ASKHQ: HYDROPHOBIA

Q: How can I get my horse to overcome his fear of water? A: Fear of water is a very common issue in horses. They can't see how deep it is, and being prey animals by nature, they're not inclined to get themselves into any situation that might threaten their survival. Once a horse has got…

BylizzieNovember 24, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: WHEN DOES GROWTH STOP?

Q: At what age do horses stop growing? A: The age at which a horse stops growing depends on the breed. Some horses mature in a few short years, while others take double the time. Most horses will reach their full adult height between the ages of four and five years old, but some of the…

BylizzieNovember 17, 20190Comments

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SOLARIUM THERAPY

All over the world and more and more in South Africa, equestrians are seeing the benefits of solarium therapy for their horses. Many professional yards have an in-house solarium, so that performance horses can have access to solarium treatment on a regular basis. However, the benefits of the solarium are reaped not only by sport…

BylizzieNovember 15, 20190Comments

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BOOTS INTRO

As most of us know, horse boots are worn to protect and support the front and back legs during training, competition, turnout, stabling, therapy or travel. The work you choose to do or your horse's circumstantial needs will determine the type of boots he should wear. We are spoilt for choice when it comes to boots,…

BylizzieNovember 2, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: LINSEED OIL

[Q] Why is linseed oil the new thing to feed? [A] Oils have been available on the equine market for years now, yet there is still some confusion over which oil to use. While there is technically no 'bad' oil, there may be some that are better options for your horse than others. The reason for…

BylizzieOctober 24, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: WHAT IS MSM?

Q: What is MSM? A: Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is an effective anti-inflammatory ingredient that has far-reaching effects on the ability of muscle tissue to rebound from exercise stress. MSM is a source of dietary sulphur, a mineral involved in collagen, cartilage, hooves, hair, joint fluid and important enzyme functions. MSM works to reduce swelling, improve muscle recovery…

BylizzieOctober 22, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: SPLINTS

Q: What causes splints in horses? A: Splints are inflammation or injury of the splint bones in the lower leg and/or the adjacent bones (such as the canon bone) and/or the associated ligaments. Splints are most commonly seen in young horses training at very high intensity levels, such as Thoroughbreds. Splints also occur from working on…

BylizzieOctober 21, 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: WHAT IS CONSIDERED TRUE COLLECTION?

Q: What is considered true collection? A: Ultimate collection does not only ask for a great deal of straightness, flexibility and co-ordination but it also asks for tremendous mental concentration and contribution from your horse. Very briefly, in collection your want the horse to shift his weight, to mean that the energy you put in is not…

BylizzieOctober 11, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: LOSING MARKS FOR LENGTHENING

Q: Why do dressage riders often lose marks for lengthening? A: You need to show the judges obvious changes between your gaits. Marks are often allocated for this your test. We often lose marks here due to not showing enough difference from movement to movement. For example, the movement may say 'HP lengthen the canter, P…

BylizzieOctober 10, 20190Comments

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