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Hoof Care: Products for a Healthy Hoof Hoof care products overview This month, along with our shampoo’s and bathing accessories feature, we also focus on products for a healthy hoof. Common hoof conditions; such as cracks, corns, abscesses and bruising can compromise even the healthiest of horse, at any time of year. With the months to come promising drier weather (haha we here you say) which in turn brings harder ground, we’ve rounded up a selection of hoof products designed to help to support optimum hoof health. The links in this…

Horse Shampoo and Accessories Are you looking for a new horse shampoo this spring/summer? Here, we take a look at a selection of horse shampoos and accessories for bathing success this spring and summer. Looking for after-exercise cooling? Then check out Rejuvenate from Groom Away. And for whitening, try the HyShine Magic Dazzle. Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine Science. Suzanne has ridden and owned horses all her life and has twelve years of experience…

Win Tickets to the Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting Everything Horse, Courtesy of Suregrow To celebrate being supporters of the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, Suregrow has partnered with Everything Horse to give away a pair of tickets to Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting, so you can experience the action at the show first hand! Use the embedded Facebook form below to enter now. Specialising in the care of grassland for horses and ponies, Suregrow has a range of products including fertilisers, mineral and trace elements and grass seeds specifically…

Tips for Installing an Electric Fence for your Horse Electric fences work very well. However, they need to be installed the right way. You also need to maintain them. When installing electric fencing for horses there are a few things to bear in mind. Installation When installing your fence, make sure the electric net or line doesn’t touch anything. This includes vegetation. The exception is it can touch the insulated posts or insulators. Make sure you check that you have enough tape/wire. While you’re at it, check that you have…

Win Tickets to The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show 2019 WANT to visit one of the country’s premier equestrian sporting and social events – The 2019 Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show – in this issue we are offering four lucky winners the chance to win a pair of tickets. The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show takes place from June 12 to 16 in the stunning grounds of Bolesworth Castle near Tattenhall, Chester. The four lucky winners will each receive a pair of tickets for Friday, June 14 when the competition…

Feeding For Condition this Spring The right condition is essential for health and well-being, but sometimes horses and ponies can drop condition and may need help to re-gain it. The key to adding condition is to ensure there is more energy or ‘calories’ going into your horse than going out, but it’s important to provide the nutrients to do this in a safe, controlled fashion. Here, Lisa Elliott – Msc – Nutritionist at Castle Horse Feed, explains more: Fibre (complex carbohydrates) Fibre is fermented in the hind gut by billions…

Home is Where the Horse is … Equestrian Homeware Feature The popular equestrian saying “home is where the horse is” has never been more apt as, over the years, we’ve slowly turned our homes into extra storage areas for equine items such as boots, rugs, and saddles. OK, so if we could we’d probably have our horse at home with us too. Instead of the clutter, why not add a little equestrian ‘glam’ to your home by including a selection of equestrian items that will act as a reminder of…

Confident Rider Mindset: Unlock Your True Potential Dr Tracey Cole is delighted to unveil her very first book, The Confident Rider Mindset – how to hack your mind for riding success. Featuring a variety of easy to use, proven techniques for both professional and amateur riders alike, the book aims to encourage riders to realise their full potential in the saddle. Fear often prevents riders fully enjoying their time in the saddle or limits the results that a partnership can achieve when they compete. The techniques in the Confident Rider…

What’s New: Designer Jewellery and Cob Gaiters A great way to start a new week! Here we take a look at what’s new in the equestrian industry from Iconic equestrian & lifestyle designer, Sylvia Kerr and the company responsible for equine gaiters, Golly Galoshes. Launching a new product? email us on editor@everythinghorseuk.co.uk Sylvia Kerr Introduces SKJ Equestrian Collection Sylvia Kerr Jewellery is thrilled to introduce the SKJ Equestrian Collection; a stunning new diffusion capsule collection featuring equestrian highlights and beautifully delicate pieces. Inspired by the ‘charm’ of equestrian styling, the…

With its first invention in 2010, Idiopan has seized to be one of the first growing musical instruments since then. It is the first and the only steel tongue drum that can play hundreds of scales due to its magnetic tuning system. Since then, Idiopan came in different models, colors and sizes making it hard for people to select what is best for them. It is from these models that we will be able to find out which one fits your needs. But what do you expect out of it?…

Paddock Maintenance Tips Want to transform your damaged fields into immaculate paddocks? Here we offer advice from grassland expert Jonathan Cox. Top Tips for Keeping your Paddocks in Good Condition Poached land can be rescued, but timing is very important. If the ground is too wet using a tractor will make a real mess. If the ground has dried out too much then the hoof prints and ruts may not roll back flat, leaving you with an uneven rough field which can be unsafe. Start renovation work in spring when…

  With February leaving us feeling as if Spring has already sprung, here’s our horse owners guide to surviving spring … so buckle up and hold on tight! And the list goes on … Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine Science. Suzanne has ridden and owned horses all her life and has twelve years of experience in marketing, writing, design, SEO, and website creation.

Robinson Animal Healthcare Cotton Wool, Ideal for Your Horse’s Delicate Areas Robinson Animal Healthcare Cotton Wool is perfect for use around your horse’s eyes, nose and other regions we care not to share … As we approach spring, it’s a must-have product for every horse owners first aid kit as flies and other pests start to invade our horse’s environments. Made from 100% pure cotton, the premium quality cotton wool is soft, absorbent and gentle on the skin. All cotton used is sustainably grown and is 100% natural and degradable. Ideal for…

Horse Riding Holiday Feature: Centro Ippico La Somma Adventures in Umbria, A Holiday on Horseback For some it is the extraordinary vistas, with miles of rolling hills punctuated by tiny mediaeval hill villages where time seems to have stood still. For others, it is the horses, and the care taken to match each rider to one that will suit his or her skills and taste. But whatever the special memory they take home with them, almost everyone who takes a riding holiday with the Centro Ippico La Somma in Umbria, Italy…

Celebrate with your horse as you’ve never done before with a Stud Muffins Celebration Cake! If Stud Muffins are the ‘go to’ treat for you and your horse, then you’ll love the next instalment to this already well-favoured brand. Introducing the Stud Muffin Celebration Cake, perfect for celebrating everything from your horse’s birthday to winning that all-important red rosette. Made using the delicious Stud Muffins recipe, this 600g cake is designed specifically for equines and contains a host of natural ingredients, including linseed, fenugreek and whole grains. Pre-cut (so less fuss) into…

If you own a horse, chances are, you’ll have more than one rug for any given weather condition. Buying clothing for horses online can be difficult enough without having the responsibility of choosing the right type of rug. With this in mind, we’ve rounded up a few stable rugs suitable for layering up, or for use on their own to help give you more flexibility when selecting which rug to put on. Care and consideration must be given when choosing to layer rugs. Breathability and overheating are concerns. Each rug,…

Horse Care: 6 things to keep in mind this winter Horses and winters don’t get along well. From feed to the night’s sleep, the horse-owners have to be constantly on their toes to ensure their horse’s ease. Many horses fall prey to the chilliness and lose their shape and beauty because of malnutrition, restlessness and lack of surplus fat. While you tuck yourself in warm comforters and sip delicious hot cocoa, don’t forget about your buddy out in the stables. To protect your horse from these harsh winters and keep…

Feed OFFERS to Help Save Money It’s the winter, money leaves horse owners bank accounts as soon as it arrives. Here’s three great offers on horse feeds/supplements to help save money. Please note: All offers available at time of publishing and may change or expire. Please see individual websites for t&c’s. Feedmark – Buy 3 Supplements get the Cheapest Free Feedmark are rewarding loyalty with a great ‘buy three supplements get the cheapest free’ offer. The extensive supplement range includes a wide selection suitable for a number of equine related…

With another fabulous year of equestrian sporting action ahead of us, it is difficult to decide on which events to book into our diary. Here, we’ve compiled our Top 5 equestrian events for 2019 to help make the decision a little easier… all of which of course, we think are ‘not to be missed’. Badminton Horse Trials – Wednesday 1st – Sunday 5th May The Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials is the World’s Premier 3-Day-Event. An international field of horses and riders compete over three phases of competition that features dressage,…

Heard the term ESA but not sure what it means? Find out exactly that, and more in our article here. An ESA is an abbreviation for an emotional support animal. It is a companion animal prescribed to a patient suffering from an emotional or mental illness. Several studies have shown the benefits and improved healing of patients who own a pet or who come into frequent contact with animals. An ESA gives comfort, support, love and companionship to its owner. This can help to ease the symptoms of depression, anxiety,…

A Warmer Winter with Speedi-Beet Low starch and sugar content! **Promotional Content** Speedi-Beet from British Horse Feeds is a unique beet pulp feed which can be soaked in warm water and is ready to feed in just under ten minutes. Feeding the once-soaked mash warm, helps to raise the horse’s core body temperature – excellent during the winter months. There’s a high proportion of soluble fibre, mostly pectins in Speedi-Beet, which means its fibre is more easily digested than that found in forage (e.g. hay). The feed can be used…

Horses and Ponies Monopoly Are you ready to stride out in this new game of Horses and Ponies Monopoly? If so read on to find out more about what this new game has to offer! Horses and Ponies Monopoly – £25.87, Amazon >> Shop now To start out, each player gets to choose an equestrian-themed token to gallop around the board collecting exciting breeds of horses, horse money, and free riding lessons along the way. There are six themed tokens to choose from including a horse riding boot, horseshoe, bucket,…

10 Interesting Facts About Billy Twomey TOP international rider Billy Twomey has been a leading player on the show jumping circuit  for many years, with countless wins around the world. Here we talk to the Suregrow sponsored rider and find out 10 interesting facts about the talented Irishman. 1. Growing up in Cork, Ireland, Billy started riding as a child and began competing at the age of six. 2. Billy was always surrounded by horses as his mother Jill and aunt ran a riding school. 3. Horses are in Billy’s…