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JUNE/JULY 2006
Vol 28 No 1

IT’S ALL IN THE TIMING by Portland Jones
Far from being a complicated approach used only by human psychologists, operant conditioning is one of the most valuable behaviour training tools that anyone involved with horses can learn about and apply with success.

INNOCENT VICTIMS by Dr Anne Fawcett
A mysterious illness affecting horses at a New Zealand Riding For Disabled property has been linked to gas from an illicit methamphetamine laboratory nearby.

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

FRIEND or FOE - Dogs and Horses by Fiona De Jersey
Developing a great relationship between dogs and horses is a matter of introducing them in the right way and training each to behave appropriately in the presence of the other.

COUNTING THE BEAT - Part two by Kellie Stewart and Karen McDonald
In the second part of this practical training article based on the teachings of the legendary Ray Hunt, theory is put into practice for timing the aids to the footfalls.

THE PRE-PURCHASE VET EXAM supplied by Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA) Dr Barry Smyth BVSc FACVSc DACVS and Jane Barry (EVA, Executive Officer)
The first of the articles prepared under Hoofbeats new media partnership with Equine Veterinarians Australia focusses on some of the more controversial and confusing issues associated with pre-purchase examinations or ‘vet checks’.

LUNGEING - artificial aids by Liz Tollarzo
The fitting, use and benefits of two artificial aids to enhance the lungeing process - the chambon and the Pessoa Lungeing System - are explained in this seventh article in the series.

FLATTENING THE FLUFF by Claire Matsen
If clipping is not the preferred option, a ‘hot oil treatment’ can be used as part of the show horse’s preparation to create the illusion of that nearly perfect coat - shiny, well cared for and most importantly, flattened.

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.

REDUCING THE RISK - Body Protectors by Barbara Muhling
Ten to fifteen years ago, body protectors were barely used for recreational horse- riding, whereas now, they are common-place on riders of all standards - both for competitions and while training at home.

STABLES - Room To Move by Carol Willcocks
Faced with inadequate facilities, this family took advantage of the good features of the existing stables and renovated rather than demolished, creating a functional, large undercover area.

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

WHERE IS SHE NOW? Slinky Update
When we first met this Warmblood filly she was a hairless premature foal in intensive care, now she enjoys life and is the ‘mother’ of two.

Making The Connection - ELBOWS by Wendy Murdoch
In the fourth part of the series with internationally renowned instructor Wendy Murdoch, the reasons why the elbows of many riders seem to ‘behave badly’ when riding are explained and practical strategies for addressing common faults such as ‘flapping’ and ‘pram pushing’ are given.

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