Whether a novice or experienced horse rider we can all benefit from improving our seat position. A good seat can solve a lot of problems from wobbly legs to your hip collapsing on one side and problems with insecure rein contact

You’ll be a better rider and a better competition team if both you and your horse are fit to ride. Some equestrian disciplines, such as polo, eventing or classical dressage demand a higher fitness level than others, but any rider who is fit to ride will actually have more fun riding. No matter what equestrian discipline they prefer

Above all the ideal horse head conformation in all horse breeds is a head with a relatively broad forehead. Beyond that their are horse breeds that are known for distinct head shapes and others that are prone to certain faults. Dished profiles, Roman noses, large or small nostrils and a good throatlatch are among the many things the horse owner has to know and consider …

What every horse owner needs to know about horse teeth and how to care for them. How equine teeth are affected by stabling and grazing and the conditions that can result from incorrect feeding and the lack of a varied diet

The snaffle bit is the most common type of bit used while riding horses. It is available in many different versions from the French link to the loose ring and eggbutt

If you look closely you’ll see that there are only two basic types of horse bit, the snaffle bit and the curb bit. They each do different jobs and all horse riders should know what those jobs are and when to use each bit.

A well fitting saddle moves with the horse’s motion. A saddle that rocks will often chase the riders seat at rising trot. Correct saddle fitting is too important to be left to chance or dictated by fashion trends. Fit your saddle to your horse not to your ego.

Stabling and livery yard options and facilities can vary greatly, from the very basic to the prohibitively expensive. Knowing what to expect for your money and to ensure your horse is well cared for is essential

Ensure you know how and when to use a double bridle to avoid the disastrous consequences of novice use and incorrect fitting. There is nothing worse in horse training than placing advanced horse tack in the hands of an inexperienced or novice rider

A few groundwork basics to help begin your horse’s education. Always keep in mind that groundwork training is ongoing, from the second you take your horse out of the stable to when you return to the stable or you turn your horse out.

The conformation of your horse refers to the correctness of its bone structure, musculature, and its body proportions. Both horse conformation and knowing the points of the horse are important to horse owners that want or have to to care for a horse; or are involved in the equestrian industry or equestrian competition

Buying a horsebox is a major purchase option and requires careful consideration. For most horse owners owning a good quality horsebox with living and plenty of room for horsey friends, is a dream come true. But practical matters should take precedence and running costs as well as the initial purchase price should be considered

Buying a horse or pony is a big commitment, a standard horse can live to be 30 years old and will need to be provided with care, grooming, stabling, grazing, veterinary treatment and farrier or blacksmith treatment throughout its life.