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Study questions effect of rider weight on horse welfare

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Katy Islip, 28 March 2013 09:51

Research into how rider weight affects equine welfare and performance has shown one third of recreational riders could be too heavy for their horse, risking behavioural and welfare problems.A team from Duchy College, Cornwall, studied 50 adult riders from Devon and Cornwall, applying a suggested ‘ideal’ rider weight of 10% of their horse's weight, with up to 15% classed as ...

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Study questions effect of rider weight on horse welfare

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Katy Islip, 28 March 2013 09:51

Research into how rider weight affects equine welfare and performance has shown one third of recreational riders could be too heavy for their horse, risking behavioural and welfare problems.A team from Duchy College, Cornwall, studied 50 adult riders from Devon and Cornwall, applying a suggested ‘ideal’ rider weight of 10% of their horse's weight, with up to 15% classed as ...

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Legendary grey Lenamore is retired from eventing aged 20

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Katy Islip, 27 March 2013 16:23

Much-loved and hugely successful event horse Lenamore has been retired from competition aged 20.The diminutive grey, who stands just 15.3hh, has enjoyed a long career with highlights including representing New Zealand at the 2006 World Equestrian Games and both the Hong Kong and London Olympics with rider Caroline Powell.The pair brought home a bronze team medal from the latter, and ...

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Calling all event riders

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Allison Lowther, 22 March 2013 10:29

Anyone who has evented a fit, keen horse knows all about warming up for the dressage phase, with unwanted leaps, spooks and the odd big buck for good measure can really test your stickability even when you’re riding in a deep seated dressage saddle. The team at Sue Carson Saddles want to try and solve this problem and are asking ...

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Ponies rescued from horrific conditions echoing Amersham horror

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Katy Islip, 22 February 2013 15:08

Charities have stepped in to offer a safe new home and urgent veterinary treatment to 34 neglected horse and ponies found in conditions likened to 2008's infamous Amersham rescue.The animals were rescued from two sites in Caerphilly, south Wales, and 26 have travelled to Norfolk for care and rehabilitation after being taken in by Redwings Horse Sanctuary. Four others were taken to ...

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Carl and Charlotte on Horse & Country TV

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Allison Lowther, 31 December 2012 14:00

If you're missing your favaourite dressage duo - don't worry you can see them in January in a new one-off programme on Horse & Country TV (Sky channel 280).  This new one-hour documentary about our very own Olympic gold medallists, Carl Hester and Charlotte Dujardin will premiere on Thursday 17th January at 8pm. Carl and Charlotte: Golden Year looks back over ...

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Think Like a Pony to understand your equine

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Katy Islip, 01 November 2012 11:56

If you’ve ever wondered exactly what’s going on in your horse’s head, a series of practical workbooks could hold the answer. The Think Like a Pony series, by Lynn Henry, helps readers to understand how equines think, why they behave the way they do and what is important to them. This information then helps people understand how a pony can ...

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Grab a bargain fleece rug with Horse 'Deals’ of the Week

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Anonymous, 18 September 2012 13:41

Don’t miss our latest best buy, just in time for those chilly autumn nights!This week’s Horse Deals of the Week sees massive savings on these versatile, machine washable summer fleece rugs, which are ideal for travelling, after exercise or for use as an under rug. These smart must-have fleeces, available in blue in sizes 5ft - 7ft, are on offer for ...

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Olympic star Charlotte Dujardin shares her top competition turnout tips

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Anonymous, 23 August 2012 11:56

Olympic double gold medallist Charlotte Dujardin has praised her grooming products for making her equine partner Valegro shine even brighter in the ring.The pair, who scooped both team and individual gold at the London Games, use lotions and potions from the Supreme Products Professional Collection.Charlotte says: “Originally coming from a showing background, turnout is really important to me and I ...

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Understanding worming

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Allison Lowther, 23 April 2012 14:22

Worming your horse can often be confusing - knowing what to worm when and how often are common queries. Pfizer Animal Health, manufacturer of the market leading equine wormers EQUEST & EQUEST PRAMOX, has unveiled a brand new website www.wormingyourhorse.info, to help. This website aims to make it easier for us to understand and follow the most up-to-date principles of sustainable ...

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Walk Badminton xc with Mary King

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Allison Lowther, 20 April 2012 14:52

If you fancy walking the cross country course at Badminton Horse Trials with Olympic event rider Mary King and doing your bit for charity at the same time this is the event for you. Here's your chance to learn from one of our best event riders - an opportunity not to miss especially with the Olympics coming up later this year. You ...

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