Hat fitting under the ‘new normal’
Are you in need of an upgrade post-lockdown? Join Kathryn for her step-by-step guide to safe hat fitting following the Covid-19 pandemic to ensure you can continue having fun in the saddle Read Article
Stay safe over fences
Whether you’re a jumping afficionado or new to leaving the ground, there’s never any harm in a quick reminder of how to stay safe over fences – find out how with H&R Read Article
Happy handling
Ensuring your horse is as polite on the ground as he is under saddle is essential to not only a good working relationship, but also to keeping you and your horse safe Read Article
Navicular
Navicular disease has caused many horse owners heartache over the years, but vets have discovered that it may not be all it seems. Vet Lucy Meehan, from Langford Vets, explains Read Article
Understanding equine respiratory disease
Are you keen to learn more about equine asthma syndrome and respiratory disease? Look no further than this handy guide to identifying and managing respiratory conditions Read Article
Getting to the bottom of MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, is an incredibly useful diagnostic tool that, following many years of successful use in human medicine, is also available to vets for use in equine medicine. Find out how MRI could help your horse should the worst happen… Read Article
Rugging
Does the thought of organising your horse’s winter wardrobe send a shiver down your spine? It might be time to tailor your rugging system with some bespoke solutions to real-life quandaries Read Article
Riding high – top tips for saddle success
Want to take great care of your gear? Look no further than Abbey England’s top tips to saddle success Saddles ... Read Article
The perfect match
Are you wondering how you can adjust your horse’s diet to better match his workload? A common problem, particularly as we head into winter, Baileys Horse Feeds is on hand to help Read Article
Hypnotherapy for horse riders
Are you suffering from a crisis of confidence with your horse or struggling to cope after an accident? Hypnotherapy could be the answer Read Article
Goal setting
Setting horsey goals to achieve is fun and motivating, but sometimes outlining something you’re keen to accomplish can bring a ... Read Article
19 ways to stay motivated this winter
When it’s dark, wet and cold, spending time at the yard can feel more of an obligation than a pleasure. Here are H&R’s tips for making winter work for you Read Article
How to advertise your horse
Looking to share, loan or sell your horse, but don’t know where to start? There’s a lot you can do to help find the right partner to continue his journey and make the process as smooth as possible Read Article
How to check your horse’s family tree
Ever wondered if your horse’s past contains any hidden gems? H&R has some top tips for unearthing his family tree Read Article
What to look for when buying a horse
If you’re looking to buy a new horse, finding the perfect partner is essential. Vet Laura Quiney, from the Animal Health Trust, explains how to make sure he’s fit for the job Read Article
Why do I need to insure my Horse?
Are you comfortable you can afford the ££££'s to treat something as simple as a cut or as serious as an episode of colic? Liability cover is also essential, which protects you should anyone be injured or property damaged by your horse and you are at fault. Check with where you keep or ride your horse as they may insist on a certain level of liability cover. Your horse may be one of the most expensive purchases you make, but they are well worth protecting. The peace of mind of knowing you will have the financial support should the unthinkable happen is priceless Read Article
Confused by insurance?
Insurance needs to be tailored to your specific needs. Find out what cover you might need from Carriagehouse Insurance's Fiona Gordon-Clarke Read Article
Make sense of insurance excess
The excess you choose depends on your budget and why you are buying insurance, says Guy Prest of KBIS British Equestrian Insurance Read Article
