The highly contagious upper respiratory tract infection “strangles” is known to affect horses, donkeys, and ponies. It is unpleasant for both the horse suffering from it and the stable trying to contain it. One of the most common equine diseases, The British Horse Society estimates that there are approximately 600 strangles outbreaks in the UK each year.  […]

Heading out on an adventure atop your trusty steed can be the most magical part of owning a horse. The freedom experienced on horseback and the connection with the animal can be hard to beat for horse owners and riders. Whether you’re a hobbyist hacker or a serious showjumper the equestrian world sometimes moves at […]

Tapeworms are pesky creatures that can get into horses’ digestive systems. There are 3 different species of tapeworm that can be found in horses. Anoplocephala perfoliata is the most common in the UK, which are flat segmented worms that can be up to 8cm long. Your horse’s health is very important to us at The […]

When you’re a horse owner, it’s handy to be prepared for all sorts of eventualities. One of the things that we often need to be aware of, in the UK, is flooding. At this time of year, the risk of flooding is much higher and it can really put a dampener on your horse’s magical […]

It might be getting colder outside but it’s worth letting your horse out to enjoy some magical adventures. Perhaps you’ll let it gallop around the fields or you’ll go hacking to give it some exercise. However, when it gets cold enough, it’s worth putting a rug on your horse to keep it comfortable and warm. […]

As the weather gets colder, you might feel like you need to hang up your horse riding gear for the winter if you haven’t got an indoor riding school nearby. Yet, with a bit of extra care, you can make riding a year-round hobby. It will also benefit your horse to keep on getting regular […]

Sunday 29th October 2017 is a date that many people will be dreading even if they’re not fully aware of it. Autumn will be in full swing by that point. The trees will be bare, the leaves on the ground and it won’t be long until the whiff of fireworks is in the nostrils and […]

With the leaves turning red and the air feeling a little bit cooler, autumn is a magical time to go on a riding adventure with your horse. However, there are some aspects of this season you should be aware of, and one of these is the rise in the risk of sycamore poisoning in horses. […]

Five Autumn Horse Care Tips Few hobbies are better for getting you out and enjoying adventures in the great outdoors than horse riding. There you are, sat peacefully atop your majestic steed as you leisurely trot through the countryside – bliss! However, while horse riding itself may be better in certain conditions, owning a horse […]

Why you should consider commuting on your bike Cycling to work isn’t a new thing. For years now, commuters across the country have seen the benefit of getting out of their car and embarking on an exciting cycle adventure. In recent years however, we’ve seen a spike in this trend. In 2011, it was estimated […]