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Clipping provides the perfect bonding time between you and your horse. However, if you do not do it right, it will not be a bad experience for both the both of you. Follow the guidelines below to make clipping easy and fun for you and your horse. Prepare the clippers Horse clipping requires two clippers. The first one is a large shearing clipper to use on large areas of clipping such as the back. The second one is a small clipper to use on sensitive areas such as the face.…

Every horse owner needs a reliable winter horse riding jacket, period. A jacket to rely on in wind, rain and storms is essential for being able to get on with the job in hand, whether that be for mucking out, keeping warm and dry, or riding. What to look for in a winter horse riding jacket There are a number of key points rider’s look for in a horse riding jacket, especially over the colder months. Mucking out, riding, and long days outdoor mean the jacket must not only be…

SPONSORED CONTENT BY BUCAS AND ZEBRA PRODUCTS With Winter well on the way, this month the team at Bucas offer expert advice on rugging up your horse by considering size, fill and how to rug. Rugging Up for Winter Whatever the season, the weather remains unpredictable, so it is important to have a variety of rugs covering light, medium and heavyweight, to ensure your horse is fully protected. Rugs tend to be available in increments of 50g, so 250g for example. The heavier the rug, the warmer the horse ……

Horses are social creatures, and while they love your company, they also thrive in environments with other animals. But, what animals would be best suited for your horse? Well, that depends on your horse. Some horses are friendlier than others. You know your horse best, so while you read this list, keep that in mind. This list is meant to give you a starting point. It’s not fully comprehensive but will offer some advice. You might find what you’re looking for here or you might have to keep searching. Whatever…

It’s a question as old as time itself. “If a Genie decided to give you three wishes and you can have, do or be absolutely anything. Then what would you pick?” It’s a real tough one and a question that is nearly always replied with “I would ask for more wishes”. Well thanks to this online slot game, you don’t need to worry about picking an answer.  3 Genie Wishes is the perfect game if you’re feeling lucky. Try it today at Wizard Slots. 3 Genie Wishes transports players into…

WIN Uvex Gloves – Premium Member Giveaway As a Premium Member of Everything Horse, here’s your chance to win Uvex Gloves. One lucky winner will receive a pair of Ventraxion riding gloves from Uvex. The gloves are an innovative design that perfectly adapts itself to the rider’s hand, thanks to a cut specifically developed by Uvex and the new soft-touch material. Being multidimensional, the gloves benefit from a flexible fit while being breathable and extremely well-ventilated. The soft-touch material used in the contact areas of the glove provides the rider’s…

Sponsored by Golly Galoshes What does riding and caring for top dressage horses involve? Are they wrapped up in cotton wool? Do they see life outside the dressage arena? Natasha Baker MBE is a Gold Medallist Paralympic rider and is based on the outskirts of West London. Courtesy of her sponsors Golly Galoshes, the versatile equine gaiter, we asked Natasha how she cares for her national and international dressage equine stars! All work and no play is the easiest route to creating a sour or disinterested horse, according to Natasha,…

Win a pair of Orion Field Boots and a pair of socks from EGO7 with Everything Horse and Pegasus Products One lucky winner will receive the Orion Field Boots and a pair of socks from EGO7 thanks to Pegasus Products! To enter our giveaway, simply click the Facebook post below and follow instructions. The EGO7 Orion Field Boot The new EGO7 Orion Field Boot is superbly styled and designed with the latest technology and innovation. The boot combines all EGO7 footwear’s pioneering features for a modern profile and top Italian design.…

The importance of routine for horses cannot be stressed enough. It is one simple step all horse owners take in their day to day activities to keep their horse’s mental and physical health in tip-top condition. As the seasons change, so do our routines. Longer days mean more time out grazing, however, a sudden change can cause unwanted behavioural patterns, alongside some health concerns due to a change in diet. Here, we investigate the importance of routine for our horses and what the effects could be if routine isn’t maintained.…

As autumn rapidly approaches, owners search for autumn feeding tips for their horses. With the risk of condition loss looming or a surge of grass risking the onset of laminitis, all horse owners are on high alert during this in-between season. Therefore, we’ve put together a few tips on what should be altered, monitored and maintained in a feeding regime, for every horse, keeping them happy and healthy right through autumn. Forage Is your horse still surviving on those last blades of summer grass? We don’t blame you! There’s a…

Horse rider confidence is a skill that needs to be worked on. It is rarely a natural ability, and for some, it hinders progression, happiness, and fulfilment. However, there’s good news, as the mind-body connection enables riders to master their physiology and psychology. In this article, Tracey Cole looks at what ‘physiology’ means in terms of the mind-body connection and how it plays a vital role in gaining confidence when riding by banishing anxiety. What is ‘physiology’? In our context, physiology refers to what we’re doing with our bodies! For…

Jeni Gilbert Talks Endurance with Everything Horse In this article we talk to HorseHage & Mollichaff-sponsored endurance rider, Jeni Gilbert, who is based in West Yorkshire, to find out how she became involved in the sport of endurance. Jeni is a former Novice Champion, Endurance GB Senior and Supreme Champion (2007, 2011) and winner of several other titles. She competes on her Connemara, Ballydoolagh Alfie, who has now completed more than 2300km in 48 competitions in his five-year endurance career – an impressive feat for a native breed in a…

The nights are drawing in fast and your thoughts have probably shifted to paddock preparation for the wetter, winter months. Here are a number of areas worth considering to help you get ahead this Autumn. Fencing Before autumn hits, ensure your fences have had a lick of treatment or paint. Meanwhile, you can catch the last rays of sun and top up your tan! Treating fences before autumn hits is vital to ensure the future security and longevity of your paddocks. It also gives you the perfect opportunity to look…

Following on from our Stable Hygiene – Winter Prep feature, here we take a look at a selection of horse stable cleaners to help get you and your team underway with a good clean ahead of the winter. Stable cleaners come in different forms and are available for different purposes. From the traditional Jeyes Fluid for a thorough stable hygiene overhaul, to the lighter natural disinfectants suitable for daily use on bucktes, feed bowls and other yard equipment, there’s a cleaner suitable for any occassion. Always follow instructions, the information here…

Sponsored This month Shearwater Insurance join us to answer a common question ‘What equestrian insurance do I need?’ The independent insurance brokers take a look at cover for horse and pony, tack, private yard, livery yard and home insurance. At Shearwater Insurance we’re commonly asked, ‘what type of insurance do I need?’ It is a confusing topic and one with a multitude of answers.  Horse insurance is a great place to start, but it is also worth considering yard insurance and tack cover as a minimum. Horse & Pony With…

Stable hygiene is a key area for consideration all year round. Whether you do or don’t use a stable throughout the summer, cobwebs, dirt, dust, debris and bird droppings easily build-up. By mid-summer, the area can be dirtier than it was during the winter months. August offers another good opportunity to clear away all that has built up during the summer months gone by. Stable hygiene plays a part in your horse’s health, and should not be underestimated in the importance of tasks ‘to-do’. Respiratory health, for example, can be…

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Equestrian Jewellery for Summer Events with Pegasus Jewellery For those of us who spend a high percentage of our lives in jodhpurs, breeches and wellies with hay-filled hair and smudges of mud (well, hopefully just mud!) on our clothes, the chance to get out and dress up must be made the most of! Yes, even us most horsey types do ‘scrub up well’ given the chance and a good reason to get our glad rags out. There are plenty of summer and autumn events in…

Are you looking to build your horse a new home? Or looking to renovate an old barn? Understanding the world of equine stabling can be a daunting venture! With so many options it’s tricky to know which one will offer your horse and you the perfect approach to stalling that fits perfectly into your day-to-day operations. The first thing to ask yourself is why you are looking to get stables and what do you want from them that you haven’t got now. We’re sharing tips on how to create a…

Flex On Stirrups: All you need to know Article contains affiliate links. Learn More Here. Flex On Stirrups are the latest in revolutionary high-tech tack. Designed to better support and protect the rider, the technology focuses primarily on the foot but also offers other benefits to the rest of the rider’s body when in the saddle. Here we take a look at how the Flex On Stirrups work, the different types and include a small selection we found available via Amazon and Naylors. How Flex On Stirrups Work The Flex On Stirrups…

Preparation is a key element to a gleaming coat, mane and tail on show day. For the horse, the overall coat condition is one of the key factors judges look at when observing the horse, as well as many other points of course. A shiny horse, also indicates a healthy horse and with a flowing mane and tail, you’ll both be turning heads for all the right reasons. We don’t want greasy patches, caused by last minute product application, so by preparing the horse’s coat well before the show you’re…

Loraine Homer talks tips for showing and turnout With so much to prepare and practice for when showing a horse or pony, we can often lose sight of the important factors that judges will look for when marking a class. In this article, top producer and Judge, Loraine Homer gives her advice on tack and turnout. The Showing Saddle Make sure that you and your horse are correctly dressed. A proper show saddle in Havana Brown is a good investment at the higher levels, as it shows off your horse’s…

Are you wondering how nutrition impacts hoof quality in your horse or pony? This article examines nutritional deficiencies, offers advice on optimum nutrition, and discusses key vitamins and minerals. From tell-tale signs your horse may be suffering a deficiency to supplementing for optimal hoof health, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about keeping on top of hoof condition this summer! Do nutritional deficiencies impact hoof health? Yes. Hoof care is not only about looking after the external features with topical care essentials, it is also about looking after…