First Aid Kit Essentials for Managing Horse Hives
Summer brings longer days, beautiful hacks, and unfortunately… skin irritants. Biting insects, environmental allergens, and even certain feeds can trigger hives (urticaria) in horses, leaving them itchy, bumpy, and downright…
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The Stages of Horse Mental Development: What Your Young Horse is Ready For (and When)
It’s easy to get excited about a young horse’s potential. They’re strong, full of personality, and can seem eager to learn. But just like children, horses develop mentally and emotionally…
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Horse Choke First Aid
If a horse has choke — a blockage in the esophagus (not the windpipe) — it’s a serious condition that needs immediate attention. Unlike in humans, horses can still breathe…
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Why Your Horse’s Flaring Nostrils Matter More Than You Think
At first glance, nostril flaring might seem like no big deal—just your horse reacting to a bit of exercise or excitement. But take a closer look, and those flaring nostrils…
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Why a 10-Minute Warm-Up Could Be the Most Important Part of Your Ride 🐎
When time is tight, it’s tempting to jump straight into schooling or test practice. But skipping or rushing your horse’s warm-up can lead to tension, resistance, poor performance — and…
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Is Rainwater Safe for Horses to Drink? Here’s What You Need to Know
Fresh rainwater might seem like nature’s perfect drink—and in many cases, it is! Horses grazing in the fields often lap up puddles or sip from natural rain-fed troughs without any…
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🐎 Mastering the Leg Yield: Step-by-Step Tips from The Rider Guider Audio Guides
When it comes to introducing your horse to lateral work, leg yield is the ideal place to start. It’s not only one of the foundational lateral movements in dressage, but…
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Understanding Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)
Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) is a condition in horses characterised by: EMS is commonly seen in “easy keeper” breeds like ponies, Arabians, and Mustangs, which are genetically predisposed to efficient…
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Breaking Barriers with Kieran Smith
Breaking Barriers: Kieran Smith Joins Rider Guider with Exclusive Audio Series We are beyond excited to welcome a very special guest to the Rider Guider Equestrian App – none other…
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Botulism in Horses
The Silent Killer: Understanding Botulism in Horses Botulism is one of the most dangerous and rapidly fatal diseases a horse can contract, yet it often goes unnoticed until it is…
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