Square up with Sandy Phillips
In the final part of our series, dressage rider and judge Sandy Phillips shows you how to get the best out of your horse using her ‘secret weapon’ exercise Read Article
Accuracy masterclass with Sandy Phillips
Dressage rider and judge Sandy Phillips helps you ace your horse’s geometry lessons Read Article
Road safety
From equipping you and your horse with the skills to safely and courteously ride on the road, to upskilling friends, family, colleagues and neighbours to pass horses with more care, join our campaign for considerate road sharing Read Article
Colic
Colic can affect any horse at any time and it can be life-threatening. Vet Imogen Burrows, from Cliffe Equine Clinic, explains what signs to look for and what to do when it strikes Read Article
Atypical myopathy
When atypical myopathy strikes, the consequences are usually devastating. Dr Richard Newton, from the Animal Health Trust, explains how you can protect your horse against this deadly disease Read Article
Your horse’s respiratory system
Your horse’s respiratory system is a complex, delicate piece of equipment that’s vital for his survival, as vet Jamie Prutton, from Liphook Equine Hospital, explains Read Article
Winter Feeding
The challenges of winter can sometimes mean rethinking how you feed your horse. H&R’s panel of experts solve some common problems Read Article
Clipping fears
Envious of your friends with their super-smart clipped horses when yours is a nervous wreck – or worse – at the sight of a pair of clippers? Anna Saillet’s here to help Read Article
The real cost of a horse
Thinking about whether you can afford a horse or want to save money on your current costs? We’ve looked into four different types of livery to see how big a hole horses burn in our wallets Read Article
Clipping fears
Envious of your friends with their super-smart clipped horses when yours is a nervous wreck – or worse – at the sight of a pair of clippers? Anna Saillet’s here to help Read Article
Choose the right trainer
Riding is a constant learning curve and at some point we all reach out for the support of a trainer. But how do you go about choosing the right one for you? Horse&Rider investigates Read Article
Take the stress out of travelling
Does loading your horse often turn into a battle of wills? Anna Saillet helps take the stress out of travelling Read Article
Create the perfect partnership with your new horse
The key to making things work with a new horse is to take it slowly and get to know each other well Read Article
10 tips to live by when buying a horse
After some eye-opening experiences, Grand Prix dressage rider Anna Ross shares the strategies she uses to help her when buying a horse Read Article
Five things to consider before letting someone ride or share your horse
Too busy to ride as much as you’d like? Having a sharer can be a great way to ensure your horse has regular exercise and, with most sharers willing to muck in on the stable duties and provide a financial contribution, they can really help relieve some of the pressures of being a horse owner. To find the right sharer for you and your horse, it’s important to consider the following… 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
