Worming Your Horse In Winter From Experts Westgate Labs There is one dangerous parasitic stage of the small redworm that we need to be particularly aware of when worming horses at this time of year, as it can have fatal consequences. Winter is the season to consider how we tackle the possibility of encysted redworm. This means either blood […]

Our horse’s wellbeing is always at the forefront of our mind, but what can we do to help keep our horses happy and healthy this winter? Horses are surprisingly well adapted to cope with extremes of temperature, as seen in Arab horses in the dessert. Our Native feral ponies get fat in the summer and use those reserves to maintain themselves over […]

Our horse’s wellbeing is always at the forefront of our mind, but what can we do to help keep our horses happy and healthy this winter? Horses are surprisingly well adapted to cope with extremes of temperature, as seen in Arab horses in the dessert. Our Native feral ponies get fat in the summer and use those reserves to maintain themselves over […]

We can provide cover for many types of trailers, including horse trailers, flatbed trailers, garden trailers, and box trailers. Trailer Insurance provides cover for accidental damage, fire, and theft. This means that any damage to the trailer caused by an accident, not fair wear and tear, would be covered by the policy, as well as damage caused […]

When it comes to insuring your event horse there are a number of areas to consider, we have created the simple guide below to help explain each section of cover available. Mortality insurance Mortality insurance covers your horse should he be killed, die or have to be put down by a vet because he is in unremitting pain that cannot be […]

It’s almost inevitable that at some stage during their life every horse or pony will have to be transported. Their early experiences can have a huge impact on how they travel in the future, therefore, it is vitally important that they have a pleasant journey, so as to arrive at the destination in the best possible condition. A stressed horse will […]

It’s almost inevitable that at some stage during their life every horse or pony will have to be transported. Their early experiences can have a huge impact on how they travel in the future, therefore, it is vitally important that they have a pleasant journey, so as to arrive at the destination in the best possible condition. A stressed horse will […]

The Importance of Insurance as a Freelance Groom or Rider Why do I need insurance? It is no secret that working with horses can involve a high level of risk. Ensuring suitable Insurance cover is in place for you as a Freelance Groom or Rider will provide the protection you need in your everyday work. Working on a Freelance basis means you are […]

We caught up with KBIS client Rachael Corry, owner of the Equine Rebalance Therapy Centre to find out about her horsey background, what led her to set up her own equestrian business and the pros and cons of working for yourself. Q. Tell us a bit about yourself and what has lead you to being based at Wellington? So, I have a bit of an […]

Equine Influenza is endemic in the population of horses in the United Kingdom and Mainland Europe. The virus circulates at low levels and is diagnosed from time to time in all parts of the continent. Both vaccinated and unvaccinated animals can be affected, but vaccinated animals may show only mild clinical signs as opposed to the high […]