Recent content by Gunslinger

I'd recommend Mark Todd Auckland breeches with long boots - had mine for ages, worn them in all weathers...comfy and durable (albeit a bit faded now!).

Sounds like you have a sweet horse who has just had a bit of a fright. Whilst a new lorry may not seem like a big deal to us, it's full of unusual smells and unfamiliar fixtures and an unfamiliar confined space which eliminates his 'flight' option once he's in. I would go back to basics - baby...

I've found that the terrain rather than the distance makes more of a difference at this level. So, a 32KM ride across the fells in Cumbria for example is likely to be more challenging than a 40KM ride across gently undulating terrain with decent footing. If your horse is fit (and it does sound...

Could this possibly be scientific proof of Bigfoot's British Cousin...Big*****!

Suggest you ask your vet to take skin scrapings to rule out any parasitic causes. Also look up Follicular Dysplasia - a genetic condition which causes alopecia. Dogs with this condition don't show any significant signs of itchiness or discomfort, but it is often progressive and permanent. Hope...

*****land X Haflinger = *****flinger!

I really like Buck Brannaman, and use his approach when I can. It has really helped with bringing on a couple of youngsters, and helped me developed a great partnership with the mare I ride. I watched all 3 days of his clinic at Aintree last year, and really enjoyed observing his common sense...