CATCH ME IF YOU CAN – WHY DO DOGS AND CATS (AND HORSES!) GET ZOOMIES?

Posted on February 25, 2026 at 2:18 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Zoomies Beagle Dog Fun Garden Outdoors Run

Most pet owners will have, at some point, experienced zoomies. We’ve all been there; settling down for a nice cup of tea, watching TV, maybe reading, you’ve got your feet up, your beloved pet calmly by your side – all is right with the world, and you are at peace. Until suddenly all hell breaks […]

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Your Story – Lauren & Polly, Horse Insurance

Posted on January 8, 2026 at 3:55 pm by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Lauren, to hear more about her horse, Polly, and what led to her having to make a claim. Background: I’ve had my own horses from being in my 20s, but I’ve been around them since being a toddler. I got Polly after seeing a post about […]

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TAKE THE HIGH ROAD – THE BEST HORSE-RIDING HOLIDAYS IN SCOTLAND

Posted on December 10, 2025 at 1:13 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Horse riding holiday in Scotland

There’s nothing like a horse-riding holiday when you want to go back to nature and escape modern life, and we’re spoilt for choice here in the UK for beautiful horse rides. But there’s something about Scotland that really lends itself to a great horse-riding holiday; you get a mix of adventure and tranquillity, rugged mountains […]

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FIVE TIPS FOR LEARNING TO RIDE A HORSE!

Posted on August 22, 2025 at 2:18 pm by The Insurance Emporium

It’s important to find a horse riding instructor you can connect with.

Horses are fantastic creatures, offering us the chance to embark on many adventures. However, learning to ride a horse can seem intimidating; there’s a lot to learn, and the consequences can be serious if a horse is handled incorrectly. That’s why here at The Insurance Emporium, we’ve put together five tips for learning to ride […]

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YOU KNOW IT MAKES HORSE SENSE – HORSE RIDING ROAD SAFETY & THE HIGHWAY CODE

Posted on July 28, 2025 at 2:49 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Whether hacking your horse on a road is your only option, or you need to use a road to get to an off-road route, safety is vital for both you and your horse, as well as other road users. There’s a common misconception that the Highway Code is just for drivers, but it applies to […]

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STRAIGHT FROM THE HORSE’S MOUTH – THE AVERAGE COST OF OWNING A HORSE

Posted on July 22, 2025 at 1:30 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Owning a horse can be an amazing experience but it’s no secret that as well as being a big commitment, they’re not the cheapest pet to own. Once you take into account the initial cost of buying one, then throw in livery, feed and vets bills, then you’re looking at quite a hefty sum. We […]

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Your Story – Anna-Beth & Harvey, Equine Insurance

Posted on June 3, 2025 at 1:24 pm by The Insurance Emporium

It’s always a joy getting the chance to catch-up with our customers, we know their hobbies are their passions: whether that’s owning a pony used for eventing, or camera equipment for a wedding photographer. Here, we caught up with Anna-Beth about her pony, Harvey. Background: Having had ponies as a child, Anna-Beth decided to share […]

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Your Story – Geoff & Franco, Horse Insurance

Posted on April 24, 2025 at 10:44 am by The Insurance Emporium

A white horse called Franco stood up

Our customer, Geoff, talks us through his recent experience with The Insurance Emporium when he had to make a claim. Background Geoff told us all about his wife’s horse, Franco, who up until recently was used for riding. Geoff’s wife describes Franco as “such a gentleman. He’s lovely and a handsome boy. He’s just like […]

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6 Common Horse Insurance Mistakes You Might Be Making

Posted on April 11, 2025 at 1:05 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Portrait of a beautiful horse standing in a wooden stall in the stable on a summer day. Stables and livestock. Farm.

People choose to take out horse insurance for several reasons, often to have cover for the unexpected. As we know, horses are naturally curious creatures and if left to their own devices can get into all sorts of mischief, which is why horse insurance can give you peace of mind. However, while we know that […]

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