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CONTENTS I ss u e 1 6 j u n / j u l 2 0 1 4 6.

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Nicholas Fyffe

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Lesson no 2 Master Luís Valença

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Piber meets Vienna

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Understanding Ulcers with Dr Kerry Ridgway

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Hot Topic Anthony Pelling and Sylvia Loch

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Ride Happy, Ride Safely

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Enchantment

By Katarsyna Okrzesik

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Baroque Horse Beach Ride

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Holiday Review

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Dressage Fundamentals Barrie Stratton

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Pilates for Riders

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What does 'On the Bit' really mean?

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Naturally Classical meets with Aikido

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Stallion Profile - Picaro PM

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Stallions at Stud - Australia

On the Cover: Blanka Satora with PRE stallion Escudero VII Photo by Katarsyna Okrzesik

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remember watching a dressage event with a good friend of mine. One particular flashy horse come out, and once the horse popped into extended trot you could hear many in the crowd gasp with wows. The reason was that this horse had very high, elevated impressive front legs. However, my friend and I were not terribly impressed. You see the horse was not actually on the bit, and was not engaged at all. When looking at a trot, you also need to look at the cadence and action of the hind leg. This particular horse was moving very slowly—in fact, it actually slowed right down for the extended trot. The hind leg wasn't lifting far off the ground and wasn't even stepping into this front tracks; it was actually about 20cm behind this. With a novice horse this would be one of the first

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things we look at, and we should still be looking at even when one reaches the higher levels. - It was a poorly trained false action of a trot. Simply put, the horse was NOT on the bit.

The fact that many in the crowd thought this was spectacular made me realise that it might be a good idea to cover what all this means.

It’s very easy to get caught up in what feels like flashy movement, but remember to look at the whole horse. Look at the hind legs and how are they tracking. Look at the spine: is it strong or hollowed out? Look at the neck—a toplevel trained horse shouldn’t have a bulge under the neck. Even look at the stomach: it should be tucked up and not like he’s had a few good beers!

All this has inspired me to help people get the correct information, and we’re ever so dedicated to

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bringing this to you. This is my pet passion, and I hope you enjoy this enlightening journey with me with our first article on this called, “What does ‘On the Bit’ really mean by the sisters, Gabrielle and Camille Dareau, from France.

I'm sure I’ll upset some people by all this, as some want you to think horses that move like the flashy horse I described are awesome, when really their trainers need to stop taking shortcuts (trick training for dressage) and not be afraid to re-assess how to do things and try a kinder and more correct way of training.

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Nicholas Fyffe

Chasing THE

DREAM

Interview by Danielle Skerman Photos BY Debra Jamroz

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ith big hopes and dreams in December 2010, Nicholas Fyffe, a 28 year old Aussie, took the big leap to move to Wellington, Florida, in the United States. This was after two years of training in Germany under top international riders, which included Martina Hannover Sternberg, Ulla Salzgeber, Hubertus Schmidt, and Catherine Haddad.

There in the USA, the young, talented, and eager Aussie fell in love with the Iberian horse.

Nicholas grew up in a small country town in New South Wales (Australia) called Finley. There, he had an equine-loving family with both his mother and grandfather being successful racehorse trainers.

Naturally, Nicholas got an early start riding at a tender three years of age with his first horse, a Shetland pony all of 8.5 hands high. His love for horses continues to this day.

Nicholas started his equine career as a keen eventer competing internationally at three-day eventing. In 2003, after spending a year training in Germany with Martina Hannover, competing at the international dressage shows, and the whole experience of the World Equestrian Games in Jerez, Nicholas made the decision to focus solely on pure dressage. “That year, I had a series of falls whilst eventing as well as my horses undergoing some injuries, so my love for the sport wasn’t as strong. Watching top-class combinations like Ulla Salzgeber and Rusty, Beatriz Ferrer Salat and Beavalais, and Nadine Capellman and Farbenfroh, completely inspired me. It was there and then that I redirected my goals.�

In 2010 Nicholas relocated to Wellington, Florida and for over a year was the assistant trainer to top international rider Oded Shimoni, based at Stillpoint

Pic: Nicholas and Faisan AT, owned by Dr Allison Tait.

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Master

Luís Valença Photos and translation by Antonio Mendonça

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LESSON Nº 2 Following the first lesson where the horse was introduced to:

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• The voice communication • The acceptance of the fix reins • The transitions on the horse’s movements, and • The stop on the circle line (it’s in this line that the horse must wait for us when we move in his direction). So, on that first lesson the horse accepted us as work partners.

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oday’s lesson is about the whip contact on the horse’s body and the signals that this will transmit to him.

Facing the horse (FIG. 1) with the fix reins wider than on the anterior work at the lunge and before, and with the same measure, we will make the horse move in our direction by giving him little touches with the whipe (FIG.2) on the horse’s body zone where the legs of the rider will work later (FIG.3).

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The rider facing the horse with a light contact at the lunge (FIG.4) walks backward, and the horse at the touch of the whip must go forward calm and straight (FIG.5).

Then to stop the movement we must put the whip near the kidneys applying some pressure (FIG.6), at the same time with the “positive voice” we are going to stop the movement of the horse. As soon as the horse stops we must stop the whip contact. If the horse moves we do it again till the horse is

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piber meets

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The popular programme with the up-and-coming stars from the stud Spanish Riding School Vienna, July 8th – August 3rd, 2014

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hilst the famous white Lipizzaner stallions enjoy their summer break the brood mares and their young foals will come to Vienna bringing with them their light-hearted high spirits.

All over the world, the Spanish Riding School and its Lipizzaner stallions are famous and loved – but not everyone is familiar with where the horses come from and what actually happens before the young stallions come to Vienna for their training. With our summer programme “Piber meets Vienna” which takes place during the School Stallions’ well-earned summer break we would like to give our guests the opportunity to learn more about what goes on at our stud.

From the very beginning, the Lipizzaner was not only predestined for the High School of Classical Horsemanship, the horses were also always bred for their outstanding qualities as carriage horses.

This summer programme therefore not only shows a delegation of brood mares with their delightful young foals but also various historical carriages and traditional uniforms.

Managing Director Elisabeth Gürtler: „This summer programme offers the unique opportunity of gaining an impression of the Federal Stud Piber and our valuable mares and their foals. Of course we sincerely hope that not only the Viennese but also guests from abroad will be inspired by our horses.”

The Spanish Riding School is one of Vienna’s most popular tourist attractions. But in addition to this the School is a prime example of how a “classic” sight which is the embodiment of tradition can present itself as a contemporary attraction.

This special summer programme is presented in both German and English.

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“Piber meets Vienna” July 8th – August 3rd, 2014, daily except Mondays from 11:00 – 12:00 hrs Ticket prices depending on category: from € 10.00 to € 40.00 For further information and reservations: Ticket office of the Spanish Riding School Michaelerplatz 1, 1010 Vienna Tel: +43 1 533 90 31-0, E-Mail: office@srs.at

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Understanding

by Dr Kerry Ridgway (USA) internationally recognized Integrative Veterinary practitioner

....and what's all the fuss about

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lcers in the digestive track are more than just the latest “disease du jour.” Thus far, for a problem that has been recognized for about 20 years, we are still seeing and understanding only the tip of a metaphorical iceberg.

More than two thirds of the iceberg is still not visible and much is still being discovered about this ulcer “iceberg.” We do know that there are, basically, only two kinds of horses – those who have ulcers and those who will have ulcers!

We should all recognize that gastric and intestinal ulcers are literally a slow or non-healing acid burn - a burn such as if hydrochloric acid was splashed on your face. The horse’s ulcers are a combination of this hydrochloric acid, as well as volatile fatty acids and bile acids. In horses, the acid burns holes into the lining of the stomach, small or large bowel.

The acids may burn a crater deeply enough to cause bleeding or even burn through and penetrate the gut. When the acid burn craters do heal, they can create scar tissue and strictures, especially in the small intestine that may lead to colic.

Twelve Good Reasons to Understand GI Ulcers in Horses: 1.

Ulcers increase the risk to the horse’s health, safety and welfare

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Ulcers increase the risk to the rider’s safety and welfare

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Ulcers cause loss of performance and competitive edge

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Ulcers can upset or interrupt an entire competition schedule

5. Ulcers are very expensive to treat and to resolve – recurrence is common

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Ulcers cause many “behavioral” problems

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Ulcers set up many muscle, myofascial and chiropractic issues

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Ulcers increase risk of injury and lameness as a result of number seven (Musculo-skeletal problems

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9. Ulcers increase the risk of colic and diarrhea problems

Changes in behavioral patterns:

10. Ulcer stress may deplete the immune system and

make a horse more susceptible to disease

11. Ulcers often create “hard keepers” and cause weight loss. The result – an unthrifty horse. (However, some horses with excellent weight also have ulcers)

12. Toxins released from altered gut flora increase a risk of laminitis/founder

When horses develop painful and restricted movement associated with excess muscle tension, and poor ability to use the spine – resulting in pain - they cannot perform at the desired level. They are, thus, more prone to injury if pushed to jump higher, run faster, suddenly change direction, etc. In the case of cross country eventing, show jumping, racing, cutting, gymkhana, marathon competitive driving and other high performance demands, the risk of injury is greatly increased. A body in pain is always at risk and increases the likelihood of a fall.

Needless to say, a fall is always potentially dangerous for both horse and rider.

Signs and symptoms associated with ulcers The reader may be familiar with some of these signs and symptoms. Others are less well known, but may serve even better to make one aware that a horse may be experiencing ulcer pain.

The horse may react by becoming more resistant to going forward and responding to the normal aids. It may kick out, rear or buck when asked to go forward.

It may respond by becoming more irritable in general, but specifically to being groomed or handled. Some progress to the point of being aggressive. Particularly in chronic cases some “turn inward” and appear dull and disinterested – sort of “the light is on, but nobody is at home.”

Performance Issues and Body Pain Issues in Ulcer Cases: Very importantly but not as commonly realized as it should be, body pain goes hand in hand with ulcers.

Whether arising from muscles, chiropractic problems or from joints, pain is inextricably associated with impaired performance. The form that the issue takes is, of course, variable, but may include reluctance to jump in good form, running out, bucking or refusals. It is not uncommon for the horse to buck after a jump. Similarly horses may be reluctant to go down hill. In such cases (including the horse landing after a jump), when the stomach has been compressed by the viscera (abdominal contents) the acids in the stomach are splashed up and onto the non-glandular portion. This portion of the stomach is more susceptible to acid damage than the glandular portion (that portion secreting the acid.)

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hat a pleasure is to ride a horse. And yet, for all this pleasure there is a price to pay before we ever leave the stable. We must plan the training, coordinate veterinarian visits, farrier work such as trimming the hooves; we must provide the food and treats, the tack, the arena floor. The list goes on and on, but another important aspect of working with horses that is frequently ignored is the safety and security of the horse and the rider. Today we will focus on the rider’s security.

In your riding centre/stable make sure you have the emergency contact numbers for all riders. If a rider has some important allergy or relevant medical information, ensure it is noted. Maintain the emergency contacts in the area (such as ambulance; hospital; fire department; police) so in case of a fall/injury someone in the stable can immediately telephone the emergency line and the rider’s emergency contact person. Make sure this contact list is in a highvisibility area, near a telephone.

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Enchantment Rhiannon

Godess of Wings and Hooves

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Blanka Satora Horse: PRE stallion Escudero VII Costume: Karolina Gac Okrzesik Model:

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BARO QUE HORSE

By Allison and Hayden Thomlinson Photos By Lisa Green

Group line up

Robyn Thiessen and Ausome Medianoche

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Holiday Review • w h at a r e t h e y r e a l ly l i k e ! • Clarendon Forest Retreat

I Clarendon Forest Retreat is a scenic, luxury retreat.

Our eight cottages are spread over the 1000 acre property, offering unique and stunning country accommodation in NSW. We are pleased to be pet friendly and offer gorgeous horse back rides through the property or into the neighbouring national state forest.

Bring your horse or ride one of ours!

Clarendon Forest Retreat 02 6554 3162 150 Coates Road Possum Brush NSW www.cfr.com.au

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s situated about 3.5 hours north of Sydney on the east coast with a short 20-30 minute drive to the beach. It’s ever so slightly off the beaten track, but when you get there you feel as if you’re in a large, secret, country oasis. You break through the tree-lined, sealed road to arrive at the property clearing of green rolling hills that seems to be fenced by nature’s forest.

Last year I took my family for a bit of a road trip, and on the way we stopped by and stayed at Clarendon Forest Retreat. And what a treat it was. The accommodation was four-star all round with different sizes to suit your needs or desires. We stayed in the Talawahl eco lodge, the one of two accommodations that you have your own paddock in front of your cottage (house!) where you can bring your own horses. The whole property is just gorgeous, from the two-story house to the romantic sandstone chapel that you can stay in. I honestly can’t rave enough about this place; it ticks all those boxes for a fantastic country holiday.

Beautiful scenery, comfortable and homely yet still luxurious accommodation, with plenty to do, including spa, tennis, pool, trekking and horse riding—just to name a few. All this sort of information is on their web if you want to know more www.cfr.com.au I would recommend it absolutely, and I look forward to going back again sometime as we enjoyed it so much. The best part is that if you’re getting away for a long weekend, you don’t have to leave your animals at home! Pets are welcome! How great is that, pack up—animals and all—and have a wonderful getaway with friends or family! Well worth the drive.

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Jindabyne Equestrian Resort

ur journey continued to Jindabyne Equestrian Resort. At an altitude of 1,120m, it is a hidden gem just downhill of the famous ski slopes of Threadbo National Park. The resort is surrounded by captivating views of the Australian Snowy Mountains—how exciting is that? When we visited, it was winter so it was only a short drive to visit the snow, or even go to the snowy mountains that were the scene for the Aussie classic movie, The Man from Snowy River.

Jindabyne Equestrian Resort is really well set up for horses.

There are stables with day yards, a massive 80x30 indoor arena and also features 2 outdoor 20x60m Dressage arenas, 2 Large Roundyards and an 80x40m ‘rodeo/all purpose’ arena! You can also take your horse for rides on the 200+ acre property. They have accommodation available for all your budget needs with two comfortable bedroom self-contained apartments located at the Resort Lodge, motel-style rooms at the Resort Lodge and Resort Centre, and for the budget conscious, there is Horseshoe Lodge.

Jindabyne Equestrian Resort

We had an absolute blast there. The staff and management were friendly and obliging. My kids even had fantastic one-on-one riding lessons that were kind to both horse and rider, and lots of fun for all involved. They offer Equine Education, trail rides, lessons clinics and camps for both adults and children for all levels of rider. Competition events often held there include dressage, showjumping, reining, Western, yard dog trials, and campdrafting, with many more planned for the future. I’ve been told that it’s also a great place to get married, and I’d believe that with the iconic scenery. Besides the activities at the Resort guests can enjoy the myriad of things our mountains have to offer from sightseeing, fishing, swimming, water-skiing, sailing, golf, and mountain-biking to bush walking, depending on the time of year.

I highly recommend a visit here with or without your horses! If you take your horses you can rest easily at night knowing they are safely tucked away in the comfortable stables! Great staff, great location, great equine facilities… what more could you want?

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The fundamentals which lead to correct paces and movements and how to recognise such work

Photos by: Jess Lapia and Michael O’ Grady.

Part 7 of the 3Cs of dressage

By

C alm, Confident & Connected

Barrie Stratton

Full time international dressage coach and trainer National ‘A’ level Dressage Judge, Judge Educator and Mentor

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Andalusian, Clydsdale cross Josh, with an uphill canter, supple poll and quiet contact

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What Does

‘On the Bit’ Really mean?

Article by Gabrielle and Camille Dareau

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he horse being on the bit, or engaged, is a fascinating physiological phenomenon that can apply to all horses, in all spheres, and should be the basis of all riding. In fact, it could easily be said that this is the most important thing that you can understand about riding.

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ngagement protects the horse, providing the strength and suppleness to carry the rider comfortably. It protects the rider because it creates the unity that puts the horse under full control. It gives rise to a whole realm of wonderful sensations between horse and rider, and is the means for the athletic development of the horse’s movement, giving it beauty and expression.

Engagement, commonly known as the horse being on the bit, is not an additional quality acquired by advanced dressage horses—it should be present to a greater or lesser degree at all levels of a horse’s training. The physiology behind this particular way the horse can carry himself, known as ‘engagement on the ring of postural muscles’, is now wellunderstood, thanks, principally, to the fascinating work of Deb Bennett, Ph.D. The biomechanical dynamic resides in the synchronized action of specific muscles groups throughout the horse (see diagram on next page).

When working in engagement, the horse feels to the rider like it ‘locks on’ to this postural ring, and the locomotive muscles can then relax rhythmically, giving suppleness and expression to the movement.

There is a characteristic softness in the contact (in no

way initiated by the rider’s hands) and, at the same time, a feeling of the horse reaching towards the contact. The whole horse lifts underneath the rider, giving a unique sensation of weightlessness, and the absence of the significant unbalanced forces that the horse (and gravity) normally exert on the rider.

Characteristics of the horse correctly engaged on the bit: •

The abdominals engaged lifting up the belly and the spine

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The pelvis tucked, lowering the croup and bringing the hind-legs further under the horse’s body

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The neck arched, but in a forwards-stretching, or ‘telescoping’ way, showing a delineation of the muscles midway up the neck, with the corresponding softening of the under-neck muscle, and relaxation of the jaw.

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One of the most reliable signs of true engagement is, in trot and trot-based movement, the perfect unity of the hind leg and foreleg of each diagonal pair swinging forwards at the same angle. The following illustration shows how this can clearly be identified on a photograph.

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Picaro PM A c h i e v i n g

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A moment with Rita Galloway on her stunning Spaniard Picaro PM

The story behind our purchase of Picaro PM

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e were already breeding Spanish horses on our stud farm in North Queensland when I was browsing the internet one day and happened upon what I thought was a buckskin purebred Spanish horse for sale in America. It turned out it wasn’t a buckskin, but the prospect was enough to set me searching worldwide to learn more about dilute Purebred Spanish horses and where we could get one to complement our breeding programme and introduce something completely new to the breed in Australasia. I learnt about cream colour genetics and knew that if we were to pursue our dream of breeding dilute (buckskin & palomino) Spanish horses then we needed a double dilute (ie perlino or cremello) colt/stallion. Hours of research and emailing followed. I made contact with different agents around the world but was told each time that what we wanted just wasn’t available—anything known to be on offer was inferior in quality and extremely expensive.

Quality was definitely not something we were prepared to compromise on as we were anticipating a certain amount of negative feedback with regards to introducing the colour to Australasia (e.g. ‘he’s just been bred for his colour’ and ‘that’s not a purebred Spanish horse’). Exceptional movement— both straight and elevated—absence of grey genetics, faultless morphology, double cream genetics, the ability to sire palomino foals, typical Andalusian temperament, breathtaking presence and being true to type were all vying equally for top position on the ‘must have’ list. And the expense? Let’s just say I have a truly AMAZING husband with an eye for quality!

At this point we were almost swayed by the offer of an absolutely spectacular palomino colt but discovering him led us to the Paco Marti stud in Spain and my hopes and dreams were restored. So, undeterred and with my long criteria list in hand I booked a trip to Spain and lined up viewings of numerous colts across the length of the country.

I saw some lovely horses but lots of average ones too, and none came close to ticking all the boxes—until, of course, I reached Paco Marti’s stud in Valencia.

A number of quality colts were presented, including our most promising candidate to that point, who was just a few weeks old—but on further investigation, his colour DNA didn’t fulfil our criteria. Then Picaro PM was presented, my heart skipped a beat and the world stopped spinning…Eureka!

Unquestionably we’d found THE ONE! (We actually ended up purchasing two mares in foal and one with a filly at

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Picaro PM foot, also from Paco Marti, but that’s another story.)

PS Hubby reckons that’s the last time I’m allowed to go shopping, alone, to Spain!

Picaro's colour briefly explained (ggEeAaCrCr):

DOB: 13th January 2009 Height: Currently 15.2½hh (EMH 16hh) Colour: Perlino (ggEeAaCrCr) Sire: Revoltoso XXIX Dam: Doctora XXXVII

Whilst readily seen and accepted in the Lusitano breed, cream genetics are historically acknowledged as always being present in Spanish horses; however, until the recent increase in colour genetics knowledge and the use of DNA testing to verify the parentage and an individual’s coat colour, the recognition and acceptance of dilute coloured horses meant they were excluded from the studbook. Fortunately the cream gene can remain relatively ‘hidden’ (e.g., studbook entries can be found as ‘golden bay’) and it has therefore withstood the test of time—resurfacing, and being accepted into the studbook just over 10 years ago.

There are various dilution/modifying genes which get passed from generation to generation in horses (e.g., pearl, cream, grey, etc). The cream gene acts by diluting the red in the coat to gold (not visible on the black) and is therefore responsible for producing buckskin and palomino horses.

Put very simply, a bay horse with one cream gene is a

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FRIESIAN HORSE STUD Breeding for Conformation Temperament & Character

TWIN WILBERT VAN GELDER (BB1 Purebred Friesian Stallion ~ 16.1hh) Available for service by chilled semen ~ $1,100 Includes: GST First collection ready for dispatch (subsequent collections $220 plus freight) LIVE FOAL GUARANTEE

Animado Azul

SPANISH STALLION REG AHAA SO1405

Available to outside mares $800 Service Fee plus Handling Fee $250 Showing great form over jumps and a wonderful attitude to work, Animado Azul started eventing in 2013 and is confidently competing at 80cm height and progressing through the levels.

Competing in a range of events, from Horse Trials to Dressage and Working Equitation, A. Azul is always a gentleman, always willing to try and has a huge presence under saddle.

Youngstock currently available for sale Payment plan available TAC Located in South West Victoria, Australia E: TwinRiversStud@bigpond.com Ph: 61 3 5565 1774 www.TwinRiversStud.com

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Animado Performance Horses Geelong Victoria Australia

Is proud to offer the 2013 Australian National Spanish Champion AUREON LP (IMP) at stud for the 2014 breeding season

Aureon LP offers wonderful new bloodlines to breeders in this country.

His sire, Limbo VI, is the son of the only elite graded stallion in Spain, Ermitano III. On his dams side Aureon LP is a grandson of the black CaliďŹ cado dressage stallion Carlo-Seni.

Aureon LP is beautiful, sensible and functional. His movement is straight, elevated and expressive.

He will be available by chilled semen only for the month of September. Following this, we will have frozen semen available.

$1600

Purebreds $800 Partbreds

For further information please phone (03) 5425 3268 or email bramerespanishhorses@yahoo.com We eagerly anticipate the arrival of his ďŹ rst foals later this year. Young stock will be available for sale.

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Established in 1972 and the only Association in Australia to hold the stud books for the Purebred Spanish Andalusian, the Australian Andalusian, the Partbred Andalusian, the Hispano-Arabe and the Purebred Iberian (this registry is shared with the Lusitano Horse Association of Australia)

FOR INFORMATION ON THE BREED

Contact Andalusian Horse Association of Australasia (inc) PO Box 266, Torquay, Victoria, Australia 3228.

Telephone: 61 5263 3402 Email: ahaa@iprimus.com.au www.ahaa.org.au

Harmony Hills

ErnEsto Glen lomond Horse stud

Bay pure SpaniSh Stallion born in 2005 standing approx. 16hh Sire: Mayville lodge lionheart Dam: andaluka aranxa

Competing elementary dressage.

2011, 2012, 2013 Qld champs hi point, Qld Supreme champion ridden Andalusian 2013.

2014 national show hi point ,2014 national movement award.

1st in 3.3 at national show 2014. 1st also in senior hack, horse and handler, and barrel race.

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HORSE ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALASIA

THE LUSITANO HORSE ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALASIA WAS FOUNDED TO PROMOTE ALL ASPECTS OF THE LUSITANO BREED IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND Help is available in a number of areas * ADVICE FOR PROSPECTIVE OWNERS ON FINDING A SUITABLE LUSITANO * INFORMATION ON PAPERS AND REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP * LISTS OF BREEDERS INTERNATIONALLY IN PORTUGAL, BRAZIL, U.S.A, AND GREAT BRITAIN * IMPORT RESTRICTIONS AND INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT

LUSITANO HORSE ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIASIA E-MAIL: info@lusitano.com.au PH: +61 2 4887 1042 PO Box 1857, Bowral NSW 2576 Australia

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CIMMARRON FRIESIAN SPORTHORSES QUALITY FRIESIAN WARMBLOOD FOALS FOR SALE BUCKSKIN FILLY: Avari fan Cimmarron FWB BLACK FILLY: Maikoda fan Cimmarron FWB

For Bokke’s ad, BB1 Purebred stallion from imported bloodlines Sire Age B (imp) dam Anna (imp) DOB: 22/11/2008 Modern Build Friesian

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DOB: 2004 Grey PRE Stallion Height: 16hh Breeding: Andaluka Magicoso x Alegre LXIX Studbook: ANCCE, AHAA, PREAA

SERIo IS AN AbSoLutE joy to RIdE, tRAIN ANd CoMPEtE. HIS fRIENdLy, PEoPLE oRIENtAtEd NAtuRE MAkES HIM A CRowd fAvoRItE wHEREvER HE GoES. wINNER of NuMERouS SuPREMES ANd CHAMPIoNSHIPS IN HALtER ANd RIddEN. CoMPEtEd wItH GREAt SuCCESS IN tHE dRESSAGE ARENA wItH HIGH 60S - 70% SCoRES.

*Stud fees:$1,200 plus collection and transport fees. AI only (fresh and chilled) Live foal guarantee

Contact: Ruby Goodsell Phone 0490026617 email: rubygoodsell@hotmail.com

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Ali Baba

Puro Sangue Lusitano 16.2hh Bay Stallion

Temperament * Versatility * Power * Versatility * Collection * Versatility Height, presence and paces. Intelligence and courage.

Ali Baba is sired by one of Portugal's best breeding stallions - the Grand Prix trained Hostil. His dam lines are famed in the bullfighting ring.

A Lusitano is a horse like no other.

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Pure Iberian Stallion P/SP 003 Chapelhouse CENTAURO. Dk bay/brown black, 16.2hh DOB: 19.01.07 Sire: Irreal (imp Portugal & competed at Grand Prix Dressage) Dam: La Querencia Pamperita.

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