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In regards to a training schedule, Successful KBIS British Equestrian Insurance Bemelmans believes horses need National Dressage Convention to spend time out of the stable, whether training, on the horse A RECORD audience of more demonstrate the need for increased walker or turned out for around six than 1,700 devotees turned out for expression in all movements, hours each day. one of the most admired dressage asking for energy in collection and riders and trainers in the world more forwardness in the half-pass. at the KBIS British Equestrian “For that winning Insurance National Convention Said Bemelmans: “Having more edge, the most at Addington Manor Equestrian expression can be the difference important quality to Centre. between a seven and a nine.” look for in a horse is Throughout the two day “When a young horse has talent, To find out more about convention, the German-based it won’t lose it, give them time to a co-operative mind,” the National Convention visit trainer worked with six riders to develop.” he added. he said. www.britishdressage.co.uk.

“It’s always a pleasure to be given More equestrian greats inducted into SPILLERS champagne and chocolates,“ The British Horse Society Hall of Fame congratulates said Lee. “I can indulge while Gentleman stays healthy with his The British Horse Society (BHS) Members of the public can SPILLERS HDF Power cubes and welcomed the latest laureates to cast their votes to nominate Paralympic gold medallist Lee SPILLERS Conditioning mix.” its Equestrian Hall of Fame in a equestrians and horses as Pearson MBE OBE was recently For friendly feeding advice please ceremony held today (Monday, laureates in the BHS Equestrian presented with champagne and telephone the SPILLERS Care-Line 17 November) at the Household Hall of Fame. Suggestions should chocolates by SPILLERS, the on + 44 (0)1908 226626 Cavalry's Hyde Park Barracks. be emailed to HallofFame@bhs. official feed supplier to the British or send an email to org.uk equestrian teams, in celebration of Those joining the ranks of the [email protected]. his phenomenal performance in equestrian greats were riders Ian For further information and For further information visit the . Stark, Michael Whitaker and Ann pictures, please contact: Alison SPILLERS website at www.spillers-feeds.com. Moore, while Over To You and Mr Coleman at The British Horse Lee, partnered by Gold Softee took their place alongside Society on 01926 707737 or Gentleman, his magnificent 17.2hh other equine legends. Lucinda [email protected]. Hannovarian gelding, won three Green, who was inducted into gold medals in dressage at the the Hall of Fame in 2005, also Beijing this attended the ceremony to receive year. This is the third Paralympics her certificate. in succession that Lee has achieved the remarkable success BHS Chairman Patrick Print said: of triple gold. "Ian, Mark, Ann and Lucinda have all made remarkable SPILLERS nutritionist Charlotte contributions to equestrianism Blaken, who provides nutrition and deserve to be honoured. Over advice for Lee’s Staffordshire yard To You has had a fantastic career and is also one of his biggest fans, while Mister Softee achieved a was thrilled to present him with remarkable record of success." the gift from SPILLERS. Riders Lounge Riders Lounge News & Events Raymond Horse of the The British Horse Society recognises The 2008 award winners are: Mrs Sarah Bucks, Access Award Brooks-Ward 'unsung heroes' of the horse world Year Show Mrs Sue Montilla, Access Award The British Horse Society today (Thursday, 20 November 2008) showed its Memorial Trophy Cambridgeshire County Council, Access Award Highlights appreciation to the individuals and organisations who have supported the leading Winner Announced equestrian charity’s work - at an awards ceremony in London. The Forestry Commission East Anglia, Access Award Olympia, The London Grandstand Media Ltd, organiser of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS), The BHS Scotland Committee, Chairman’s Commendation Christmas The BHS presented 23 awards to individuals or organisations who have made an International Horse Show is first ever is delighted to announce that Sky outstanding contribution to the BHS's work, at the event at Saddlers' Hall in the City of Mr Tony Parker, Leo Harris Award shopping for Para-Equestrian Dressage rider to Sports will broadcast a highlights Welcomes... London. Mrs Vera Harrison, Leo Harris Award win accolade programme of this year’s Diamond everyone, Jubilee Show on New Year’s Day. The prestigious awards – presented by the Society’s President Desi Dillingham - Angelo Telatin BHSI, The Overseas Award Katie Price This year’s recipient of the highlighted the amazing work that goes on behind the scenes on behalf of Britain's RAF Leuchars, Safety Award made easy The two hour programme Katie Price fans will be delighted Raymond Brooks-Ward Memorial horses and riders. provides equestrian fans with Miss Sarah Bassett BHSI, The BHS Silver Stirrup At Olympia, The London to hear that she is attending this Trophy will go for the first time to another chance to catch the best Patrick Print, Chairman and a Fellow of The British Horse Society, said: “These Mr Mike Kidd & Miss Chris Pollett, The BHS Silver Stirrup International Horse Show year’s Olympia, The London a Para-Equestrian Dressage rider, action from HOYS 2008 including award winners are the unsung heroes of equestrianism – people who quietly and International Horse Show (16th – Sophie Christiansen. Mr Eric Smiley FBHS, Trainers Award the Top Show Jumping Classes, ceaselessly graft away for the good of all riders and drivers. Their achievements are With Over 220 shopping 22nd December 08). Miss Jane Hemingway, Welfare Award Pony Club Mounted Games for immense and we thank them for all they have done." stalls, Olympia is THE place to Previous riders to have received Katie will be at the show the Prince Philip Cup, Scurry Mr Bryan Freemantle, Welfare Award shop till you drop! the award since it began in promoting her new equestrian 1992 include Pippa Funnell, Racing and the HOYS Dressage Mr Frank Armstrong, Welfare Award clothing and horsewear range, KP Ditch the cold high street this Zara Phillips, Tina Cook, Robert Masterclass featuring Katie Price. Miss Alice Jaggard, Youth Award Equestrian, with product signings December and come to Olympia, Whitaker and last year’s winner on Wednesday 17th, Friday 19th, This year’s HOYS at Birmingham’s Miss Melanie Scott, Elwyn Hartley-Edwards Award The London International Horse Ellen Whitaker. Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st NEC attracted over 56,000 visitors Mrs Alison Harris, Award of Merit Show (16th – 22nd December) and was hailed as one of the December. Miss Grainne Sugars, Award of Merit for all your Christmas shopping A delighted Sophie said: “I feel most magnificent shows to date. needs. With over 220 stalls from Those with either an afternoon or totally honoured to be recognised Highlights included one of Britain’s Mrs Sue Quarendon, Long Service Award, 30 Years equestrian clothing to jewellery, evening ticket for the horse show with such a prestigious award. favourite riders, Robert Whitaker, Mrs Cherry Elvin, Long Service Award, 30 Years beauty to entertainment, will benefit, since Katie’s signings It really makes it all worthwhile clearing the famous brick wall at Mrs Jane Kerswell, Long Service Award, 25 Years Olympia’s Christmas shopping will take place from around 5:30pm when other people notice your 7ft 3inches on Finbarr V to win village has the right present for each night, ensuring evening ticket achievements. I couldn’t ask for a the Puissance and Ireland’s Billy Mrs Juliet Worsley, Long Service Award, 30 Years everyone! holders do not miss out.* better Christmas present!” Twomey winning the prestigious For further information and pictures, please contact: Katie said: “It’s great I’ve had so ‘Leading Show Jumper of the Year’ The Communications Department, The British Horse Society, Olympia recommends: much support this year from the Team GB’s Equestrian Team with Je T'aime Flamenco. 01926 707737 or [email protected] Leader Will Connell said: “I am The Sock Company stock the equestrian world – both for me personally as a rider and for my delighted for Sophie. She is a Highlights from this year’s cosiest sleep socks around. But be fantastic team member who is Your Chance quick – these top sellers sold out new company, KP Equestrian. I’ve Horse of the Year Show URGENT NOTICE had such fun incorporating my 100% dedicated to achieving will be shown on Sky Sports to Watch the by day three of Olympia last year. hobby into my professional life. I excellence. It was an absolute TO ALL READERS Visit the BSJA stand where you honour to work with her at the at the following times: Northern Ireland think everyone will agree that I’ve - Unknown person gained can pick up Team GB Toggi gear. Paralympics.” International Perfect for budding Olympians! definitely caused a big stir with my Date Time Channel access to yard in Norfolk! glamorous riding wear! I’ve had so And finally, make sure you visit 01/01/09 9am Sky Sports Horse Show I have just received a call from a many lovely emails and letters from Raymond’s son and Olympia’s ! Worldequestrian.com where Event Director Simon Brooks- 3 & HD 3 DO you want to catch up on top customer saying a man had just Olympia’s Official merchandise riders thanking me for bringing Ward added: “There was a lot 01/01/09 4pm Sky Sports class showjumping action from come onto his yard, stating he will be on sale. fun and sparkle to the industry so I works for Farmkey and needs to obviously wasn’t alone in wanting of competition this year but 2 & HD 2 Ireland? Sophie is such a successful and see the passports of their horses to feel glamorous around the yard. Now’s your chance thanks to new And before you leave Olympia, inspirational rider that she quickly 01/01/09 11.30pm Sky Sports to check they have a record of why not purchase tickets for I can’t wait to go to Olympia, both 2 & HD 2 coverage on Horse & Country TV. the Freezemark number on the to watch all those amazing riders became the obvious choice. It other top equestrian events next This year’s Northern Ireland passport!! and to meet all my fans at my KP will be a proud moment for me year, including the Royal Windsor Horse of the Year Show 2009: International Horse Show held Equestrian signings. Olympia has and my brothers to present her We think the man has gathered Horse Show (May 09) and the FEI 7th-11th October at the Odyssey Arena in Belfast always been one of my favourite with the award at Olympia.” that the horses are freezemark by European Jumping and Dressage attracted top riders from all over the shows – as every rider knows, Box Office (opens January Farmkey from the gate sign that Championships (Aug 09) which world including the USA, Belgium, Christmas isn’t Christmas without a To view Sophie’s full 2009): 08719 45 45 00 they have on the paddock. When will be on sale in the foyer. France and the Netherlands. the customer queried this the visit to Olympia!” biography, visit http://www. man he produced a card with the equestrianteamgbr.com/rider- Show information and online Horse & Country TV is giving Tickets for entry into the Simon Brooks-Ward, Olympia’s Farmkey logo and photograph id detail.php?id=19 booking: www.hoys.co.uk viewers the chance to watch the shopping village only cost Event Director added: “We are and said his name was Martin!! thrilling action as the biggest show just £7 – so what are you delighted to welcome Katie Price jumping stars compete for the We don't have a technician and Derby House to Olympia. waiting for?! £100,000 jackpot. called Martin and we don't give Katie’s KP Equestrian range has photograph ID!! something for everyone and our A big hit with showjumping fans visitors will be thrilled to get the the show provided some top class Please can you circulate and warn chance to meet her.” entertainment and thanks to Horse ASAP, please advise people to JUMP-OFF JODIE MODELS MUSTO & Country TV – great winter viewing not allow anyone onto their yard Ticket Information: Tickets for The Olympia London International Horse Show are priced is now the order of the day. without a prior appointment or between £23 and £49 (£23, £33, £43, £49) with various discounts available for groups, seniors and Keen horsewoman Jodie Kidd models the GORE-TEX Show checking with the office before children. Tickets for entry into the Shopping Village only cost £7. Jumping Jacket from the new range of Musto garments designed, Tune into Sky Channel 280 allowing access. developed and produced specifically for Express Eventing throughout December and January For further information and confirmed programme of events please visit If you get any more reports of (Millennium Stadium 30 Nov), at which she will competed in the to watch the show. www.olympiahorseshow.com. For tickets, call the box office on 0844 412 4634. this please let me know. OLYMPIA celebrity jump-off against Tara Palmer Tomkinson. Office number 0870 870 7107. Riders Lounge Riders Lounge News & Events A Call BRITS MAKE for Help! CLEAN A call for help lead them to peer An urgent rescue was put into HORSE SAVED DUE TO TEAMWORK behind a high hedge where they effect by Ted Barnes of World Horse SWEEP OF found two Shetlands whereupon Welfare, (WHW). After the rescue A partnership between Hampshire they immediately noted that they the chestnut received emergency EXPRESS Fire and Rescue Service, the were in very poor condition, the surgery to remove some teeth EVENTING RSPCA and local vets has once chestnut Shetland also having and while this operation was in again proved successful after they long feet. This information was Oliver Townend has won the very saved a trapped New Forest pony. immediately passed to one of our first Express Eventing International HFRS Control Room operators Field Officers who rang our Centre Cup and picked up £100,000 prize handled a 999 call at 06:47am on with further details. money. Monday, November 24 to reports On arrival they were greeted with Lucy Wiegersma came second and of a pony trapped in wiring at unbelievable horror. The chestnut British Olympian William Fox-Pitt Keyhaven Marshes, near the Gun pony with the long feet was also was placed third in the Twenty20 Inn in the New Forest. found to have hamster-like pouches Yet again dog walkers have come of equestrianism at the Millennium on its cheeks! On closer inspection to the rescue and helped to put Stadium today. They arrived to find the yearling it was found that the pouch pony trapped by its hind legs in an end to terrible suffering! The equestrian sport of eventing appearance was actually being stock fencing and barbed wire. We have to reassure ourselves that was showcased as never before caused by severely distorted teeth were devastated that she had to the best was done as quickly as with the launch of a fast-paced, The incident occurred in that were protruding sideways in be euthanized. We only knew possible and certainly before the glamorous new form of the sport. brambles, down a slope and the such a gross fashion as to make the her for a short time but we will progress it was discovered that onset of colder wet weather. It only pony may have been there some cheeks bulge outwards. Of course never forget yet another brave Oliver Townend, who finished the poor animal also had a two takes one phone call to help the time before being spotted by a uneaten grass was also present and little pony that suffered so cruelly his combined cross country and inch gash wound in both cheeks suffering of animals to end; dog passing dog walker. dropping from its mouth. Basically in the hands of her heartless showjumping in just 4mins 25 caused by the out-growing teeth. walkers particularly, please keep it was unable to eat. It was one owners. The black pony that was seconds, said: “This has been an Crews from Lymington and X-rays revealed that the it also had your ears and eyes open; it was you of the worst cases of emaciation also very thin is now recovering amazing day. I knew I could go fast, Eastleigh fire stations were in irreversible damage to the pedal folk that initiated the relief of this that they had seen where the pony at the WHW Centre at Hall Farm. but I didn’t think I could go that attendance along with HFRS bones which would have made horrendous suffering. was still able to stand. The black We went to visit her the other movement very painful for her. fast. Animal Rescue Specialist, Jim pony was also very poor and it day and she is doing very well, Brownbread Horse Rescue, Green. After all the efforts to bring her to was obvious that both ponies were although it was sad to see her Ashburnham, Battle, E Sussex. “The preparations for this event safety and into caring hands we suffering from starvation. without her chestnut companion. TN33 9NX 01424 892381 have been intense, but it has Watch Manager Green said: certainly upped my game. And, it “We believe the pony had been has been great for the sport. If we trapped for some time and it was Shearwater double support for talented young dressage horses! can increase people’s interest and important to release it as quickly In continuation of Shearwater’s ongoing support to riders and horses in the dressage arena – helping to spot the stars of the future. enjoyment of eventing then it really as possible but the location across all disciplines, the successful insurance broker have now doubled is going to be a huge boost for us prevented crews from working their sponsorship in the dressage world by taking on the Shearwater Jeremy Lawton, Managing Director at Shearwater Insurance Ltd is pleased and our sport.” Potential Dressage Horse Championships. to be able to support up and coming horses in the sport. “The Shearwater safely around the animal. A Young Dressage Horse Championships has proven highly successful over fundamental control measure in The Millennium Stadium was Following on from the success of the Shearwater Young Dressage Horse the years, with many past champions going on to compete at Advanced these cases is chemical restraint transformed from a rugby stadium Championships for 4, 5 and 6 year olds the additional championship level and represent Great Britain.” in the form of sedation or after the Wales v Australia game to culminates at the National Dressage Championships on Sunday 31st sometimes full anaesthesia.” September 2009. Following a different format - similar to a show class - the The Shearwater Young Dressage Horse Championships will now be held an equestrian arena in less than 12 as part of the Hartpury Festival of Dressage CDI and Premier League show, Shearwater Potential Dressage Horse Championships will be judged by an hours. Peter Tunney, an equine vet from experienced panel of professionals who will look at each horse’s potential held on 15th – 19th July. For the very first time, 12 to 14,000 Seadown Vets, was quickly on spectators could watch all three scene and after being equipped Para Equestrian Dressage success recognised at BEWA awards ceremony disciplines – dressage, show with safety line and helmet, gave jumping and cross-country - from the pony sufficient sedative to Two of para equestrian dressage’s Lee, picking up the title for the remarkable 21 gold medals since She is also this year’s winner one seat, and follow the progress of enable a safe rescue with no brightest stars were recognised for 2nd time, was unable to collect starting para equestrian dressage of the Raymond Brooks-Ward every horse and rider at each stage further trauma to the pony. their outstanding achievements the award in person as he was competitions and has an unbeaten Memorial trophy presented to of the competition. at the annual British Equestrian out of the country in Buenos Aires Paralympic record, achieving treble the most promising dressage, The world renowned Pierre Jim added: “Once released Writer’s Association awards attending the FEI (International gold at every Games since 2000. show jumping or event rider from the fence and assessed lunch, held at the Queens Club in Equestrian Federation) general under 25 years old. Michelet designed the course. London on the 20th November. assembly in his official capacity Fellow Paralympian Sophie Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene by the vet, firefighters Lee Pearson MBE OBE was as chairman of the FEI athletes Christiansen, 21, picked up the Both Lee and Sophie were Phillips and musical mastermind made the pony comfortable awarded the BEWA trophy for committee. Instead he asked para under-25’s trophy to add to her members of the gold winning Andrew Lloyd Webber gave their allowing it to come round the Equestrian Personality of the equestrian dressage team manager growing collection of accolades. Paralympic team 2008 in outspoken views on the freestyle from the sedative. year while Sophie Christiansen David Hunter to collect the award The youngest ever para equestrian Hong Kong, a title GB has held dressage to music. on his behalf. David spoke of was presented with the Vivien dressage rider to win gold at a since the competition began Stuart Buntine, event organiser, “The ponies owner arrived and took it back Batchelor Trophy for the most the enormous honour Lee felt to Paralympic games commented; in 1996. and said: “It has been an extremely services at a rescue, just like we outstanding rider under 25. receive this recognition and “It’s been an amazing last few completed the exciting day with the world’s top to the farm where it is expected to make a would work with a paramedic at passed on Lee’s apologies months, I feel totally honoured to team line up. We were also riders and horses taking part. I full recovery.” a road collision and provide us and heartfelt thanks. David win two such prestigious awards. represented by a further three walked around the stadium and members of the public and the with the correct drugs regime for also paid tribute to Pearson’s It makes it all worthwhile when individual competitors, Ricky have spoken to many people who Trapped animals are unaware that animal itself. HFRS also hosts the task." incredible success and to other people recognise your Balshaw, Felicity Coulthard came along. Everyone I saw loved firefighters are there to help and trauma care courses for vets the achievements of the achievements.” and . Between the concept and was having a great often react instinctively against in association with the British The stop message was received at whole Paralympic squad in them the squad scooped an time. We are committed to taking what it perceives as an aggressor. Equine Veterinary Association. 09:12am and stated that the horse Hong Kong. Sophie’s name joins the realms unprecedented four individual this event forwards.” had been successfully released of Ellen Whitaker, Laura gold and five individual silver Jim said: “It is imperative that safe “This is a pioneering course and firefighters would remain The 34 year old from Bechtolsheimer and Ben Maher, all medals making it Britain’s most Jodie Kidd won the celebrity working practices are developed which gives vets knowledge of at the scene while the horse’s Staffordshire has won a previous recipients of this award. successful Games ever. showdown with in order to protect firefighters, how to work with the emergency sedation wore off. Tara Palmer-Tomkinson. Riders Lounge Riders Lounge Readers Letters Team Talk

We recently had a horse at the Horsemart In all honesty, there is absolutely NO excuse welcomes three CRUELTY for this sort of disgusting behaviour, as there yard go down with laminitis, new team members are countless options available to re-home which was a shock to us all. Henry It makes me cross that in or even give advice for owners who are to the team. He is not over weight and is, in fact, in the best condition struggling. If vetinary treatment is needed, this day and age there is he has ever been. Luckily the attack was not too server We were inundated it is paramount that the horses/animals still so much animal cruelty and he is well on his way to recovery but it’s a quick health issues are dealt with promptly- not with CV’s so reminder that laminitis is not just a spring summer occurring across the world. left to fester and develop. Not only is this congratulations to disease and does not just effect ponies. This year there detrimental to the health of the animal but This has been targeted by high profile is just so much grass and with our hayledge being you all and I hope an IGNORED problem, if not caught in campaigns across the board via all incredibly rich the combination just proved too much. time, could result in a fatality, or serious, you enjoy being communication options, e.g., (radio, Even with the extra grass, the cold nights do make you long term health issues. On a financial note- here as much as television, internet, and magazines), tempted to give that little bit extra, be it feed or hay even obviously a minor problem is much more and yet STILL, people are obtaining though they don’t need it. we do! horses and other animals without, economical to treat than a serious illness due to neglect. It is definitely worth thinking about feeding regimes at A) Doing their research this time of year. With less light it get difficult to ride Welcome... I would beseech anyone thinking about during the week and daily feeds should be reduced down Photo is courtesy of Spidge Event Photography. on the needs of the making the important decision to become accordingly, too much feed can lead to weight gain, animal, responsible for the potentially fabulous We’ve been busy in excitability or even Laminitis, as we have discovered. the last month and have What a busy month it has been! ... Fiona Raitt, Sales Executive B) Ensuring adequate and precious creatures we promote, to thoroughly do your homework on the - Kate, Sussex been to several events, We’ve played jumping at home indoors, but the tests outside. She Hi , A little bit about me... and responsible breed and history of the horse before mainly indoor driving trials over the jump stacks which was went and did her first test prelim 12 I have been riding since I was 3 and it has with Bobby but also I took accommodation is making a commitment. If you know Its Christmas and we all like to great for schooling, my older horse and did a very sweet test scoring always been part of my life. I am very supplied, of anyone not capable of treating their Mum’s horse, Tulla out to was generally quite spooked by 67% and coming 4th. We then lucky owner of a stunning 5 year old Irish animals with the dedication and respect spoil our horses at Christmas time do some indoor jumping there new look at coluorful patterns waited indoors before warming sport Horse called Henry who I have now as she is green and hasn’t this was great as its always good up for my next test, during this And in some cases it they deserve, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE I love Christmas day and it’s a tradition that my sister owned for over a year. really been indoors much to try and be working at a higher time, having got wet from the rain, seems that owners are stop the unnecessary stress or suffering to and I always go for a Christmas ride first thing in the and usually doesn’t like the standard than you are competing Winnie decided this would be the I have been very lucky to find a job with the animal, and report this to the relevant morning, we dress up in our tinsel and ride rode viewing galleries. She did so its always good to ask a bit perfect opportunity to try and roll in Horsemart, what better then to talk to C) Completely without authorities. the local village. It’s a lovely time of the year why really well and got over her more of them at home than you the lovely sand in the indoor school, people all day about the thing that you a working conscience! - Louise, West Sussex not involve the horses too there part of the family as fears and jumped some will when you take them out she was promptly yanked up and love. Not many people can look forward well. As many fellow riders probably do as well, they clear rounds. competing. I also schooled my brushed off before I got on to warm to going to work on a cold winters have to have there stocking too, so what will we fill sisters horse Winnie round them, up for her 2nd test. 62% and coming Monday morning and I guess that I am Letter of the month them with this year? Carrots, apples, suede and some Bobby is doing really well and she took them in her stride 5th. So a brilliant learning outing one of the lucky ones. naughty tip bits too and perhaps a new lead rope to and has been to three she’s so enthusiastic she jump that for her. Dear editor, replace the soggy well wintered current one that’s events. He has came 5th she wasn’t worried about what was Kindest regards, Fiona covered in mud. Merry Christmas Horsemart readers. at Royal Leisure in West With Winnie going on so many underneath the fence – but its all Sussex, 7th and best junior outings Addy was feeling slightly I read your feature on clipping - Tracey, Hertfordshire good experience for her. at Golden Cross in East left out so I took a day’s holiday off ... Louise Walters, in the last issue with real interest. Sussex and 6th at Merrist Clear round jumping 2nd November work to take her out show jumping Sales Executive This was a fantastic feature and emphasised the importance of bringing horsemanship right back Wood in Guildford these - We took Winnie to Sands Farm to Royal Leisure in Henfield on type of indoor driving Equitation Centre for her first indoor Tuesday 18th. We had a great day My name is Louise Walters, 33 years to basics and examining your own relationship with your horse is key to establishing a positive role clear round. I took her into the old. A recent recruit on the Horsemart model on the ground and under saddle. trial events are run all and she jumped like a super star, over the country We are main arena for her first clear round she did a cracking clear round in the glossy section. My family consists of a I have always struggled to be a positive role model with most of my horses, due to a severe lack of confidence, however with the help of an now going to do some and although it was very babyish Newcomers getting us through to 14 year old Son called Jack, my 8 month equine behaviourist, sports physiologist and regular lessons with a fantastic trainer, I have really turned a corner with my horse and now realise training as we need some and she fell back to trot to a few the jump off, she was flying round old puppy Bullmastiff x Rottweiler called that one of us had to be in charge and that my lack of confidence really was effecting my horses own confidence and self believe! Although he practice with our driven fences she did really well and did and I got a little over excited and Biggie, Dressage and also he gets a lovely clear round. We then did a sometimes like to ‘test’ the water, we have a much more positive relationship and far less ‘scary’ moments from my point of view, as he now pushed for a ridiculously long stride My bitch Staffordshire bull terrier called so excited in the cones that second clear round to finish. accepts that there are boundaries and we are both much happier – in fact, he has always been a bit cheeky about having his face clipped out, that she’d never makes and she just Cassie who is now 15 years old and still he becomes less accurate. but recently I attempted it with no issues at all – I see as further evidence of our good relationship and also a credit to the support and guidance Dressage at Ardingly – 8th clipped it, but our time was just fast going strong, and our big black cat called He is, as always loving we have been lucky to glean from those with knowledge! November. In order to try and enough to place us 7th out of 20. 2-pac, (who rules the roost). - Mrs Cozens, London his obstacles and is doing get Winnie to settle at shows we So a great day off work!!! { really well and clocking up I have always had a passion for horses. booked her into some dressage as My sister also did her first dressage • Hose down your horses legs and struggling seen a result and less some really fast times and Unfortunately due to ‘life’ I am not in It is sadly, that time of year again Mud fever affects most horses well this month, this time a different this month, I hacked Winnie over to when those of us that own a and ponies during winter and wash off any excess mud. itchy happy horse. also nearly throwing Dad location and tests. We went to the a position to have my own horse at off the back of the carriage the local college where they were the moment. My last horse was called early spring. Resulting in a If the horse has already got scabs South of England show ground horse susceptible to • Dry down with a towel (or even Wood yard Training were holding ‘ Keep Guessing’, a 16h 3 bay gelding, painful sores and scabs, which don’t pick off . Leave the scab to in the process. The only where Ardingly Riding Club was are dreading. better use a hairdryer). dressage, and she did her first walk thoroughbred x Arab. Obviously I was mud fever in severe cases can make a horse naturally fall of, just keep clean unfortunate bit about holding there winter dressage show. • Once dried cover the infected and trot test scoring 67.33% - So biased, but he was the most amazing I have now lost count of how lame. and moisturized, if your horse has being out competing at We were entered for Prelim 4 and area with udder cream, the same well done Nicki. boy ever and broke my heart when I was many times I have asked the feathers always cut them back this time of year is the 12. As usual SOE had been blessed My one bit of advice is to keep as used on the cows udder and weather but we are all unable to continue to be his Mum. advice of various different and make sure that the area that with British weather (pouring Tracey Duncan, your horses legs dry and well be liberal with it. enjoying it nether the less. people from the vet to my the mud fever is prone to infecting rain) fortunately the warm up was Sales Executive I‘m now with the horsemart team, I’m moisturized. It sounds silly but We are having a bit of a ridding instructor and friends of • It will soak in over night, and start is cut right back so that it is easier lucky enough to now be working in an it works. break now to do some mine, who’s horses also suffer to form a waterproof barrier. for your to maintain. environment I love, with like- minded training but we will be out from this. Make it a routine and it will be ladies. I have always been in sales and to • Apply liberal again first thing in Conclusion: again after Christmas. So easy to look after and prevent. combine my career with something I love Mud fever is a group of diseases the morning and their legs will be Prevention watch this space. is just every girls dream. Fantastic! for the horses. This causes • When you bring your horse protected during the day. is better irritation and dermatitis in the in after their wonderful day of I have followed this routine and I than cure. Sam Kelly, Kindest Regards, lower limbs of horses. gallivanting around the field. have finally after three months of – Fiona, Sailsbury Sales Executive Louise