Riding Your Horse StraightRiding Your Horse Straight
When schooling, whether in preparation for a dressage competition or merely to improve the way your horse goes, it is worth spending time practicing how to keep your horse nice and straight.
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Countdown Begins For The Second Phase Of The Triple Crown Of The United States
Countdown begins for the second phase of the Triple Crown of the United States, the Preakness Stakes, to be held next May 15th 2010 in the city of Baltimore.
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Warming Up And Cooling Down Your HorseWarming Up And Cooling Down Your Horse
At the start of any riding session it is important to spend a few minutes doing some warm up exercises, and this should be followed by a cool down at the end.
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Losing That Winter CoatLosing That Winter Coat
With the onset of longer daylight hours and warmer weather comes the inevitable shedding of winter coats and many of us disappearing in a haze of loose hair and dandruff every time we groom!
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Beating The Credit Crunch
With so many demands on time and money, anything to make life easier and save hard earned cash is always welcome. Here are a few ways to save money and make your equipment last longer.
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Dehydration In Travelling HorsesDehydration In Travelling Horses
Regular transportation is a common part of the competition horse’s life and can cause water and salts to be lost through sweat.
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Helping Horses Cope With The ColdHelping Horses Cope With The Cold
With no immediate end to the cold weather in sight, here is some advice to help horses cope with the big freeze.
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Winter Safety For Horses And Their OwnersWinter Safety For Horses And Their Owners
Accidents, both for horses and their owners can be costly in financial and emotional terms, so if anything, when the weather is bad and the nights are long it is worth taking extra care rather than cutting corners.
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Spend Time On TransitionsSpend Time On Transitions
Transition exercises can be time well spent, particularly if you are hoping to enter some winter dressage competitions.
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How To Improve Your Riding In 24 HoursHow To Improve Your Riding In 24 Hours
When it comes to horse riding the little things you do in a single day can make a difference and improve your riding.
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Before You Throw That Before You Throw That "Wrecked" Rug Away Consider If You Can Make Do And Mend
Even horse rugs that appear totally wrecked at the end of the season can come back looking brand spanking new if they are repaired and laundered.
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Looking After Your Horse’s TeethLooking After Your Horse’s Teeth
Are you ever left wondering why exactly does your horse need to see the dentist or how to locate a qualified Equine Dental Technician and who are the Governing bodies for equine dentistry? If so then this article explains.
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Tips On Making The Most From Your HayTips On Making The Most From Your Hay
As the summer grass disappears it’s time to stock up on good quality hay. Here are some tips to help you get the most from your hay, and keep your horse in tip-top condition.
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Sharing Your HorseSharing Your Horse
One solution to the credit crunch for horse owners is to find a sharer who can share the workload and financial burden involved in keeping horses but it is important to adopt a business-like, professional approach to the idea.
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Finishing TouchesFinishing Touches
Even if you don’t compete it’s nice to spend a summer’s afternoon giving your horse or pony a pamper session to ensure they look their best.
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