EHV – Basic Factsheet
There has recently been a case of EHV in the area, which unsurprisingly, has put the local equine area into a state of panic. I think this is largely due… Read More »EHV – Basic Factsheet
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Managing young horses: based on Growth Plates.
There is always lots of debate as to when to back and ride young horses. As our knowledge of horse anatomy has improved, the reasons against starting early have moved… Read More »Managing young horses: based on Growth Plates.
Is the UK obesity crisis affecting our horses?
I recently came across an article stating that horses in the UK are at risk caused by over weight riders. This article claimed that only 1 in 20 riders are… Read More »Is the UK obesity crisis affecting our horses?
Famous Racehorses and Huge Hearts!
Trainers have often believed that heart size has played a huge role in racehorse performance. As science improved it has been proven to be true. I won’t go too much… Read More »Famous Racehorses and Huge Hearts!
Designer Horses?
With the Sports Horse industry adapting more and more reproductive technology from the cattle industry, can we start to consider the idea of designer horses? The sports horse industry has… Read More »Designer Horses?
Equine Education?
One of the key focuses here at EquiPepper is to provide information to help improve the average horse owner’s knowledge. It can be worrying how little some horse owners do… Read More »Equine Education?
Green Party to Ban Horse Racing?
The Green Party has announced that if they come into power they will have a “complete review” on horse racing and greyhound racing. This could include a complete ban on… Read More »Green Party to Ban Horse Racing?
Feeding the Thoroughbred ~ Key Tips
Feeding the thoroughbred, especially an ex racehorse, can be tricky. This is because they tend to lose weight easily but can be sensitive to many feeds, making them ‘hot’ or… Read More »Feeding the Thoroughbred ~ Key Tips
Supplements ~ What are they?
These days you can get supplements for any possible problem your horse may have, from behavioural to physical. However, how much do we actually know about what is in these… Read More »Supplements ~ What are they?
Sarcoids: Treatment or Management?
Sarcoids are the bane of many horse owners lives. They are difficult to treat, can require careful management and often lowers a horses worth. Once they have one, they often… Read More »Sarcoids: Treatment or Management?
