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Kate Redmond never set out to build a social media following, but when a video of her horses swimming with dolphins went viral, thousands were soon following her life with horses in the Pilbara. Their regular beach adventures - beautifully captured on our cover by photographer Sharon Lee Chapman - might just have you planning a trip to the beach with your own horse.
From beach bliss to more serious matters, this issue looks at the difficult topic of euthanasia and whether to stay with your horse in its final moments - a decision most horse owners will face at some point. Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts with us on this emotional topic.
We also look at vet safety, and what we as horse owners can do to help prevent injuries - and who is responsible if one happens on our property. Plus, join us for a carriage driving holiday through Poland and a visit to the breeding establishment for Austria's famous Lipizzaner stud.
We hope you find this issue gives you plenty to think about and reminds you of why we love horses, through both the good times and the hard ones. Sandy, Tracy and the Hoofbeats Team
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When Behaviour is a Symptom
They do not limp.
They gallop in the paddock.
They buck, they play, they look fine ... until you ask for something they cannot comfortably do.
For many horses the first sign of a soundness issue is not lameness but behaviour, making it vital to recognise the red flags that something could be wrong before training becomes a battle neither of you can win.
It All Starts With The Legs
The lower leg provides the security for the rider whilst allowing communication to the horse for go and turn aids - meaning the wrong position will contribute strongly to the safety of the rider and the horse understands the wishes of the rider.
Nutrition for the Off-The-Track Thoroughbred
Transitioning an OTT Thoroughbred to a career beyond the racetrack requires a targeted feeding strategy that optimises body condition, supports muscle development, and maintains digestive health.
After the Pain of Acute Laminitis Has Passed.
Although the pain of the flareup has lessened and the horse is recovering, the chronic metabolic issues that tend to cause acute laminitis have not gone away.
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Keeping Vets Safe
Equine vets can face serious physical risks, something that Dr Annemarie Cullimore was reminded of when she was seriously injured by a kick to her face. It's important that horse owners consider how they can help prevent injuries during vet visits.
Who is liable when your vet or farrier is injured?
Horse owners owe a duty of care to those working on their property and must take steps to provide a safe environment.
The Euthanasia Question
The decision of whether to be present or not with your horse during euthanasia is a profoundly personal one and is often the hardest choice an owner can face.
What Does Neglect Really Look Like?
When people hear the word neglect, they often picture a skinny, uncared for horse, but recognising neglect is not always so straightforward.
A Journey Through Time - a carriage driving holiday in Poland
What better way to enjoy timeless landscapes, graceful architecture and staying in beautifully restored Polish palaces than with a five day carriage driving holiday.
Breeding for the Spanish Riding School
Dedicated to the breeding of Lippizan horses, the Piber Federal Stud has produced the famous stallions for the Riding School for more than one hundred years.
Horses, Heat and the Red Dirt Life
Kate Redmond never set out to build a following on social media, but ever since a video of her horses with dolphins went viral she has kept thousands captivated by her life with horses in the Pilbara.
Feeding for Fertility
Compared with other domesticated animals, horses have some of the lowest fertility rates. Nutrition plays an important role in fertility health for stallions and mares, along with the health of the resulting foal.
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See the Green Horse section each issue for practical tips and advice to help your horse and property.
Rails That Last - choosing the right fence rails for your horse property.
Turning Weeds into Liquid Gold - turn your weeds into something valuable.
Farmshare Agistment - the Airbnb for horses.
Flood Mapping For the Future
Choosing Fence Rails for Your Property
Fence rails are the visible barrier that keeps horses contained and safe. For many horse owners, what to choose can come down to balancing three things - appearance, cost and safety.
Turning Weeds into Liquid Gold
Weeds can be an inconvenient fact of life on a horse property, but there is a simple way to turn them into something valuable - fermented weed tea.
