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Most horses don’t take kindly to change and unexpected events. They are hardwired to be rather disgruntled with changing facilities, new horse is added, traveling cross country to a show, or even something different in their paddock. An unexpected, sudden event calls for a big reaction. These responses have to do with herd behavior and survival.
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Herd structure is essential to equine survival and every horse knows it. Every horse knows his place and, for the most part, wants to keep peace within the herd. It’s the herd that protects the individual horse and it’s the individual horse that’s responsible for maintaining the integrity and strength of the herd. In the wild traveling 20-30 kilometers in a day, knowing their place gives them a sense of safety. When a horse’s sense of safety is taken away, he will feel vulnerable, fearful, and self-protective.
Some horses seem to manage change easily while others react badly when there’s even a minor routine change because he feels threatened. A sudden threat can be even worse. This can lead to behavior issues, dangerous situations, as well as physical and emotional reactions such as colic and manic behavior. As a prey animal, a horse’s reaction to a threat is to take flight. Domesticated horses retain this spontaneous urge to take flight. However, in a domestic situation fright flight can present a difficult problem at best and a fatal outcome at worst.
The best course of action is twofold. First know how your horse reacts to change of any sort, but don’t assume you know exactly how he is going to react to a threatening stimulus such as the wind catching a nearby door and slamming shut. Second, assess the environment by looking, listening, smelling, and even feeling, when possible, for any hazard or potential sudden, unexpected event. Horses are highly attuned to their environment, the people around them and other horses. This is how they have evolved and survived.
Acupressure has been used in China to help military horses for thousands of years to adapt to frightening battles.
Horses love and thrive on routine. We all can see that routine gives our horses a sense of well-being. When a horse is faced with change or an unexpected event, they usually experience it as a threat and become either hypervigilant or reactive. If you anticipate your horse’s reaction, you can help your horse adapt to the situation before it gets out of hand. You can offer your horse a simple acupressure session before heading into a situation that may lead to a dangerous response. Acupressure has been used in Chinese to help military horses for thousands of years to adapt to frightening battles.
The intent underlying “Adapting to Change” acupressure session is calming, reducing fear, and creating trust. These are the three elements needed to help your horse to not over-react in a scary moment. The acupoints selected for this session are known to restore the horse’s sense of well-being and have the added benefit of helping you bond with the horse, which gives the horse a greater sense of safety.
Offer this session with love one day prior to heading to a show or adding a new horse to your herd. If your horse tends to be spooky, you can give this session every third day to help him feel generally more comfortable and safer. To perform the acupressure, use the soft tip of your thumb on the acupressure points for a slow count to 20 and then move on to the next point. Remember to stimulate the points on both sides of the horse’s body!
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Blood is the basic internal transport system for oxygen from the air and nutrients from the diet. Once in the body, each nutrient in the diet has multiple roles. The role of blood is to deliver nutrients to the tissues. Because blood levels of nutrients are kept within tight limits, a blood test doesn’t necessarily reflect the total amount of the nutrient in the whole body.
The body’s regulation of blood levels of nutrients may preclude finding simple relationships between blood test results and diet. Deficiencies of protein, sodium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, manganese, selenium, zinc and vitamins A, B1 and E may cause a decrease in their blood concentration. However, imbalances may be present without changes in the blood levels and for many nutrients, an excess or a deficiency has to be quite prolonged before it is reflected by changes in the blood.
The major electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium and magnesium) are involved in so many processes – including processes that are vital for life, such as the regulation of breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, nerve transmission, muscle contraction and digestion. Because they are essential for life itself, blood levels are precisely controlled. Other mineral and trace elements are high in specific tissues where they are stored or have major roles. Calcium and phosphorus are highest in bone; potassium in the brain, muscle and red blood cells; magnesium in muscle and bone; copper in the liver and kidneys; manganese and zinc in the liver. Most nutrients are present in every tissue. The relationships between them and their various functions are complex and an excess or deficiency can affect several body systems and hence have several symptoms (Tables 1 and 2). So what are the odds of a blood test being useful for detecting imbalances in your horse’s diet? It depends on the nutrient!
Blood can be tested for many different substances and there are a number of reasons your horse may have a blood sample taken: illness, monitoring response to treatment and general health or fitness checks.
Table 1. Blood test results that can occur with nutrient imbalances.
BLOOD TEST RESULT DEFICIENCY EXCESS
Low albumin Energy, protein, amino acids, vitamin A
Vitamin A
Low protein Energy or protein -
Low BUN Protein
Vitamin K
High bilirubin Energy -
High triglycerides Energy -
High sodium Water Salt
Low sodium Salt
Vitamin K
High potassium Salt -
Low potassium Potassium -
Low chloride - Vitamin K
High calcium - Vitamin D
Low phosphorus Phosphorus
Low magnesium
Phosphorus, vitamin D
Magnesium -
High AST Selenium -
Low LDH Zinc -
Low PCV, Hb & RCC Copper, vitamin A
Selenium, vitamin A
Table 2. Symptoms that may occur with some nutrient imbalances
SYMPTOMS DUE TO A DEFICIENCY OF:
Reduced feed intake
Weight loss or poor performance
Poor coat
Fatigue
Weakness
Lameness
Stiffness
Hoof problems
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Colic
Dehydration
Excess licking
Dirt eating
Excess urine
Blood in urine
Muscle tremors
Convulsions
Reduced immunity
Anaemia
Excess tears
Water, phosphorus, electrolytes, zinc, vitamins A,D and B1
Energy, protein, calcium, phosphorus, electrolytes, selenium, zinc, vitamins A. D. E B
Protein, iodine, phosphorus, zinc, vitamins A & D, oil
Potassium, selenium, vitamin A, amino acids
Magnesium, vitamins B1 & E
Calcium, phosphorus
Selenium, vitamins E & B1, calcium
Protein, biotin, essential amino acids, zinc
Fibre, selenium
DUE TO AN EXCESS OF:
Fluorine, vitamins A & D
Fibre, zinc, vitamins A & D
Selenium, iodine, vitamin A
Selenium, vitamins A & K
Sodium, selenium, vitamin A
Selenium, fluorine
Selenium, fluorine, vitamin D
Selenium, excess grain in diet
Grain, selenium, sodium
Sodium -
Fibre, magnesium
Water, sodium
Grain, sodium, vitmain K
Sodium, potassuim, chloride -
Sodium, chloride, phosphorus, protein, zinc, copper
Magnesium, vitamin B1
Vitamin A
Sodium, vitamins D & K
Vitamin K
Magnesium, vitamin D
Selenium, vitamin A Iron
Vitamin A, amino acids, copper, zinc
Vitamin A, selenium, zinc
Vitamin A -
Pitted teeth - Fluorine
The answer here depends on the mineral (Table 3). Hydration, time of day, time of feeding, diet, exercise and general health can all affect blood levels. With some minerals and electrolytes, a horse can have a normal blood level but be severely deficient or be excessively over-supplemented. Selenium level is a good measure of extremes of intakes but measurement of the selenium-containing enzyme (glutathionine peroxidase) is more accurate; blood magnesium is a good measure of nutritional status; iron levels in the blood are not indicative of whole body status. Copper and zinc are also a little complicated because blood levels can be in the normal range even when the diet is excessive and very low or very high levels can occur for reasons other than diet. In addition, high zinc intake can damage the gut biome without affecting the blood test.
Table 3. Assessment of nutritional status from blood tests
Calcium Blood levels do not reflect intake or bone levels
Phosphorus Blood levels reflect diet excess or deficiency
Magnesium Blood levels reflect diet excess or deficiency
Sodium Blood levels reflect diet excess
Chloride Blood levels reflect diet excess
Potassium Blood levels reflect diet excess or deficiency
Copper Blood levels not indicative of diet levels
Zinc Blood levels not indicative of diet levels
Selenium Blood levels useful for excess intake
Manganese Insufficient knowledge
Iron Blood levels not sensitive to intake
Iodine Blood levels not indicative of diet levels
Vitamin A
Blood levels low if diet deficient, excess doesn’t show until liver storage capacity exceeded
Vitamin D Blood calcidiol level reflects intake
Vitamin E Blood levels reflect diet excess or deficiency
Vitamin B1 Blood reflects diet intake but not tissue levels
One widespread belief is that anaemia is common in horses. A diagnosis of anaemia is based on blood tests and low red cell parameters are often attributed to iron deficiency. But although a dietary iron-deficiency anaemia occurs in humans, it has not been reported in horses.
Anaemia is not diagnostic of an iron deficiency because there are many other, more likely causes of anaemia in horses.
Nutrient deficiencies in horses that can result in anaemia include vitamins E, B6, B12, folic acid, copper, niacin. Diet is just one factor in the multistep system of red cell production, which is also influenced by breed, sex, temperament, training and diseases.
Biochemical tests
Hundreds of tests can be performed on a blood sample, ranging from a simple count of red blood cells to a biochemical analysis of hormone and enzyme levels. These substances are used to assess specific organs, diseases, clinical conditions (such as insulin-resistance and PPID) or metabolic pathways and processes - but because they can come from more than one tissue, results must be interpreted. Muscle and liver enzymes are synthesized from dietary nutrients. Because of this, diet indirectly affects muscle function and elevated SGOT can be due to imbalances in B vitamin, calcium, essential amino acids, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E and selenium deficiencies. There are many varied reasons for elevated GGT including insufficient dietary selenium, zinc and vitamins E and C all of which result in oxidant damage and reduced immune function – which can cause changes in blood electrolyte, protein and white blood cell levels. Because of the complex relationships between nutrients, hormones and blood levels, stress can lead to high sodium and low potassium – both may appear in the normal range on a blood test, but the pattern of upper range sodium combined with lower range potassium is characteristic of stress, cortisol and ACTH changes – not dietary intake.
Selenium deficiency can be involved in thyroid problems, because selenium is required to convert thyroid hormones into active forms.
Can a blood test be useful in diagnosing food allergies?
Some dietary nutrients can cause an allergic reaction – usually seen as lumps on the skin or gut problems.
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Allergies to oats and bran have been reported to cause widespread hives on the head, neck, shoulder, ribs and flanks, and to corn, spectacular hives within 15 minutes.
Blood tests that measure the immune response to a feedstuff (IgE) are available. It’s important to be aware that a horse cannot be allergic to a food to which they have never been exposed and that they need to actually be on the feedstuff when they show symptoms. If neither of these apply when you have the test done, the results are likely to be unreliable. A recent study in which 17 healthy ponies were tested 3 times found 10 tested positive to one or more food allergies in the first test, only three re-tested positive on the second test and only one tested positive twice for the same allergy.
In conclusion
Dietary mineral and vitamin imbalances may occur individually or in various combinations.
Symptoms of diet imbalances can affect several body systems and may lead to poor growth and development; muscle and bone conditions; abortion and retained placenta; foetal abnormalities; reduced immunity and increased susceptibility to disease; infertility; poor skin, hair and hoof quality.
Evaluation of the diet is the easiest and best way to diagnose and correct many nutrient imbalances. Reliance on blood tests can be misleading and subject to errors. Using the results of a single blood test in the absence of a full history and comprehensive veterinary clinical examination is unlikely to shed much light on whether the diet or feed is contributing to any clinical or performance problems.
The best protection against deficiencies is a diet analysis that goes beyond minimum recommended intakes and standard feeding guides. Mathematical calculations and generic spreadsheets don’t reflect the complexity of requirements for a wide range of veterinary clinical conditions.
All content provided in this article is for general use and information only and does not constitute advice or a veterinary opinion. It is not intended as specific medical advice or opinion and should not be relied on in place of consultation with your equine veterinarian.
©Dr Jennifer Stewart May 2024
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr Jennifer Stewart
CEO BVSc BSc PhD Dip BEP Equine Veterinarian and Consultant Nutritionist
Dr Jen Stewart has been an equine veterinarian for more than 40 years and an equine nutritionist for more than 10 years. Jen has been developing premium formulas for studs, trainers and feed companies in Australia and around the world and regularly consults to leading international studs and trainers in various countries.
Jen has spent a fair bit of time researching and being involved in nutritional management of developmental orthopaedic diseases, colic, tying-up, laminitis, performance problems, post-surgery and other conditions. And is currently the only practicing equine veterinarian and clinical nutritionist in Australia. Jen’s promise is to continue to BRING SCIENCE TO YOUR FEED BIN www.jenquine.com
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Understanding equine behaviour is a cornerstone of horsemanship, encompassing a delicate balance of observation, empathy, and curiosity. Horses communicate primarily through body language and actions, often leaving us intrigued by their motivations. We desire to comprehend the motivations driving a horse’s actions.
There are many factors influencing a horse’s actions ranging from instinctual responses to environmental stimuli, past experiences, physical discomfort, and emotional states. Understanding requires an investigation into the horse’s past encounters, temperament, and current surroundings. Understanding the “why” can empower us to meet the unique needs of each horse, enhancing their quality of life, overall welfare, and ease with training.
While this is necessary and desirable, like all good things we can fall prey to doing it too much. The perennial question that has confounded equestrians for centuries: ‘Why did my horse do that?’ can go too far. Every action seems to invite speculation and inquiry. As we delve deeper into the intricacies of equine behaviour, we may find ourselves in a labyrinth of uncertainty, grappling with the elusive nature of the “why” question. This pursuit of understanding, while noble, can lead down a rabbit hole of frustration and bewilderment, echoing the broader human propensity to overanalyse and drive oneself crazy with relentless questioning. This in turn
stops us from being present with our horses. As our minds go over and over the why question we are firmly in our heads and not present in our body with our horse. In this state it can sometimes be difficult to deal with the behaviour that’s presently occurring. Horses, like humans, are sentient beings with their own unique personalities, motivations, and instincts. While centuries of domestication have forged a partnership between humans and horses, bridging the gap between our species remains a perpetual challenge. Despite our best efforts to communicate and empathize with our equine counterparts, there are moments when their actions defy rational explanation.
As any seasoned equestrian will attest, things are rarely straightforward in the world of horses. The more we probe into the reasons behind their actions, the more elusive the answers may become. Is the horse fearful, asserting independence, misunderstanding, sensing something amiss in the surroundings? Each possibility opens a Pandora’s box of conjecture, inviting endless mental speculation. This quest for understanding can quickly spiral into a cycle of obsession and self-doubt. Riders find themselves embroiled in a constant internal dialogue, second-guessing their every decision, and dissecting the minutiae of their horse’s behaviour. Every sideways glance or flick of the ear becomes laden with
significance, prompting an endless stream of questions. In our relentless pursuit of answers, we risk losing sight of the joy and spontaneity that drew us to horses in the first place, trapped in a maze of our own making.
While the temptation to unravel the mysteries of equine behaviour may be irresistible, it is essential to recognize the limits of our understanding. Horses, like all living beings, are shaped by a complex interplay of genetics, environment, and individual experience. While we can strive to empathize with their perspective and refine our training methods, there will always be aspects of their behaviour that elude explanation. Embracing this uncertainty is not a sign of weakness but an understanding that there will always be mysteries in life, and that is ok.
In the end, perhaps the most profound lesson that horses teach us is the importance of letting go of our need for control and certainty. Instead of fixating on the elusive question of “why,” we can learn to embrace the beauty of the moment. By embracing the inherent mystery of horses and relinquishing the need for absolute answers, we can cultivate a deeper appreciation for the bond between human and horse, grounded in trust, empathy, and mutual respect.
Suzy Maloney B. Eq. Sc. has a degree in Equine Science, has been instructing riding students for 15 years and runs her own business Happy Horses Bitless. Suzy discovered bitless bridles 10 years ago and has now made the promotion of their use her passion. She teaches students exclusively in bitless bridles, gives bitless clinics, writes articles, gives talks on bitless riding and sells bitless bridles through her web page. Suzy believes we can communicate with horses using gentleness, intuition and an open mind. Her lessons are a combination of classical riding, natural horsemanship and the understanding of equine behaviour.
Winterwood Farm, situated in Glanmire NSW, 2.5 hours west of Sydney over the blue mountains is a 200-acre property dedicated to producing beautiful horses for riding and driving.
The farm is owned and run by Cath McDowell and David Mansfield of McDowells Herbal. It is here that they live alongside their horses over seeing their care.
Cath has a great eye for beauty, presence and movement and this has really helped when choosing the stock. However, her primary focus has been on temperament.
The stud has three main breed types – Hanoverian, Friesian and Andalusian. Cath wanted to experiment with her three most favourite breeds. There is no doubt that Cath is a romantic at heart! Horses have been her life, and this farm is the ultimate expression of this passion.
The focus of the stud’s progeny is simple. Healthy, happy horses that are reared as holistically as possible, gently preparing each foal for entry into our Human world with as little trauma as possible.
The stud is relatively young coming into its 5th breeding season. It has been an exciting journey choosing the stud stock, seeing what each mare produces and getting a feel for each bloodline’s potential.
As the stud develops and as Artificial Insemination became an option, international bloodlines are now making their way into the next generation. The stud was awarded Gold and Silver for two foals from the 2023 drop by the Hanoverian Society. Both foals were from IFS – Gold to a colt by So Unique (Salvador WW) out of a Rhineland stud book mare Just Love (Jive Magic) and Silver to a colt by Danciano (Demarco WW) out of a IFS Rhineland studbook mare Seven Oaks Tanqueray (Prestige / Temptation). This was the first season of using IFS and was a wonderful acknowledgement of the choices that Cath has made in her breeding program.
It’s winter and it’s cold. Kelsey, the farms key employee and young horse trainer is rugged up as she loads the feeds on the cart to start the feed run, checking each horse along the way as all small boutique studs do. There is always a little problem to treat – from small cuts and greasy heel to Sarcoids. Farms are never a place of unwavering wellbeing. Like all agricultural pursuits there is the dark side. Stock losses, illness, accidents and heartbreak. As an old timer might say - “If you have livestock, you have dead stock”! Something that is not often discussed in the glamourous world of breeding high performance horses.
At Winterwood however there is a strict dedication to the wellbeing of each mare and the subsequent foal, as well as each riding horse. The aim is for optimal health, resilience and soundness for a long and healthy life. Cath practices what she preaches - she uses herbs, natural feeds, holistic methods of healing including body work (Specifically EMRT with Dearne Coombes from Mudgee) and functional classical training for every horse in her care.
Cath and Kelsey know intimately each horse’s personality and wellness priorities and strive to keep them all vital and blooming.
Cath does have excellent relationships as well with her local Veterinary team at Cudgegong Valley Vets (Dr Wes Rohr) and Bathurst Vet Services (Dr Jack Holman). Whilst management and natural support goes a long way there is always the need for veterinary care. There is no doubt though that with good management veterinary intervention is a min requirement and reserved for genuine emergencies and breeding procedures.
Currently Winterwood is home to approx. 30 horses. 10 Broodmares, 2 x 3 YO, 7 x 2 YO , 5 x yearlings , Cath’s 2 dressage horses Remi of Winterwood and Bloomfield Viva Winterwood, Shandy the pony and 3 retirees. Cath is expecting 2 foals this season out of our two prime mares Harvest Oracle (Fusionist IFS) and Penton Repertoire (Total Diamond PS IFS). These two foals will be assessed by the Hanoverian society and available for sale this season. Last seasons foals comprised of Hanoverians, Friesian and Friesian crosses as well as an Iberian and Warlander foal.
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Cath has always been an advocate for the horse and kind training methods that enhance connection between horse and rider. Training that considers each horses limitations and builds on their strengths. Classical training is that time honoured foundation upon which we can build our horses. With developments in our understanding of biomechanics and equine behaviour we can really take our horses on an enjoyable journey.
Selecting your equine partner is also such a challenge. Even if experienced in purchasing horses, there is so much we don’t know about a potential horse’s history that we take a punt each time.
It is this guessing that Cath wanted to take out of the equation. Cath’s vision was to breed horses that had such a good foundation that it was an easy next step for their new owner to connect and step into the role of horse owner and partner.
Cath offers support post purchase on diet, health and wellness management and training goals if needed and has many connections in the equine industry to refer people to for help.
This year the Stud had its first Open day in March where 13 young horses were presented. The day was super successful with live music and classical riding demonstration with Jose Mendez.
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Jose Mendez is a regular visitor to Winterwood and is presenting clinics up to 8 times a year. Jose brings his lifetime of training and love of horses to Winterwood where he enthusiastically shares his knowledge for the betterment of our equine partners.
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The stud boasts full breeding and training infrastructure to ensure that horses can be managed and monitored closely as well as provide a safe handling environment for people and the horses.
There are 10 open air stables, covered arena, round yard, 3 wash bays and vet room. A larger grass training and jumping area also provides plenty of exposure to the surrounding environment, as well as areas to gallop and trail ride.
It was an important decision to make the farm as environmentally sustainable as possible. Where other farms are shooting their kangaroos and cutting down trees to make way for more paddocks Cath and David wanted to incorporate nature into their management.
Winterwood farm has an endangered ecological community of the white box woodland. When listed as critically endangered in 2006, the Australian Government estimated that as little as 0.1% of the original White-Box Grassy Woodland exists in pristine or near pristine condition. This has led to the farm also being a Land for Wildlife partner. Land for Wildlife is a voluntary scheme, which aims to encourage and assist private landholders to provide habitats for wildlife on their property, even though the property may be managed primarily for other purposes. The design of the paddocks is to fence off these regeneration areas and encourage native regrowth which also serves as small habitat encouraging wildlife.
Having 200 acres means that management of the land can be done in a way that preserves the top cover of native and seeded grasses. Weed management is important. Cath and David use the neighbours 3000 sheep on rotation behind the horses to clean up weeds and spread their manure. This is an effective and sustainable approach to land management that minimizes impact and protects the soil which is the critical element. Soil moisture content is maintained well with good cover meaning that you can drought proof your land.
If you want to know more about Winterwood Farm, future clinics and the young horses available please see Winterwoodhorses.com.au or email Cath@winterwoodhorses.com.au
When it comes to foaling, on-time human intervention – if needed – is crucial to ensure a successful outcome. This also applies to horses after surgery or for detecting colic.
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This is a non-invasive approach for the animal, the pouch is small & lightweight attaching to the halter which tucks up underneath. You will be alerted when the animal lays down, which would indicate foaling or a health issue, depending on which scenario you are monitoring.
This product was designed and manufactured here in Australia over 40 years ago and continues to be manufactured here in Australia. Starting with the original Magic Breed, this system has continued to service breeders for well over 30 years in Australia and New Zealand. In recent years we have moved with technology hence the birth of the Magic Breed Plus system, giving breeders a plethora of enhanced features. We do still support the original Magic Breed system as there are still many systems going strong out there after 20-30 years of use.
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While this means that it won’t work with the 27MHz antenna from the original Magic Breed system, we guarantee that the performance is so good that the external antenna won’t be necessary.
You can monitor up to 8 mares at the same time on the same system. If you need more, just add another Receiver base. If you have two locations on your property that you require to be alerted at the same time, we can accommodate that as well.
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Campdrafting at its very essence is a display of great horsemanship. It is a unique Australian Sport. It requires a rider to focus on and simultaneously navigate two animals with precision and fast judgement.
The competition begins with a drawn order of riders in the draft. A small herd of cattle, most commonly referred to as a “camp” are penned into a small yard.
The rider has to show their ability to cut a beast from the camp on horseback and show their control with at least two or three turns of the beast whilst blocking it from its herd.
The rider then calls for the gate to be opened and begins the set course.
The course consists of a first peg, a second peg and finally two pegs known as “the gate”.
The rider drafts the beast in a figure of eight around the first two pegs before finally coming through the gate.
If the stockwhip cracks, the round is over either because the rider and horse have let the beast get away or the allowed time has been reached.
Up to a total of 100 points are scored by horse and rider: Cut out is worth a total of 26 points; horse work up to a further 70 points; and 4 points for the course (2 points for the first peg, 1 point for the second peg and 1 point for the gate).
It is a remarkable sport with the first formal Campdrafting competition held not far from Warwick, at the Tenterfield Show in Tenterfield in 1885.
Clarence Smith, a cattleman and horse breeder, created the rules for Campdrafting and on the 120th anniversary of the event a monument was commemorated in his honour which can be found at the Tenterfield Showgrounds.
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2 024 Australasian Team Roping Association NATIONAL FINALS @ The H .Q Insurance Arena, Bridgeman Park Sporting Complex C apella, QLD – Ph 0438 596 082 – www.teamroper.com.au
27-30 2 024 Agility Dog Assoc of Australia National Grand Prix, AELEC, Tamworth, NSW – Ph: 0423 138 914
A ustralian Barrel Horse Association – Ph: Suzie Dicks 0413 682 484 – www.abha.com.au
NSW: 4 -7 2024 Australian Barrel Horse Association National Finals, AELEC, Tamworth NSW 15 Need For Speed Barrel Racing, Moonbi, 28-29 Hunter Barrel Horse Assoc – Cooranbong, QLD: 15 Charters Towers Cowgirls Assoc – Charters Towers, 21 Outback Barrel Horse Circuit – Cunnamulla
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NSW: 3 -5 Robe River C/D,6-8 Bingara Campdraft Committee C/D, 6-8 Coonamble Rodeo & C/D, 7-8 Willow Tree C/D, 13-15 (DA) Long Flat C/D, 13-15 Manilla Bushmans Carnival Assoc, 14-15 Baradine C/D, 19-22 Coolah Valley C/D, 20-22 Wangaree C/D, 2 0-22 Stroud C/D, 20-22 Merriwa Show C/D,21-22 Geurie Challenge 24-29 ABCRA NATIONAL FINALS & AUSTRALIAN CAMPDRAFT CHAMPIONSHIPS, North Star, NSW – Ph: 02 6767 9200.
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L evel 3 CDE, Murrumbidgee Club, Murrami Sportsground, NSW.
7-8 D ouble Graded Dressage Qualifier – Hunter / Hawkesbury Clubs, Barnsley (Newcastle), NSW.
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L iverpool Range Annual Spring Drive, Manilla, NSW.
A nne Synnot Cup Double Dressage Qualifier, Hill Tops, NSW
15 CDE Clinic & Working Bee, Tamworth Club, Moonbi, NSW.
21 O z Trek, Camden Club, Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park, Camden, NSW.
22 R ally Day, Tamworth Club, Uralla, NSW.
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23-29 V ictorian Cutting Horse, V IC FUTURITY, Two RIVERS Ranch, (Bundalong), Vic.
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7-8 EQ Show Horse 2024 Pryde’s Easifeed Horse of the Year, QSEC, Caboolture, Qld.
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15 H RCAV, Dressage Jackpot (Official) Seymore & Dist SJC www.hrcav.com.au
15 H RCAV, Show Winter Woollies (Official), Echuca & Dist. ARC, Vic.
15 T V E G, Spring Dressage Sh/gr Murwillumbah, NSW – E: secretary@tveg.org.au
15 CWDG Official Event, Blayney, NSW – Ph: 0419 264 629
18-23 2 024 Australian Interschool Championships. AELEC, Tamworth, NSW
20-21 H RCAV, Dressage Jackpot Weekend (Official), Smythesdale ARC, Vic. 20-22 N NSW Hack Championships, Hawthorn Park, South Grafton, NSW.
21 AOR National Dressage Championships, Boneo Park, Boneo, Vic.
21 D ressage in the Mountains, Melba Equestrian Club, Westburn Park, Vic – www.melbaequestrianclub.au
22 Young Dressage Club, Official Competition, Bendick Murrell - www.youngdressage.com
22 H RCAV, Winter Woollies (Official) – Avoca RC - www.vic.equestrian.org.au
26 Australian Vaulting National Championships, Boonah, Qld – www.qld.equestrian.org.au
27 H RCAV, Dressage (Official) – Mt Duneed ARC - www.vic.equestrian.org.au
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7 J umping Victoria Show @ NVSJC, Shepparton, Vic - www.nvsjc.net
8 S ydney Eventing, SIEC, Horsley Park, NSW – Ph: 02 8883 6900
7-8 N CEC & CHJC Spring Showjumping, Nana Glen Eq/Gr, Nana Glen. NSW – Ph: 0401 642 908
7-8 Waterford CCN, Eventing, Qld– Ph: 07 3891 6611
9-10 Toowoomba Jump Club, Spring Showjumping – Sh/gr, Toowoomba, Qld - Ph: 0418 700 816
13-14 J umping @ Willinga – Ph: 02 4405 5666
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14-15 N ational Capital Horse Trials Assoc – www.equestrian.org.au
14-15 Geelong Show Jumping Club, WPNEC, Werribee, Vic – Ph: 0438 173 294
15 Scenic Rim Equestrian Club Annual Showjumping Spectacular – Ph: Ph: 07 3891 6611
21-22 Frazer Coast Horse Trials, Eventing – Ph: 0408 986 352
27 Tamborine Equestrian Group Q3DE. Tamborine, Qld – Ph: 0498 880 901
27-28 Q SJC September Classic, QSEC, Caboolture, Qld - Ph: 07 3891 6611
28 Rockhampton Equestrian Group, Jumping – Ph: 07 3891 6611
28-29 Shirley Heights Horse Trials, Gladysdale, Vic – Ph:0407 411 307
28-30 Eventing Equestriad Australia – Camden - www.equestrian.org.au
29 Tamborine Equestrian Group, Eventing. Tamborine, Qld – Ph: 0498 880 901
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2 2 2024 Larapinta Australian Open Polo, Larapinta, Qld – www.larapintaequestrian.com.au – Ph: 0419 671 335, 7- 8 SEQPC Sailsbury Cup 14-15 QPA Queensland Gold Cup, 28-29 SEQPC Ladies.
NSW: 5 K illarney, 12 Arunga, 14-15 Scone Macintyre Cup, 19 Kurri Burri, 21 Dougal Archibald Cup, 26 Killarney Sir Phillip Charley Trophy, 2 6 The Count of Dudley Cup, 27 Mudgee Annual Tournament, 29 – 2nd Oct Scone Junior Polo School.
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QLD: 6 -8 QLD State Club Championships Tansey. NSW: 7-8 Mendooran, 14-15 Pallamallawa (M/H).
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7- 8 S QRHA Slide Spin, Gatton, Qld.
14-15 N Q Super Clinic, Charters, Qld 23-28 V RHA Oceania Affiliate Championship 2024, Tatura Events & Equestrian Complex, Vic.
13-15 2 024 IMHR NSW State Show, Hawkesbury Showground – www.imhr.com.au
13 P acific Coast Arabian Show –Maryborough Showgrounds and Equestrian Park Contact: ballykeelarabians@outlook.com 14-15 A SHS New England Branch Challenge, Sh/gr Guyra, NSW – www.ashs.com.au
15 A MHS Victoria, Spring Kick of Feature Show, North Bendigo, Vic – Ph: 0467 000 547 19-22 2 024 Rare & Distinctive Breeds Festival, All Breeds Feature, Burpengary Eq/ctr, Qld – Ph: 0438 097 977 20-22 S QHA Event, K Ranch, Mt Hunter, Ph: 0437 703 353 21-22 A SHS Eastern Downs Branch Stockmans Challenge & Campdraft, Sh/gr Alora, Qld. 28-29 T he NSW Arabian State Titles- Hawkesbury Sh/gr Clarendon NSW. www.nswarabians.org.au
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21-22 Richmond River Trail Horse Riding Club Inc, Ride, New Italy Northern NSW – Ph: Wendy 0414 668 725 www.anwe.org.au
14 B erry Riding Club, Play & Obstacle Day, Berry, NSW – www.berryridingclub.com
22 H RCAV 3Phase Equitation Refresher & Training Day @ Seymoir, Vic. 28 Mid North Coast Working Equitation, Showground, Taree, NSW.
K ings Park Equestrian Centre, Glenreagh, NSW. Ph: 02 6649 2130 www.facebook.com/kingsparkequestrianclub/events/?ref=page_internal
7-9 Q uintessential Dressage Functional Training with Rylana Stauffer 14-15 Equus Emperia Art of Liberty Clinic with Dr Nadine Lindblom
Moonbi Magic Barrel Racing Club – Divisional Barrel Race, Moonbi, NSW, 26 Hunter Barrel Horse Assoc – Divisional Barrel Race, C ooranbong, NSW.
QLD: 4 J undah, Outback Barrel Horse Circuit – Divisional Race**FUTURITY & MATURITY Jundah Qld, 12-13 ABHA, Callide Valley - Division Barrel R ace, Biloela, Qld, 13 Rupertswood Horse Club – NQ ABHA – Divisional Barrel Race, 26 Rupertswood Horse Club – NQ ABHA - Divisional Barrel R ace, 26 - 27 Queen of Hearts Barrel Series – Division Barrel Race, Caboolture, Qld.
VIC: 13 Tri State Barrels – Divisional Barrel Race, Birdwoodton Equestrian Centre, Vic.
A BCRA – Ph: 02 6766 5863 - www.abcra.com.au NSW: 1-3 Kennedy Ranch Campdraft Youth, 3 (DA) Campdraft Gloucester,4-6 Cowra, 4-6 (DA) Eromanga C/D, 4-6 Kennedy Range C/D, 4-6 Merriwa
Long Weekend C/D, 8-9 Wallamba Junior C/D, 11-12 Gladstone C/D, 11-13 Glencore-Bunnan C/D, 11-13 Battle on the Bidgee Stockmans’ Challenge, 11-13 Killara Charity C/D, 12-14 Eneabba C/D, 12-13 (DA) Molong C/D12-13 Battle on the Bidgee Open C/D, 18-20 (DA) 2024 Maclean Sh/soc C/D 2024, 18-20 Cullalla Feedlot Gingin C/D, 19-20 (D/A) Koobah Performance Horses C/D,19-20 (DA) Watagan Mountains C/D, 25-27 (D/A) Gundy Bushman’s Carnival, 21-27 2024 Ariat Warwick Rodeo & Pryde’s Easifeed Warwick Gold Cup Campdraft Sh /gr Warwick Qld.
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1-4 A shes & National Cup 2024-Training Package- Southern Highlands, Bundanoon, NSW – Ph: Yvonne Wood 0497 603 424 https://www.carriagedrivingnsw.org.au/events/ashes-training-package/
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A shes & Nations Cup 2024 - Southern Highlands – Bundanoon, NSW – Ph: Yvonne 0497 603 424 12-13 NSW 2024 Dressage Championships & Dressage to Music Championships, Hawkesbury Showground - Ph: Kim 0433 777 763. 20 Tamworth Regional Show Driving Championships, Tamworth, NSW Ph: Liz Obrien - 0427 766 726
26 D ressage Cones & Mini Marathon Day, Hills Club, Rossmore Reserve, NSW – Ph: Janet Muspratt – 02 9606 6085
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N ational Cutting Horse Association – Ph: 02 6765 9356– www.ncha.com.au
N orthern Rivers CHC – Woodenbong, NSW 19-20 We st Gippsland QH Assoc – Garfield North, Vic
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5 D ressage Jackpot (Official) Boneo ARC @ Merricks, Vic – Ph: Karen 0407 433 956
5-6 A rmidale Riding Club, OC/CU/Ch - CR- P-GP, Armidale, NSW – Ph: Skye Berry 0415 871 426
5-6 O rana Equestrian Club, OC/CR- Pr-GP, Dubbo, NSW – www.oranaequestrianclub.com
6 C T & Dressage Jackpot (Official), Dingley RC, Vic – Ph: Lucinda 0448 880 226 12-13 T VEG, Power of Pink, Murwillumbah Showgrounds, Murwillumbah NSW – www.tveg.org.au
12-13 A PDC - OC/CR – Prep-GP, Salt Ash, NSW – Ph: Wendy Cotton – 0419 873 321 12-13 SHCQ, Youth Clinic & Youth Spring Show, Park Ridge Pony Club, Qld – Ph: 07 3891 6611 12-13 CWDG /Ch – OC/CU – Pr-GP, Blayney, NSW – Ph: Beth Maclean – 0419 264 629
13 D ressage Jackpot (Official) -Amaroo Equestrian, YV @ Westburn Park, Vic – Ph: Karen 0407 433 956
13 3 P hase Equitation (Official) – Bannockburn RC @ Leighdale EC, Vic - Ph: Karen 0407 433 956 17-20 2 024 Australian National Dressage Championships, SIEC, Horsley Park, NSW 2 024 Australian Pony Dressage Championships, SIEC, Horsley Park, NSW
2 024 Para Equestrian Championships, SIEC, Horsley Park, NSW 18-21 2 024 Interschool Horse Extravaganza, ALEC, Tamworth, NSW.
20 C T & Dressage Day (Official) – Doongala ARC, Vic – Ph: Karen 0407 433 956 25-26 C amden Equitation Inc, K Ranch, Mt Hunter, NSW – e: Glynis.dickinson@bigpond.com
26 Young Dressage Club, Dressage Camp, Bendick Murrell, NSW - Ph: 0429 831 427 26-27 M aryborough Active Rider Club Dressage Championships, Tinana, Qld – Ph: Monique 0402126 585
27 R EA Wagga Wagga Dressage – OC/CU/CR – Pr-FEI, Wagga Wagga, NSW – Ph: Maryann 0428 632 494
27 D ressage Jackpot (Official) - Macedon Ranges DC @ Lancefield, Vic – Ph: Karen 0407 433 956
27 D ressage Jackpot (Official) ARC – West Gippsland, Vic. Ph: Karen 0407 433 956
18 TOM QUILTY GOLD CUP, Wirrina Cove SOUTH AUSTRALIA – Ph: 0456 983 125 – www.aera.asn.au w ww.qld.equestrian.org.au – www.vic.equestrian.org.au – www.nsw.equestrian.org.au – www.eventingnsw.equestrian.org.au
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13 Q uirindi Eventing FEI CCI2*-S, CCI3*-S, CCI4*-S, NAT CCN1*, EvA95, EvA80, EvA65, EvA50. 18 Showjumping (Official & Unofficial) – Yarra Glen ARC, “Fun Friday” Series Round 1
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5-6 2 024 ASH’S Eastern Branch Breeders Show, Sh/gr, Morisset, NSW – www.ashs.com.au
12-13 NSW ASH Breeders Championships, White Park, Scone, NSW.
12-13 Top of the Range Arabian Event & Queensland Arabian Horse of the Year – Sh/gr, Gatton, Qld – www.ahsa.asn.au
19-20 S ydney Regional Appaloosa Clob - K Rancy, Mt Hunter – www.painthorse.com.au
20 C entral QLD Ribbon Day, CQLX , Gracemere Qld - www.ashs.com.au
25 5 3rd Qld Arabian Challenge Show - www.ahsa.asn.au
30-3 Nov NSW PAINT Horse Assoc, K Ranch, Mt Hunter – www.painthorse.com.au
ATHRA – www.athra.com.au
R RTHRC Inc. Northern NSW Meet 3rd weekend each month Ph: Wendy 0414 668 725 www.anwe.org.au
5-6 Mud gee & Dist Working Equestrian, Showgrounds, Mudgee, NSW. Entries by nominate.com.au
26-27 Mid North Working Equitation Club, Competition, Taree Sh/gr – www.midnorthcoastworkingequitationclub.com
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2 024 EQUITANA MELBOURNE, Melbourne Showground, Vic, www.equitana.com.au 17 I MHR Mini Tana @ Equitana Melbourne – www.imhr.com.au
A ustralian Barrel Horse Association – Ph: Suzie Dicks 0413 682 484 – www.abha.com.au NSW: Lower Hunter Horse Sports Assoc, Branxton, 9 New England Drum Runners, Bundara, 10 Liverpool Plains Barrel Racing, Quirindi, 17 Moonbi M agic Barrel Racing Club. Moonbi, 23-24 Central West Barrel Horse Club, Geurie, 29 Hunter Barrel Horse Club, Cooranbong. QLD: 1-3 NBS Barrel Productions, **Futurity & Maturity**, Widgee Qld, 3 Charters Towers Cowgirls Assoc, 9 ABHA Callide Valley, Biloela. NSW: 1-3 (DA) Barraba Spring Jackpot C/D, 1-3 (DA) Gresford C/D, 7-10 (DA) Orange C/D, 8-10 D/A) Scone C/D, 8-10 Dungog Show C/D, 9 -10 Egor C/D, 9-10 Wingham C/D,15-17 Bulahdelah Show Society Inc, C/D, 22-24 Boar Swamp Spring Campdraft, 22-24 (DA) Comboyne C/D 2 2-24 (DA) Oberon C/D, 30-1ST Dec (DA) Tyringham C/D.
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1-3 DNSW OC, Pr-GP/ YH, Clarendon – www.dressagensw.equestrian.org.au
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2 024 NSW Regional Show Horse Championships, AELEC, Tamworth, NSW – Ph: AELEC 02 6767 5658
8-10 T TT Dresssage (Official) - Ironbark Equestrian Club @ Elmore, Vic – Ph: Karen 0407 433 956 9-10 ACTDA, OC/CU/CR, Pr-GP/YH, Equestrian Park – www.actda.com.au
10 M PPC, 2024 Dressage Championships, Mornington Peninsula Pony Club Inc, Baxter, Vic – Ph: Miranda Judd 0435 862 387 16-17 M onaro Equestrian Club/ Ch, OC/CR, Pr-M, Cooma, NSW – Ph: Sue Wallace 0418 649 869 16-17 Fig Tree Pocket, Participant/ Competitive, Prep to GP, Fig Tree Pocket, Qld – Ph: 07 3891 6611 16-17 Warnambool ARC, Dressage Jackpot (Official), Warnambool, Vic – Ph: 03 9877 0330 23-24 C entral Coast DA, OC, Pr-GP/YH, Mangrove Mountain, NSW – www.ccdressage.org 28-1 Dec Tamworth Dressage Club, OC/CU/CR/Ch, P-GP, AELEC – Marjolyn Thomas 0428 671 33 w ww.qld.equestrian.org.au – www.vic.equestrian.org.au – www.nsw.equestrian.org.au – www.eventingnsw.equestrian.org.au
2-3 Avenel HT, EvA 65 – CCN2*- S, Greenvale, Vic.
3 B odagora Horse Trials, Branxton, NSW – Ph: 0447 008 470 6-10 Australian Jumping Championships, Willinga Park, NSW – www.willingapark.com.au 9-10 B errima, EV 60 – CCN2*-S Berrima NSW
15 Yarra Glen ARC Show Jumping (Official& Unofficial), “Fun Friday “ Series Rd 2, Yarra Glen, Vic – Ph: Karen o407 433 956 16-17 C andlebark, EvA80 – CCN2 – 5*, Riddells Creek, Vic
17 N EGS, Eventing, Armidale NSW – Ph: 02 6774 8700
23 24 Friends of Mansfield EvA 65 – CCN1* -S, Mansfield, Vic.
23-24 NSW International 3Day Event, SIEC, Horsley Park, NSW.
25-27 A lbury / Woodonga International Horse Trials, CCI Eq/Ctr, Albury, NSW
30-1 Dec M udgee / Wellington, EV 60 – CCN2*-S, NSW, 30-1 Dec Tooradin, EvA65 – CCN2* -S, Tooradin, Vic.
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VIC: 6 -16 MELBOURNE POLO CUP 2024, Melbourne Polo Fields, Melbourne, Vic, 20-21 Wednesday Night Chukkas WPNEC, 23-24 Eynesbury Polo Club Cup, 27 Wednesday Night Chukkas WPNEC, 30-1st Dec Melbourne Polo Club Cup.
2-3 S QRHA Slide into Summer Ribbon Show, Gatton Qld. 9-10 S QRHA Reining on the Downs Ribbon SHOW, Dalby, Qld. 23 T RHA Clinic & Awards, Tamworth, NSW. 23-24 N RHA Approved Spring & Shine Jackpot Show, Cairnbrook Park Equine Event Facility, Glengarry, Vic, www.vrha.com.au
30 Oct-3 NSW Paint Horse Association, K Ranch, Mt Hunter – www.painthorse.com.au
2-3 T he National Arabian Stud Horse Show, Hawkesbury Sh/gr, Clarendon, NSW – www.ahsa.asn.au 23-24 I MHR XMAS Celebration, Sh/gr, Bathurst, NSW – www.imhr.com.au
15-17 Richmond River Trail Horse Riding Club Inc, NSW Meet 3rd weekend every month – Ph: Wendy 0414 668 725
11-12 S outh West Working Equitation, Vic, 4 Phase Competition, www.anwe.org.au 22-24 2 024 WORKING EQUITATION NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, AELEC, TAMWORTH, NSW,
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These types of mycotoxins are related to many digestive reproductive disorders.
Agspand’s Consultants often speak to people about the effects on animals of mycotoxins in certain pasture endophytes (fungi) that commonly appear on and in grasses and feeds.
MOULDY feed mycotoxins deriving from the natural Aspergillus and Penicillin, are worldwide concerns seasons and humid climates. These types of mycotoxins prompting the WHO to set safe limits for them in can be related to these types of mycotoxins in particular accidentally ingested.
Endophytes occur naturally in plants, so animal and pasture management along with Agspand’s FEEDCHAR® loose lick supplementation is recommended all year round. Suggestions to help animals with mycotoxin effects are given below.
There are many different endophytes and not all of them contain harmful mycotoxins, but it is worth being mindful of the main groups that do, as well as some potential mycotoxin symptoms in horses, cattle, sheep and all grazing animals.
International research continues to identify different mycotoxins and trial which toxin binder supplements may assist, or not. To help cover the range of possible mycotoxins in feed, it is worthwhile using broadspectrum toxin binders such Agspand’s FEEDCHAR® mineral plus charcoal combined. Animals themselves seek these natural and organic ingredients in the wild to help deal with seasonal plant potencies. Agspand tests them to ensure its FEEDCHAR® follows local Australian and New Zealand regulations as safe to feed to animals.
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FEEDCHAR® minerals plus charcoal recipe is a feed-grade, broad-spectrum digestive aid and toxin binder for horses and grazing animals. Carers use an economical tablespoon per large horse per day maintenance dose, simply mixed through feeds.
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In general, pasture endophytes can be particularly animal overgrazing, or from too much or too little Departments warn these scenarios especially apply
SYMBIOTIC ERGOT feed mycotoxins such as Claviceps may exist in some of the wild wheats and sorghum as well as kikuyu, paspalum and older ryegrass and taller fescue grass varieties. Claviceps mainly appear at the base sheath and are hosted by the plants as
Mycotoxins can cause overheating in animals, and weight loss, girth tension, and skin, coat and feet effects of mycotoxicosis for females are possible increase in still births. The Lolitrem B mycotoxin and cause hallucinogenic “staggers” .
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Short-mown and stressed grass from overgrazing can still produce seed heads in its desire to reproduce.
Mycotoxin and animal and pasture management
Pasture mycotoxins may cause skin, coat and feet problems for horses and grazing animals. This picture shows the nose of a horse supplemented with Agspand’s FEEDCHAR® toxin binder for one week. (Photos C. Ash.)
To help manage animals and pastures with mycotoxin effects, Agspand Consultants suggest to:
• Avoid the close-grazing of pasture, because the base sheath of the plant potentially has the most concentrated amount of endophyte mycotoxins.
• Withhold hungry animals off grass that is just starting to shoot and regrow — wait to graze until the grass is higher, in Stage 2 of growth, showing two or more leaf branches.
• Maintain animals’ continuous access to fresh grass hay as part of their daily routine, which is essential digestive fibre that buffers rich, green grass. (Remember not to feed mouldy hay, grain, or maize as these can also contain mycotoxins.)
• Maintain animals’ continuous access to fresh grass hay as part of their daily routine, which is essential digestive fibre that buffers rich, green grass. (Remember not to feed mouldy hay , grain, or maize as these can also contain mycotoxins.)
POST HARVEST MOULDY feed mycotoxins deriving from the natural breakdown of harvested feeds and hays, such as Aspergillus and Penicillin, are worldwide concerns for feed storage and transport, especially in wet seasons and humid climates. These types of mycotoxins can be highly carcinogenic to the liver, prompting the WHO to set safe limits for them in feeds. Digestive disruptions including severe colitis can be related to these types of mycotoxins in particular, depending on how much has been accidentally ingested.
After 6 years, many clients who have maintained Agspand’s Feedchar animals find it cost effective simply to mix small amounts through extra minerals as may be needed for individual animal type, age, stage nutritionist or Agspand’s Animal Management Consultants are available
• Ensure animals regularly move and graze over different, small areas so that both the pasture and soils are rested, not stressed; for example, using Cell Grazing or Strip Grazing with temporary electric fencing (also ideal with Perimeter Tracks in Paddock Paradise set ups).
• Ensure animals regularly move and graze over different, small areas so that both the pasture and soils are rested, not stressed; for example, using Cell Grazing or Strip Grazing with temporary electric fencing (also ideal with Perimeter Tracks in Paddock Paradise set ups).
In general, pasture endophytes can be particularly strong in stressed grass struggling to grow from animal overgrazing, or from too much or too little moisture, or when the soil nitrogen is high. Ag Departments warn these scenarios especially apply to grass emerging after dry seasons or droughts. Mycotoxins can cause overheating in animals, and digestive inflammation, resulting in diarrhoea and weight loss, girth tension, and skin, coat and feet issues from extremity vasoconstriction (i.e. restricted blood flow at the face/nose, dock/rump and feet). The worst effects of mycotoxicosis for females are possible late-term abortions, low birth weights, and an increase in still births. The Lolitrem B mycotoxin from ryegrass can also affect the nervous system and cause hallucinogenic “staggers”.
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Agspand’s FEEDCHAR® website has further information on different
Your local Feedchar® Stockist may also assist.
• Supplement animals’ daily diets with small amounts of Agspand’s FEEDCHAR®, an Australian feed-grade and certified mineral–charcoal digestive aid and broad-spectrum toxin binder, to support Condition, Behaviour and Weight through all seasons.
• Supplement animals’ daily diets with Agspand’s FEEDCHAR®, an Australian feed-grade and certified mineral–charcoal digestive aid and broad-spectrum toxin binder, to support Condition, Behaviour and Weight through all seasons
Recent research on Finishing Steers by Matthew Reynolds and Kim Stanford et al. (2023) showed the effects on the cattle of Ergot mycotoxin in their feed was decreased DMI (dry matter intake) and ADG (average daily gain), decreased total shrunk body weight gain, final body weight and carcass weight, and decreased number of AAA graded carcasses (DOI:10.1093/jas/skad281.159).
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After 8 years, many clients who have maintained Agspand’s Feedchar continuously with their animals find it cost effective simply to mix through all feeds, or with vitamins and any extra minerals as may be needed for individual animal type, age, stage and season — your nutritionist, local rural stockist or Agspand’s Animal Management Consultants are available to advise.
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<caption>A successfully managed small acreage with internal cell grazing and perimeter tracks along with daily Agspand’s Feedchar supplementation , supports term healthy horses, pastures as well as soils in carbon and regenerative farming.
After 6 years, many clients who have maintained Agspand’s Feedchar continuously with their animals find it cost effective simply to mix small amounts through all feeds, or with vitamins and any extra minerals as may be needed for individual animal type, age, stage and season — your
Horses are amazing to watch and observe, but sitting just below the skin surface is an intricate, delicate and often forgotten system of the body – the equine lymphatic system.
Intertwined through the horses body from the superficial layers to the deep internal organs the lymphatic system heavily supports the circulatory, digestive, muscular and immune systems.
The main functions of the lymphatic system are:
• Drain away excess fluid and returns it to the bloodstream.
• Absorb and transport fats
• Filter out waste
• Identify harmful pathogens
As blood is moved through the body in veins and arteries moving into blood capillaries, tissue fluid is released, bathing all the cells of the body. The tissue fluid is vital for the delivery of oxygen and nutrients for the cells. The cells uptake what they require, and majority of the fluid is returned to the blood and taken by the veins to the heart.
This diagram highlights that just below the epidermis (the weird little squares with dots on them) the lymphatic capillaries are just below the skin. Too much pressure pauses or reduces the amount of lymph (lymphatic fluid) being transported at the time. The red to blue line is the circulatory system, the red is the artery, and the blue is the vein.
The crazy little black squiggle lines are called anchoring filaments, and these cool kids connect the membrane of the endothelial cells to surrounding elastic fibers, guiding the extra cellular fluid into the lymphatic system.
When applying manual lymphatic drainage, we go down the legs!
Horses have a poor venous return. This means that interstitial fluid finds it easier to move down the legs but struggles to come back up.
Horses that aren’t able to walk around as much, travelling often, have scarring on their legs or recovering from surgery are more likely to have swelling occur.
When stocking up occurs in the legs, the lymphatic vessels are already stretched and not working effectively. Manual lymphatic drainage stimulates from the lymph nodes to the pre-collectors, allowing vessels that are working a gentle little wake-up call to help the team remove the excess fluid.
Remaining fluid is referred to as extracellular fluid and contains cell debris, or cells that are too large for the blood capillaries is taken up by the lymphatic system. When the extra fluid is not able to be moved away, swelling occurs.
Swelling because of the extracellular fluid is harmful to the body, it contains excess proteins that become harmful to the body. The lymphatic vessels move lymphatic fluid (lymph) by a lymphangion contraction and only contract 5-7 per minute.
The circulatory system has the heart as a pump the lymphatic system does not and the movement of lymph is also supported by general movement of the body such as movement and breathing.
Horses that are not able to move as much as they need, the movement of lymph is reduced increasing the chances of swelling to occur. The swelling can become chronic leading to issues such as cellulitis or chronic progressive lymphodema. Both of these conditions cause irreversible damage to the lymphatic structures of the leg.
The lymphatic system can be supported by walking horses that are on box rest or have been travelling, grooming, manual lymphatic drainage and supporting compressive stockings.
Manual lymphatic drainage is a technique that supports the physiology and anatomy of the lymphatic system by the correct application of pressure and directional movements. Used commonly in Germany, manual lymphatic drainage is working with the body to help remove waste.
The lymphatic system is vital for overall health and general well being, but once it has been compromised or damaged it has very little capacity to heal.
The main lymph nodes are spread throughout the horses body. The majority of the nodes are in the cervical (neck) region, but they are also found along the digestive system.
The lymphatic system is designed to help remove waste products and harmful pathogens as well as pick up interstitial fluid.
These hard-working nodes are sensitive and can become overworked when there is an infection in the body or there is too much excess fluid in the area (odema).
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