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Welcome to Issue 15 and hope you love it as much as we have in

putting it together for you. In this issue we have a special treat for you with a brand new article written especially for us by Master Luís Valença. In this story he gives his first lesson on how to communicate with the horse and to establish ourselves as a senior member of the herd. We believe you will learn so much from this lesson and we are delighted to bring more of Master Luís Valença’s articles in our upcoming issues.

I personally love Liberty work and wanted to share more of Martín Contreras knowledge and we are also thrilled that he will also be a regular contributor. Liberty work undoubtedly helps in all aspects when working and training with your equine friend from Dressage to Western as it helps create a stronger bond.

In last issue an article written by BH editor Michaela Wake about her journey with her boy ‘Poppe’, really struck a chord with many of our readers as, let’s face it, how many of us have sold a horse because we thought it was going to waste with us. At the end of

the day, often it’s the simple things that make them happy. I think it’s important we don’t put too many unnecessary pressures on ourselves with our horses. If it’s only for pleasure then this is ok.... well I think it is!

I hope you all enjoy this issue and as always, we love to hear from you!,

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26. 1st lesson Master Luís Valença

32. Spanish Riding School Behind the Scenes

36. Ozana Photography

41. Horses of Interest What it all means

48. Russian Carriage Driving

52. The Friesian Sjees

56. What’s NEW, What’s HOT

60. Flying Changes Barrie Stratton

66. Liberty Martín Contreras

72. Turning Dreams into Reality Elizabethe Sobecki and Hatero de PB

78. Top MUST HAVES for your stable and tack sheds

86. Farrier Tips Cesar Severino

92. Horses Care - Cresty Necks

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Jane Savoie was born and raised in Massachusetts, USA. She studied at the University of Massachusetts

at Amerherst and was awarded a Bachelor of Science (Animal). Horses have always been an integral part of her life, and Jane rode hunters as a child, evented through college, and finally found her niche in dressage in 1976 when she relocated to Vermont and ran the riding program at the Vershire School Stable from 1976 – 1980.

Since 1980, Jane has been a motivational and keynote speaker, author and co-collaborator, dressage instructor, competitor and trainer, travelling clinician, and has home bases in both Vermont and Florida. She was the reserve rider for the Olympic Dressage team at Barcelona in 1992, and dressage coach for the Canadian 3DE team at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. the year 2000 saw her head Down Under to Australia, where she coached several 3DE riders from the US, Canada and Belgium in preparation for the Olympics.

Under Jane’s expert tuition, US Dressage team Member Susan Blinks and her mount Flim Flam helped her team score the Olympic Bronze medal. Jane has coached Sue and Flim since he was a green three year old, so this accomplishment held a lot of meaning for both Jane and Sue.

At the 2004 Athens Olympics, Jane was again accompanying the Canadian 3DE team, and was an integral part in several of the riders achieving their personal best dressage scores, with an overall result of tenth as a team.

For many years, Jane’s faithful dressage partner has been the now-seventeen year old Grand Prix Friesian gelding, Moshi. Moshi is so popular throughout the dressage scene in the US that he has his own blog and regularly writes to his readers to share his view on life

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the horse is an animal that is easily domesticated, and this is why man (throughout various stages of civilisation), began to use it as an essential member (element) of his day-to-

day life.

Due to its agility, responsiveness, flexibility, and ability to sense the abnormal in its habitat, the horse was first used as a hunting companion, then as a war companion who (until today) was an indispensable element in the armies. In modern times, we can use this history to gain an understanding of what makes the horse tick, which means we can teach and train them without breaking their personality or spirit. this is of utmost importance.

The first lesson we must learn is how to communicate with the horse, and to establish ourselves as a senior member of the herd that will enforce rules, but not as an intruder.

Usually the beginning of the first lesson commences with the horse on a lunge rein in a circle of approximately thirteen metres. the circle is a round, symmetrical track where the horse, over time, will have a uniform movement, and will equally distribute his weight in his fore and hind feet, and later begin to have what is called ‘cadence’ (regularity through the gaits).

For this first phase of lunging work, we have to realise that if the horse has been stabled or kept in a small paddock, that he will be full of energy and need to expend some before we can ask him to concentrate and focus. A horse is an animal that is full of strength, agility and power, and it is very important that the first lunging phase allows the horse to stretch and make the moves he wants.

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by Master Luis Valença

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Who’s Who......

Name: Andreas Hausberger

Position Title:

Chief Rider and Director of the training Centre Heldenberg

My role:

I am in charge of training horses and riders. Additionally I run the training Centre Heldenberg (Lower Austria) as Director.

Length of time at the School:

In 1984, I began my career with the Spanish Riding School; in 2007 I was promoted to Chief Rider ; in 2012 I became Director of the training Centre Heldenberg.

Favourite part of the School:

Of course I love the horses and the tradition behind the School, but also the philosophy of how we train our stallions.

Favourite activity to do and why:

I have two favourite activities. My first is to work horses on the Long Rein, and my second is to train and ride young horses and to train young riders.

Favourite horse:

I love all my horses, but I am especially close to Conversano Dagmar.

andreas HauSberger

Baroque Horse Magazine takes a look behind the scenes to talk to three of the Spanish Riding School’s best, Andreas Hausberger, Herwig Radnetter and Johannes Hamminger in a fun and interesting mini interviews!

Chief Rider Andreas Hausberger_ ©Spanish Riding School_Stefan Seelig


As many may know, we here at BHM do love our photography and Art. Just recently we had the opportunity to talk to photographer and artist Ozana Sturgeon on her photography and digital art, where she turns photos into digital paintings.

BHM: How and when did you get started in photography and digital art?OS: When I was in college and started to travel Europe on my own, I wanted to bring all the cool memories I’d seen and all that I had experienced back with me to share along with my stories. Photography became part of me.I started in digital art about a year ago when I started messing

around with one of the photographs that I’d played with the texture. I’m always curious to see what else I can do with a photograph, and digital painting was a new and exciting way of working.

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Ozana is an equestrian, professional photographer and mixed media artist with over fifteen years of experience in many different aspects of the horse industry. She provides stock, editorial, art and personal images for all your equine, canine, portraits, ranch and events needs.


Russia is the largest country on Earth, and with such vast and immense territories, fast and reliable transport has always been a necessity. Up until the late eighteenth century, most horses involved in the transportation system were from local forest or steep (do you think

they mean ‘steppe’ here?) breeds, but the aristocrats also imported horses from Persia and Europe (mostly from Holland), in addition to Italian and Spanish horses. the Russian or Orlov trotter can thank the brilliant age of Catherine the Great (Princess from Anhalt-Zerbst house, who became one of the most successful and well-known rulers of Russian Empire) for its existence. Created after a thorough selection process, these horses suited long distance work on Russian roads and became famous for their beauty, intelligence and character. It is worth mentioning that they are also very good under saddle. We must pay homage to the history of the Orlov trotter before we can truly appreciate the history of traditional carriage driving in modern Russia.

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The Friesian sjees (pronounced “shayz” like the French chaise, meaning ‘chair’) is a classically beautiful, ornate, two-wheeled gig that became popular in the 1700’s in the netherlands. Always pulled by Friesians, they were used extensively in trotting races at village festivals, and were also considered the vehicle of choice for the wealthy gentleman to take his lady on outings.

the two large, fourteen-spoked wheels of a sjees are a minimum of 1.50m/5ft high and the comparatively small, painstakingly carved, wooden body is suspended high above the ground by leather straps, or ‘thorough braces’ which were the 18th century’s equivalent of suspension. Beautiful decorative paintings and carvings adorn the body, usually in the Rococo style that was so popular around the middle of the 18th century. Creamy, pastel colours, asymmetrical designs, curves and gold were all atypical of this style, and the sjees displays virtually all these characteristics.

traditionally, the sjees seats a lady and gentleman side by side in Friesian costume from the 18th century, which was a period of great prosperity for the Friesian farmers due to the export of cheese and butter to England. Contrary to many other carriage types, the gentleman sits on the left, and he wears a top hat, knickerbockers, tall socks and buckled shoes. In the past, the lady wore a golden casque called an ‘oorijzer’ that was covered by a lace bonnet. the oorijzer started out as a small, functional iron frame in the 1600’s, and then evolved into a complete golden helmet by the late 1800’s, when it was seen as a symbol of wealth and standing. nowadays however, it is usually just the bonnet worn on the head, then a suitable dress, and white apron over the top. the horse is driven in traditional harness, with a white belt under the breast collar and white reins.

Each sjees is unique; there are no two alike and every individual sjees has its own registration number. twenty-six measurements are taken and recorded and these are included in the registration book, along with the number. Rumour has it that only seventy or so sjezen (plural) have been registered since the book was started, and they are rarely found outside the netherlands.

One incredibly lucky Friesian horse owner in new Zealand was privileged enough to have the opportunity to purchase one of these precious carriages, and she then had to have it carefully shipped half way around the world to get it home! Llea-Anne Vlaanderen told me a little more about her sjees and what makes it so special:

“My husband was over in Holland for a family event, and during

sjeesThe Friesian

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By: MICHAELA WAkE


Imagine you are enjoying riding your horse in a pleasant canter, when before you know it, your horse has performed an effortless and beautiful flying change. Many of us have experienced or witnessed such a moment. If only all of our intentional flying changes were as uncomplicated, fluid and

perfectly executed.

A SIMPLE FORMULAThe following article outlines how to school and ride flying changes correctly, to enable the development of changes that are calm, confident and connected, and to display fluency, freedom and expression of movement. three fundamental requirements that lead to high quality changes are:

• Impulsion: well-engaged hindquarters and a clearly defined three-beat canter with an easily recognisable moment of suspension.• Straightness: the horse remaining on one track during canter transitions and flying changes.• Timing of the rider’s aids: the rider skilfully applying the aids for the lead changes or canter depart at the precise moment of the appropriate footfall.

Flying changes: a definition and preparatory transitions A flying change is simply a transition from canter on one lead to canter on the other lead. Prior to attempting flying changes, a useful exercise is to establish reliable lead changes from canter-trot-canter, as well as simple lead changes, performed from canter-walk-canter. During these transitions, the paces of canter, trot and walk should be balanced, free-flowing, well defined, and display a clear willingness to calmly go forwards.

Part 6 of the 3Cs of Dressage.... calm, confident and connected.

FLyinGC H A N G E S

A Simple Formula

By Barrie Stratton International dressage instructor and trainer


www.ACADEMyoFDrEssAGE.CoM.Au

demonstrating how straight a horse should be for canter transitions and flying changes. His spine is parallel to the wall.

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By Martín Contreras


Photos by Liliana Sanchez


Following dreams with Elizabeth Sobecki riding Hatero de PB


with Elizabeth Sobeckiand Hatero de PB

Para equestrian Elizabeth Sobecki had a setback last year when she had to unexpectedly retire her trusty mount Charlie, the horse she had hoped to qualify for the World Equestrian

Games (WEG). this was very unfortunate for Lizzie (Elizabeth), who then found herself searching for a new mount. She was kindly offered the ride on PRE stallion Hatero de PB by co-owners Heather Currie (trainer and rider) and kerrie Massey. those who read our previous issue would have seen the fantastic interview with Heather Currie about Lizzie and Hatero (Harry) starting out their journey together. In this article, we follow on two months later to hear how things have been progressing.

BHM: you have been riding Hatero for a little while now, how do you feel your bond is going ?

ES: Hatero and I have formed a great bond in such a short period of time. I keep forgetting that we have only been a partnership since December 2013! He comes running to his gate, neighing at the top of his lungs when he sees me coming with the halter! that in itself is enough to make me smile, he is such a happy little stallion!

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Tack rooms, sheds or stables.. these places are where we like to keep all our treasured horse gear! Here at team BH, we decided to put together a list of

our top ten favourite items that everyone must have in their tack room. so in no particular order, here’s what we chose and why:

Some of the more obvious items are the horse shampoos and skin care products, and you can’t go past the

fantastic range that Heritage Downs produce. They also make an exclusive range specifically for itchy horses, which can be a bit of a problem for some of our baroque friends, so this is a definite ‘must have’ in any tack room. they are all natural, and best of all, they are made by people who understand the needs of our baroque horses!

Another ‘must have’ grooming product is without a doubt, a tube of ‘top tails’ detangler! With our

hairy horses, this detangler really does come in handy. this is a personal favourite of mine and I always have a tube with me - you just never know when you might need it. Surprisingly enough, it is also fantastic on our own hair.

First aid kits are another ‘must have’...and one essential kit item is the awesome ‘Alushield’. this is literally a band aid

in a can! I first saw this at Equitana last year and though it was a brilliant idea. I have had to deal with a few ‘not so nice’ wounds on my horses, and most are in those wonderful spots that you just can’t bandage well (or at all in some cases)! the whole idea that you can literally spray on a bandage is...well.. awesome! I now have one in my tack room for ‘just in case’, and I think it is very worthy of the ‘must have’ title!

Along the lines of heath, another ‘must have’ is the equine disinfectant ‘Virkon.S’. this is a product by

Lienert, who are a leading national Australian manufacturing company that are also involved in distribution and supply of ingredients, supplements and nutritional advice to the Australian livestock and stockfeed industries. When it comes to equine care, they sure know their stuff. Virkon has a proven efficacy against equine pathogens, and has been totally effective against Hendra Virus. Without a doubt, that last point alone is

enough to convince many equine enthusiasts of the need to keep this product on hand, especially in Australia.

An outdoor portable hot water system is high on the list of ‘must haves’ and is virtually essential for

those colder days. trust me when I say that your horses will love you for it! Apart from the comfort aspect, it also brings health benefits too - you don’t want to be washing your horses in cold water on a cold day, because just like us, your horse can to catch a cold and get sick. Suffice to say, if you’re someone that prefers a squeaky clean horse, or spends a lot of time showing, then this is a ‘must have’ for sure. there is also the added bonus that the humans can benefit too, especially when camping! Country Outdoor Supplies has a great Australian made product called ‘Country Comfort that can keep you ‘and your horses warm and healthy during the cooler days’.

What tack shed or stable would be complete without good quality halters/headstalls and

lead ropes? We all have many cheap ones, but a really good one just lasts the distance. I don’t know about you, but I have broken far too many cheap ones over the years…they just wear out faster and break. It can be awfully scary if it happens when you’re out and about, and not in a safe area.

When the weather turns and it’s all muddy, you can’t go past a good gum boot or wellie! Well,

really a good stout pair of paddock boots/wellies are great all year round, to be out mucking stables or any other duties that we have around our beloved horses. I don’t think there are any reasons why you can’t have fun with these! Rosies Roos do the most fun designer range both short boot, tall boots and even some fun ones for the kids too. Gotta have a good gum boot!

I first saw RAT (Ride on, Articulated, tipping barrow ) Barrow at Equitana 2014 and just loved them. this is a ‘must have’

for any stable, it has so many wonder uses, from good old manual pooper scooping, moving feed, taking feed or hay out to the horses.. putting used sawdust or shavings from your stable into it.. the list can just go on and on.. it’s like a little helper really!

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Holiday with your horse

The converted barn at Howard’s Hill is ideal for an intimate retreat, a rural reception or as a base to explore the surrounding Mornington Peninsula.

And you’ll be spoilt for choice with the nearby trails – all safe, of course.

Take a relaxing beach ride at Gunnamatta and enjoy the stunning ocean views. Unwind on a forest trail to Main Ridge, stopping for a

leisurely rustic lunch at the Pig and Whistle. Or simply soak up the tranquillity on the Merricks– Red Hill forest trail.

Whether your stay be long or short, bring your horse and enjoy the adventure.

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Article and photos by Cátia Castro

Hoof care is vital to keeping your horse healthy. By performing a regular routine of cleaning and general care, you will be able to spot changes much earlier, and recognise when your horse has, or is developing, a problem. your farrier is an important and essential part of this process, and will make sure your horse can move comfortably and freely, prevent lameness and injuries in the tendons and ligaments.

trimming a horse is not only an art, but also a science. While the fundamentals of horse shoeing haven’t changed much for hundreds of years, there are improvements being made all the time with new materials and more knowledge of the horses’ biomechanics and anatomy.

A horseshoe is a fabricated product that is normally made of metal, although sometimes made partially or wholly of modern synthetic materials, designed to protect a horse’s hoof from wear. Shoes are attached on the palmar surface of the hooves, and are usually nailed through the insensitive hoof wall that is anatomically akin to the human toenail, though much larger and thicker.

Portugese rider César Severino has also been a farrier for close to twenty years. Having that combination of experience from both on and under the horse gives César a unique understanding, so he can clearly visualise any movement issues or unneveness through the gaits, as explained to him by the rider.

BHM: When can a horse have its first set of shoes?

CS: Usually best when the level of work is more intense and the hoof is becoming worn or abraded because of this. Generally with Lusitanos, it is around 3 – 3.5 years. On occasion it is necessary for young foals to be trimmed to prevent bad symmetry and balance of the foot and leg.

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