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    Saddle Fit and Top 10 List

    By Jochen Schleese, CMS, CSFT, CSE ©2017 Saddlefit 4 Life® All Rights Reserved. I remember a couple of years ago when David Letterman was still on TV and his ‘top ten’ lists were probably my favourite part of his show. So I thought it would be a fun idea to post some ‘top 10’ lists that I have compiled over the years; many thanks particularly to Cavallo magazine in Germany which provided a lot of the ‘food for thought’ on these lists.  And someone once told me that lists containing 10 items are the most popular because “10” is a significant number. (We have 10 fingers, 10 toes, there are…

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    Importing Friesians

    IMPORTING FRIESIANS HORSES INTO AUSTRALIA Finally – someone you can trust!   Having been a breeder and advocate for the Friesian horse in excess of 20 years, I felt it was time for Australia to have the services of someone who can assisting them in selecting and importing Friesian Horses.  Someone they can trust, that knows the breed and genuinely cares.  Feeling very distressed about the experiences that some unfortunate buyers have experienced trying to bring to Australia the horse of their dreams I felt I needed to help. In regards to experience, I have already imported many Friesians for myself and close friends.  The process of importing can be quite…

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    Half-Andalusian Wins Multiple Championships and The Omega Alpha Healthy Horse Award at the 2017 IALHA Nationals   Katy, TX (November 6, 2017) — For horse trainer Shannon Gillette and her half-Andalusian mare, Seda, a strong work ethic and the willingness to try out new things have been key factors behind the duo’s consistent record of success in the show ring. Most recently, the pair has topped the scoreboards in several divisions at the 2017 International Andalusian & Lusitano Horse Association (IALHA) National Championship Show, where they were honored with the Omega Alpha Healthy Horse Award.  Gillette, based out of her own Flat Baroque Farms in Skull Valley, Arizona,  began riding at the…

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    Amy Lamberth and Alhena REA at IALHA Nationals

    TheraPlate Peak Performance Award Presented to Amy Lamberth and Alhena REA at IALHA Nationals   New Braunfels, TX (November 3, 2017)—TheraPlate Revolution Therapy Platforms had plenty of horses to choose from when looking for the winner of their Peak Performance Award at the International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association National Championship horse show, held in New Braunfels, Texas. Andalusian horses competed in top condition, many of them showing their skills at several different disciplines. TheraPlate has a history of recognizing well-conditioned horses, and while choosing from this pool was no easy task, one mare stood out to the company. Alhena REA shown by Junior rider Amy Lamberth was presented with…

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    IALHA Championship Horse Show

    Jacksonville Equestrian Center Rewards Sportsmanship at  International Andalusian and Lusitano National Championship Horse Show   New Braunfels, TX (November 2, 2017)—The International Andalusian and Lusitano National Championship Horse Show, held this year in New Braunfels, Texas, was quite a competition. Exhibitors and their horses showed in a number of disciplines, from Dressage and halter to hunt seat and driving, all competing for National Championship titles. Although the spirit of competition was high, it couldn’t diminish the sense of community and support among the IALHA exhibitors. One such exhibitor was Jessica Daniel, whose excellent sportsmanship was recognized with the Jacksonville Equestrian Center Sportsmanship Award. The Jacksonville Equestrian Center presents the Sportsmanship Award to…

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    Most Valuable Rider at IALHA Nationals

    Antonio Garcia Roldan Named Custom Saddlery    Most Valuable Rider at IALHA Nationals   New Braunfels, TX (November 1, 2017)— Most competitors agreed that the 2017 International Andalusian and Lusitano National Championship Horse Show was a highly competitive event. Held this year at the Great Southwestern Equestrian Center in New Braunfels, Texas, the competition featured Andalusian horses competing in a number of disciplines for National Titles. Custom Saddlery, a company known for perfectly fitting saddles to any horse, was once again on the hunt for an exhibitor deserving of their Most Valuable Rider (MVR) Award. The company found their winner in trainer Antonio Garcia Roldan after several impressive rides in…

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    Hay Alternatives

    Hay Alternatives. – Dr Tom Shurlock How do beet products fit as hay alternatives? Perfectly. One of the most important feature of beet fibre is the high structural fibre levels.  Speedi-Beet® at 40% NDF and Fibre-Beet® (45% NDF) are comparable with hay (45% NDF) and maintain bulk and gut motility.   Both Speedi-Beet® and Fibre-Beet® have significantly higher levels of soluble fibre (pectin) and so, when it is fermented in the hindgut, the form of the slow release energy (volatile fatty acids) is comparable to that of grass fibre, with the added bonus of producing less lactic acid – which can negatively influence hind gut conditions – but with a higher…

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    History of the Isabella Horse

    by Allison Tomlinson Isabella (Isabelline) refers to a pale grey-yellow, a pale fawn, a pale cream-brown or a parchment colour. This is primarily referred to in the plumage colour in birds but also refers to what we now mostly call Palomino, Cremello or Perlino in horses. The first recorded use of Isabella as the name of a colour in English was in the year 1600. Where it was used to describe an item in Elizabeth I of England’s wardrobe inventory: “one round gown of Isabella colour satin, cut in a snippet and raised up, set with silver spangles.” One of the more notable mentions of the Isabella horse was with…

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    Tracey Keller is a Bright, Colourful and Joyful Artist

    Tracey Keller’s work is bright, fresh, playful and will bring a smile to your face and her artwork is sure to light up any room. She has a range of comic and endearing portraits of animals that will attract any age group. We came across Tracey’s artwork in Eumundi (Qld) and instantly were drawn, of course, to her equine range. She captures the essence of horses beautifully but it doesn’t stop there… name an animal, and I am sure Tracey has made an excellent impression of them. So, we wanted to share with you Tracey’s story. BH: Tracey we love your paintings, and they are so quirky, colourful and motivational,…