Recent content by daizylindsay

Yes Donkeymad I agree about the fitting but she said it was for a cob and my horse is very wide so I wasn't suggesting just getting one to fit the rider. It has to be comfortable for both.

How about a 17.5inch wide fitting saddle, mine is a 17.5 farrington in wide fitting and has a very comfy wide seat. I would suggest getting a second hand saddle fitter to bring you a big selection and fit one properly for you, it gives you peace of mind that it fits then and any change of shape...

Poor you, I think you have been very sensible, I had my first baby last September and am struggling to ride twice a week. It is hard but I am lucky to have great family support - Mum and Sister both help and we share the work. I sometimes think it would be easier to sell him but he is more...

I don't shred my own but I do use paper bedding from HossBed which comes out at £4.25 a bale with free delivery, also they use a small van and pack 70 bales inwhich is great for me as access is a no go for anything over 7.5tonne where we are.

Stupid man, hes obviously got a temper, imagine what he would do if he was at home, if he has the temper to do this in front of an audience. Would love to see him flogged then thrown in a river or similar to teach him a lesson!

conservatives.

Definitely the grass I woud say. My horse is fine to catch 99% of the time but if he has some fresh grass or a new field he will run off. I usually have to get a bucket of feed to tempt him (although wouldn't recommend this method if there are a few in together as you may cause a riot).I agree...

Thanks for all your replies, I will look into all your suggestions. I find it much better to get opinions off other horsey people than just asking suppliers or internet research. Wish I could wave a magic wand and it all be done! or theres always the lottery... :D

Hello all, this is probably a bit boring but.. We currently have 3 horses on our own land and stabling but the fencing is completely ramshackle (we are doing the place up slowly funds allowing), it is a mix of electric - some on some not, sheep wire and stone walls. We need to simplify it to...