie Corney Gooig Spirit 40 H1042 Dinah Smith Culmore JJ 40 H2244 Scarlett Baker Mister Dyanmite 40 H2659 Andrea Preston OrlandoBay 40 H1745 Melissa Thorpe Lighthearted II 38 H0392 Leon Rowe Baldasar 35 H2830 Ceri Chapman Dernant Spring 35 Magic H0817 Debbie Riley Okie Dokey 35 H2843 Andrea Clarkson Mymwood Larque 35 H2631 Hannah Dakers Ullswater 32 H3035 Eve O’Reilly Abi 30 H3139 Bethany Bould Boogie on Blaze 30 H1837 Sharon Garner Shikari 30 H1792 Charlie Toon Henley 30
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Monica Ballard Jess Leach Adrian Brannelly Issy Bradley Kallum Fletcher Eloise Howell Caroline Jenks Charlotte Mitchell Emma Clarke Danielle Hughes Melissa Thorpe
H0655 H0565 H1488 H2860 H2243 H0134
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Jade Wood Shelley Anthony Katya Visser Mimi Owen Mark Stubbs Ted Perfect Georgia Noone
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H1747 Matt Edwards H0804 Angie Mills H0227 Lisa Clarke H0492 Anneli Larsson H2800 Jackie Ashforth H1042 Dinah Smith Riders Winnings – 1m10 Horses Winnings Reg No Rider Horse H2924 Mark Stubbs Bio Force 65 H2457 James Dawson Dark Oak 30 H2824 Shelley Anthony Pristina Van Hetru 30 H2925 Mark Stubbs Cortewalle 25 H1203 Suzanne Gill Una Bella Uarina 22.5 H0918 Vanessa Irion Gypsy Chip 20 H0655 Abbie Hall Clogher 20 H1294 Sophie Neasham Twingo 15 H2861 Vicky Cooper Occupation 15 H2747 Lora Whitfield Lamancas 15 H1825 Lauren Betteridge Zakareya II 10 Riders Winnings – 1m20 Horses Reg No Rider Horse H0163 Vicky Cooper Caspen Retto H0932 Michelle Mason Darcys Tjardo
Please see www.cashjumping.co.uk/league-tables for pony results
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Laura has worked in the insurance industry since 2006 after achieving a BSc (Hons) in Equine Science from The University of the West of England. She studied at Hartpury College in Gloucester and has extensive equine knowledge from personal experiences as well as further professional training. She has two horses to compete – ‘Molly’ who is an Intermediate/ CCI** level eventer and ‘Lex’ who showjumps at 1.35m level – and can regularly be seen competing around the UK. “Remember also that any training for a particular level of activity is considered to be the equivalent risk of competing at that level”
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he nights are getting lighter and there is a glimmer of hope that spring may be just around the corner which can only mean one thing…. the show season is here! Owners everywhere will be frantically cleaning out their horsebox, digging out their crosscountry gear, having stud holes put in their horse’s shoes and planning which events they want to go to over the next six months. But before you head off to that BE Novice event you’ve just entered, have you checked that your insurance policy covers you for that activity? When you take out any new insurance policy it is important to tell your insurers all the activities your horse/pony may participate in to ensure you have the correct
level of cover. Most insurers have different ‘Classes of Use’ or ‘Activity Groups’ which help determine the premium rating for the policy – this ensures you are not over-paying if your horse/pony is only used for basic hacking/schooling. Activities like hunting, eventing, team-chasing and even more advanced levels of showjumping and dressage are considered a higher risk activity and will be included in one of the upper level categories. Make sure you have informed your insurer of any plans to participate in an activity which appears in a different category to the one you are currently insured for; you can normally commence your policy with a lower level of cover (that is appropriate for the activities being done at that time) and increase it before you plan to do any ‘riskier’ activities. Remember also that any training for a particular level of activity is considered to be the equivalent risk of competing at that level i.e. if you are planning to step up to Novice level eventing and are planning to do some schooling around Novice level courses you must be covered for this activity before you start schooling, not just before you start competing. Check your individual policy carefully as activity categories will vary between insurers – some may have 6 or 7 choices of group with just a few activities listed in each, whereas others will only have 2 or 3 groups with a broader range of activities covered in each one. If you need to submit a claim for your horse you will need to declare what your horse was being used for at the time of the injury; if you were participating in an activity that is not included on your policy then your insurers reserve the right to repudiate the claim. Remember it is a lot easier to access records from BE, BD and BS so your insurers will be able to check what level you have been competing at if they have any concerns. So before you head off to your next competition, check your policy and phone your insurers to increase your activity group if necessary!
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SADDleS for eVentinG Question:
I am an amateur eventer moving up to BE90 level this season with my lovely home produced gelding. I have seen that a few other competitors have a specific dressage saddle for that phase as well as a jumping saddle. Will investing in a dressage saddle help improve my performance compared to my regular general purpose saddle? Answer:
The Society of Master Saddlers replies: Depending on each individual situation there are times when Eventing can be more expensive than other disciplines in relation to tack and equipment needed. Ideally most riders would prefer to have specialist saddles and bridles for each phase.
Such an initial investment is often too much for riders who are just starting out with most having to comprise, as you do, with just one saddle. When budget is limited, the Society of Master Saddlers recommends that you should never compromise by buying ‘cheap’ inferior saddles that may be made with poor quality materials and low standards of craftsmanship that could impact on welfare, safety, comfort and performance. A Registered Qualified Saddle Fitter will be able to help with recommendations of good quality second-hand saddles when you have a set budget. Most riders would opt to invest in a specialist dressage saddle and keep the existing general purpose saddle for the jumping phases.
A dressage saddle is designed with a long straight saddle flap which mirrors the leg of the rider and longer stirrup leathers allowing a longer and straighter leg position. They are designed with a higher pommel and cantle for a deeper seat and pronounced knee blocks to help keep the rider’s leg from moving too far forward. This gives the rider an elegant and tall position in the saddle and allows for the very best communication with horse by placing the rider at the centre of gravity with a long and relaxed leg position to enable the appliance of a minimum of aids. All of which can help improve performance as they are specifically designed for
the dressage arena. There has been a lot of development in ‘GP’, ‘Event’ and ‘All-purpose’ saddles over the years but there is still some compromise on rider fit and performance because no one saddle can perfectly fulfil the needs of two different disciplines. For those riders whose budget extends to more than one saddle, the ‘other’ jumping saddle may need to be considered more carefully as a saddle that will best assist the rider in the show jumping phase may not be absolutely identical to the one that would be most helpful in the cross country phase. Many riders opt for a close contact saddle that offers plenty of manoeuvrability helping the rider to adapt their position when things go slightly wrong on the cross country course. To find out more information on The Society of Master Saddlers and to find your nearest Registered Qualified Saddle Fitter visit www.mastersaddlers.co.uk or contact on 01449 711642.
The New Solare Jump Saddle M
ade with vintage leather, the Solare offers excellent value for money with the saddle combining cutting edge design and technology providing riders of all levels and ability with a close contact saddle and a forward-fitting seat that allows freedom of movement. Custom-made as always, this saddle has a discreet knee roll providing support without blocking the leg position whilst the forward cut flaps help the rider’s balance and security. The pure wool flocking in this versatile saddle helps to offer the perfect fit and allows greater adjustment options. The new Solare Jump is available in colours Black, Brown, Havanna or Oxblood and in sizes 16 inch to 19 inch, in a range of width fittings. For more information contact Black Country Saddles on 01543 578 243 or visit www.blackcountrysaddles.com
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hink Fly is the original feed supplement designed to deter biting flies & midges by creating an invisible shield-like effect all over your horse providing 24hr comfort from flies and midges. It contains our unique herbal fly dispersant, Repel-ExTM, this natural formula contains 15 different herbs & spices with essential oils, MSM, zinc and trace elements to support healthy skin & a glossy coat. Think Fly also contains garlic oil, cider apple vinegar and niacin to further enhance the products effectiveness for faster results. Backed by 9 years of customer feedback this ground breaking formulation has become internationally acclaimed with customers as far away as Australia. This unique fly deterrent formula is available as in-feed granules or as a low sugar, free access lick. Think Fly lick also provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals to meet all the needs of the horse at grass or not on additional hard feed. A 4kg Think Fly granules (RRP £33.99) and an 8kg Think Fly lick (RRP £32.99) will last a horse for 40 days. Larger sizes available. For further information please contact Brinicombe Equine on 08700 606206
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ow is the time to be supporting your hores/s nutritionally prior to the arrival of those pesky, biting midges. Brinicombe Equine’s Think Itch, is a dual acting formulation which helps to deter biting midges whilst helping the horse to feel comfortable by supporting the immune system and caring for sensitive skin. Think Itch needs to be introduced at a higher loading dose in order for beneficial levels to be built up, this takes around four weeks so it is important to introduce to the diet prior to the arrival of milder weather. A 4kg (RRP £40.95) container will last a horse for 33 days and a 9kg (RRP £80.99) container will last a horse for 75 days. For further information please contact Brinicombe Equine on 08700 606206 aredfearn@brinicombe.co.uk www.equi-ads.com
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Pre-Event Checklist With the season fast approaching now is the time to make sure you are prepared and up to speed with important information and changes for 2014. Here are a few essential tips to get you on your way however for the full picture, please visit the British Eventing Members’ Handbook on line. Rider Checklist 1. Medical Armband The information on the Medical Card insert for your Medical Armband must be up to date – if you need a new card please send a self addressed envelope to Membership Services, British Eventing, Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth CV8 2RN. 2. Protective Wear If you are a new member, or have been out of the sport for a while please make sure that:
Your protective headwear is of the following standard: • British – AII PAS 015, BSEN 1384 (provided it is BSI Kitemarked or SEI) • European - EN1384 • American – AII SEI ASTM 95, ASTM F1163, 2004 and SNELL E2001 • Australian & New Zealand – AII AS/NZS 3838 2003
Your protective headwear is tagged when you arrive at the event and sign in at the secretary’s tent; the current hat tag is GREEN.
For the cross country phase, you must have a British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) approved and appropriately labelled Level 3 body protector, manufacture in the year 2000 or after. Please replace your body protector if it is not of this level or is damaged.
If you are wearing an air jacket it must be worn over your body protector.
3. Helmet – Camera Agreement If you wish to wear a ‘hat-cam’ at a BE Affiliated Event this year please make sure you have applied for an to date permission. Download the 2014 form. 4. FEI Membership and Registration If you are aiming to compete at International events either oversees or in the UK, both you and your horse need to be registered with the FEI; download the information from our Membership documents section. 5. FEI Passport Your horse will also need an FEI Passport cover for any FEI competition if you are competing outside of the UK, or at CIC3* and above if competing in the UK. www.equi-ads.com
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Rule Changes Make sure you are up to date with the BE and FEI rule changes for 2014, below are some useful links for riders to access information in full: • BE Members’ Handbook online. • Summary of BE rule changes for the 2014 season. • FEI rules online. Concussion Rule Change There is an online news feature from the BE Chief Medical Officer explaining the recent rule change around concussion in detail - visit our news pages to read this in full. Dressage Test Changes Please be aware of the new dressage tests for 2* and 3* - view them on our downloads section. Horse Vaccination and Passports Please plan in advance to make sure your horse’s vaccinations are up to date in advance of the event. o horse may compete (which includes - N entering the competition stables at an event) unless it has a current vaccination against equine influenza which complies with the conditions set out in rule 10.2.1 on page 74 of the 2014 BE Members Handbook. - You must bring the passport and vaccination to every BE event, remember it is illegal to transport a horse anywhere without a passport. - See our transport guidelines information in the downloads section for full information regarding equine transport restrictions. Imported Horses If you are registering an imported horse for the first time please make sure you send in a copy of the horse’s international and national results (if applicable) for grading. Anti-Doping Rules Please see our Equine anti-doping control reminder page to make sure you are up to date with the latest information. Membership Reminder New Horse? If you are registering an imported horse for the first time please make sure that you send in a copy of the horse’s performance details along with your own performance
details (if you haven’t already been competing with British Eventing) both National and International results are required. Direct Debit If you are thinking of cancelling your membership and you pay by direct debit please make sure you cancel your direct debit with your bank at least two working days before the end of the month; please notify the BE membership team when you have done so by email info@britisheventing.com. Courtesy at Events BE Event Organisers go to every effort to ensure the smooth running of events and securing generous sponsorship. Remember, a small effort from riders can go a long way, so please: • When possible try to stick to your running times. • If you decide to withdraw during the day please make sure you let the Organisers know. • Ensure you or a representative of your team attends the prize giving or let the Organisers know if you cannot attend. • Thank the sponsors if you are in their presence. • A thank you to Volunteers also goes a long way, we couldn’t run without them! Car Towing information In the coming weeks, heavy rain may affect access in to and out of lorry and car parks so please help make life easier for the Volunteers towing of your car by ensuring the following before you set off: - F ind out where your towing point is on the front of your vehicle. - Check the pin/screw in eye is present and correct and isn’t seized or obscured by bull clip or fog lights.
Have fun! Remember, the team at British Eventing are here to make sure you have an enjoyable experience so if you have any queries, feedback or suggestions please don’t hesitate to email us on info@britisheventing.com
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quimins’ Laminator is available as a powder or pellet, with both presentations created for the nutritional support of the laminae and hoof integrity. This popular supplement now contains milk thistle, for further support. The supplement contains high levels of bio flavanoid hesperidin along with vitamin C and feverfew, which help to make the blood capillaries more elastic, supporting the flow of blood to the laminar corum. It also contains high levels of available zinc and biotin for hoof support, milk thistle herb to support the liver, antioxidants to help flush out toxins from around the laminae, and a very digestible source of magnesium. Laminator is available in 1.2kg, 2.4kg and 3kg tubs, and prices start from £26.25. Most horses receive 50g per day, meaning 3kg will last for 60 days. For more information see www.equimins.com, email sales@ equimins.com or call 01548 531770.
A Headcollar with a Difference!
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he new Candy Stripe Headcollar will certainly have your horse or pony standing out from the crowd. It has extra fleece padding on the noseband and headpiece for extra comfort. Both are specially shaped to fit the contours of the head and for that special touch of glamour, come with multicoloured striped embroidery. Available in sizes pony, cob, full and extra full – colours black, red, pink and royal. Price £25.50. For more information contact Cottage Craft on 01274 711101 or visit www.cottagecraft.co.uk
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BEF Futurity 2014 Dates And Venues T
he dates and venues for the 2014 Baileys Horse Feeds/British Breeding/BEF Futurity evaluation series have been announced. The Futurity is the fastest growing young sport horse evaluation programme in the UK and 2014 is set to continue this trend. With capacity for well over 900 entries, the Futurity aims to identify British bred young potential sport horses and ponies destined for top level careers in dressage, eventing, show-jumping or endurance, and may even find the Olympic champions of the future. Horses and ponies are entered for the Futurity discipline they are bred to perform in, with age groups for foals, yearlings, two and three year olds. Each horse is evaluated in hand and loose in an indoor school as well as undergoing a vet’s assessment. Breeders value the Futurity because it allows them to get their youngstock out in public, but in a low stress enclosed environment. The Futurity is held at 11 venues with 14 days of evaluations throughout the UK during July and August. The young horses go home with a Premium score (grade), an attractive rosette and a detailed, informative score sheet. Entries open online on the 1st July and some venues fill up within 48 hours so breeders need to respond quickly to be sure of a place. Several changes have been made for the 2014 BEF Futurity. In previous years, entries opened on the 1st June.
The decision to change the date to the 1st of July in 2014 is because it has been found that many foals are now being born later and to help people making entries, the opening date has been put back to enable foals to be on the ground. Another first for 2014 is the decision to incorporate some weekend dates into the schedule. Previously, the Futurity has always taken place on weekdays, Cat Wood, Executive for Equine Development at the BEF said, “We are looking to improve the running of Futurity in line with feedback we have received and in order to increase the consistency of the evaluation panel we have needed to make a greater range of dates available. It is also the case that venues are busy as well so we have had to be flexible. Some traditional venues could not fit us in at all so we have had to find alternative venues on alternative dates”. Three year old horses and ponies are encouraged to attend for their final futurity year as a score of 8.5 and over will result in an invite for the Futurity Equine Bridge selection day under saddle in the following year. Previous attendance is not compulsory. Horses and ponies selected will receive match funding and training sessions with industry professionals. The aim of the Equine Bridge is to provide direction and support to riders and trainers and to help owners and breeders realise the best of their horse’s ability.
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isitors to this year’s annual Charles Stanley Old Berks Point-to-Point and Country day at Lockinge on Monday 21st April were treated to two pony races in addition to six further thoroughbred jump races. Plenty of Easter family entertainment off the track ensured that this year’s renewal provided a bumper day for visitors. Point-to-pointing is regarded as the grass roots of horseracing and has helped nurture the careers of numerous successful jockeys. Richard Dunwoody graduated through the point-to-point circuit as a young lad and went on to be crowned champion jump jockey three times in the professional ranks. However, with the introduction of pony racing, this initiative is providing new opportunities for children to gain race riding experience from a younger age in a controlled safe environment. Pony Racing was introduced in the UK in 2004 and the sport is growing in popularity year on year, with the Pony Racing Authority (PRA), subsequently founded in 2007, currently at a growing membership of 250. In 2013 there were 83 point-to-point pony racing fixtures accommodating over 1000 runners. Now, there are over 100 grad’s experiencing life as fully fledged professional jockeys.
Top scorer in the 2013 BEF Futurity, eventing filly foal, Pentire Chilli Edge. Picture credit Eclipse Photography. The BEF’s Head of Equine Development Jan Rogers commented on the positive feedback they have had from the series, “The Futurity is showing itself to be an assessment system which British breeders value, and this is because we always respond
to feedback and make changes so that the programme continually evolves to meet its objectives and the needs of breeders”. For more information, visit www.britishbreeding.org.
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Would you like to gain top tips from one of the country’s leading show producers and also win a Black Country Classic Show Bridle? In this month’s competition the lucky winner will take their horse or pony to well-known show producer, Katy Carter’s yard in Staffordshire for a lesson and advice on competition ringcraft. This brilliant competition will also see the winner receiving a Black Country Classic Show Bridle, helping to provide the epitome of elegance when in the show ring. Katy produces a wide range of horses and ponies from lead rein’s to intermediates at her base and is also highly regarded for her teaching skills and passing on her many years of knowledge. As well as the lesson, Katy will also assess the winner’s horse or pony for type and class suitability. Working closely alongside the team at Black Country Saddles, Katy has been instrumental in developing the Black Country Classic Show Saddle. The saddle is straight cut to help accentuate the horse or pony’s shoulder, but has a subtle knee roll to help keep the rider in the ideal show position. Made using pre-oiled, vintage leather, the saddle offers an ultra-comfortable seat and is flocked with pure wool to allow for greater bearing pressure and fitting adjustment. The low cantle helps provide a flatter seat for a neater appearance, with the close profile of the saddle helping to show off and enhance the overall picture, so important in the world of showing. Says Katy: “The Black Country Classic Show Saddle is simply the best saddle available for show horses and ponies. Soft leather makes it comfortable to ride in from day one and the design and craftsmanship help to put the rider in the correct position, to produce the perfect winning picture.” The Black Country Classic Show Saddle is available in a range of width fittings, sizes 14in to 18in, colour dark brown.
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rimming, grooming, plaiting and “trotting up” for the judges were all key elements of the annual Bishop Burton College equine stockmanship award. The event, which took place on Saturday, April 5th, forms part of the oldest college-run stockmanship competition in the country. Paige Petts, from Barton-underNeedwood in Staffordshire, and Courier, a horse loaned to the East Yorkshire college, was named overall champion. Jeanette Dawson OBE, principal and CEO of Bishop Burton, hailed the day as a triumph for the college’s Diamond Jubilee year. “Not only was it about Bishop Burton’s long history but also about the future as this was the first year our campus at Riseholme in Lincolnshire joined in with the competition,” she said. “The students were a credit to themselves and to the college. I must also thank our judges, sponsors and staff. This competition is very professionally run and proves that the skills of stockmanship are very much alive and thriving.” The students were assigned horses about four weeks prior to the competition, with many putting in extra hours before and after their college studies to build a bond and smarten-up their animals. “There was plenty to test both horses and handlers,” said Georgina Boulton, equine lecturer and level three course manager at Bishop Burton College. “There were advertising banners around the arena, flowers tubs and all the distractions of a championship level competition. “I was very pleased with the way the yard stayed calm throughout the day. Handlers were very well organised in managing their time - a vital lesson if they are to go on and be successful in the equine industry. “This is my second year running the equine side of the Stockmanship competition and it is great to see the bond develop over the four weeks preparation time between horse and handler.” Other equestrian winners were: Section One Judged by Mark Mortimer 1)Miriam Holmes, of Scapegoat Hill, Huddersfield 2)Keely Docherty, of Drighlington, Leeds 3)Rachel Hudspith, of Whitby Section Two Judged by Shirley Hart 1)India Garrod, of Cleethorpes 2)Jenny Hitchens, of Barton on Humber 3)Georgia Beck, of Selby Section Three
Judged by Jacqui Thompson 1)Elizabeth Teal, of Ramsgate 2)Shelby Harrison Barnaby, of Barton, Scunthorpe 3) Annabel Harper Section Four Judged by Norma Grubb 1)Paige Petts, of Staffordshire 2)Becky Suter, of Sheffield 3)Chrissie Griffin, of Hull Grooms Award Paige Petts Reserve Champion India Garrod
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British Riding Clubs Winter Championships
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ith more competitors than ever before, two glorious days of sunshine and keenly fought show jumping and dressage sections, this year’s EquestrianClearance.com British Riding Clubs Winter Championships was one of the best ever. Held at Hartpury College in Gloucestershire, teams from all over the country travelled to this excellent venue to take part. More than 500 competitors made their way to the finals along with their supporters and team mates, following an exciting series of qualifiers that were held over the winter months. Lorraine Meadowcroft of EquestrianClearance. com told Equi-Ads: “There was some fantastic competition at the winter championships and it was great to see so many riders not only competing for top places and awards but also showing wonderful team spirit throughout the Sid & Otter Valley Riding Club
weekend. The fantastic weather and brilliant atmosphere made for an incredible two days.” Kent-based Mount Mascal Riding Club put up a brilliant repeat performance from last year’s championship when the Bexley foursome also took the top award. The team was made up of Shannon Buckley riding He’s As Good As Gold, Ellie Cannaford with Cheenos Little Cruise, Mia Vazquez riding Kinard All Star and Kirsty Warner with Eastern Whisper. As well as winning in 2013, the team also captured last summer’s Novice Showjumping at the National Championships at Lincoln. Saturday saw the seniors in action in both the show jumping and dressage arenas and it was the North Lincs Riding Club team that took the dressage honours. The North Lincs team included para-rider Alex McNamara riding Moroccan Bound, Suzanne Ward and So It Is, Emma Fenwick riding Brightville Billy and Angie Hunter with Idean Brenin. The Overall Individual Dressage title went to Philippa Thatcher and Master Stanley from Bourne Valley Riding Club. “I am absolutely thrilled to take the individual title and was delighted with the test, it was a brilliant day,” said Philippa. The Taunton Riding Club team clinched the top spot in the Senior Showjumping Team
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championships and members included Natalie Cull and Bobby, Rebecca Daniel with Foxy Lady The Third, and brother and sister, Oliver and Ebony Cossey riding Tasmanian Devil and Miss Lulu. Sid & Otter Riding Club are well known for their success at Riding Club Championships and continued their winning ways. Team member and manager Cameron Beer is in his last year of junior competitions, before heading to senior ranks and does an excellent job organising everyone. Cameron rode Fritillary Fred, Harrison Oakley was on Copper, Millie Pring rode Nikita Thibergere and Danielle Balsdon competed on Reset Sir Lancelot to head the championship. Sophie Wickham and her talented pony Penclose Sonny Jim were in great form when taking the Junior Individual Dressage honours. A member of Vectis Riding Club, based on the Isle of Wight, Sophie was delighted with the performance of the 17-year-old Penclose Sonny Jim. A Welsh Sec C he has been with Sophie for four years. As well as being a star in the dressage arena, Sonny Jim and Sophie also compete in showing and show jumping and also enjoying their hunting together. This will be the last year the team can compete together as two will be moving up to senior teams next year. Mount Mascal Riding Club, Bexley, took the top award - team left to right was Ellie Cannaford (Cheeno’s Little Cruise); Mia Vazquez (Kinnaird All Star); Kirsty Warner )Easton Whisper) and Shannon Buckley (He’s as good as gold)
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Top Equestrian College confirms sponsorship of British Eventing Young Riders B
ritish Eventing is extremely pleased to announce that one of Britain’s leading agricultural colleges, Askham Bryan, are joining their strong portfolio of youth programme sponsors. The College has come on board as the sponsor of the highly successful British Young Rider Team and Programme. As part of this exciting new development, Askham Bryan will also support the below qualifying competitions which help to identify prospective members of the Britain Young Rider Team at the 2014 FEI Young Rider Europeans at Vale Sabroso (Portugal, 17-21 September).
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Young Rider Trials: • Belton International (4-6 April) • Weston Park (1) (12-14 April) • Withington Manor (26-27 April) • Somerford Park (15 – 16 August) As part of the sponsorship they will also become title sponsors of the 2014 National Under 21 Championships Three Day Event at Houghton Hall International (2225 May). Liz Philip, Principal of Askham Bryan told Equi-Ads: “We have a great relationship with British Eventing through hosting BE competitions since 2010. I’m delighted to be able to support up and coming young British talent in
the sport.” Philip Grant, BE Event Organiser at the Newton Rigg College branch of Askham Bryan added: “It’s fantastic to be part of what is such an exciting time for the British Young Rider team. Two great reasons for supporting BE through the Young Rider programme is to get a closer relationship with future stars to both inspire our students during their studies and offer them exposure to the organisational side of delivering the programme.” Chairman of Selectors Alex Colquhoun enthused: “We welcome Askham Bryan to our sponsorship ranks and wish them
every success in their involvement of the Young Riders. I very much hope that they enjoy supporting us in our exciting challenges in times to come.” Visit the Houghton Hall website for more information regarding the Askham Bryan National Young Rider Championships: www. houghtoninternational.co.uk Read more about the British Young Rider programme and see the full list of Team achievements online. The 2014 Askham Bryan BE Horse Trials take place on 12th October – view the schedule page for further information. May 2014 | 45
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Introducing the new Lifestage range from Animalife 2
014 sees the launch of a brand new Lifestage range from Animalife, the creators of Vetrofen and Vetroflex. The forward thinking company understand that horses and ponies require different nutritional support at varying stages throughout their life and for this reason they have developed the new Lifestage range. Formulated by leading nutritionists, using natural ingredients to support optimum digestibility, the Lifestage range is designed to meet the requirements of every equine at different stages of their development. Young and inexperienced equines may require nutritional support for their development, whether it be growing strong and healthy bones and muscle, to dealing with new experiences. The Growing range of Animalife products have been created to target these needs. All horse owners wish to maintain a happy and healthy horse and nutrition can play an important role in this. The Healthy range of Animalife products is formulated to support day-to-day life challenges, in order to help maintain vitality and performance. As horses grow older they can face certain challenges such as stiff joints, digestive upsets and poor condition.
The Senior range of Animalife products has been carefully designed to support the demands of older horses and help conserve health well into the golden years. Some horses will face serious challenges as they go through life, especially when they are leading an active lifestyle. The Intense range of Animalife products uses advanced formulations for use when nutritional needs may be greater. NOW AVAILABLE - Vetrocalm Lifestage Now available in four targeted formulations, the Vetrocalm Lifestage range has been designed by leading nutritionists to help support the needs of equines throughout their life. Vetrocalm provides horse owners with a simple method of feeding specialised ingredients that can help horses maintain a relaxed outlook, deal with stressful situations and perform to their optimum. Vetrocalm Growing, Healthy and Senior are daily supplements to support a calm attitude during daily training and competitions. Vetrocalm Intense Instant is a twin pack of 25ml syringes that provides a natural formulation designed to support a calm and relaxed outlook in horses prone to tension, nerves, excitement or anxiety. The instant formulation does not contain Tryptophan and is ideal for using on competition days, or when equines are faced with particularly intense circumstances.
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photo went to the Cliffe Equine hospital for their operation which cost £400 so the funds she raised were immediately of use contributing to the welfare of these two ponies, “Frankie” and “Patrick”. Frankie had been rescued by the RSPCA and arrived at Brownbread emaciated and riddled with lice. Now that he has recovered he is going to a new home on loan. Patrick was born at the centre following his mother being rescued from SE London and he will be looking for a new home in the next few weeks. The Charity has its next Open Day on the 18th May with a full array of stalls and entertainment. Information 01424 892381
Vetrocalm Intense Instant is priced at £12.99 for a twin pack of 25ml syringes. Vetrocalm Growing, Healthy and Senior are available in 300g or 900g tubs, priced at £24.99 and £54.99 respectively. Vetrofen Lifestage Launching with Vetrofen Intense, the natural formulation has been created by leading nutritionists and provides horse owners with a targeted supplement designed to help support the comfort and wellbeing of all equines. Long and short-term issues such as joint stiffness, muscular discomfort and pain caused by knocks and bumps can all detract from performance, and ultimately lead to unease and poor health in equines. Vetrofen Intense is designed to provide support to horses and ponies when they require assistance in dealing with the challenges of daily life. Suitable for daily use, Vetrofen Intense is a natural formulation, which does not contain phenylbutazone. Brand new for 2014, Vetrofen Intense is now available in a
maximum strength Instant Syringe to provide a simple and easy administration method that can be used at home, or on the go – as and when required. Vetrofen Instant is a palatable, apple flavoured maximum strength formulation which is ideal for keeping on the yard and in the lorry. Vetrofen Intense Instant Syringes cost £24.99 each and are currently running on a ‘buy one, get one free’ promotion. Vetrofen Intense is available in either a 105g or 315g pack with prices starting at £54.99. Call 0845 365 0050 to find your local Animalife Accredited Retailer or order online at www.animalife.co.uk (subject to delivery charges).
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Caring for Your Stallion
Cyden Stallions owner and dressage rider, Lara Dyson, shares her top tips on caring for your dressage stallion.
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ooking after any horse requires hard work and dedication but if that horse is also a stallion, there are other factors that need to be considered. The Cyden Dressage team consists of three stallions, KWPN-approved Cyden Cadans M, KWPN- approved Bodyguard Moorland and NWPCS pony stallion, Cyden Oostings Amigo, so at Lara Dyson’s yard in North East Lincolnshire the boys rule! Here Lara shares some of her top tips on caring for a stallion: 1. Make sure you handle your stallion in a firm but fair manner, being consistent so they understand the behaviour you expect. Testosterone levels can soon rise in a stallion, turning playfulness into annoyance. 2. Allow plenty of turn out in the field to help them relax and play. Many of today’s competition horses are high value animals but the desire to protect them must not come before their welfare. All the Cyden Stallions get to enjoy time to chill out in normal paddocks just as any other mare or gelding.
3. Always turn out in protective boots or bandages to avoid knocks and injuries during any over-exuberant play. 4. Get out hacking! All the Cyden Stallions are regularly hacked out. Seeing the world can help make them less spooky and varies their routine, giving them a break from the more intense dressage training. 5. Feed a balanced diet with plenty of fibre to aid good digestion and help prevent ulcers. The Cyden Stallions are all fed on Baileys Horse Feeds and Lifeforce Elite from Alltech to ensure they receive the correct balance of nutrients to keep them feeling and looking good and support their reproductive systems as working stallions. 6. Feed little and often. The Cyden Stallions get five small meals a day to help prevent boredom during periods when they have to be stabled and also to maintain their weight and condition, particularly when combining competing with their stud duties. 7. Maintain a routine, so where possible your stallion knows what to expect every day - consistency is key in every aspect of your stallions care. 8. At Cyden Dressage there is more than one stallion on the yard. Be aware that on yards with multiple stallions one might be more dominant, so ensure that he is kept in a suitable stable and not allowed to worry the other horses on the yard. Bullying can be a cause of stress-induced ulcers. 9. If your stallion has been imported from abroad as all the Cyden Stallions have, be aware of any small ponies that you might have on your yard and stable them out of sight of the stallion. It is common practice in Europe to use small ponies such as Shetlands as a tease. The Cyden Stallions interact safely with
Isabelle Hoar wins the Shining Star Award
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oung showjumper Isabelle Hoar from Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire has been awarded the NAF Shining Star Award for March 2014. Aged 12, Isabelle won her award because of the development and commitment that she has shown during her time as a member of the British Showjumping Central Region Junior Academy. Mandy McGlynn, Lead Coach for the Academy, nominated Isabelle and had the following to say; “In the time that Isabelle has been with the Junior Academy, she has developed into a classy little rider. Isabelle was recently awarded the most improved rider in both her age group and the Academy overall. “She takes her showjumping and her pony very seriously and the combination regularly attends training sessions. They are also always immaculately turned out and Isabelle always has a smile on her face.” On hearing about the award she said “I
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was really excited and proud to hear the news. The reason for joining the Junior Academy was that showjumping is my favourite discipline and I knew that to progress you need expert coaching. I also enjoy meeting other members and I have made some good friends in my Academy, who I enjoy catching up with at shows or at training sessions. “I’m really grateful to my pony Sir Henry III as he is always so confident and fun to ride. I’d like to thank my Junior Academy Coach, Mandy McGlynn, too for her expert guidance and encouragement. “During Easter I hope to compete at the Pony of the Year Show and then in May, I’ll start competing in the second rounds to try to get qualified for SCOPE. I am also building my confidence to start competing at Newcomers and I am currently working to achieve my 4* Award.”
the ponies on the yard once they or the ponies are tacked up. 10. Stallions undoubtedly have special personalities that make them uniquely different from mares or geldings and to develop a mutually respectful bond with a stallion is incredibly rewarding and well worth the effort. All three Cyden stallions will be standing at Stallion AI Services for a limited time this April and May. After this, frozen semen will be available.
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prenger Ultra Fit Extra Grip Spurs are an ideal addition to your competition wardrobe. They are encased in a hard rubber which not only help to protect your leather riding boots from the metal rubbing them but also help to keep your spurs in the right place when riding as the rubber “sticks” to leather. They come in a variety of different styles and one of the most unique and innovative styles is the Comfort Roller. This spur is a great back up to the rider’s leg aid as it helps give the aid that little bit faster with direct flank contact, but is softer and less likely to cause a negative response from the horse due to its rolling action along the horses side. The rowel is a big circular brass roller that moves along the side of the horse and prevents any marking of the horse’s side. There are two lengths of neck both of which are complete with the same size brass rowel. Can be fitted with leather or mesh straps and are easy to put on or remove, the Sprenger Ultra Fit Extra Grip Spurs are a must for the competition season. RRP: £78.00
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