ASKHQ: JUMP REFUSALS

Q: My horse has started refusing jumps he used to pop over easily. What could be going on? A: A sudden change in jumping confidence or willingness is often a red flag. First, rule out physical causes: discomfort from sore feet, back pain, ill-fitting tack, ulcers, or even subtle lameness can make jumping uncomfortable. A…

BylizzieAugust 25, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: WHAT ARE THE SIGNS MY HORSE NEEDS THE DENTIST?

Q: What are the signs I need to call a dentist for my horse? A: Ideally, your horse’s teeth should be checked by a professional at least once a year and, better yet, every six months. In between these appointments, the following signs signify you might need the dentist sooner than your next scheduled appointment: …

BylizzieAugust 4, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: HEAD HELD HIGH

Q: What is a good bit to try for a horse with very high head carriage? He is in an eggbutt snaffle at the moment. Asked by Sarah Perome A: Whenever you're bitting a 'special case' horse, or in fact any horse really, it's highly recommended that you get a qualified bit fitter out to assess his…

BylizzieFebruary 27, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: WOLF TEETH WORRIES

Q: Why do horses have wolf teeth is they cause so many issues? Asked by Matt K A: Millions of years ago, wolf teeth were similar in size to the rest of the horse's molar teeth and functioned as grinding/chewing teeth. Back then, horses were forest-dwelling bush eaters, with the cheek teeth being small and narrow, like…

BylizzieSeptember 23, 20190Comments

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BOMBER BITS OF THE FUTURE

Over the years, Bomber and his team have built up an international reputation for supplying fabulous bits, especially for tricky horses [dropcap]A[/dropcap]pproximately six years ago, Bomber Nel of Bombers Equestrian Equipment, started to realise that with modern breeding and the genetic evolution in both European Warmbloods and Thoroughbreds came a rapid change in the shape of…

BylizzieMay 18, 20180Comments

ASKHQ: JUMP REFUSALS

ASKHQ: WHAT ARE THE SIGNS MY HORSE NEEDS THE DENTIST?

ASKHQ: HEAD HELD HIGH

ASKHQ: WOLF TEETH WORRIES

BOMBER BITS OF THE FUTURE

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