Be'ulah Equine Services

02/07/2023

FOR SALE Legs is 4 years old, 14.5 hands very quiet and suitable for any age rider has had plenty of kids ride him, has been mustering and never put a foot wrong asking 4,000 for him

07/02/2023

So much to learn about, not just horses, but LIFE from this one post 👌🏽

🛑Stop Using the Word Consent - It is Wrong.

If you are like me and have a background in health, research or law, the use of the word “consent” in regard to horses or other animals is wrong.

“Consent” is a very special type of permission allowing someone to do something.

It is not a horse standing calmly to be saddled, it is not a horse putting its head into a halter and it is definitely not a horse touching a “start button” to say it is ready to begin work!

None of these things give any evidence of consent occurring...that is because "consent" has a VERY specific meaning.

Let me explain…

Legally, consent means free agreement to participate. It must be voluntary and without fear or coercion.

Therefore, firstly to agree, a participant must understand what is going to happen to them. The risks and benefits, and have the capacity to ask questions and make a decision based on information given.

How can a horse understand the ramifications of its training? Of putting on that saddle, having its head restrained in a halter or whatever else you are wishing to do with it? How do you communicate the risks and benefits? How can the horse make that decision?

We do not consider young children or mentally compromised individuals (such as dementia patients etc.) as being competent to provide consent…therefore how can a horse?

Coercion through your position of power in the relationship, means that if you have done ANY form of training or any action at all to influence the horses behaviour or perception…and yes that definitely includes food rewards or scratches…you cannot consider consent.

And no, just because your horse touches the “start button” and you tell me that means your horse just said “yes” it was ready to begin…also results in the horse proceeding on with training and potentially getting more treats. Any consequence, whether the horse gets rewards or relief from pressure or gets some change in your behaviour, eliminates the idea of consent!

Sure, you might have acceptance or submission, but you DO NOT have consent.

Stop using the word, consent is a very specific concept. It is way more than just making a simple “choice” and it is incorrect to use it in regards to working with animals.

It might sound like you are an extra special nice person when you say you get your horse’s consent…but you cannot and you do not. So please, stop using it. It is wrong and a misuse of the term.

Just because you are not gaining a horse’s consent, does not mean you are not performing really good training.

Instead of focusing on the impossibility of gaining “consent”, shift your attention to something that is way more important - your role as guardian or advocate for the horse. Horse’s cannot understand what is happening to them, the risks, benefits and ramifications now or down the track. We can’t eliminate coercion and influence from our power status in our relationship with them. But we can use our position to keep their welfare our number one priority in all our decisions and actions.

This is what is important, because this is the reality of the situation ❤️

01/02/2023

*Make an offer need gone ASAP*
For sale
4yo ash gelding. Easy going gelding, good for all ages. No vices.
Has Conman lines but cannot be registered. Can be a bit fresh after a spell but nothing a quick lunge won't fix. More videos in comments $4000 ono

02/06/2021

Have you got a young horse that needs to be started or a old horse that is not quite right, Be’ulah Equine Servises is local in Calliope and ready to help you and your horse out. Feel free to contact us by messaging this page or give Lijah a ring on 0437678171 looking forward to hearing from you

31/05/2021

8yo ASH mare for sale

*Unregistered*
Can be registered by classifiers

*ABOUT TIME*

Sire: BRAEMAR DAWSON #232727
Hazelwood Showman / Braemar Encore

Dam: Palamino paint mare breed unknown

"About Time"
She's all there, style, speed, nature & potential. Ready for an experienced rider to take into any discipline. Has had a foal & just been brought back into work. PM for genuine enquiries

16/12/2020

Massive shoutout to Limestone clothing calliope for the amazing new merchandise

24/11/2020

*SOLD*
QH Gelding for sale *Registered*

‘Smart N Hot Hickory’

SIRE: Lethal N Fancy Q-51390

DAM: Hickory’s Intent Q-38301

Good alround gelding, good natured, ridden by all ages, has been broken in over the last five weeks.
Pm me for details, photos, videos, etc.

23/11/2020

‘Lethal Roc’ 4yo QH Gelding by Lethal N Fancy/ Sylish Gold Era *Registered*

SIRE: Lethal N Fancy Q-51390
Lethal Lena/ Docs Freckles Oak- stylish, quick, agile.

DAM: Sylish Gold Era Q-50065
Roc O Lena/ Docs Boab. ‘ERA’ bred by Ray McGhee, placed 1st in many events including Halter, Reining & Trail.
Roc’s half sister placed 1st in Paradise Lagoons Landmark Sale Incentive Draft.

Bred for versatility, will suit any discipline.
Broken in over the last five weeks, smart, lots of potential, ridden by all ages.
Pm me for more details, photos, videos, etc.

23/11/2020

*SOLD*
QH Gelding For Sale *Unregistered*

SIRE: Mr Dualman (IMP) Q-43619
Athleticism, versatility, type and temperament!
Winner of Open & Non Pro Cuttings, Campdrafts & Challenge finalist. Proven Progeny

DAM: Docs Tesca Bar Q-70882
Very fast & athletic, big framed cowy mate.
Double cross Docs Spinifex

Will suit drafting, challenging. Versatile, strong, smart, pretty, quiet natured. Parents 14-15.1 hh
Broken in over the last five weeks, ridden by all ages loads of potential
Pm me for more details, photos, videos etc.

23/11/2020

A couple of breakers gettin a trim up today ready to go on the market. Keep your eye out for these smart young geldings