Mud Fever - A Common Winter Ailment In HorsesMud Fever - A Common Winter Ailment In Horses
Mud fever is a common winter ailment, caused by a bacterium that penetrates chapped, damaged or softened skin in horses resulting in weepy sores, scabs and in severe cases swelling and lameness.
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The Blue Cross Advises On Animal Safety During Fireworks SeasonThe Blue Cross Advises On Animal Safety During Fireworks Season
The fireworks season can bring terror to many of the nation’s pets. The Blue Cross offers some essential advice to help owners keep equines and small animals safe and calm over the bright and noisy nights.
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How To Have Fun With Your Horse This WinterHow To Have Fun With Your Horse This Winter
There never seem enough hours in the day over the winter so here is some advice and tips on how to make looking after your horse seem less of a chore and more enjoyable over the winter months.
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Online Horse Racing Is the Way to Go!
The conversation my new best friend and I had was about online horse racing and here are 5 Reasons to Bet the Ponies Online.
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What Style Of Horse Owner Are You?What Style Of Horse Owner Are You?
Every horse owner is different. Whilst some people molly-coddle their horses to distraction, others allow their horses to be… well horses. What style of horse owner are you?
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How To Achieve A Perfect Rein Back
When done correctly the rein back can help to engage the quarters and can be a very useful movement in all kinds of situations, such as opening a gate out hacking.
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Dare To Try Something Different With Your Horse
Why not try something different with your horse. Whether you love competing or prefer hacking out with friends, there is a host of equestrian activities to try that can make your riding even more enjoyable.
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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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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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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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