The wonder of winter

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HORSE&RIDER February 2022

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February 2022

Up to speed

Instructor Kate Welch recently swapped her cross-country colours for jockey silks as she took on a race day in the name of charity. H&R finds out how she got on

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EXPERTS DECIDE WHOSE OPINION MATTERS

The 2021 World Horse Welfare Annual Equine Conference

New career opportunities for urban riders

British Equestrian has launched a brand new initiative

Horse riding to be removed from modern pentathlon

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Lifeline given to England’s oldest breed

Researchers at Nottingham Trent University have made positive

Shortage of RDA horses continues

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Building balance and control

PART FOUR: JUMP TO IT

Balancing act

High dressage scores only come with polish, but could cutting corners be slashing your marks? Alex Hua Tian explains why the arena corners are your best friends

Time it right

Make the most of your time in the school with three exercises you can ride in 15 minutes or under

Go for gridwork

PART ONE

Young, wild and free

Give your horse the solid foundations he needs for a successful ridden career

A match made in heaven

Finding the right instructor doesn’t need to be a hassle. Daisy Smith helps you form the perfect partnership

Home, sweet home

Is your horse confined to his stable for longer during the winter months? Kayna Prescott’s on hand to help you keep him calm and healthy throughout

Forever friends

Anna Haines explains how to deepen the bond with your horse and improve your relationship – forever

Winter weight watchers

Vet Nicky Jarvis explains why winter can be a good time to help your horse shed some extra pounds and shares her seasonal tips to support healthy, sustainable weight loss

To the bone

Uncover the newest findings on how to manage navicular disease

ASK THE EXPERTS

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Management know-how

Our experts Jo Paul MCSP HCPC ACPAT A

Mind matters

Our experts Photos: Bob Atkins Angie Jones-Moore SNHS

Veterinary matters

Our experts Kayleigh Cook BVSc CertAVP MRCVS is

Horsey shopping

Our experts Hugh Daly is Managing Director of

In the saddle

Our experts Kimberley Smith is a BHS Stage

In brief

Our expert Show day What are the benefits

Foot first

What’s an ergot? AHorse&Rider answers: Some horses

Manners cost nothing

Having a mannerly horse will benefit you in all sorts of ways while handling and riding him. Mutual respect and consistency are key – here’s how to achieve them

Muscle up

Learn how the correct feeding regime can help your horse build muscle and improve his performance

Star vehicle

Is your horse transport perfect for you, or is it time to upgrade? Find out with our six-point checklist

Snow bother

The weather outside might be frightful, but your older horse will feel delightful with our top winter management tips

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A staple for preventing saddle slips – particularly at speed – could a breastplate become a pivotal part of your riding wardrobe? H&R tests a selection of the best...

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MY LIFE with horses

Chasing daylight, surprise sojourns to the muck heap and lots of exciting adventures to the world’s biggest shows – it’s all part and parcel in Tilly Berendt’s life