The Irish Draught is a strong and powerful horse that once found employment on farms all across Ireland. Today, the breed is popular as a hunter and leisure horse due to their brave, yet kindly personalities and impressive strength. Vital Stats Weight: 580 – 680kg Height: 15.2hh – 16.3hh Life Expectancy: 30 years Best For: […]
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The Dutch Warmblood is a middleweight sports horse that’s well-known in the competitive sphere. Champions in show jumping, dressage and even carriage driving, this is a highly versatile and athletic breed with an even temperament and kind nature. Vital Stats Weight: 544 – 657kgs Height: 16 – 17hh Life Expectancy: 20 – 25 years Best […]
Fireworks are a much-loved way of celebrating many special occasions in the UK, including New Year’s Eve, Bonfire night and Diwali. However, these celebrations can be a worrisome time for us horse owners. The loud bangs and flashing lights can shake even the calmest of horses and in some situations it can become dangerous. A […]
New Years Eve, Bonfire night, Diwali… us humans do love a firework display to mark a special occasion! But those whizz, bangs and flashing lights that we’ve grown to know and love can be a source of intense fear and anxiety for our dogs. Even the calmest canines can become nervous wrecks and you may […]
Get into the Christmas-neigh spirit this year by treating your horse to some special festive treats. From Christmas dinner to a drop of Guinness, here are some ways to celebrate this special time of the year with your horse. Stable toys Christmas is a time for sharing gifts and your horse needn’t be left out. […]
Do Electric Collars Work for Dogs? Electric dog collars are one of many training methods that have been designed to stop your dog exhibiting unruly behaviours. This could range from excessive barking to aggression toward other dogs. This blog explores whether electric collars can actually work for training dogs. What are electric dog collars? Electric […]
Can you wear short boots horse riding? Choosing specialised horse-riding attire that is right for you can be daunting and this is no different when picking your style of riding boot. Whether you are new to the equestrian world or you simply want a new pair of riding boots, you might now be wondering if […]
Searching for horse-riding apparel can be a minefield. -Who wears what and where? Should I go high-quality or low budget? -With this in mind, you might be wondering about the best type of riding trousers to choose. -Will it be jodhpurs, breeches or riding tights? Understanding the differences can help. What are Jodhpurs? Jodhpurs are […]