ASKHQ: HORSE GRIMACE SCALE
Q: What is the Horse Grimace Scale? A: The Horse Grimace Scale is a pain assessment tool that identifies six […]
THE HANGING CHEEK SNAFFLE DEBATE – SOLVED
Text: Christie Wolhuter The Baucher or hanging cheek snaffle is a popular bit but has classically divided opinions on its
POSITION PERFECT – FINE TUNING YOUR JUMPING POSITION
Showjumping has become an increasingly technical discipline, demanding utmost precision from horse and rider. While most can acknowledge rider error
IN KNOTS – TYING UP
Tying up was once thought of as a racehorse-only muscle disease, but we now know that more equines are at
MUD MONSTERS – THE IMPACT ON THE HOOVES
With all the rain we have been having in certain areas, you are likely struggling with some wet and downright
HOME SWEET HOME – CHOOSING A HOOF-FRIENDLY YARD
Text: Christine Pinna While I have come across many extremely well-managed yards that are horse and hoof-friendly and more than
ASKHQ: NOT DRINKING ENOUGH
Q: My horse never seems to drink enough water. I already soak his hay and add water to his feed
ASKHQ: LOZENGE FOR FRENCH LINK
Q: What are the benefits of a bit with a lozenge over a normal French link? A: Most horses seem
CRACKING HOOVES – THEY’RE NO JOKE
Hoof cracks are a common but often overlooked issue in our equine companions. Many of us are guilty of trivialising
FARRIERS AND FOALS: Q&A WITH STEPHEN BLAKEY
As any breeder can attest, foal feet can be tricky, and a good farrier is invaluable in ensuring the best