August/September 2005
Vol 27 No 2

PASSING THE BUCK by Liz Tollarzo
It pays to be prepared for this behaviour by knowing the reasons why bucking may occur, being able to recognise the warning signs of an impending buck and having a ‘plan of action’ for both regaining control and ensuring your own safety as a rider.

STABLE DESIGN - The Dairy Stable by Kylie Melrose
Rather than demolishing the old dairy, the new owner opted to renovate, giving the Tamworth property a unique feel in keeping with the history and inherent charm of the local area.

ACCELERATED WOUND HEALING
by Dr David Murphy, Murdoch University
New techniques in veterinary practices are assisting in accelerated healing - several of these are borrowed from technology already being used on humans.

LATERAL THINKING with Dr Paul McGreevy by Amanda Macpherson
Research shows that horses may have the same natural tendency as humans to be more dominant one side than the other, which could affect behaviour, trainability and performance.

HAIRSTYLE HOW-TO
With all the new fashions and upgraded helmet regulations, how to wear your hair in the showring can be a dilemma. As with most areas of fashion, moderation and co-ordination are the keys to looking professional.

OVER TO YOU
Your chance to have a say! Readers give their thoughts on a range of topics.

PRODUCT NEWS
Keeping readers informed on new products and where to find them.

UNUSUAL OCCUPATIONS - Carlton Brewery Clydesdales by Nicola Field
Although horses have not been used for regular beer deliveries since 1952, in the interests of tradition, Carlton Brewery has maintained a team of Clydesdales.

RESCUE HORSE - Jock’s Story by Kerry Heather
Estimated to be 21years old, this pony was in an emaciated and neglected condition until a group of ladies came to his rescue. In four months he has regained his ‘spark’ and some condition and now enjoys a new life as a young girl’s much loved pony.

LEARNING TO LUNGE The Art Of Lungeing- part two
There are many subtle differences in lungeing technique that can either ‘make or break’ the process - most relating to communication with the horse. In this second part of the series, starting the horse and correct use of commands are explained.

LIVING WITH LAMINITIS with Sonja Vandermark by Karen McDonald
Early detection and aggressive treatment strategies are some of the ways current research recommends for management of this potentially devastating condition, as once a horse has foundered, it will always be prone to subsequent attacks.

ASSESSING JUMPING TALENT
Gauging a horse’s potential for a given discipline is often difficult, however, there may be a simpler and more accurate method to assess jumping talent than studying pedigree, conformation and movement.

HORSEFRONT
The latest in news, veterinary advances and horse happenings.
READER’S STORY by Sandy Hannan
When a young colt tangled with a star picket he was lucky to avoid castration. Unfortunately, there was worse news to come.