Managing Arthritis in Horses
While an arthritis diagnosis can seem like the end of a horses career, this doesn’t have to be the case. Many horses can continue with their ridden career without a… Read More »Managing Arthritis in Horses
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My response to Mark Todd
I am sure we have all seen the video now of Mark Todd smacking a horse with a branch at one of his clinics. I have always been a huge… Read More »My response to Mark Todd
What causes arthritis in horses?
Just like humans, horses are living longer than ever. But also like humans, this living longer comes with it’s own problems. Arthritis in horses becomes more common the older a… Read More »What causes arthritis in horses?
New Research suggests horses can recognise themselves in mirrors
As an industry, we seem to constantly be underestimating just how smart horses are. A recent study found that horses can recognise themselves in mirrors. This demonstrates a good level… Read More »New Research suggests horses can recognise themselves in mirrors
New Research Finds Thoroughbreds Don’t Deserve Their Quirky Reputation
EquiPepper was born out of my love of thoroughbreds and my belief that they are just as good as other breeds. So many of the articles here on EquiPepper are… Read More »New Research Finds Thoroughbreds Don’t Deserve Their Quirky Reputation
I am so disappointed with how the media has covered the Frost v Dunne case
I want to start this by saying I have a lot of respect for Bryony Frost for standing up and calling out what is appalling behaviour. The hard thing about… Read More »I am so disappointed with how the media has covered the Frost v Dunne case
Are joint injections over used?
Joint injections are a common treatment for a variety of injuries and conditions now. Whether they are used regularly to relieve the symptoms of arthritis or to help heal an… Read More »Are joint injections over used?
Naughty Horses ~ Are you tackling the symptom or just correcting the behaviour?
Real naughty horses don’t exist. Most horses who display what we would call naughty behaviour have a reason for doing so. They might buck in canter due to being in… Read More »Naughty Horses ~ Are you tackling the symptom or just correcting the behaviour?
The Fall ~ A stark reminder to #BeKind
This week I finally got round to watch the short film The Fall. This film was created to raise awareness of mental health amongst jockeys. I think it is a… Read More »The Fall ~ A stark reminder to #BeKind
Why you need to look after yourself
We are all guilty of it. Our horse gets the best nutritional diet, they regularly see a physio and they are exercised regularly to work towards our goals for them.… Read More »Why you need to look after yourself
