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Welcome

to the June 2024 issue

What we've been up to this month...

I’ve loved revisiting my day with Team March

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HORSE WORLD

Science

HORSE WORLD

The hub

Want to comment on an H&R article or share your thoughts? Drop a line to Letters Editor Megan Xavier-Witherington

TRAILBLAZERS

In this occasional series, we look at new things to try with your horse

PERFECT PRIZES!

£1,266 WORTH OF PRIZES TO BE WON!

Total position guide

Part 3: contact

Eventing success

PART FOUR: STEPPING UP

Line them up

For more of a challenge, adapt Jay Buxton’s third set of gridwork exercises to your level of training

6 secrets to learning a dressage test

Do you ever struggle to remember your dressage tests? If so, we’re here to help

Time to shine

Want to get your horse looking show ring ready? Showing expert Danielle Heath reveals her top turnout secrets

Flying solo

If your horse is unaccustomed to hacking alone, Dr Debbie Marsden has the answers for building his confidence

Expect the unexpected

Alison Buttery helps you deal with sudden challenges to boost your confidence and bond with your horse

Wrap it up

Fitting a hoof poultice can be a tricky business, so follow our guide to get to grips with this procedure for good

Back support

Vet David Rutherford looks at sacroiliac disease, what it means for your horse and how it’s treated

Q & A

ASK THE EXPERTS

Spray away

Management know-how

Get it taped

How can I tell if I have my weigh tape in the right place when using it?

Energy boost

My good-doer lacks energy and stamina. What type of feed is best?

Happy hacking

Mind matters

Settle down

My horse becomes anxious when we go out training or to shows. How can I help him settle?

Time together

My horse can’t be ridden. How can we enjoy each other’s company?

Positive outcome

Veterinary matters

Breathe easy

Can horses get asthma in the summer?

Lazy mare

Could my mare’s oestrous cycle be making her lazy in the summer?

Shaped to fit

Horsey shopping

Spot the difference

What is the difference between equestrian and agricultural land?

Appropriate care

How should I store my riding hat?

Lean on me

In the saddle

Fanned out

Could you recommend a simple pole exercise to help my horse engage his hindquarters?

Go with the flow

How can I ride a more rhythmical and consistent round when showjumping?

If the shoe fits

Why does my horse keep losing shoes?

Going grey

Why are grey horses born a different colour?

Fuelled for success

Eating well is important on competition day if you’re to perform at your best, says nutritionist Emily Morey

MANAGEMENT 101: young horses

Part two: Building and refining groundwork skills

The dynamics of digestion

Managing your horse’s spring dietary changes to reduce gut impact needn’t be difficult, says Kate Hore

Freedom rider

We talk to Yorkshire-based liberty trainer and stunt rider Ben Atkinson to find out more about this impressive branch of equestrianism

A lending hand

There are many ways you can help equines in need, so why not start today?

Summer loving

Protect your horse’s wellbeing this summer with our plan to keeping him sound and healthy

Fly control

Lotions to help keep the flies at bay this summer

Facing up to flies

Tackle pesky flying insects with our selection of masks

Beat the bugs

Keep your horse fully protected while in the field

My life with horses

KARLA DEIR MARTIN

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