Body scoring your horse is a great way to assess their weight objectively. It involves observing the overall fat covering in three separate areas: the neck, body, and hindquarters. Looking at weight and condition in this way is much more useful than weight taping alone as horses don’t carry fat evenly over their body and […]

As equestrians, we all dream of the day when the winter mud will be gone and the fields and bridleways are dried out, but the dry, hard ground can bring about its own problems. When a long period of dry weather occurs, hard surfaces can pose a risk to legs and feet and in serious […]

We do everything in our power to make sure our horses are happy. We put them on the best feed, make sure they are always at the optimum temperature with the right rug, and keep up with regular visits from the vet, farrier, and dentist to keep them comfortable. But even with doing all this, […]

As riders, we understand the need for warming up and know the dangers that come with rushing straight into exercise. However, many people have conflicting opinions on what a “proper” warm-up is, some swear by short and sweet, whereas others suggest spending more time working their horse in at the beginning of the ride. In […]

Cooling down is vital after exercising to keep your horse sound and healthy. Skipping this process can be incredibly detrimental to your horse’s health and can result in reduced oxygen and blood circulation which traps heat in the muscles and increases the risk of damage. In more severe cases, not cooling down efficiently can result […]

The August bank holiday is usually a bonus for equestrians. As it’s the last bank holiday before Christmas, it is a great time to make the most of the good weather (fingers crossed!) before autumn hits. If you are lucky enough to have some time off over the long weekend, you may be wondering how […]