Recent content by JaneByrne

Interesting stuff. I have to stay that studding is my least favourite activity when competing (just worse than plaiting). I stud only on outside of hind legs as I have had horses catch themselves with studs inside. I tend not to use them for dressage as I'm worried about unbalancing her...

Wow! Lots of very dominant view on this one. I keep my mare on her own while she is in work and she is perfectly happy. She loves going out to competitions and riding events but breathes a contented sigh when she gets home to her own space. She has 365 days access to lovely paddocks. She...

Really interesting! I was out hacking yesterday, walking along on a long rein, and my horse leant down and snaffled up a banana skin quick as a flash. I was quite worried that it might be bad for her but this has put my mind at rest. I'll try her on a whole banana next.

Great photos Karen. Glad you enjoyed the training session. You both did really well.