ECO-FRIENDLY HORSE OWNERSHIP

Striving for sustainable horse care in South Africa Sustainability is becoming an essential part of responsible horse ownership, especially here in South Africa, where environmental concerns like water scarcity and soil degradation are major challenges. But, with this growing need to become more eco-friendly, what changes can we make to reduce our environmental impact and…

BylizzieMay 4, 20250Comments

THE WAR ON FLIES – GETTING FLY POPULATIONS UNDER CONTROL

Fly control is about more than simple fly spray. It’s a comprehensive and preventative approach to managing the fly population to the lowest tolerable level. Whilst we’ll never be able to eliminate flies completely, there’s a lot we can do to keep them manageable and help our horses tolerate their presence. But before we get started on…

BylizzieMay 1, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: SHOWERPROOF, WATERPROOF VS WATER-RESISTANT

Q: What is the difference between showerproof, waterproof and water-resistant? A: Whether you are looking to protect your horse or yourself from wet weather, here is the breakdown of what these three terms mean: Showerproof can keep your horse dry in light rain. The outer material of the item will repel water and feel similar to waterproof, but…

BylizzieFebruary 8, 20250Comments

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TRANSITIONING YOUR OTTB

To a more natural life Text: Christine Pinna Thoroughbreds are notorious for having hoof issues, requiring stables, blankets and plenty of concentrates to maintain their condition. But is this really the way it has to be? Background It is important to understand the lifestyle your newly purchased Thoroughbred has lived up until the point that he became…

BylizzieJanuary 28, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: FITTING A RUG

Q: How do you check if a rug fits your horse? A: Having a rug that fits your horse is important to keep your horse comfortable and avoiding rubbing. To check that a rug fits, you must make sure of the following: The front of the rug over the chest should have an overlap of fabric.…

BylizzieMay 25, 20210Comments

ECO-FRIENDLY HORSE OWNERSHIP

THE WAR ON FLIES – GETTING FLY POPULATIONS UNDER CONTROL

ASKHQ: SHOWERPROOF, WATERPROOF VS WATER-RESISTANT

TRANSITIONING YOUR OTTB

ASKHQ: FITTING A RUG

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