Equi-Trek Day-Treka or Night-Treka: Enjoy the freedom to go anywhere

Equi-Trek Night-Treka

The Equi-Trek Day-Treka or Night-Treka offer on-the-go equestrians the perfect way to travel their horse safely, in style. Whether looking for a trailer to get you to and from competitions and lessons, or one with overnight accommodation, the Equi-Trek Treka is the go-to trailer range. Equi-Trek Day-Treka The Equi-Trek Day-Treka is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for an everyday trailer. It is hugely popular with horse owners due to it being lightweight thanks to the woodfree structure and composite panels, as well as 7ft 9inches of headroom and a…

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The horse-human bond: Are we getting it right?

Do you ever sit and really think about the horse-human bond? Do you wonder how our world compares to theirs and how we act could potentially impact our relationship with our four-legged friends? Written by Helen Whitelegg, Research and Policy Manager Redwings Horse Sanctuary. Horses’ ability to cooperate with humans gives them a unique place in our lives and affections. But what insight do we have into what they think about us? And how can we build a positive bond with an animal whose mind and body differ from our…

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Top 10 Equine Essentials for Horse Owners

Top 10 Equine Essentials Every Horse Owner Needs horse in a stable looking towards camera

Every horse owner knows the importance of having the right equine essentials to keep their horse healthy and happy. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced horse owner, having the right supplies is a must. This blog post will cover the top 10 equine essentials every horse owner needs to provide the best care for their horse. Horse ownership goes beyond being ‘able to ride’. Owners should also be able to care for the horse on a long-term basis and be prepared to act in many unexpected situations. From…

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3 Reasons Why Equine Therapy Is Good For You

Horse Therapy

Equine Therapy, also known as equine-assisted therapy, uses horses to help people reach their physical, emotional, and mental goals. It has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its many benefits. In this blog post, we will explore 3 reasons Equine Therapy is a great option for individuals looking to improve their overall health and wellbeing. Equine Therapy, also known as Hippotherapy, is a form of physical, occupational, and psychological therapy that utilizes horses as a therapeutic tool. It is an evidence-based practice used to successfully treat a wide…

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7 Surprising Health Benefits of Horse Riding

Benefits of horse riding horse and rider at the beach galloping in the water

Horse riding is a great way to get out and explore the outdoors while improving your overall health and well-being. There are many benefits of horse riding that you may not be aware of, and that’s why we’ve put together this list of 7 surprising health benefits of horse riding. Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or just getting started, you’ll be surprised at how much your body can benefit from horse riding. Keep reading to discover the excellent health benefits of horse riding. 1) Improves posture Good posture is important…

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The Benefits of Horseback Riding

horseback riding through a field

Is Horseback Riding Good Exercise? Horseback riding is a popular recreational activity that has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is an enjoyable activity that can provide numerous physical and mental benefits, but is it really a good exercise? Horseback riding requires strength, balance, and coordination and can be a great cardiovascular workout. It is suitable for people of all ages and levels of physical fitness and can help improve posture and coordination. Additionally, horseback riding can have a calming, meditative effect, allowing riders to escape the stresses of…

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How Much Does It Cost To Buy a Horse in the US?

How Much Does It Cost To Buy a Horse?

How much does it cost to buy a horse? The expense of purchasing a horse, not only in the US but worldwide, too, extends beyond only the purchase price itself. In the US horse market, numerous factors can affect the purchasing price. We have outlined a few elements that impact horse prices in our article below. Produced in partnership with the World Animal Foundation. Factors affecting horse cost on purchase Given below is a list of all the factors that may affect the costs of buying a horse in the…

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Paradise Wildlife Park feed Dengie Alfa-A Original

Dengie Alfa-A has been showing off its versatility in style by being the feed of choice for various zoo animals (ok, keepers) for 15 years! Hertfordshire-based Paradise Wildlife park have been feeding the popular Dengie feed to their zoo animals for over 15 years. The different species that have been enjoying the high-spec forage include the lowland Topir, Plain Zebra Bactrian Camels and Red Deer “At Paradise Wildlife Park we have used Dengie’s Alfa-A Original for many years now across various species.” Explains James Cork, head keeper. “We mix the…

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Hippotherapy versus Equine Therapy

Hippotherapy versus Equine Therapy

Hippotherapy versus Equine Therapy: Benefits and Differences Both hippotherapy and equine therapy use the horse to carry out activities with people and obtain different benefits. Anyone who has been in contact with horses knows the enormous benefits these animals can bring us; these two disciplines have managed to professionalize this work to obtain results impossible to imagine with other therapies. Let’s learn more about how horses can help us to repair numerous and very different ailments. Hippotherapy versus Equine Therapy In this article, we will look at the difference between…

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Fancy Horseback Falconry in Southern England for 2023?

Horseback Falconry

Horseback Falconry in Southern England, an experience like no other! Many people when talking about falconry from horseback will say they’d love to go to Mongolia to see horses and eagles being used together. But now, with the help of Cavago, the online web and app booking platform, you can see these magnificent birds flying at their best, from as close as Devon! Dartmoor Hawking is the only facility in the UK where you can combine the two ancient arts of falconry and riding. ‘Falconry from Horses’ is great fun with lots of…

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What’s New from Harry Hall, Mountain Horse and more …

What's new Everything Horse

Ready to find exciting new equestrian products just launched? Then take a look below to find out what Harry Hall, Mountain Horse and Toggi have been up to – you’ll also not want to miss what Edwina Tops-Alexander has just launched too! Protechmasta stable wraps Protechmasta stable wraps help protect, support and provide comfort to your horse whilst in the stable.  Re-energise legs with Protechmasta. Sold in a pack of two they are fully breathable and machine washable at just 30 degrees. Sizes: cob, full and extra full Retail price £85.00…

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Top riders talk Christmas Day yard routine

Laura Goodall

Top riders Christmas Day yard routine Taking care of horses doesn’t stop for Christmas, so Robinson Animal Healthcare caught up with their team of sponsored riders to find out what Christmas on the yard is like for them. Sophie Wells “The horses have Christmas Day off and I usually give my grooms the day off too. I’m up early to get the horses fed and mucked out and then they all go on the treadmill. Christmas Day is all about juggling horses and food!” Bubby Upton “It’s important for me…

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Edwina Tops-Alexander Launches New Equestrian Jewellery Range

TOTI Collection Bangle

Olympic show jumper, Edwina Tops-Alexander, has launched an exciting new jewellery range named and inspired by her horse of a lifetime, Toti. Each jewellery item has a story behind it to reflect the special characteristics of the phenomenal equine star Itot du Chateau. The TOTI Collection is truly inspired by passion and is designed to be the next level fine jewellery with unique and elegant designs that will inspire equestrians to fulfil their goals and celebrate their most cherished moments. Against the odds Toti overcame a major accident when he…

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Overview: The BHS Stages and Career Pathways

BHS Stages and Career Pathways

If you’re looking to start a career in the equine industry, the BHS Stages including the associated career pathways, will place you right where you need to be for a career working with horses. A worldwide recognised educational programme, The BHS Stages (British Horse Society Stages), have been available for many years. Today, they are delivered through a variety of career pathways to make sure students are well-equipped with knowledge, education and experience. Here we take a look at both the stages, and pathways, to help give a well-rounded overview…

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5 Pieces of advice for owning a horse while in college

5 Advice For Owning A Horse While In College

Being a student is hard enough. From the endless assignments to the piles of textbooks to figuring out where you’ll go to another party, it can feel like there’s not enough time. But this becomes even harder when you add a horse into the mix. Owning a horse is fun. You can enjoy the great outdoors, hang out with your equine friend and ride off into the sunset. However, owning a horse as a college student is no easy task. It can be hard to juggle all your responsibilities while…

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Best places in the world for a horse riding holiday

Horse Riding Holiday destinations

7 horse riding holiday locations for 2023 and beyond Imagine combining your annual vacation with an activity you love and exploring the world by horseback. Across the globe, there are incredible equine experiences to be had, no matter what your experience level.  Not only does horseback riding offer a unique way to experience a destination but you will meet people who share your passion for these beautiful creatures. Chances are, you will get to ride breeds you have never encountered before, with many holding a special place in the country’s…

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How to use EquiPod from NuroKor

After learning of EquiPod, a non-invasive app-controlled bioelectric therapy device for horses, we got in touch with NuroKor to find out more about what the innovative product does and how it works. Horse owners and equestrians everywhere know the impact of treating an injured horse. It can take time (and money) for a horse to return to full fitness and there are few, if any, targeted options available to accelerate that return. Unsurprisingly, injuries are one of the most common causes for the end of an equine athlete’s career, and the…

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Preparing A Horse for Sale

Good conformation

written by  Kate Jupp Bsc Hons AMCST 4*  Event rider, horse producer and Hilton Herbs Helpline Co-ordinator. Preparing a horse for sale is no easy task. For many of us, it’s a hard decision to sell our horse or pony and the process of doing so can be a demanding one both emotionally, and physically. Not only this, but how well you advertise your horse or pony is a key element to a successful sale. Here’s a selection of top tips on what to include in your listing and what you can do…

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Martin Fuchs Destined for Equestrian Greatness

For Swiss show jumping rider Martin Fuchs, the Palexpo in Geneva is a very special place. In a decorated career that has brought many accolades, the 30-year-old has enjoyed some of his finest moments at the indoor arena.  This year he returns to the venue chasing an unprecedented third consecutive victory in the Rolex Grand Prix, the culmination of five days of elite competition at the CHI Geneva from 7–11 December. Rolex Testimonee Fuchs is without doubt one of the finest show jumpers today. A winner of some of the discipline’s most…

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Hovis the Horse’s Eighth Book Will Hit the Shelves This Month

Diaries told from the viewpoint of a horse called Hovis go on sale this November, with all profits from the book’s sales going to Bransby Horses. ‘Hovis’ Friday Diary, Laughter, Lameness and Lockdowns’ by Lincolnshire-based author Karen Thompson, will be formally launched at the Your Horse Live event on November 11- 13.  The book, which is a collection of diary entries from a regular Friday feature in Horse and Hound magazine, will then be available to buy online.  Karen said: “With the costs of living rising in ways not seen…

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What’s New from Little Rider, Horselight, and More

What's new Everything Horse

In an industry that’s as fast-paced as the focus itself, it’s no wonder we can miss out on fantastic new products entering the marketplace each month. Whether it’s seasonal colour releases or exciting new equestrian/equine wear, there are so many wonderful products we potentially miss out on. From dreamy Little Rider sets to innovative light therapy boots, here’s a selection of what’s landed in our editor’s inbox this week. Looking to feature a new product, range or service? Then send us an email at editor@everythinghorseuk.co.uk New additions to the Little…

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Planes for Horses

Planes for Horses

You might be unable to force a 1,000-pound, 7-foot-tall horse into an average airplane seatbelt. However, with Kull Jet Aero, it is finally possible to transport horses for a longer distance with a little luxury along the way. Kull Jet’s specialized staff takes your horse from point A to B safely and efficiently, attending to their every whim along the way. A horse may need to board a plane to get to a race or meet breeding requirements in another location. From time to time, these magnificent creatures may need to…

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How to avoid being blinded by love when choosing the right horse

finding the right horse

Written by Alex Bowyer Horses are like no other purchase. They are our friends, our listeners, and most certainly our teachers. That very factor can be what causes us to disregard our lists of what we want in a horse and choose a horse that we think needs our help instead, or a horse that is much too young for us but has the kindest eyes. We imagine our future with them, and we always imagine it perfectly. We’ve helped them through their behavioural issues, trained them up and watched…

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The Must Have Horse Apps 2022

Horse Apps 2022 image of horse's neck

Alongside following major events on the calendar and watching an array of video-based content, lovers of all things horse certainly aren’t short on material in the modern world. One of the ways in which people soak up horse-related information is via a number of slick apps, too.  These internet-based offerings provide a great deal of useful information and enable us to keep tabs on everything going on with these magnificent animals. In fact, the internet in general, gives us a wealth of information about the animals we love, ranging from apps that give us…

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Elevator Equestrian launch four new bridle designs

Elevator Equestrian new The Burghley Bridle

The original and best comfort bridle from Elevator Equestrian has got even better with four new and updated designs! British brand Elevator Equestrian has unveiled a new line of anatomical bridles which are designed to elevate horse performance by providing exceptional comfort. The Elevator Elite range comprises four new designs – the Ascot, Burghley, Hickstead and Olympia – which are based on four traditional bridle and noseband styles which the brand has updated using the latest research into bridle fit. At a time when there is ever more awareness of…

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