Guest blog

New and stricter safety requirements have been established for riding helmets to ensure your safety as a rider better. Uvex offers a range of options to suit everyone's needs. Still, the key takeaway is that the new Uvex riding helmets provide the best protection according to the latest standards while maintaining an elegant look!

Spring has been a splash this year! With the rains nurturing nature, our pastures are lush and green, bursting with grass. It’s a far cry from the dry spells of previous years. But here’s the catch: that explosion of grass can lead to some seriously plump ponies, even after just a few hours of grazing! We’re seeing more chubby horses this season, which means a higher risk of laminitis. So, let’s keep those hooves in check! Here are some tips to help you out.

As summer approaches, the days grow longer, and it's the perfect time to enjoy delightful rides in the sunshine. However, the warm weather also brings out pesky insects. Thankfully, QHP’s summer collection includes an impressive new line of fly protection gear designed to provide your horse with optimal protection against these tiny invaders.

The swirling leaves, the shallow puddles in the yard and warming your hands over a steaming cup of tea in the canteen: autumn has its own charm in the stable. But for your horse, these new weather conditions can take some getting used to. A blanket can then be a fine solution. With these Bucas blankets, you and your horse will welcome autumn in the best possible way.

Our latest guest blogger Caro also know as @loeil_de_shoo talks about her experience with Dy'on bitless bridle.

Now that the cold days are upon us again, some horse owners choose to clip their horses. But how do you keep your horse warm? And what are the consequences for your horse's comfort zone?

The leaves are turning red, there’s barely a fly in sight, and your hands are buried deep in your pockets. It is fall! This means that you can bring out your winter coat again, and your horse will also be creating a winter coat of his own. Are you at a loss with all available coats, rugs and blankets? Read this blog and you’ll be all set for winter.

We all recognise it: You are standing in front of your wardrobe thinking, what am I going to wear today? Especially during the changeable autumn weather, it can be difficult to find suitable clothes for the weather. One moment the sun is shining and the next you're in the middle of a downpour. If only you had put on that waterproof jacket...

I don’t buy new riding clothes very often. So when I do, it’s very conscious and thought through: clothes that are comfortable, practical and look good. Not just buying for the sake of buying, but investing in good items that you’ll wear a lot and for a long time. I recently got a nice spring outfit from Ariat: pretty, practical and very comfy – must-haves in your wardrobe.

Lots of people and horses have problems with it: pollen and hay fever. From early spring, the first trees start to shed their pollen, followed later by grasses and shrubs. We know that this can cause a lot of irritation, coughing and itching, but what exactly is pollen allergy actually?

During a dressage training session, it’s handy to have some leg protection for your horse. Protecting your horse’s leg with bandages, brushing boots or something else can prevent superficial wounds due to knocks, but can also help prevent shock absorption during higher dressage exercises. Depending on why you need extra protection, there’s multiple options to choose from. We’re here to give you tips on how to pick the best for your and your horse’s needs.

Yes, spring is on its way! This also means nice fresh spring grass for your horse. A good transition to spring grass is important to prevent intestinal flora disorders and colic. And if your horse has colic, what can you do about it? In this blog we go deeper into that!