Groundwork is a group of exercises you carry out with your horse while you’re leading them on the ground. We’ll run through 5 types of groundwork exercises for horses and explain what each involves so you can get your horse groundwork checklist at the ready! Why is groundwork important Groundwork can really build trust …
We all have a favourite film, or maybe a couple that we love to sit down to every now and then – a feel good film! As a horse lover we’d expect you to have fond memories of at least one horse classic from your childhood or teenage years. Here’s our top 10 favourites (in …
What is equine therapy Equine therapy involves patients and horses interacting to help people promote physical and emotional growth. The therapist will usually watch over sessions so they are able to observe physical and behavioural patterns. Who it is suitable for This type of therapy is great for a range of people that are suffering …
What’s the Purpose of Horse Bedding? The purpose of horse bedding is to encourage the horse to lie down and create a comfortable space where they can rest. The bedding should provide cushioning for the horse’s legs to protect them from the hard surface of the concrete, stone or hard floor. It should help prevent …
Horses are incredible specimens and the life of a horse rider is rewarding but also hard work. Here are a few things that every horse rider can relate to. Toned Glutes and Legs No need to go hell for leather with a workout regime. While your friends will work their butt off in the …
It can be daunting going into any test, let along one where you’re relying on your partner to work with you. Here’s some tips on how to improve your dressage score; what to look out for and what to practice with your horse ahead of the big day. Relax and keep calm Try and keep …
As any rider will know, post horse riding stretches are essential to help stop you feeling like you’ve been stood on by your horse! Horse riding is an extremely physical activity and you’ll use muscles you didn’t even know you had. If you do go for a ride and forget to do your post ride …
Equine Colic Do you notice a change in your horse when the weather turns? The weather can play a part in the cause of equine colic. It’s not down to the weather itself of course, but a horse’s diet will change as a result of the weather and this change in nutrition can cause issues. …
Dressage Dressage is the highest form of horse training. A sport where you are required to perform a sequence of tasks under instruction with your horse and receive scoring on how well each section is completed. Dressage requires a high level of skill and athleticism from both the rider and horse which leads to the …
Nobody wants their beloved horse to get ill or be in pain in any way, but unfortunately it isn’t something that can always be escaped. The key is to always be on the lookout and take action if your horse doesn’t appear to be in their usual state of health. What are the symptoms of …
