Shock factor

Welcome to August 2023 issue

Everyone has a favourite horsey event, and for

THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS

Alison Buttery When it comes to horsey ambitions,

What we’ve been up to this month…

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Little wins

It makes me happy when...

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On the ball

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The hub

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Bring on Burghley

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DREAM HORSEY HOMES

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Flatwork fixes

TO BOOST YOUR SCORES

My life with horses

Jackie is a keen endurance rider and GP in Hampshire, working long hours while also looking after her horses

Keep it simple

A cross-pole and a grid of bounces is enough to give any horse a good workout, says eventer Tom McEwen

Work from home

Put in the groundwork and start to aim high with our six-step guide to being competition ready

7 secretsto spook-free hacking

Teach your horse to deal with anything he might encounter out hacking and enjoy a more relaxed ride

Steal the show

SHOWING SECRETS: PART ONE

A-Z of showjumping

Get to grips with commonly used showjumping terms and what they really mean. Our alphabetical guide is here to help

Mind your manners

Make your life easier by creating a well-mannered horse. Follow our simple steps to success

Dare to dream

When drawing up your horsey bucket list, the only limit is your imagination, as Alison Buttery explains

Essential first aid

Are you all set to deal with an equine first aid situation? Vet Georgie Hodson explains what you need and how to use it

The trouble with tendons

Tendon injuries are a common cause of lameness. Vet Gemma Sherlock advises on spotting, treating and preventing them in your horse

ASK THE EXPERTS

Q&A

Welcome

Our expert

Keeping mobile

My horse has arthritis. Can he benefit from a session with an equine physiotherapist?

Buzz off

Do zebra-patterned fly rugs really make a difference or are they just another gimmick on the market to get horse owners to spend more money?

Banish your nerves

Our experts

Nice to meet you

Why do horses like to sniff other horses’ droppings?

Out in the open

How can I build confidence riding in open spaces?

Remain calm

Our experts

Hard stuff

What level of work can a horse do on hard ground?

On the look out

What are the symptoms of Cushing’s?

It pays to know

How do I work out the payload of my horsebox?

Stand out

What standard of high-vis should I look for?

Taking off

Our experts

Take the lunge

How can I tell if I am using a lungeing aid correctly?

Standing square

How can I achieve a square halt?

First time for everything

Our experts

Double up

I compete at Elementary dressage. Should I start riding in a double bridle?

The little things in life

It’s not only children who ride ponies. We find out more about the adults who prefer equines in smaller packages

Going overboard

Try these in-hand routines to maintain a healthy body for your horse, from veterinary physiotherapist Harriett Wareham

Six summer feeding essentials

Look after your horse’s dietary needs this summer and help him stay happy and healthy

A change of direction

If you’re considering a new career, a job involving horses means you can earn while doing what you love

Application approved

Kirsty Castle explains how to successfully navigate the complex planning process needed for your equestrian building project

Fancy feet

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