Caring for the Older Horse
A common problem faced by horse riders and keepers is that of mole infestation. In such a situation it is usually recommended that a pest control service is employed to rid you of the problem. This poses a problem for horse riders as the mole burrows can cause the ground above to become unstable with the added weight from the horse.
MovingOn Courses is an English language school that offers English courses with a variety of activities for adults, kids and teenagers. A popular all English learning and all English speaking option English with horse riding if for teenagers although many adults take private horse riding classes too. Obviously on all course options the students study English and only English is spoken all day.
From time to time The Equestrian magazine like to nominate a business for exemplary work and service as well as support to the local community. We would like to mention a Vet in Nottingham for their exemplary help and service for all of our domestic pets. They were knowledgeable about Training and Caring for Young Horses due to providing equestrian care in the past.
Training and caring for horses is a big challenge. Most young girls want a horse for the fun part of riding one in the country side or at shows. But rarely do any girls realise the effort needed in caring for a horse beyond the fun riding part. This horse riding game for girls is an ideal solution for giving your child a realistic idea of the effort involved in keeping a horse healthy and it's home tidy. It can also satisfy your child's urge to ride a horse if you think they are too young or you don't have the money to pay for horse riding lessons.
One of the most common questions we get here is where are the best places to find horses for sale, however it is not really easy to provide a single answer to everyone, it all depends on where in the country you are located, this could mean that your better off going to one of the bigger auctions if your in the south, or instead to a private collector in the north, it does also depend on your budget of course. personally I'd always go to auction but you often can pay more at these.
However, the same cant be said for when your looking for horseboxes for sale, since best deals for horseboxes can normally be found online, one great site for such is http://www.horsedeals.co.uk/, (they also sell horses btw) and you can get pretty good prices from them. Just call the number on the site and mention I recommended you (I'm Dave) and you might even get some discount if your lucky:)
Winter can be a very difficult time for any horse, but for ones over the age of 15 it can be a very bleak and cold time.... [click here for more]
SHIATSU FOR HORSES (and you!)
It is often said that when the pupil is ready to learn, the teacher
shall appear. This is what happened to me a few years ago. I was
wondering what I really wanted to do with the rest of my life when I
picked up a book about shiatsu for horses.... [click here for more]
Training and Caring for Young Horses
When it comes to young horses, top dressage rider Carl Hester knows a
thing or two about bringing on young horses and turning them into
international super stars! Courtesy of Saracen Horse Feeds, Carl shares
his top tips on what to look for in a young horse and imparts knowledge
on giving him or her... [click here for more]
Competition Highlights the need for new Equimax 700kg Syringe
To support their campaign for more accurate worming, Virbac have run a
competition in conjunction with Dodson & Horrell Feeds for horse
owners to win the weight of their horse in feed, by accurately
assessing the weight of 3 horses.... [click here for more]
Cold Comfort
With the shortening days, poached fields and woeful weather it can be
difficult for the busy rider to cope with all that Mother Nature and
their horse throws at them during the winter months. ... [click here for more]
Bringing New Ideas
A passion for horses teamed with a love for nature has been the driving
force behind James Hart of specialist herbal extract company Equine
Herbals. This issue we learn more about his inspiring journey from New
Zealand to Somerset.... [click here for more]
The Devil in the Mud
‘Mud Fever’ the devilish problem of wet muddy paddocks, is dreaded by
some because they just can’t get rid of it and misunderstood by others.
Yes, there are terrible organism lurking in the muddy corners of your
field but is it as bad as some people make out? Why does Mud Fever
start and why do som... [click here for more]