September, 2007 - part three

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What to do
- when you
don’t know
what to do!
by Wrangler
Jayne
Natural
horsemanship
with Heart
www.
wranglerjayne
.com.au
I
f you are reading this, and you live in
Australia with your horse - you are
likely thinking about the outbreak of
Equine Influenza in this country, and how it
could possibly affect you, your horse, your
activities and the future with horses. It is a
sad and sobering time and I empathise with
everyone who has sick horses.
And then there are those of you in the areas
that are restricted - grounded! - with the
threat of the disease hovering ... I along with
everyone else, read daily of the
difficulties and challenges faced by
people who are worried, tired and
stretched to their limits. This
whole situation has forced many
people to quarantine their horses
and many others have chosen to
quarantine, wanting to take no
risks when it comes to their horse’s
wellbeing. Completely
understandable and prudent if you
are anywhere near the risk areas.
S
o, activities with horses have come to a sliding stop .... no riding, no socialising, no
competitions, no activities, no fun! While the thought of fun might be a long way
from your mindset right now, what about your horse? He or she can’t read the
newspapers or watch the nightly reports or get the scoop from the internet. Your horse is
just out there, probably wondering what happened to all the good times! I have had many
people write to me asking for ideas as to what to ‘do’ with their horse while all this is
going on ... so here are a few ideas for what to do - when you don’t know what to do!
1. Just hang out with your horse!
Sometimes we get so focussed on the ‘job’ at hand, ie: the training, the practice, the
preparation for our events, that we simply don’t find the time for the more simple times ...
how about investing the time that you would have spent training, in just hanging out with
your horse! Make it HorseTime by giving a few treats, a few good scratches, a massage,
and make that mane and tail beautiful! There is also a serenity in this that will do you
both good, and release endorphins into your system that will help your overall wellbeing.
You could sit in the paddock with your horse and read all the horsey books you were
going to read when you had time. So if you’re restricted from going for a ride, read
instead, in a place where you and your horse can keep each other company.
How soft is soft? Jayne checks it out with
her 6 year old arabian stallion, Jebel.
2. Get particular on a
few things!
I’m sure all of us have our favorite
‘games’ and our least favorite! How
about take a little time out to give
your yields and requests a checkup?
How softly does your horse back up
from pressure on his chest? His
nose? Has he developed a
‘pushiness’ that you’ve ignored?
Aim to get your horse moving from
the touch of a feather!
My own horses wear a feather in their manes as evidence of their softness. Don’t overdo
things and get fussy, just put some time and patience into an area that you may have let
‘slip’ - go back to basics and take the time it takes to develop a better response.
3. Make and supply some Toys!
How often have you complained about not having enough time to create toys for you and
your horse to play with and be challenged by?
Go out and buy the ball you’ve been meaning to - make some polypipe hula hoops - set
up your ‘playground’ - experiment with
different objects to find out which ones
your horse is interested in, or curious
about!
Remember that horses are like children,
and enjoy playing with stuff ... you can
encourage and teach your horse to play
with different things to amuse her or
himself.
This is especially true for horses that
live alone. A ball can make a world of
difference to your horse’s mental and
emotional wellbeing. Just introduce it
like you would any new thing, and help
him to understand what it’s for.
Above, Jess plays soccer with Sharif, who seems more
amused by his young friend!
My horses love their deflated blue ball with handle (flaps better!), their gumboots
(previously MY gumboots!), their bits of rubber matting, their lengths of ag pipe, their
sheets of black plastic (the kind that concreters use!). You can have hours of fun and
laughter playing with different objects with your horse in a spirited kind of freeplay
(watch it, as they may get boisterous!) How about a few creative jumps for your play
area? Use your imagination and see how it sparks up your horseplay!
Moments to
Chill Out
Doing things more slowly;
enjoying some solitude with our
horses; having a bit of silly fun
when no one is watching ... all
this will actually build your
relationship in a very beneficial
way for both you and your
horse!
Checking out Jebel’s
focus and flexion, getting
it softer and lighter all the
time ...
4. Practice your bareback skills!
Okay, so you are grounded - no trail riding, no visits to
arenas and nice big areas to go riding in. Confined. For
some this is very depressing! But it needn’t be! What’s
more perfect that confinement to learn to ride bareback? If
you haven’t got an area that’s fenced, then create an area with
capped pickets and tape. It doesn’t need to be round or a
particular size ... just so you can set yourself some mental
and physical perimeters to feel safe enough to be a passenger
on your horse and ride without your saddle. I recommend to
people who are learning to ride bareback (it will make you a
better rider) that they focus on softness and lightness, rather
than just finding their balance at speed!
Can you stop your horse without touching
the reins, just using your breath and body?
With nothing between you and your horse,
you’ll automatically find yourself being
softer with your cues, and you will find
your balance point .. naturally. Plus you
will increase the bond between you and
your horse - and don’t forget to hug your
horse after every riding session!
So, just a few thoughts that I hope have
sparked your thinking and created a more
positive mindset during difficult times.
Remember, tough times never last, but
tough people do! Offer help where you
can, empathise where you can, and take action where you
can, to make life as best as you can for your horse and for
you.
Until next time,
Visit my website for more
inspiration ...
see my DVDs for ways to
develop softness and
lightness, for details on
using your body energy
and focus, and for skills
that you can practice to
create a true bond with
your horse.
Wrangler Jayne
Natural Horsemanship with Heart - skills and love
combined for a wonderful future with your horse ...
© Copyright 2007
www.wranglerjayne.com.au
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Why Crossover Bitless Bridles are
Better, Safer and Kinder for Horses
When, just a few short years ago, Ian Christie decided to return to riding after a 30 year absence, he had never heard of the
ground-breaking work of Dr W R Cook FRCVS PhD, Professor of Surgery Emeritus at Tufts University Cumming’s School of Veterinary Medicine in the US. But all that was to change when Ian was given Freddy Arkle, a three year old thoroughbred racehorse
with a severe mouth injury sustained as a foal.
Freddy quickly settled into his new home at the Bolinda property of Ian’s friends, Tony and Debbie Curatollo. But Freddy was definitely not happy about one thing – being ridden in a bitted bridle. Ian’s instructor suggested that he would be more comfortable in
a type of bitless bridle known as a sidepull, and this certainly proved to be the case. But sidepulls, along with other styles of
bitless bridles such as bosals, hackamores and rope halters, can lack the finesse of communication required for many kinds of
riding and training. And, in common with the bit, they all rely on discomfort and all too often pain to get the message across to the
horse.
Endurance rider, Garry King, from Hurstbridge has no mouth injuries to contend with in any of
his horses. But, along with his trainer, Whittlesea-based Carlos Tabernaberri, Garry isn’t happy
about using bits. “I don’t see people walking around with steel bits through their mouths; why
should my horse like it any better?”
Ian and Garry did their own research, and consequently found out about the Crossover Bitless
Bridle, developed by Dr Cook from a design which has been around for centuries. Patented as
The Bitless Bridle TM, this design has been modified and improved so that it is painless and effective for all equestrian disciplines, regardless of the skill or
level of experience of the rider.
Dr Cook regards The Bitless Bridle as his most important contribution to the advancement of domestic horse welfare; a
startling statement from a veterinary surgeon who can claim,
among many other achievements, to be an early pioneer in
the development of endoscopy for the diagnosis of equine respiratory disease, the first to propose that trigeminal neuralgia (triggered by the bit) is a common cause of headshaking, and
among the earliest researchers to observe that, in the horse, respiration and stride are synchronised at the gallop. Dr Cook has linked use of the bit with over 100 problems, including bone
spurs of the jaw (extremely common, especially in horses used for disciplines such as dressage,
where constant contact between the rider’s hands and the bit is considered essential), bleeding
in racehorses, dorsal displacement of the soft palate, roaring, and ‘bridle lameness’. There is
also, according to Dr Cook’s findings, a veritable gamut of behavioural problems associated
with the bit - everything from rearing, bolting, bucking and shying to teeth grinding and unwillingness to be caught or ridden.
Garry King on the trail with a bitless
Boof. Courtesy Garry King
From the outset, Ian’s horse responded extremely well to Dr Cook’s bridle. Still, Ian admits it
was with extreme trepidation that he first rode in the open paddocks where Freddy likes to
have a good gallop. But he found he could slow Freddy down with less pressure than he
would have required with a bit.
Dr Cook’s research has shown that it is physiologically incorrect for a horse to breathe
through the mouth during exercise, and yet use of a bit breaks the airtight seal. In this respect, Garry has been extremely happy with The Bitless Bridle for endurance riding. “It allows
my horses the freedom to use their mouths and nasal passages as nature intended. On a A bit is not necessary for dressage training
at any level.
long ride they can also eat and drink ‘on the fly’ without the impediment of a bit.”
Equestrian competition rules in Australia (and many other countries) still require that all horses be ridden in a bit for dressage.
Because Ian wants to compete, he has been obliged to get Freddy used to a bit all over again. It has not been plain sailing;
Freddy was quite distressed on the first attempt, and it was only when Ian changed to a thinner bit that Freddy became more tolerant. However, Ian is so sure that Freddy is happier in Dr Cook’s Bitless Bridle that he has wondered,
more than once, if he should just give up on the idea of competing until the rules can be changed.
Garry has no such issues. As an endurance and trail rider, he is permitted to use Dr Cook’s Bitless
Bridle in competitive events. But rules aside, Garry says he’s unlikely to ever return to using a bit. “I
have ridden all my horse bitless, and as yet no one has given me any plausible reason to change to a
bit, but my horses have given me plenty of reasons not to use one.”
To find out more about Dr Cook’s work and his crossover bitless bridle,
Dr Cook's Bitless Bridle on
Blaze, a Tennessee Walking
Horse.
Courtesy Dr Cook and
Carole Iverson.
visit www.ausequinearts.com and www.bitlessbridle.com
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An exciting new 3 day course incorporating a combination
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22, 23 & 24 March 2008 - North Eastern Victoria
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Good horsemanship is good
horsemanship and should not be
thought of as a fad or a style
David has over 20 years of experience from starting young horses and
dealing with horses with behavioural issues, to teaching people the
foundations of horsemanship. His expertise has been showcased
throughout the world at international shows and events.
His strengths are the beginnings and development of a foundation on
a horse. The better the preparation and foundation the better the
outcome. Laying a foundation for performance is the best preparation
for success for both horse and rider.
Now you have the opportunity to take part in one of his great courses
as he returns to tour Australia & New Zealand in January - April 2008.
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND TOUR - COURSE CALENDAR
date
location
course
enquiries & bookings
26 & 27 Jan
QLD - Dysart
2 Day Advanced
Wendy Davidson
t 07 4958 2729 m 0400 434 811
e wendy.j.davidson@bmacoal.com
9 & 10 Feb
16 & 17 Feb
Tasmania
2 Day Introduction
2 Day Intermediate
Jacqui Smythe
t 03 6248 1795 m 0409 928 393
e jacquismythe@ozemail.com.au
22, 23 & 24 Feb
NSW - Hunter Valley
A Horseman’s Experience
Juliette Rodowicz
t 02 4998 3358
e jaspers100@bigpond.com
1 & 2 Mar
4 & 5 Mar
NZ - North Island
NZ - South Island
2 Day Intermediate
2 Day Introduction
Jock, Ivana & Lee Ruddock
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7 & 8 Mar
9 & 10 Mar
NZ - North Island
2 Day Intermediate
2 Day Advance
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t 07 8255034 m 0274 221 994
e sarahjtm@xtra.co.nz
14 & 15 Mar
16 Mar
QLD - Bundaberg
2 Day Introduction
1 Day Intermediate
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t 07 4153 4299
e helena@basas.org.au
22, 23 & 24 Mar
VIC - North Eastern
A Horseman’s Experience
Jayne Glenn
t 03 5777 3831
e wrangler@wranglerjayne.com
5 & 6 April
7 April
QLD - Mackay
2 Day Introduction
1 Day Intermediate
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For information on the above courses please contact the names listed or you can contact David by email: djs@e-horsemanship.com
Good horsemanship is good
horsemanship and should not be
thought of as a fad or a style
His relaxed manner, comfortable presence and ease in front of an audience has meant that David’s
expertise has been showcased throughout the world at international shows and events, including:
to the Dubai Royal Family, Burghley Horse Trials ( 4 star, premier 3 day international event), Horse of
the Year Show, Your Horse Live, The British Horse Society’s annual spring instructor’s conference and
Equitana Asia Pacific.
This year David has given demonstrations at “Gatcombe”( a 3 day event in the United Kingdom)
and at “Princess Anne’s estate” plus, he will again be appearing at the ”Burghley 3 day event”
and “Your Horse Live in the U.K.”
Over the years, David has had the opportunity to meet and train with some of the best horsemen in
the world, such as Ray Hunt, Mike Bridges, Craig Johnson, Martin Black, Pat Parelli and many others.
Meeting Ray Hunt while attending college was a pivotal point in David having a career with horses,
as was the meeting of Pat Parelli while on an exchange programme to America, riding and training
cutting horses. Riding cutting horses and the starting of young horses was one of the best ways to
gain a lot of experience in a relatively short period of time.
Pat played an enormous role in the development of David’s horsemanship expertise, teaching
methods and presentation abilities. Through an involvement with the Parelli organisation, over
a time frame of 15 years, extensive focus and training was given in the areas of horsemanship,
horse training and the teaching of people.
David’s strengths are the beginnings and the development of a foundation on a horse. A Solid
Foundation is about the preparation and building blocks for the future, it’s about getting a good
start in life to then go on and build a future. With horses it is about getting a horse to where they
are self confident and understanding of the task at hand. Perhaps it is trailer loading or having
their feet trimmed or shod, maybe it’s being saddled and ridden for the first time.
The better the preparation and foundation the better the outcome. Laying a foundation
for performance is the best preparation for success for both horse and rider.
David will be running courses in Australia and New Zealand
January to April 2008 - Details on previous page
David’s new website to be launched soon
In November 2003, David was part of the team invited to The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace to
demonstrate Natural Horsemanship to Her Majesty the Queen, which would be nerve racking for
most. David impressed all involved with his relaxed manner and aptitude for horsemanship.
www.davidstuart.com.au
David has over 20 years of experience from starting young horses and dealing with horses with
behavioural issues to teaching people the foundations of horsemanship. With a huge amount of
experience working with horses and people all over the world, David has visited the continents
of Australasia, North America, Europe, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. This
has involved helping amateurs, professionals and professional organisations within the equestrian
industry, enabling them to become safer and more competent around horses, giving them a
foundation to build on.
Hi guys,
Email as sent to Lee & Danny.
Just wanted to say thank you for the time and effort you put into getting Neva
say Neva out each month.
“Thanks Jenni for taking the time Growing up with the 'old school of thought' where horses should be broken.....
(My father still believes that any horse that is handled 'naturally' has been
drugged..!)
to send this in, I am sure people
it is wonderful to see the number of people getting the tips and opportunities to
actually 'listen' to their horses.
will enjoy reading this.”
Cheers,
Lee
I have an experience for you that you might find funny..... (Not sure if you
want to use it for future months..)
My 17 yr old mare (broken in by my father and virtually handleable) gave birth
to a colt in Nov last year. He is a little miracle as he was upside down with his
neck bent prior to being delivered. Thanks to a brilliant job by our local
vet, Bob was successfully delivered.
Having his mothers temperament to the letter, Bob was a hand full from the minute he could stand. Many people
were chased out of the yard by him including the vet and some of our closest friends.!! This was my first foal and
I was determined that everything would be 'natural' and I would earn Bob's respect despite being told to just
'give him a hiding and teach him who was boss'.
A bit unconventional but I weaned him at 3½ months so I would have his attention and buddied him up with my
gelding, Ben. I would wait until Bob went to sleep then sit down behind his back and touch him all over so he
could get used to me......after many weeks of this it was finally safe to walk in the yard while he was awake without being 'attacked'..!!
From that point, ably assisted by my gelding Ben, we have managed to teach him to have manners when being
fed, walk beside me (on either side at liberty) without wanting to bite me and walk through gates at liberty without bolting. Ben keeps him in line by giving him the ears back when he thinks Bob is not doing as he is being
told. It is actually quite funny to see a 16.2 gelding being a mother and disciplining the small child.
Bob was gelded at 7 months and now at 9 months is my pride and joy. He now leads beside me on both sides,
backs on command, had had his feet trimmed twice and reminds me to put his rug on at night..!!. Everything
has been done at liberty at his pace, with patience and with lots of love.
At nine months he seems to be able to anticipate my thoughts and every day surprises me with how mature he is
becoming..... if only his mum had received the same opportunity....!!
Below are a couple of photos. Regards, Jenni.
About 5 minutes old, check the ears the off
side one was at right angles for a while..!!
Looking for something destructive to do,
Bob was a 'busy' foal
My mate who made the job so much
easier..... note the chestnut shadow..!!
At nine months, he's pretty special....
Connecting WITH HORSES
Hi all,
Well it has been a quiet month since last writing for this magazine.
Equine Influenza has really made its mark here in NSW. Fortunately all my horses are fine
and during this break from teaching I have been able to spend some quality time with them.
CHANGES AND RESCHEDULING
OF PROPOSED COURSES
Ultimate Horsemanship Experience 10 day course @ Moonbi
Due to the EI Outbreak this course had to be moved
to next year.
The new date is March 17th – 30th 2008. So mark
your diaries and take advantage of the savings by
booking and paying your deposit early.
Ultimate Horsemanship Experience - 5
day course
October 8th -12th at Banyandah, near Howlong
WILL be going ahead as it is situated in a Green
Zone.
For any of you that are in a green zone and would like
to attend there are still some positions available. For
those of you that are still unable to travel your horses
but would like to attend we have a couple of different
options for you to attend without horses either as an
auditor and active participant in all simulations and
sessions not involving horses or as an auditor as
above and then using a borrowed horse to participate
in the practical sessions of the Equine Energy and
Bodywork.
The Bathurst - Riding in Synchronicity Course
which was meant to be held on Sept 15th -17th will
hopefully be rescheduled to November 10th-12th
TBA.
The Picton, Sydney, NSW Intermediate / Advanced
courses Sept. 29th – Oct. 1st will probably be
rescheduled for November 17th-19th TBA
IDEAS ON HOW TO MAKE THE
MOST OF YOUR HORSE TIME WHILE
THE RESTRICTIONS ON HORSE
MOVEMENT ARE IN PLACE
‘In the depth of adversity is the height of opportunity’
I heard Ray Hunt say this once and I thought it was a
great saying.
Now is a good time to do things that you normally
wouldn’t have time for or would not make a priority to
do, a time to do something different. Being creatures of
habit it is pretty easy to get stuck in a rut and always do
the same thing. For some of you it will be impossible to
do what you always do so now use this opportunity to
rethink, refocus and do things different.
Here are a few ideas:
• Practise trailer loading and don’t go any where just
feed, groom or even do some body work on your horse
in the trailer. Really let the trailer be a place of comfort.
This will be very helpful for a lot a horses who tolerate
trailers but never feel comfortable or happy in them.
That is a very large percentage of horses. NB. Make
• Do something different that you wouldn’t usually
do that would benefit you mentally, emotionally.
physically or spiritually. It may not be directly related
to horses at all. For example going to a yoga or
meditation class, martial arts, the gym, feldenkrais, a
dance class group or just relaxing and taking some
time for yourself and or your family.
sure the trailer is secure and stable either hooked
up to a vehicle or otherwise secured so there is no
chance of it rolling away.
• Reading – any books – not necessarily about
horsemanship
• Video coaching – make use of Instructors that do
video coaching – I am available for that.
• Just hang out with your horse, and observe him.
• Get your Gym ball out or your feldenkrais/yoga mat
and play with riding simulations or body awareness
and body balancing techniques
• Do Energy and Bodywork work sessions on your
horse and yourself – you might be really surprised how
Enjoy the opportunity to do things different.
NEW WEBSITE AND FORUM
I have a new website for those that haven’t seen it yet
and a forum.
different you horse and you will feel when you get back
to riding after spending more time on this.
N.B. If any of your horses do have the Equine
Influenza working on the heart points will be very
helpful for them.
The idea of the forum is to connect people who have
similar interests and philosophies in regards to
horsemanship and share information.
• Extra time for horse care doing the things you never
get around to doing – soaking the feet, massaging
the legs, cleaning sheaths, and stretching are some
examples of important aspects of horse care and
health that are often neglected and important for
health and peak performance.
There are key topics are:• Events and Courses
• Equipment and Saddlery
• Horse Health
• Training and Riding
• General
I hope you enjoy it. Have a great month,
Mel
UPCOMING HORSEMANSHIP COURSES
For details of courses and bookings contact Mel
email: mel@melfleming.com.au • Ph: 02 67605519
‘Banyandah’ Howlong October 8th-12th (Mel Fleming & Tony Robinson)
(5 day course) Psychology/Synchronicity/
Bodywork
Bellingen, NSW October 26th
October 27th-28th
Introductory ground skills day
Intermediate 2 day course
Maryborough, QLD
November 3rd -5th TBA
Intermediate & Advanced
Bathurst, NSW
November 10th - 12th
Riding witih Synchronicity
Picton, Sydney, NSW
November 17th - 19th TBA Intermediate/Advanced courses
New Zealand, North Island
November 24th- 28th (Mel Fleming & Tony Robinson)
Ulitmate Horse Experience
(5 day course) Psychology/Synchronicity/
Bodywork
New Zealand, South Island
December 1st - 5th (TBA) Ultimate Horse Experience
(5 day course) Psychology/Synchronicity/
(Mel Fleming & Tony Robinson)
Bodywork
Raymond Terrace, NSW
December 8th-10th Intermediate & Advance
November 10th - 11th
Tony Robinson - Bodyworker
OTHER COURSES 2007
Clifton, Qld
Universal Energectic Bodywork Course Contact
Contact: Kate Flynn slynnelectrical@bigpond.com (07) 4697-3315
Moonbi, near Tamworth, NSW
December 15th - 16th
Lower Limb and Hoof Care Course
for shod and unshod horses
Contact: Mel Fleming. mel@melfleming.com.au Phone: 02 6760 5519
COURSES 2008
Coffs Harbour, NSW
February 9th - 11th
Connecting with Horses and Riding with
Synchronicity. Intermediate & Advanced
Adelaide, SA
February TBA
(Mel Fleming & Tony Robinson)
Ultimate Horse Experience
(5 day course) Psychology/Synchronicity/
Bodywork
Bangalow, NSW
1st - 4th March TBA
Connecting with Horses and Riding with
Synchronicity. Intermediate & Advanced
Moonbi, near Tamworth, NSW
17th - 30th March (Mel Fleming & Tony Robinson)
Ultimate Horse Experience
(10 day course) Psychology/Synchronicity/
Bodywork
#124 Halter
from the
Buck Brannaman
Collection
Hand-crafted
equestrian
&
Silver jewellery. **Now in store - RHYTHM BEADS**
$30.00
Made in the USA.
The #124 halter, designed and
used by Buck Brannaman.
Check out my web site & Ebay store. http://www.equusdesigns.net
http://stores.ebay.com.au/Equus-Designs They are 6mm diameter with
nylon core and a 16 strand
nylon cover. The smaller
diameter gives the horseman
greater control and response.
The knot on the end of the tail
allows you to slip the halter over
the horses head without untying
the halter.
Sizes: Saddle Horse, Mule,
Draft, Cob, Arabian, Yearling
and Weanling.
Colours: Brown, Tan, Hunter
Green and Burgundy.
Liz Reed, Naracoorte SA (08) 87620301 or
lizreed@bordernet.com.au
JUST A HORSE
From time to time, someone will comment how they don't understand my
passion for horses. When I try to explain they will generally reply by saying
something like "...but it's just a horse!" I know then that I can't justify in their
minds the distances traveled, the time spent, or the costs involved with owning
"just a horse." But I know you understand...
Many of my proudest moments have happened with "just a horse." Some of my
most peaceful and soulful memories have occurred when my only company
was "just a horse." Some of my saddest times have involved "just a horse."
Because of "just a horse" I will rise early, work hard and look longingly to the
future. And in those days of darkness, the gentle touch of "just a horse" will
give me comfort, understanding and love that will put my soul at ease.
Available from –
"Just a horse" brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better
person. "Just a horse" diverts my thoughts away from myself and the often
trivial worries of the day. "Just a horse" is an embodiment of many of my hopes
and dreams for the future, the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of
living in the moment. "Just a horse" is the thing that keeps me from being "just
a person."
www.naturalequipment.com.au
Or give Lee a call on – 1800 081 541 or So the next time someone says to you it's "just a horse" smile because "they"
just don't understand
By Anonymous
02 4996 5500 Save the Brumbies.
Save the Brumbies, animal welfare
charity, regrets that due to the equine
flu the official opening of the New England Brumby Sanctuary scheduled for
28th October has been cancelled until
further notice.
Horses may be viewed by appointment from November onwards if the
lockdown is under control.
No Open Days will be held until 2008,
refer our web site
www.savethebrumbies.org
for updates." Many thanks, Jan.
Photo sent in by email– so cute!!
Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling ClinicJindabyne,NSW
Postponed due to
Equine Influenza Outbreak
Now introducing Barefoot and Freeform TREELESS SADDLES, as seen on
http://www.horse-connection.com.au/index.html
Organiser will look at new dates for 2008
Weekly Competitions..
While we are doing the EI updates, we are running weekly
competitions. We have had
some great prizes donated...so
look out for the winner each
Thursday!
Hooves
‘The Natural Horse’
By Jamie Jackson.
Vivid accounting of wild horses and their natural habitat. The model for true natural
horse care. 192 pages.
$42.00 + $7.00 P&P
‘Making Natural Hoof Care Work For You’ by Pete Ramey.
Written in down to earth language and chock full of photos and drawings. A perfect
companion to Jamie Jackson’s H.O.G. Horse owners will find countless bits of useful
information in this book to make their hoof care programs more successful. 192 pages.
$42.00 + $7.00 P&P
‘Horse Owners Guide to Natural Hoof Care’ by Jamie Jackson.
The ‘bible’ of the Natural Hoof Care movement. Step by step instructions for the Natural
Trim. For horse owners wanting to do their own hoof work or improve their understanding of Natural Hoof Care, for farriers wanting to transition to Natural Hoof Care, how to
make the successful transition from shod to unshod. 320 pages.
$45.00 + $7.00 P&P
‘Founder: Prevention and Cure the Natural Way’ by Jamie Jackson
Step by step guidelines to natural healing for foundered horses to bring them back to
complete soundness with beautiful naturally shaped and functioning hooves. Extensive
discussion of diet and management issues. 156 pages.
$32.00 + $7.00 P&P
‘Paddock Paradise’ by Jamie Jackson.
A fresh and creative look at ways we can encourage healthy horse movement so essential to our horse’s health. Even smaller paddocks can be fenced in a way to get our
horses ‘on the move’ based on wild horse herd behaviour. For all horses in all climates.
$42.00 + $7.00 P&P
Hoof Trimmer’s Stand
If you are trimming hooves yourself, this hoof stand will save you time and effort. Designed to be comfortable
for horse and trimmer. Height adjustable and robust construction.
$115.00 + $15.00 P&P
For orders please send cheque or money orders to
Glenn Wilson (Hooves Naturally)
149 Waterfall Creek Rd
Tallangatta Valley 3701
Ph 02 6071 0210 or 0418 991 680
or www.waterfallcreek.com.au/horses