OFF FOR AN OUTING by Liz Tollarzo
Many riders can feel a little anxious when they’re taking their horse off the property for a ride. Taking the time to prepare prior to departure, and having a plan in place before you reach your destination will help ensure the outing is a success.

WHEN IS A HORSE NO LONGER A GREEN HORSE ?
by Ross Jacobs
Horses tend to be thought of as green or educated,
novice or advanced, terms often used to describe the
horse’s level of education with no obvious
or definitive meaning.

IS THERE A ROLE FOR MINERAL SUPPLEMENTS IN LAMENITIS?
Manipulating Minerals for Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) by Dr Jennifer Stewart
While the awareness of laminitis and its debilitating effects has been increasing steadily in recent years unfortunately there appears to be an increasing number of horses affected by endocrine diseases.

SO YOU WANT TO BE A SADDLE FITTER
by Amanda Dickerson
The second in our series on careers in the horse industry,
what does it take to become a saddle fitter, and what does
a saddle fitter’s working day really look like?

WHAT IS OPERANT CONDITIONING? by Portland Jones
A big part of the ‘language’ that we use to communicate with horses; it’s difficult to work with them without an understanding of the fundamentals of operant conditioning

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF HORSES - horses helping the community
Spending time with horses can be incredibly beneficial, the positive effects seen across equine therapy utilised in formal settings and enjoyed by those when being around them.


EQUITANA MELBOURNE
After four long years Australia’s favourite equestrian showcase made a triumphant return to the Melbourne Showgrounds in November with an action packed four days.

Sniffer Horses.		Slaps on your horse's neck do not benefit it- Operant Conditioning.		Is there a role for mineral supplements in laminitis?

TIME SAVING HACKS FOR HORSE OWNERS by Liz Tollarzo
Identifying horse keeping chores and tasks that can be carried out more efficiently can help to save time and improve our productivity, giving us more time to do what we enjoy.

SNIFFER HORSES by Wendy Elks
While dogs are well known for their sniffing skills and abilities, horses also have a powerful scenting ability, which with training, can be utilised.
SCENTWORK by Rachael Draaisma
Using scent work as a training activity can bring considerable benefits to the horse and help to improve the horse/handler relationship.

A PAIN IN THE NECK by Dr Raquel Butler
There are a number of common conditions and developmental disorders that can affect a horse’s neck, with signs of pain ranging considerably.

THE SOFT FEEL by Tanja Kraus
It’s important to establish a good foundation in the horse’s training before moving on to training for a more specific discipline, with self control and a soft feel two of the more important elements to establish.

LOWERING THE HORSE'S HEAD by Diane Bawden
Being able to ask your horse to lower its head on cue can be beneficial for all aspects of handling the horse, and it’s something that they can learn with a simple pressure/release cue.

RIDING OVERSEAS by Celine Bonnelykke
With restrictions lifting and travel back on the agenda many equestrians might be considering incorporating horses into their next holiday adventure. One of the most controversial and perhaps the most ‘unclear areas’ for riders would be the example of what frame or outline should a horse be ridden in.

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