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Welcome
June marks the start of the summer, which
THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS
Mike Jackson Looking to improve your partnership and
Regulars
From ponies to Prada
Luxury fashion might not be at the forefront of your mind as you head to the yard, but are the two worlds really so far apart? According to fashion writer and equestrian Jordan Wake, you could be surprised
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If you want to comment on an article in H&R or share your thoughts, then drop a line to Letters Editor Bethany Searby
SUFFOLK WELDER CREATES STUNNING HORSE HEAD
A welder and artist from Suffolk has rewritten
New unaffiliated eventing series set for 2021 debut
Amateur riders can look forward to an exciting
Brexit: equestrian industry must ‘work together’
Speakers at the National Equine Forum (NEF) concluded
The Donkey Sanctuary offers vet student lockdown support
Global veterinary students have benefitted from free online
Lockdown road accidents remain high, says BHS
The British Horse Society (BHS) has revealed that
In the saddle
Build the ultimate sport horse with Mike Jackson
Want to decode the secrets of course walks and produce super-efficient rounds? Mike’s multi-purpose exercise gives you the tools you need for an accurate, effective partnership
Schooling made simple
It’s problem-solving time with dressage rider and trainer Matt Hicks, who shares his tips to help you get the best out of a tense horse
Make a handy hacker
Are and your horse looking for your next project? Why not use the arena to upskill his rideability out hacking? A little work could prove a big help next time you’re out and about
Cross-country any where
Cross-country isn’t a style competition – but working on your horse’s body, and your position, is key to success. Kevin and Emma McNab show you how
Room for squares
Does your trainer tell you to develop more engagement in your horse’s flatwork? Learn how to cultivate and spot it on the lunge with Fizz Marshall’s exercise
GO FOR A spin
Reluctant to book a lunge lesson? Don’t write it off just yet. Spencer Wilton shows you how to get the most out of a spell on a circle
Mind matters
Weight off his mind
How can you help your horse lose weight while maintaining his natural behaviours and psychological wellbeing? Anna Haines explores the options
Revamp your horsey vocab
Whether it’s how many falls it takes to become a good rider or affording your horse more motive than he could ever muster, what parts of our riding lingo could do with an update?
Ask a vet
Sound knowledge
If your horse went lame, would you know what to check for? Vet Caroline Blake explains the process
We need to talk about strangles
A little knowledge and planning can help you avoid strangles, and limit its impact if your horse is unlucky enough to catch it. Vet Nic de Brauwere explains how
Ask the experts
ASK THE EXPERTS
In association with Jane Brindley works with riders
Q & A Management know-how
Our experts Dr Courtney Miller BS BVetMed MRCVS
Q & A Mind matters
Our experts Abbie Hughes is a sports psychologist
Q & A Veterinary matters
Our experts Joe Mackinder BVSc CertEP MRCVS BAEDT
Q & A Horsey shopping
Our experts Paul Wilson is Client Services Manager
Q & A  In the saddle
Our experts Sue Chadwick is a British Eventing
Q & A In brief
Our expert Georgie Welge is a qualified saddle
Management know-how
MYTH-BUSTING: the feeding edition
There’s no shortage of feeding advice out there, but can you separate fact from fiction? Nutritionist Emma Short’s on hand to help
Get ready with H&R
Wherever you’re planning to take your horse next, get organised before you go with Horse&Rider’s stress-free pre-outing checklist
All the gear
You’ve spent endless hard-earned money on equipment for your horse, but are you confident fitting it correctly? Fizz Marshall comes to the rescue
Lines of defence
Think your yard security might need a check-up? H&R shares the main areas you should consider
Blades of glory
When it comes to your horse’s pasture, don’t settle for substandard. There are so many things you can do to improve his paddock – here are seven things to try
Horsey shopping
Gear Guide
SPRING/SUMMER 2021
DRESSED TO IMPRESS
  Stand out at your next clinic with these super-smart products
BLINGY BRIDLES
A brand new anatomical bridle to show off your horse. Which one catches your eye?
INTO THE RING
Get kitted out ready for a summer of competing with some of our favourite products
INTO THE RING
GET THE LOOK
LOVE YOUR CURVES
Look as good as you feel in the saddle with this gorgeous summer riding wear in sizes 18 and up
SHOW RING SHINE
Products to get your horse looking his best and ready for the ring
LOOK THE PART
Super-smart and stylish menswear to keep you looking your best in or out of the saddle
Fly masks
Keep your horse’s face fly-free this summer
COUNTRY CLASSICS
Stunning items that look just as good in the saddle as they do out of it – the perfect summer looks
COUNTRY CLASSICS
GET THE LOOK
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with horses
Muddy Mayhem creator Karla runs us through a hectic week of horses, child-wrangling and radiology
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