Tips & Advice
- Choosing a Horse
- Time, Responsibility and Dedication
Before purchasing a horse, be sure to understand the responsibilites and demands it will require in caring for a horse. - Own, Loan or Share?
Explore all the options available in horse ownership before making a decision. - Type and Ability
Be careful to consider the various activites the horse will be engaged in and what care it will need. - Riding Activities
There is a large variety of activities for you and your horse to participate in. - Fields and Stables
Caring for your horse in the field and stable. - Identification
Be sure to understand the type of identification you horse will require. - Protecting Your Investment
A horse can be a substantial investment and it is therefore wise to have good insurance. - Feeding and Watering
- Diet and Nutrition
A balanced feeding regime will make sure your horse is fit and healthy. - Grooming
A consistent grooming routine and grooming tools will make caring for your horse a lot easier. - Equine Care and First-Aid
- Horse Health
Checking your horse daily for signs of injury and ill health will put your mind at rest that he is well and early detection of any injury or ill health will mean that appropriate care or treatment can be quickly applied. - First-Aid Kit
It is worthwhile being prepared by having a horse first-aid kit to hand in case of an emergency. - Hoof and Teeth Care
Maintaining healthly teeth and hoofs, will make for a much happier horse. - Saddlery and Tack
An insight into the required saddlery and tack for your horse. - Vet's Fees
Vet's fees can quickly add up, your horse insurance can help. - Mature Horses
- Care and Enjoyment
Consider the needs of your mature horse. - Trailers
- Trailer Travel
Take care when loading your horse trailer and consider any insurance requirements.