Elizabeth Griffiths
Elizabeth Sobecki is a 27-year-old Adelaide local Para-Equestrian rider campaigning for the 2020 Paralympics in Tokyo….
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Superhero antioxidants vs free radical villains
Antioxidants are well known for their health benefits in human nutrition and we are often encouraged to eat foods that are rich in these vital nutrients. Luckily for us, dark chocolate and red wine are potent sources of antioxidants… Of course, moderation is key and nutritionists will likely suggest certain fruits and vegetables as healthier…
It’s back and Bigger than ever! Take the 21 Day Challenge today!
Think your horse may need a digestive health product? Already on one? Not sure which product will benefit your horse most? So many questions! Now you can put GastroAID or GastroHEALTH to the test! Kelato guarantee it so make the switch today. So, What is the 21 Day Challenge? Take the 21 day challenge with…
Equine Star Focus : Punching in a Dream
It’s pretty clear from these images that Jessica Tainsh and her XC machine “Punching in a Dream” (aka Punchy) have that special connection. They have had a super event at the Adelaide International 3 Day Event finishing in 7th place. Jess says of her event with Punchy : “The Australian International 3DE 2018 has been…
EQUINE STAR FOCUS: The stunning Braggo S
Meet the EQUITANA People’s Choice reigning champion, the stunning Braggo S. Terarossa Lodge Friesian stallion, Braggo S was imported to Australia in 2013 and is a Ster stallion with a KFPS breeding permit. At Equitana 2014 the stunning Braggo S stole the show. He was not only selected to be in the Dressage Masterclass and a Private “one on…
HAVING IT ALL – Jessica Tainsh on the ‘Baby Balancing Act’ of being an Eventer Mum
The preparation in the lead up to riding at the prestigious Melbourne 3 Day Event is intense for any rider but doing it while juggling a ‘normal job’, a professional stable full of horses, a burgeoning saddlery business plus everything that goes with being mum to a busy two year old, and we’re talking a…
Gut Health From The Inside Out!
Gut Health Proves Pivotal to Remy’s Recovery When Mandy Eaton’s young Palomino Stock Horse sustained a serious stifle injury just five weeks after she bought him, she thought things couldn’t get any worse. Then he developed an infection and came close to death. While ‘Remy’ did eventually turn the corner, the effects of weeks of…
THE SOUND OF SIGHT….The Living Markers enabling blind dressage rider Sue-Ellen Lovett fulfil her dressage dream
Most riders never reach a level where they earn the right to represent their country, but Sue-Ellen Lovett is not most riders! The dressage rider from NSW is blind, a hereditary disease called ‘Retinitis Pigmentosa’ having slowly robbed her of her vision since the age of 12. But Sue-Ellen has never considered her condition a…
‘Superstars in the Making’ – The Tainsh Top Tips for Developing Young Eventing Horses
Simon Tainsh is a professional rider! He doesn’t get weekends off, holidays are few and far between and the prize money barely covers his entry fees. Ask him though, and he’d tell you he wouldn’t have it any other way. The elite eventer and full-time coach owns Kia Ora Performance Horses in Victoria and grew…
Understanding Ulcers- Chloe’s Story
Did you know that Gastric Ulcers are one of the most common issues that equine vets deal with every day? They are caused by an unnatural build-up of stomach acid which damages the stomach lining and they don’t always show up upon scoping. It’s not just racehorses who are prone to ulcers, between 50 and…
How to travel 7000kms for 3 shows and survive!
Travelling long distances with performance horses can be stressful, expensive and can impact heavily on their health and wellbeing. Imagine arriving at your destination and discovering that your horse is unfit to compete! Thankfully there are ways to minimise the negative effects of lengthy journeys, you just need to know how. Carsten and Fiona Graetz…
Annabel Reveals Her Soundness Secrets
Keeping her horses sound is a number one priority for NSW eventing rider Annabel Cargill. In this video, she talks about her philosophy on horse health, and explains why she trusts SwellDOWN to keep her top eventing horses looking, training and performing their best….
