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AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2006
Vol 28 No 2

BREAK THE BOREDOM with Steve Brady by Karen McDonald
When schooling sessions are suffering from monotony and a lack of structure, try these innovative ways to ‘freshen up’ a tired training regime.

RISKY BUSINESS by Tracy Tillman
A basic knowledge of sedatives and tranquilisers is a valuable asset for any horse owner wanting to be informed about, and involved in, decisions that affect equine health and well-being.

READERS’ DOGS AND HORSES
Following the Friend or Foe article in last issue, readers have contributed photographs of how their dogs interact with horses.

FORCED HELPLESSNESS by Uwe Spenlen
The debate on training methods that employ hyperflexion of the horse’s neck continues to rage, with this article by German judge and trainer, Uwe Spenlen, stressing a return to classical principles is necessary for the future of dressage.

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

HORSE PLAY - Equine toys by Jodie Ween
Equiball, the Romp-n-Roll, the Eggbutt, and the Pasture Pal are not the latest amusements for toddlers, but just a few of the items now available not only for ‘ entertaining’ horses but to enhance their natural behaviour and well-being.

MAKING THE CONNECTION - Unsteady hands by Wendy Murdoch
In the fifth part of the series, internationally recognised instructor Wendy Murdoch discusses why a rider’s hands may become unsteady or uneven and how to address these common problem areas.

PRODUCT NEWS
Keeping readers informed about new or unusual products, and where to find them.

BOOK REVIEW
The latest releases are reviewed in our Book and CD Review.

MECHANICAL HORSE - a kinder way to learn by Coralie Smyth
By removing some of the demands a rider has to cope with, such as controlling direction, speed and tempo, this mechanical device - the Equisimulator - can help to make a horse’s training more comfortable and less confusing.

LUNGEING - running reins by Liz Tollarzo
The eighth article in this series focusses on the various types of running reins that can be used when lungeing to encourage lowering of the head and rounding of the outline.

WARNING BELLS EARLY DETECTION OF FOALING PROBLEMS
by Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA)
By being able to detect early warning signs of difficulties in the pregnancy of a mare, the birthing process and the early life of a foal, breeders can play an active part in maximising the chances of achieving a live, heathy foal.

BREEDING TERMINOLOGY by Carol Willcocks
A ‘dictionary’ of common breeding terms, as the combination of veterinary language, acronyms and local expressions can leave even the most experienced breeder unsure of the intended meaning.

DRIFTWOOD ART
An artist with a difference, Heather Jansch works with driftwood to create amazingly life-like equine forms, which capture the spirit and grace of the horse.

HORSEFRONT
The latest in news, veterinary advances and horse happenings.

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