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    Paddock hoovers vs. Paddock sweepers (vs. fork & wheelbarrow!) ???????

    I was told that they severely increase the risk of grass sickness. they are effective but not as good as poop scoop. some places use them, i prefer using the tractor with poo scoop lol
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    Whos in the wrong.............

    ahhh well tell him to f*** it then! haha, you aren't in the wrong!
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    Whos in the wrong.............

    you aren't in the wrong, you told him as soon as you knew. are you sure he is deliberately blanking you. if it were me, i would actually go and confront him and tell him what happened. are you leaving because of this????? i would try and see if you can sort it out between both of you first. if...
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    My Boots keep slipping down!!!! DESPERATE!!!!

    ok i posted earlier about bandages for XC and i was recommended boots instead. however i cannot find boots that won't slip down her legs. (they either dont go round or slip down, if the are tight when they go round, they slip!! ). my horse has its legs clipped out all year and doesn't normally...
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    Which bandages for XC????

    Really Vet wrap?does it protect your horse enough?? i take it you put fibregee underneath??. That sounds fantastic!
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    Are you rugging up in this dreadful weather?

    Mine has a rug on today (canvas) just because it's blustery and wet. But if your horses are comfortable in this weather, then just leave them out naked lol
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    Which bandages for XC????

    Right i am going XC'in in a few weeks time with my M/W cob, and i am finding it VERY hard to find boots to fit her, so i was reccomended bandaging. However i am usure as to what bandages to use, she does not brush/ overreach etc but she isnt always the cleanest of Jumpers hence why i just want a...
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    half pads... what do they do?!?!

    nah don't worry lol i use them all the time as i said. they would be fantastic for him if he is saddle sensitive and as i said you can use them for anything.
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    Novice 25? Does anyone have a copy they could send?

    I can't get hold of a copy for my test on tuesday please help i would be so grateful!
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    Comments on this young horse please

    I think he is nice but certainly over priced considering there are schoolmasters that are just as nice going for half the price. But if you like him then go for it.
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    half pads... what do they do?!?!

    Half pads can be used in conjunction with a numnah/ saddleloth or without. I tend to use mine if i am showing or schooling as it helps show off the shoulder a bit more. They are also good for that little bit extra protection to the back and also they can raise the saddle slightly. I adore mine...
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    Dressage sitting or rising? And and Warming up!

    thanks, i thought that about the market Harborough but just wanted to be sure!
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    Help please - how can i de-stress my lovely girlie?

    my horse gets like this what i found best was to just take her to loads of events with horses but not compete, make her stand around and maybe have a graze etc. After about 3 events she was fantastic. Her results started to improve and i felt like i wasn't fighting her so much and she was...
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    Dressage sitting or rising? And and Warming up!

    I have a dressage competition on tuesday. i have decided (stupidly) to attempt the novice (:-S) not realizing that i would have to do medium trot/walk/canter :-) I have since taught my horse in 30 minutes do do a reasonable medium walk and trot but i find i get the best results when i am doing...
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    Bandages for XC???

    thanks!
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