Mindfulness has many potential benefits for drivers - including when overtaking cyclists and horse riders
    A new video resource has been produced to promote the safe overtaking of horses and cyclists with mindfulness techniques. Inappropriate overtaking is one of the key problems faced by cyclists and horse riders, which is typified by another vehicle approaching too quickly or too closely, and then passing without sufficient lateral clearance or at too high a speed. This can destabilise a bicycle and frighten a horse. Drivers overtake too close and too fast for a number of reasons: they may not...
    By Hoofpick Life 2024-07-18 08:21:53 0 3K
    Horse charity struggles with an increase in welfare reports during cost of living crisis
    The Bristol-based rescue centre plans to adapt its facilities to cope with the demand and make it safer for both horses and humans. HorseWorld is home to more than 100 horses and donkeys, predominantly rescued from welfare situations, with over half arriving from seizures where the HorseWorld team have worked in collaboration with other welfare charities and local authorities.“Our HorseWorld herd is currently at capacity and the calls keep coming in asking for our help.” Said...
    By Hoofpick Life 2024-07-02 07:06:59 0 3K
    Aura, rescued HorseWorld pony shines at Royal Bath & West Show
      In 2020 Aura was part of what was described as “one of the biggest animal welfare operations ever in the UK”... She was found with a group of 130 neglected and suffering horses living in appalling conditions. HorseWorld, along with other equine charities collaborated with the RSPCA to rehome the horses. When she was rescued she was very nervous, severely underweight  and suffering from worms and a lice infestation. Thankfully, the expert care of our HorseWorld...
    By Hoofpick Life 2024-06-17 07:32:25 0 4K
    FEI Solidarity Grant helps fuel equine careers for women in Cambodia
    The Cambodian Equestrian Federation (CEF) is set to launch a pioneering vocational training programme at the beginning of March, aimed at boosting the participation of young women in Cambodia's growing equestrian sector. Created with the support of a Gender Equality Grant from FEI Solidarity, the primary objective of the programme is to provide comprehensive support and mentorship to women aged 15 to 20, guiding them towards establishing sustainable careers as grooms in stables or riding...
    By Hoofpick Life 2024-02-15 18:18:42 0 7K
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