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INTRIGUING INGREDIENTS – APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

Old-fashioned tonic or modern-day myth? Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been poured into horse feed buckets for decades thought to be a splash of something sharp to ‘clean the system,’ ‘acidify the gut,’ or ‘ward off flies.’ But how much of this is folklore, and how much is backed by science? A brief history of vinegar…

BylizzieDecember 20, 20250Comments

Horse Breed

BREEDS OF HOY: THE FRIESIAN

The Friesian, with its striking black coat, feathered legs, and unique movement, is one of the most recognisable horse breeds in the world. Originating from the Netherlands and classified as a light draught horse, the Friesian has a rich history and continues to captivate horse lovers globally, including in South Africa, where its presence is…

BylizzieApril 2, 20250Comments

Horse Channel

FAITHSTONE STUD AND LIVERY YARD

HQ caught up with Lara Coldbeck to hear about Faithstone Stud and Livery Yard- the yard she runs with her business partner Nikki Austen. HQ: Tell us a bit about your yard and the facilities you offer. Lara: Where to start!? We offer great, large paddocks, with just stallions being separated. There are six stables available, soon…

BylizzieSeptember 20, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: THE VLAAMPERD

Q: What is the Vlaamperd? A: The Vlaamperd, which directly translated means ‘Flemish horse’, is actually a breed of horse that originated in South Africa, and still exists here today. During the 19th Century a distinctive type of horse existed in the Cape called the Hantam horse. This horse came into being through the use of…

BylizzieMarch 4, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: WIRY-HAIRED FRIESIAN

Q: My Friesian has the most wiry mane and tail. Is there anything that I can do to improve the texture of his hair? A: Mane and tail conditioner and leave-in spray can help manes and tails to feel less coarse and wiry but, just like with our own hair, it is very difficult…

BylizzieMay 13, 20190Comments

Horse Channel Know How

SADDLE FITTING FOR TRICKY BACKS

Saddles are generally designed to fit the average horse. However, we all know (and perhaps own) a horse who has less than average conformation. When fitting a saddle the key is to check that the saddle is the correct width for the width of the spine, and that the balance is correct from front…

BylizzieFebruary 5, 20190Comments

INTRIGUING INGREDIENTS – APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

BREEDS OF HOY: THE FRIESIAN

FAITHSTONE STUD AND LIVERY YARD

ASKHQ: THE VLAAMPERD

ASKHQ: WIRY-HAIRED FRIESIAN

SADDLE FITTING FOR TRICKY BACKS

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