14 of the best (OK, worst) horsey puns
Some people dislike puns – but we’ve got a message for those neighsayers, and it’s that, erm, you probably won’t want to read the rest of this article!
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8 must-watch films for those who love horses
Pour yourself a glass of wine, break open the popcorn, and settle back to enjoy one of these classic films as a form of escapism from the coronavirus pandemic
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15 great (or awful) horsey jokes to hopefully put a smile on your face
With coronavirus giving us very little to be cheery about at the moment, here we bring you some of the best (or perhaps worst!) equine gags doing the rounds on the internet to hopefully put a smile on your face
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7 guilty thoughts most riders have (even if they won't admit it)
Everyone thinks of horse owners as healthy sorts who bounce out of bed at 5.30am every morning. But even the most enthusiastic of horse owners are guilty of taking a short cut from time to time...
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5 reasons to date an equestrian (and 5 reasons why you probably shouldn’t)
Choosing to date an equestrian is a toss-up. There plenty of pros (tight white breeches, impressive DIY skills...) — but a few cons that we'll admit to as well (hairy fleeces, an aversion to holidays during the summer...)
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5 ways to delight an equestrian this Valentine’s Day (top tip: forget the red roses)
If you’re dating an equestrian, and are wondering how you can make today (14 February) really special this year, here are some ideas to treat your Valentine
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8 struggles only short riders will understand
From being on permanent lookout for the nearest mounting block, to having to wear kids’ clothes, here are some of the problems of being a vertically-challenged rider…
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Are you a tall rider? Here are 9 things that will sound familiar
From finding breeches that are long enough to always having to get people's tack down for them, there are a few problems tall riders have to contend with...
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6 (sometimes shocking) things you discover while your horse is on restricted turnout
Here’s what you may well be discovering if your horse is currently ‘enjoying’ restricted turnout
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6 horsey New Year's resolutions (you're definitely going to break)
Here are a few resolutions that you might find trickier to keep than you think…
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Dear owner... — an open letter from your horse stating his New Year’s resolutions
‘Anyway, the good news is that it is actually possible to improve on perfection, and that’s why I’ve come up with the following New Year’s Resolutions...’
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14 things you’d forgotten about turnout rugs (until recently...)
Dealing with rugs is nothing short of a nightmare in this weather. Please come back, summer...
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Getting ready takes forever — and 7 other things you’d forgotten about winter riding
There’s something deeply satisfying about braving the elements to take your horse out — but chances are you’ll experience all or most of the following though...
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How safe is your tack? 12 top security tips
Farms and outbuildings will be particularly vulnerable when the clocks go back and the evenings get darker and longer, providing cover for thieves to work under — are you sure your tack is safe?
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18 horse-related superstitions that some people swear by
Horses have been around for, well, donkey’s years. They’re inextricably woven into the fabric and folklore of Britain — and many countries round the world, too. Here we round up a few horsey superstitions...
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Why horsey parents dread the start of the school term...
With children now back at school after the summer, horsey parents may be experiencing a cold, sinking feeling in the pit of their stomachs. Here’s why....
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13 things you’ll remember if you were pony-mad in the 80s
Do you remember being a pony-mad child in the 80s?
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8 things we unquestioningly do, even though, thinking about it, it’s a bit weird
Us Brits are sticklers for tradition, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the noble sport of equestrianism...
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9 things ex-racehorse owners get sick of hearing
If you’re the proud owner of an ex-racehorse, you probably find you get asked the same old questions about your noble steed, and hear the same tired statements repeated
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5 common plants that could kill your horse
While many plants can be poisonous if eaten to excess, there are some poisonous plants that horses should avoid at all costs
