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Why do we fall off the horse?

Horse riding can be a dangerous sport, but despite the risks associated with equestrian activities, we don't know much about the causes of our falls. You can seriously injure yourself during a...

Conflict Behaviour in Icelandic Horses

Equestrian sport organisations are committed to ensuring the welfare of competing horses, with most organisations viewing horse welfare as their highest priority. Nevertheless, we often overlook the small signs of discomfort that...

Do you need a loading rope?

You're not alone in encountering issues with trailer loading. Have you ever found yourself dealing with a horse after a competition, late in the afternoon when everyone is tired and keen to...

The Use of Whips: Does it Increase Speed?

The use of whips is a contested subject. The arguments for employing whips centre around safety and the ability to correct undesired behaviour (punishment). Whips are also utilised to increase speed, but...

What importance does stable design have for a horse’s welfare?

Keeping your horse stabled can be convenient and easy. The horse is usually always clean and dry, it's easy to access, and as a horse owner, it's not pleasant to have to...

6 things that show how connected you are to your horse

New research reveals the key to a good partnership. Attachment between humans and animals has many physical, social, and psychological benefits. Now, researchers in the United Kingdom have developed a method to...

The joys and challenges of the newborn foal

SIX THINGS TO WATCH FOR WHEN THE FOAL IS BORN A tiny newborn foal brings life and joy to the stable, but it also comes with many potential challenges. It's important for the...

5 things children learn by being around horses

Can horses be the key to helping children develop essential life skills? New research shows that being around horses is more than just a fun afternoon activity. Interaction with horses can have...

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