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How to stop water buckets freezing: 12 top tips to help prevent this issue
When temperatures plummet, breaking ice in water buckets can be a thankless task. We investigate how to stop water buckets freezing, so that your horse always has a supply available to him… How to stop...
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The Horse & Hound Podcast 143: Emily King | When to call a qualified saddle...
On our 143rd episode of The Horse & Hound Podcast, which is supported by Equipe this month, we speak to event rider Emily King. She talks about what she’s learnt from her five-star campaign this...
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Struggling with mud fever? Here’s what you need to know to tackle it...
British winter weather means that whether your horses are living out 24/7, or just being turned out for a few hours a day, their feet and hooves will become waterlogged in the inevitable wet and mud,...
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Time to roll up your sleeves – jobs you need to do during January
We don’t mean to nag, but here are a few chores that, in an ideal world, you’ll put on your to-do list for this month...1. Clip your horse, then service your clippers It is said: “Clipping a horse in...
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How much does a horse really cost a month? H&H does the maths...
When considering how much it costs to own a horse, it’s important to realise that the ongoing care costs will go way beyond the initial outlay associated with buying a horse. These costs are ongoing...
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7 reasons to love winter (plus a few reasons not to!)
With many of us struggling with the winter weather, H&H shares some reminders of why owning horses during the winter is great We love winter because… 1. It’s an ideal time to focus on training or...
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Riding on snow: is it safe?
We may have hoped that spring was just around the corner, but some of us in the UK, we have recently found ourselves having to negotiate snowy weather, so H&H investigates whether it’s safe to ride...
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When should you clip your horse for the final time to ensure a gleaming...
Clipping – and particularly the timing of the final clip of the season – is a subject which always generates a healthy debate. H&H asked grooms, producers and owners when – or if – the clippers get...
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Five ways to improve your horse’s stable environment today
Providing the best stable environment for your horse is high on any owner’s list of priorities. While many of us would opt for extensive and unrestricted turnout for our equine friends given the...
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Emma Massingale shares her best tips to bond with your horse – and they...
It’s something we’re sure every horse owner wants — a true bond with your horse. Nothing is more rewarding than hearing a whinnied greeting from your four-legged favourite, or have him approach you in...
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