INSIDE the December/January 16/17 issue
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CONTACT - Prove the Rein Part 1 by Sophie Warren
Contact is a common word in the equestrian world, and we have all heard it at some stage: but what does it really mean, and why is it such an important consideration for all riders?

THE HORSE'S WATERWORKS by Kaye Meynell
The horse’s urinary system performs a number of vital functions.It’s important to recognise what’s normal so any problems that may occur can be addressed promptly.

SURVIVING SNAKE BITE by Michael Howard
Victorian harness race trainer, Lance Justice, fought to save his horse after it was bitten by an eastern brown snake.

EXERCISE UNDER SADDLE part 2 by Tanja Kraus
These six exercises heighten the horse’s responsiveness to the rider and improve their suppleness and strength to perform better under saddle in any discipline.

PULLING THE MANE by Nicole Groves
Thinning of the horse’s mane creates a mane that’s a manageable length and thickness for showing and plaiting.

TAILORED TO A PERFECT SILHOUETTE by Wendy Elks
The revolution in materials and styling of competition wear gives riders every opportunity to dress for success.

HORSE WELFARE
A number of high profile cases, involving many horses, have left the community shocked at the state of the animals involved and asking how could it have happened.

THE IMPORTANCE OF TURN-OUT by Kit Prendegast
Owners need to recognise the negative outcomes that can result from the way that many horses are being kept.

The importance of turn-out for gut health.		making a difference to the quality of feed.		This horse not only survived snake bite but is back winning.

BRUMBIES IN THE NEW AGE
They’re the stuff of legends, roaming over vast tracts of the countryside. How many should be allowed to remain in certain areas is presently under debate.

THE AUSTRALIAN BRUMBY CHALLENGE
This unique event sees totally wild brumbies partnered with experienced trainers and taken from wild to be ready to be re-homed in 150 days.

IN FRONT OF THE LEG by Sarah Warne
A term that can leave some riders confused as to what it means and how to achieve it. A prompt and correct response to the aid with the appropriate level of energy is the aim.

THE CENTRE OF THE SADDLE by Dr Ian Bidstrup
The third in this series on saddles focusses on the middle section and the girth attachments.

NUTRIENTS IN THE SOIL by Dr Jennifer Stewart
The nutrients found in Australian soils can vary markedly, having an impact on the quality of the horse’s pasture and potential deficiencies in their diet.

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