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Welcome
HORSE&RIDER Spring 2022
What we’ve been up to this month...
This issue, we introduce the first in our
Regulars
Big and beautiful
The UK’s landscape and industry wouldn’t be what they are without heavy horses. We celebrate these gorgeous giants’ past and present, and look ahead to their future
NOISY NEIGHBOURS
If you want to comment on an article in H&R or share your thoughts, then drop a line to Letters Editor Keeley Mitson
Frosty mornings
You shared your pics of horses looking serene, while you’re figuring out how to de-ice the water trough!
Achievement of the month
Rosie Callaghan shares how her horse, Shelegro, went from being given away as a foal to becoming an eventing superstar
Fitness first
You’ve probably heard of interval training for humans,
Stressed out?
During lockdown, we all got better at recognising
Our favourite follow
Hiding from the storm outside Because heaven blows
The road a head
With new changes to the Highway Code, road users have more guidance on how to safely pass horse riders than ever. We asked you what you thought of the latest advice
TOKYO MEDALLISTS NAMED IN NEW YEAR HONOURS LIST
After an incredible Olympic Games, Team GB’s gold
Charity celebrates record-breaking year for rehoming equines
Photos: Kit Houghton, Kai Försterling/FEI, Bildgentur Zoonar gmbh/Encierro/
Badminton is back after two-year hiatus
Badminton Horse Trials has made major changes to
Harry Hall selects 2022 charity partners
Three equine charities will benefit from donations and
France takes major steps to improve equine welfare
The French government has introduced a suite of
The legend of King Arthur
He’s on Horse&Rider’s radar for 2022, and we think he should be on yours, too – how much do you know about Piggy March’s superstar, Brookfield Inocent
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In the saddle
Prepare for take-off
If you’re a one-horse rider, it can be hard to get in enough practice over fences to see quick improvements. Sam Griffiths’ adaptable polework exercise is here to change that
Triumph in trot
Get set to impress by taking charge of your horse’s trot
From flop to tip-top
Even and plentiful muscle coverage is key to unlocking the peak of your horse’s health and potential. Building his topline is part and parcel of this, but what does it really mean and how do you achieve it?
Go for gridwork
Use our more involved gridwork layout to boost your horse’s technique and get comfortable jumping bigger fences
The long & short of it
Learn to create the perfect showjumping canter with Mark Hallion’s polework pointers
Mind matters
Meet your match
Buying a new horse is a huge decision, so how can you be sure you’re making the right choice? Daisy Smith helps combat the mental obstacles you may face during the process
Best of friends
We’ve all heard how important it is not to leave a horse by himself – but do you know why? H&R explains all
Ask a vet
A ticking time bomb?
Redwings vet Nicky Jarvis explains how taking action on worms is simple and will help us protect horses from a looming health crisis
Hard to stomach
While an often frustrating condition, understanding of gastric ulcers has improved considerably in recent years. Vet Leona Bramall tells all
Ask the experts
ASK THE EXPERTS
Sally Burton is Head of Sanctuary Care at
Management know-how
Our experts Sally Burton is Head of Sanctuary
Mind matters
Our experts Angie Jones-Moore is an advanced level
Veterinary matters
Our experts Kayleigh Cook BVSc C ertAVP MRCVS
Horsey shopping
Our expert Photos: AnnaElizabeth Photography/Groomee/Marinat197/ Shutterstock.com Hugh Daly
In the saddle
Our experts Victoria Bax is a professional eventer
In brief
Our expert Jayne Turney is an international dressage
Management know-how
Hands on
Learn some simple but effective home massage techniques that you can use on your horse to keep him feeling his best
NEXT-LEVEL long reining
So, you’ve got the hang of the basics of long-reining. What’s next? If you’d like to make the most of your groundwork, here’s how to start bringing lateral work into play
Up to standard
Get prepared for the season ahead with our guide to the latest safety standards and need-to-know rule changes
Feeding frenzy
When it comes to feeding your horse correctly, are you struggling with factors outside of your control? Laura Wilson helps you overcome any obstacles that may arise
Horsey shopping
Technical tops
Want to invest in purpose-made riding tops that really work? We put a selection to the test
Standout style
BUYER’S GUIDE COMPETITION JACKETS
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Take a look at some of our favourite horsey products
Directory
HORSEY HOMES
Imagine life in your ideal equestrian property with our selection
MY LIFE with horses
We’re not convinced there are enough hours in the day for everything part-time small animal vet Emma Wilkes fits in, but she shares exactly how she makes it work
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