All about feeding your pony
July 2009
How to keep your pony shiny for the show ring, without getting too fat!
“Well, he’s a nice horse, but he would do better in the show ring if he had more condition”. This is something many horse owners hear when taking the first steps into unaffiliated showing, but how exactly should this be interpreted, and how do you achieve this without compromising your horse’s temperament?
First of all,...
June 2009
Q: I have heard people say that they add salt to their pony’s feeds. Why do they do this?
Why does my pony need salt?
Your pony needs salt in his diet to help maintain the balance of water in his diet. Water is important in your pony's body because it helps make sure his nerves and muscles are all in full working order!
When you've been out for a fast hack, done a hard jumping lesson or just...
February 2009
7:00am - Why it’s breakfast of course – not just for me, but for the horses too! Read about the rest of Donna's day