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link to Why Do Young Horses Chew Wood? Causes & Prevention

Why Do Young Horses Chew Wood? Causes & Prevention

While many owners may consider a horse chewing wood to be nothing more than an annoying nuisance, if it's your horse though, and it's the first time he’s done it, it can be a real worry and a cause...

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Why Is A Broken Leg So Serious For A Horse?

Around about twenty years ago I had a beautiful chestnut horse that got her foot caught and, in trying to free herself, managed to break her leg in three places. I was devastated when the...

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Do Alpacas Make Good Companions For Horses?

We all know that horses are herd animals and that they suffer if they have to live on their own and while we do our best to keep them surrounded by horsey companions this isn’t always possible,...

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Keeping A Horse On A Budget Without Compromising Their Health

No matter how much we love our horses most people will moan about how much they cost and how little money we have left at the end of the month. There’s no doubt that horses can be expensive but the...

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Stall Rest Boredom: 10 Ways To Stop Your Horse Going Crazy!

Having a horse on stall (or box) rest is something that every horse owner dreads, not least because the lack of exercise, loneliness, stress, and boredom can lead to a multitude of problems and vices...

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Why Do Horses Windsuck, And Should You Stop Them Doing It?

Windsucking is probably one of the most misunderstood equine conditions out there, we all know that it’s a behavioral habit but many people will argue over whether it’s a vice or just a harmless...

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About Me

My name’s Lucy and since learning to ride at the age of five I’ve not only owned dozens of horses and ponies (and a few donkeys) but I’ve also run a very successful riding school, teaching both English and Western.

I have a real passion for horses and feel that they can add so much richness and joy to our lives which is why I created this blog. I wanted to help other people by passing on some of the things I’d learned. I want this site to be a real factbook for new and experienced owners and riders alike.

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