SURRA IN EQUINES
Understanding the disease, treatment, and current import regulations in South Africa Text: Candice Hobday of Hobday Equestrian Enterprises Surra is […]
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ANTICIPATING THE NEW ARRIVAL
Mares have a long gestation period, with the average pregnancy lasting between 335 to 350 days or roughly 11 months.
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
THE BITLESS BRIDLE TREND
By Rhiannon Cecil Research by Lisa Siebrits Going bitless is becoming more and more of a trend as riders pull
SUMMER ELECTROLYTE NEEDS
By Hannah Botha, MSc Equine Nutrition, Epol Nutrition Advisor At this time of year, with the summer heat, it’s common
BUYING A HORSE – SOME DOS AND DON’TS!
By Rhiannon Cecil Whether you’ve bought a horse before, own more than one horse, or are thinking about buying a
ASKHQ: RUNAWAY HORSE
Q: My new OTTB is incredibly strong and runs at every opportunity. How do I find the brakes?! A: Racehorses
NOSEBANDS – DOES YOURS PASS THE PRESSURE TEST?
By Christie Wolhuter Tightly fastened nosebands have been proven to exert significant pressure on our horses. Detrimental consequences for the
BUILDING TRUST – HOW IN-HAND CONFIDENCE TEACHES SELF MANAGEMENT
Text: Skye Littlefield Horses are herd animals, and we know that they rely on their herd to alert them of
RESISTANCE TRAINING FOR HORSE RIDERS
Text: Christie Wolhuter Many people are confused by the need for resistance training for equestrians. To me, it is the