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HORSE&RIDER December 2020

Everyone’s favourite pony

There’s not a single horse person whose heart isn’t brimming with love for the Thelwell pony. But who was the man behind the iconic equine?

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Get set for winter competitions

The competition season doesn’t have to be over yet! If you’re not ready to hang up your bridle numbers, why not try these winter series?

WIN A LESSON WITH LISSA GREEN AND A NEW COMPETITION OUTFIT FROM CAVALLO

• lesson with international eventer Lissa Green

Counting her blessings

She may get knocked down, but Nicola Wilson always gets back up again. H&R visits eventing’s most positive rider to find out the secret to the pursuit of happiness

PERFECT PRIZES!

£1,433 WORTH OF PRIZES TO BE WON!

with horses

Eventer Lydia shares a week in her life, from part-time office work to competing and producing event horses

Getting technical with Gemma Tattersall

Eventing from the safety of an arena won’t make the questions you’re asked any less complex. This month, Gemma helps you get your head around the more technical elements

Unlock the perfect cante

Struggling to develop a rhythmical, balanced canter with adjustability? Tina Fletcher’s tips are the perfect antidote to pace problems

No course? No problem

If your yard’s showjump supply is coming up short, H&R shares our fave exercises with four poles or fewer

A solid foundation

Competitive jumping rounds and plans to move up the levels are all well and good - but if you struggle with a swinging, unstable lower leg, staying in balance might be your biggest goal right now. Our experts help you find security in the saddle

The stirrupless seven

Do you want to add some work without stirrups to your riding routine? Get it right with H&R

The comfort zone

You’ve aced your warm-up and sailed through a schooling session that’s left you and your horse feeling great - but now what? Suzannah Povey-White explains why the cool down period should be just as focused

MEET HIS NEEDS

Saracen Nutritionist, Lizzie Drury, explains the benefits of feeding a balancer to keep your horse looking and feeling his very best

Rider health: Part 1: back to basics

Find out how improving the connection between your mind and body could revolutionise your riding

Horsey myth busting

They’ve lingered in equestrian circles since what feels like the dawn of time, but what’s the truth behind some of these behaviour myths? Equine Behaviourist Anna Haines reveals all

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An act of nod

Headshaking is common in horses but identifying the root cause can be tricky. Veronica Roberts uncovers all, and highlights when a reaction manifests into a problem

Hand in hand

Respiratory health plays a huge role in your horse’s performance, so it’s important to support it. Here’s how

He’s just not quite right…

It can be diffcult to judge if your horse is struggling, but identifying key behaviours can help highlight if there’s an issue. Dr Sue Dyson explains what to be aware of

Management know-how

I’m looking to buy my horse a lick for his field but

Mind matters

After competing in my first Prelim test I felt really

Veterinary matters

I’ve heard that the microchipping laws have changed

Horsey shopping

I’m looking to buy a new horse and have found one I

In the saddle

My horse tends to run on and a friend recommended poles

Autumn make-over

Clipping may not be for you, but that doesn’t mean your horse can’t still look smart. Check out our guide to getting your horse salon-ready - mountains of hair or not

Old but GOLD

They’ve given us years of joy, so we owe our veteran horses diligent, considered and specialist management. Equine nutritionist Clare Barfoot walks you through feeding for optimum health

Taking good care

A stitch in time saves nine, but how does this translate to your tack? Join Fizz as she shares all

Duty of care

While we all want what’s best for our horses, every owner has a different approach to winter care. For a bit of fun, which of these sounds most familiar?

Winter woollies

Does the thought of organising your horse’s winter wardrobe send a shiver down your spine? It might be time to tailor your rugging system with some bespoke solutions to real-life quandaries

Take a breath

Follow H&R’s 10 top tips to keeping your horse’s respiratory system as healthy as can be this winter

Season’s greetings

Spread your merry wishes and brighten up someone’s festive season with sending cards guaranteed to help equines in need

Christmas gifts

Find the perfect gift this Christmas from H&R’s selection of this year’s favourites

Waterproof exercise sheets

Keep him cosy and dry - whatever the weather

Feeding for condition

With so many options on the market, are you overwhelmed by the choices? We’ve rounded up a variety formulated to add condition and fit an array of individual needs

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