House votes to make soring a thing of the PAST
The US House of Representatives has approved a bill that could put an end to the Big Lick and the practice of soring – for real this time.
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Dressage for Jumping – Part 3
Dressage principles can help you and your horse excel in any jumping discipline. Here are just some of the ways in which all that flatwork pays off!
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Dressage for Jumping – Part 1
Dressage basics are important for any jumping discipline. Here are a few ways in which exercises on the flat can help your horse perform better over fences.
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The Rider Weight Debate: What can the latest research tell us?
Rider size often comes up in discussion and debate but there isn’t much conclusive research on the topic. A recent pilot study may promise future insights.
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Do we have a double standard for assessing rider weight?
Rider weight is a horse welfare concern but sometimes we are too quick to conclude who is and who isn’t too heavy from appearance alone.
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Horse weight calculator
Use this calculator to work out your horse’s weight. User friendly, easy to understand and backed up by the latest research.
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Calculator: How much weight can my horse carry?
Use this calculator to work out your horse’s weight carrying ability. User friendly, easy to understand and backed up by the latest research.
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Calculator: Which horses can carry me comfortably?
Use this calculator to work out what size horse is suitable for different sized riders. User friendly, easy to understand and backed up by the latest research.
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Know your equipment
Understanding your equipment is a big part of becoming an accomplished horse person. Do you know how all your equipment works and what it does?
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Calm down people! No need to panic yet over Big Lick regulation
A couple of weeks ago I wrote about the end of the Big Lick thanks to changes announced by the
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Am I too big for my horse?
Do you worry that you might be too big for your horse? Find out about your horse’s weight carrying ability and the science behind it.
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The End of the Big Lick
Some excellent news from across the pond yesterday: ‘the Big Lick” is on its way out! For those who are
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