Welcome to our equestrian blog. Here you'll find lots of useful information about all aspects of equestrian life, including tips on how to take care of your horse, informative articles on equestrian news and more thoughtful articles about some of the issues we all face as horse riders. We very much hope these articles will help you get the most out of your passion and help you fulfil your potential as a rider.
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Hot weather horse riding clothes Whether you are schooling, hacking or simply keeping a horse during the summer, it's just as important as it is in the winter that you have the right clothing. Read our article on hot weather horse riding clothes here. |
When the ground gets hard and dry in summer, horse owners start to scrutinize their horse’s feet. They assume that brittle, cracked and chipped hooves are the result of prolonged, hot, dry weather but environment is just one aspect that plays a part in your horse’s feet. Our article on the causes of brittle hooves in horses explains all. |
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13 Tips On How To Bathe A Horse As soon as the weather starts to get warmer, horse owners bath their horses to get rid of all the scurf and grease that has built up over the winter. However it shouldn’t be just a one off event as our horses and ponies need to be bathed, hosed off or at the very least sponged off if they’ve broken in to a sweat when exercised. Learn how to bathe your horse by clicking here. |
Prince Philip's Equestrian Life Did you know that Prince Philip is equally as keen on equestrianism as the Queen and his famous granddaughter, Zara Phillips? We thought it important therefore to mark the Duke of Edinburgh's birthday with some interesting facts about his life with horses. Read our article here. |
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Falling off a horse can be frightening and it can also damage your confidence as a rider. If you're unfortunate enough to have a fall, there are some simple things you can do to deal with the incident when it happens. Read our six tips on what to do after a horse fall here. |
Ins and Outs of Para Equestrian Dressage The Para Equestrian Dressage Championships were hosted recently. You can find out more about the sport of Para Dressage, and how to take part, here. |
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11 Tips For Spring Cleaning Your Stable Now the weather is getting better (apart from a few apocalyptic storms, of course!) it’s time for the annual stable clean. Read Kim's Top 11 (yes, 11) tips on how to spring clean your stable here!. |
Night Turn Out: Things to Consider Now that the slightly warmer and drier days are of Spring are here, many owners whether they should continue to turn their horses out during the day or night. This helpful article describes some of the things you ought to consider before turning your horse out at night. |
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Effects of Spring Grass on Horses
After such a wet winter, it's tempting to turn your horse out on the Spring grass. |
It's that time of year when the mornings and evenings are getting lighter which is great for hacking out your horse. This infographic gives you 10 tops tips on how to hack your horse out alone safely.. |
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Softshell is becoming increasingly popular with riders. |
What are the pros and cons for turnout during winter? This |
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Are you looking for a useful checklist of jobs to do with your horse this Autumn Winter?. This article will definitely help you! |
Looking to ride accurately, from letter to letter? This article will definitely help you to improve your dressage scores!! |
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Soon, if not already, you'll be buying your hay. Read this article for out Top Five tips on better hay storage!! |
Are you thinking about hanging up horseshoes? If so, Kim's sensitive article may help you decide whether it's the right time to retire your horse.. |
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Do you ride and dream of being a model? Then click here to find out how to enter our competition to be our model and win £250 of EQUUS goodies! |
Read our guest article from Muddy Matches and find out why equestrians make perfect partners!! |
