Posted: 02/02/2014
Worming may be necessary to keep horse’s parasite free but anthelmintic drugs themselves can actually cause disruption to the horse’s digestion. Jonathan Nelson, Equine Director at Protexin, explains how probiotics help repopulate the gut microflora following worming treatment, and why they are an important consideration along with the usual anthelmintic. Anthelmintic... Read More
Posted: 02/02/2014
Whether you are regularly competing up and down the country, based on a large livery yard or just a single horse owner with your own stables, it is important that you try and protect your horse from infectious diseases.
Biosecurity is just that. A simple routine of preventative measures to help protect... Read More
Posted: 02/02/2014
There is often a misconception that HorseHage is rich in energy and therefore unsuitable for horses and ponies prone to laminitis. This is not the case with the High Fibre and Timothy varieties of HorseHage. Forage can vary in quality as well as nutritional composition. Some batches of hay can contain... Read More
Posted: 30/01/2014
Sophie Wells is an outstanding young athlete who combines a successful Para Dressage career with competing at Grand Prix in able-bodied dressage competitions. At the age of just 23, Sophie is not only the reigning World and European Champion with eleven championship gold medals between her two top horses, she was... Read More
Posted: 30/01/2014
February marks 200 days to go until the start of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy France. 200 days will fly by in no time and for title sponsors Alltech and their official feed partners Baileys Horse Feeds the excitement is building. Held from the 24th August –... Read More
Posted: 28/01/2014
Ensuring your mare is provided with the best possible nutrition can have a huge impact on the growth and development of a newborn foal. Newborn foals rely on their mother’s colostrum in the milk for nutrients for growth, as well as establishing a healthy immune system. By ensuring the correct balance... Read More
Posted: 28/01/2014
Veterinary Thermal Imaging (VTI) has introduced a new ‘All Season’ package, to help professional and amateur riders monitor their horses during the season. “Lots of people think of VTI as an important part of monitoring rehabilitation, but it’s incredibly useful as a preventative tool too,” says Helen Morrell, Managing Director of... Read More
Posted: 27/01/2014
The Parelli East Anglian Professionals team presented an evening of education and inspiration at Easton College, Norfolk. There was a great turnout with around 70 people braving the cold for the demonstration. Three-Star Parelli Professional Jody Ruysen led the presentation with fellow instructors Cath Langley, Anthony Greenleaves and Jennifer Woods supporting... Read More
Posted: 27/01/2014
Tanya Waterhouse and her 15.3hh Irish Sport Horse, Dexey, have enjoyed a full and happy life together eventing, show jumping and even taking up dressage. But when Dexey entered her veteran years, Tanya decided that she may need to review the mare’s feeding regime. Said Tanya: “Although I have used TopSpec... Read More
Posted: 23/01/2014
Nationwide thermal imaging company Veterinary Thermal Imaging (VTI) is celebrating its fourth birthday during February…and has captured an amazing amount of images since its launch! “When VTI started, it was just me, but we’ve grown since that time and now have thermographers all over the UK, meaning that we truly are... Read More
Posted: 23/01/2014
The spring months can sadly go hand in hand with an increased risk of equine laminitis. The lush spring pasture can bring about this harmful, painful condition providing a real worry for horse owners. If your horse or pony is affected this season then both the equine diet and the environment... Read More
Posted: 23/01/2014
Trusted and respected health care experts Animal Health Company launch new website. Full of helpful expert advice and products from their nine ranges, the informative new ecommerce website has a completely new design and extensive online store. With products available for equines, canines and poultry the new online store ensures... Read More
Posted: 21/01/2014
Ulla Salzgeber will be taking home the third best selling horse of the auction, the 5-year old chestnut gelding Quintessenz (by Quaterback x Ehrentusch x Damenstolz). The German A-team rider and Olympic medallist paid €40,000 (£33,000) for the youngster. "I tried him out last week and after two minutes I knew... Read More
Posted: 21/01/2014
Kate Negus Saddlery has launched a completely redesigned padded headpiece for 2014. The Grand Prix Headpiece is made using quality English leather and was designed by the company’s Managing Director, Julia Andrews. It combines a padded headpiece with a design that reduces pressure around the back of the horse’s ears with... Read More
Posted: 20/01/2014
Hiho Silver is delighted to announce that the new Spinal Research Beaded Friendship Bracelet is available now…and for each bracelet purchased, Hiho will donate £7.50 to Spinal Research. “Spinal Research’s valuable work really came to light, to us, after Claire Lomas completed the London Marathon using a pair of ReWalk robotic... Read More
Posted: 20/01/2014
After a long, dull winter many of us have been looking forward to the dawning of the competition season. So why not while away the last of the winter weeks planning how you can get organised for your spring events? Whatever discipline you compete in considering important factors such as health,... Read More
Posted: 20/01/2014
On the 24 August, 2014, the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (TM) 2014 in Normandy will open. Over two weeks, the world’s best riders will compete in this equestrian spectacle that will see eight world championships crowned at the largest equestrian competition ever held in France. Here are 10 interesting facts... Read More
Posted: 17/01/2014
Question: I have worked in the equestrian industry for some time and was thinking about becoming a saddle fitter, what would I need to do to become a Qualified Saddle Fitter that is recognised by the Society of Master Saddlers? Answer: The Society of Master Saddlers replies: If you are... Read More
Posted: 17/01/2014
Despite being 21-years-old, 13.3hh Irish cob, Gypsy still remains a handful for owner Janet Pilling when at a driving competition. Janet has enjoyed driving trials for many years and was delighted when she found and bought Gypsy. Explains Janet: “I have owned Gypsy for 14 years now and bought him from... Read More
Posted: 17/01/2014
Are you familiar with the Society of Master Saddlers and what they do? Why you should use a registered qualified saddler fitter? and Why they need to be a Society member? These are some of the questions answered by the Society of Master Saddlers in three new informative leaflets. The Society... Read More
Posted: 16/01/2014
WITH more than 20 events already held, competition is proving fierce at the
EquestrianClearance.com British Riding Clubs Winter Championship qualifiers. Held at Hartpury College, Gloucestershire on March 29/30, the event is one of the highlights in the British Riding Clubs calendar, drawing competitors from all over the country. Over 150 senior show... Read More
Posted: 16/01/2014
International Event rider Sharon Hunt is set to have a busy year after being selected to be the British Eventing U18 Eastern Region Coach. In this exciting new role Sharon will be working with the British Eventing U18 programme to improve the skills of younger riders developing them for future Pony,... Read More
Posted: 16/01/2014
Neoprene performance footwear specialists, Grub’s will be sponsoring the Arena Eventing Series at Northcote Stud Equestrian Centre in Lancashire. The series is aimed at ‘grass root’ level eventing with junior and senior classes of 80cm, 90cm and 1m taking place. Competitor will jump a course of 16-20 fences set up in... Read More
Posted: 15/01/2014
With the winter season finally beginning to draw to a close many horse owners are starting to look forward to the competition season and getting “out and about” on the circuit in a variety of disciplines. But how do we ensure our equines have the condition, and particularly the topline, to... Read More
Posted: 14/01/2014
Saracen Horse Feeds and the British Horse Society have joined forces to provide a series of training modules on equine nutrition. The course which starts in March 2014 will be available to anyone from the professional groom, to the everyday horse owner.
Equine nutrition is a key part of the BHS exams... Read More
Posted: 14/01/2014
The Cyden Dressage Stallions, standing at stud for the first time in 2014, made their public debut at the British Stallion Event held at Hartpury College in Gloucestershire.
Owned by North Lincolnshire-based Lara Dyson, the Cyden Dressage Stallions team comprises of Cyden Cadans M, Cyden Bodyguard Moorland and Cyden Oostings Amigo.
The one... Read More
Posted: 14/01/2014
Classic Dressage has just launched a range of UK made, beautifully designed bridles that are interchangeable and premium quality without the hefty price tag!
The new range of elegant double and snaffle bridles are bought as standard with a sparkling brow- bands, plain or patent nosebands and all manner of rein choices... Read More
Posted: 14/01/2014
Tuffa Footwear is delighted to announce the launch of its new website- packed with more images and information than ever before, for its growing range of riding and country footwear. The site has been designed to be easy to navigate and contains information about all the products as well as news,... Read More
Posted: 13/01/2014
THREE new and exciting stallions from Cyden Dressage are standing at stud for the first time in 2014. Having previously concentrated on their dressage careers, North Lincolnshire-based owner Lara Dyson is making them available to mare owners for the season. The Cyden Dressage Stallions team comprises of KWPN approved Cyden Cadans... Read More
Posted: 10/01/2014
The Rideline™ boots from Grub’s are ideal for riding and stable work and are sure to keep your feet dry and warm in all weathers. These boots combine the unique INSU-FOAM ULTRA™ technology with advanced 5.0 Thermal engineering for a comfortable warm and dry fit. The Rideline™ features the brand new... Read More
Posted: 10/01/2014
Ensuring your horse has a healthy gut function is key. You can help to protect your horse against poor gut health, and boost immune support by simply adding a probiotic supplement to his daily feed.
Protexin Equine Premium’s everyday probiotic for horses Gut Balancer provides daily immune support by delivering a regular... Read More
Posted: 08/01/2014
Oscar, a six-year-old coloured gelding owned by Julie Hammond from Aberdeenshire has been chosen as ‘The Face of TopSpec 2014’ in a nationwide competition. For Julie, a health and safety advisor, Oscar is a very special chap as a homebred project horse and one who could easily have not made it... Read More
Posted: 08/01/2014
For the first time ever a team made up of competitors who have never met each other and live miles apart won the Dressage Anywhere Team Challenge. Teams made up of 3 members or more, compete at any level in the monthly competitions. The combined top 3 scores in any one... Read More
Posted: 06/01/2014
Tayberry’s windproof fleece collection is ideal for the windy weather we’re experiencing at the moment…and it won’t break the bank either! The collection includes four designs- Peak and Dale for ladies, and Marsh and Scarfel for men. All designs are made using a technical bonded fleece that is windproof, responds to... Read More
Posted: 06/01/2014
Equimins has added a new product to its Digestion range- Activated Charcoal. Activated Charcoal can be used to help promote a calm digestive system in horses, as and when needed. Equimins’ charcoal supplement is created from a vegetable form of carbon, made using ground coconut shells. “Activated Charcoal is a new... Read More
Posted: 02/01/2014
Well-known boot manufacturer, Grub’s has teamed up with international event rider Ben Hobday to continue to build a strong sponsorship relationship. Based near Bolton, Ben has proved that from a young age he has talent in the eventing world. He won the U21 National championships and then went on to be... Read More