Recent content by PeterNatt

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    Worming advice and pasture management

    I have the same problem. My pony has exclusive use of a paddock, and the poos are picked up each day, yet every now and then, when the worm count is carried out it shows worms. One solution may be to change paddocks to avoid the paddocks becoming contaminated with worms, and leave the previous...
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    Poorly pony suggestions

    Have you checked for Tape Worm?
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    Suggestions for youngster getting silly in traffic

    The only way you are going to get your horse bombproof/trafficproof , is by riding him out each and every day with a totally laid back in heavy traffic horse.
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    Anxious horse + anxious rider

    I would suggest that the two of you are not compatible. My advice would be to sell her and find yourself a nice new horse that better fits your needs. Good Luck!
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    Moving on from the perfect horse

    I try to find a horse locally as locals will know its true history and temperament. My present horse was from the pony club.
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    What to do with ex-racehorse over winter?

    You have been totally honest, and there is absolutely no point in you getting injured. I would sell her on to someone who has the confidence and ability to sort her out.
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    Barn box profile roof spray foam insulation ?

    In the event of the company having ceased trading or gone into liquidation, you need to contact their accountants or the liquidators and determine who their insurers were. Then make a claim against their insurers.
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    Barn box profile roof spray foam insulation ?

    I would instruct a structural surveyor/engineer to carry out a survey and provide you with a written report outlining the necessary actions to resolve the issue. Then ask the company that installed the foam to rectify the issue as per the surveyor's report. If they fail to comply, then take them...
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    Fireworks at pet store owner causes death of horse

    WHAT TO DO if your neighbours are having a firework display close to your horses’ stables /paddocks. If you have already had a nice chat to explain how worried you are, etc. about your animals and your neighbour is not prepared to listen, here are some tips on what to do next: Firstly, have a...
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    Feeling Upset

    Sorry to hear of your loss of Rufty. You gave him a nice home.
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    Horse crossings on the A66

    There are a number on the A14 Between the A1 and M1. When these roads were built horse riders sould have aksed for an underpass/bridge as they are far safer.
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    Buying rant

    I bought mine via the Poiny Club. Advantage: everyone knew its history and temperament, and it was local.
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    Off-Lead Dogs Worrying and attacking Horses and other animals

    https://www.leashandrelease.com/campaign-history
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    Questions about Biosecurity

    I would suggest that it is essential that the horses have been vaccinated for flu every 6 months, Tetanus annually, and Strangles. Alos worm counted.
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    Techalogic DC-1 Hat Cam

    I use mine every day. I download to my desktop computer.
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