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Sylvia Loch at Your Horse Live 2009: part 3

Sylvia Loch, 30 May 2010 11:53

Sylvia Loch is one of the best-known proponents of classical equitation. She tours the world teaching good, old-fashioned horsemanship, which means schooling and training using patience and expertise – not gadgets and punishment. Sylvia was kind enough to demonstrate at last year’s Your Horse Live, where she worked with an advanced dressage horse to show us how to warm up ...

In-hand showing: What to wear

Your Horse, 18 April 2010 15:49

The opinions on attire differ greatly. Some people like to be dressed in riding clothes such as:● Cream or white jodhpurs.● A white shirt, stock and pin.● A riding hat (and hairnet if you have long hair).● A show jacket.● Long leather riding boots. Others prefer to dress in smart every-day clothing, such as smart trousers or a skirt, shirt ...

Schooling: The scales of training

Malcolm Holtshausen, 11 January 2010 13:57

Schooling a horse is all about developing his natural athleticism – whatever your ultimate aims are for him. A horse’s way of going is just as important as achieving the technical requirements of dressage or jumping. Nowadays, more emphasis is being placed on this and the quality of the work produced and it’s no longer enough to simply ‘do the ...

Common Leg Problems: Curbs

Your Horse, 27 November 2009 14:56

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 ...

Common Leg Problems: Tendonitis

Your Horse, 27 November 2009 11:52

Driving a horsebox: Driver Licensing Requirements

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 ...

How to treat strangles

Gayle Hallowell, 09 September 2009 16:24

All horses should... ● Be fed good quality feed that might need to be soaked – soft hay or haylage is better than coarse feed. Some horses find it easier to be fed from a bucket at head height. ● Have access to clean, fresh water at all times. ● Be appropriately rugged. ● If they have burst abscesses, they ...

Headshaking advice: The symptoms

Harriet Linton, 06 May 2009 10:26

● Vertical headshaking - This is an up and down movement of the head in a single spasm or series. Prevalent in 85-100 per cent of headshakers. ● Rubbing - The sides of the muzzle or face are rubbed on an extended foreleg, or the end of the muzzle or side of the muzzle and face are moved backwards and ...

Alternative therapies - Crystal Therapy

Justine Thompson, 22 April 2009 10:28

What is it? The idea of using crystals as practical tools in healing is controversial, but there are plenty of people who believe in them and claim to have seen the results of their healing powers. However, as with all alternative therapies, you must consult your vet if you have concerns over your horse’s health. Crystals have a charge - ...

Towing Safely: Part 4 - Reversing with ease

Ben Wall, 10 September 2008 14:30

Towing a trailer is a cost effective solution to the problem of moving your horse without wearing out his hooves – but it’s not without its issues, complications and potential risks. Our guide tells you all you need to know. Reversing with a trailer attached is particularly tricky. Even trying to go back in a straight line will usually call ...

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