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
Current Issues
As with any industry, especially those which involve animals, there are always issues around management, regulations and welfare. Here we aim to keep you up to date with current issues affecting the equestrian industry. From changes to racing rules, to riders actions at competitions to the horse population crisis. We aim to bring you the latest.
Can you lose marks for not having a warmblood for Dressage?
When we think about dressage, many of us picture those big flashy warmbloods with gorgeous floaty paces. Warmbloods have been selectively bred for years specifically to produce these impressive paces… Read More »Can you lose marks for not having a warmblood for Dressage?
Does Bridle Fit Affect Performance?
We all know how important it is to have a correctly fitted saddle for our horse. Not only does it help prevent back pain, it can also improve the horses… Read More »Does Bridle Fit Affect Performance?
My reaction to Panorama’s Dark Side of Horse Racing… Euthanasia
Earlier this week Panorama on BBC aired a show about the dark side of horse racing, what happens to the horses when they retire from racing. I think racing fans… Read More »My reaction to Panorama’s Dark Side of Horse Racing… Euthanasia
Looking after an older horse
Thanks to advancements in veterinary medicine and horse owner knowledge, our horses are living longer and longer. But not only are they living longer, but they are able to maintain… Read More »Looking after an older horse
The forgotten risks of summer grazing
Here in the UK we have very wet, cold winters. Our horses either get very little turnout during the winter months, or when they do go out, the fields are… Read More »The forgotten risks of summer grazing
Trimming whiskers illegal in FEI competition
Trimming whiskers is something what has always been considered common practice. Certain disciplines, such as showing, it was almost a requirement to remove your horses whiskers. But with more and… Read More »Trimming whiskers illegal in FEI competition
Gordon Elliott Scandal puts Tiger Roll’s 3rd National at risk
Over the weekend a distressing photo appeared on social media showing racehorse trainer Gordon Elliot posing with a dead horse on the gallops. While at first it was unknown whether… Read More »Gordon Elliott Scandal puts Tiger Roll’s 3rd National at risk
Should Tiger Roll run in the Grand National?
With just a few months to go, everyone is starting to talk about the Grand National. Last year I was all geared up for seeing Tiger Roll take on the… Read More »Should Tiger Roll run in the Grand National?
How could cloning save breeds, species and diversity.
Cloning as a technology has been around for a long time now. The first animal, Dolly the sheep, was successfully cloned in 1996. The first horse was cloned in 2003… Read More »How could cloning save breeds, species and diversity.