INSIDE the April/May 2019 issue
Vol 40 No 6 $7.50 AU, $7.95 NZ, App (for all devices) $5.99

RIDERS WHO JUGGLE – AARON HADLOW
by Berni Saunders
Taking out the Australian League FEI Jumping World Cup 2018/2019 season with a horse he’s trained himself is a massive achievement, especially when you consider that Aaron juggles his riding and competitions with a full time job and competes against many full time professional riders.

PRINCE FLUFFY KAREEM - Egyptian Equine Charity
by Kaye Meynell
Marie Kjoell’s willingness to help a couple of horses has evolved into something so much more, her Egyptian Equine Charity now helping hundreds of horses in a country that presents numerous challenges when it comes to the welfare of horses.

WHERE THERE’S A WILL
by Wendy Elks with the Equine Team from law firm Jansen, Walsh and Grace.
You care deeply for your horse and ensure their every need is provided for, but what would happen in the event of your death? It’s a good idea to consider what could happen and if plans should be put in place for their on-going care and your wishes.

 

HORSE MEDICATION AND YOUR HEALTH
Handling horse medications appropriately is important, especially in the case of some drugs as Sharon Patton found out the hard way while treating her old horse for PPID.

CARING FOR YOUR ARENA by Kaye Meynell
If your property’s facilities include an arena it’s important that this asset is constructed and maintained properly, for your horse’s safety and the arena’s longevity and usefulness.


KEN FAULKNER by Harriet Leahy
A popular natural horse trainer and previous The Way of The Horse winner at Equitana, Ken shares his experiences at last year’s All-Stars TWOTH and what he looks for when working with a young horse.

EGYPTIAN EQUINE CHARITY Marte Kjoell talks about the highs and lows of running an equine rescue centre in Egypt.		LAMENESS: Early identification, appropriate management and treatment is important for your horse's well-being.		CARING FOR YOUR ARENA. The chance of injury can actually be reduced if owners ensure proper ongoing maintenance of their arena.

AFTER A BUSHFIRE by Catherine Bird
The smoke from bushfires can lead to serious health problems for your horse. The use of herbs to support your horse’s respiratory and nervous system after smoke inhalation can have a soothing effect.

GOOD CARE OR NEGLIGENCE? Additives, drugs and ointments
by Berni Saunders
Knowing what you’re feeding or administrating to your horse is important, especially for those competing at events with recommended and compulsory medication control.

CONTROL THE ‘ENGINE’
Groundwork exercises for the older rider by Felicity Wischer
Following on from last issue’s exercises on the ground, this time the focus is on hindquarter control, stop and go back - exercises to help create a smooth transition from ground into the saddle, for both horse and rider.


LAMENESS Early identification can save money, time and your horse’s well-being
by Dr Jennifer Stewart
The most common problem in horses, there are many causes of lameness and the signs can vary greatly, which is why early diagnosis, and appropriate management and treatment is important.