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The magazine also includes The Green Horse, an eight page section covering property development and maintenance, pasture establishment, environmental issues, fencing information, water management, as well as practical hands-on suggestions from readers that cover a range of issues related to caring for a horse property.

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INSIDE THE APRIL MAY ISSUE:

THE MAGIC OF THE OUTSIDE REIN by Bert Hartog
Many riders turn the horse as if they were riding a bicycle, causing the shoulder to push away from the direction the rider wants to go and the hindquarters swing outwards - this all happens because these riders have not discovered the magic of the outside rein.

PREVENTATIVE POULTICES by Kaye Meynell
Regularly used on the lower limbs after hard work to minimise heat and swelling, poultices can be applied to any part of the horse’s body. Hot and cold poultices work in individual ways to remove heat or increase circulation and knowing which to use in which situation can make all the difference to the horse.

THE BOW with Chad Brady
Teaching a horse to bow builds communication and can be a useful stretching exercise, but care and common sense are required to avoid injury.

The horse owner’s worst nightmare…
FLOATING ACCIDENTS by Wendy Elks
Education for emergency workers and preparation by horse owners can reduce the risk of damage and injury when rescuing horses following an accident.

NUTRITION AND THE PREGNANT MARE -
the 3rd trimester by Dr Nerida Richards
The mare has certain nutritional requirements that are essential for her to produce a sound, healthy foal, and the last three months of pregnancy in particular are very important.

ARENA ETIQUETTE by Liz Tollarzo
Manouvering safely in a crowded warm up arena can be difficult, unsettling and dangerous unless some simple guidelines are used together with consideration for other horses and riders. The FEI has documented guidelines for riders at official competitions.

STATE OF WELFARE by Wendy Elks
The welfare of racehorses and brumbies have been high profile issues, but many domesticated horses suffer neglect in paddocks and backyards.

CREATING CONTROL THROUGH HARMONY with Carlos Tabernaberri
Gaining trust, control and high-quality work without pain inducing tools is essential to a positive human/horse relationship.

COMMON HOOF PROBLEMS - Wall cracks by Adrian Cowell
Hoof cracks can be debilitating for a horse, causing significant pain and leading to infection and lameness. Causes and treatments can be simple and effective.

PRODUCT NEWS
The news on what’s new in the market place.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Readers’ questions are answered by experienced horse professionals. This issue veterinarian Dr Melanie Quick talks about paddling, Liz Tollarzo clears up some misconceptions about rollkur/hyperflexion, and physiotherapist Annette Wilson shares tips on better posture for the rider.

FOAL BRAG 2012
The winners of this year’s competition and a selection of notable entries. To view all the entries and select your favourite go to hoofbeats magazine on facebook.

AGAINST ALL ODDS
Readers heart warming experiences with mares and foals.

HORSE FRONT News, veterinary advances and horse happenings.

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Information Exchange - Reader’s Tips, Views and Questions
Fact Or Fiction - Kikuyu by Andrea Carmody:
Grasses For Horses by Jane Myers
Flood Recovery In South East Queensland
Planting to Perfection by Chris Ferreira
Aloe Vera - the cool healer by Amanda White
NSW Flood Crisis
Permaculture For Horse Property Owners (Pt9) by Mariette van den Berg and Nick Huggins
Clean Pastures For Healthy Horses by Wayne Smith
Choosing A Paddock Cleaner

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