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Time to bond

Q Any tips for bonding with a new horse? My new Dutch Warmblood arrives soon and I’m getting conflicting advice.

Becky Hutton, Greater Manchester

Nikki says: This depends on many things, such as your ability, confidence and experience, the facilities you have available to you, and the age and temperament of your new horse.

If your horse has had a long journey it’s a good idea to let him settle in the new environment of his stable so he can smell, drink and

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