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HORSE&RIDER January 2022

What we’ve been up to this month...

It might be the middle of winter, but

THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS

Alex Hua Tian Want to learn the secret

All things ice

Discover the equestrian sports that are kept exclusively for winter weather

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 Kiera Boyle

Mix and match

We asked to see some of your best matchy-matchy outfits

There for you

Is there someone at your yard who always

All the greats

If you want to create an athletic horse

Our favourite follow

Emily’s beautifully candid Insta grid shows the highs

CHARLOTTE’S POCKET-SIZED PUMPKIN STARTS A NEW CHAPTER

Dressage rider Charlotte Dujardin has parted with her

QUEEN SADDENED AS BELOVED HORSE PUT TO REST

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DONKEYS OVERCOME HAZARDOUS SITUATION

Two donkeys rescued from highly dangerous conditions are

London riding school takes steps to secure its base

After a turbulent year facing threat of permanent

IGNORANCE DEEMED BIGGEST THREAT TO EQUINE WELFARE, SURVEY FINDS

Dr. David Marlin has spoken out against the

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A marathon operation

Grand Prix dressage rider, Alice Oppenheimer, shares how she juggled running and riding while training for the London Marathon

Jump in style

Developing your horse’s style, focus and braveness will make your jumping rounds look – and feel – effortless. Alex Hua Tian shares the exercise that’ll get you there

The great outsider

Everyone talks about the outside rein, but what does it really mean, and why do you need to use it?

NEW YEAR, new you

Make it your new year’s resolution to become a better rider

Building balance and control

PART THREE: OFF-GRID

CUT THE tension

Is your horse always on red alert and quick to spook? Learn how to ease tension with Anna Miller

Right on target

Learn the best techniques for setting and achieving your goals

What’s on your mind?

Emma Hutchinson explains how horses can teach you valuable lessons about your mental health – and ways you can give it a boost

Learn your lesson

Every time you interact with your horse, you’re teaching him something new. But is there a way to make sure they’re lessons worth learning?

In the running

On the fence about ex-racehorses? Vet Kathy Duncan exposes some of the myths that surround the breed’s long-term health

Vet, set, go

You’ve found the dream horse and are ready to add him to your stable – but first comes the vetting. Sally Hodgson looks at how vets put a potential purchase through his paces

Management know-how

Our experts Kate Hore RNutr (Animal) is Senior

Mind matters

Our experts Ben Hart is a horse behaviour

Veterinary matters

Our experts Sam Cutts MA VetMB MRCVS is

Horsey shopping

Our experts Aaron Glen is an equine policy

In the saddle

Our experts Victoria Bax is a professional eventer

In brief

Our expert Sally Andrews is a List 2

Breeze through box rest

Fizz Marshall helps you find your way through your horse’s recovery, keeping him happy and healthy in the process

The right choice

With so many equine practitioners available, how can you decide who’s right for your horse?

A year in the life

Plan your horse’s calendar to keep his health in check for the year ahead

Play it safe

Find out how the correct equipment can help keep you safer in the saddle

Lighten up

Find out why high-vis is such a key component of your winter riding wardrobe, plus our pick of products to help

Mane and tail detanglers

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This month we Love…

Take a look at some of our favourite horsey products

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HORSEY HOMES

Imagine life in your ideal equestrian property with our selection

with horses

Find out how Holly balances work as an equine vet with her six horses and busy competition schedule