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Is your horse needle shy? Help is at hand! The Mare and Foal Sanctuary will be launching another of its successful Confident Horse webinars on 8th December. This time the expert team will be looking at how to help a horse or pony with needle shyness. When a horse or pony is needle shy it is usually because they are worried about having an injection. Their fear response may be shown through avoidance behaviours such as pulling away, pushing handlers out of the way, rearing or trying to escape. When a horse is needle shy…

** Sponsored Post ** If you, like many horse owners, dread the winter months then this article, brought to you by Robinson Animal Healthcare, offers advice to help make winter worry-free by stocking up on first aid kit items. The winter months bring with them a whole new set of ailments and injury risks to both horses and their owners as the temperature drops and we are faced with adverse weather conditions. From slipping on ice (horse and owner) to mud fever and other minor injuries, it’s better to be…

Horse and Human: Three ways to create a better connection Written by Andrea Wady –  an international clinician specialising in horse behaviour and liberty. She is a teacher for the critically acclaimed HorseClass online community. The chances are you and your horse know each other well, but when you put your hand on your heart, how deep is your level of trust in each other? If your chasing Olympic glory or flowing around at liberty, chances are your trust in each other is rock solid, but what about us mere…

Which straps should I attach my girth to? In this article, Society of Master Saddlers’ President, Master Saddler, Master Bridle Maker, Master Harness Maker, Registered Master Saddle Fitter and Registered Qualified Bridle Fitter, Helen Reader, provides advice on: Which straps should I attach my girth to? This is a common question especially as saddles now can have up to five girth straps each side which makes it confusing for the rider. Traditionally there would be only three girth straps. One on a narrow web just behind the front arch of…

The Top 6 Equestrian Events 2022 In this article we take a look at the top 6 equestrian events 2022. After almost two years of devastation caused by the COVID pandemic, competitors, event organisers, trade stands and spectators can get ready for a jam packed calendar of action for 2022. Some of our best loved events are set to make a return to the field, including 5* Badminton Horse Trials, which has seen other major changes to operations over the past couple of years. So, without further ado, here’s our…

Mollichaff Light Molasses Free is the perfect low-cost option for adding fibre to your horse or pony’s diet, no matter their level of work. Low in sugar, starch, and calories, Mollichaff Light Molasses Free is ideal for: It is made from a unique blend of dried grass, straw, soya oil and flavouring, with added fibre pellets to stimulate interest and chewing. Essential fatty acids provided by the soya oil help maintain healthy skin and promote a glossy coat, ensuring your horse or pony looks it’s best. This high fibre dust…

Lark or Owl – Which one is your horse? Did you know your horse’s chronotype can be identified as Lark or Owl, just as we do with humans? Little research has been conducted in this area, however, a recent study suggests that finding out this information could be key to understanding habits and behaviours, alongside enabling us to fine tune routines and training schedules. Here we welcome Liz Newman who uncovers the lark or owl attributes, while talking about study findings, so you are able to make your own mind…

Sprenger Dynamic RS Loose Ring Snaffle SENSOGAN Review The Sprenger Dynamic RS Loose Ring Snaffle SENSOGAN gives soft but very effective signals for a better contact between horse and rider. All of the Sprenger bits in the Dynamic RS bit range are ergonomically designed to sit flat, allowing for a balanced effect on the tongue. The shape also prevents pressure to the palate and supports the contact to the corners of the mouth in an extremely effective may, encouraging the horse to soften and relax into the contact. The mouthpiece…

How to Conquer Your Equestrian Event Nerves Do you have a big equestrian event coming up and the nerves are already starting to kick in? Is this a constant issue you have, where each time you attend an event, your nerves tend to get the better of you? Not only does this make for a stressful and unpleasant situation, but it can also negatively affect your performance since you can’t relax. However, rather than be ruled by your nerves, here’s a look at some different ways in which you can…

Find out what it takes to make an American wrangler Interview by Phoebe Oliver, Oliver Relations Let’s face it – most horse riders at some point have wanted to work on a ranch. There is something intoxicating about the Western way of riding and incredible skill that is tempting to most of us in the UK – but what hat does it take to make a wrangler on one of America’s most popular ranches? We caught up with the unstoppable Steph Kuenast who is head wrangler at Vista Verde ranch…

Train like Scott Brash with this new exciting platform … Did you know Olympic showjumper and well respected equestrian Scott Brash MBE has been busy during lockdown building a training platform to help riders like you with training at home? In this article, Scott talks about how the idea of the training app came about, what to expect as a member, his future aspirations for the platform and more. Experts in their field know that giving back to those who aspire to become better at what they do gives people…

ICE-Scan Review ICE-Scan is the new wearable tech set to improve rider safety. Here is our review, looking at everything from ease of use to performance for horse riders. What is ICE-Scan? ICE-Scan is wearable smartphone technology, originally designed for motorbike riders. It consists of water-resistant labels that can be stuck to riding equipment and apparel. The distinctive ‘star of life’ design means the label is easy to spot and peels away to reveal a QR code. Scanning the QR code with the ICE-Scan apps allows first-responders to access rider’s…

Interview by Phoebe Oliver Carol Sharpe is known as the horse whisperer of Nihi because of her incredible work retraining the island’s racehorses for the hotel’s incredible beach and trail rides around the remote island—an hour off the coast of Bali. In this article, Phoebe Oliver of Oliver Relations caught up with Carol to talk more about how she got involved in this very interesting career and lifestyle. Your initial brief was to source horses for beach rides. What made you consider ex-racehorses?  Basically size! Most of the horses on…

Derby House Launch Limited Edition Tie Dye Rugs New for AW2021, Derby House Tie Dye Rug Collection… Stop the press! Respected equestrian retailer and manufacturer of all things to do with horse, Derby House has just launched its latest collection of horse rugs just in time for autumn/winter 2021. This exclusive set of ‘out there’ tie dye rugs certainly fit the current theme of prints to love for your horse. Available in a pink and blue colour range we’ve a feeling these rugs will be very popular, especially as they…

Safety in the Saddle: Learning to Ride Written by Cheryl Johns, Owner & Founder of LiveryList Safety when learning to ride a horse extends beyond wearing a riding hat that fits, alongside the correct footwear. Insurance, qualifications and regulations should also be considered when choosing a suitable riding establishment, instructor or coach for you or your child. Taking all of this for granted may mean the difference between discovering the pleasure of riding to being put off, or even bucked off! Equally, those who provide an honest and reputable service…

Couple Goals … Jesse and Georgie Campbell Rider Interview by Abigail Dickinson This month Everything Horse interviews eventing power couple Jesse and Georgie Campbell who were kind enough to take time out of their busy schedule to talk about what it’s like to work together as husband and wife. From getting ready to compete at the Tokyo Olympics to juggling the business at home, we discuss how life compares from growing up with horses to working with them as a married couple. Hello, and thank you both for taking the…

When a School Trip Inspires a New Hobby 12-year-old Roo Hirons from the Isle of Wight had often asked to go horse riding but with lockdown restrictions and family commitments, Roo’s mum Helen had not managed to make it happen. When Roo came home from school one day excited at being given the choice to either go surfing or horse riding, for Roo it wasn’t a difficult decision and he jumped at the chance to go horse riding. Roo attends The Einstein Centre as he is autistic and has Sensory…

What Makes a Good Horse Riding Helmet? There’s a lot that goes into choosing a horse riding helmet. According to Tack and Bridle, to ensure a good choice, you would want to consider a helmet that fits your particular riding style. On that note, we’ll go over the different types of riding and the styles and features of horse riding helmets. In this way, you will know which headgear is safest and most suitable for your needs. Helmet Types for the Different Riding Styles When buying a horse riding helmet,…

Horses Can Tell If You Are Untrustworthy, New Study Finds Horses can tell in you are untrustworthy, a new study finds. The study looked at whether horses could assess the credibility of information given to them by humans. They were able to determine that by reading social cues horses were able to tell whether the information given was correct or not. Two buckets were given to the horses; one with a hidden treat, and one without. Two people then pointed at the buckets, however only one knowing where the treat…

5 Top Tips for Horse Owners Returning to the Office 5 Top Tips for Horse Owners brought to you by Bransby Horses and World Horse Welfare The pandemic brought some of us the opportunity to spend more quality time with our animal companions and, for some, it was the perfect time to bring a horse into their lives, possibly for the first time. With the return to “normal”, however, many horse owners may now be wondering how they will fare on their return to work. The value of that human-animal…

A Summer in the Saddle for Children with Disabilities A holiday activity can sometimes inspire a lifelong hobby and with many families choosing a staycation over a trip abroad this year, now could be the ideal time to have a go at something new. Finding an activity for disabled children and adults can sometimes be more of a challenge, with fewer options available. Horse riding is a great holiday activity and there are several Accessibility Mark accredited centres close to UK holiday hotspots. Accessibility Mark status is awarded to a…

The Top Horse Activities Beyond Riding Is your perfect day a long trail ride through the woods with your best friend? Or maybe practicing unique dressage patterns? If so, you will love these exercises and activities you can do with your horse when not on its back. It’s time to take the weight off and have a good time. Read on for inspiration! Relax With Your Horse In the midst of training and riding, how often do you take it easy and do nothing together? It is relaxing for both…

Sprenger Dynamic RS **promotional content** The Sprenger Dynamic RS bit has been developed to help horses that are having problems developing a ridden contact. More often than not, young or green horses may develop resistance in this area as riders find it difficult to establish a contact when being ridden. After all the necessary checks have been done to rule out problems such as a sore back, teeth, poorly fitting tack, diet etc, then the choice of bit is a good area to consider. Bit recommendation The Sprenger Dynamic RS…