FOCUS: TIPS FOR BUYING A SECOND HAND HORSEBOX

Tips for buying a secondhand horsebox Make sure that you inspect the horsebox thoroughly or get someone knowledgeable to do this for you. Lift the mats in the box and check the condition of the floor and ramps, prodding and poking to check for softness. Rotten, wet or damaged floors are dangerous. Check…

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WHY HORSES ARE SO IN TUNE WITH HUMAN EMOTION

Why horses are so in tune with human emotion Ryan Tehini, MA Anyone who has spent extended periods of time around horses will agree that they are remarkably astute at reading and responding to human emotions. In fact, in the scientific world, their ability to recognise emotions in people’s voice and facial expressions has been found…

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WHICH WAY SHOULD A HORSE FACE WHEN TRAVELLING?

Studies have shown that horses have lower heart rates when facing backwards in a horsebox. They seem to find the experience less stressful and can engage the muscles of the hindlegs and hindquarters to buffer the effects of braking. When facing forwards, they tend to hold their heads higher, which puts stresses on the neck. A…

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The 1923 FA Cup Final in England between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United is still referred to as The White Horse Final. It was the first FA Cup Final to be played at Wembley and football fans were so excited that many of them arrived hours before kick-off. Around 125,000 fans were expected, but the real…

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WHY HORSES ARE SO IN TUNE WITH HUMAN EMOTION

WHICH WAY SHOULD A HORSE FACE WHEN TRAVELLING?

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