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Small DIY Horse Arena On A Budget
If you’re looking to build a DIY horse arena on a budget, then look no further. Whatever size you are thinking of, it can be done. A horse arena is very likely going to be the largest investment you make when owning a horse. Whilst 20×40 is generally considered to be the smallest size possible,…
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10 Things To Do With Baling Twine You Might Not Have Thought Of
How about reusing this useful twine? This article suggests 10 things to do with baling twine you might not have thought of. Being a horse owner often that means that we have to feed additional forage, especially over winter months. This means miles of baling twine that just gets thrown away. But, what if we…
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How Much Land Do I Need To Keep A Horse
How much land do I need to keep a horse is the very first question asked when trying to work out if you can keep your horse at home. Much depends upon the horse you own, and the quality of the grazing available. If you want to keep your horse at home, or on your…
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Should I Clip My Horse’s Feather?
Should I trim my horse’s feather is an oft asked question. Whether to trim feather or not is a personal choice, especially if you own a heavy breed with lots of magnificent feather. Trimming or clipping can be done for both aesthetic and health reasons. Applying medication may be easier if you’ve clipped your horse’s…
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Tried & Tested – Jodhpurs
Trying to find a comfy pair of jods on a budget, especially with a good size phone pocket, can be a challenge. On this Tried & Tested page I have bought and reviewed a pair of navy blue riding tights from Ebay and below are my findings…. Navy blue riding tights: Pro’s & Cons Perfect…
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10 Reasons Your Electric Fence Doesn’t Work
If your electric fence isn’t zapping as well as you’d like, then these are the top 10 reasons your electric fence doesn’t work how you’d like it to. Knowing that your electric fencing is working, and working reliably, is an important feeling for most horse owners. A successful electric fence will ensure that your horses,…
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Pros And Cons Of Going Barefoot
This article looks at the pros and cons of going barefoot. Having your horse shod has generally been the accepted way of horse hoof management. However, more and more people wish to keep their horse in as natural a way as possible. Shoeing has always gone hand in hand with horse ownership. Whilst some horses…
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Energisers & Electric Fences For Horses
Most of us dream of beautiful post and rail fencing around our paddocks. For various reasons this is not always possible, so knowing about energisers and electric fences for horses is a must. Energisers and electric fences go hand in hand with owning and caring for horses. Electric fences can be permanent, or temporary to…
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Ragwort; What You Need To Know
Ragwort is well known to be poisonous to horses and other livestock. It is also very difficult to remove, and any amount to root left will become a fully fledged plant in a very short space of time. Ragwort is a native (UK) weed that is incredibly invasive. It’s seeds can lie dormant for many…
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10 Benefits Of Cinnamon For Horses
As horse owners we are always looking for that ‘magic’ supplement. Cinnamon may well be just that. 10 benefits of cinnamon for horses looks at how this delicious spice can work wonders for your horse. Cinnamon is a readily available spice ground from the bark of several species of cinnamon tree. It has benefits for…
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