Interview with FEI veterinarian, Dr. Rüdiger Brems
Heiner Schiergen, one of the most successful German dressage instructor, brings professional sport horses in top shape.
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Use free of charge associated with the Interview with Dr. Rüdiger Brems, May 2006. Document to: Thekla Venne Busch, Overbeckstraße 4, 49080 Osnabrück
Dr. Rüdiger Brems, veterinary clinic for horses in Wolfesing, (www.horsedoc.de and www.pferdeklinikwolfesing.de) takes care of German horse athletes for many years.
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Use free of charge associated with the Interview with Dr. Rüdiger Brems, May 2006. Document to: Thekla Venne Busch, Overbeckstraße 4, 49080 Osnabrück
Fit to the point - Sporthorses optimally prepared
What makse successful professional athletes get olympic victors? Specialist Veterinarian Dr. Rüdiger Brems is a veterinary of a clinic for horses in Wolfesing, he carried out for many years the top German stars horses and training them to international competitions before. For an interview, Dr. Rüdiger gives practical tips on how to prepare the best horse for the tournament season.
What is the ideal training from?
The training must be slow to increase fitness. The horse should not be too early at the peak of his performance in some weeks before the tournament. Ideally, train a horse three days before to reach the competition's top form. The last two days before the tournament should be a relaxed approach and the horse moves only slightly for testing loose and balance.
Should tournament horses be on the pasture?
In general, grazing horses are highly recommended for the tournament. They are not wild because the risk of injury must be avoided. It is important that the horse should not eat lots of fresh grass. Less lush pastures are more suitable for horses tournament.
Which diet is recommended for horses?
What is important is a diet that adapts to the horse. Because horses need a lot of energy and high-quality nutrients, they may not be yet too heavy. Many of us looked after horses selecting targeted nutritional products Viequo, a liquid supplement that is available only through veterinarians (www.vetvital.de). These are available in different formulations, eg for building the muscles or to strengthen the immune system. It is particularly important so that the horses do not get stress ahead of the tournament season. An important role is also the perfect ration of oats.
What extent is important for oats in the form of a horse?
The old adage "sticks oats" has its justification. Because there is no scientific evidence that oats contains substances on horses activating and performance-enhancement effect. Horse Oats are not just restless, they also get a lot of energy and strength.
Should we renounce on oats in nervous horses?
You have to refrain entirely on oats, but it is the ratio in favor of pellets move. We recommend for nervous horses also the liquid food supplement Viequo Calm, serenity, balance and relaxation of a horse in a natural manner.
Do tournament horses need resting at home or should they be accustomed to the bustle?
Sport horses are tournaments on a regular basis, often several days in a row. You automatically get used to the hustle and bustle. At home, they should have rest, recover and relax.
Note: April 2006. Text and images are available for free editorial use. Reductions and changes required to vote with the author. Receipt requested. I will be glad to send text and picture via e-mail. Contact: Thekla Venne Busch, Overbeckstraße 4, 49080 Osnabrück, Tel 0541/2027384 , Email thekla.krater Venne-busch @ osnanet.de
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