Margaret River Horse & Pony Club Dressage Series

💛 Sometimes the best listener has four legs.

They don’t care if you’ve had a bad day. They don’t need you to explain. And they’re usually quite happy just to sit beside you.

Our animals can bring companionship, routine, connection and plenty of reasons to get outside and keep moving. Whether it’s walking the dog, feeding the chooks, heading out to see the horse or simply having a cat curl up beside you, those everyday moments can make a real difference to how we feel.

But today, on R U OK? Day, it’s also a reminder to check in with the humans around us.

If someone seems a little quieter than usual, or just hasn’t seemed themselves lately, take a moment to ask:

“Are you OK?”

You don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes being there and listening is enough.

And if you have a furry, feathered or four-legged mate who makes your days a little better, thank them with an extra pat from us today. 💛

https://www.ruok.org.au/r-u-ok-day

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Evolution Equestrian needs to into, they are a family owned equestrian business based in Margaret River, proudly owned and operated by Lyn and Anna Johnson.

Offering a carefully selected range of quality clothing and equipment for horse and rider, Lyn and Anna are passionate about supporting the equestrian community and making every customer feel like part of the family.

With their warm, friendly service and knowledgeable advice, Lyn and Anna are always happy to help riders find what they need.

Spring is here, we all need new riding outfits!

ON SATURDAY! ONE DAY ONLY! 🎉🎉🎉 Located in the rear yard from 8am.

Mitre 10 Design Centre

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Nutrien Ag Solutions Margaret River is proud to support our local agricultural community with trusted advice, quality products and practical solutions. Backed by Nutrien’s extensive industry knowledge and delivered by a dedicated local team, the branch provides everything from livestock and animal health supplies to fencing, farm essentials and more.

Follow them on Facebook, go see Shaz at work and get all your Ag supplied in store. 🏪7 Auger Way, Margaret River

🎟️ RAFFLE ALERT at the 2026 WA State Dressage Championships! 🐴
Don’t miss your chance to WIN big while supporting the sport you love!

✨ Incredible prizes up for grabs, including:
🪖 KEP Italia Helmet – ride in elite-level safety & style
🎩 Harcour Tail Coat – elegance meets performance in the arena
🛍️ Harcour Clothing Pack - style means everything
🔥 Harcour Saddle Cloth & Bonnet – because your horse has to look good too
📣 Saddle up for your chance to win – luxury, performance, and prestige await!

To be drawn at the conclusion of the Freestyle competition at the SEC on Sunday, 13th September.
Tickets are $5 each

Use the link below to purchase
https://www.raffletix.com.au/?ref=84zs3

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Duncan Equine Group are dedicated to creating safer, smarter fencing solutions for horses and their owners.

Proudly based here in Jindong, their range includes Stallion Rail, Shockcoat horse-safe gates, PVC posts and feeders, All backed by extensive industry experience, genuine product knowledge and a lifelong passion for horses.

Find out more at www.duncanequine.com.au

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Bell Pasture Seeds can help horse owners get the most out of their paddocks, supplying a wide range of pasture seeds and custom mixes to suit different conditions. They can help you choose the right seed for your horses and paddocks.

Being fourth generation and based in Boyanup they have the local knowledge and know how to ensure you can get the best out of your pasture.

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Find out more at https://bellpastureseeds.com.au/

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🦷 When a fractured tooth reveals a bigger problem

Team work makes the dream work, here Dr Jonathan and Dr Elise worked hard to remove a painful tooth for this handsome patient. This gelding was referred to us after a fracture was identified in his lower-right canine tooth by our friend Jonny Keen at Equine. Examination confirmed that the fracture extended into the pulp (the sensitive, living tissue inside the tooth).

Because the pulp was exposed and the tooth had significant underlying disease, preserving it with a vital pulpotomy was not a suitable option. Radiographs were taken to assess the full tooth below the gumline and revealed marked changes consistent with EOTRH.

What is EOTRH?

Equine odontoclastic tooth resorption and hypercementosis is a painful, progressive dental disease that most commonly affects the incisors and canine teeth of older horses.

The disease may cause:

- resorption and weakening of the tooth roots;
- excessive cementum formation around the roots;
- bulbous enlargement of affected teeth;
- inflamed or receding gums;
- loose, fractured or painful teeth; and
- draining tracts or infection around the tooth roots.

In this case, the fractured canine was carefully extracted with a great recovery made by the handsome patient.

One simple way to monitor incisor comfort at home is the carrot test. Offer your horse a firm, whole carrot and observe whether they can grasp and bite through it comfortably. Hesitation, refusal, dropping the carrot or trying to chew it with the cheek teeth may indicate incisor or canine pain.

Horses can continue eating despite significant dental discomfort, so subtle changes matter. Regular dental examinations, and radiographs when indicated, allow us to identify disease below the gum line and make treatment decisions focused on long-term comfort.

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Spring has arrived, bringing an exciting line-up of movement, connection and a few special treats at Tonic Pilates Collective, with more opportunities to move, breathe, connect and come home to yourself. Pilates is particularly beneficial for horse riders, helping to build core strength, balance and body awareness to improve stability in the saddle and support a stronger, more effective and independent seat.

Book into a class today https://www.tonicpilatescollective.com.au/

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Ray White Stocker Preston is a our local real estate team with a great presence across the South West. They know the area and the local community so well and work across residential, rural, lifestyle properties and property management.

With more than 100 years of combined real estate experience and a team of over 60 local professionals, they have a great understanding of the region and the people who call it home

IYKYK Their Head of Property Management can not only help you settle into a gorgeous rental.. if you are very lucky he can also help you settle into the horse of your dreams.

📸: Pictured is DVB Lover Boy 😍💛🏠🏘️SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT