Showing

Showing can be a hard world to crack. What is the judge really looking for? What type is my horse? What level should I be entering? These are all common questions and it can be hard to find the answers.

In this section you will find the resources to help you answer these questions as well as top tips on how to prep your horse and what your ridden show should look like.

Sunday Birthday Show

20/04/201607/08/2018

Some of you may have read posts about me getting ready for the show season and my plans to start doing showing classes with Scottie. Well our first show is… Read More »Sunday Birthday Show

Showing Season ~ Let's get kitted out!

04/04/201614/01/2022

Some of you may have read my last post about my plans to pursue showing with Scottie (read it here.) Well this is a follow up post after I have… Read More »Showing Season ~ Let's get kitted out!

Showing in the Future

13/02/201614/01/2022

We have done very little jumping recently and on the few occasions we have popped over a jump, it is very apparent how much confidence Scottie has lost jumping. I… Read More »Showing in the Future

The Longines Royal International Horse Show

03/08/201522/12/2021

First, I would like to thank The British Horse Society for supplying the tickets I won for the Sunday of the Logines Royal International Horse Show. I had an amazing… Read More »The Longines Royal International Horse Show

Best Condition: What do Judges look for?

06/07/201505/04/2019

For those of you who follow mine and Scottie’s story, you will know that we have entered a couple of Best Condition classes and managed to place in both. However,… Read More »Best Condition: What do Judges look for?

Sunday Show Success!

05/07/201514/01/2022

One of the local Pony Clubs held a show just down the road today, so I took Scottie along for a nice morning out. It was a qualifiers show with… Read More »Sunday Show Success!

Showing Scottie!

21/06/201514/01/2022

On Saturday I took Scottie to a local show to do some in hand classes. The original plan was to do some jumping in the afternoon. However, the weather put… Read More »Showing Scottie!

ROR Show Series: Blemish Rule Change?

04/06/201507/08/2018

The organisation Retraining of Racehorses (ROR) has opened many doors for those who own ex racehorses. This is because they offer specialised advice and clinics aimed at retraining these horses.… Read More »ROR Show Series: Blemish Rule Change?

Fox Hunting: Which side are you on?

29/04/201523/12/2021

Are you pro or anti hunting? Want to try hunting but find it ethically wrong? In this post I will give my personal opinions on hunting with reasons why and… Read More »Fox Hunting: Which side are you on?

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8 Reasons You Should Try Online Dressage https://t.co/JjTdSdifnV https://t.co/gV55vs7esq

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5 Valentine’s Day Gifts for your horse Valentine's day is the perfect excuse to celebrate the bond between horse and rider. So here are our 5 Valentine's day gifts for your horse. https://t.co/mzFZdunGrd https://t.co/J0hmTeJKff

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Horse Rider SOS: A must have app for horse riders *Partnered* The Horse Rider SOS app alerts your friends & family if you happen to have an accident riding your horse. Giving them your exact location. https://t.co/0N4SyQ2kVF https://t.co/G0AiuLv5q1

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Trying Wood Pellet Bedding Wood pellet bedding is like marmite. But I have been using it for about a month now and I am completely sold. FInd out why. https://t.co/nS4mHSo1a2 https://t.co/M77SZ5sqqx

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New Post!
Dinky Dinos Ponyo 250g Turnout Rug Review
It's no secret that I love Ponyo rugs! And this Dinky Dinos print is just adorable! Find out why you should be buying Ponyo.
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It was okay at the yard ~ Horsey phrases what won’t work in public There are plenty of phrases or conversations you have at the yard which might not go down well in public. Here are a few of those phrases. https://t.co/O7XknuThqI https://t.co/RDwzRPnGp5

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TPR ~ Your Horse’s Vital Signs https://buff.ly/3KgTtNe #horses

When I was at University, the importance of knowing a horses vital signs was drilled into us on a near daily basis. We were expected to know what the normal parameters were and be able to check them when asked. I believe all horse owners should know the vital signs and how to check them.… Read Mo...

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New Post!
Dinky Dinos Ponyo Horsewear 250g Turnout Rug Review
It's no secret that I love Ponyo rugs! And this Dinky Dinos print is just adorable! Find out why you should be buying Ponyo.
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It's no secret that I love Ponyo rugs! And this Dinky Dinos print is just adorable! Find out why you should be buying Ponyo.

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Pony Club ~ Stepping Stone to Horse Ownership https://buff.ly/3N0m6xL #horses

There is much more to horse ownership than just riding. There is the hard and often complicated daily management which can be a minefield to the most experienced horse owners. And that’s just when your horse is fit and well! If your horse becomes sick or injured, things can get even more difficult...

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"Horse riding isn't a sport, you just sit there."

How many times have we heard this as a horse rider? But rather than arguing or trying to explain, let's just take the compliment that we are a good enough rider and have trained our horse well enough to look like they can read our minds.

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Too many horses? There are too many horses in the UK. This is largely due to over breeding. But who is responsible for this crisis? https://buff.ly/3QrqgS5 #horses

There are too many horses in the UK. This is largely due to over breeding. But who is responsible for this crisis?

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Modern vs Traditional Rosette Colours Modern rosettes are just gorgeous and available at all levels. But I am a stickler for the traditional rosette colours. https://buff.ly/3RyNSVQ #horses

Modern rosettes are just gorgeous and available at all levels. But I am a stickler for the traditional rosette colours.

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