Horsey shopping advice you can trust

Horsey shopping

Whether you're a competition rider, an owner, a carer or DIY diva, chances are you do a little horsey shopping - we're here with advice you can trust!

Horse&Rider is here to help you make the right decisions in the equestrian marketplace. Whether it's loan and share agreements, equestrian retirement planning advice, or how to buy a horse at auction, Horse&Rider's experts are sure to have the solution to hand - or hoof!
Be honest about his history and quirks when selling a horse

She wants a refund

Q: I sold my 14-year-old mare. She passed a vetting with the new owners vet. The buyer paid cash, and we signed a bill of sale. A few days later, she rang to say she wanted a refund. Where do I stand?

Richard Chamberlain answers:... more
Owners need to plan for their horse's future

Who will care for him?

Q: An elderly relative is worried what will happen to her beloved horse when she passes away. Sadly, we don't have the facilities to look after him, so please could you let us know if there are any charities who would take care of him?

Jess Winchester answers: Horses... more
A non-metal bit is a nice introduction for youngsters

Biting basics

Q: My unbroken, six-year-old mare has just been introduced to the bit. She isn't particularly impressed with it. Would you recommend a bit for youngsters?

Liz McGoun answers: First and... more
A point strap will help keep your saddle secure

Slipping saddle solutions

Q: I use a close-contact Wintec saddle with a changeable gullet for my 15.2hh TB x New Forest mare. However, it slips forward, when my mare tends to buck. Please can you help?

Liz McGoun answers: I don't know... more
Polypads Performer has absorbent toweling lining under the saddle

Numnah news

Q: I'd like to find an all-in-one dressage numnah with some padding underneath. However, it has to accommodate the wide bearing surface of my dressage saddle. Any ideas?

Claire Williams answers:The first... more
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