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THERE HAVE BEEN days recently when it has definitely felt as though winter is encroaching. Anyone already dreading the long, dark evenings, super short days, squelching through mud for seemingly endless weeks and despairing that their horse's grazing

Western rider Emma Chapman: One of the main differences between English and Western is that you want an English horse to come up into the contact, whereas in Western we want to pick up the reins and the horse should soften, page 26 Showjumper Pippa A

A new scheme, the Thoroughbred Aftercare Programme, will be offering expert tuition and training to riders of former racehorses at the point between the horse leaving racing and transitioning to being a riding horse. The programme intends to encompas

Any owners who worry about leaving their horses unattended in a field will be keen to hear about a new solution. Equiwatch's subscription service uses signage at the horse's location which details a national helpline and a code unique to that horse's

Fortunately for him, the charity Equine Market Watch Sanctuaries (UK), which steps in at auctions, horse fairs and markets to rehome unwanted or abused horses and ponies, bid on him and took him under its wing at its dedicated sanctuary in Herefordsh

The key for safe urban hacking is in the horses who will carry us, so how can an equine become accustomed to city life? Hyde Park Stables carefully select the horses who work in the riding school. They spend time at Hyde Park Stable's sister yard in

HOW DO MOST people get around London? Black taxi. Red double decker bus. The Underground. On foot. By bicycle. These are the first methods that spring to mind. However, it turns out that even in 2023 there are also still horses… Hidden away in a Lond

‘I was advised to put Kobi down’ Hannah Leslie took part in the Man v Horse race for the second time this year with her 15-year-old Knabstrupper cross, Kobi, and she reflects that he is lucky to be here. “He was labelled as dangerous and I was told t

Huddersfield-based side saddle instructor Lisa Lane visited the National Horseracing College (NHC) to use its dressage simulator in January. “I wanted to find a way to let people have a go on a side saddle without having to have a real horse there. S

How I make it work: Both my partner and my mum assist with the childcare The physiotherapist, who treats horses, dogs and humans, runs her own business and confesses to being motivated by making a difference to how her patients feel I'm a self-employ

My five-year-old pony, Spud, and my husband, Donal, check out the internet while enjoying a beer in the sunshine. Spud and I started doing intro dressage in May and we're loving it. Jo O'Hanlon, West Yorkshire This is me with my beautiful Belle. I to

“During this session we have helped Brownie to reactmore to his rider's leg in a positively forwardway,” Alex reveals. “For a horse who likes to sit behind the contact it is important that the rider gives them a reason to seek it. Encouraging Brownie

Bethan Earby purchased her mare, Maisie, two years ago knowing that she had suffered from a few respiratory issues in the past. “Her problems weren't that bad when I bought her, but in the summer of 2022 she started getting serious flare ups that inv

Gemma Little has seen a remarkable transformation in Lavender, her daughter's 12.2hh pony, since using magnetic products. In the past the 20-year-old Welsh section B, who was bought as a Pony Club pony, has been diagnosed with laminitis, ulcers and,

Avoiding long periods without forage is an important way to support a horse's digestive health and mental wellbeing. However, even horses with constant access to forage don't spend 100% of their time eating. ■ Try dividing a restricted horse's ration

Spillers is inviting owners of overweight horses and ponies to join its Spillers Slimmers'Club for support, advice and encouragement to help keep their horse or pony at a healthy weight. This motivating and friendly club provides practical support an

Two winners will each receive a full set of Equilibrium Stretch & Flex Wraps. The original dressage wraps are back — reinvented and better than ever. Perfect for schooling or competing, these wraps are soft, breathable and comfortable, and they come

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My amazing mum, Linda, had lined up a rescue pony for me before I was born. I've therefore had horses my entire life. Every one I've ever had has been a heart horse, and all were stepping stones to the rider I am today. The standout one was the 12hh,