Bonding with your horse is a vital part of being an equestrian. A good relationship has positive effects on your horse’s behaviour, trust and performance. However, some partnerships take longer to form or require a little more help. Here we will cover the basics of bonding and ways in which you can spend quality time with your horse.

This guide covers the fundamentals of rugging, including choosing the right rug, when to rug, and best practices for ensuring your horse’s needs are met.

The summer is a great time to get more riding hours in. Whether it’s racing, eventing or casual hacking, the longer days and lack of rain is appealing to all equestrians. However, there are many potential dangers to the soundness of horses with the hard, dry ground, including musculoskeletal injuries due to the compacted ground.