ASKHQ: MOST COMMON SITES FOR MELANOMAS IN GREY HORSES

Q: Where are the most common sites for melanomas in grey horses? A: In grey horses, melanomas are very common - some studies suggest up to 80% of greys over 15 years old will develop at least one. While many are benign and slow-growing, their location can affect comfort and management. Most common sites for melanomas…

BylizzieSeptember 28, 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

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LIPIZZANER GROOMING MANE AND TAIL VIDEO

A special video from the South African Lipizzaners on grooming the mane and tail. If you have been fortunate enough to watch the Lipizzaners perform you will know that they are always impeccably turned out, so we highly recommend watching this for some really top tips! Enjoy! And for more content like this check out our HQ…

BylizzieSeptember 17, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: GROOMING ROUTINE

Q: What is a normal grooming routine? A: A thorough grooming session will take up to 45 minutes. In South Africa, we commonly do not regularly groom our horses ourselves, but at least once a week it is worth making the extra effort to do this. Firstly, this provides a great opportunity to bond with your…

BylizzieMarch 5, 20200Comments

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BECOME A PLAITING PRO

Text: Jan Tucker A neatly plaited horse looks professional when he enters the ring, and in many disciplines plaiting is compulsory. But is it always necessary and what constitutes the perfect plait? Certain styles, for example the use of white tape for dressage, go in and out of fashion, but for showing classes in particular, very…

BylizzieAugust 12, 20190Comments

Horse Channel Know How

DO HORSES HAVE FEELING IN THEIR MANE?

[dropcap]I[/dropcap]t’s long been thought that horses don’t have nerve follicles at the roots of their manes, but a recent study has demonstrated an increase in the heart rate of horses having their manes pulled – a clear sign of stress. That said, some horses stand willingly while others show obvious signs of discomfort, such as…

BylizzieDecember 24, 20170Comments

ASKHQ: MOST COMMON SITES FOR MELANOMAS IN GREY HORSES

BREEDS OF HOY: THE FRIESIAN

LIPIZZANER GROOMING MANE AND TAIL VIDEO

ASKHQ: GROOMING ROUTINE

BECOME A PLAITING PRO

DO HORSES HAVE FEELING IN THEIR MANE?

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