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Scottie and me competing in dressage with our merino wool half pad white

Competing should be fun!

Posted on April 20, 2021

As a horse mad child, I always remember shows being the highlight of the Summer. The chance to compete and have a full day of ponies was so exciting and something to look forward to. Yes I wanted to win,…

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Cecil with his Lily's Kitchen dog food

Switching Cecil to Lily’s Kitchen dog food

Posted on April 15, 2021

As a dog owner, I find choosing the right food for your dog a bit of a minefield. There is so much conflicting advice out there with vets recommending certain brands and dog nutrition experts promoting raw over everything else.…

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modern grand national

Rachael Blackmore becomes the first woman to ride a winner in the Grand National

Posted on April 13, 2021

This years Randox Grand National was one for the history books. There was not one, but two incredible firsts thanks to the fantastic team of Rachael Blackmore and Henry De Bromhead. Queen on jump racing, Rachael Blackmore Rachael Blackmore made…

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the ex racehorse market

The ex-racehorse market explained and where to find one

Posted on April 8, 2021

In recent years ex-racehorses have become increasingly popular. Today Andrew from Whickr looks at why they have become so popular and where you can find one. Buying an ex-racehorse was once reserved for former jockeys or brave event riders. As…

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online long reining competition through dressage riders online

Our first online long reining competition with Dressage Riders Online

Posted on April 6, 2021

Early last month I found a post on Instagram advertising a brand new long reining and in hand class. This sounded like the perfect thing for me and Scottie. I had been struggling with thinking of things to do with…

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asdaa at 2nd at chelmsford

Owners Group Stable Update April 2021

Posted on April 1, 2021

It’s been a while since I updated you all on how my racehorses are doing. There have actually been some really exciting updates from great race results (which you can now keep up to date with here) and some fantastic…

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how to start long reining your horse

Everything you need to know to start long reining your horse

Posted on March 30, 2021

You may have seen that I have recently been doing a lot of long reining with Scottie. Not only is it giving him something to think about, but it is also helping to keep him straight and strong before I…

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white horse energy wood pellets

White Horse Energy – Premium Wood Pellet Bedding Review

Posted on March 25, 2021

A little while ago I wrote about how I have been trying wood pellet bedding for Scottie after haven fallen out of love slightly with cardboard. Two months on and haven chosen a brand to go with, it is safe…

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Cross Country chase at Cheltenham festival 2010. Credit Carine06 on Flickr

Cheltenham Festival Round Up 2021

Posted on March 22, 2021

Last week’s Cheltenham Festival was dominated by the Irish. The Irish trainers managed to win 23 of the 28 races, a record breaking number! But it was also a week of surprising results. Such as the super reliable jumper, and…

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horse search tips for writing a perfect horse sale advert

Horse Search’s Top Tips to writing the perfect Horse Sale advert

Posted on March 18, 2021

Ever wondered how to write the perfect horse sale advert? Well wonder no more! Nicki from Horse Search has shared their top tips on writing the perfect horse advert. 1) Write an eye-catching headline!  When we are reading a paper…

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There is an unwritten rule when you fall off - you There is an unwritten rule when you fall off - you're either going to the hospital or you are getting back on.  This sounds quite harsh but really its the perfect thing to say. If you don't get straight back on, you are giving fears and doubts about the fall time to fester.  Getting back on and doing whatever it is you were doing when you fell off will help keep the doubts away.  #equestrianbloggers #blogger #horseblogger #equineblogger 
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@dressageridersonline long rein test filmed! The @dressageridersonline long rein test filmed!  The perfect excuse to get the matchy matchy out!  #equestrianbloggers #blogger #horseblogger #equineblogger 
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Delivery day is Cecil's favourite day! Today MORE Delivery day is Cecil's favourite day!  Today MORE @lilyskitchenpetfood treats arrived for him. We stocked up on Woofbrush dental chews so he can have one a day and a few more of his favourites. (I just had to make use of their 20% offer!)  Today I also published my review of Lily's Kitchen dog food. Why we chose to switch Cecil onto their food and what a difference we have seen so far. Link in my bio 🔗  #dogsofinstagram #wirehairedviszla #wirehairedviszlaofinstagram #viszlaofinstagram #puppiesofinstagram #wirehairedviszlapuppy #affiliate #dogfood #dogtreats #lilyskitchen
I think equestrians are quite lucky in that most, I think equestrians are quite lucky in that most, if not all our sports, our success and improvement doesn't have to be based on placings.  Dressage you can come last but get your highest score ever or first with your lowest. Show jumping and eventing you can judge your performance based on your faults and times.  Yes a lot of us want to win and do well. But focusing too much on the placings and not what you have actually achieved can not only give you negative experiences but stop you improving.  #equestrianbloggers #blogger #horseblogger #equineblogger #horseowner #horserider #horseriding #horseshow #horsesofinstagram #thoroughbred #thoroughbredsofinstagram #exracehorse #exracehorsesofinstagram #ottb #ottbofinstagram #chestnuthorse #chestnutgelding #chestnutthoroughbred #inspoquote
6 years ago today me and Scottie went to our first 6 years ago today me and Scottie went to our first show together. We went jumping and came 5th.  #equestrianbloggers #blogger #horseblogger #equineblogger 
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You know Summer's nearly here when you start to lo You know Summer's nearly here when you start to lose the ginger hair around your muzzle.  #equestrianbloggers #blogger #horseblogger #equineblogger 
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