African Horse Sickness is a disease endemic to certain parts of Africa. It is thought to be a Zebra virus carried by midges. It can be a a serious disease with high mortality, but many horses do recover. There is a vaccine but its effectiveness is hotly debated. Standard veterinary treatment, which is aimed at … Continue reading
Reblogged from Barefoot at the 2012 World Endurance Champs: Laura & Mauser's WORLD CHAMPS RAFFLE! Win a 7 night holiday for 2 worth R35,000 with Wild Coast Horse Safaris Laura & Mauser’s WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS RAFFLE! Laura Seegers and PSV Mauser have been chosen to ride for South Africa at the FEI WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS in … Continue reading
We had a house full of people for the Barefoot Course a couple of weeks ago when we heard the tragic news that Ashley’s brother Branden had died. Ashley is our full-time work rider, and son of dear friend Julie-Anne Gower who operates the Wild Coast Horse Trails. Julie-Anne has written this post about Branden: … Continue reading