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Riding and road safety

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It is well known that our roads are getting busier and busier, making riding horses on the road more and more dangerous. Horse riders have as …

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Pre-purchase examinations

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Once you have made the decision to buy a horse, it is advisable to identify a vet that can carry out a pre-purchase examination of the horse. …

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Pasture management

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Regular pasture management ensures your horse’s grazing remains in good nutritional …

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Insurance – do I need it?

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Horse and pony ownership is a costly business and carries with it a weight of responsibility, whether your involvement is purely pleasure, is …

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Fitting a saddle – why it’s so important

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It is not easy for a horse owner, who has not been specifically trained, to make sure that his or her horse’s saddle fits properly or to …

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Exercise – keeping your horse fit and happy

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Routine exercise is very important for you and your horse. General exercise and mental stimulation helps to keep you and your horse fit and happy. …

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Examining a horse at an auction

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When a pre-purchase examination cannot be performed by a qualified equine vet, following these …

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Essential equine management

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Day-to-day management of your horse is very important. There are many factors that horse owners …

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Clipping your horse

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Before you think about clipping your horse you need to establish why and ultimately what sort of clip you need to give your horse. Clipping ensures …

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Buying a horse

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Owning a horse is a big responsibility that requires great commitment, time and money. Before buying a horse or pony you need to make sure you …

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