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Teaching other people’s children is a responsibility, and then we put them on horses!!!! It is also enjoyable and very rewarding, to see them improve, gain confidence and develop skills and achieve in what is quite a difficult sport. When instructing, the art to building their confidence is often knowing when to stop. When to finish an exercise or a
Reduce the risk of Spring Laminitis Laminitis is a serious condition causing acute hoof pain and damage. The onset of Spring often brings an increase in cases of laminitis. Careful control of your horse’s diet to avoid laminitis, or management once it has occurred is key to maintaining a sound and happy horse or pony. Many horse and pony
When winter arrives, horse owners face the challenge of ensuring their equine companions stay warm and comfortable despite the cold temperatures. While horses possess their own natural mechanisms for regulating body heat, providing them with extra hay can play a significant role in keeping them warm during chilly weather. This article explores the benefits of offering additional hay to your
Avoiding heat stress Horses standing in the sun without shade or breeze will very rapidly accumulate heat. Even at rest, once the temperature reaches above 37 degrees a horse’s core temperature will rise unless it is actively cooled. Below are a few tips to keep your horse cool during hot weather and avoid heat stress: Signs of heat stress in
Intro ‘Colic’ is one of those words that can make a horse owner’s heart skip a beat. The reality of finding a much-loved family horse experiencing colic can be even scarier. As a horse owner, I’m familiar with the panic and anxiety that sets in when our horse is unwell; however, as a veterinarian, I know that a logical and
Have you entered The @bareequestrian Club / Rider of the Month Competition? Enter now for your chance to win a BARE Equestrian Gift Voucher https://ponyclubnsw.org.au/media/competitions/ Entries Close on the 15th of each Month
Teaching other people’s children is a responsibility, and then we put them on horses!!!! It is also enjoyable and very rewarding, to see them improve, gain confidence and develop skills and achieve in what is quite a difficult sport. When instructing, the art to building their confidence is often knowing when to stop. When to finish an exercise or a
Reduce the risk of Spring Laminitis Laminitis is a serious condition causing acute hoof pain and damage. The onset of Spring often brings an increase in cases of laminitis. Careful control of your horse’s diet to avoid laminitis, or management once it has occurred is key to maintaining a sound and happy horse or pony. Many horse and pony
When winter arrives, horse owners face the challenge of ensuring their equine companions stay warm and comfortable despite the cold temperatures. While horses possess their own natural mechanisms for regulating body heat, providing them with extra hay can play a significant role in keeping them warm during chilly weather. This article explores the benefits of offering additional hay to your
Avoiding heat stress Horses standing in the sun without shade or breeze will very rapidly accumulate heat. Even at rest, once the temperature reaches above 37 degrees a horse’s core temperature will rise unless it is actively cooled. Below are a few tips to keep your horse cool during hot weather and avoid heat stress: Signs of heat stress in
Intro ‘Colic’ is one of those words that can make a horse owner’s heart skip a beat. The reality of finding a much-loved family horse experiencing colic can be even scarier. As a horse owner, I’m familiar with the panic and anxiety that sets in when our horse is unwell; however, as a veterinarian, I know that a logical and
Have you entered The @bareequestrian Club / Rider of the Month Competition? Enter now for your chance to win a BARE Equestrian Gift Voucher https://ponyclubnsw.org.au/media/competitions/ Entries Close on the 15th of each Month