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Travelling Your Horse In Hot Weather
If you are travelling your horse in hot weather there are a few things to bear in mind so that you and your horse arrive at your destination happy and healthy. Most of us will err on the side of caution and not travel our horses if the temperature and humidity are high. Doing so…
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How Can I Keep My Horse Cool This Summer: 10 Best Ways To Keep Cool
When the summer temperatures rise we all rush for the shade. Equestrians also have to answer ‘how can I keep my horse cool this summer?’ This is not only a question of your horse’s comfort, but also a welfare concern. Horses thermoneutral zone is normally considered to be 5°C – 25°C. Above this, horses can…
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Can Seaweed Help Mallanders
Mallanders is a condition in horses that cannot be cured, only managed. In trying to treat Fatty I wondered can seaweed help mallanders. Mallanders and Sallanders are uncomfortable skin conditions in horses. It’s a little like eczema in humans and causes broken, scabby, and flaky skin. There’s no known cure, management is the only option.…
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Which Fencing Is Best For Horses
Most people dream of beautiful post and rails fencing, but which fencing is best for horses for those that aren’t able to post and rail their paddocks. This article looks at the alternatives. Post and rail is often considered to be the most effective form of fencing for keeping horses within their allotted paddocks. If…
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Why Does My Horse Bite – 10 Reasons & Solutions
So why does my horse bite? A question that has been asked by many horse handlers over the years. It’s not simply a question of being naughty, there are many reasons your horse may bite. Biting is a form of communication between you and your horse. That doesn’t make it a fun communication, but your…
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Why Does My Horse Kick – 10 Reasons
At one point in your horse owning journey, you may ask Why Does My Horse Kick? There are several possible reasons to explore before simply labelling a horse as difficult or naughty. Horses kick for many reasons. They may not have been properly treated or socialised, or it may be as a result of a…
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Best Hedges For Horse Paddocks
The best hedges for horse paddocks are those that provide security and safety. Additionally, hedges can provide shade in the summer, and act as wind breaks in the winter. Making sure that you plant the best hedges for your paddocks will depend upon the size and maintenance work you are willing to provide. The most…
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20 Money Saving Tips For Horse Owners
Owning horses is never going to be a cheap hobby, but there are 20 money saving tips for horse owners that you should consider if you’re trying to make your budget stretch. Horses aren’t cheap. But if horses are in your blood, and the only time you can truly relax and be yourself, then they’re…
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How To Test Your Hay In 5 Easy Steps
If you have a horse that needs a low calorie diet, testing your hay is a good idea. This article explains how to test your hay in 5 easy steps at home. This means that you can know if your hay needs soaking, without the need to send a sample off to the lab. Testing…
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Tried & Tested: Waterproof Gloves
I’ve tried and tested waterproof gloves. These are one of the most important items that a horse owner will ever own. It doesn’t matter if your equines are pets or 5* eventers; gloves around the yard are an absolute necessity. Waterproof gloves that are actually waterproof but still allow one to undo haynets, do up…
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