Category: Magazine

Stallion Feature – Feeding a Stallion with Lara Dyson #EverythingHorseMagazine – Stallion Feature – Horse Health In this, the first of our two part Stallion feature for February, we look at feeding a stallion with Alltech brand ambassador and Cyden Dressage owner Lara Dyson. Here, Lara provides her thoughts on feeding for optimum fertility, nutritional requirements and the importance of good forage. Feeding a Stallion For optimum fertility the stallion needs to be in good overall health and fed a well-balanced nutritious diet, to maintain condition. Going in to the breeding…

Video Series – Jumping on the Lunge with Ellen Terray, Part 4 Teaching a horse to jump on the Lunge  So far, in our Ellen Terray video series, we have looked at the work you can do from the ground up. From basic movements to free schooling over jumps, the series has offered invaluable advice for even the most experienced of owners. In this, part 4, we conclude with a lunge jump video. The lunge lesson is slightly different from the traditional approach, with the emphasis of the lesson being to…

Bitting: The Correct Fit #EverythingHorseMagazine – February 2017 – Bitting This month Matt Waterworth, from Expert Bits, stopped in to give us an overview of bitting including the correct fitting of the bit and to take a look at the different actions of each type of bit. If you are as confused as us about modern day bitting, this is the article for you, enjoy! When sizing your horses bit it’s a good guide to use a bit that you have previously used or if this is not possible, there are…

Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Pat Parelli Catch up with Pat Parelli in the UK this spring for an enlightening master class set to be thought provoking, educational and truly inspiring. Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Pat Parelli For more than 30 years, Pat Parelli has been helping students and horses across the world with his unique understanding of the psychology of horses.  Here we look at  10 facts you may not know about Pat, his philosophy and his determination to make the world a better place for…

19 things that horse owners can relate to… We do love our horses; the smell, touch and feel is enough to melt any equestrian’s heart BUT and thats a big but, as with anything in life days don’t often go as smoothly as intended. Here we run down 19 points that, if you are a horse owner, you’ll be able to relate to. The hay man running late … again The colour of feed and water bowls have to co ordinate, pink for mare, blue for gelding (unless you’re a…

Dress him for Dressage  Back on Track Dressage Saddle Pad The Back on Track range offers benefits, comfort and style for both horse and rider. Developed in Sweden, Back on Track products are widely used by top riders including Olympic dressage rider, Fiona Bigwood. The Back on Track Saddle Pad is made from advanced Welltex® fabric which is infused with ceramic particles. These ceramic particles cause long wave infra-red heat to radiate back towards the body. The body responds positively to the infra-red wave, increasing circulation, which can relieve joint…

Bandaging Made Simple with Robinsons Animal Health Care #EverythingHorseMagazine Robinson Animal Healthcare offers some practical advice on successful bandaging, including a few important guidelines to follow to improve your technique. Bandaging Made Simple Why bandage? Bandaging is used for several reasons and knowing how to do it well is important. When applied correctly, a bandage can assist in the healing process of an injury, but if applied incorrectly they can cause problems that will delay healing and potentially cause further complications. Bandaging is used for several reasons including first aid…

  Delightful Dressage Clothing #EverythingHorseMagazine There’s a huge range of rider wear available on the market today for you to get geared up, ready for your next outing. From the difference in jacket cut to lace back, lightweight shirts, there’s no need to dread your donning your dressage clothing any longer. Here we’ve selected some items we think you’ll love!  Dressage Clothing  Carabelle Ladies Jacket The Carabelle Ladies Jacket has a smart, smooth finish with stylish over locked seams. The jacket is perfectly warm for winter, elegantly fitted to make…

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.

Dressage – Riding a 15m Circle with Hayley Watson-Greaves Here we find out how more on riding a 15m circle with the help of International Grand Prix dressage rider, Hayley Watson-Greaves.   “It is often worth sitting down and working out exactly where the different size circle need to reach and visualise them in the arena before riding it on your horse,” said Hayley Riding a 15m circle needs to be executed with plenty of forward momentum by a horse that is ‘in front’ of the riders leg. Engagement and…

Looking to find out how to fit a bridle correctly? Then you’re in the right place. In this article, the Society of Master Saddlers provide advice on how to correctly fit a bridle and discusses the importance of ensuring nothing is too tight or too loose! This bridle does not look at points to consider in fit, for this visit our bridle fit article The importance of fitting a bridle correctly The fit of your horse or pony’s bridle is so much more than simply how it looks, and there…

Daisy Jackson wrote: What a year it has been! I have had a break from writing my column for a few months due to some tumultuous events which started to unfold in the middle of the year. Thankfully after a really difficult time things have started to settle down again so I must first apologise for my absence. Just to fill you in on the dramas; After taking on a yard full of training and full liveries at the beginning of the year I found myself suddenly without any staff!…

Are you missing the secret signs your horse gives you when you’ve upset him (or her)? He may not speak ‘human’ but there are some great ways to tell that you may have done something wrong… Here are 10 tongue-in-cheek ways to know, for sure, you’ve done something wrong. (p.s we’ll label said horse in this piece as a gelding but don’t let the mares fool you, they do the same too!)  You may also like Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing…

Top Ten Steps To Towing Success Towing advice from Bosal Tow Bars When it comes to transporting precious cargo, there’s no greater responsibility than taking your beloved horse from to A to B. But for many of us, the very thought of ushering your trusted steed into the back of a trailer, and hitting the highway at speed can be enough to bring us out in cold sweats. With this in mind, we’ve teamed up with the experts at Bosal Tow Bars to share some top towing tips, ranging from the…

Winter Time Saving Tips with Gary Foggon Winter does not have to be all about dark nights and early mornings. Here international rider Gary Foggon, of Team Black Country Saddles, provides some handy hints to make good use of precious time throughout the autumn and winter. Before bringing your horse in from the field, why not pick his feet out into a rubber skip which will save you having to spend time sweeping the yard. Always place a small plastic football or tennis ball in your horse’s water-bucket to prevent water…

Money Saving Tips for a Happy Horsey Winter With costs mounting up over the winter, you can hardly blame horse owners for turning their attention to how corners can be cut without impacting horse health. Here, we take a look at top money-saving tips for a happy horsey winter. If we’ve missed any, don’t forget to leave your advice below! We hope our tips help you all enjoy another fabulous horsey winter! Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a…