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Blue Cross tips on protecting your animals from firework fears

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Amanda Stevenson, 01 October 2008 12:00

The firework season seems bigger and louder every year and brings terror to many of the nation’s pets, including horses and ponies, sometimes leading to phobias and behavioural problems. With fireworks night fast approaching, The Blue Cross is offering some essential advice to help owners keep equines and small animals safe and calm over the noisy nights: • Find out if ...

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Blue Cross tips on protecting your animals from firework fears

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Amanda Stevenson, 01 October 2008 12:00

The firework season seems bigger and louder every year and brings terror to many of the nation’s pets, including horses and ponies, sometimes leading to phobias and behavioural problems. With fireworks night fast approaching, The Blue Cross is offering some essential advice to help owners keep equines and small animals safe and calm over the noisy nights: • Find out if ...

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Video: Horse camp proves a great success!

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Amanda Stevenson, 26 September 2008 12:19

This summer the BHS North West region held a bespoke Horse Camp for its Gold members. Organised in conjunction with Active Rider and subsidised by the BHS, this inaugural camp was heavily subscribed with 40 horses and riders travelling to Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre in Cheshire for a weekend of horsey fun and education. Participants enjoyed a variety of non-competitive ...

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Have you used a treeless saddle?

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Amanda Stevenson, 19 September 2008 17:20

Have you ever used a Treeless Saddle? The Your Horse team would like to hear about your experiences if you have. Do you love them or hate them? Would you use a treeless again? Have they made a difference to your horse or pony? If you are willing to share your feedback with us, please submit your comment online below or email editorial@yourhorse.co.uk, with ...

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Retraining of Racehorses receives Blue Cross Award

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Amanda Stevenson, 19 September 2008 15:45

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) welfare award 2008, sponsored by The Blue Cross, has been presented to the Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) organisation for their contributions to equine welfare in support of the re-training and re-homing of racehorses. The award, which was introduced by BEVA in conjunction with The Blue Cross animal welfare charity eight years ago, is a ...

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RSPCA says sound therapy can help prepare dogs for Bonfire Night

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Amanda Stevenson, 19 September 2008 11:16

The RSPCA is appealing to dog owners to start preparing their canine companions for Bonfire Night by using sound therapy to minimise the misery suffered by terrified animals. The number of firework-related calls received by the RSPCA’s national control centre rose to 940 in 2007 – more than double the 456 received in 1999 – with more than half of ...

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Equestrian yards urged to beware as metal theft crime increases

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Amanda Stevenson, 17 September 2008 13:08

This month a nationwide police operation has been put in place to target the epidemic of metal theft crimes that is sweeping the country. Equestrian yards are being urged to be extra vigilant when securing their premises to discourage intruders looking for high value 'scrap' metal. The high cost of energy and growing demand for metal in developing countries such as India ...

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BHS launches Coastal Access Campaign for equestrians

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Amanda Stevenson, 17 September 2008 12:47

The British Horse Society is encouraging horse riders and carriage drivers to lobby their MPs over the issue of coastal access for equestrians. Government proposals in the Marine Bill aim to create a national coastal access trail four metres wide (or more) in England, but currently excludes access for equestrians. Horse riders have access to only 22 percent of the public ...

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Mark Todd to compete on the British Eventing Circuit once more

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Amanda Stevenson, 12 September 2008 17:03

Mark Todd has decided to continue in top flight eventing following the recent 2008 Olympics. Mark, who came out of retirement at the beginning of the year in order to compete in Beijing, announced his intentions on a flying visit to the Burghley Horse Trials. Speaking in the Celebrity Talk Area after visiting the Mark Todd Collection trade stand, he ...

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Simon Laurens wins Silver and Team Gold at the 2008 Paralympics

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Amanda Stevenson, 12 September 2008 16:43

Simon Laurens, one of the UK’s top para dressage riders has won a silver medal in Freestyle Dressage and a Team Gold at the 2008 Paralympics. "The Atmosphere here is electric," says Simon. "I can’t believe I have two medals and Team GB has 10. Thanks to all who have supported me."  Earlier in the week, Simon’s horse, Ocean Diamond, failed ...

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Moulton College opens Equine Vet Practice and Therapy Centre

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Amanda Stevenson, 10 September 2008 12:46

This month, Moulton College in Northants has opened its Equine Veterinary Practice and Therapy Centre. The new £1.7m purpose-built facility is second to none in the region and will provide a ‘one-stop’ package of care for the discerning horse owner.  The centre effectively comprises three buildings in one, with an equine therapy centre, a specialist ‘large animal’ veterinary clinic and a ...

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