Can You Ride A Donkey? Everything You Need To Know (with weight limits)
I’ve owned donkeys for many years but hadn’t thought about riding them until the other day when I was asked if they could carry a fully grown adult. I have to confess that this is something I’d...
The 15 Most Popular English Riding Disciplines Explained (with videos)
You might think that horse riding is horse riding and that all sports come under that umbrella but, while this is of course true to some extent, it’s a bit like saying badminton and tennis are the...
Feeding Your Horse Before & After Riding: What’s Best For Your Horse?
Right from day one of horse management school, we’re told you should never feed a horse before riding but is this really always the best thing for your horse? Some rules just shouldn’t be...
You might be surprised to know that all horses are born with the ability to jump, a skill that would have drastically increased their chances of survival in the past. After all, if you’re being...
Thinking Of Learning To Ride A Horse? We Way Up The Pros & Cons
If you’re looking for a new hobby to help you keep active and stay fit you’re probably considering horse riding but aren’t sure if it’s the right sport for you. Yes, you’ve asked a lot of...
Whenever somebody new calls me wanting to book riding lessons I always ask what their weight is. While most people are happy giving me their height a lot of them seem perplexed by being asked their...
