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What Are the Most Important Considerations to take into Account When Buying a New Horse?

August 11, 2018 admin 0

Buying a horse is about as serious as it gets when considering your next “pet” and your time and pocket will both be put to the sword, and then some. There are many things you’ll need to ask yourself in preparation for investing in this huge project. The initial cost of buying a horse is just a part of the finances you’ll incur.

Is the horse likely to be ridden by friends or family members? If this is the case then it will have to be suitable for riding. Not all horses are naturally broken in for riding any mount, …

What to Know About Colic to Keep Your Horse Safe and Healthy

November 6, 2015 admin 0

Colic is the number one cause of premature death in horses worldwide, therefore educating yourself on the causes, symptoms, and steps to take in case it happens is well worth doing and could ultimately save your horse’s life. There are many misconceptions about this condition, and these beliefs can pose real threats to your horse’s health and prognosis in the event of an issue. Luckily there are several ways to keep your horse less prone to colic, as well as actions to take to ensure the best possible outcome if it happens.…

Horse riding safety tips

April 30, 2015 admin 0

Horse riding is an enjoyable hobby for many people, both children and adults and all with varying levels of ability. However, when the right safety precautions aren’t taken horse riding can easily become very dangerous with injuries including broken bones, spinal injuries and even brain damage occurring from accidents whilst horse riding. …

How to prevent infections in your stables

March 23, 2015 admin 0

Just like humans, horses are susceptible to a wide range of infections and diseases that can easily be spread around a busy livery yard. The majority of the most dangerous infectious conditions are preventable thanks to a thorough vaccination regime, however there are many that are not, and so horse owners need to be vigilant to stop them in their tracks. Equine infections can be viral, bacterial or fungal which means they can be spread through your stables in a variety of ways, so it is important that you know what to look for and how to prevent it. …

Sonrise Stable Books

May 3, 2014 admin 0

As soon as the first Sonrise Stable book arrived in the mail, my daughter grabbed it and began reading. When she finished the last page and closed the book, her first words were, “We HAVE to get the next book!” …