Stable Management Archives

Horse Mirrors: Do They Work?

22/04/202124/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Horse Mirrors: Do They Work? Horse mirrors have plenty of uses. From horse stable mirrors to dressage mirrors, it’s suggested that these mirrors can help to calm horses, on top of their rider performance benefits. We investigated how effective horse mirrors actually are. Horse Mirrors Horse mirrors can be placed in stables, arenas, and horse transport. With special safety…...

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Improving Your Bandaging Technique

31/03/202124/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Improving Your Bandaging Technique Improving your bandaging technique is essential to reap the full benefits of horse bandages. When applied correctly, a bandage can assist in the healing process of an injury, but if applied incorrectly bandaging can cause problems that will delay healing and potentially cause further complications. Learning how to bandage is something that requires practice, and the…...

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Ice Boots For Horses

21/03/202124/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Ice Boots for Horses Ice boots for horses are a great cold therapy. An alternative to cold hosing horses legs, ice boots are a firm equestrian favourite. Discover your favourite style of equine ice boots and key benefits of each. Ice Boots For Horses...

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Cold Hosing Horses Legs

21/03/202124/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Cold Hosing Horses Legs Cold hosing horses legs is a simple, yet effective from of therapy for horses. Cold hosing has a multitude of benefits for horses with injury and can be essential for rehabilitation. Discover how cold hosing horses legs can be applied safely and effectively. Cold Hosing Cold hosing horses legs is a type of cold therapy, also…...

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How Often Should You Groom Your Horse For A Shiny Coat?

20/02/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

How Often Should You Groom Your Horse For A Shiny Coat? We answer how often should you groom your horse for a shiny coat, plus more horse coat care questions. Find out how why your horse loves to roll after you’ve spent hours scrubbing them, how bathing could affect their skin health and all about best practice for a shiny…...

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The Best Mane and Tail Detangler For Horses

13/02/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

The Best Mane and Tail Detangler For Horses The best mane and tail detangler for horses should be easy to apply, keep our horses free-from tangles, as well as silky smooth. As an essential in nearly every equestrian’s grooming kit, mane and tail detanglers are great to keep horse’s clean, repelling dirt and dust! Helping us to reap the benefits…...

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Should You Wash Mud Off Horses Legs?

06/02/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Should You Wash Mud Off Horses Legs? Should you wash the mud off horses legs? The question to wash mud off horses legs can be heavily debated on the yard. Tackling the mud is a tricky one with horses, as we strive to keep our horses clean but also their health in tip-top shape! In a constant battle against the…...

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Keeping Your Horse Cleaner

06/02/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Veterinary cotton wool is ideal for cleansing around delicate areas such as the eyes.

Keeping Your Horse Cleaner Keep your horse cleaner with these top products! Trying to keep your horse cleaner this year? An ongoing battle at any time of the year, we’ve rounded up some must have products to make you life easier! Keep your horse cleaner whilst saving time and energy with theses grooming kit essentials! Keeping Your Horse Cleaner...

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Horse Rugging Guide For Turnout Rugs

31/01/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Horse Rugging Guide – Turnout Rugs The ultimate horse rugging guide for turnout rugs! Discover what to look for a turnout rug to suit your horse’s needs! Horse turnout rugs can get confusing?! With turnout rugs boasting multiple features, what does your horse actually need? We’ve got horse rugs all explained, with features to look out for and what purpose they…...

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Soaking Vs Steaming Hay: Improving Respiratory Health

24/01/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Soaking Vs Steaming Hay: Improving Respiratory Health Soaking vs steaming hay…which is better? When trying to improve our horse’s respiratory health and condition, improving air quality is a must. Soaking or steaming hay has become common practice in order to alleviate respiratory symptoms. But, why does treating our forage in this way help our horse’s breathing, and which method is…...

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Horse Respiratory Supplements – Treats Edition

16/01/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

New Strain of Equine Influenza Responsible for Outbreak

Horse Respiratory Supplements – Treats Edition Horse respiratory supplements but disguised as treats, for the fussy feeders on the yard! Supporting airway and reducing mucus production, theses horse respiratory supplements are a win-win as a performance essential, as well as getting on our horse’s good side! Horse Respiratory Treats Horslyx Mini Respiratory Horse Lick Horselyx Mini Respiratory Horse Lick…...

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Horse Breathing Problems

12/01/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Horse Breathing Problems A horse with breathing problems can be a worry to owners. Not only can horse breathing problems have an effect on performance, but overall health too. So what are the signs and symptom we should look out for in the most common equine breathing problems? Why Are Equine Breathing Problems An Issue? Like humans, the horse’s respiratory…...

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Does My Horse Need A Respiratory Supplement?

03/01/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Does My Horse Need An Equine Respiratory Supplement? An equine respiratory supplement could be the just answer you have been looking for to help your horse breath easy throughout the seasons. Whether it’s the summertime pollen, or the enclosed stables during winter, nutritional support may kick those ill-gotten symptoms to the curb, but do you actually need to use a…...

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Respiratory Management In Horses

03/01/202125/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Respiratory Management in Horses For respiratory management in horses, we called in on expert advice from the team at HorseHage. Backed with years of credible research, they shared the reasons to why our horses may be suffering from respiratory problems and simple steps to combat respiratory symptoms!...

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Stable Yard Equipment To Speed Up Yard Chores

10/09/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Nutritional Support for the Competition Horse

Stable Yard Equipment To Speed Up Yard Chores Whilst we get back into the swing of winter routine having stable yard equipment on your side to speed up the process can be a life-saver. Optimise your routine and make more time for riding with these nifty gadgets. Stable Yard Equipment To Speed Up Yard Chores...

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Horse Herd Dynamics

25/08/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Horse Herd Dynamics Horse herd dynamics are complex, and behaviours of individual horses can be confusing or easily misinterpreted at a glance! We took a look at recognising social behaviours, behaviours signifying dominance, and how you should manage these behaviours within a horse herd. Socialising Whether your herd is ten horses or just two, socialisation essential for good horse herd…...

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Preventing Horse Injuries in The Field

18/08/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Preventing Horse Injuries in The Field Preventing horse injuries in the field can seem like an impossible task for an owner. With injuries after spending time in the field being the most prevalent in horses, it’s no wonder some owners are apprehensive to turn their horse’s out. However, with endless benefits of turnout for horse health, taking steps to prevent…...

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Companions For Horses – Do They Need One?

11/08/202009/07/2022 Abby Dickinson

Companions For Horses – Do They Need One? Written by Abby Dickinson Companions for horses are common place on any yard, but does a horse need a companion or have they evolved to survive without the security blanket of a herd? Whilst some horses thrive on time alone, others become worried and upset when away from their friends. So, we……...

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Stable Entertainment for Horses

07/08/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Stable Entertainment for Horses Stable entertainment for horses is key to keeping them happy, healthy and content. With the wintery weather, even in the summer, and having to spilt our time with other duties, it can leave little time on the yard. This can mean entertaining our horse’s is often the last thing on our priority list, despite factors such…...

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Do Horses Get Bored?

04/08/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Do Horses Get Bored? Do horses get bored? We answer the common question! Investigating bored horse behaviour and what to do about it, we’ll help you bust your horse’s boredom once and for all! Signs Of Boredom in Horses Bored horse behaviour can include the development of stable vices. Stable vices, such as crib-biting and box-walking often stem from…...

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Tack Cleaning Tips

23/07/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Tack Cleaning Tips Tack cleaning tips that will make sure your equipment is sparkling in no time! As we return to competition and training, tack cleaning can not be just dusting off our saddles anymore! Not only do we need to ensure a brilliant shine on our tack, but hygiene is on our top priority list too! Lincoln Lanolised Leather…...

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The Importance of Sterile Wound Care

31/03/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

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

The Importance of Sterile Wound Care For Horses The importance of sterile wound care for horses needs to be highlighted! Whether the wound appears after a session in the field or after lungeing, horse owners need to keep open horse wounds clean. This is a vital step to ensure quality wound healing. Robinson Animal Healthcare have all the answers on why…...

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Advice For Horse Owners | Coronavirus (Covid-19)

16/03/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Advice For Horse Owners | Coronavirus (Covid-19) Here’s the top advice for horse owners during the Coronavirus pandemic. Amidst, the uncertainty of the current climate, we have put together advice for all horse owners during the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. Keep Updated Keep up to date with the latest NHS and Government advice surrounding hygiene and protective measures, to ensure you…...

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One Simple Technique To Help A Horse With Breathing Problems

27/02/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

One Simple Technique To Help A Horse With Breathing Problems Help a horse with breathing problems or just improving respiratory health and condition, this simple change could reduce winter coughing bouts and help to improve performance. Amidst a flair up of respiratory symptoms, such as coughing and nasal discharge, it’s often easy to turn to supplements to alleviate the problem.…...

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Best Stable Hygiene Products For A Spring Clean

20/02/202025/06/2021 Abby Dickinson

Best Stable Hygiene Products For A Spring Clean Discover the best stable hygiene products for a deep spring clean! With stable hygiene majorly effecting our horse’s respiratory health, giving your horse’s stable a thorough clean may be on the agenda sooner, rather than later! As poor hygiene can take it toll on equine respiratory systems, noticeable signs that your stable…...

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