Central Equine Solutions NZ

20/06/2025

Another stunning reversable stock, available now. $50
Pin is $20. Can be sold separately.
All proceeds going towards saving a Kaimanawa horse from the next muster.

18/06/2025

All stocks sold in June and July $ will go towards saving a Kaimanawa from the July Muster.
Stocks are $50 + pp, stock pins sold separately,Large Bling $20, small $10 each, heaps to choose from.
Photos are in stock, Adults & Childs size or can custom make to your colors, unlimited possibilities. Heaps of vintage florals, piping and trims for something unique.

07/06/2025

HUGE Thanks to everyone for supporting Blake's fundraising Auction, I have deposited $110 into his mum's account and she was very grateful for the support. Great to hear Blake is out of ICU and making progress.
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31/05/2025

Many of you are aware of the sudden health issues of young Blake Mouat BJM Equestrian, as a meningitis survivor I know some of the battle his body is going through and the journey ahead.
I'm auctioning a stock with pearl pin and a stunning silver stock pin separately. 100% of the $ will be donated to Blake's family to help in a small way.
So please get bidding folks. Please bid on the individual photos.
Ends Thursday 5th June 8pm.

29/05/2025

Love getting feedback like this. Always a pleasure bringing riders ideas to life. These 2 stocks were stunning and reversible giving a completely different look to suit.

29/04/2025

Always an uncomfortable subject but one that still needs to be discussed, I'm a huge advocate for Equine welfare so lets do what's right for our Equine friends. Awareness is key.

Today I've put on my brave pants because equine welfare is important to me.... as is being kind, compassionate, supportive and understanding to my fellow riders. This topic is emotionally charged, but it's a conversation that is necessary and sticking our heads in the sand won't help ourselves or our horses.

🧠 Fat Shaming vs. Equine Welfare: Let's Clear This Up 🐴

In the equestrian world, conversations around rider size can quickly become uncomfortable. But here's the thing: talking about load limits isn’t about fat shaming — it's about equine welfare. There’s a big difference between targeting a person’s body shape and discussing what a horse can physically carry without risking pain, injury, or long-term damage.

📣 Your amount of body fat or how much you weigh does not need to be discussed. In fact, a tall muscular person can weigh more than a shorter person who has higher adipose tissue (bodyfat).
This is not a conversation about anyone’s worth, appearance, or character. It’s about physics and biomechanics (which is measurable and does not change), and the welfare of our horses.

📊 The Research Is Clear
Multiple studies support the 20% rule: horses should carry no more than 20% of their bodyweight, including tack and rider. Beyond this point, horses begin to display observable signs of stress and unsoundness — regardless of how balanced the rider is or how well the saddle fits.

🔬 Key Findings

✅ Brosnahan & Clayton (2020) found that even with a balanced rider and appropriate tack, horses showed increased gait asymmetry, higher heart rates, and signs of discomfort when load exceeded 20% of their bodyweight.

✅ Greve & Dyson (2013) observed that exceeding this threshold often led to lameness, saddle slipping, and altered movement patterns, even in well-conditioned horses.

✅ Powell et al. (2008) demonstrated that horses carrying 25–30% of their bodyweight had significant increases in muscle soreness, heart rate, and fatigue compared to those carrying 15–20%.

⚖️ Yes, There Are Other Factors Too
It’s not just about the numbers. Factors like the age of the horse, their back health, fitness level, the type and duration of activity, and rider skill and balance all matter. A fit, skilled, and light rider may impact a horse less than an unbalanced one — but weight is still weight, and the research shows even the best riders cannot eliminate the risk once past the 20% threshold.

🤝 No Room for Bullying
There is absolutely no place for abuse, bullying, or humiliation of riders. Conversations around appropriate rider-horse matching must be sensitive, kind, and thoughtful. It’s essential to create space for honest, supportive discussions without shame.

🐴 But We Must Do More to Protect Our Horses
Our horses can’t speak up when they are struggling. It is our duty to advocate for them, to keep their welfare front and centre, and to ensure they are not placed in situations where physical harm is inevitable.

If you’re unsure whether you're within your horse’s safe load limit, consider:

✅ Weighing yourself and your tack

✅ Knowing your horse’s actual weight (not just guessing)

✅ Speaking with a vet, bodyworker, or qualified saddle fitter

✅ Exploring different breeds or horse types that better match your riding needs

🥰Let’s keep these conversations kind, factual, and horse-centred.
Protecting our horses is not up for debate.

23/04/2025

Another stunning stock option, a touch of vintage class. $50 exc pins adult or child.
Pins can be purchased with or without stocks.

20/03/2025

New Product Drop.
Adults and kids Pretied stocks. $50
Stunning Gold & Silver stock or Lapel pins. $20
Small Diamantè or Pearl stock/tie pins. $10
More fabric choices coming.

16/03/2025

Huge Congratulations to the Lowe family on a successful trip to HOY, delighted to have made a Custom Velvet Helmet cover, they won Best Presented in their section.
Well done Team.

26/11/2024

The boys with a variety of TMJ kinesiology taping to support them after their dentist appointment today with the Lovely Simon Roughan Equine Dentist
It's important to support your horse after any procedures to prevent and relieve tension. I love the different reactions from different horses.

01/09/2024

Bodywork isn't just for horses, been helping a few babies now it's calving season.
Perfect for lymphatic drainage, swelling and gentle tension releases after difficult births.

21/08/2024

WELFARE WEDNESDAY
Remember if you have a gelding they need regular Sheath cleaning. 6 monthly checks, more often if they live in dusty paddocks,yards or are stabled. If you can't do it yourself get an expert sheath cleaner or the vet to when sedated for teeth, clipping etc

This is a bean I removed today while trimming feet. This old boy hasn't had his checked for a few years and was very lucky I could get it out without vet intervention, can only imagine the pain it was causing..note it was broken up for removal.