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HORSE&RIDER July 2022

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A couple of months ago, I was lucky

THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS

Piggy March No matter how hard you work

H&R’s Badminton best bits

Badminton might be over for the year but we’re still revelling in its wonderful afterglow. Does your favourite moment feature in our rundown?

Horse AND Rider hub

If you want to comment on an article in H&R or share your thoughts, then drop a line to Letters Editor Keeley Mitson

Glorious grazing

We asked you to share photos of your horse doing his fave thing – eating!

Achievement of the month

Lynsey’s horse helped her through the darkest times

Change of direction

Have you ever thought of turning your passion

Raise the bar

Sometimes the simplest changes can make the biggest

Our favourite follow

Equine photographer @ruthonthehoof shares breathtaking images of wild ponies around the country

Project WORMS launched to help tackle resistance crisis

Members of the veterinary world have joined forces

Jubilation at Royal Windsor Horse Show

Photos: Jon Stroud, Royal Windsor Horse Show, Peter

Royal stamp of approval for Great Horses for Health

Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cornwall has

Scottish vet embarks on her ride of a lifetime

On 30 April 2022 Kate McMorris and her

British Eventing takes steps to make the sport more affordable

Taking on board feedback from its members, British

British Equestrian backs Sport England’s bid to promote diversity

British Equestrian (BEF) is set to receive expertise,

Mission accomplished

Determination, hard work, and a passion for people and horses is what led to Natalie O’Rourke MBE saving Park Lane Stables. H&R shares her uplifting story

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Beat the rush

Struggling to contain your horse’s energy on your approach? Improve his rhythm and your eye for a stride with Piggy March’s go-to exercises

Lighten up

Transform your horse’s softness, lightness and balance with these five simple – but highly effective – flatwork exercises

Up in the air

With the basics firmly in place, Pippa Funnell puts Emma and Buzz to the test over some simple jumping exercises

Smooth moves

Learn how to achieve higher level dressage moves with Charlotte’s five-step guide

Fancy footwork

Ever thought about trying dressage to music? Not only is it great fun, but there are grassroots championships you can qualify for, too

School’s out

No arena? No problem. We share Bubby Upton’s favourite flatwork-boosting exercises and challenge you to improve your horse’s walk with our top tips

Can you train trust?

How would you go about helping a horse overcome his fears and phobias? Anna Haines shares some of the positive training techniques she uses

Under pressure?

How can you get back on track when life gets on top of you? Tracey Cole shares her advice to ease the burden

The power of perspective

Sometimes things don’t go as planned but the way you deal with it can make a huge difference to what happens next, says Alison Buttery

Cut to the chase

Would you know what to do if your horse got injured? Amy Clark offers advice on what to do – and what not to do – if he’s wounded

A growing trend

Discover why equine obesity is on the rise and how you can do your bit to keep your horse at a healthy weight

Always be prepared

I want to create an action plan in case of a strangles outbreak on my yard. What are the steps I should take and how should we manage the yard?

On a loop

What are the benefits of using a horse walker?

Mini me

Is a Shetland pony a suitable field companion for my 16.2hh competition horse?

Subtle signs

A livery on my yard keeps donkeys as well as horses. How does a donkey’s behaviour differ?

Agree to disagree

My farrier said something I didn’t agree with about my horse’s management, but he’s a trusted professional. Should I address it or ignore it?

And relax

My new horse loads well, but doesn’t seem very relaxed in the trailer. Is there anything I can do to help him feel more comfortable?

Get studying

I’d really like to go into equine vet nursing, but I’m worried I don’t have the grades to go to university. Are there other ways to train?

Happy hooves

My horse had a couple of foot abscesses over the winter – should I be worried that he gets them repeatedly? And is there anything I can do to prevent them?

Sedative savvy

Are there any sedatives I can give to my horse at home without a vet needing to administer them?

Making changes

I’m going to start doing cross-country with my horse over the summer. Do I need to let my insurance provider know about the change in use for my horse?

New shoes

Can I use hoof boots over metal shoes? And, if so, what would be the benefit of this?

Up or down?

What’s the benefit of using a hay manger as opposed to a haynet?

Loosen up

My horse is currently out of work, should I still do stretches with him?

Step outside

My friend watched one of my recent dressage tests and said my horse isn’t working into my outside rein on a circle. What does this mean?

On course

My horse struggles to stay straight into a fence. How can I improve this at home?

Balancing act

Are there any exercises I can try to help me rely less on my hands for balance when I ride?

End of the line

A lady on my yard always leads her horse with a lunge line – why might this be?

9 ways to enjoy downtime with your horse

Riding’s not the only way to have fun with your horse. Here are some great out-of-the-saddle ideas to help you enjoy your time together this summer

Where’s your head at?

Concussion is a hot topic in sport, but how can you spot the signs and how should you deal with it? Experts from British Equestrian reveal all

A gut feeling

Being more aware of the factors affecting your horse’s digestive health will help you keep him feeling his best, says Kate Hore

Rest, ration, recover

To the uninitiated, strip grazing can feel like lengthy field admin – but the benefits massively outweigh the time it takes to maintain, we promise!

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