Horse Gear to Make Your Life Easier

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Horse Gear to Make Your Life Easier There are plenty of sports a person could engage in, and they are all pretty remarkable. But nothing is quite as magnificent and exciting as riding a horse. You might think it is easy, but it actually requires a good deal of athleticism to be able to properly ride a horse. The plus side with this sport is the fact that you get to ride with some of the most stunning creatures on earth. Horses are as loyal and loving as they are…

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5 Precautions to Prevent Horse Illnesses

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5 Precautions to Prevent Horse Illnesses Owning a horse isn’t like owning any other pet; your life and soul goes into looking after your animal. Whether your horse races, participates in shows, or is your pastime companion, they are all the same when it comes to their health. Although we can’t always shelter our horses from the diseases and illnesses out there, there are steps you can take to prevent illness. 1) Implement Correct Hygiene Procedures This is a given really, but not every owner knows how to clean their…

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Saddle Fitting for the Wider Flat Backed Horse

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Saddle fitting woes for a wider-backed horse? Then read on to find out more about these type of horses. Without a doubt, certain types of horses and ponies are by nature harder to fit a saddle to. For those horses with less wither and wider, flatter backs, it can prove more difficult when it comes to saddle fitting. Whether it be the saddle slipping on either side, to pinching or not sitting correctly, these are all very real problems horse owners have to work with when owning a larger framed…

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A Valentine’s Day Treat? Hiho Silver Cherry Roller Pendant

Exclusive Cherry Roller Pendant - Hiho Silver

The team at Hiho Silver have announced the launch of the Cherry Roller Pendant (below and feature image) just in time for this year’s Valentine’s Day. The pendant joins the already popular Cherry Roller Collection, available exclusively at Hiho Silver. The brand, known for its collection of equestrian jewellery, has expanded to include a stylish pendant that can be bought and enjoyed as designed, or customised using CZ Roller Beads. The Pendant is made using sterling silver and features one bit ring and five beads. The beads lead up to…

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How to Purchase a Horse Farm Property

Horse Farm Property

How to Purchase a Horse Farm Property Acquiring a horse farm property may prove to be challenging, especially for first time buyers of this specific real estate type. There are instances wherein you may experience several inconveniences as a buyer, or you may not immediately find a property that is perfect for your needs. Thereby, here are some tips on how to purchase a horse farm property that caters to your preferences, while ensuring seamless process.   List down all your property needs and preferences The first thing that you…

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Hoof Abscess: Step by Step Guide on How to Poultice

Hoof Abscess? How to Poultice

Hoof Abscess: Step by Step Guide on How to Poultice A hoof abscess is more common in winter due to prolonged wet weather making the sole of the foot softer, therefore making it easier for foreign objects or dirt to enter the foot. However, learning how to poultice your horse’s hoof effectively can be tricky. Here we run through a step by step guide on how to poultice a horse hoof effectively, using recommended products we know work! What Causes a Hoof Abscess? Hoof abscesses are caused by dirt or…

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Why Some People Say Horses Are Big Dogs

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Why Some People Say Horses Are Big Dogs You must have, at some point in your life, heard someone say that horses are like big dogs. The reason behind this saying could be related to many things. The basic—and rather superficial—features that they share, like having four legs and a tail, can be one of those. However, if you think about it a bit deeper, you’ll realize that they do indeed share more than just physical features, with both creatures having similarities in various aspects of their characters. For instance,…

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Is Bad Pasture Making Your Horse Fat?

Obese horse grazing. Horse's Trust encourages health body condition

Horse Health :: Everything Horse :: Magazine Question: Is bad pasture making your horse fat? Often, bad pasture is associated with high worm counts, lameness and/or a lack of weight. However, fat, or obese horses may not be at the forefront of our mind, as overly rich pasture may be thought of as the course of this. Modern farming methods have reduced the range of plants to a critical point. The loss of biodiversity means the average horse pasture may well lack important phytonutrients linked to healthy metabolism. As a…

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Eskadron Heritage Glitter Saddle Pad – Top Buy 2020

Eskadron Heritage Glitter Saddle Cloth colours

If you are looking for something to spend your Christmas money on then look no further than the Eskadron Heritage Glitter Saddle Pad! A saddle pad sure to tick so many boxes when it comes to finding the next equestrian item with the WOW factor. Stablemate to Pikeur, Eskadron has certainly come on a long way to make a name for itself in the equestrian industry over recent years. Naturally, we weren’t overly surprised (yet excited) to see yet another exquisite collection of limited edition saddle pads launched from the…

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British Horse Feeds Quality Assured Feeds

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British Horse Feeds Quality Assured Feeds Feeding :: Everything Horse :: Magazine Part of the equine feed division of I’Anson Bros Limited based in Masham, British Horse Feeds prides themselves on their three great products; Speedi-Beet, Fibre-Beet and Cooked Linseed. The brand is most famous for its flagship product, Speedi-Beet, a highly nutritious, quick soaking beet pulp feed with no added molasses, making it 95% sugar-free. This product revolutionized how the industry fed beet pulp, made from using only the best quality British beet pulp, Speedi-Beet is subjected to the British Horse…

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Calming the Fizzy Horse

**sponsored post** Calming the Fizzy Horse  Horse Health :: Everything Horse Magazine :: HorseHage Feeding the fizzy horse can prove to be quite a challenge, especially if they drop weight easily, or are particularly fussy. With these individuals, it is equally important to look at their management routines and environment to ensure that any potentially stressful situations are kept to a minimum rather than relying on diet alone.  Additionally, check that the fizzy or excitable behaviour is not due to pain whilst being ridden – from poorly fitting tack, or…

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Eventing Grand Prix Final to Take Place at Liverpool International 2019

Image to represent Eventing Grand Prix at Liverpool International Horse Show

TheraPlate UK Liverpool International Horse Show Hosts Exciting John Oates Horseboxes Eventing Grand Prix Final THIS year’s TheraPlate UK Liverpool International Horse Show will host the prestigious final of the new John Oates Horseboxes Eventing Grand Prix a ‘must watch’ after the two exciting qualifiers earlier this year. The country’s leading event riders are set to travel to the M&S Bank Arena on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront to contest Captain Mark Phillips’ course of show jumps and cross-country fences at the evening performance on Sunday, December 29. The qualifier at the Equerry…

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Check Out These Products That Your Pet Will Surely Love

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Check Out These Products That Your Pet Will Surely Love Being a pet owner is a big responsibility because apart from ensuring that your pets have shelter and get the proper nutrition, you also need to show them that you love and care for them. Nevertheless, being a pet owner can also be fulfilling and rewarding, especially if you see how your pets are improving intellectually and physically.  To encourage their mental and physical growth and development, check out these products that your pets will surely love. nnn Furniture and…

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Winter Horse Care Tips from Equine Veterinarian Juliette Edmonds

Winter Horse Care Tips from Equine Veterinarian Juliette Edmonds. Juliette Stood examining a horse

Winter Horse Care Tips from Equine Veterinarian Juliette Edmonds Horse Care :: Everything Horse Magazine :: PetPlan Equine   Petplan Equine Ambassador and Veterinary Surgeon Juliette Edmonds balances a busy work schedule with caring for and riding her three horses; Guess Again (Jess), Bubba Gump (Boodles) and newest edition, 18-month-old Bazaars Que Sera (Pandora). Like many of us, Juliette has her own personal hacks to help her get through the long winter months. Of course, alongside these tips, it’s crucial to remember to keep a large snow scoop and other…

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Equisafety, A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

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Equisafety – A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words! Magazine Reads: Everything Horse :: Treats from Equisafety this Christmas **sponsored post The Equisafety range of high visibility (hi-vis) clothing outshines the rest by providing outstanding quality horse and rider wears combined with comfort, visibility and style. Here are just a handful of top-rated items, hand-selected from the Equisafety team at head office. Carl Hester Collection Vincenzo Quilted Jacket, £159.95 A tailored fit, soft outer, stylish yet practical. Charlotte Dujardin Luminosa Jacket, £79.99 Reflective and Fluorescent, waterproof and lightweight.   Inverno…

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NEW Holland Cooper’s Equi Sport Gilet

Equi Sport Gilet from Holland Cooper’s new Equestrian range horse and rider in image demonstrating new gilet

Just WOW! The new Equi Sport Gilet from Holland Cooper gets a sure-fire tick for must have equestrian wear for 2020! Providing extra warmth without restriction, the Equi Sport Gilet from the new equestrian range offers the wearer full freedom of movement. Highly versatile, it has been meticulously designed to flatter the female figure with its slim fit. This sports-inspired gilet in its striking tri-colour block palette provides a fashion forward aesthetic garment. Composed of luxe high-shine nylon, it is a must-have addition to any equestrian’s style. Complete with signature initial…

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The Pelham: Bits in the Spotlight

Pelham Waterford

Bits in the Spotlight: The Pelham This is a bit with two points of rein attachment; an upper (Snaffle action) and lower (curb action) rein. A curb chain should be fitted and a lipstrap attached. Pelham bits are useful for horses with smaller “full” mouths e.g. Cobs, that could not accommodate the two bits of a Double Bridle. How does it work? They encourage the head down and inwards. The action on the lower/bottom rein encourages the head down and inwards by placing pressure downwards on the poll and mouth…

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Introducing Juliette Edmonds, the Modern Day Equestrian

Juliette standing with Jess (left) and Boodles (right)

Meet Petplan Equine Ambassador and full-time veterinary surgeon Juliette Edmonds Juliette Edmonds manages her three horses; Guess Again (Jess), Bubba Gump (Boodles) and newest edition Pandora, with working full time as a veterinary surgeon at Tyrrells Equine Vets. With a busy winter ahead, Juliette tells us what she has planned for her Irish Sports Horse x Warmblood, Boodles and how she balances work with caring for her horses. Juliette Edmonds and Boodles Brought up in a non-horsey family, Juliette took up the reins aged ten and started riding at a…

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NEW from Holland Cooper Equestrian – Flatter where it matters

holland cooper equestrian new base layer

Luxury fashion brand, Holland Cooper, launched its new equestrian line in August, taking the industry by storm. Brand new to the collection is this Heritage Equi Base Layer, meticulously designed to flatter the female shape. Expertly crafted with practicality and form in mind, the Heritage Equi Base Layer offers warmth and comfort hand in hand. Composed of subtle, breathable fabrics which regulate body temperature throughout the seasons, this is the perfect layering piece on and off the saddle. Not only designed for riders, Holland Cooper promote their technical equestrian collection…

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Equetech Lead the way for Equestrian Fashion

Equestrian Fashion: Equetech Rushmere Waterproof Coat

Equetech Lead the way for Equestrian Fashion and Warmth this Winter Equetech Rushmere Waterproof Coat​Extreme winter weather calls for extreme clothing and British equestrian fashion brand, Equetech have your winter wardrobe all sewn up. From a company that boasts garments with ethical standards, you can choose from toasty base layers, technical winter warmers, waterproof jackets, showerproof jackets/gilets and accessories to get you through the worst of the weather. Here we take a look at the selection of products from the AW19 collection via a short video, each item featured is…

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NEW Mountain Horse Riding Boots Aurora

NEW Mountain Horse Riding Boots Aurora

NEW Mountain Horse Riding Boots – The Aurora Winter Boot – designed for cold weather riding!  For riders who need a boot that’s built for winter riding, the Aurora ticks every box. These super smart and incredibly comfortable short boots – Aurora Winter Zip Paddock & Aurora Winter Lace Paddock – are built to endure the elements. To keep your feet dry and for lasting comfort in any weather, these beautifully crafted boots are made from full grain leather that is 100% waterproof and they are lined with lamb’s fur ensuring your…

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Why Do Horses Develop Stable Vices?

Pulling faces is just one sign that a horse may be stressed, in pain, or both.

As horse owners, we have all seen horses complete strange and unpurposeful behaviours, otherwise known as stereotypies or stable vices. However, it begs the question, why do horses develop stable vices? Horses are likely to be stabled for extended periods for many different reasons and owners may begin to notice this type of management proves challenging for horses and their behaviours may alter as a consequence. Cribbing, weaving, box walking come under the ‘stable vices’ term, however thrashing around and aggressive behaviour can also be seen as an unwanted behavioural reaction…

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Caring For Your Horse This Winter: 3 Questions Asked by Horse Owners

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Caring For Your Horse This Winter: 3 Questions Asked by Horse Owners! It’s something every horse owner asks every year; how can I make this winter season easy for my horses and me? The clocks have gone back, the evenings are drawing in and the temperatures are dropping; so, we’re providing you with the answer you need to the most asked winter questions!  1)      Should I keep my horses in stalls?  It’s commonly said that horses survived years before the human introduction of stalls and stabling, however it’s important to…

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What Rug Should You Be Using Throughout The Year To Keep Your Horse Happy?

Ruggles Stable Rug for Horses

Caring for a horse is not only time consuming, but it can be a costly process. With a number of accessories as well as yard fees and insurances to pay for, it is a full-time commitment to care for these four-legged friends. But what rugs should you be using during different times of the year? In this article, we will be providing you with everything you need to know when looking to purchase a rug for your horse. Turnout Rugs Turning out your horse in harsh weather conditions can be…

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Feeding For Condition With HorseHage & Mollichaff

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**Sponsored Content** Feeding for Condition, Advice from the Experts at HorseHage & Mollichaff Feeding our horses to keep them in the best possible condition can cause a headache for many of us, especially over the colder months if we have a picky horse or one with a poor appetite. Dependant on age, breed and work load, horses will naturally tend to carry different proportions of fat and muscle and it is important we ensure our horse’s diet provides the appropriate calories (or energy) to maintain a healthy weight, whilst, alongside…

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