Cynthia's News

Photo: Life as a TAFE teacher has it's benefits - I got to cuddle lots of friendly shetlands during one of the practical trimming days held at Pat Hodgett's Paluka Pony Stud.

Newsletter Changes - With my time divided between several projects needing completion, I've decided to change the newsletter to a bi-monthly production.
This means there will be more news and a bigger issue to read so I hope that makes up for the reduced frequency. Please keep sending me your news and classifieds, and in the meantime, you might like to check out a couple of new pages I've added to this site on Hoofcare and Natural Living For Horses.
I've also updated the look of many pages and have added a new article to the Horsemanship page on 'How to Start your Horsemanship Journey'.

Inspiring Horsewoman - It never ceases to amaze me how many talented horsemen and women there are in this world. Recently I was alerted to the skills of Michelle Dennis in QLD who says she's on a mission for horses (and donkeys) to get a better deal. Click here to watch a DVD of Michelle and her wonderful horses. Michelle has trained horses for Equitana performances and entertains many people in Queensland with her team of horses, donkey's and dogs at various events and shows.

Winner of the Enhanced Foal Training DVD - Congratulations to Claudette Brettner who wins last month's competiton and the DVD supplied by Allen Pogue at www.imagineahorse.com.
This month's competition prize is Carlos Tabernaberri's double DVD set - see the review below for details.

My Apologies - to Tracy Meisenbach for publishing her poem "Because My Daughter Grew Up With Horses" (Sweet sixteen and growing up with a horse) on my Fun and Poems page without her permission. I received the poem in an email stating the author wasn't known and I didn't think to do a web search to check.
It just goes to show that information is freely sent round the world without aknowledging many of the talented writers who publish it. You can visit Tracy's web site to read the poem at www.trinityapp.com

Comfort Zones - what are they? By Cynthia Cooper

Horses have comfort zones as a survival mechanism. If they aren’t familiar with something they become wary, putting them just outside their comfort zone into a ‘not too sure’ zone. If they become truly afraid for their survival, they go into their ‘Oh no I’m dead’ zone where they act instinctively, without thinking.
This sort of reaction is what gets people and horses scared, hurt and unable to learn.
It is also described as the horse being ‘right brained’ and the following behaviors are some examples of a horse in it’s ‘oh no I’m dead’ zone: bucking, rearing, bolting, kicking, striking, charging, pulling back and shying.
So what is a comfort zone?
Essentially a comfort zone is something that is familiar enough to the horse to feel safe and secure, whether that is a physical, mental or emotional space.
An example of a physical comfort zone would be a space such as it’s yard or paddock. If the horse has been taught to accept them, a halter, saddle or blanket can be a physical comfort zone.
A mental comfort zone would be a task the horse is familiar with such as lifting its legs for hoof cleaning, backing, circling (lunging) or any learned task it is comfortable doing in a relaxed manner.
An emotional comfort zone is something the horse feels good about like a foal nursing from its dam, a horse finding safety in the herd and eating.

Photo: These horses indicate they are deep inside their comfort zone by their relaxed ears and half closed eyes as they happily munch their hay. They are father and daughter, Finn and Amy (left).

As a horse develops, so do its comfort zones. Foals very quickly learn that their dam is the most important comfort zone, providing safety and food.
Then they learn that their immediate environment is a comfort zone as they become familiar with the area they’re in, whether that be a small paddock or a huge range to run wild in.
When they are introduced to people, they need to learn many more things that eventually become comfort zones, including the people themselves. That is why a foal or young horses will be comfortable around people it knows (its main handler) but be scared or worried when it meets new people.
Our role is to gradually expand a horse’s comfort zones so it can handle most things that it will encounter in its life with us, and be happy.
This starts with gaining the horse’s trust, then moves onto coping with restraint and progresses to tasks like leading, grooming, hoof trimming, being wormed, going on a trailer and eventually being ridden.
It also encompasses simple (to us) things like leaving its dam or mates, leaving its paddock, going into a stable, walking on different surfaces and through water.

In educating our horses we are constantly working on expanding their comfort zones.
This should be done using approach and retreat, and by listening to the horse to find out where the edge of their comfort zone is. They will generally tell you by showing fear or resistance, although if you look for more subtle signs that come beforehand you will see the head raise, muscles and mouth tighten, ears go back or flick forwards and backwards rapidly. Some horses will just freeze or hesitate to respond.
For example, a horse unfamiliar with going into a horse trailer will want to smell it and test it out by pawing first, then if that produces a loud noise, the horse may be fearful and back off the ramp very quickly.
But once it has done this a number of times (approach and retreat), it starts to accept the noise and the feel of the ramp, and can make progress towards going in the trailer – expanding its comfort zone. We can help that process by not forcing the horse to stay in something it’s fearful of, whether that is a trailer, a stall or a even a part of the arena you ride in.
By allowing the horse to approach and retreat as many times as necessary for their trust to develop, you can stretch the comfort zone to include that originally fearful space. It can additionally help to reinforce that space as a comfort zone by feeding the horse there or doing something else pleasurable and relaxing like grooming, massaging or just resting.
After many repetitions the horse then accepts the space as a part of its comfort zone.

Photo: A deep creek crossing could be out of the horse's comfort zone so if you don't make progress after many repititions of approach and retreat, then you may need to take a different route or come back another day after gaining trust over shallower creek crossings.

So when you are doing anything at all with your horse, ask yourself which comfort zones are you expanding? If it is more than one, then you may find it harder to make progress. For instance, taking the horse away from its mates (when its not used to that) and trying to teach it a new task such as being hosed in the wash bay, is actually working on the emotional (leaving its mates), the physical (going into the wash bay) and the mental (coping with a new sensation of water being hosed on it).
It would be easier for the horse to learn about each one of those things individually first before putting all three together.
So, it would be best to introduce the hosing in a less confined space and if possible in the area the horse lives, while it has a friend for company. Then you could take it to the wash bay and walk it in and out several times before feeding it there while the friend is nearby, followed by introducing the hose while in the wash bay.
Then you would work on having the horse cope with leaving the herd to eat its food in areas approaching the wash bay and finally being in the wash bay alone, before trying the hosing again.
It may take hours or weeks depending on the horse and its past experiences – and its up to us to let the horse tell us when it reaches the edge of any one of its comfort zones so we can retreat and gain trust, before approaching the fearful situation again.

One of the quickest ways of destroying a horse’s confidence in you, and getting into a physical battle with your horse, is to take it out of its comfort zone and try to keep it there. This is like throwing a child in the deep end of the swimming pool and expecting it to swim – it’s called a ‘sink or swim situation’.
Most often the horse ‘sinks’ and then you have just programmed in a fearful response to whatever you were doing – something that will take many more attempts at gaining trust to overcome.
Horses never forget – they will store that experience in their memory forever to surface again when a similar situation occurs, like when a horse has a bad experience with being wormed or with a particular farrier. It will always show fear and resistance when that situation occurs again.

Its far better to program (teach) positive responses in the horse, which means being very aware of comfort zones, listening to the horse telling you when its approaching the edge and backing off rather than entering a fight.
This means we need to let go of our ego as it’s a natural instinct for humans to make progress by entering a fight and coming out the victor at all costs.
“Don’t let the horse beat you” is a common saying that would ideally be replaced by “use your brains, not your muscle” for a much happier outcome.

To read more about applying the use of comfort zones to your horsemanship, read the excellent E-Book, 'Bobby's Diaries' by Jenny Pearce, available from the Natural Horse World Shop for just $33.90.

Barefoot Bits & Pieces - TAFE Hoofcare Course

Congratulations to new Cert. 3 Achievers:
Nikki Tucker - NSW. Nikki has left her full time office job recently to pursue a career as a trimmer and enjoys training and riding her barefoot and booted endurance horse, Allahmbra Khalita pictured left.

Leigh Martin - TAS. Leigh has been trimming professionally for the past 3 years and has also left his regular job to keep up with trimming the 200 plus horses in his client base. Leigh's business is Performance Hoof Care and you can find his contact details in the Services Directory.

Next student intake just completed
The last two weeks of June saw 12 keen hoof trimmers from all over Australia (QLD, WA, VIC, TAS) live at Mountainside in Golden Valley for their intensive start to the TAFE Certificate 3 Equine Hoof Care Course. Jeremy Ford, Jen Clingly, Marg Richardson and Cynthia Cooper taught a diverse range of subjects covering aspects of horsemanship, trimming, feeding, business skills and horse health. Guest teachers were Darrall Clifford from QLD on Hoof Pathologies, Julie Scott from VIC. on Equine Body Work and Dr. Adam Richardson on X-Rays and anatomy.
It was particularly interesting to re-xray Carla, the shetland pony who started her rehabilitation from terribly neglected hooves at the October 2007 course.

Although Carla is looking so much healthier in her coat and condition, her hooves still have a way to go and may never regain total health. Helen, who has been caring for Carla has done a wonderful job with her rehab and it was lovely to see Carla returned to her birthplace (Paluka Pony Stud) to be turned out with a herd for the rest of winter.
Carla strode out happily in her hoof boots to show off her progress which we hope will continue with more movement, correct trimming and feeding.

Here is what some of the students said about this course:
‘I had a wonderful time and cannot thank the teaching staff enough for al their time, encouragement and patience! Their enthusiasm is infectious and their passion shines through – it has been an opportunity of a lifetime. Thanks so much!’ Bron.

‘This course really grounded my existing knowledge. At the same time it expanded the fields relevant to hoof trimming – there is so much that needs to be considered eg. Feeding and upper body work to truly get the horse healthy.
Great atmosphere, all lecturers really knew their stuff and excellent range of guest lecturers. Overall a great course for all levels of trimmer!’ Cat.

‘The food was fantastic, facilities were great and stud visits a bonus. Information available was excellent and all the websites mentioned will give us plenty of reading to follow up. The course provided plenty of laughs and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Darrall Clifford was brilliant – thoroughly enjoyed being able to listen to him for a day and half. I also enjoyed meeting past students and listening to the their stories and hearing how their careers have evolved.’ Jacky.

If you are interested in a TAFE Hoof care course please email Cynthia (contact details at the bottom of this page). The next student intake will most likely be in March 2009.

	Above: Neatly trimmed cadaver hooves. Left: Danuta and Linda learn horsemanship skills through simulations before applying their skills to the horses.
	Above: Stretching is an important part of remaining flexible. Left: Happy Trimmers - Yuna, Bronwyn and Kylie.

On 30th May, 2008, 16 equine enthusiasts from all round Australia embarked on an Outback Safari Tour in the red heart of Australia. We headed outback to study the brumbies (feral horses) to see first hand how they maintain such strong healthy hooves in such a harsh environment. We found those answers and learned a whole lot more about their habits and general lifestyle.

Red dirt, rock, spinnifex and drought. The rougher the going, the tougher the hooves. No splits or cracks – imagine that! They wear their own roll on the hoof as they travel over the rocks. Whether in motion, at leisure and speed, these horses didn’t change their stride as they moved over soft dirt and hard rocks. Interestingly, I did not see any stress rings either. These brumby herds can travel from 20-50km in a day. Each herd has its ‘zone’ that it stays within although it is not uncommon for zones to overlap, as watering holes may be shared by a number of herds. They seem to have an inbuilt clock that tells them when it’s their turn to be at the water hole. The individual herds remain well separated from each other. This saves precious energy for the stallion protecting his mares from a thieving rival.

The herds follow the same route around feeding ground and water within their zone. They follow well worn tracks, one for the way in and another one parallel about 3-4 metres away, for the way out. It was also evident from the tracks that dingos and camels also followed the horses routes. They travel at leisure but constantly on the move as they take a bite from this ground shrub and a bite from the next.

The herds varied in size from 3 up to about 10. The herds consisted of a stallion, his mares and foals with a small group of batchelors following along a short distance behind. Some herds even had a second stallion. This apparently is not uncommon and he may also be allowed to service some mares. The stallion will reign supreme for about 4 years until he is forced out by a younger stallion. It is also not uncommon for the new stallion to kill foals that are not his own.

The brumbies are made up of all types. Many thoroughbred types that didn’t seem to do so well on the spinnifex diet were all skin and bone. Other heavier types, possibly with some draught in their makeup actually seemed to be thriving in these harsh conditions. They looked so healthy. All their coats shone bright. A couple of the herds also had mules running with them.

Camping out under the stars in swags around a campfire is certainly an experience I’ll never forget. Add to that the dingo packs howling in unison at night, some even bold enough to come close enough to check we had our eyes closed. We learned first hand about Aboriginal culture and the meanings behind their paintings. We were shown the emu in the milky way and were told that when the emus were laying their eggs you could also see the egg in the milky way. This is how Aboriginal hunters knew it was time for hunting emu eggs. Totally fascinating. We saw brumbies, camels and cattle roaming freely and saw some of the most picturesque scenery ever imagined. The landscape is spectacular, from sunset at the George Gill Ranges at Kings Creek Station, the purple and red MacDonnell Ranges to the amazing uniqueness of Palm Valley.

Upon returning to Alice Springs we visited an agistment centre. All horses kept within the town must be kept in small enclosures of approximately 10 square metres with shadecloth over a section. There were rows of penned horses all standing in a heavy fill of soft sand. Nearly all these horses had swollen joints and limbs. This was a vast contrast to the brumbies we had just spent 4 days studying.

GPS Movement study results

You may recall my horses recently took part in a study to measure the distance domestic horses travel in various paddock sizes and on tracks. More results have been released with Brian A. Hampson and Dr. Chris Pollitt from the School of Veterinary Science, University of Queensland, presenting a paper at a conference in France titled GPS Analysis of activity of domestic mares and newborn foals.

The detailed study of the grazing and activity patterns of adult and juvenile horses is of interest to a wide range of equine practitioners with the view of controlling pasture to assisting with foot care and research. GPS technology has enabled the collection of the required data with a degree of accuracy not previously available (Tomkins N. and Filmer M. 2007).
Photo: Attaching a collar to a brumby who lodged himself against a tree after being sedated by a dart gun.

The objective was to determine the effect of paddock size and foaling on the activity level of mares and to provide a data base for comparison between domestic and feral mare and foal activity.

Four domestic mares due to foal within 2 weeks of each other were tracked for 1 week in each of 3 paddocks (2, 10 and 40 acres) to determine movement patterns and activity levels using a global positioning system (GPS). The same mares and their foals were again tracked (10 acre paddock) for 1 week from the third day after foaling and again for 1 week (12 acre paddock) when foals were aged 3 to 5 weeks. GPS data gave daily distance traveled and integration with Google Earth Plus (Google) provided aerial photographs of the subject paddocks with GPS data overlay. Aerial photograph grazing patterns were analysed visually and preferred paths were located using a handheld GPS.

The results showed dry mare’s activity increased by 30% moving from a 2 acre to a 10 acre paddock and again by 18% when moved from a 10 acre to 40 acre paddock. Daily distances traveled by mares prior to foaling ranged between 4.2 and 7.6km (mean 6km). Mare activity increased slightly following foaling but 3-10 day old foals on average traveled further than their mothers (7.3km compared to 7.2km for mares). On average foal travel did not change between 3-10 days age and 3-5 weeks age. Mares underutilize some pasture areas and tend to travel on set paths.
In conclusion it has been found activity levels of mares vary with paddock size. Distance traveled by new born foals in the domestic situation is similar to that of the mare. Mares tend to select favoured pasture and tracks between pasture rather than utilizing the full paddock. Strategies for changing grazing and movement patterns were discussed along with comparisons to preliminary data on activity levels of feral horses.

The full paper regarding this study is still to be written and will inlcude data from trials in paddock sizes from 5 x 5 metres to 200 acres. As an example of the extremes in this study, a thoroughbred in a 5x5m yard is moving about 500m in the 23 hours it is not training. The training period usually consists of less than 2km. At the other end of the spectrum, the feral horses tracked from outback QLD in 10,000 acre paddocks travel between 12 and 30km a day.
Brian is currently collaring brumbies in the Alice Springs area then in the Snowy Mountains to get a broader range of data.

For this, he needs more sponsorship and is offering to take sponsors on the collaring expeditions with him. If you would like to help with this research, please go to the website www.wildhorseresearch.com .

'The Soul of a Horse' Book Review by Ysabelle Dean

Lately I have read a number of books that seek to explain and satisfy the human yen to connect physically, emotionally and even spiritually with the horse. And yet The Soul of a Horse is the only one I’ve come across that speaks with a totally resounding note of truth. Coincidentally (or not?) it’s also the only one I’ve read that is written with the unflinching insight that a deep and satisfying connection with another individual – human or otherwise – requires us to set aside our own aspirations, expectations and needs in order to clearly understand those of the other.

The horse has largely lost its traditional place in human affairs as the ubiquitous beast of burden. But we still tend to value these generous and beautiful animals mainly for what they can do for us, whether it’s feeding our egos through winning ribbons or races, or providing therapeutic release from the stresses and strains of life.

The Soul of a Horse examines the biological, physiological and emotional needs of the modern domestic horse and how successfully these are met by widely used and accepted methods of husbandry, handling and training. A delightful blend of autobiography, critical analysis and storytelling, this book engages the reader intellectually and emotionally from start to finish. Joe Camp presents his ‘life lessons from the herd’ with the same humble, gentle yet persuasive persistence we admire in the very best horse trainers.

A heart warmingly affirmative read for the barefoot horse owner, this book is also a ‘must read’ for any person who has ever owned and loved a horse.

This book is available from all good book stores and www.amazon.com. or you could win this book in the Australian Equine Barefoot Movement Inc. NEW QUIZ COMPETITION CLOSING DATE 6th August 2008:

PRIZES: 1st A pair of Cavallo SIMPLE boots Donated by Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc. www.cavallo-inc.com

2nd ‘HAF’ TreelessSaddle Pad – Donated by Horse Connection www.horse-connection.com.au

3rd – ‘The Soul of a Horse’ by Joe Camp with personal inscription by the author www.thesoulofahorse.com

Open to members. Or join the AEBM now and you will still be eligible to enter. For details, see the AEBM website.

You can read more of Joe Camp's writings on his web site. He has an informative newsletter and lots of great info on natural horse keeping including some new info on natural worming so check it out here.

Message from AEWA (Australian Equine Welfare Association)

As we come into Winter, now is the time that we start to receive more and more calls from the public and the RSPCA requesting our assistance with horses in need. The AEWA has worked hard in the past to ensure that the horses coming to our attention receive the necessary care and attention that they require. However, this year we are expecting more calls than ever before, and we need your help!

How can you help?
Become an equine carer - Carers are needed around Tasmania to provide temporary and permanent homes for horses in need. If you feel you can provide a suitable home, please get in contact. Horses will be carefully matched to your requirements/skills and facilities.

Become an area co-ordinator - Do you have some spare time and experience with horses and logistics/people management? We are looking for people who can co-ordinate AEWA representatives in their local area.

Become an AEWA representative - If you feel you can help co-ordinate the removal of horses, liaise with the RSPCA and give on-the-spot advice to horse owners and welfare officers, please contact us.

Become a member – You can now join us or donate via paypal on our website for your convenience. Visit www.aewa.org.au and click on ‘Membership’. We have a number of benefits secured for members that can also be found listed on our website.

For further information, and to download the registration of interest form for any of the above positions, please visit www.aewa.org.au and click on ‘How You Can Help’. Alternatively you can email info@aewa.org.au and we will send out some further information to you. Please title your email ‘Registration of Interest’.

THOROUGHBREDS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

They include some magnificent horses: A really lovely 8 year old grey mare about 15h, a very pretty dark brown/black dainty mare about 4 yrs and 14.2h, a sweet small 7 yr old bay mare about 14h, a lovely bay 3/4 yr old stallion with 3 stockings and a white face, a lovely 3 yo bay stallion, 2 already handled brood mares. As with the others we will halter break and float train, worm etc.

CAN YOU HELP? In January this year Emma Haswell from Brightside Farm Sanctuary rescued 22 horses from an infamous property at Garden Island Creek. The remaining 13 horses are now about to be removed, rehabilitated and will be seeking new homes. She has managed to solve a problem of the chronic neglect of horses and other animals that has occurred on the offending property over 20 years. Emma has managed to do what the RSPCA and Dept of Primary Industries couldn't or wouldn't do. It has cost her a small fortune, financially, physically and emotionally. Any financial help to care for this second batch of rescued horses would be a huge help.
All of the horses will need to be wormed, de-liced, the colts gelded and
will all need good food and TLC.

Can you help Brightside with this massive task? Donations are urgently needed to provide food, wormer, vet treatment etc. to help give these horses a chance. For more information, or how you can help check out Brightside Farm Sanctuary's website at: www.brightside.org.au

She has also had to remove 2 orphaned calves which need donations for feed (formula and grain). If you are able to help, please contact Emma: 0408 658 356.

Events News for Tasmania

COMFORT ZONE DAYS
The Comfort Zone Group now meets on the second Saturday of each month at 'Harveydale', Westbury from 10am to 3.30pm. This group study session is for people interested in deepening the level of communication and relationship with their horse through studying the E-Book 'Bobby's Diaries' by Jenny Pearce. All new participants must come along without their horse first and own the book, so they have a basic understanding of the techniques used.

Cynthia is available for instruction (payment by donation according to time) and the format we use is flexible and varied according to each horse and person's needs. Young horses are most welcome for an outing in a stress free environment and the arena provides a safe riding area for those needing an enclosed space to explore new ideas.

Cost is $5 for the use of the grounds - BYO morning tea, lunch and drinks. Intending participants must email Cynthia (address below) to book in, as numbers are limited.

Level 1 and Level 2 Equine Touch Clinic. Level 1 will be 13th-16th September 2008 at Cambridge. Level 2 will be 19th to 21st Sept. Contact Ingrid Layton on 03 62671099.

Parelli endorsed instructor Chris Corbidge at Harveydale in 2009 Sat 10th & Sun 11th January level 1/2.
Mon/Tues/Wed 12th, 13th & 14th January level 2/3 clinic. Cost will be 3 days - $480 savvy club memb. 2 days $380. Non-memb $550 & $450 - $200 deposit on booking please. Yards and stock water available + Toilets. Otherwise fully self sufficient. Free information evening at Bridgenorth. Bookings to Liz Stanfield phone 0400671785.

Free information evening with Three star Parelli professional Chris Corbidge. The presentation includes and inspirational DVD followed by Q and A. Find out how the Parelli programs can help you and your horse. Fri 9th Jan : 7pm-9pm at Bridgenorth, details and bookings Ph. Liz on 0400 671785.

Events Calendar

JULY
12th - Comfort Zone Day at 'Harveydale', Birralee Rd, Westbury (register with Cynthia).

AUGUST
9th - Comfort Zone Day at 'Harveydale', Birralee Rd, Westbury (register with Cynthia).

Classifieds

FOR SALE: kelpie pups - born 14/4/2008 working parents. sire: shed and yard dog, dam: all round farm dog good lines $350each 62931555 0429799409.

Home needed for Beautiful Pure Arabian filly, Maddy. 7 months old, weaned, chestnut with white markings. Owner currently working in Canada for approx 12 months and due to unforeseen circumstances she has to be removed from her current home. Needs to be run with paddock mates. If anyone can help please email me on kristen_kay08@hotmail.com or phone the ranch on 0011 1 250 319 9701 (Canada).

FOR SALE: 100% CRABBET ARABIANS
ZADIAH, Bakos/Zee. stunning chestnut mare with heaps of chrome. Very sought after bloodlines.
KALODY PARK TESORA, Inshallah Silver Echo/Heste Arabique Exuberance. Beautiful grey filly rising 4 year old.
KALODY PARK INDIAN BLUE, Indian Blaze/Blue Bead Pia, top quality well balanced quiet 18month colt. Would excel under saddle
CRABBET RELATED ARABIANS
KALODY PARK PURE STEEL & KALODY PARK PURE DELIGHT, Marshdale Soultan/Rothlynne Pure silver. The beautiful twins known as Tim & Tam. This has been a very hard decision to part with these amazing youngsters. Both are two year old greys who mirror image each other, would really love for them to stay together.
KALODY PARK ELLE, Marshdale Soultan/Kadova Eliza, very pretty grey 3 yo filly carrying black gene (half sister from same dam is black)
KALODY PARK PATRIACH, Arundel House Bey Rashan/Heste Arabique Petra, truly an outstanding colt with huge amount of bone, lovely length of rein and definitely worthy of staying entire, would make an excellent saddle horse
CAPLEACH BINT LUCINDA Robard Dargeeling/Lucinda. A lovely kind bay mare, broken in and a delight in every way
PUREBRED ARABIANS
OYSTER BAY ISHKAH, Priority/Magdalena. Ishkah is one of the most elegant mares with that real look at me presence. A stunning grey mare that is a great mum and readily adopted an orphan foal for us. Truly an amazing mare
ANGLO ARABIANS
KALODY PARK SOULTAN, Marshale Soultan/Celtic Rule. Elegant tall 2yo chestnut Anglo gelding with Flaxen mane and the most amazing long stockings on front legs. A real eye catcher with the softest nature
All horses are well handled, rugged, float trained, feet trimmed etc.
All horse sold with written purchase agreements, terms available please enquire to Katrina Phillips, Kalody Park Arabians Ph. (03) 62614183.

FOR SALE: Old Faithful Australian made LEADER 15” stock saddle. Comfortable and well worn (Stirrups included). Repaired $340 ono.
Hand Made Pretty 16” Poley Saddle - Great condition $140 ono.
Large Rug 6`6 Zilco Enforcer Combo Rug 1 year old, repaired $50 ono. Contact Jessica on 0409538188.

WANTED: Committee members for the Tasmania Horse Rescue and Rehab. Organisation. If you can help please phone Ph 0409 310 110. Web site: www.freewebs.com/thrro

FOR SALE: Excellent quality OATEN CHAFF - $20 per bag at Exton. Ph. David on 63 622015.

FOR SALE: Barefoot Cheyenne Treeless Saddle, in excellent condition. Only bought in late November last year. Always covered with saddle cover after use and stored away. Comes with possible saddle extras. Ph. 0439311019.

Wanted: horse float, any condition considered with view to repair, to suit 14.2hh ph 0409 566 022.

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