Hoofbeats Magazine

INSIDE the October November 2015 issue
Vol 37 No 3 $7.50 AU, $7.95 NZ, e-mag $5.50, App $5.99

FLYING CHANGES for Dummies by Liz Tollarzo
Even though horses can naturally do flying changes on their own, once they have a rider on their back asking for them to change canter lead on demand the likelihood of a successful change comes down to timing and correct preparation.

The Growth of ADULT RIDING CLUBS by Wendy Elks
The boom in Adult Riding clubs, particularly in Victoria where over 6000 members are involved in the Horse Riding Clubs Association of Victoria, attests to the fact that riders are getting back into the saddle or looking for options in a club that offers education, inter-club competitions and a friendly social atmosphere.

FROM THE JUDGE'S EYE by UK correspondent Michelle Parkyn, with Stephen Clarke
Ahead of his visit to Australia in November, FEI 5* Olympic dressage judge Stephen Clarke shares his advice for those looking to improve their training and maximise their dressage score.

TRAINING TIPS – SAY YES! by Karen Rohlf
Clear communication to create a stronger partnership and healthy biomechanics are the training goals of American dressage professional Karen Rohlf as she combines the principles of natural horsemanship with the art of dressage.

MANAGING tHE THE HEALTH OF THE WHOLE HORSEby Angela Davison - Horse Herbalist
Many horse owners are increasingly incorporating herbs into their horse’s health and nutritional regime as they seek the benefits of having the whole horse healthy.

TOP FIVE DENTAL DISEASES by Dr Shannon Lee
Periodontal disease affects more horses than any other disease and, along with other dental problems, is a health issue that horse owners should gain a better understanding of to save their horse from the painful consequences that can arise.


Say YES! Reward small goals		.Diagnose that Itch		Improve Training and dressage scores with Stephen Clarke

HONEY BANDAGE ... A Hoofbeats Reader’s Story
When the Paint filly, Halo, lost part of her heel bulb from a conflict with a fence, Bethanie Moore used honey as her bandage dressing, and was pleased with the quick healing results.

PREMARIN MARES by Kaye Meynell
Millions of women have taken Hormone Replacement Therapy to alleviate their menopausal symptoms. What many may not know, however, is where the oestrogen comes from in the drugs that they may be taking. Pregnant mares are ‘farmed’ to source the oestrogen and many query the welfare implications.

DIAGNOSE THAT ITCH by Professor Ken Mason
Itching is a common complaint in equine medicine. Horses can be seen at any time of the day, having a good rub against the tree or on the fence. A good scratch may be harmless but when a horse itches excessively then horse owners do need to investigate the cause.

TIME TO RIDEby Kaye Meynell
Horse ownership requires a considerable commitment, both in time and money, and as owners juggle these responsibilities with other commitments in their lives it makes sense to be as organised as possible, minimising wasted effort and expenses and maximising time to ride and enjoy your horse.
TURMERIC by Doug English
It may surprise many to know that the jar of golden yellow spice in their pantry spice rack contains a product that can do more than just add a colour to curry.

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PLEASE EXPLAIN
Charles Sturt University’s Dr Allan Gunn advises us of the issues that can affect a horse’s tear ducts; Olympian Stuart Tinney explains what it means when a horse ‘over jumps’; Renowned horseman Franklin Levinson covers the bridle shy horse; and the different types and uses of twitches are discussed.

PRODUCT NEWS Product informationa dn what's new in the market place.

HORSE FRONT News, veterinary advances and horse happenings around the world.

THE GREEN HORSE - horses and the land
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CONGRATULATIONS
to our August September 2015 subscription winners.

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