When genetics and feed regime are taken from the equation, the performance of your cows will depend on their housing environment. Cow comfort is essential. It is difficult to quantify what the net effect of an individual’s facility is having on their margin, but everybody is aware of the dramatic consequences an incident of lameness …
It’s no secret that horses are an expensive hobby. In fact, kiss goodbye to your cash because any spare money you have, you’ll find something horsey to spend it on! Now, if you were told you can give your horse superior comfort, cut mucking out time AND save money… would you believe it!? How to …
Stable flooring has moved in leaps and bounds over the years! Where stone or even cobbled floor was normal protocol, we now have the technology to produce the ultimate comfort in surfaces for our beloved horses. This gives them the comfort they deserve, while making our lives easier too! 1. Straw on Stone / Concrete …
What is needed for the ultimate cow comfort in a cubicle bed? There are 4 key elements outlined below for both cow comfort and a long lasting system. Comfort The bed should absorb the shock that occurs when the cow ‘free falls’ during certain stages associated with achieving the lying position. The bed should be …
Take a look at out top tips for horse safety on bonfire night. Bonfire night is great fun for most people. Toffee apples and treacle toffee around the bonfire, with beautiful displays of fireworks in an array of colours and patterns. It has a real buzz about it… unless you own a horse, where it …
There’s nothing better than getting out into nature – even more so when it’s riding with your favourite company. There are some beautiful routes throughout the UK that we are lucky to have access to. Here are our best horse riding locations in the UK: Pennine Bridleway The Pennine Bridleway is a national trail in …
The prospect of buying a new horse is exciting, but the act itself can be very challenging! A lot of owners selling their horses will want them to go to the best home possible. Unfortunately, other sellers may not be quite as considerate for the horse’s future or wellbeing and may prioritise making a quick …
Looking after your horse’s hooves is imperative for a healthy and happy horse. There are many issues that can occur if the hoof isn’t looked after, so it’s your job to ensure regular checks are carried out. Here are our top horse hoof care tips. Structure of the hoof Firstly, let’s take a brief look …
Did you know, a horse can go 25 days without food but only around 5 days without water. After this time the internal organs begin to shut down. Water is needed to regulate horse temperature, help digest food and absorb essential nutrients. If a horse becomes dehydrated it can seriously impact health. Horses lose a …
Groundwork is a group of exercises you carry out with your horse while you’re leading them on the ground. We’ll run through 5 types of groundwork exercises for horses and explain what each involves so you can get your horse groundwork checklist at the ready! Why is groundwork important Groundwork can really build trust …
