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Herbie’s Haven graded show

A Dressage and Show-Jumping Show was held at Herbie’s Haven Stables, Ruretse over the weekend of 24th/25th October, 2015. The Horse Society of Botswana financially assisted this show with water for the Dressage and Show-Jumping arenas and with the presence of Rescue One Emergency Medical Services. HSB also assisted with the inspection of both arenas and…

BylizzieOctober 28, 20150Comments

Rider profile: Hayley Parker

Hayley Parker is a South African equestrian who competes in the sport of Three Day Eventing. She holds the record for the only South African ever to win the SA Junior Eventing Champion title for three consecutive years. Winning 25 consecutive shows, this seeded her inspiration to compete in the global arena. Twenty-five-year-old Hayley and…

BylizzieOctober 27, 20150Comments

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Rider profile: Victoria Scott

Victoria Scott (27) has been based in France for the past three years, where she has been developing a career in eventing with her three horses. Before moving to France she achieved a Bachelor of Education, with Honours in Special Needs Education from the University of South Africa. She has been riding horses since the…

BylizzieOctober 26, 20150Comments

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Cintron Pink Polo in support of breast cancer

This year, funds generated by Cintron Pink Polo will go to Reach for Recovery [dropcap]V[/dropcap]al de Vie Events is pleased to announce that the sixth annual Cintron Pink Polo event, in support of breast cancer awareness, treatment and research, will be held on 7 November 2015 at Val de Vie Estate in the Paarl-Franschhoek Valley. This…

BylizzieOctober 26, 20150Comments

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Rider profile: Kimberly Cunningham

Kimberly on her ride, Rodeo Spin Born in Zimbabwe, Kimberly now resides with her family in Cape Town and attends the Silvermine Academy. Kimberly won the Polo International Horse Trials Pony Riders’ class last year on her pony, Legacy. Kimberly has moved up to the Junior Class this year and will be competing in a very…

BylizzieOctober 22, 20150Comments

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Rider profile: Beth and Alex Coxon Gilliat

Beth in action Thirteen-year-old identical twins Amy and Beth Coxon Gilliat will be competing in this year’s Polo International Horse Trials event. Amy will ride Global Herbs Fairy Lane, a 6-year-old TB she has brought on since coming off her very successful pony. Amy and Fairy compete at 80cm eventing, 90cm show jumping and novice dressage. Fairy and…

BylizzieOctober 21, 20150Comments

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Saddle up for some cross-country action

Heidi Caine and Rivervale Bonus Point A record number of entries have been received for this year’s Polo International Horse Trials event, which takes place over the weekend of 31 October and 1 November at Waterfall Polo Estate in Midrand. Hosted by Polo South Africa and presented by DSTV Premium, more than 190 entries from as…

BylizzieOctober 21, 20150Comments

Horse Channel Know How

Taking care of our grooms

As more equestrians pay attention to the business aspects involved in running a successful equine-related company, the issue of staff management has come under the spotlight. This is a particular concern when looking at the matter of grooms’ reimbursement packages. As an employer, it’s important to consider the future welfare of those who work for us,…

BylizzieOctober 19, 20150Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health Horse Training

Maintaining the older athlete

Gail's horse, Lindenberg, was a much-loved competitor on the SA circuit before his death at 19 Older horses are great. They’re schoolmasters so they’re pleasant to ride, they save riders from their mistakes, they know their job, and they will carry you to victory. While older horses do need slightly more maintenance than younger prospects, it…

BylizzieOctober 15, 20150Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health

Grass allergies

Some horses may have allergies to biting insects. These issues need to be handled with care. Along with our glorious summer weather comes the dreaded mange for those whose horses are susceptible. Seemingly overnight, sleek shiny horses can turn into dull-coated, itching shadows of their former selves. It can be every proud owner’s nightmare and it’s…

BylizzieOctober 12, 20150Comments

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