Celtic Stud NZ

Celtic Stud NZ Celtic Stud NZ - Based in Warkworth, NZ

Breeding Pintos for Performance and Pleasure horses. Hi,

I am Michelle Sefton. I am a private and Pony Club Coach.

I have been involved in horses for 33 years now. I went through pony club to conplete B Certificate, unfortunately my age stopped me from finishing my A and H Certificates. I have competed CNC80 through to 1* Eventing, Show Jumping to 1.25m, Dressage to Level 3 have schooled to Level 4. I have vast experience in a range of disciplines and levels. I have competed internationally in Canada and the U

SA, as part of a New Zealand development squad for NZMGA, who I am a founding member of. While overseas, I not only competed in games but also eventing, shows and equitation.(if you would like more information please message). I have competed successfully at HOY and won titles. I am a breeder of Pintos for performance and pleasure with top bloodlines that go back to Ace Of Diamonds and Galaxy Pourewa. I also train horses from foals, unhandled horses, right through to any age and problem solve any problems. The Clinics I run are:
Equine First Aid, Equine Nutrition , Turn Out (for all English riding events), What to look for when buying a horse and Introduction To Breeding. I also offer:
Nutrition Consults
Float training
Bowen Therapy for Horses, Dogs and People
Groundwork Lessons
Ridden Lessons to a variety of levels of rider and horse. I use natural horsemanship based on positive pressure release system using methods from Andrew McLean ESI and Steve Brady. Each horse is different and has different ways of learning so I work with them. I am a Qualified Veterinary Technician, also with studies and training in Equine Nutririon. I have practiced for 15 years in Equine Clinics, small animal and large animal clinics. I am happy to help with any level of rider and horse and with anything either may need and want to achieve. I also offer services for rehabilitation and wound care and management. You could say I do a bit of everything. I am here to help horses and their riders/handlers/owners in anyway I can for best positive outcomes for all. I am the proud owner of Celtic Stud NZ and also very proudly sponsored by Dynavyte NZ
Farmalogic Equine
Gunn Valley Equestrian

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In simple terms, Humulus Lupulus is the scientific name for the common Hop plant. While you may know it for its use in brewing beer, in the equine world, it’s a powerful herb known for its calming properties. It helps soothe a horse's nervous system and promotes healthy gut function, which is often a key to maintaining overall well-being and a calm demeanor.

By focusing on natural, well-researched ingredients, we help you support your horse's health from the inside out.

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Triple Star Celtic The Last Stand, aka Cosmo. 😊❤️🐎🍀
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We hope this image serves to remind horse owners that there is significantly more sugar in grass than most people realise. As we enter spring here in New Zealand, these high sugar levels can pose serious risks to our horses, making them susceptible to Laminitis.

Therefore, we encourage you to be mindful of this by reducing your horse's green grass intake.

Methods such as break feeding or track grazing, along with providing more low-sugar meadow hay, are effective strategies to reduce these risks.

After working on this area for over 2 decades, please believe me when I say the last thing any horse owner wants to see is their horse crippled in pain from laminitis, with rising vet bills and the pain and misery for all concerned, that goes with this condition.

So, I implore you to please be proactive, and act now to prevent it from happening to your horse.

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Fun Facts About Horses' Tongues
The horse's tongue is far more than just a taste organ. It's a powerful and complex tool that plays a vital role in their daily life and health.

It's a Muscular Tool: A horse's tongue is incredibly strong and muscular. They use it like a hand to sort through hay and grass, guiding the good bits into their mouths and pushing out any tough stems or debris.

A Unique "Fingerprint": Just like a human's fingerprint, a horse's tongue print is unique to them. No two are exactly alike.

Highly Sensitive: The tongue is packed with nerves, making it extremely sensitive to touch, pressure, and taste. This is why they can be picky eaters, and it's also why proper bit fitting is so crucial to their comfort.

They're Expert Drinkers: When a horse drinks, they don't scoop water with their tongue. Instead, they curl their tongue and create a vacuum-like suction, which pulls the water into their mouth.

A Window to Their Health: The colour and feel of a horse's tongue can be a quick indicator of their health. A normal, healthy tongue is a moist pink. A very pale, bluish, or purplish tongue can be a sign of poor circulation or other health issues.

Taste Matters: Horses have a well-developed sense of taste that helps them distinguish between palatable and potentially harmful plants when grazing. This also makes them very good at sorting through their feed.

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106 Wyllie Road
Warkworth
0981

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

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