4 Sensible Ways to Kickstart Your Morning- By Rutaksha Rawat

1] Purge yourself with Water: The multiple benefits of drinking water on an empty stomach, followed by no food or drink for a minimum of 40 minutes has been recorded by many. Water purges the system clean of toxins, which not only gives you better health and protects you from ailments but also gives you glowing skin. It also boosts your metabolism and helps you lose weight. These just form the tip of the iceberg. Some claim this 'water therapy' can also cure conditions such as BP, diabetes and even cancer.

 2] Awaken with Coffee: Drinking too much coffee can lead to caffeine addiction, anxiety, heart palpitations, high BP and cholesterol, and even acne. But consuming this antioxidant-loaded beverage in moderation can lead to several benefits. Observational studies show that coffee drinkers are at lower risk of getting Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease in their senior years; are less likely to commit suicide and feel less stressed in general. Coffee also increases metabolism and boosts memory, albeit on a short term basis. One or two cups of coffee in a day are sufficient.

 3] Strike a Yoga Pose: Yoga is now ubiquitous in the world. It has become synonymous with health, increased concentration, wisdom, peace and spirituality—all the virtues sensible people crave. About 30 minutes to an hour of yoga in the morning is a great way to ease into the day.

 4] The rapise yourself with Free Flowing Conversation: Conversation, if carried on without fear of judgment, is better than therapy. Studies indicate that people should continue to regularly share their thoughts and opinions to ward off Alzheimer's and dementia. Voicing our thoughts, opinions, plans and experiences makes us feel heard and validated—the most basic but deepest of human needs. If we are sharing good news or positive plans, we feel like we have laid the foundation for betterment the moment we vocalise these plans with well wishers. If we share our fears or pains, we start to heal the moment we utter words relating these to genuinely empathetic souls. Therefore, starting the day by talking to a loved and trusted one is the best way to start the morning, and a solid foundation to a hopefully wonderful day.

An event for horse lovers in India-By Rutaksha Rawat

The only equestrian centre in India, Japalouppe   Equestrian   Centre, Pune, is geared to host its 5th Annual Equestrian Games from 08-10February 2013.

Japalouppe started the Annual equestrian games in 2007 to create a platform for those passionate about horses to meet and compete in a friendly atmosphere. “The idea was to create a launch pad for new entrants to the sport to begin their sporting journey and the events are designed to make sure that we stay true to the purest principle of any sport - fun,” says Rohan More, MD, Japalouppe.

Judges

Judges at the Games will include Col Sandeep Dewan, who hold over 50 medals to his credit in Show Jumping, Dressage and Three-Day Eventing; Rasika Reddy, a former national level rider and national champion; Jayant Mulay, an experienced rider; and, Philippa Waterfield, who competed successfully in Show Jumping and Eventing.

Events

Competitive events at the Games will include:

• Equitation Class: Riders will be judged on their ability to perform basic school work astride the horse.
• Show Jumping Top Score: The horse and rider will have 90 seconds to cross obstacles set up in the jumping arena.
• Show Jumping Normal: There will be a preset route that the rider and horse will have to negotiate.
• Jumping Challenge:  There will be a single bstacles that the competitors will have to cross successfully.
• Pole Bending: The rider will zigzag the line of the poles, which will be fixed at a preset distance.                                                                                                                                

• Show Jumping Relay: This is a group event consisting of two participants—one from the open category and the other from the junior category. In this event, there is a preset route that the riders and horses must negotiate.
• Ball & Bucket Race: The rider takes a ball, crosses the starting line and puts the ball in the bucket, which is kept across the arena.
• Flag Race: Riders take one flag at a time and deposit it in the bucket set at the other end.
• Dressage: The rider and horse have to perform a preset test.
• Hat Race: Competitors ride towards the other end of the arena, where they must put their hat on top of the empty pole provided.
• Trotting Race: Competitors will trot the length of the arena; go round a marking post, and return.

About Japalouppe

Established in 1998 by Mother-Son duo, Lorraine and Rohan More, Japalouppe has evolved into the foremost authority on equine training in India, with amarquee list of clients and successful events under its belt. Spread over a 12-acre property, Japalouppe is the only facility in the country providing end-to-end equine solutions — from riding, breeding of horses, training, education programmes, veterinary back up, and nutrition consultancy to performance horse management.

Japalouppe aspires to bring riding to the lay person with its equestrian consultancy services. The Annual Equestrian Games hosted by the centre brings together riders and horses of varying ages from across the country. Beyond competitions, the Games also include a concurrent workshop component to propagate education, knowledge and expertise in the field.

Rutaksha Rawat- Give Information about International Pet Trade Fair

Happy New Year! The Creature Companion family would like to say a little prayer for the victim of the Delhi gang rape, which shook the nation in December 2012. Let us hope 2013 is a safer year for women in India, and a lovely year for Indian pets.

Moving on, January is the month for India International Pet Trade Fair (IIPTF)

— the pet event of the year! If you are involved in the business of pets, own pets or even like pets, this is the event to attend! This year’s fair has lots of new, exciting activities and products on display, in addition to the host of activities that are already part of the event. I am personally looking forward to shopping at the Pet Bazaar, which will have irresistible products such as calendars and notebooks with pet photos. Those of you that come in with your pets and are worried about them getting tired, worry not; we have organised a Pet Café for your tired feet and paws!

As for this edition of the Fair Special, it has articles for pet owners and industry members. Do read industry articles for information and statistics. Further, we hope the articles are helpful to international readers, as the content in this issue has been designed to throw light on all aspects of the Indian pet domain.

We wish all our exhibitors the best of luck and thank all supporters and sponsors for their kind encouragement.

Happy Reading and see you at the fair!

Rutaksha Rawat

Editor