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    What’s the H&H’s free article limit?

    Well that's shooting themselves in the foot... I've just seen this special offer link has appeared on the homepage if anyone's interested and the page isn't restricted from what I can see...
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    Moving to Harpenden.......

    Don't agree that it's a bad area for competition venues. Yes losing Patchetts was a blow but Bury Farm in Slapton isn't that far away, and Addington/Quainton Stud are a bit further over still. Admittedly I'm over the Herts/Beds border, but I feel I've got plenty of competition options.
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    Moving to Harpenden.......

    Lucky you. Lovely (and incredibly expensive!) town. Farrier: Antony Marris - he has a page on facebook GW Titmuss in wheathampstead will be your local feed and forage merchant For vets I recommend Farr & Pursey (based in Aldbury) - there may be others closer to you, but they are excellent...
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    Feedmark 50% extra free during September

    Great idea! http://www.feedmark.com/blog/index.php/50-extra-free-september/ 50% extra free on the following supplements, across all sizes: Gastric Comfort Veteranaid Opti Muscle Bio Pro Spirulina Meadowsweet Hope that helps someone!
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    Gothenburg warm-up video

    Looks like you were right about it being smoothed over hackneylass2... http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/penelope-leprevost-gothenburg-warm-up-fei-no-further-action-533578
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    Anyone had any issues with Flair Equestrian

    Note to anyone planning on ordering from this company, based on my personal experience I would definitely only pay via paypal and don't hesitate to use the paypal dispute process if you find yourself in the position of requiring a refund that isn't forthcoming. Issue now resolved, but I won't be...
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    Advice please! Pony will NOT box!!

    There was a video feature about loading a horse on the H&H website recently that might be helpful to you. I'll see if I can find it... Here it is - http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/features/gary-witheford-load-young-difficult-horse-video-471935 It's with that Garry Witherford guy who does at...
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    Anyone had a lesson with Kelly Turner (Milton Keynes EC)

    As subject line. Considering signing up for a cross-country session, but would like some opinions first. Horse is quite straight forward to jump, but I will be a bit rusty. Any thoughts?
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    What's with all these fake lorry ads?!

    It's a scam. If you email them they will reply, but for some reason you won't be able to view the lorry (seller too busy, on holiday, middle of a divorce, lorry temporarily located at the other end of the country) and they will tell you if you bank transfer a sum money to them as a deposit they...
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    Bracing myself for mud fever season..

    I recommend pig oil and sulpher, but you need to start applying it BEFORE any mud fever takes hold. Otherwise check out the tips here - http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/mud-fever - there might be something useful that you help you and your horse.
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    What do I need in my first aid box please?

    Here is what H&H's vet Karen Coumbe recommends: http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/horse-care/horse-care-tips/the-ideal-first-aid-kit-for-an-equine-emergency/
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    Do you attend the vetting?

    I attended the vetting for my latest horse and I was glad I did. The vetting showed up a few niggles and by being there I could see the issues and discuss them with the vet there and then, rather than have the vet describe them over the phone. If you can possibly be there I would recommend you do.
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    How does everyone prepare and deal with winter months????

    Loads of great advice on coping with the winter here - http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/winter-horsecare - some of these tips really helped me last winter. Check out the one about looking after yourself. All very well putting the horses first, but you need to take care of yourself so you are able...
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    How to help concentration (supplement?)

    There was a really useful article about improving a horse's concentration in H&H mag earlier this year. I've found some extracts from it on the website, although it isn't the full piece - http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/features/five-training-tips-to-help-your-horse-concentrate/ - hopefully there...
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    XC lessons with Nick Gauntlett

    I am considering signing up for a XC clinic with Nick at Milton Keynes Eventing Centre with my new horse. Anyone had a lesson with Nick who can tell me what sort of trainer he is? Thanks
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