AMY HAY

A true globe-trotter Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne Almost every rider would argue that horsemanship is not just a hobby; it is a way of life. That is certainly true of Zimbabwean rider Amy Hay, who began riding as a ‘distraction’ and for whom it has become a passion. With this passion, and a good degree of perseverance,…

BylizzieJanuary 6, 20240Comments

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THE 2023 BIOGEN FEI WORLD CUP QUALIFIER

When Graham Winn spoke to course builder, Bernado and asked "How many clears are you hoping to get?" he responded that he was going to build a Championship track, and a championship track is undoubtedly what he built! Following a retirement at number 1, Protein Feeds Campbell and Lisa Williams jumped a picture-perfect clear round, showing…

BylizzieMay 28, 20230Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training

MENTAL HEALTH AND SPORT – LESSONS FROM SIMONE BILES

On the 27th of July 2021, Simone Biles sent shockwaves through the sporting world, announcing that she would not be competing in the artistic gymnastics women’s team final. Battling with her mental health, Simone cited the sheer pressure put on her as one of the reasons she withdrew from the competition. Almost instantaneously, and before…

BylizzieMay 19, 20230Comments

Breeding Horse Health

FRAGILE FOAL SYNDROME

By Amelia Campbell-Horne With breeding, so many things can go wrong, so any risk that can be eliminated should be! Fragile Foal Syndrome (FFS) is one such risk that can be easily avoided. In this article, HQ chats with Dr Mareli Smalberger, South Africa's local FFS expert, to help us understand how we can eliminate this risk…

BylizzieMarch 11, 20230Comments

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RESISTANCE TRAINING FOR HORSE RIDERS

Text: Christie Wolhuter Many people are confused by the need for resistance training for equestrians. To me, it is the most important work you can do to keep up with your horse. First of all, we need to remember that horse riding is a sport, and riders should consider themselves athletes. Few top-level equestrians are not…

BylizzieApril 20, 20220Comments

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SHOWING 101 WITH TARRYN STEBBING

After our wonderful stint at Horse of the Year, we realised it was about time that the HQ Team got up to date on all things showing. We enlisted the help of National Candidate Showing Judge Tarryn Stebbing to get an overview of the whats, wheres, hows, and whys of this fascinating discipline. HQ: So, Tarryn,…

BylizzieApril 2, 20220Comments

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WHY ARE CONTRACTED HEELS AN ISSUE?

Contracted heels are problematic for several reasons: They can lead to atrophy of the internal structures of the hoof, which are necessary for support and correct functioning of the entire hoof. Contracted heels also affect the health of the frog tissue. Contraction can lead to the blood supply to the frog's corium being compromised,…

BylizzieMay 23, 20210Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training

DRESSAGE FOR THE SHOWJUMPING HORSE

Text: Shari Michaelis While showjumping might seem like a ‘point and shoot’ discipline to some spectators, a good showjumping round requires much more from the horse than just clearing the jumps. Showjumping demands that the horse is adjustable, flexible, in balance, has straightness in his body and has a good and powerful canter. Working the horse…

BylizzieMay 1, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: OVERREACH BOOTS

Q: Does my horse need to be wearing overreach boots? A: Overreach boots, also known as bell boots, are worn over the pastern and hoof. They are usually made from synthetic material or rubber and are either pulled over the foot or fastened with a Velcro strap. Overreach boots help to protect the heels of the horse's…

BylizzieApril 9, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: WHAT AFFECTS SEMEN QUALITY IN BREEDING STALLIONS?

Q: What are the factors that can affect semen quality in breeding stallions? A: There are a whole host of factors which affect semen production in stallions. Two of these are fixed factors, which breeders are forced to 'cope' with and some are modifiable factors, which breeders can adapt for to improve semen quality and thus…

BylizzieMarch 20, 20210Comments

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