Have a go at side-saddle
Elegant and skilled, but also really hard and a bit scary? Side saddle is as alluring as it is intimidating, but it’s great fun, as Jennifer Blockley found out Read Article
Showing success
Fancy having a go at showing this season? Professional producer Louise Bell is here to help you achieve your best Read Article
Winter training
Stuck for ideas when schooling on winter evenings? Horse&Rider comes to the rescue with four fun, quick exercises from top trainers to improve your horse’s way of going and your riding, too Read Article
The rise of the superbug
Threatening the health of our horses as well as our own, resistance to antimicrobial drugs is on the increase. Vet Laura Quiney, from the Animal Health Trust, explains how you can help preserve the use of these lifesaving medicines Read Article
How a wound heals
Horses tend to be accident-prone, which means that dealing with wounds is part and parcel of being a horse owner. Vet Sally Hodgson, from Hook Norton Veterinary Group, explains how wounds repair and how you can help the process 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
Feeding a horse on box rest
Box rest can be challenging for horses and owners alike. Joanna Palmer, Nutritionist at Allen & Page, explains how to help your horse cope while continuing to meet his nutritional needs Read Article
Careers with horses
Thinking of a change of career? Check out some of the rewarding jobs you can do that have a connection with horses 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
Control your nerves
Human Performance Coach, John Haime, explains how to control your nerves and boost your confidence Read Article
Is your horse stressed?
Equine stress – what does it mean, how do you recognise it and what should you do about it? Behaviourist, Anna Saillet, investigates Read Article
Frustrating habits
Do you find some of your horse’s habits frustrating at times? H&R reveals why he might be behaving this way 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
