Q: Where is a horse's blind spot? Asked by Liza de Beer A: Horses have nearly 360-degree vision, with their only blind spots being directly in front of them and behind them. People are therefore generally encouraged to approach a horse from the side. It is also important not to directly touch a horse between his eyes…
Q: What are the minimum recommended dimensions of a stable? A: Expecting horses to stay happy when cooped up for hours in a stable is quite an ask - especially if the space the horse is kept in is very small. The following dimensions are the minimum required for stabling, although larger stables are obviously preferable, as…
HQ answers your questions Q: Where does swing in the rider's lower leg come from? Asked by Maree Lamorne A: Swing in the lower leg comes from a leg that grips, so the first thing you need to do is to stop gripping with your knee. Your lower leg needs to hug your horse, but…
