The role of the seat Text: Christie Wolhuter Exclude these first The first factors to rule out are unsoundness and saddle fit issues. Unsound horses may shorten up their stride…
Text: Skye Littlefield Horses are herd animals, and we know that they rely on their herd to alert them of potential dangers, especially when they themselves are not paying full…
TOYOTA IS NEW HEADLINE SPONSOR OF THE KYALAMI EQUESTRIAN CLUB’S EASTER FESTIVAL TEXT: Written for and on behalf of Kyalami Equestrian Park by Caroline Malan, The PR Machine (caroline@theprmachine.co.za). Toyota…
Q: My horse is generally very forward-going and happy to jump. However, the second you introduce any type of filler she is a nervous wreck. How can I help her…
The first session of Callaho’s Summer Auction 2021 was certainly memorable. With eleven future superstars going under the virtual hammer, bidding was fierce and the excitement palpable. With so much…
The closing night of the Callaho 2021 Winter Auction was another exciting affair. The proven ability of Callaho to breed consistently for the top levels of the sport was acknowledged…
Photography: Merlynn Trichardt Q: What are the rules of showjumping? The international governing body for most major show jumping competitions is the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), and in their rulebook…
Q: How can I keep my horse straight over fences? Are there any exercises that help with this? A: A straight approach to a fence is very important and the…
Q: How do you jump a dogleg? A: A dogleg is a curved line from one fence to another to test your control and reactions. They are particularly challenging when…
Q: How should you walk a cross-country course? A: If you are going to jump a cross-country course, walking it beforehand is essential so that you can assess the terrain,…
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