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He's actually sitting on his whole pelvis, 3 point seat, and that is often easier in a standard saddle when the horse lifts in front...

I havw BHS qualifications. I have a MSc in applied equine science. They have informed my teaching over the years but do not define it...

You don't say anything about the fitness level of this horse or what work he's in currently. Lunging WILL be uncomfortable for horses...

Can you elaborate further as to why you think this? Is this from 1st hand experience of these people? Regarding getting more...

I could have written exactly what DL has written, in fact I was about to write it but they got in before me! I know our local riding...

Depends what happens, are you using a lunge cavesson or bridle? Personally, I'm of the thought, if they don't need to then I wouldn't...

Lots of events are advertising for help/volunteers at the moment. Local riding clubs usually cry out for help on or before event days...

I know there are opportunities to help marshall at Hickstead in August, that may give you a good start to build a network.

Volunteer with an RDA group?

Fair point. My equitrek trailer was on the drivers side actually - I never thought about it. Although previous trailers also either rear...

I have found the ramp that side is great. If I have to park on country lanes, I can pull right in, ramp down/ horse off / ramp up and...

I can't see in my head how it would work in a 3.5t as the weight needs to be on the drivers side but I wouldn't want the ramp that side.

Yeah I was a bit shocked to see she actually wants even more, as if him needing more medical care than just £300 worth justifies it! The...

Do you use the same farrier/dentist/vet? Could you organise a routine visit and ask if she wants to share? Professionals are usually...