J.V Equestrian Services

27/08/2025

Both camps are booked out.
Let me now if you would like to join our wait list ☺️

23/08/2025

Both camps now full!
Now accepting a wait list. Thanks to all who continue to support me

06/08/2025

06/08/2025

Eywa had her first lesson in long lining Rainbow today, in preparation for possible harness training.
She also learnt to lunge with two lines for the purpose of teaching self carriage, revisiting cues and topline development.

31/07/2025

From Sunday August 3rd, until about Thursday 7th, our temperatures are tipped to drop below 10⁰ at night. A big drop from the temps we are having lately. Here are some handy tips for your horses health when experiencing sudden temperature changes

🌴🐴 Tropical Cold Snaps & Horse Health: What You Need to Know ❄️🌡️

Even in tropical regions, sudden cold snaps can catch us—and our horses—off guard. With overnight temperatures dropping from averages of 20°C to below 10°C, it’s important to understand how these changes affect equine health.

🧂 Thirst Decreases in Cooler Weather
When the temperature drops, horses naturally drink less—even though they still need hydration. This can lead to dehydration and an increased risk of colic. In tropical climates, horses are used to staying hydrated from warm weather, so a sudden drop can have a stronger impact. Adding salt or electrolytes to feed or water helps trigger thirst and keep them drinking.

🌱 Sugar Spikes in Pasture After Cold Nights
Yes, even in the tropics, frosts can occur—especially in open or low-lying areas. When this happens, grasses can develop high sugar levels overnight due to stress, increasing the risk of laminitis, especially in horses with metabolic issues.

🔑 Tips:

Provide loose salt and add extra salt to feed daily during cold snaps.

Offer plenty of fresh, clean water as well as a bucket of molasses water to encourage your horse to drink.

Restrict grazing early in the morning after a frost—use hay until the sun warms the pasture.

Keep rugs dry and appropriate for the weather shift—avoid overheating during the day.

18/07/2025

Cairns Show 2025 – Vinnie & Cluedo

I spent a couple of days at the Cairns Show with my two boys, Vinnie (Investor) and Cluedo (Federal Agent).

I choose to show my horses to build their confidence in new environments, to challenge myself with personal goals, and because I genuinely love presenting them at their best.

Both horses were brilliant.

Vinnie was understandably nervous to start—chomping at the bit and with a case of the show-day runny poos! But he held it together and really listened to me, which built trust between us. Each time he stepped into the ring, he became a little more relaxed. I didn’t ride him this time, choosing not to push the threshold—but by the end, I probably could have, and that in itself feels like a win.

Cluedo competed under saddle in two events, coming home with a first and a third. He was so beautifully relaxed throughout the show, which made me really proud. We’re still working through an issue with his right canter lead—something I suspect is tied to my own crooked hips. A good reminder that riding is always a partnership and that I have things to work on, too.

All up, it was a lovely experience, and I went home feeling incredibly grateful for these two special horses.

12/07/2025

📈 'Investor' (aka Vinnie), a stunning 7-year-old chestnut 🧡 gelding that had 50 race starts for 6 wins 🥇 and $172,110 in prizemoney 💰 is proving that he’s just as impressive off the track as he was on it 💪

Trained by Rowe Racing, Vinnie ran his last race in March, and in under three months, he’s already shining in a brand-new career! 🌟

📸 Owner Joelle recently shared photos that capture Vinnie’s charm and show-ready presence.

Last week, he stepped into his first-ever show, joining an in-hand class to soak in the atmosphere and what a debut he had! 😍

🥇 Vinnie won the Led Hack class and Reserve Champion Led Horse of the Show 🎖️

Well done Joelle! A brilliant transition that deserves a standing ovation 👏💫

12/07/2025

So proud of Lacey!
Camp for 3 days and then off to the Mareeba Rodeo to come second in barrel racing in her age group ❤️❤️❤️🏅

11/07/2025