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ALL EARS – UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING SOUND SENSITIVITY

Sound sensitivity in horses, often referred to as auditory hyperaesthesia, is a prevalent yet frequently overlooked issue that can have significant implications for a horse’s well-being. Whether it’s the distant rumble of thunder, the crackle of fireworks, or the everyday noises of the barn, some horses react more intensely to sound than others. Recognising, managing,…

BylizzieOctober 23, 20240Comments

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TOP TIPS FOR INDOOR ARENA RIDING

Riding in an indoor arena for the first time can be both exciting and slightly intimidating. The enclosed space, different footing, and new environment can affect both you and your horse. To help you make the most of your first indoor arena experience, here are some top tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable ride. Step…

BylizzieOctober 15, 20240Comments

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EQUINE WELFARE: ISES 10 TRAINING PRINCIPLES

Equine welfare has always been a concern in our industry, but recent years have seen it move from a peripheral to the foremost consideration in our sport. As awareness of equine welfare has grown, people are not only being called out for incidents of abuse but also for poor management of the horses in their…

BylizzieAugust 22, 20240Comments

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THE FIVE PHASES OF THE JUMP

It’s no secret that it takes a lot of skill to successfully negotiate a fence. One thing that many riders find helpful in breaking down the task is understanding how the five phases of riding a jump each contribute to ‘getting to the other side’. These five phases include: the approach, takeoff, in the air,…

BylizzieAugust 21, 20240Comments

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INNOVATIVE STUDY DEVELOPS ACCURATE TEST TO RECORD THE FREQUENCY AND SEVERITY OF EQUINE HEADSHAKING

An accelerometer mounted at a horse’s poll may aid diagnosis and monitoring response to treatment. A group of UK equine specialists have undertaken a unique study to develop an objective measure of equine trigeminal-mediated (TGM) headshaking (HS) in response to the current lack of an accurate method to monitor the frequency and severity of headshaking events.…

BylizzieAugust 11, 20240Comments

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UK STUDY SHEDS NEW LIGHT ON HORSE RIDER FALLS

The risk factors surrounding many falls may be preventable, researchers find. Since horse riding is considered anecdotally to be a ‘dangerous sport’ globally, Dr David Marlin and Dr Jane Williams have undertaken a first-of-its-kind study in the UK to investigate the common factors surrounding rider falls, and, crucially, how the risk of falling and injury can…

BylizzieAugust 11, 20240Comments

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FEEDING THE HOT HORSE

How to feed a ‘hotter’ horse is a dilemma faced by horse owners in many different disciplines. How do you provide a horse with enough dietary energy to do the work he needs to do at the level he needs to do it, while controlling the mental energy or reactivity? Here we examine this question,…

BylizzieJuly 26, 20240Comments

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INTRODUCING OUR EQUINE WELFARE SERIES

Addressing the most important topic in the horse industry Equine welfare has always been a concern in our industry, but recent years have seen it move from a peripheral to the foremost consideration in our sport. As awareness of equine welfare has grown, people are not only being called out for incidents of abuse but…

BylizzieJune 13, 20240Comments

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FLATWORK FEBRUARY #29: THE REIN-BACK

The rein-back poses a challenge for many horse and rider combinations and yet it can be very beneficial when executed correctly. Firstly, the rein-back encourages the horse to ‘sit’ on his hindquarters, becoming lighter in front, which is great for taking weight off the more fragile forehand. It is also a useful exercise for those…

BylizzieApril 25, 20240Comments

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FLATWORK FEBRUARY #28: SQUARED-OFF CIRCLE

To ride this exercise, think of a square with rounded corners. NOTE: It can help to put markers out and then ride around these to keep your corners tight. Ride straight to each corner, bend your horse through the turn, and then realign him for the next straight section. This is more challenging for the…

BylizzieApril 25, 20240Comments

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