Horsemart - Winter Edition

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GEMMA TATTERSALL SPECIAL FEATURE

3.5 TONNE HORSEBOXES WINTER SURVIVAL GUIDE

TOP 10 PRODUCTS TO GET YOU THROUGH TO 2017

CHRISTMAS GIFTING

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HELLO AND WELCOME TO THE WINTER EDITION OF HORSEMART MAGAZINE With the nights drawing in and the days getting chillier we have teamed up with Equine Superstore to create a Winter Survival Guide, with our top 10 products you need to make it through to spring!

Christmas is just around the corner, and we’ve selected over 20 gift ideas for equestrian lovers, which are sure to delight.

Thinking of investing in a new 3.5 tonne horsebox? Be sure to check out our buyer’s guide for these lovely small boxes. It’s often a minefield choosing which manufacturer to go for, so we hope our guide will be able to point you in the right direction.

We’ve also got a number of great features including veterinary advice for kissing spines and a fabulous training piece, to help your horse work correctly on the lunge.

I hope you enjoy our Winter edition and have a very Merry Christmas!

Best wishes,

Ava Pannell Editor

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Deadline for next issue: 4th January 2017

Contents DIARY OF EVENTS . ................................................................... 5

MEET THE RIDER - G emma Tattersall.............................. 17

WINTER SURVIVAL GUIDE - w ith Equine Superstore. 8

EQUINE BEHAVIOUR FEATURE . ...................................... 18

SHOW PREVIEW - O lympia Horse Show......................... 10

BEDDING FEATURE - W hat material is best for you. 20

TRAINING FEATURE - L ungeing with EquiAmi............ 12

3.5 TONNE HORSEBOXES FEATURE . .......................... 26

VETERINARY FEATURE - K issing Spines ...................... 14

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE . ..................................................... 36

WORMING FEATURE - w ith Equisal.................................. 16

CLASSIFIEDS . .................................................................................. 44

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DIARY OF EVENTS The Mane Show – Showing online. www.themaneshow.co.uk, info@ themaneshow.co.uk, also on fb ADRA TREC/AGILITY/H.P. OBSTACLES – F or details contact bfazzani@hotmail.com

2 October 2016 THE LEVADE SYSTEMS DRESSAGE SERIES FINAL – G olden Cross EC., Halland, E Sussex. 01825 873022, email: info@goldencrossec.co.uk COLETTE’S INDOOR SJ – W illow Farm, Faversham. www.cbequine. co.uk OAKS DRIVING CLUB AUTUMN DRIVE – S chedules www. oaksdrivingclub.com or tel Liz Howe 07734 923796 AUTUMN CROSS JUMP & CROSS COUNTRY – 1 0am start. Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Rd., Bexley, Kent DA5 2AW. Tel: 020 8300 3947, www. mountmascalstables.com

WDHC AUTUMN HUNTER TRIALS – Warren Barn Farm. For details: www.wdhc.org.uk. 07763 13850

OSB&WHUNT HUNTER TRIALS – Lockskinners, Chiddingstone, TN8 7NA. Schedules available on www. osbwk.co.uk

5 October 2016

UNAFF SHOWJUMPING – Saddlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent.

Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www.saddlesdane.co.uk

SMP EVENTS BRITISH DRESSAGE – Blue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www. smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811

MID SURREY PC HUNTER TRIALS –9 .30am. PCF, Hurst Rd., Walton on the Hill, Tadworth KT20 5BN. Mrs Amanda Hammond, Eastcote, NorfolRd., Holmwood, Surrey RH5 4LA. 01306 885003, amandamh@ sky.com

7 October 2016 COFFEE MORNING DEMO WITH JASON WEBB – 1 1am1pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

POSHNAGS SHOWING SOUTH EAST – W illow Farm, nr Faversham.

See www.poshnags.com, email: poshnags.com. 01233 713845

11 October 2016

8 October 2016 BRITISH DRESSAGE AFF – Saddlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent.

Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www.saddlesdane.co.uk

9 October 2016

SEVENOAKS RC FOTH QUALIFIER – Details & entry on website: www. sevenoaksrc.co.uk

SEVENOAKS RC HUNTER TRIAL & CR JUMPING – D etails & entry on website: www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

SPEEDGATE END OF SEASON INHAND SHOW – Speedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 01474 872313, www.speedgate. co.uk, events@speedgate.co.uk

SPEEDGATE UNAFF DRESSAGE – Speedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 01474 872313, www.speedgate.co.uk, events@speedgate.co.uk

CAPRICORN EQUESTRIAN DRESSAGE TRAINING DAY – Capricorn Farm, Eynsford, Kent. Full details email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian. co.uk

JASON WEBB TRUST & RESPECT GROUNDWORCLINIC – 1 2.302.00pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

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15 October 2016 JULIA BUCKLE POLE WORCLINIC –S peedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 01474 872313, www.speedgate.co.uk, events@speedgate.co.uk UNAFF INDOOR WINTER DRESSAGE SERIES – 5 .15pm start. Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Rd., Bexley, Kent DA5 2AW. Tel: 020 8300 3947, www. mountmascalstables.com UNAFF DRESSAGE – S addlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent. Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www. saddlesdane.co.uk

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13 October 2016 JASON WEBB CONFIDENCE RIDDEN CLINIC – 2 .30-4pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www.australianhorsetraining. co.uk

CAPRICORN EQUESTRIAN UNAFF DRESSAGE COMPETITION – Capricorn Farm, Eynsford, Kent. Full details email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian. co.uk SPEEDGATE UNAFF TEAM DRESSAGE – Speedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 01474 872313, www.speedgate. co.uk, events@speedgate.co.uk

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DIARY OF EVENTS CHIPSTEAD RC DRESSAGE – Diamond Centre. Download schedule from www. chipsteadridingclub.co.uor A5 SAE to Jackie Russell, 32 Chartwell Place, Cheam, Surrey SM3 9TD. Follow us on Facebook: Chipstead Riding Club ERIDGE HUNT PC NOVICE SHOWJUMPING – ( PC Members only) Golden Cross EC. Schedules http://branches.pcuk.org/eridge or contact Fiona Whittington 01892 750002, fionawhitt@ btinternet.com GREAT ALL ENGLAND PLOUGHING MATCH, COUNTRY FAIR @ FAMILY DOG SHOW – 10am. Eashing Farm, Godalming, Surrey GU7 2QA.Trade: 07519 816384, Showing: Neil & Jackie Ransom 01730 827134, Ploughing: John McDermott 01725 511951h

17 October 2016 ANDREW DAY CLINIC – S peedgate Farm, Fawkham. Please call Kim Atkinson 07834 170830 or kim@ gorsewood.plus.com

20 October 2016 JASON WEBB SURGERY ONE TO ONE COACHING – f rom 12.30pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

21 October 2016 CHELSHAM & BROMLEY RC EQUESTRIAN/GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ – S t Marks Church Hall, Biggin Hill TN16 3LB. Please fb or www.cbrc.org INDOOR WINTER SHOWJUMPING SERIES – 5 .30pm start. Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Rd., Bexley, Kent DA5 2AW. Tel: 020 8300 3947, www. mountmascalstables.com

22 October 2016 ASHFORD HORSE & SADDLERY SALE – H obbs Parker Auctioneers LLP, Monument Way, Orbital Park, Ashford, Kent TN24 0HB.01233 502222, www.hobbsparker.co.uk. email: horses@hobbsparker.co.uk FAVERSHAM & DRC DOG SHOW – www.favershamridingclub.co.uk SMP EVENTS BRITISH DRESSAGE –B lue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www. smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811 OAKS DRIVING CLUB AUTUMN INDOOR EVENT – G olden Cross EC., Hailsham. Schedules www. oaksdrivingclub.com or tel Liz Howe 07734 923796

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23 October 2016 MID SURREY PC HUNTER TRIALS – 10am. PCF, Hurst Rd., Walton on the Hill, Tadworth KT20 5BN. Mrs Claire Clare, Heath Corner, Watts Lane, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 5RW. 07795 594518, claireclare@ hotmail.com POSHNAGS SHOWING SOUTH EAST – S addlesdane. See www. poshnags.com, email: poshnags. com. 01233 713845 SPEEDGATE UNAFF SHOWJUMPING – Speedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 01474 872313, www.speedgate.co.uk, events@speedgate.co.uk FAWKHAM & DRC WINTER DRESSAGE SERIES – A rrow Riding Centre, nr Darenth. Further details: www.fawkhamridingclub. com

24 October 2016 ERIDGE HUNT PC PONY RACING – (PC Members only) Lingfield ParRacecourse. Schedules http:// branches.pcuk.org/eridge. Contact Sally Bowman 07966 464152 ROBERT PICKLES CLINIC – Squirrells Riding School, Common Rd., Bluebell Hill ME5 9RG. Call Hayley 07713 323968. 01634 681000. Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool. co.uk

28 October 2016 PONY DAY – S quirrells Riding School, Common Rd., Bluebell Hill ME5 9RG. Call Hayley 07713 323968. 01634 681000. Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www. squirrellsridingschool.co.uk JASON WEBB YOUR HORSEMANSHIP.COM MEMBERS ONLY CLINIC – H ereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

29 October 2016 SPEEDGATE UNAFF DRESSAGE – Speedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 01474 872313, www.speedgate.co.uk, events@speedgate.co.uk CHELSHAM & BROMLEY RC HALLOWEEN GYMKHANA – Layhams Farm, Layhams Rd., Keston BR2 6AR. Please fb or www. cbrc.org

30 October 2016 DENNE HILL CROSS COUNTRY RIDE OPEN DAY – W omenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD. Contact Mrs Caroline LoderSymonds on 01227 831203 or www. dennehillfarms.co.uk. Email: caroline@dennehill.co.uk

SMP EVENTS HALLOWEEN SHOWJUMPING & SHOWING – B lue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www.smp-events. co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811 WDHC HALLOWEEN SHOWJUMPING –W arren Barn Farm. For details: www.wdhc.org.uk. 07763 13850 WEST END RC DRESSAGE –P lumpton College. www. westendridingclub.net S&D EQUITATION SHOW – (Halloween Theme). Priory EC., Frensham, Surrey. Contact by email: sanddequitation@gmail. com

1 November 2016 The Mane Show – Showing online. www.themaneshow.co.uk, info@ themaneshow.co.uk, also on fb CAPRICORN EQUESTRIAN DRESSAGE TRAINING DAY – Capricorn Farm, Eynsford, Kent. Full details email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian. co.uk

4 November 2016 COFFEE MORNING DEMO WITH JASON WEBB – 1 1am1pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

11 November 2016 BRITISH DRESSAGE AFF – Saddlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent.

Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www.saddlesdane.co.uk CAPRICORN EQUESTRIAN UNAFF DRESSAGE COMPETITION – Capricorn Farm, Eynsford, Kent. Full details email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian. co.uk

6 November 2016 COLETTE’S INDOOR SHOWJUMPING –W illow Farm, Faversham, Kent. www.cbequine.co.uk SPEEDGATE UNAFF COMBINED TRAINING – S peedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 01474 872313, www.speedgate. co.uk, events@speedgate.co.uk

9 November 2016 SMP EVENTS BRITISH DRESSAGE –B lue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www. smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811

10 November 2016 JASON WEBB CONFIDENCE RIDDEN CLINIC – 2 .30-4pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www.australianhorsetraining. co.uk JASON WEBB TRUST & RESPECT GROUNDWORCLINIC – 1 2.302.00pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

13 November 2016 WDHC XC HAVE A GO MINI COURSE –W arren Barn Farm. For details: www.wdhc.org.uk. 07763 13850 UNAFF DRESSAGE – S addlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent. Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www. saddlesdane.co.uk POSHNAGS SHOWING SOUTH EAST – W illow Farm, nr Faversham.

See www.poshnags.com, email: poshnags.com. 01233 713845

14 November 2016 ANDREW DAY CLINIC – S peedgate Farm, Fawkham. Please call Kim Atkinson 07834 170830 or kim@ gorsewood.plus.com CAPRICORN EQUESTRIAN JASON WEBB CLINIC – C apricorn Farm, Eynsford, Kent. Full details email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian. co.uk

16 November 2016 ERIDGE HUNT PC OPEN DRESSAGE COMPETITION – ( PC & Non PC Members) Bedgebury Park.

Schedules http://branches. pcuk.org/eridge or contact Fiona Whittington 01892 750002, fionawhitt@btinternet.com

17 November 2016 JASON WEBB SURGERY ONE TO ONE CLINIC – f rom 12.30pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

19 November 2016 CHELSHAM & BROMLEY RC EQUESTRIAN TABLE TOP SALE – S t Marks Church Hall, Biggin Hill TN16 3LB. Please fb or www.cbrc. org UNAFF INDOOR WINTER DRESSAGE SERIES – 5 .15pm start. Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Rd., Bexley, Kent DA5 2AW. Tel: 020 8300 3947, www. mountmascalstables.com

20 November 2016 POSHNAGS SHOWING SOUTH EAST – S addlesdane. See www. poshnags.com, email: poshnags. com. 01233 713845

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FAWKHAM & DRC WINTER DRESSAGE SERIES – A rrow Riding Centre, nr Darenth. Further details: www.fawkhamridingclub. com

22 November 2016 CAPRICORN EQUESTRIAN DRESSAGE TRAINING DAY – Capricorn Farm, Eynsford, Kent. Full details email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian. co.uk JASON WEBB YOUR HORSEMANSHIP.COM MEMBERS ONLY CLINIC – H ereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk INDOOR WINTER SHOWJUMPING SERIES – 5 .30pm start. Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Rd., Bexley, Kent DA5 2AW. Tel: 020 8300 3947, www. mountmascalstables.com

26 November 2016 SMP EVENTS BRITISH DRESSAGE –B lue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www. smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811

27 November 2016 WDHC MOCHUNT – V enue TBC. For details: www.wdhc.org.uk. 07763 13850 CAPRICORN EQUESTRIAN UNAFF DRESSAGE COMPETITION – Capricorn Farm, Eynsford, Kent. Full details email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian. co.uk WEST END RC DRESSAGE –P lumpton College. www. westendridingclub.net DENNE HILL CROSS COUNTRY RIDE OPEN DAY – W omenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD. Contact Mrs Caroline LoderSymonds on 01227 831203 or www. dennehillfarms.co.uk. Email: caroline@dennehill.co.uk UNAFF SHOWJUMPING – Saddlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent.

Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www.saddlesdane.co.uk

1 December 2016 The Mane Show – Showing online. www.themaneshow.co.uk, info@ themaneshow.co.uk, also on fb

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2 December 2016 COFFEE MORNING DEMO WITH JASON WEBB – 1 1am1pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

3 December 2016 UNAFF DRESSAGE – S addlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent. Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www. saddlesdane.co.uk

4 December 2016 COLETTE’S INDOOR SHOWJUMPING – Willow Farm, Faversham, Kent. www.cbequine.co.uk SMP EVENTS XMAS SHOWING SHOW – B lue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www.smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811 FAWKHAM & DRC WINTER DRESSAGE SERIES – A rrow Riding Centre, nr Darenth. Further details: www.fawkhamridingclub. com POSHNAGS SHOWING SOUTH EAST CHRISTMAS SHOW – Saddlesdane.

See www.poshnags.com, email: poshnags.com. 01233 713845

7 December 2016 SMP EVENTS BRITISH DRESSAGE – Blue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www. smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811

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SMP EVENTS XMAS SHOWJUMPING –B lue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www. smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811 POSHNAGS SHOWING SOUTH EAST CHRISTMAS SHOW – Willow Farm, nr Faversham. See www.poshnags. com, email: poshnags.com. 01233 713845 WDHC XMAS SHOWJUMPING Warren Barn Farm. For details: www.wdhc.org.uk. 07763 13850

12 December 2016 ANDREW DAY CLINIC – S peedgate Farm, Fawkham. Please call Kim Atkinson 07834 170830 or kim@ gorsewood.plus.com

15 December 2016 JASON WEBB SURGERY ONE TO ONE COACHING – f rom 12.30 onwards at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

16 December 2016 JASON WEBB YOUR HORSEMANSHIP.COM MEMBERS ONLY CLINIC – H ereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

17 December 2016 BRITISH DRESSAGE AFF – Saddlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent.

Sec: Victoria Birt 07912 014970. www.saddlesdane.co.uk

18 December 2016 COLETTE’S SPECIAL CHRISTMAS SHOW – W illow Farm, Faversham, Kent. www.cbequine.co.uk

JASON WEBB TRUST & RESPECT GROUNDWORCLINIC – 1 2.302.00pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www. australianhorsetraining.co.uk

WDHC BOXING DAY MOCHUNT – Chelsham. For details: www.wdhc. org.uk. 07763 13850

JASON WEBB CONFIDENCE RIDDEN CLINIC – 2 .30-4pm at Hereford Cottage, Risebridge Farm, Goudhurst, Kent TN17 1HN Details: www.australianhorsetraining. co.uk

PONY DAY – S quirrells Riding School, Common Rd., Bluebell Hill ME5 9RG. Call Hayley 07713 323968. 01634 681000. Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www. squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

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10 December 2016 SMP EVENTS XMAS DRESSAGE – Blue Barn EC., Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3DH. Visit www. smp-events.co.uk. Secretary: 43 Wittersham Close, Walderslade, Kent ME5 7NA. 07950 704811

11 December 2 016 UNAFF SHOWJUMPING – Saddlesdane EC., Faversham, Kent.

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1. The Toggi Chinook Winter Riding Boots are handmade boots

designed to provide ultimate warmth and support during the winter riding season. They are constructed in ballistic nylon and water repellent leather look material, and have a breathable polar fleece lining to keep your feet warm, dry and fresh. RRP: £100.00

2. The Horseware Neon Corrib Jacket features Hi-Vis tape for added

safety making it ideal for riding out when it’s a bit darker or those winter mornings on the yard. It has a waterproof and breathable outer with warm fleece lining and features a concealed hood and an adjustable drawstring at the hem. Approved to EN 471 standard. RRP: £63.95 3. The Weatherbeeta ComFiTec Plus Dynamic Combo Neck Medium is a comfortable and durable rug packed full of great features for

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winter, at an unbeatable price. It features reflective strips on the front of each side and on the tail flap for added visibility in the field as well as a memory foam wither pad to prevent rubbing. RRP: £94.99 4. The SealSkinz Performance Winter Riding Gloves are ideal for riding out in colder, wetter conditions. Featuring a highly breathable membrane and a greater level of insulation for increased warmth without moisture build-up. These are the ultimate winter gloves!

RRP: £44.99 5. Keep your toes warm with the Tuffa Whopper Socks! They are super stretchy for legs of all shapes and sizes. They are made of a luxurious merino wool mix and feature a padded foot for that extra bit of comfort. RRP: £14.99

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6. The Toggi Alegra Riding Coat is a versatile longer length ladies coat designed to give elegant yet effective waterproof protection, whilst still retaining breathability. Perfect for either in or out of the saddle, this 3/4 length coat is constructed in a sleek fabric and features high gloss gold trims. The curved hem, with it’s ingenious zipped back vent, and the two way front zip, ensure freedom of movement and an easy fit over the saddle. RRP: £150.00 7. Be seen this winter with the Equisafety Mercury Wraparound Rug, which has traditional high visibility coupled with the new mercury flash fabric. With an adjustable and removable neck band this also has a Tail guard, leg straps, exclusive girth vent, pocket and attachments for flashing LEDs. RRP: £69.99

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8. These Musto Snug Jodhpurs are breathable, windproof, waterrepellent, quick drying and fast wicking, so you’ll stay incredibly comfortable in these jods over winter. RRP: £100.00 9. No more hairy horses! The Lister Star Clippers are a powerful and effcient clipper with a 45W motor for fast, professional clipping. They maintain a constant speed even in areas where the coat becomes particularly thick or dirty. RRP: £305.00 10. The Weatherbeeta ComFiTec PP Channel Quilt Standard Heavy is constructed with a 600 denier polypropylene quilted outer keeping your horse warm and comfortable in the winter months. RRP: £69.99

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DIARY EVENTS EVENT OF PREVIEW

OLYMPIA HORSE SHOW THE WORLD'S BEST EQUESTRIAN CHRISTMAS PARTY 13TH-19TH DECEMBER

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ickets are selling out fast for the unmissable Olympia, The London

International Horse Show which is coming back bigger and better than ever from 13th to 19th December 2016.

Olympia, The London International Horse Show 2016 is predicted to sell out in record time following the announcement of some fantastic enhancements and familiar favourites, which are sure to entice spectators from all over the globe to head to the iconic Kensington Olympia, where for seven days, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best equestrian stars

driving, dressage and show jumping, all of which will feature the top ranked athletes in the sport. The Reem Acra FEI World CupTM Dressage leg will kick off the FEI World CupTM action on the 13th and 14th December, with The FEI World CupTM Driving leg presented by Dodson & Horrell a feature on the 16th and 17th December. Rounding off the medley of elite sporting competitions, The Longines FEI World CupTM Jumping leg presented by H&M is set to provide a world-class spectacle on 18th December.

will compete under one roof.

Supporting these feature events will

On the back of last year's spectacular,

the infamous Christmas Puissance,

which saw over 90,000 equestrian fans attend the jam-packed event, extra seats have been added to allow even more spectators to enjoy the vast array of sporting and display action.

The show will be the climax of the 2016 equestrian sporting calendar, as the competitors look to end the Olympic year in style and will once again host 10

three FEI World CupTM events in

be a schedule of top-class action, from always a family favourite to the Olympia Grand Prix, which will provide a fitting conclusion to the week of top-class sport, as the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best show jumpers look to see off 2016 with their best performances yet.

Further enhancing the spectator experience will be a thrilling line-up of international display acts, from old Horsemart

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favourites such as The Shetland Pony Grand National, The Household Cavalry and The Kennel Club Dog Agility to more newly introduced spectacles due to be announced later in the year.

There will also be a much anticipated return for some of Britain’s best jockeys from the world of horseracing, in a Jockey’s Challenge that is sure to set the crowd alight.

In between the exhilarating equestrian action, spectators can explore the extensive shopping village, enhanced for 2016 with larger walkways and innovative product finders to help make a more efficient shopping

celebration of equestrianism and we work hard to bring a variety of displays to the event each year. This year we are delighted to be bringing a new display to Olympia which, combined with the Lusitanos, will bring high levels of entertainment for the audience and will complement the worldclass competitions in Dressage, Show Jumping and Carriage Driving. It is very exciting to have such an impressive line-up at Olympia this year.”

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experience. Inside the revitalised shopping village, visitors will discover over 220 pop-up shops selling a whole array of luxury goods and equestrian must-haves, along with a fantastic selection of bars and restaurants, with something to please the whole family.

Show Director, Simon BrooksWard said: “Olympia, The London International Horse Show is a Winter 2016

Buy your tickets online at: www.olympiahorseshow.com 0871 230 5580 Groups Booking Number: 0844 412 4650 (calls cost 7p per minute plus network extras).

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TRAINING FEATURE

LUNGEING THE EQUIAMI WAY

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f you are lungeing your horse for rehabilitation, for gymnastic fitness

or just general suppleness there

are things you can do to enhance your results and things to avoid that are

to softly take the contact forwards, encouraging relaxation of the underneck muscles and activates the top-line muscles is important. Taking away any fixed points removes the

unhelpful.

opportunity for the horse to lean so

Side reins and other ‘front-end’ aids do

balance is the order of the day. It is

little more than put the horse on the forehand and give him a crutch to lean

lovely to see how easily the horse can work once all crutches are removed

on. To get the horse working over his

and balance is achieved.

back, stepping actively through from

The EquiAmi lunge aid was developed

behind and lightening the forehand it is important to remind the horse to use his hindquarters. Some recommend a tail bandage around the quarters but this is a flawed method as a fixed pressure, whether light or heavy, is soon ignored. If you put on a belt or wristwatch you feel it for about 30 seconds then the constant nerve stimulation causes the nerves to switch off so you become desensitised to the watch or belt. A loose, dangly bracelet, on the other hand, constantly reminds you of its presence so it makes sense to use a lunge aid that constantly moves a little and keeps reminding the horse to step through more.

A light, communicating and equal contact that encourages the horse

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with these things in mind. Having a self-centring front section that keeps the horse in a soft equal contact also makes lungeing easier for the handler.

It means that no adjustment is needed for rein changes and that you don’t need to keep the sides level or equal as they always will be as they form a loop. You can swiftly move from going large to spiralling and polework knowing that the contact will remain equal and there’s no danger of the horse being stuck in the wrong bend.

The small safety loop prevents the hind leg action affecting the mouth whilst allowing communication around the horse. Avoid lungeing from the bit as this detracts from the equal contact and can result in nose-tilt.

Now that EquiAmi has made lungeing easier you can develop exercises to enhance suppleness, lightness and core strength. Lots of transitions, rein changes, spiralling, pole work and raised pole work all add variety and make lungeing more of a fun activity whilst bringing about physical changes that will really help your horse under saddle. Starting with a square of four poles about 12 m apart you can work around them then shorten your rein and move to a corner so the horse works a few times over a smaller circle to include two poles. Adding more poles over time increases the hind limb activity and lifting of the shoulders and back whilst developing core strength.

Essentially we are putting the equine athlete in the gym in the same way as any human athlete would use the gym to improve their performance and core strength.

Changing the ‘menu’ and reorganising activities are key to having a happy, attentive horse. www.equiami.com 01584 891049 enquiries@equiami.com

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EQUIAMI LUNGE AIDS & CAVESSONS The choice of professionals A lunge aid that does what it says simply and effectively.

Our award winning cavesson that is kind, lightweight and easy to use plus our new fleece rollers Great endorsements from top riders, trainers and therapists for back health and core strength Extensively used for kissing spine rehabilitation

Working in harmony with horses and people "I have no hesitation in recommending the EquiAmi - it is an essential piece of kit in the producing of any kind of horse. Our horse - Cooley Rorkes Drift - was 9th at the Olympic Games in Rio. The EquiAmi has played a significant part in his development.

Without doubt it helps us keep him soft, supple and above all in self carriage."

- Jonty Evans | OLYMPIC RIDER

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VETERINARY FEATURE

BACK PAIN & KISSING SPINES T

he back is a complex structure in

spacing of the dorsal spinous

processes (ODSP) is diagnosed by

the horse and one that receives

processes is dependent on the horse’s

X-rays of the horses’s back. The X-ray

considerable attentions,

conformation. If adjacent DSPs are

below shows DSPs that are touching

especially as it is what we sit on. Given

touching they are considered to be

and the bone has remodelled as a

the detailed anatomy and number of

‘impinging’; if they are overlapping

result of this. However horses with no

people ready to offer an opinion,

they are ‘over-riding’. Severely

signs of back pain or poor

(physiotherapists, chiropractors,

affected DSP’s will show signs of

performance can have kissing spines

saddlers, healers, acupuncturist,

change in bone density (sclerosis).

and the degree of pain felt by an

riders, and vets) back pain can cause a

individual horse has no correlation

lot of confusion and frustration. The

with the severity of the x-ray changes.

back (spine) consists of five regions,

Therefore we need to determine the

cervical (neck), thoracic (18 vertebrae

significance of the changes seen on

from the withers to end of the rib

X-ray. This can be done by either

cage) lumbar (5-6 vertebrae forming

performing a nuclear scintigraphic

the lower back, which finishes at the

(bone) scan or by infiltrating the

pelvis), sacrum (behind the pelvis) and

radiologically suspicious areas with

coccygeal (tail). This article focuses on

local anaesthetic. The clinical signs of

the thoracolumbar spine as this is where most “back problems” arise, however it must be remembered that all regions of the back are connected and a problem at one site will have an impact on the rest of the spine.

The next image is of the horse’s back bone (vertebrae), the hole in the middle is where the spinal cord is located. Each vertebra has a dorsal spinous process (DSP), this is the bony blade going upwards. In the “normal” spine there is a gap between these DSPs (approximately 4mm). The

Back pain is incredibly difficult to diagnose and can present as a variety of vague poor performance signs including; difficulty being tacked up, rearing and bucking when ridden, poor jumping or bucking afterwards, reduced stride length in front and behind, reduced hindlimb impulsion

back pain are best seen or felt when ridden so assessing the horse under saddle after blocking the back will give you and your vet an idea of the significance of the impingement seen on X-rays. Below is an image of a bone Bone Scan

and stiffness, poor flexion through the spine, a rocking horse action in canter or disuniting and or bunny hopping in canter. If the problem persists the horse will lose muscle off the top line and may develop compensatory problems such as hind limb lameness

HOT SPOT

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scan of a back and you can see a

regimes to raise both core and back

“hot spot” where there is more bone

strength, lifting the horse’s back to

activity in that area of the spine.

resolve spinal crowding. Corticosteroid can be injected directly into close or

The exact cause is unknown, but

overriding spaces, or can be injected

horses with short backs, excessively

into the muscle of the back. The aim

extended backs due to poor

being to reduce inflammation and

conformation, horses subject to

elevate pain to allow the horse to

repetitive flexion-extension

complete its exercises to strengthen

movements (e.g. jumping horses) or

core and back muscles. A tailored

horses with an extended back posture

exercise programme can be developed

due to concurrent lameness may be

with plenty of walking exercises using

predisposed to the condition.

trotting poles, long reigning and

Not all horses with sore backs have

Pessoa. Shockwave therapy can help

kissing spines, but it is considered the

elevate back pain and acupuncture can

commonest cause of back pain. There

be of benefit and should be

are numerous muscles and ligaments

investigated as should qualified and

along the back and muscle soreness

certified physiotherapists and

or ligament inflammation can cause

chiropractors. If either your vet,

back pain without kissing spines.

physiotherapist or chiropractor feel

Treating a horse with back pain with

the saddle may be an issue then

or without kissing spines has common

having your saddle assessed by a

principals focused around exercise

qualified saddler is critical.

There are three types of surgery for kissing spines and your surgeon will guide you through those options.

Surgery is considered a last resort but does have good results for return to athletic function. It must be remembered that horse’s with kissing spines horses are not usually painful when at pasture and so turning your horse way for a prolonged period of time maybe all thats needed or permanent retirement can be considered. At the Arundel Equine Hospital we have both nuclear scintigraphy and radiology allowing our dedicated team of surgeons to investigate any potential back problems your may have. We also have the ability to offer shock wave therapy, articular facet medication and many other conservative therapies. We also have the surgical facilities to carry out interspinous ligament desmotomy or DSP resection if required.

Xray of impinging and overriding DSP

www.arundelhorsevets.co.uk 01903 883050 Winter 2016

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WORMING FEATURE PRODUCT FOCUS

MANAGING TAPEWORM BURDENS IN HORSES • THE HORSE TAPEWORM

faeces. Tapeworm burdens can be diagnosed using either a

Tapeworm burdens are a threat to horse health as they are associated with various types of colic and intestinal obstruction. The presence of a tapeworm burden also causes local chronic inflammation which can lead to lesions in the

blood or a saliva test which both detect tapeworm-specific antibodies present in the sample. The EquiSal Tapeworm saliva test has been developed by experienced scientists at Austin Davis Biologics Ltd to reliably detect tapeworm burdens.

intestinal wall.

It works like a blood test, but instead, uses saliva that you

Horse tapeworms require an intermediate host, a tiny mite

or moderate/high tapeworm burdens with high accuracy and

which lives on the pasture, to complete their life cycle. The horse ingests the infected mites whilst grazing and tapeworms subsequently develop within a small region of the gut, the ileocaecal junction. Adult tapeworms release eggs which get passed onto the pasture and ingested by oribatid mites and the cycle starts again.

collect yourself. The test is proven to diagnose low, borderline recommends whether you need to worm or not. Scientific validation of the test has been published in the veterinary journal, Veterinary Clinical Pathology.

• INCORPORATING TAPEWORM TESTING IN YOUR WORM CONTROL PROGRAMME It is important to avoid routine worming strategies as this can

• DETECTING TAPEWORM BURDENS Although tapeworm eggs can sometimes be detected in worm egg counts, this method is unreliable as the eggs are released in specialised packets rather than spread throughout the

cause worms to build up resistance, enabling them to survive worming. A suitable worm control programme should include regular worm egg counts, together with EquiSal Tapeworm testing every 6 months. Horses only need worming if testing identifies that the horse has a worm burden. Despite this

testing regime, encysted redworm should be treated routinely

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every winter.

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More than 18,000 horses have now been tested with EquiSal Tapeworm and only a quarter of these require worming.

EquiSal Tapeworm is endorsed by veterinary consultants at Bransby Horses who use the test as part of their worm control strategy. In addition, Tim Stockdale, leading international showjumper, endorses the use of EquiSal Tapeworm, he

• Test every 6 months as part of your worm control programme (tapeworms cannot be

comments “I take my horses’ welfare very seriously and this

• Current statistics show that 77% of horses do not need worming for tapeworm

sense. Healthy horses make winners.”

reliably detected by egg counts)

professional scientific approach to diagnosing worm burdens is the way forward. For me, using Equisal Tapeworm makes total

To test for tapeworm, all you need to do is use an EquiSal Tapeworm kit to collect saliva from your horse using the specially designed swab and return it to the lab using the freepost bag included with the kit. Results are emailed to you along with a worming recommendation.

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For more information contact: enquiries@equisal.com

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Olympic Event Rider

GEMMA TATTERSALL 2016 has been a year that most event riders can only dream of, for Gemma Tattersall. From being the highest placed British rider at Badminton Horse Trials, to her Rio selection with Quicklook V. We caught up with Olympic event rider, at her West Sussex base.

You’ve been riding since a very young

What’s the one moment in Rio that will

to work with some amazing people, but

age, but what was the moment

stick with you forever? That’s a tricky one

when you knew you wanted to be a

especially my Mum. She drives the truck,

as I will cherish the whole experience

and sings very loudly and occasionally

professional event rider? My mother owned a riding school, so as soon as I could walk I was riding. I loved it and by the time I was 8 had won the Riding Club Junior (U17) Dressage Championship and my first one day event. When I realised it was a career option, I knew it was the

forever. I think one moment which I will never forget is riding into the main arena to do my dressage test. Everything I’d been working for had suddenly arrived. It was a superb moment and I was so proud to be representing Team GB.

only thing that I wanted to do.

Tell us a bit about your horses, who is

Where were you when you got the call

to have a favourite although secretly it is

to say you were on the Olympic team?

I was in my lorry almost home from the final selection training. It was pouring with rain, I was with my Mum and we both shed a tear or two! I’d had a superb start to 2016, but it was such a dream

your favourite? I am not really allowed Chico Bella, she is a complete darling and so wonderful to ride. Arctic Soul is the most incredible machine across country.

Quicklook has the biggest character and makes us all laugh. I love them all!

(but not often!) in tune. She LOVES being mistaken for my sister, which happens an awful lot (I am not quite so keen when that happens!) She helps with the horses at events and walks courses with me. She has always been my number one fan, and is my chief advisor, my best friend.

What does the future hold for Team Tattersall? The plan is to keep working hard and hopefully continue representing GB at Championships. I’m going to develop my string of horses over winter, in preparation for the 2017 season. I want to win medals, so this

come true to get that call. It made all

What is your secret weapon? My team – I

will always be in my mind and what the

our hard work so worthwhile.

couldn’t do it without them. I am blessed

whole team is working towards.

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BEHAVIOUR FEATURE

STEREOTYPIC BEHAVIOUR The Disease of Domestication

rom crib-biting to lip-licking, wood-chewing to weaving,

F

Furthermore, horses which show one form of stereotypic

stereotypic behaviours have never been observed in

behaviour have a greater chance of displaying a second one,

free-ranging feral horses. Yet, 15% of domestic equines

than do normal horses.

display at least one of these abnormal behaviours. Captive

EXAMINING FACTORS

wild equids, such as zebras, have also been observed displaying this behaviour. What is it about our domestic environment which causes horses to behave in this way?

Prevalence in Thoroughbreds is high, with more of these horses demonstrating weaving and crib-biting than in any other breed. Whilst research attempts to clarify if this is purely management-related, or if breeding itself plays a part,

THE ROOTS OF STEREOTYPY Defined as an abnormal repetitive behaviour with no obvious function or goal, stereotypic behaviours are prevalent in horses across the Globe. Although often regarded by owners as an outlet for 'boredom', the true underlying causes are more complex than this. Many researchers believe stereotypys, commonly referred to as 'stable vices', allow

the fact that many Thoroughbreds have been raced and therefore subjected to intensive management practices means that this distinction is difficult.

Training-specific management practices are also known to influence horses involved in other sports. During a study across three disciplines, a higher occurrence of stereotypy was reported in Dressage and Eventing horses than in

horses to cope with the stresses of domestic management.

Endurance horses. This was thought to be related to the

Whilst there may be a vast array of abnormal repetitive

with Endurance horses training for longer periods. However,

behaviours seen in horses, the origin of these is not random.

Domestic equines, whilst having the capacity to show the wide range of normal behaviours displayed by their freeranging counterparts, now exist in highly controlled environments. This means that the opportunity to carry out their full range of behaviours is greatly reduced. For example, wild equids have evolved to forage a variety of plants to satisfy their diets. Yet domestic horses are often stabled with a single type of roughage and turned out in fields where many plants have been removed to prioritise to grass growth. Whilst the dietary requirement for horses to forage has been largely removed, the behavioural motivation still exists. Lack of opportunity to carry out this behaviour causes continual frustration for these horses.

Scientists believe that each stereotypic behaviour has either an oral or a locomatory basis. Oral stereotypic behaviours include crib-biting, windsucking and repetitive licking, to name a few. Locomotary-based stereotypys include weaving, box-walking and door-kicking. Oral stereotypys are thought to be rooted in feed-related frustrations and locomotary stereotypys considered to be movement-based aggravations.

However, the inter-connectedness of their causing factors mean that they cannot be categorised completely separately.

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amount of time spent outside of the stable during training, a greater prevalence of box-walking was recorded in Endurance horses, possibly due to the physiological reward of movement or a lower level of familiarisation with the stabled environment.

Commonly, one of the earliest stressful events shown to induce stereotypy is weaning. Since Isolation and confinement can both cause stereotypy and these stressors often feature during the weaning process, this can be a contributory event.

Equids are not alone in their exhibition of stereotypy. This type of behaviour also exists in a host of other captive animals. Examples of this includes tongue-rolling in cows, bar-mouthing in gerbils, back-flipping in chinchillas and cage-pacing in tigers. Whilst scientists are cautious about over-extrapolating from one species to another, similarities do exist and it is well accepted that these behaviours often appear following confinement or isolation.

COMBATING STEREOTYPY Stereotypic behaviour has been an issue in horse management for as long as humans have been caring for horses in captivity. However, traditional methods for Horsemart

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About the Author Louise Napthine is an Equine Science Writer and Qualified Equestrian Coach. She has over 20 years experience with horses, supported by a strong theoretical foundation. Qualified to Postgraduate level, Louise has a Bachelors Degree in Equine Studies and a Masters in Equine Health and Welfare. With her business â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Why Do Horsesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, she delivers training and education nationwide.

treatment of stereotypic behaviours continue to be a welfare concern. Traditional interventions include fitting a cribbing collar as a physical preventative, applying sour tasting gel to surfaces as a deterrent, use of electric shock and installing anti-weaving bars. However, when considered alongside the root causes, thwarting a stereotypic behaviour without addressing any underlying issues appears not only callous but is also likely to exacerbate any issues.

Whilst many equestrians fear stereotypic behaviours can be learnt from one horse to another and so seek to limit exposure to this, there is very little scientific evidence that these behaviours are learnt by observation. It is more widely accepted that horses which are housed within the same environment are subjected to similar stressors and so multiple horses may display behavioural anomalies within the same yard environment. Ironically, isolating horses is likely to increase their own motivation to carry out this behaviour, rather than reduce it.

Scientists instead encourage owners to enrich the horse's environment as a method to combat stereotypic behaviour.

Whilst there is likely no cure, application of enrichment has been shown to considerably reduce the occurrence of stereotypy. Enrichment also plays a key role in the prevention of its development. Steps such as increasing the provision of roughage, introducing more than one roughagefeeding location and providing multiple types of roughage

Arguably the most valuable method of eliminating the stresses of isolation is the implementation of group housing.

More common overseas, particularly in Germany, group housing horses allows a range of normal social behaviour and, as such, reduces stereotypy.

SPOT-LIGHT ON WELL-BEING Sometimes the performance of stereotypic behaviours can get separated from their original causing factors. Therefore, even when welfare is improved, a horse may continue to perform the repetitive behaviour. This is called 'emancipation'.

In some cases, abnormal repetitive behaviours become emancipated and the horse continues to carry out the repetitive behaviour, even following increased enrichment.

Scientists suggest that, contrary to the inclination to cease any management changes, enrichment efforts should continue since these will enhance the well-being of the horse, even if this is not evidenced by behaviour change.

Terminology used to describe horse behaviour is important.

More than a complex labelling system, language portrays and develops attitudes. Leading Welfare Scientists express concern that the outdated term 'stable vice' is a misnomer which directs a negative focus towards the horse itself, rather than towards the management issues which create this behaviour. As such, Scientists seek to phase out the term 'stable vice', replacing it with the terminology described in

have been shown to reduce stereotypy.

this article.

Lengthening the time takes a horse to consume roughage

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can also reduce incidence of stereotypy. Slow-feeders, such as a hay trough with a regulator, are shown to increase

It is often expressed that domestication has changed the

feeding times as well as reduce stereotypy.

needs of modern horses, but research shows that domestic

Use of stable toys is increasing. Research demonstrates that

Overall, the issue of stereotypy is complex, but rarely is one

foraging devices such as treat-balls can reduce behavioural anomalies by increasing foraging behaviour, extending feeding periods and generally increasing occupation time.

Forage blocks can also offer alternative roughage sources.

horses are not so different to their free-ranging counterparts. single causing factor to blame. The key to reducing stereotypy lies in increasing opportunities to express normal horse behaviour. However, permanent cure is illusive and so prevention through enrichment is, by far, the better option.

In addressing isolation, stable mirrors have been shown to reduce stereotypy. Researchers attribute this to either creating the presence of 'another horse' or generally providing a distraction.

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HORSE BEDDING

TYPES OF HORSE BEDDING STRAW

WOOD PELLETS

Seen as an old fashioned bedding material and is one of the

These are made from heat-treated and compact sawdust.

cheapest beddings on the market. Straw is considered the

To use them, water has to be added to fluff them up and

best bedding for foaling as shavings can stick to the foal and

increase their absorbency. They are seen as a cost effective

can carry a risk of infection if small particles get within the

bedding, with some people only adding in one bale per week

loal or mare.

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- One of the cheapest beddings - Rots down to produce garden manure - Aesthetically pleasing - Best for foaling mares

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- Can be messy to store - Quickly makes a large muck heap - Can be expensive to dispose of - Horses can be allergic to it - Horses do like to eat it

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- Eco-friendly - High absorbency - Composes quicker than shavings or straw - Cost effective - No dust

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- Can be slippery whilst still in pellet form - Need to add water when the bedding is put down, which adds time

PAPER

WOOD SHAVINGS

This tends to be a mixture of newspaper, magazine and

Purpose-produced shavings are a popular type of bedding,

other unwanted printed matter. It is often considered to be a cheaper option, but a large number of bales may be needed to create a thick bed. It is also worth considering cardboard, which has similar advantages to paper but is heavier and less

but the quality can vary enormously — particularly with regards to dust content. It is important that you only buy shavings that have been specifically produced as animal bedding.

likely to blow around the yard.

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- Dust-free and non-palatable — a good choice for allergy-suffering horses - Produces a warm bed - Wrapped bales are clean and easy to handle and store

- Can be costly - To start a bed it can take five bales, and then one or two bales a week for a horse that is stabled at night - Easily blown around, producing an untidylooking yard - Disposal can be a problem - Care has to be taken to ensure bed does not become soggy

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- Non-palatable - Widely available - Wrapped bales are clean and easy to handle and store

- Can be difficult to dispose of – shavings take much longer to rot down - Needs constant removal of droppings and care has to be taken to ensure the bed does not become wet, causing a build up of ammonia - Cheaper brands can contain high dust levels - Price can fluctuate

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HORSE BEDDING

W

e look at various equine bedding materials

to provide your horse with a clean,

comfortable stable. Have you often wondered about other bedding materials for your horse?

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll walk you through the choices of equine materials and the criteria for choosing the horse bedding that will work best for you and your horse.

HEMP

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the cost of your bedding give you sleepless nights

Bedding material made from the chopped stems of hemp is a great alternative to shavings and paper. Hemp bedding is growing in popularity, as it is cost effective and great for deep littering.

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- More absorbent than shavings - Dust-free and non-palatable - Light and easy to muck out - Rapidly breaks down to make good compost - Wrapped bales are clean and easy to handle and store

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- Bales are relatively expensive and the initial cost of bedding down are off-putting - Manufacturers claim that long-term use make it competitively economical

RUBBER MATTING Wall-to-wall rubber matting or tiles developed as a complete horse bed. This provides a soft layer for the horses, a small amount of bedding can be used on top to soak up any wet.

It also provides extra grip for horses getting up and down in their stables, which is thought to minimise the risk of injuries.

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- Provides a comparatively soft non-slip base, guarding against capped hocks and other knocks.

- Easy to muck out and can be hosed down - Is thought to keep a stable slightly warmer

Investing in affordable luxury Once you have set your Aubiose bed, it will only need topping up every five to fourteen days (depending on the horse/pony). Liquids are soaked up in a small area and are retained there, so there is less chance of wet material mixing with the rest of the bed.

The top layer remains warm, soft and dry.

Aubiose is an excellent compost material which breaks down rapidly and keeps the muck heap to a minimum.

Managed correctly, Aubiose will save you both time and money.

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- Initial cost to buy the matting - Not aesthetically pleasing - Can be slow to dry in the winter

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EQUESTRIAN BEDDING Riding Down the Price Holley’s is a family run company that specialises in the equestrian bedding market. The company is now in the fourth generation and still growing.

We have recently opened another depot which is situated in Hertfordshire, this depot enables us to cover a larger area that we currently don’t deliver too.

Our team is totally committed to offering an unrivalled knowledge, expertise and service, we pride ourselves on the personal care we give our customers. This helps us to provide consistent quality and price

of all our products. We can deliver a minimum of 36 bales; up to a full wagon and drag load so no job is too small or big for our delivery team. We can place your bales on a wrapped pallet and put them where ever you wish with ease due to our lorry mounted forklifts, this enables us to deliver to more customers in a day making sure no one has to wait too long for their delivery.

Shavings, Budget Shavings or Sawdust we have it all. Our products are manufactured to the highest quality and all off our woodshaving products are made specifically from pine or spruce trees from certified PEFC/ FSC forests. The utmost care is taken to remove dust, debris & impurities, it is so important to us that these impurities are removed to protect the horse’s respiratory systems which can be damaged when breathing in dust and other debris. We aim to supply the best products to each and every one of our customers.

We have a large variety of products too suit all our customers’ needs whether it be; Large Shavings, Small

The Largest Woodshaving & Sawdust Supplier in the South East of England.

Thousands of bales sold every week, small, large ot mixed flakes we have it all!

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HORSEBOX FEATURE

THE 3.5 TONNE HORSEBOX BUYERS GUIDE We’ve had more people than ever buying and selling 3.5 tonne horseboxes on Horsemart.co.uk. We’ve taken a look at some of the best on the market, and answered some of the most popular questions.

I

t’s unsurprising that these small, convenient lorries have

Travelling time is often overlooked, but it is key to

rocketed in popularity in recent years. Not only can you

remember that travelling a horse is in fact ‘work’ for them.

drive a 3.5 tonne lorry on a standard car licence, but they

A horse will use a lot of energy whilst travelling holding

also add a bit of luxury to days at shows, with their living

balance, and through adrenaline. It is paramount to

space and features. More importantly, it is thought that they

performance that they have a good journey to their event,

give a smoother rider for the horses, making their

and in turn it is also important to give the horse a

experience comfortable and safe.

comfortable ride home to ensure they have a good recovery.

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Bloomfields is the european leading brand in 3.5 tonne horseboxes. These lorries are stylish, economical and has your horses safety at the forefront of their designs. Bloomfield’s horseboxes are designed and built fit for purpose, using strict quality assurance guidelines. For instance the in house fibre glass technicians have created luxury smooth, edge free, reinforced tack lockers, wheel arch covers, and fully moulded sliding partition - a UK 3.5 tonne horsebox first. Giving outstanding strength, safety, and style.

Bloomfields also offers the upgrade to extended living space, giving even more luxury in your SL, SLE or Eventer model.

Alexanders Grand National lorry is ideal for those single horse owners who also want luxury travel and facilities at their disposal. The Alexanders Grand National is popular with its full overnight living and it includes seating for 3-4 people which pulls out to create a double bed, removable table, wardrobe, highline storage cupboards, gas hob and sink and it is finished in either light or dark oak with different levels of luxury. The horse area includes the self collapsing

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breast bar system, large opening windows for maximum ventilation and 2 external tack lockers for the saddles and bridles. It has 750kg payload on 3.5 tonne chassis but we can upgrade the horsebox to 3.9 tonne to allow 1200kg payload if you are carrying 2 horses.

If payload is your priority, then the Alexanders York model is ideal, with a payload of up to 2000kg depending on the features you select. It’s a stylish design, capable of 40mpg and comes with a 4 year Renault warranty.

The Oakley Sport 2 is also a popular choice. Oakley is a brand that has been around for many years, offering exceptional customer service. As Brian Oakley explains: “Our policy has always been to build boxes to individual customers requirements and this calls for very close co-operation from the drawing board to the finished product.

Working alongside our customers in this way has helped to forge long and lasting friendships and this has been a key to our company’s success”.

Dujardin: “I am delighted with my Boss - the layout is great - everything is where you need it. The box is so easy to drive and the horses are relaxed and comfortable while travelling and at the competition. I have seen many two horse boxes throughout Europe and I would choose no other” Foxy are another brand that has rocketed in popularity. Owned by the likes of racing trainer Richard Guest, these 3.5 tonne lorries are perfect for taking horses to events. Their unique stallion design, is perfect for unpredictable travellers and young horses as they do not have a breast bar. The horses are separated by either a full or 3/4 height padded partition and 2 full height grilled access doors (leading to the groom area) eliminating the need for a breast bar. The Foxy boxes also feature a low ramp, which is brilliant for difficult loaders.

[1] Bloomfield’s extended living area in a 3.5 tonne horsebox [2] Oakley Sport 2 3.5 tonne lorry

Boss Horseboxes are a brand much

[3] Boss Horsebox

admired by Olympian Charlotte

[4] Foxy Horsebox

WHAT IS PAYLOAD? Payload is the amount of weight your lorry can legally carry.

Everything needs to be taken into account - the horses, the tack, water, people, dogs; absolutely everything. If your box has a 1000kg payload, you need to add up the weight of your horse and everything else travelling within the box, [4]

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loomfields launched its first horsebox range in 2005, designed and built by founder Dean Moody. From humble beginnings, Dean built his first horsebox in the stable yard of his parents house (called Bloomfield), and has since gone from strength to strength. Now manufacturing horseboxes from a 12,000 square ft factory and employing over 25 of the industries most skilled and trained workforce. Being a horse owner from a young age and a trained vehicle body technician, Dean always strives to challenge the status quo of horsebox manufacture.

Bloomfields are now a world wide

can be sold across Europe without

recognised brand with an outstanding

further need for any inspection.

reputation for exceptional build

Proving that Bloomfields really are at

quality but still offering sensible

the forefront of our industry in quality

prices. Dean’s theory is not to spend

and safety.

money on fancy showrooms and expensive advertising, therefore keeping the prices realistic for our customers.

Approval, meaning that our horseboxes meet DEFRA standards for travelling horses in the UK up to 12 hours, with European DEFRA approvals catered for upon request.

Bloomfields are the ONLY UK 3.5T Horsebox manufacturer to be approved

by Renault Trucks. This means that Renault Trucks approve all aspects

Always striving to stay ahead with our

of our builds and endorse us as body

innovation, Bloomfields have a team

builders onto their Renault Master

of engineers and designers who create

Platform cabs. Renault Trucks are THE

new innovative features and test new

commercial vehicle specialists, dealing

materials to be sure that all of our

only in commercial vehicles, meaning

horseboxes are as strong and safe as

that they offer the best knowledge and

can be.

mechanical understanding possible for

We don’t just claim to have

the strongest of bulkheads... we prove it!

Not only do Bloomfields have an unrivalled knowledge in coach building, but we also have a life long wealth of knowledge of horses, from breeding

your horsebox.

to owning international showjumpers,

crash testing and approvals. A customer

At Bloomfields, safety is always at the

wouldn’t want to buy a car with no

forefront. That is why we have invested

horsebox from our range would best

certifications or testing, so why should

heavily into strength testing our

they be expected to by a horsebox with

bulkhead. Consisting of over 20 meters

non. Unfortunately out of the hundreds

of 50mm aluminium box section and

of UK 3.5T horsebox manufacturers

over 5m of aluminium weld, our full

currently trading, less than a handful

passenger safety cell is believed to be

have any accreditations, and even less

the strongest on the market.

Bloomfields have invested heavily into

have VCA European type approval.

STATUS who are part of the Manchester Metropolitan University,

At Bloomfields, safety is

always at the forefront.

tested our bulkhead to over four times ISO27956:2009 standards. Testing was forced to stop at this point as the machinery used was to its maximum

In conjunction with our VCA C.O.P (Conformity of Production) Bloomfields have VCA European Type Approval 2007/46/EC. Meaning that we have achieved the highest form of certification available for our horseboxes. Bloomfields horseboxes Winter 2016

testing capabilities. We don’t just claim to have the strongest of bulkheads... we prove it!

For extra peace of mind, Bloomfields have each individual vehicle inspected by the FTA (Freight Transport Association) and issued with a DEFRA

meaning that we can advise which suit each individual or horse.

In recent years Bloomfields have massively increased production, now producing upto 4 horseboxes a week, yet still boasting a healthy 10 months waiting list, with approximately 40% of horseboxes being exported to Europe.

Our rage offers horseboxes suitable for every horse and owner. Our new 5T Eventer is proving to be incredibly popular with people wanting to stay away at shows and our Professional for the more difficult of horses. We also offer a totally bespoke service where we can modify the horseboxes to suit all of our customers needs. www.bloomfields.co +44 (0) 1623869779 29

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Demonstrator boxes available for viewing please call 07720 845857 to book your appointment.

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orserail is a post and rail style fence that has been developed over the last 25 years to offer the highest standards of form, function, durability and most importantly safety. 3 Rails of Horserail have a breaking strain of 6 tons. The average cost of Horserail is just ÂŁ2.70 per meter per rail this includes the Horserail and the fixtures & fittings.

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Timber rails have long been used over the years requiring

Horserail is the future of equestrian fencing! It is proud to

annual maintenance - painting and repair. Horses that like to chew or wind suck can be a major problem, adding additional wire to electrify the rails adds additional costs to your fence. Timber rails are unforgiving and can be fatal if a horse hits at speed or puts it leg over the timber. Rails will eventually break leaving splinters and nails exposed.

Fencing with timber rails means that you will have to repair and maintain constantly because they rot, break and warp!

With the cost of timber constantly increasing so will your

boast a 30 year guarantee! It contains a UV stabilizer which prevents Horserail cracking and fading. It also contains an anti-moulding agent that helps prevent Horserail going green in damp weather. We have not had one single incident of an animal becoming injured or killed, in fact our customers have contacted us telling us that Horserail prevented an injury when their horse met the fence. Posts are recommended every 5M - less posts required compared to timber rails! Horses will not chew or crib the Horserail

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Horserail is manufactured from a premium polyethylene that is molecularly bonded to pre strung high tensile galvanised wires.

The result is a fence that is flexible enough to install easily, but rigid enough so as to eliminate the possibility of your horses becoming trapped or injured in the fence.

Hot-Top 3 Wire Top of Rail Electrifiable

Horserail is also electrifiable. We offer 3 types of Horserail as shown in the 3 pictures above. The highly conductive compound strip that is incased into the Horserail conducts the electric current. For any rail that you wish to electrify we simply supply insulated brackets.

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All the hardware that comes with Horserail is double coated; galvanized and powder coated preventing them from rusting and failing. Efficient and quick installation. No sharp edges. It does not expose any wire to the elements, preventing the product from failing.

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THIS MONTH HORSEMART TRIED AND TESTED THE MICROPERFORMANCE+ ADVANCED SADDLE PAD â&#x20AC;˘ PRODUCT TRIED: Microperformance+ Advanced Saddle Pad, in size full.

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I highly reccomend this saddle pad,

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particularly to anyone with a horse that

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does get hot. It keeps the saddle in

detail, adding a touch of luxury. I

place nicely and keeps the horse cool,

was concerned that it would be quite

whilst looking smart.â&#x20AC;?

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wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that case and my saddle fit was unaltered. It has a great mesh

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The only thing I would like to see, is a wider choice of colours, it would be nice to have some brighter designs.

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HORSES FOR SALE HORSES FOR SALE

, 16.2 HH, MARE

2 YRS 5 MONTHS, 14.3 HH, FILLY £5,500

Cambridgeshire

To make 16.2h Black gelding born June 2014 by Flammengold out of a quality dressage mare by Magic Boy. Elegant with long legs and real...

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07788 437258

0 YRS 5 MONTHS, 13.4 HH

Check this beautiful girl out.WG Candy Floss a truly stunning blagdon filly she will be 3yr old may 2017, to mature to 15hh/15.1hh in the...

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07891101759

8 YRS, 14.2 HH, GELDING

£3,400

Tyne & Wear

5 year old bay Connemara gelding 147cm. Henry is all rounder with a very scopey jump will jump a 1meter course with ease. Perfect in...

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07548280937

0 YRS 6 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, GELDING 0 YRS 4 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, COLT £2,990

Colt foal for sale by the Olympic show jumping stallion Bubalu VDL out of a mare by Sandro Z that competed at 1.30m level. This...

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07749498152

3 YRS, 16.2 HH, MARE Kent

07934 819332

1 YRS 2 MONTHS, 15.2 HH, FILLY Powys

£900

Mystic Mandy stable name Mandy is a smart Black and White filly with strikingly unique markings. Who will mature to approximatley 15HH to 15.2HH. Mandy...

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44 8

Angelo- 2010 bay gelding by Acorn (Elderberry Blue) ex Syrian Magic. A grandson of our delightful Elderberry Blue. He is such a sweet horse with...

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01404 42334

0 YRS 9 MONTHS, 14.4 HH £9,750

**Future GP Prospect** - I AM SPECIAL EVO Unbelievably talented 3 year old mare by Entertainer (Warrant) X Carambole 163-165cm • This lovely mare really...

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£4,500

Devon

01547 529163

Hi I have a 14.2hh gypsy cob for part loan. He’s good to catch load for the vet and farrier.

He’s a laid back type...

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07920420388

0 YRS 5 MONTHS, MARE £400

Cue Bernice aka Grace Grace is a 6yr old sec a. Shes a little sweetheart. Grace didn’t get a great start to motherhood. I bought...

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£295

South Yorkshire

ay is a very very sweet natured, friendly and curious little filly.

Perfect to catch, first to greet you in the field, follows you around...

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07799496681

12 YRS, 14.2 HH, MARE £125

Bristol

1 YRS 2 MONTHS, 12.2 HH, FILLY

07956951818

Northamptonshire

£2,500

£3,200

Gwynedd

We would like to show you our fantastic gelding we have for sale. Lovely All-rounder little horse who loves to please.

Excellent to ride in...

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07053231334

7 YRS, 13 HH, MARE £2,250

West Sussex

Price to include all tack and rugs. Confidence giver absolute one in a billion. 1st Pony. Qualified for Hickstead child handler. Jumps up to 90cm...

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07802433121

7 YRS 3 MONTHS, 12.2 HH, GELDING £950

NEW REDUCED PRICE. Fit and Ready to go. First person to view will buy. Molly is a 12 year old, 14.2 Blue and White Irish...

Herefordshire

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8 YRS, 14.2 HH, MARE

10 YRS, 14 HH, MARE

West Sussex

£1,999

Registered Welsh part bred 7 yr old gelding aprox 12.2. Very pretty correct pony who was recently purchased as suitable for a novice child, however...

Somerset

07775 738907

£1,000

Bella is a 14.2 8 year old piebald irish cob mare. Perfect hunt pony/ pony club pony!

Currently lives out 24/7. Bella is a Good...

Jodie has been with us about six months. Smart looking pony, rides well in the arena or hacking however she has not settled to the...

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8 YRS 4 MONTHS, 15 HH, GELDING Norfolk

£2,900

Pros: Absolutely fantastic hacking out on roads; not phased by rattling trailers, huge tractors, fast cars etc. Not bothered by horse flies when ridden either...

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07053231538

15 YRS, 13.2 HH, GELDING Dorset

£2,500

Adorable Irish gelding. This beautiful pony has a fantastic temperament, daisy cutting movement and jump and is an absolute pleasure to have in the yard...

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0771 2112463

7 YRS 1 MONTHS, 13.1 HH, MARE Hertfordshire

£3,000

We have owned this incredibly well bred pony for two years.

My daughter was 10 at the time and has brought her on slowly from...

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07053254911

5 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15 HH, MARE Kent

£1,750

Delightful little mare owned since a yearling and now ready to go on and provide a great deal of pleasure and fun to her new...

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Winter 2016

07053230128

13 YRS 6 MONTHS, 15 HH, GELDING Herefordshire

£1,595

Lovely Black & White 13y old Gelding. Mainly used for hacking, brilliant on the roads, is not scared of anything! He is bold and very...

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07053231601

8 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15 HH, GELDING Lincolnshire

£3,995

Bunowen Barney is an 8 year old, Grade 1 Connemara gelding. He is a fantastic allround pony who would turn his talent to anything.

Imported...

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07811 470646

7 YRS 8 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, GELDING Nottinghamshire

£5,500

7y/o fully registered Connemara gelding. A really genuine and straightforward gelding, who is safe and sensible. Rocky would suit both a competitive home...

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07852133032

6 YRS 5 MONTHS, 13 HH, MARE Lincolnshire

£3,650

13h bay mare 6 yrs old We have owned Thelma since a 3yr old backed and broken at home and slowly produced her from novice...

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07511138448

4 YRS 9 MONTHS, 14.1 HH, GELDING Lincolnshire

£3,800

Quality Dark Brown Gelding 14hands 1ins,4yrs.This super pony has active paces on the flat,he has competed Intro Dressage to date and RC Working Hunter.He has...

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07053236978

8 YRS 6 MONTHS, 15 HH, MARE Cheshire

£3,800

** Update currently out hunting proving to be quiet and mannerly ** BSJA / BE / HUNTING / RIDING CLUB ALL ROUNDER 15HH 8Year...

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07969245359

11 YRS, 14.3 HH, GELDING East Yorkshire

£2,500

Dylan is a lovely natured gelding, he is good to do from the ground, feet, bath, tack up etc, stands quietly, he is good for...

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07825662747

5 YRS 6 MONTHS, 15 HH, GELDING Cheshire

£4,950

Absolutely stunning Connemara - full up 15hh - 5 year old - fabulous confirmation and movement.

Sergeant as he is affectionately know is working well...

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07773818787

8 YRS 5 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, GELDING Kent

£3,650

14.2 hh 8 year old Irish piebald cob gelding. Thunder is an absolute sweet heart of a cob, he is a friendly willing little chap...

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07859922122

8 YRS, 14.2 HH, STALLION £2,000

Sadly offered for sale Hillam The Puzzle 9 yrs old. Sire Traditional gypsy coloured stallion Dam - Hillam Sophie Grand Sire - Cyttir Gruffydd...

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07053239609

7 YRS 4 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, GELDING £995

Cornwall

Tresorya Cenau is a very smart Show Quality Welsh Cob Section D Gelding with excellent bloodlines and great potential. He is around 14.2hh, 7 years...

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07775 611123

7 YRS, 14.2 HH, GELDING Essex

£2,200

14’2/14’3 red and white 7yr old gelding. Loads of feather and a mane L’Oreal would kill for.

Stanley is a real family horse, He would...

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07792244173

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12 YRS 9 MONTHS, 12.1 HH, GELDING £3,250

West Sussex

13 year old Comet has been with us for a little under 3 years, and this is a heartbreaking sale of a much loved little...

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07053232287

5 YRS, 14.2 HH, MARE 148cm, 5 year old, chocolate dun Connemara part bred mare. Pop is a very eye catching pony with 3 lovely floaty paces. Easy to do...

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07739708674

5 YRS, 12 HH, GELDING Surrey

£1,000

SAINT LEAD REIN / 1ST PONY 12.2h - 5yo - Cob - Gelding Melvin is a total one in a million, tiny-tots first pony...

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07446006510

5 YRS 6 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, MARE Dumfriesshire

£4,500

Stunning 5 year old mare, bought over from Ireland last November and broken in in February. Cracking little mare, very confident when being riden loves...

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46 10

Staffordshire

£3,250

Charlie- a superb 14.2hh Gelding New Forest Pony who would make an excellent 2nd pony, and is one who really takes care of his rider...

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01827 53999

9 YRS 6 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, MARE £2,500

Isle of Anglesey

9 YRS 3 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, GELDING

07536006744

6 YRS, 14.2 HH, MARE £1,500

Gloucestershire

14.2 6 year old scottish sports pony mare. Skye is a genuine sweet natured mare who loves attention and to be fussed. I bought her...

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07053250913

11 YRS 2 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, MARE £2,200

West Yorkshire

BLUE SANDRA A lovely quiet mare that is approximately 14.2.hh suitable for a novice rider. BLUE SANDRA is excellent in traffic, to load, bath shoe...

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07808818801

4 YRS 8 MONTHS, 12.3 HH, GELDING

8 YRS, 14.3 HH, MARE

14.2 Skewbald mare 9yrs. Scope to burn, has competed Pony Club areas and Hickstead teams. Attended camp and rallies. Highly competitive as well as being...

Greater Manchester

Sonata - A grey mare by Rumak ex Autumn Sonnet (born 2008) A delightful genuine mare with strong, natural paces and an enthusiastic attitude to...

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4 YRS 5 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, GELDING

11 YRS, 14.2 HH, GELDING

Berkshire

Powys

£6,500

£1,450

DRUMMERS SIRE - KING WILLIAM. DAM - 120111 GILFACH RONA (GBR) (D) DAMS SIRE TIREVE TYWYSOG DU 27841 (GBR) DAMS DAM - 95366 HOREB...

Junior is NOT free I only put £0 cause i had to write a number in price space.... OPEN TO SENSIBLE OFFERS ONLY!! No time...

07053230142

£2,000

West Yorkshire

14.2hh 11yo Irish grey gelding.

Successful this year unaff sj up to 95cm ability to jump higher.

Done xc, dressage. Good to do, snaffle mouth...

Devon

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01404 42334

5 YRS 5 MONTHS, 13.2 HH, GELDING Gwynedd

£2,500

Meet Lyonheart our Welsh section C full up to height 13.2hh Dun Gelding! He has great breeding (full breeding stated) This fantastic gelding is now...

01547 529163

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4 YRS 3 MONTHS, 14 HH, GELDING

14 YRS 4 MONTHS, 14.2 HH, MARE

9 YRS, 13.2 HH, GELDING

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North Yorkshire

£4,500

Top class 14hh MnM WHP/ Future Event pony/ all round competition pony. 4 yr old Registered Connemara Gelding

by Crusheen Moody blue out of gurteen...

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07974175873

Buckinghamshire

£2,800

Sad sale of Tia Maria, 14.2 very pretty Irish X skewbald mare.

After 4 fun packed years I have decided to sell my lovely little...

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07743 974349

Cheshire

01654710451

£5,950

Coloured, Gelding, 9 years, 137.5 cm (LHC) Top quality native, true to type with excellent conformation, good straight action and presence with an excellent gallop...

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07817775217

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7 YRS 2 MONTHS, 13.3 HH, MARE £3,000

Bedfordshire

FOR SALE, STAR! Perfect pony for pony clubs! Cob X Appaloosa Star was sold to us at 14.3hh but we think she is 13.3hh, she...

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07841 625424

4 YRS, 12 HH, GELDING Shropshire

£250

4 yrs old on 4th June 2016 12hh Black Gelding On a Green Passport & Microchiped Sire Hafdre Wylan Dam Hafdre Bridyll Good to be...

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07053232487

9 YRS 6 MONTHS, 13.2 HH, GELDING Derbyshire

£3,800

Stunning full up 138cm 9yo Irish Gelding On an Irish passport but no breeding.

Connemara type. Absolutely fantastic little pony who’s been there done that...

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07912663959

15 YRS 10 MONTHS, 13 HH, GELDING Derbyshire

£750

Stunning 13hh British Riding Pony show pony / SHP / dressage pony. Only for very sad sale as my daughters are now committed to Mounted...

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Winter 2016

07831419695

5 YRS 6 MONTHS, 13.3 HH, GELDING South Yorkshire

£1,350

VIDEOS AND MORE PHOTOS AVAILABLE He has a lovely temperament, easily handled by children Good to catch, groom, tack up, pick feet out, load and...

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07743856811

7 YRS 4 MONTHS, 13.3 HH, GELDING Bedfordshire

£2,500

13 3/14 hh 7 years old registered New Forest Gelding.

Full history known. Charlie is a very handsome boy and could be shown. Regularly attended...

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07899956925

8 YRS 6 MONTHS, 15 HH, MARE West Sussex

£3,000

Quality lightweight piebald cob. This little mare is a homebred and has been at the present yard all her life. Skye has been in the...

Ad Ref: HM6408C86

01403865738

5 YRS 5 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, MARE Hertfordshire

£5,500

16.2hh 5 year old Irish Sport Horse x Holsteiner. Breeding recorded. Shes` by Lougherne Carrick-A-Rede (Holst) out of Kennastown Lady (ISH).

(Corrado & Cor De...

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07956395095

11 YRS, 15.3 HH, MARE Kent

£2,500

8 YRS 9 MONTHS, 16 HH, GELDING

15.3hh 11 yr old mare.by international eventer just zulu.

Sweet nature.good to hack in or out of company. Priced to sale. Rider lost interest.

Hence...

West Yorkshire

07842981037

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13 YRS, 15.2 HH, GELDING Suffolk

£5,500

15’2 coloured Irish sports horse gelding 13 years beautifully marked fabulous all rounder excels in hunting team chasing and X country will lead or go...

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07581490823

7 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15.2 HH, MARE Cheshire

£5,000

I have made the heart breaking decision to offer for sale my lovely 7yo 15.2 ISH dun mare as sadly she will not make the...

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07985210588

8 YRS 3 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, GELDING Warwickshire

£3,000

8year old bright bay gelding.16.2 - 16.3 Indy is an incredibly easy horse to jump, straight forward to a fence and very rhythmical. He has...

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07528553108

£3,900

For sale true Gentleman, 16hh 8yrs old Irish cob. The pictures show he’s done a bit of everything and a pleasure at all of them...

07525181360

7 YRS, 16.2 HH, GELDING £18,000

Down

Currently competing at affiliated BE and EI novice level. Cross country machine Fantastic mover and very light on his feet CARRICK DIAMOND PRINCE has had...

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5 YRS, 16 HH, GELDING £2,450

Essex

We bought Dickie a year ago from Ireland, we turned him out for the winter and then sent him to be professionally broken this year...

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07053230154

7 YRS, 16.2 HH, MARE East Sussex

16.2hh 7 year old grey mare By Cavalier X Spiraunou. This mare has everything with his beauty to his impeccable flat work. Magnum would make...

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07943870594

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22 YRS, 16.2 HH, GELDING £700

South Yorkshire

16.2hh Bay Gelding Weatherby Passport 22yrs old . Not ridden for 2 yrs sold from the field. past Hacked / Jumped now needs a quite...

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07053230159

9 YRS 10 MONTHS, 16.1 HH, GELDING £9,750

Kerry

6 YRS 3 MONTHS, 16.1 HH, GELDING £5,995

Cheshire

16-1 6 Year old chestnut gelding excellent bloodlines great all round prospect Under used due to university commitment very lightly competed...

07812088474

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5 YRS, 16.2 HH, MARE Nottinghamshire

£9,650

16.1hh 9yr Old Homebred Irish Sport Horse. Stunning, quality gelding with scope and an amazing temperament. Safe and quiet, very obliging ride, this guy is...

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Essex

£1,800

*Price Reduced* Maisie Beautiful 16hh skewbald irish heavy weight cob mare 7yrs old (16/6/09) a real sort hard to find, she is stunningly marked and...

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07932959377

07711 310031

5 YRS 7 MONTHS, 15.2 HH, GELDING Laois

£2,950

Freddy is a beautiful 15.2 gelding 5years, Freddy has hunted a few times in the spring with laois fox hound, Freddy will hack out alone...

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00353 868077626

18 YRS 5 MONTHS, 16 HH, MARE

9 YRS 7 MONTHS, 15.3 HH, MARE

Norfolk

Dorset

An exceptional home is required for my beautiful 16hh Hanoverian Bay Mare. She has good manners and a snaffle mouth. She is well schooled and...

Stunning Irish Sport Horse.

This mare is capable, genuine and very brave. Good in heavy traffic, has hunted in Ireland and is absolutely fantastic xc...

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07053234087

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£8,000

16hh 7yr black flashy gelding by Grand Master Cavalier great lines He is a real head turner.

We have competed at 90/100 UA ode events...

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07887248470

8 YRS, 16 HH, GELDING

By Alex H out of a Gratianus mare. Qualified Discovery and Newcomers 2016. Placed Discovery Final at British Show Jumping National Champioships 2016. Qualified British...

7 YRS, 16 HH, MARE

7 YRS 8 MONTHS, 16 HH, GELDING

£4,000

0771 2112463

Kent

£1,950

Jack is a striking grey gelding.

He has no mileage on the clock as he was left in a field until he was 6 years...

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07920772182

3 YRS 6 MONTHS, 15.3 HH, MARE Derbyshire

£4,500

3yr old mare by Stanhopes Odwig 15.3hh beautiful coloured mare Absolute natural over a fence, showing serious potential as a jumper.

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07765558788

10 YRS 6 MONTHS, 15.2 HH, MARE Cheshire

£3,500

Sad sale of a much loved riding club allrounder due to lack of time. Full up 15.2hh Irish bred 10yo schoolmistress taken part in all...

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07969245359

6 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15.2 HH, GELDING Nottinghamshire

£5,000

**6 year old 15.2hh cob x gelding for sale** Very sad sale due to me being pregnant. I have owned Logan for almost 2 years...

Ad Ref: HM6408CB1

07786140298

7 YRS 6 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, GELDING North Yorkshire

£1,000

16.1/16.2 7 year old bay gelding Need to rehome as new baby and work take up my time. So this is sad sale. Dexter has...

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16 YRS 4 MONTHS, 16 HH, GELDING Lincolnshire

£2,500

Talisman is a striking 16 hand 16 year old black gelding by Ferro out of Nymphe (by Jazz).

KWPN papers. He has 471 British Showjumping...

Ad Ref: HM6418EC9

07811 470646

11 YRS, 16.2 HH, GELDING West Sussex

£6,000

Handsome 16.2hh, 11 year old, bay Holsteiner warmblood gelding. Perfect boy to handle in every way incl shoe, clip, box, catch etc. Loves his cuddles...

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£9,500

Beautiful 16hh Piebald Mare, 6 years old. Claremount Cavalier (Minnie)16hh ISH Bred Cavalier x Jump for Joy. Minnie is VERY SPECIAL, this is an absolutely...

07053231617

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12 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15.1 HH, GELDING £500

East Sussex

**Price Reduce** Kasban Exracehorse so not a complete novice ride, but never rears/ bucks/ bolts. Can be spooky but will go past anything with encouragement...

07053230177

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12 YRS 4 MONTHS, 16 HH, MARE £900

For sale 16hh Standard bred mare 12 years old. For sale through no fault of her own but quick sale needed before winter (as I’ve...

Ad Ref: HM6408C72

07053251066

5 YRS 6 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, GELDING Buckinghamshire

£2,500

5 year 16.1/2 coloured ISH, by stallion two tone. Stunning appearance excellent conformation. Professionally backed at the beginning of the year. Has been to a...

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6 YRS 9 MONTHS, 16 HH, MARE

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9 YRS 6 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, MARE

Shropshire

Stirlingshire

Beautiful roan grey mare 4 years old, just broken and lovely to work with, fantastically bred by clover brigade x grange bouncer x ghareeb, she...

Lovely 16.2hh bay mare, 9 years old, warmblood x TB. Excellent breeding: merit x boynecavalier x cavalier royale. Lovely paces, brave and bold jump. Absolutely...

07710802768

Ad Ref: HM6418DB1

10 YRS, 16.2 HH, GELDING South Yorkshire

£3,250

16.2 10 year old grey gelding.

Hes fully registered irish sport horse out of cruising. Jj is an exceptional horse hes a lovely middleweight build...

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Winter 2016

07943 226429

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£6,000

01877382204

3 YRS 5 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, MARE Isle of Anglesey

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£3,250

Trearddur Belle AES registered filly by Uranium Du Hoissoit out of ISH mare. Home bred, this horse will make a super SJ/Dressage/Event prospect.

Just backed...

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HORSES FOR SALE HORSES FOR SALE 5 YRS, 16.1 HH, MARE Devon

Introducing Sequin, a 5 year old bay mare by Bandmaster (tb) ex Spring Sparkle who is 7/8ths Thoroughbred. Sequin is professionally broken and schooled. She...

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01404 42334

10 YRS, 15.2 HH, MARE Suzie is a quality good all round family type mare, that is quiet to ride but not a slug. She is an absolute machine cross...

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07808965626

10 YRS 1 MONTHS, 15.1 HH, GELDING Greater Manchester

£3,250

Multi-talented Registered PBA gelding. 151`hh grey 10 years old, Strinesdale DreamCatcher.

Dream is a beautiful, versatile all round gelding with wonderful bloodlines...

Ad Ref: HM6357FA1

07921226898

12 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15.3 HH, MARE Suffolk

£2,450

15.3hh 3/4 12yo Friesian X mare. Heartbreaking sale of my beloved mare. She has tried a bit of everything and is so honest. So loving...

Ad Ref: HM6408D81

50 14

11 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15.2 HH, GELDING

£5,450

£1,500

Kent

Doran is a beautiful registered Irish Sports Horse dapple grey 7 year old dapple grey gelding with the WOW factor. He was imported from Ireland...

Ad Ref: HM6398A7E

07928 277666

4 YRS 3 MONTHS, 15.3 HH, MARE £2,650

Kent

7 YRS 4 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, GELDING

07053238145

Cheshire

£4,000

Superstar 4yr old I.D X. She’s bold, honest and possibly the most loving mare you are likely to meet! She schools in an outline although...

15.2 11 year old welsh Cob. Happy hack, good to shoe, clip, up to date with vaccinations, worming and teeth. Has been shown in the...

Ad Ref: HM6408CC4

07053230143

7 YRS 6 MONTHS, 16.2 HH, GELDING Somerset

£4,750

Bay gelding 7 years 16.2 hh by Van Dantzig (TB) ex Cult Hero mare. Really smart horse we have owned for 3 years. He has...

07947519173

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7 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15.1 HH, GELDING

7 YRS 7 MONTHS, 15.1 HH, MARE

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Bristol

£750

Project horse. Strictly no novices. 15.1hh 7 year old gelding by Llanarth Alley Cat. Good to shoe, box, catch.

Lovely to handle on the ground...

Warwickshire

£3,750

15.1hh 7 year old irish mare make good allrounder sj dressage xc good temperament easy to do good load shoe hack etc has bred a...

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For sale Harvey - Black gelding 9 year old, 16.1 selle francais by L’arc de triomphe. I have had Harvey for nine months now but...

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4 YRS 5 MONTHS, 15.1 HH, MARE £5,500

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15.1/2 chestnut mare 4 year old. Direct by Ramiro B out of a Huntingfield Rebel mare.

Ramiro B is world number 2 eventing stallion producing...

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16.2 hands bay Mwt gelding.

(Burgraaf/Animo) 6 yrs.. Has BS winnings from limited outings.and double clears, scopey careful and bold.. Won sj, xc and dressage...

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Devon

£3,995

Reluctant sale of our gorgeous 5 year old piebald cob gelding, Seamus. He was professionally broken as a 3 year old and has been schooled...

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’Romeo’ is a true example of a Welsh Section D Cob, bred from the very best bloodlines, including Derwen, Fronerthig, Nebo & Parc - including...

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5 YRS 2 MONTHS, 15.1 HH, GELDING Gwent

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15.1hh stunning 5yo homebred chestnut gelding. He is a super mover and has been professionally broken recently.

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Bobby is a delightful 6 year old, Welsh Section D with a huge heart. A combination of bravery and intelligence have led to a successful...

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17hh/17.1hh 5yr old sports horse mare. By Richelshagen ex Run The Gauntlett (John O’Gaunt) A real classy MW type.

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Beautiful, sensible and honest 17.1hh, 9yo all rounder. This horse has manners to burn.

Hunted last season and is currently hunting this season he...

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Temple What If is a handsome and well-bred 17.2 hh bay gelding. He has hunted with a gentleman and a lady, well-mannered and forward and...

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6 YRS 4 MONTHS, 17.2 HH, GELDING £2,500

Derbyshire

Laddie is a 17.2hh ID x TB gelding, 6yrs old and as gentle as they come, he truly is a gentle giant. He loves fuss...

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9 YRS, 17 HH, GELDING Lancashire

RE ADVERTISED DUE TO TIME WASTERS £4750 17hh Grey Gelding for Sale Absolute bargain price Theo is a 9 year old Lovely horse with a...

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