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WHY YOUR HORSE FEELS AMAZING ONE DAY AND AWFUL THE NEXT

We've all been there when we arrive in the same arena with the same plan, but our horse feels completely different. One day our horse is soft and forward, and two days later he is stiff and distracted. Interestingly, this is rarely to do with the situation in the moment. How a horse feels under…

BylizzieJune 29, 20260Comments

Horse Health

BEYOND THE FEED BAG

How turnout, stress and routine affect digestion We tend to think of equine nutrition as the science of calories, minerals, and macros - choosing the right concentrates, balancing the forage, and tweaking the supplements. But true nutrition goes far beyond what’s in the feed bag or supplement tub. The way a horse is managed -…

BylizzieAugust 12, 20250Comments

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ASKHQ: TURNOUT IN OVERREACH BOOTS

Q: Is it okay to turn my horse out in overreach boots? A: It’s very common to see horses turned out wearing overreach boots. If your horse is prone to overreach injuries or the pulling of shoes, then these boots are a straightforward way of reducing the cuts to the heels or lost shoes. However, in order…

BylizzieMarch 27, 20250Comments

Horse Breed Horse Channel

HOT AND STEAMY – UNDERSTANDING HOT CLOTHING

A week at Horse of the Year allowed our team to pick up lots of tips from the showing pros, but one of the most commonly mentioned was the use of hot cloths to improve the look of the coat. Our editor hadn’t used hot clothing since she was back in the UK, but with…

BylizzieMarch 25, 20250Comments

Ask HQ Horse Channel Horse Training

AN INTRODUCTION TO EQUITATION

Text: Tana Scott The word ‘equitation’ was originally used to refer to the overall position or style of the rider when in the saddle. The original meaning of this word was then taken to create the discipline called (you guessed it) Equitation. Equitation, which can be ridden by riders of any age and ability, can be ridden…

BylizzieNovember 9, 20210Comments

Ask HQ Horse Channel Horse Health

WHY ARE CONTRACTED HEELS AN ISSUE?

Contracted heels are problematic for several reasons: They can lead to atrophy of the internal structures of the hoof, which are necessary for support and correct functioning of the entire hoof. Contracted heels also affect the health of the frog tissue. Contraction can lead to the blood supply to the frog's corium being compromised,…

BylizzieMay 23, 20210Comments

Ask HQ Horse Channel Horse Health

ASKHQ: LEFT BEHIND

Q: How can I make box rest easier for my horse? He is so stressed when the other horses go out in the morning. Asked by Gemma Picken A: Box rest can be really difficult if your horse is used to extensive turnout. It can be especially hard if your horse is the only one left behind…

BylizzieFebruary 11, 20200Comments

Horse Health Know How

WASHING YOUR HORSE IN 7 STEPS

The first step to getting any horse clean and tidy is, of course, a bath. It’s best to bathe your horse the day before you plan to give him a total makeover unless you’ve got the whole day to spare. Your horse is going to need a good scrubbing, so it’s best to wash him in…

BylizzieOctober 3, 20170Comments

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