Top Tips for Keeping your Horse Healthy

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Horses are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful animals in the world. Caring for these animals can be an extremely rewarding experience but it is also important to consider the huge responsibility that comes with this care. Your horse will be completely reliant on you as an owner if you are keeping it in a {Read More…}

Horses: How to Deal with Bad Behaviour

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It’s widely accepted that the majority of horses are “good” but without proper care or handling, good behaviour can quickly give way to bad behaviour. There are a variety of reasons for this bad behaviour and these can range from genetically inherited psychological frailty, natural aggression, distrust or dislike of a rider or unhappiness because {Read More…}

Tapeworms In Horses

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Horses aren’t usually considered to be ‘high-risk’ when it comes to tapeworms, but recent evidence suggests otherwise. The most common assumption is that you become infected by them through the consumption of uncooked meat. Unlike your household pets, who will most likely be eating meat-based pet foods, such as Iams and the like, your horses {Read More…}

A Beginner’s Guide to Horse Equipment

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The world of horse equipment can be bewildering and daunting for those new to the sport. As your equestrian career develops you will certainly need to use, if not buy, the following equipment. Riding Hats The most important piece of horse riding equipment is a riding hat, or helmet. It should be worn whenever you {Read More…}

What Does a Horse Need? A Guide To Your First Pony

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Horses are big animals, and therefore need a lot more than smaller companion pets. Before deciding to own a horse, careful consideration needs to be placed on where the horse will live and exercise, what the horse will eat, how the horse will be groomed and what other supplies will be needed. There are many {Read More…}

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