
Posted: 19/02/2014
Veterinary Thermal Imaging (VTI) is delighted to announce that Maddi Burchell has joined VTI, and will be based in the county of Kent. Maddi has an impressive list of equestrian and canine accolades that she brings to VTI. Not only is Maddi a BD listed trainer, she’s also a Classical Riding... Read More

Posted: 19/02/2014
Champagne corks could be heard popping in Hannah Bigg’s lorry at Kingston Maurward after the International rider and 7 year old Don Caledonia (Archie) become Medium Freestyle to Music and Medium Open Regional champions. The latter a title she now holds for 2 years running. In Monday’s music test, the partnership... Read More

Posted: 14/02/2014
Kate Negus Saddlery is delighted to welcome a Neck Strap to its collection of top quality British bridlework and leather accessories. The Neck Strap is made from English leather and sports a brass buckle, to match other Kate Negus products. Unlike stirrups leathers that often get used, the Neck Strap is... Read More

Posted: 12/02/2014
Rain, rain and more rain – has led to muddy fields and paddocks this spring. Here Peter Hunter, of Peter Hunter Seeds, offers invaluable advice on how to help our paddocks recover after the unprecedented rainfall.
As we look to spring, paddocks everywhere will have suffered as a result of one of... Read More

Posted: 11/02/2014
3 day Theoretical Course Vienna, Austria, May 7-9 2014 Following the success of a recent clinic with Chief Rider of the Spanish Rider School Andreas Hausberger at The Dovecote Stables in Oxfordshire, Equinethos Ltd are pleased to announce that they are collaborating once more and have arranged a one-off three... Read More

Posted: 10/02/2014
WITH a huge increase in entries and high-level craftsmanship on show, this year’s Society of Master Saddlers’ National Saddlery Competition was described as one of the best ever. Held at Saddlers’ Hall, London and supported by The Worshipful Company of Saddlers, the competition awards ceremony was followed by an evening reception... Read More

Posted: 10/02/2014
The Veredus Carbon Shield is a revolutionary overreach boot designed to protect the whole heel area and give the ultimate in protection from injury. It is a unique anatomical, close contact fit that sees the vulnerable bulb and heel area protected with extra super strength Carbon. The inner boot has a... Read More

Posted: 10/02/2014
For the first time since the launch of the Equine Premium range 6 years ago, Protexin are pleased to announce the launch of a new product - Gut Bind.
Gut Bind comes in an easy to use 30ml syringe and is a two day course of probiotics, prebiotics, kaolin and pectin designed... Read More

Posted: 10/02/2014
For a technical glove that really meets the riders requirements, the Schwenkel brand has been tried and trusted by top professionals worldwide, riders such as Isabell Werth and Carl Hester.
The Schwenkel ‘Simply The Best’ Glove leads the way when it comes to combining style with function. Made in a technical Polyurethane... Read More

Posted: 06/02/2014
Rhea Freeman of Rhea Freeman PR was delighted to give a lecture to a group of final year students at the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) in Cirencester last month. The students are currently in their final year of an International Equine and Agricultural Business Management degree. One aspect of this three... Read More

Posted: 06/02/2014
On 7th March 2014, Aspire Equestrian Riding Academy, a freelance coaching programme based near London, UK, opens new edition of quality horse riding courses that redefine the structure and results of average grassroots riding lessons. Collaborating with two riding schools, Cullinghood Equestrian Centre near Reading, Berkshire and Moorwards Farm Equestrian Coaching... Read More

Posted: 06/02/2014
Keeping a stallion in top condition can be a juggling act, especially if he is competing and performing stud duties. To help combat this, Saracen Horse Feeds have a specially formulated diet in their stud range, Stallion Plan.
Stallion Plan has been formulated using the most recent research... Read More

Posted: 06/02/2014
As Ariat continue the uncompromising quest to develop the most technically advanced Equestrian Footwear in the world, a brand new Tall Boot collection is being launched to meet the demands of riders in all disciplines. Part of the brand new Ariat Contour Boot range, the Ariat Women’s Heritage Contour Boot... Read More

Posted: 05/02/2014
Lincolnshire based Cyden Dressage Stallions will be standing this season at Stallion AI Services. Cyden dressage owner and rider Lara Dyson has made the Cyden Stallions available for stud duties for the first time in 2014. The Cyden Dressage team is made up of KWPN approved Cydens Cadans M, KWPN approved... Read More

Posted: 04/02/2014
Held at Northcote Stud Equestrian Centre in Lancashire, the first event in the Grub’s Arena Eventing series saw a great turnout despite the typical Grub’s weather. The series is aimed at ‘grass root’ level eventing with junior and senior classes of 80cm, 90cm and 1m taking place. Each competitor jumped a... Read More

Posted: 04/02/2014
As a way of supporting those riders committed to their sport, manufacturers of palatable, nutrient rich Horslyx have developed a new Ambassador Scheme that has selected six budding amateur riders to represent Horslyx for 12 months. After a huge uptake in applications, Horslyx have selected their final six riders based... Read More

Posted: 04/02/2014
Tayberry’s new Olwen and Shauna Sweatshirts are available now, and are part of the new Beachcomber collection. Both sweatshirts are made from comfortable brushed back cotton pique fabric with press stud fastening half placket, handy pockets, contrast drawstring around the neck and shaped front hem for a flattering shape. The main... Read More

Posted: 04/02/2014
Veterinary Thermal Imaging (VTI) is delighted to announce that Jo Welsby has joined its expanding team of thermographers, and will be covering the county of Hampshire. Jo comes to VTI from a scientific background and is a Biomedical Scientist with an MSc in Sports Science, a PGCert in Clinical Chemistry and... Read More

Posted: 03/02/2014
A recent addition to the Carrots collection has been the lovable bear, Tatty Teddy – the ‘face’ of one of the high street’s best known designs – Me To You. This super cute bear is a firm favourite with adults and children and now equestrian lovers can sport the fun look... Read More

Posted: 03/02/2014
HAVE you owned a horse, where diagnosing lameness proved a headache, with months of uncertainty and worry?
If you own one of the 40,000 horses that have already been scanned using a Hallmarq Standing MRI the team want to hear from you.
Hallmarq MRI has launched a campaign to find the stories behind... Read More

Posted: 02/02/2014
TOPSPEC, well known for their range of feed balancers and other innovative horse feeds are the new sponsor of the British Dressage Intermediate II Championship. Horse and rider combinations have the chance to qualify for the Championship at eight prestigious British Dressage Premier League shows around the country from March through... Read More

Posted: 02/02/2014
Worming may be necessary to keep horse’s parasite free but anthelmintic drugs themselves can actually cause disruption to the horse’s digestion. Jonathan Nelson, Equine Director at Protexin, explains how probiotics help repopulate the gut microflora following worming treatment, and why they are an important consideration along with the usual anthelmintic. Anthelmintic... Read More

Posted: 02/02/2014
Whether you are regularly competing up and down the country, based on a large livery yard or just a single horse owner with your own stables, it is important that you try and protect your horse from infectious diseases.
Biosecurity is just that. A simple routine of preventative measures to help protect... Read More

Posted: 02/02/2014
There is often a misconception that HorseHage is rich in energy and therefore unsuitable for horses and ponies prone to laminitis. This is not the case with the High Fibre and Timothy varieties of HorseHage. Forage can vary in quality as well as nutritional composition. Some batches of hay can contain... Read More

Posted: 30/01/2014
Sophie Wells is an outstanding young athlete who combines a successful Para Dressage career with competing at Grand Prix in able-bodied dressage competitions. At the age of just 23, Sophie is not only the reigning World and European Champion with eleven championship gold medals between her two top horses, she was... Read More

Posted: 30/01/2014
February marks 200 days to go until the start of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy France. 200 days will fly by in no time and for title sponsors Alltech and their official feed partners Baileys Horse Feeds the excitement is building. Held from the 24th August –... Read More

Posted: 28/01/2014
Ensuring your mare is provided with the best possible nutrition can have a huge impact on the growth and development of a newborn foal. Newborn foals rely on their mother’s colostrum in the milk for nutrients for growth, as well as establishing a healthy immune system. By ensuring the correct balance... Read More

Posted: 28/01/2014
Veterinary Thermal Imaging (VTI) has introduced a new ‘All Season’ package, to help professional and amateur riders monitor their horses during the season. “Lots of people think of VTI as an important part of monitoring rehabilitation, but it’s incredibly useful as a preventative tool too,” says Helen Morrell, Managing Director of... Read More

Posted: 27/01/2014
The Parelli East Anglian Professionals team presented an evening of education and inspiration at Easton College, Norfolk. There was a great turnout with around 70 people braving the cold for the demonstration. Three-Star Parelli Professional Jody Ruysen led the presentation with fellow instructors Cath Langley, Anthony Greenleaves and Jennifer Woods supporting... Read More

Posted: 27/01/2014
Tanya Waterhouse and her 15.3hh Irish Sport Horse, Dexey, have enjoyed a full and happy life together eventing, show jumping and even taking up dressage. But when Dexey entered her veteran years, Tanya decided that she may need to review the mare’s feeding regime. Said Tanya: “Although I have used TopSpec... Read More

Posted: 23/01/2014
Nationwide thermal imaging company Veterinary Thermal Imaging (VTI) is celebrating its fourth birthday during February…and has captured an amazing amount of images since its launch! “When VTI started, it was just me, but we’ve grown since that time and now have thermographers all over the UK, meaning that we truly are... Read More

Posted: 23/01/2014
The spring months can sadly go hand in hand with an increased risk of equine laminitis. The lush spring pasture can bring about this harmful, painful condition providing a real worry for horse owners. If your horse or pony is affected this season then both the equine diet and the environment... Read More

Posted: 23/01/2014
Trusted and respected health care experts Animal Health Company launch new website. Full of helpful expert advice and products from their nine ranges, the informative new ecommerce website has a completely new design and extensive online store. With products available for equines, canines and poultry the new online store ensures... Read More

Posted: 21/01/2014
Ulla Salzgeber will be taking home the third best selling horse of the auction, the 5-year old chestnut gelding Quintessenz (by Quaterback x Ehrentusch x Damenstolz). The German A-team rider and Olympic medallist paid €40,000 (£33,000) for the youngster. "I tried him out last week and after two minutes I knew... Read More

Posted: 21/01/2014
Kate Negus Saddlery has launched a completely redesigned padded headpiece for 2014. The Grand Prix Headpiece is made using quality English leather and was designed by the company’s Managing Director, Julia Andrews. It combines a padded headpiece with a design that reduces pressure around the back of the horse’s ears with... Read More

Posted: 20/01/2014
Hiho Silver is delighted to announce that the new Spinal Research Beaded Friendship Bracelet is available now…and for each bracelet purchased, Hiho will donate £7.50 to Spinal Research. “Spinal Research’s valuable work really came to light, to us, after Claire Lomas completed the London Marathon using a pair of ReWalk robotic... Read More

Posted: 20/01/2014
After a long, dull winter many of us have been looking forward to the dawning of the competition season. So why not while away the last of the winter weeks planning how you can get organised for your spring events? Whatever discipline you compete in considering important factors such as health,... Read More

Posted: 20/01/2014
On the 24 August, 2014, the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (TM) 2014 in Normandy will open. Over two weeks, the world’s best riders will compete in this equestrian spectacle that will see eight world championships crowned at the largest equestrian competition ever held in France. Here are 10 interesting facts... Read More

Posted: 17/01/2014
Question: I have worked in the equestrian industry for some time and was thinking about becoming a saddle fitter, what would I need to do to become a Qualified Saddle Fitter that is recognised by the Society of Master Saddlers? Answer: The Society of Master Saddlers replies: If you are... Read More

Posted: 17/01/2014
Despite being 21-years-old, 13.3hh Irish cob, Gypsy still remains a handful for owner Janet Pilling when at a driving competition. Janet has enjoyed driving trials for many years and was delighted when she found and bought Gypsy. Explains Janet: “I have owned Gypsy for 14 years now and bought him from... Read More

Posted: 17/01/2014
Are you familiar with the Society of Master Saddlers and what they do? Why you should use a registered qualified saddler fitter? and Why they need to be a Society member? These are some of the questions answered by the Society of Master Saddlers in three new informative leaflets. The Society... Read More

Posted: 16/01/2014
WITH more than 20 events already held, competition is proving fierce at the
EquestrianClearance.com British Riding Clubs Winter Championship qualifiers. Held at Hartpury College, Gloucestershire on March 29/30, the event is one of the highlights in the British Riding Clubs calendar, drawing competitors from all over the country. Over 150 senior show... Read More

Posted: 16/01/2014
International Event rider Sharon Hunt is set to have a busy year after being selected to be the British Eventing U18 Eastern Region Coach. In this exciting new role Sharon will be working with the British Eventing U18 programme to improve the skills of younger riders developing them for future Pony,... Read More

Posted: 16/01/2014
Neoprene performance footwear specialists, Grub’s will be sponsoring the Arena Eventing Series at Northcote Stud Equestrian Centre in Lancashire. The series is aimed at ‘grass root’ level eventing with junior and senior classes of 80cm, 90cm and 1m taking place. Competitor will jump a course of 16-20 fences set up in... Read More

Posted: 15/01/2014
With the winter season finally beginning to draw to a close many horse owners are starting to look forward to the competition season and getting “out and about” on the circuit in a variety of disciplines. But how do we ensure our equines have the condition, and particularly the topline, to... Read More

Posted: 14/01/2014
Saracen Horse Feeds and the British Horse Society have joined forces to provide a series of training modules on equine nutrition. The course which starts in March 2014 will be available to anyone from the professional groom, to the everyday horse owner.
Equine nutrition is a key part of the BHS exams... Read More

Posted: 14/01/2014
The Cyden Dressage Stallions, standing at stud for the first time in 2014, made their public debut at the British Stallion Event held at Hartpury College in Gloucestershire.
Owned by North Lincolnshire-based Lara Dyson, the Cyden Dressage Stallions team comprises of Cyden Cadans M, Cyden Bodyguard Moorland and Cyden Oostings Amigo.
The one... Read More

Posted: 14/01/2014
Classic Dressage has just launched a range of UK made, beautifully designed bridles that are interchangeable and premium quality without the hefty price tag!
The new range of elegant double and snaffle bridles are bought as standard with a sparkling brow- bands, plain or patent nosebands and all manner of rein choices... Read More

Posted: 14/01/2014
Tuffa Footwear is delighted to announce the launch of its new website- packed with more images and information than ever before, for its growing range of riding and country footwear. The site has been designed to be easy to navigate and contains information about all the products as well as news,... Read More

Posted: 13/01/2014
THREE new and exciting stallions from Cyden Dressage are standing at stud for the first time in 2014. Having previously concentrated on their dressage careers, North Lincolnshire-based owner Lara Dyson is making them available to mare owners for the season. The Cyden Dressage Stallions team comprises of KWPN approved Cyden Cadans... Read More