RESPIRATORY HEALTH AT SHOWS

New findings on equine asthma and why management at competitions matters For many horses, show environments, rather than being optimal for performance, carry hidden risks to their respiratory health. Increasingly, research is pointing to inflammatory airway disease (IAD) and equine asthma as leading causes of reduced performance in sport horses, often triggered or worsened by…

BylizzieDecember 2, 20250Comments

Horse Health Horse Training

MANAGING AN ATHLETE – TOP TIPS FOR CARING FOR YOUR HORSE AT AN EVENT

With the Olympics occupying our screens and closer to home, the upcoming World Cup Qualifier down in Shongweni, here at HQ, we’ve been pondering what it takes to optimally care for your horse at an event. Here are a few of our top tips: 1. Transport While in the box, horses are constantly using their…

BylizzieJanuary 25, 20250Comments

Horse Channel News Updates

MAKING SURE YOU’RE COMPETITION READY

In just three simple steps… Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne After a few weeks of feasting and festivities, we are back to reality and ready to jump right into the 2024 competition season. If this isn't your first rodeo, then hopefully, you have set aside some funds for your annual subscriptions so you won't get too anxious as…

BylizzieJanuary 6, 20240Comments

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ASKHQ: SHOW JACKET FIT

Q: How do I know if a show jacket fits correctly? A: Show jackets are important (and often expensive) pieces of kit and really can complete your riding look. As an added bonus, a well fitted and cared for jacket can really make a great impression on judges. However, the choice of show jackets on the…

BylizzieJuly 9, 20200Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training News Updates

THE SA DERBY RIDER PROFILES: ANNE-MARIE ESSLINGER

By Caroline Malan Caroline Malan catches up with Anne-Marie Esslinger ahead of the 2019 SA Derby. What makes Derby so amazing for you? I love the element of natural obstacles and the feel of galloping up and down across country – it’s also a test of focus and fitness. Your thoughts on this years Derby? I’m very enthusiastic…

BylizzieSeptember 4, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: WORK RIDING

[Q] What is the going rate for a working rider? Asked anonymously [A] This is a difficult one to pinpoint, because work riders can differ in experience and qualification level. Firstly, ask yourself if you need someone to just take your horse on hacks and do some general schooling, or if you need a more experienced…

BylizzieFebruary 4, 20190Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training Know How

9 TIPS TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT COACH

Behind every successful rider is a coach who is constantly teaching, motivating and inspiring their rider [dropcap]A[/dropcap]ll instructors have their own personal style of teaching, which will work for some but not for others. As a rider, you will likely change instructors a few times as you grow up, become more or less competitive, or change…

BylizzieNovember 27, 20170Comments

Horse Channel Know How Lifestyle

The new Land Rover Discovery: towing for dummies

The 2017 Land Rover Discovery is equipped for any terrain [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he days of getting your friend or the groom to stand behind and direct you are long over. Land Rover’s previous models already feature advanced reverse cameras, and you can set the reverse camera to ‘hitch assist’, which shows you exactly where you need to steer…

BylizzieSeptember 8, 20170Comments

Horse Channel Know How

Stressed out

[dropcap]W[/dropcap]e all experience stress to some degree, and our horses are no different. A little stress can be a good thing if it is channelled in a positive way, but too much may cause distress, particularly in the horse who has a ‘fight or flight’ coping mechanism. Stress results in a high level of energy…

BylizzieApril 13, 20160Comments

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