Equine Perceptions

14/05/2026

Frosty, the quirky yet lovable Appy starter has come a long way in his time here. He has had a lot to absorb in a new environment. And it's time for him to have a few weeks at home to decompress and mature both physically and mentally. We look forward to seeing him in a few weeks well rested and ready to roll 👌

13/05/2026

Pole work with Possum (4 $∆LE)
See previous Facebook post for details.

12/05/2026

WOW... I know reception isn't great out here, but seriously? 😬😂

06/05/2026

On behalf of a client:
Possum
3.5 yo paint X TB
Sire: Brother Bear
15hh unmeasured
Possum is a lovely solid type with a ton of potential. Due to her just finishing up her first start, (10 weeks) she is for experienced riders only. Someone who can continue her education and tap into a potential. She is forward but kind.
She has established walk, trot, Canter under saddle.
She has ridden out and around the property on tracks in company and has also done solo work over the last couple of weeks. her arena work is green but on the improve. 👌 enquiries welcome. Visits welcome by appointment.

04/05/2026

Most, if not all of my clients would have seen Coal in full swing from 2021 to 2025. He has had an integral part in training each and every client horse that came through my stables for last 9 years. He is only 14 but was retired from racing at 4 with a near fatal injury resulting in massive pec muscle loss. Coal trained up as a Lead Pony- almost by accident- and absolutely loved his job but his old injuries are catching up with him.
Coal, my quirky go to lead pony officially retired nearly 12 months ago (in this time he was rehabbed for a 6 months after anterior ligament surgery and it was clear he was not going to make it back to'full work'). He stood up to rearing colts, trucks on the road whilst leading trainees, chasing down the occasional loose horse, pretty much everything you can imagine. And the quirk ??- occasionally, if he saw a vegetable picker in the paddock he had a complete flip out 😂 and he loved to let loose on lunging day!🥰
Most recent photos from 2021- 2024.. what a life he's lead, from racing, retraining, pleasure riding, to the best Lead Pony I've ever had! 😊 Cheers Coal-I couldn't have handled half of these quirky naughty little kids without you. Happy retirement! 😁😁🔥🍻🍻

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

Thicker rugs = warmer horses… and suddenly that electric fence seems more like a suggestion to your horses as they lean on the fence to get that wisp of grass on the other side.🐴
Rug Zappers fix that.⚡
Quick velcro on the chest strap → zap restored → Your rugs will thank you. Your fences will thank you.
Your horse… less so.😉

On special now. In store & online https://tradingstables.com.au/products/hilltop-rug-zappers

30/04/2026

What a perfect morning for horsing around 🐴🌄☮️♥️

29/04/2026

On behalf of a client:
Possum
3.5 yo paint X TB
Sire: Brother Bear
15hh unmeasured
Possum is a lovely solid type with a ton of potential. Due to her just finishing up her first start, (8 weeks) she is for experienced riders only. Someone who can continue her education and tap into a potential. She is forward but kind.
She has established walk, trot, Canter under saddle.
She has ridden out and around the property on tracks in company and has also done solo work over the last couple of weeks. her arena work is green but on the improve. 👌 enquiries welcome. Visits welcome by appointment.

28/04/2026

27/04/2026

I think every rider that has ridden out of a property or on trail has experienced this...😡

If you see a horse on the roadside, you are required to SLOW DOWN. Full stop.
That applies whether the horse is being ridden or lead. If the rider or handler is indicating you to slow down, this is for a damn good reason!Horses on the road have varied experience with it, and even the quietest one can react in a split second to a car hitting the gravel, kicking up stones, perhaps a trailer with a flappy tarp on the back!. When a handler signals you to slow down, IT IS NOT A SUGGESTION it is for safety. And common courtesy- something is extremely lacking across the board these days I think.
The photo I’m sharing tells a frustrating but common story: a woman leading a child on a horse, doing everything right, yet car after car sped past despite clear signals to slow down.
It takes you seconds to ease off the accelerator and pass safely.
It also takes seconds to speed past and cause fear, stress, or serious injury.
This is not just about road rules — it’s about basic awareness, respect, and responsibility.
Pay attention, SLOW DOWN. GIVE SPACE. Life could depend on it. and really, why do you need to create that kind of stress and ruin someone else's day when it would take you just a moment to avoid that situation entirely.