Essential First-Aid for Horses: Preparing for the Unexpected April 24, 2024Emily Hyams When it comes to caring for your horse, being prepared for emergencies is crucial. At EquiZone, we understand that the health and safety of your horses is paramount. That's why...
Greener Pastures: Navigating the Transition to Spring Grazing for Horses March 27, 2024Emily Hyams As the winter thaws into the vibrant life of spring, turning out horses onto lush pastures requires careful consideration to ensure their health and happiness. From managing grazing times to...
The Gentle Touch: Leather Bits for Horses March 13, 2024Emily Hyams In the world of equestrian sports, the choice of bit is crucial for the communication between horse and rider. Among the ever growing choice of bits, leather bits stand out...
Bridle Fitting - A Simple Guide for Equestrians February 02, 2023EquiZone Online Finding the perfect fitting bridle for your horse is essential for your horses comfort and performance, but how do you ensure that a bridle fits properly? With our simple guide...
Choosing the right leg protection for your horse July 05, 2022Emily Hyams Protecting your horses legs when exercising is an important factor to take into consideration to help prevent unnecessary injuries. Although not all injuries or accidents can be prevented, there are...
Proprioceptive training - prevent injury and enhance the horse's performance January 07, 2022Michelle Botha Equestrians are always looking for ways to improve their horse’s abilities and prevent injuries. To achieve just this, many are starting to incorporate proprioceptive training into their work. Proprioceptive training is a...
Horsey, it's cold outside! Which rug does my horse need? September 28, 2021Kimi Lehmann Horses are good at regulating their own temperature. The so-called thermoregulation is an interplay of coat condition, body fat percentage, sweat gland activity, muscle contraction and vascular movement. If, for...
Respiratory disease (COPD) in horses and what to do about it August 04, 2021Michelle Botha Respiratory disease (COPD) in horses and what to do about it There is a steady increase in the awareness of one’s horse’s health among equestrians. As a result, many horse...
My First Horse - A Dream Coming True January 29, 2021EquiZone Online When I bought my first horse all by myself, I was so excited and eager to get my horse that I didn't even think about many aspects. Even now, the...
Spring Feelings - Dealing with fresh and yummy Springrass January 26, 2021EquiZone Online The new meadow season is right around the corner and therefore the question on how we can prepare our horse for the new feeding situation, so we avoid colics and...