Mar 4, 2026 | Uncategorised
When it comes to horse fitness and conditioning, many riders immediately think of schooling sessions in the arena. It’s controlled, predictable and during winter it can be the easiest place to ride. But sometimes the best training advice can sound a little...
Jan 15, 2026 | Practice news, Uncategorised
As spring begins to show its face across Staffordshire, we all start looking forward to lighter evenings and warmer days. It’s also the time of year when we see a noticeable hormonal surge in both mares and entire males. This is often when owners begin to notice that...
Aug 12, 2025 | blog, Practice news, Uncategorised
This spring and summer has been highly unusual and the continuing heat with increased temperatures doesn’t fit in well with our four legged friends routines. Heat waves like the one that is expected over the next 7 days brings it’s own issues for our four...
Jan 19, 2025 | blog, Practice news, Uncategorised
Keeping your horse fit isn’t just about looking good in the field or on the yard; it’s crucial for their overall health and performance. Here are some some effective methods to boost your horse’s fitness in a way that’s both fun and useful to...
Mar 18, 2024 | Practice news, Uncategorised
When your foal is born: It should be have a suck reflex within 20 minutes Stand in an hour Sucking at the milk bar within 2 hours A new born foal has no fat reserves so obtains all of its energy from the sweet and sugary colostrum which it must be consumed within the...
Jan 20, 2024 | Uncategorised
There has been a rise in cases of laminitis in the practice over the last week to 10 days. Laminitis is one of the biggest welfare issues in the equine world in general. It is a painful disease process and kills many of our four legged friends each year. Root Causes...
