Why Upgrading to a Yellow Tagged Helmet is Essential February 18, 2025 Your safety is paramount, and your helmet is your first line of defense. New Zealand has introduced yellow safety tags to helmets to ensure riders are protected with the latest...
A Practical Guide to Tendon Health February 03, 2025 Tendons are essential for equine movement, acting like elastic bands connecting muscle to bone. Â This guide covers everything you need to know about horse tendon care, from understanding how they...
Understanding the Wonders of Electrolytes (3 min read) January 29, 2025 Electrolytes play a crucial role in maintaining your horse’s health and performance. Here’s everything you need to know about these essential minerals and how they can benefit your four-legged friend....
A Helpful Guide to Horse Hoof Care January 14, 2025 Healthy hooves are the foundation of a healthy horse. Strong, healthy hooves are crucial for mobility, prevent painful lameness, and allow your horse to perform at its peak. This guide...
Beat the Burn: Protecting Your Horse from the NZ Summer Sun December 24, 2024 New Zealand summers can be tough on horses with sensitive skin. This blog post covers everything you need to know about equine sun protection, from topical sunblocks to protective gear...
Do you need to rug your horse? May 20, 2024 First, lets talk about thermoneutral zones. A thermoneutral zone is the range where the body temperature can be maintained with little to no energy expenditure. Humans have a narrow range...
The Sound Shoeing Protocol May 09, 2024 Rob Pinkney by Florian Hafner The “Sound Shoeing Protocol “was developed by Rob Pinkney to find a consistent, repeatable way to develop and ensure sound feet. According to Rob, the...
Is your horse struggling with Weight Gain? May 03, 2024 When your horse is thin there is more to think about than just increasing the feed. First of all it is so important to try and analyse why condition of...
How Much Feed and What to Feed Your Horse May 03, 2024 The Basic Amounts of Food a Horse Needs Everyday So, to start with let’s take an average horse of around 16.1hh and in light to moderate work they will need...
Tips to Prevent Your Black Horses Coat Fading April 26, 2024 A jet black horse is the stuff of childhood dreams and if you own a black horse, there's probably a little part of you that does a happy dance every...
Gearing Up: Preparing Your Horse for the Hunt Season in New Zealand March 19, 2024 As the crisp air of autumn sets in, signaling the arrival of the hunt season in New Zealand, equestrians eagerly anticipate the thrill of chasing hounds across picturesque landscapes. Whether...
Your Online Equestrian Supplies Store - even more horse gear November 07, 2023 We now offer Kiwi horse owners even more horse gear. We have curated a huge selection of equestrian products which you can now buy right here on our website - and get...