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Feeling fearful

What is fear? How can you recognise when your horse is scared? And what does this mean for understanding his behaviour? Anna Haines is here to help

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EDITORIAL
Welcome
HORSE & RIDER May 2021 
HORSE & RIDER
THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS
Spencer Wilton As you move up the dressage
Tackling the tough stuff
Mollie Summerland has firmly established herself as one of eventing’s brightest young stars – and along the way, she’s become a beacon of mental health advocacy for fellow riders
Regulars
Here for the long ride
UK riding schools have encountered their toughest year yet, with many facing change and even closure. Out of the strife, however, has come overwhelming public support – showing that riding centres as still much-loved community assets
News
UK RIDING RELAY SET TO SHINE A LIGHT ON GOOD CAUSES
A new charity initiative is gaining momentum after
Strangles Awareness week back for another year
From 3–9 May 2021, charities and equestrian groups
Rider calls for education after collision
Lancashire rider Charlotte Mulvey, 24, was leading her
Feed a horse, break the law say police
Cotswolds Police took to Twitter to remind the
Grumpiness in the stable affects ridden behaviour, study finds
French scientists have discovered a link between poor
In the saddle
Build the ultimate sport horse with Mike Jackson
PART TWO: LEARN TO TURN
Schooling   made simple
part two
Just add energy
A horse lacking enthusiasm is many a rider’s greatest frustration. However, with H&R’s top tips, we’ll help put some pep in his step
ALL THE gear
Is your canter a little one-note? Establishing gears will unlock next-level flatwork and help boost your scores. Dressage supremo Spencer Wilton shows you how
Cross-country any where
Part one: the circle of life
17 reasons  we love spring
The clocks have gone back and we’ve traded an hour’s sleep for sixty precious minutes of daylight
Mind matters
ONLINE
Connecting with friends and family online has never felt more important – but social media can be both a blessing and a curse. Here are 10 ways to ensure your digital habits are always boosting your mood
Ask a vet
ALL IN THE mind
Knowing the signs of a nervous system disorder can mean the difference between a positive or poor prognosis. Let’s take a closer look
laminitis
Laminitis. A word to strike fear into any horse owner and while it may be a disease that many of us have heard of, there’s considerable misunderstanding around it
Ask the experts
Q & A  Management know-how
Our experts Dr Sebastian Donker DVM is the
Q & A Mind matters
Our experts Photos: Bob Atkins, Steve Bardens Felicity
Q & A Veterinary matters
Our experts Dr Polly Vogel BSc (Hons) BVSc
Q & A Horsey shopping
Our experts Georgie Strang is a Shires Equestrian
Q & A In the saddle
Our experts Dan Greenwood is an international dressage
Q & A In brief
Our expert Caroline Heard won The Haddon Training
Management know-how
Pre-season prep
The competition season’s almost here. Follow Fizz’s plan to give your horse an MOT and get set for success
Management know-how
Behind enemy lines
With balmy days ahead, it’s time to prepare for invasion – and we’ve got fly-busting tips to fortify any horse’s living quarters. From stable to field, ensure he’s armed and on the path to victory over his winged adversaries
Skin in the game
Is a smear of mud the closest you’ve come to a facial? Then it might be time to take charge of your skincare regime – with minimal fuss and maximum results
All set, no jet
Whether you want a budget break or are ready to splash the cash on a luxury UK getaway, we’ve got the staycation for you
Horsey shopping
Tack cleaners
Your one-stop shop for shining saddles and brilliant bridles
Keeping cool
BUYER’S GUIDE POST-COMPETITION CARE
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