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Tip of the Week: Week 2

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Alison Ritchie, 11 January 2010 17:28

Problem: My horse won’t lead back from the field – what can I do? She just digs her heels in even if I tempt her with food. Advice: This sounds like a bit of naughtiness. In circumstances like these you need to out-think your horse. Firstly – do you just bring your horse in from the field just to work? ...

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Exercise while watching TV: Arm circles

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Linda Purves, 15 December 2009 12:07

Follow this plan to improve your flexibility and muscle strength in the saddle. Try to do each exercise at least once a day – twice if there’s something good on TV! - Stand with your feet hip-width apart, making sure your knees are relaxed  - Circle your left arm as if swimming backstroke – move in a slow, controlled manner and ...

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Exercise while watching TV: Calf stretch

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Linda Purves, 15 December 2009 11:55

Follow this plan to improve your flexibility and muscle strength in the saddle. Try to do each exercise at least once a day – twice if there’s something good on TV! - Facing the living room wall (this is a good exercise for when the adverts are on), step back with your right leg, keeping the heel of your back foot ...

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TTEAM groundwork exercises: Mane and forelock

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TTEAM, 14 December 2009 16:07

Stroking and circling mane and forelock hair can help release tension around the ears, poll and neck, helping the horse relax. It encourages the horse to lengthen and lower the neck. If your horse doesn’t like being touched on the forelock, start by simply touching his forehead with the back of your hand, and go from there. How to do ...

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Common Leg Problems: Bursae

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Your Horse, 27 November 2009 15:11

See a swelling on your horse’s leg and your first reaction might be to panic - will it take ages to mend, cost me a fortune and potentially affect his future? But don’t panic. With good management, most leg problems can be prevented and early intervention from your vet will more often than not lead to successful treatment. What are ...

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Common leg problems: Splints

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Your Horse, 27 November 2009 14:32

See a swelling on your horse’s leg and your first reaction might be to panic - will it take ages to mend, cost me a fortune and potentially affect his future? But don’t panic. With good management, most leg problems can be prevented and early intervention from your vet will more often than not lead to successful treatment. What are ...

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Bandaging: Applying stable bandages

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Andrea Oakes, 19 November 2009 15:22

When it comes to your horse’s legs, it pays to be handy with a bandage. There may be a pair of boots available for almost every equestrian activity nowadays, but any riders favour the support and protection offered by leg bandages for travel and competition. And even if your horse rarely gets out and about to shows and events, you ...

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Driving a horsebox: Driver Licensing Requirements

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Harriet Linton, 06 November 2009 15:24

The following changes came into effect on 1 January under the 1997 New Drivers Act, and affect all drivers who passed their test on or after that date. Trailer TowingIf you passed your test on or after 1 January 1997 you can only drive category B vehicles; that is, any vehicle less than 3.5 tonnes in weight which has eight ...

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Clipping Advice - What you need before you start clipping

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Harriet Linton, 21 October 2009 16:16

Clipping is not just for competition horses. If you plan to work your horse over the winter months, even if it’s just a couple of times a week, you need to think about clipping him. Before you begin, you will need: ● A clean and well-groomed horse, wearing a tail bandage to keep the long hairs out of the way. ...

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Clipping Advice - The hunter/full clip

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Harriet Linton, 21 October 2009 09:48

The hunter is a variation of the full clip, but with leg and saddle patch hair. It’s good for horses who work hard but are likely to pick up thorns, knocks and cuts. Leaving the hair over the saddle patch helps keep sweat away from the skin. For a full clip, the whole coat is taken off. It can be ...

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