Turnout

Individual versus group turnout: what’s the verdict?

Whatever your preference or circumstances regarding turnout, it is important to look at your horse as an individual and make the decision based on what is right — and works — for them

8 thoughts of a hardy turned out horse

The depths of winter are nearly upon us. Your hardy horse lives out all year round without a care in the world, saving you a fortune on livery bills and mucking out… But what do they really think about it?

6 top tips to help you create plaits you can be proud of

If you want show day mornings to go without a hitch, check out these useful tips to ensure your horse is seen in plaits to be proud of...

Turnout for horses: 24/7, part-time or not at all? Here are the pros and cons...

Should you turn out your horse 24/7 or should they come in? We ask some experts and get the low down from some other equestrians to find out

Immaculate plaits, perfect beds and marvellous muck heaps: 7 pictures that will make you want to up your horsey game

This perfectionist bunch has taken equestrian standards to another level...

10 ways to improve your hunter’s turnout (start stocking up on the Head & Shoulders)

It might be nearly the end of the season, but Heythrop stud groom Tony Stroud gives Horse & Hound his top tips for turning your horses out perfectly for a day’s hunting

Turnout boots: what are the pros and cons?

For some, turnout boots are an essential part of keeping their horse protected while in the field. Others, however, believe bare is best when it comes to legs. H&H looks at the pros and cons

Is your horse stable-bound? Take a look at these 7 boredom busters

If the rain and mud have resulted in your horse being stable-bound, then you and your horse may be feeling pretty fed-up, so take a look at these boredom busting tips

Katie Jerram’s top turnout tips [VIDEO]

Want to impress the judge in the showring? Showing supremo Katie Jerram shares her secrets for preparing horses to win time and time again

"Braideez" make plaiting your horse's mane easier

An American product has been launched in the UK designed to make plaiting your horse easier

Tottie launches new turnout rug for this winter

The "Vegas 300 Turnout" is made from 600 denier waterproof and ripstop polyester material, has 300g of filling and is lined with polyester

Masta adds new rugs to its collection for this winter

Equestrian rug manufacturer Masta has added new lines to its collection for autumn/ winter 2012

Where do horses like to roll?

Scientists in Japan wondered whether the surface available for rolling would affect the frequency and duration of the behaviour

What to wear for working hunter classes

Turnout is all important for any showing class, so make sure you and your horse look the part when making your working hunter debut with Horse & Hound's expert tips.

New "best turned out" series to reward stable staff

A new "best turned out" series for National Hunt horses has been launched by Racing Welfare

New research reveals scale of turnout injuries

New research suggests that horses get injured far more frequently than thought

Stand out from the crowd with clipping stencils

Want your horse to stand out from the crowd? You could always clip a carrot, L-plate or shamrock into his quarters

Royal wedding quartermark stencils on sale

Irish riders sport a shamrock, Kiwis a fern — with a royal wedding looming, how about flashing a crown on your horse’s quarters?

Reducing turnout may not limit grass intake

A new study suggests that reducing turnout to restrict a pony’s grass intake may be pointless

What to wear for BSPS showing classes

H&H explains what is the correct dress for riders competing in BSPS classes