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ASKHQ: WIDER FROGS

Q: Why is a wide frog preferred? A: Frogs vary in shape and size, and while many horses with narrow…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: WHAT IS PEDAL OSTEITIS?

Q: What is pedal osteitis? A: Pedal osteitis describes inflammatory changes in the pedal bone (P3), otherwise known as the…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: CLIPPING CONUNDRUM

Q: What are the different types of clips? A: If a horse has to do a lot of work while…

7 years ago

PRIDEY’S LOCKDOWN LAMENTATIONS DAYS 3 AND 4

Dear readers, It is with great relief that I can inform you that it's been a much more pleasant two…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: STABLE DIMENSIONS

Q: What are the minimum recommended dimensions of a stable? A: Expecting horses to stay happy when cooped up for…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: LEG UP

Q: Why do people say that it is best to mount from a mounting block rather than from the ground?…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: EXERCISE IN PREGNANCY

Q: Can you exercise a pregnant mare? A: Many owners are very concerned about riding a pregnant mare, for fear…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: NIGHT VISION

Q: Can horses see in the dark? A: Horses can see better in low light than humans, but they can't…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: PILATES

Q: Why does everyone recommend Pilates for horse riders? Answered by Bonita de Klerk, Pilates instructor A: Riding requires you…

7 years ago

ASKHQ: LEFT BEHIND

Q: How can I make box rest easier for my horse? He is so stressed when the other horses go…

7 years ago