Recent content by jodean

Ebony Horse Club is definitely not closing! It's the Westway Stables that have been under threat but happily they have had a reprieve. Let's hope it's permanent. They do wonderful work with inner city children in West London - as do Ebony in South London. Ebony have recently been in the press...

Having read quite a few articles about this, I think it was just a bit of fun for kids over half term and not a serious solution. It's only made of cardboard. Also once they convert the stable for a Shetland, it can't be used for other horses. They probably just need a new stable anyway.

You say you are going back to a riding school. That's a good way to see how you feel and fit on different sizes and types. Then one day, you'll suddenly find the right one and everything else will fly out of the window! Good luck.

Some things are worth waiting for! I wish you both all the best for your future together. I remember getting my first pony. So exciting, whenever it happens.

Some horses adapt to being in more easily than others but I think maximum turnout is essential. Apart from anything else, grazing stretches out their backs naturally. You only have to watch a horse graze to see how they enjoy finding that tasty bit of grass.