Recent content by BeesKnees

First off, Jan is probably the worst month of the year. Despite what everyone does, it's really not the best time to think of making big changes. Try to coast through, and give yourself a break. Taking the pressure off will actually help you get back on track faster. Wait until you start the...

If you believe that sugar pills can help treat mud fever, then yes, give them a try.

Starch IS sugar. It is made up of glucose units in a slightly more complex bonded form, than simple sugar. But it is all broken down into dextrose/ glucose.

Dammit, can't believe Ive got sucked into this. But they are now congratulating themselves on how they 'would' help people in need by taking food to a needy person etc. (whilst sitting at home in the warm on their computers..) I can't bear this sort of narcissistic self congratulatory...

Basic management to you maybe, but not to the reams of others who would question the need to "limit grass during peak hours", and see it as faffy BF nonsense (unless dealing with lami). In response to such footyness, how many people on here would advise shoeing? Quite a lot judging from all the...

Any other fitters in your area? I bought an adjustable saddle company saddle on eBay, but even that didnt fit, which is why I say online can be an expensive mistake. What about a new synthetic one?

I would've thought going through a saddle fitter would be best. They often have second hand stock. At least then you will have it properly fitted which is important, and doubly so if you're building your horse up. Buying off the Internet is so hit and miss you could end up spending a lot to find...

:D thought it best not to name names! The newer simulators do sound much better

Yep that's it. Unlike all the other non-horsy threads in NL which stay there.......not having a go at you Beausmate, but v suspicious as to why two pro RSPCA threads have been moved?

Yep did the EE one. It was ok, but a group course so didn't get very long. And the instructor seemed more interested in chatting than actually helping me.

Good for you. Good to hear the other side of the story.

Can't imagine you'll find anything there, it's very central and built up. I'd imagine you'll have to travel if you want livery around Oxford.

But don't you think many people would see even this level of management of barefoot as faffing? Many who shoe would refuse to accept that restricting grass is necessary, and is all part of the BF obsession with fashion over good standard horsecare?! Certainly it would be beyond the knowledge...

It's usually the way. Lots of strong opinions, but lots of great stuff in between the rowing :D

And as I said before, the useful thing then would be to look at what is different for you and your situation, that makes BF straightforward?