EVENTING BOOTS

Eventing boots are specifically designed for the cross-country phase of eventing. They are designed around the model of the brushing boot, but usually feature better tendon protection as well. Modern eventing boots are lighter than ever, so that they don’t hinder the horse’s speed in any way. They are also waterproof, so that the boots…

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TENDON BOOTS

Tendon boots are front boots that are fitted around the cannon bone. The protective layer runs all the way around the leg, except in the front, where it is open. As the name suggests, tendon boots offer protection to the tendons, which run down the back of the leg, and prevent injury that could be…

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OVERREACH BOOTS

Overreach boots, also known as bell boots, are worn over the pastern and the hoof, and help to protect the horse’s front heels when struck by the hind legs. Overreach boots also help to prevent a horse from taking off his front shoes with his hind legs. These are usually made from synthetic material or…

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EQUINE CAREERS PART 1

All horse lovers dream of a career in the equine industry. Some aspire to be a top coach, competitive riders envision a riding career abroad, while others hope to run a successful livery. The reality of things is that it can be hard to make it in the riding world; there’s a lot of good…

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ASKHQ: ON A TILT

Q: I have a tendency to tilt forwards and arch my back when I ride. How can I learn to sit up straighter, with a straighter back? A: Tilting forwards and arching of the back can be related issues. Arching of the back can cause a rider to tilt forwards and make it easier for your…

BylizzieOctober 27, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: LOWER LEG SWING

Q: What does swing in the rider's lower leg come from? A: Swing in the lower leg comes from a knee that grips, so the first thing you need to do is to stop gripping with your knee (easier said than done, we know)!! Your lower leg needs to hug (not grip!) your horse, but your…

BylizzieOctober 26, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: COLOUR VISION

Q: What colours can horses see? A: Horses are not colour blind but they can't see the same colours as we do. Horses have what we call 'dichromatic vision', meaning that they differentiate colours in two wavelength regions. Humans have 'trichromatic vision', meaning that we see in three-colour wavelengths. Horses can naturally see blue and green…

BylizzieOctober 20, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: FALLING SAFELY

Q: What is the best way to fall off safely? A: When we ride, we of course aim to stay on the horse at all times! However, horses are unpredictable and some situations are simply out of our control. Each fall is circumstantial and we often don't have enough time to ensure we fall off safely.…

BylizzieOctober 18, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: SLEEPY TIME

Q: How can I create optimal conditions for my horse to sleep? How do I know if he is sleeping enough? Asked by Sarah Heggarty A: Some horses spend so much time in their stables that they oddly enough don't feel happy to be sleeping there. This can become a huge welfare concern. Sleep deprivation is a…

BylizzieOctober 15, 20190Comments

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BEAT THE BURN

It is no secret that the sun is strong in South Africa, and that any part of your horse's skin that is not pigmented - these are areas of pink skin, such as pink noses and heels - can easily become burnt and will need protection. Horses with a lot of pink skin, such as…

BylizzieOctober 13, 20190Comments

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