12 New Forest pony facts every native fan needs to know...
Now that New Forest ponies can be found on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust’s “at risk” watchlist, it's time we sat up and took note: this handsome breed can't be taken for granted
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Why a mechanical horse could transform your riding
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced rider, we find out how a mechanical horse could boost your performance in the saddle
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Struggling to work your horse correctly over his topline? 4 exercises to help
Having your horse in an outline is a common goal when schooling — take a look at these simple exercises to help you achieve your aims
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The mysterious shrinking saddle — and other disastrous pre-competition discoveries
It’s full steam ahead to this year's competitions, right? Wrong — there’s always the minefield of disastrous discoveries to be negotiated first
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Settling for an average trot — and more pet hates of dressage judges
It is often the little mistakes that mean riders are giving away marks in dressage tests. H&H asks three dressage judges for their top three mark-losers and pet hates in the arena
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Learning to stand still — and other essentials for starting a young horse
This time of year is traditionally when many young horses are started under saddle. Once you’ve got to the stage where they’ve accepted the rider and done the initial riding away process, however, what are the essentials for a young horse to learn?
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Take a break: how to make a smooth transition from full work to field time
For many show and competition horses, the main season is coming to an end as the leaves turn and the mornings start with a hint of frost. If hunting isn’t on the cards, that means a well-earned break. H&H looks at making a smooth transition from full work to field time
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Which are the best spurs for dressage?
Thinking of using spurs during dressage training or competition? Here’s what you need to know when choosing the best ones for you
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How many of these ‘first show of the season calamities’ do you recognise?
Finally, the wait is over and the first show of the season is here. Your horse is fit, the horsebox passed its MOT and you even made a healthy packed lunch the night before. What could wrong? Ahem…
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Been there, done that, got the t-shirt: 5 reasons you can always rely on a family horse
There’s nothing to beat a good family horse — this Mr Dependable of the horse world might not be a world beater, but he’s worth his weight in gold
