General Equestrian Advice

Searching for the perfect Christmas gift for the horse enthusiast in your life? Look no further! Our comprehensive Equestrian Christmas Gift Guide is here to help you sleigh the holiday season with thoughtful and practical presents for horse lovers of all levels. From innovative stable tools to riding essentials and delightful accessories, discover a curated selection sure to gallop into the hearts of riders and their equine companions. Embrace the spirit of giving with our handpicked collection...

Buying a horse for a beginner is a thrilling, yet scary, venture. The buzz of buying yours or maybe your child’s first horse or pony and finally taking the step you’ve dreamed of is unrivalled. However, the responsibility and pressure that comes with this is huge and the first equine partner a rider has will shape the rest of their journey. The right animal will probably mean you’re hooked forever and create the best memories to look back on, so to avoid the dream becoming a nightmare, tak...

Equine asthma, commonly known by the equine community as ‘heaves’, is a lot more common than you might think and is certainly quite debilitating for horses, let alone stressful for their owners if not controlled properly. It can be quite a confusing disease, as some horses are affected in winter, and some in spring or summer. So, what really causes equine asthma, what does it look like and how can we treat it most effectively? Read on to learn the latest in equine asthma's veterinary managem...

As horse owners, we understand the importance of maintaining clean and hygienic equipment, especially when it comes to horse rugs. Clean horse rugs are vital for promoting excellent skin and coat health in horses, prolonging the lifespan of the rugs, and keeping the animals healthy. To achieve optimal results, it's crucial to consider the appropriate methods for cleaning and selecting suitable industrial laundry equipment based on individual needs. This article aims to explore the different type...

If you own a horse, you’re likely to have a whole wardrobe of equipment that comes as part of the package. A saddle and bridle at the very least, plus undoubtedly some rugs for various climates, grooming kit, and various other accessories. Whether you keep your horses at livery or at home, with farms and stables at a high risk on the rural crime scale, how do you keep your tack and equipment safe, and make sure it doesn’t go walkabouts?    It will be unlikely that liv...

How to get the most out of the crazy horse:   After writing a previous article some time ago, detailing how riders can get the most out of their lazy horses, I had the time to reflect on just how many different types of horses I’ve come across throughout my life so far. Having owned, loaned and ridden quite a large variety of horses, I know all too well how unique each horse can be. Following the article focused on the horses with a steadier outlook on life, who’d rather...