Q: We hear you grew up in Limpopo cattle farming with your dad, tell us how you got involved with horses? A: I grew up on a maize farm initially and my dad then went on to work in the cattle trade, I helped a lot at the auctions with herding cattle. I was spotted by two cattle […]
Article by Linda Hennings – Forging Ahead I’ve been having a lot of fun teaching Jazz to do things and then rewarding her behaviour with a “ssscchhhh” noise (to imitate a click) and a small piece of carrot. It’s called “positive reinforcement” and it means that every time she does something I want her to […]
Article from Linda Hennings – Forging Ahead These are unprecedented times, and I’ve made so many changes to and edits to this article, that it really has taken on a life and direction of its own. I wanted to write about motivation, and how it can be one of the most important tools in your […]
Q: How did you start out with horses and what led you to become a barefoot trimmer? A: I’ve been an animal lover since I was a small boy. I used to watch the farriers working on our horses. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to be trained in the art of shoeing by a family of […]
I fell off today. It strikes me as a rather memorable event, because I came to a few important conclusions as I reflected on the ride as I hacked home after my lesson. Firstly, it’s only the second fall I’ve had after returning to riding just over five years ago, after a break of 15 […]
6 Indicators of SIJ pain/stiffness Either Yes/No indication 3/more out of 6= POSITIVE pain/stiffness Reduced Lumbosacral flexibility: Side to Side (Lateral) and Up/Down (Ventrodorsal) mobility should be symmetrical NOW: Presence of “guarding mechanism” Horse avoids movement on one side or overall movement Tracking narrow behind: Normally horses hind feet follow front feet, on […]
Earlier this week I had to go for a medical treatment. It’s something that has to get done every year with a 6 month follow up so it isn’t unplanned or surprising in any way, but unfortunately my personal medical aid policy doesn’t cover this treatment so I find myself down R9000 per appointment. As […]
Q: Sue we understand both your daughters are avid event riders, where and when did your interest in horses start? We understand you own the very successful Global Herbs and are an expert when it comes to fitting the correct bit for a horse? Please tell us a bit more. A: I am from a […]
Q: You have quite a history of working with riders and improving their bodies, I understand you started out teaching Pilates. Please explain how this improves the way in which the rider communicates with their horse. A: Pilates gave me the understanding of the importance and impact of posture and mobility on the body and […]
Q: Where did your interest in horses start and what led you to specialize in Dressage? A: I was brought up in New Zealand in a farming community and started riding horses at the age of 5. I used to spend my days as a kid on a horse herding cows and sheep with my […]
Lyle starts 2021 with a bang
BloodstockA New Year it may be, but it’s more of the same for Kuda-sponsored jockey Lyle Hewitson, who has opened up a commanding lead at the top of the National Jockeys’ Championship. While many South Africans allowed themselves to sleep in for a few late morning hours on New Year’s Day, the 23-year-old travelled to […]
Lyle joins our winning team!
BloodstockLeading South African rider Lyle Hewitson will boot home the winners for the rest of the season with Kuda Insurance as his primary sponsors. The 23-year-old jockey, who won the national championship in 2018/19, currently leads this season’s log with 89 wins going into his meeting at the Vaal. He will also be in action […]
Kuda Bloodstock Mortality Boost +
BloodstockThis product has to be taken in conjunction with the annual Mortality Cover. Product Description: This is a fall of hammer product where Kuda will insure the horse on an annual basis for the purchase price at the auction. As we know, training, spelling, pre-training and other horse related costs can be quite substantial. In the […]