Section Key Points Meet the Requirements and Gather Necessary Paperwork Registration Certificate from AHA or a recognized registry Ownership must be recorded Both owner and handler need AHA membership Meet health requirements such as vaccinations and Coggins test Understand the Classes and Judging Criteria Conformation Classes: Judged on conformation, quality, substance, and Purebred Arabian type Movement and Action: Factors like length of stride, regularity, power, etc. Type and Substance: Includes muscle, bone, and hair coat quality Prepare Your Horse Regular grooming, exercise, and handling for comfort and confidence Use a suitable halter Grooming: Defined mane, clean coat, trimmed hooves Familiarize Yourself with Show Procedures Check show schedule and premium book Arrive early for check-in and familiarization Network with other enthusiasts for tips and advice Benefits of Showing Permanent recording of show results Points towards Horse and Amateur Achievement Awards Networking opportunities with enthusiasts Seek Support and Resources AHA for guidance and resources Facebook Groups like Arabian Breeders and Owners Alliance Connect with experienced exhibitors Preparing for Your First Showing Show with a Part-Bred Arabian: A Comprehensive Guide Preparing for your first showing show with a part-bred Arabian can be an exhilarating yet daunting experience. Ensuring you and your horse are well-prepared involves understanding various requirements, rules, and best practices. Here's a detailed guide to help you navigate this process effortlessly. 1. Meet the Requirements and Gather Necessary Paperwork Before entering any show, you and your horse must meet specific requirements and have the necessary paperwork. Here are some key points: Registration Certificate: Ensure your part-bred Arabian (Half-Arabian or Anglo-Arabian) has a valid registration certificate from the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) or another recognized registry. Ownership: You must be the recorded owner of the horse, as listed on its registration papers. If involved in a contract sale or lease, consult with the AHA for advice. Membership: Both you and anyone who will ride or handle the horse during the show must have an AHA membership. Health Provisions: Ensure your horse meets all health requirements, which may include vaccinations and a negative Coggins test, depending on the show's rules. 2. Understand the Classes and Judging Criteria Arabian horse shows offer various classes, each with its own judging criteria. Here's what you need to know: Conformation Classes For part-bred Arabians, classes are judged on conformation, quality, substance, and Purebred Arabian type, in that order. Half-Arabians and Anglo-Arabians may show characteristics of other breeds, but the first three qualities take precedence. Movement and Action Judges observe the horse in action, considering factors such as length of stride, trueness, spring, regularity, power, and height. Type and Substance The horse's type, which identifies it as an Arabian, and its substance, including muscle, bone, and hair coat quality, are also important. 3. Prepare Your Horse Proper preparation of your horse is essential for a successful show experience: Training and Conditioning Ensure your horse is well-trained and conditioned for the show. This includes regular grooming, exercise, and handling to make your horse comfortable and confident in the show environment. Halter and Equipment Use a suitable halter that complements your horse. For example, a thin rolled leather halter with a leather loop instead of a chain can be a good choice. Grooming Pay attention to grooming details such as a well-defined mane, clean and well-groomed coat, and properly trimmed hooves. 4. Familiarize Yourself with Show Procedures Understanding the show procedures will help you navigate the event smoothly: Show Schedule Check the show schedule and premium book for specific class times and rules. The show secretary can provide detailed information about the entry process and any specific requirements for the event. Arrival and Check-In Plan to arrive early to check in and get familiar with the show grounds. Let the show office staff know you are new to breed shows, and they can provide valuable advice and support. Networking Take the opportunity to meet other Arabian horse enthusiasts. Many owners and trainers are happy to share their experiences and offer tips, especially if you approach them at a less busy time. 5. Benefits of Showing Participating in AHA-recognized shows offers several benefits: Recorded Results: Your horse's show results will be permanently recorded on DataSource, which can enhance its value and reputation. Points and Awards: You can collect points towards Horse and Amateur Achievement Awards and qualify for Regional and National Championship shows. Networking Opportunities: Showing provides a great opportunity to meet and network with other Arabian horse enthusiasts. 6. Seek Support and Resources If you're new to showing, dont hesitate to seek support: AHA Resources The Arabian Horse Association is a great starting point for information. They can guide you through the process and provide resources to help you get started. Facebook Groups Join Facebook groups dedicated to Arabian horse lovers, such as the Arabian Breeders and Owners Alliance, where you can ask questions and receive advice and support. Experienced Exhibitors Connect with more experienced amateurs in your region who can offer valuable advice and tips. Conclusion Preparing for your first showing show with a part-bred Arabian involves understanding the requirements, classes, and judging criteria, as well as properly preparing your horse and familiarizing yourself with show procedures. By following these steps and seeking support from resources and experienced exhibitors, you can ensure a successful and enjoyable experience for both you and your horse. 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Every horse owner needs to know how to poultice a hoof. However good your hoof care regime is, abscesses are common and being able to correctly apply a hoof poultice is vital for drawing out the infection and helping your horse make a quick recovery.Foot abscesses occur when bacteria enters the hoof and causes infection. If the abscess isnt likely to erupt by itself, your vet or farrier will make a small incision to allow the infection to escape.Once that has been done, you can poultice the hoof. This will help to draw out infection and keep the area clean to prevent further reinfection.Modern poultice dressings (such as Animalintex) contain boric acid and tragacanth, which helps draw out the pus.Things you will need for a hoof poulticeA hoof poultice can be applied warm or cold, and wet or dry. Wet and warm is usually recommended by vets because it is thought to draw out infection quicker than a cold or dry poultice.If a poultice is required for more than two or three days, you may start to use a dry poultice instead as constant wetting can soften hooves, leaving them vulnerable to problems like thrush. Ask your vet for advice.It is worth keeping the following items in your first aid kit, ready to use if you find yourself needing to apply a hoof poultice to your horse:A poultice dressing, such as Animalintex. Choose one that is a ready-made hoof-shape or cut a piece to sizeScissorsA roll of cotton woolSelf-adhesive bandage, such as VetrapStrong tape (such as Duck tape) for the external layerClean warm water and a plastic container for soaking the poultice dressing inClean towel for drying the hoof.How to poultice a hoofAlan Davies, who earned the nickname super groom as head groom to Carl Hester and Charlotte Dujardin, explains how to poultice a hoof so that it stays in place and does the job correctly.Here is his step-by-step guide:1 Clean the hoofIt is very important that the hoof is clean and dry, both on the outside and underneath, before you begin the poultice. Washing the hoof and then thoroughly towel drying it is the first step.2 Get the dressing readyCut your poultice dressing to size so that it covers the whole bottom of the hoof. If youre using a wet poultice, soak it in clean, boiled water thats been allowed to cool.3 Apply the hoof poulticeSqueeze out the excess water before you apply the dressing to the hoof. If you are using Animalintex (or something similar) and it has a shiny side, make sure this plastic layer is facing outwards. Push the poultice into place.4 Add a layer of paddingWrap a layer of soft padding over the top of the poultice and around the hoof. Pay attention to cushioning soft tissue areas like the heel bulb and coronary band.5 Cover with a protective layerNext, Alan likes to wrap a piece of paper feed bag that has been cut to size around the entire hoof. Its down to personal preference not everyone will do it, but it works well for Alan. The idea is it helps prevent everything getting dirty, he says. Its also easier for the next layer to stick to.6 Start bandagingNow apply your self-sticking bandage over the top of the poultice to hold it all in place. You dont want it too tight, as this can cause pressure over the soft tissues, but it doesnt want to be so loose that it falls off the hoof, advises Alan.Ensure you get good coverage under the sides of the hoof to hold the poultice in place. Some people like to cover the whole underside of the hoof (this is a must if you havent used the paper feed bag layer), which is fine.7 Apply the duct tapeNow stretch duct tape over the top of the hoof poultice to create a waterproof layer. Cover the hoof in full the entire bottom and all the way up to the top. You can also use a hoof poultice boot if you have one, but be careful it doesnt rub.8 Check your handy workMake sure the duct tape is firmly stuck down by pressing it into place with your fingers, both on the top and bottom of the hoof. Its a good idea to carefully make a small snip in the duct tape at the front above the coronet band, to help relieve any pressure on the horses pastern.9 Change a hoof poultice regularlyAs a general rule, you will need to change a hoof poultice twice a day (morning and night), especially if there is a lot of pus coming out.Sometimes once a day may be enough, but be guided by your vets advice.By using the paper bag layer and leaving an inch or two sticking out at the top, it makes the whole hoof poultice easier to peel off.Alans top tips for a hoof poulticeDont poultice more of the foot than you have to, especially if you are wet poulticing, as the hoof can become waterlogged, which weakens the horn.Only use a wet poultice for two to three days at a time, then switch to a dry poultice or dressing to keep the area clean.Watch out for any swelling coming up the pastern, as this can be a sign that the infection is going up the leg. If this happens, call your vet immediately.If you find your horse requires a hoof poultice and you havent got the right materials to hand, dont panic. Ive seen nappies used to poultice a hoof before, and cotton wool or Gamgee can work as a padding layer if it needs too. Ive even seen hooves wrapped in a plastic bag (beneath the duct tape) to help it be waterproof too.Even if none of these options are viable, another effective way to dealing with a foot abscess is to bathe your horses hoof (using warm water in a tub) for five minutes. Some horses are patient enough to tolerate, but others are not!After bathing the hoof, towel dry it and thenapply a dry poultice. Ive found that using a dry dressing can mean its more likely to stay on.When is a hoof poultice needed?Foot abscesses are very painful and sudden, extreme lameness is often the first most noticeable sign. I remember walking to the field to bring in my ex-racehorse Mr Buckle, only to find him on the other side of the field and nowhere near his field mates.Thinking it was unusual, I called to him and he neighed back a sad, Im in pain neigh rather than his usual happy voice and then he hopped two steps towards me.He was non-weight bearing on his near fore and although I had seen and treated numerous hoof abscesses I the past, it was still a very worrying sight.As luck would have it, my farrier was already on the yard to shoe a different horse and he kindly went into the field, found and released the abscess, allowing Mr Buckle a more comfortable walk to his stable, where I set about washing, drying and poulticing his hoof.The relief when the farrier released the abscess was instant. Mr Buckle put his foot on the floor and was able to walk again. It took a couple of days of poulticing to draw all the pus out and he made a full recovery.Signs of a hoof abscessSigns that your horse may be suffering from a hoof abscess and require a poultice are:Heat in the hoofAn increased digital pulseTheyre in pain and discomfort and clearly lamePus is discharging from the coronary bandThere is swelling up the leg.Of course, the problem may not be an abscess at all, so its always best to consult your vet for advice as soon as you spot anything unusual. Hoof abscesses are very painful, so your vet may be able to prescribe painkillers for your horse.All images copyright Your Horse Library/Sally NewcombRelated contentHow to prevent a hoof abscessWhat to do if your horse punctures the sole of their hoofEssential items for your horses first aid kitIs barefoot a better option?Prevention and treatment advice for thrush in horsesThe post How to poultice a hoof correctly appeared first on Your Horse.

The first thing most of us do when it starts to rain is put on a waterproof coat but is it also necessary for your horse to wear a rug when the heavens open?Unlike people, horsesare designed to get wet. Small horse breeds such as the Shetlandhave evolved with a coat that is almost waterproof without any help from a rug. Even on very wet days, if you part the coat of one of these hardy ponies while they are wintering outdoors you will find the skin is virtually dry and warm.These breeds have a dense, soft, insulating underlayer which traps air between the hairs. This inner layer is overlaid with an outer layer of longer hairs.These latter hairs have an oily coating secreted by sebaceous glands that open into the hair follicles. This water-repelling oil is continuously secreted onto the hairs at a low level.If the horse rolls (and this may be one reason why horses do it), contact with the ground compresses the follicles causing more oil to be squeezed onto the hair.The traditional practice of strapping banging a horses skin with a wisp of hay or straw results in a shiny coat because oil is squeezed from the glands onto the hair. Shampooing removes this oily layer, significantly reducing the horses natural weatherproofing.Shivering for heatWe should also remember that the horses digestive system plays an important role in keeping them warm.On cold days, horses keep theircore body temperature warm by reducing the blood supply to the extremities.Their ears and legs become cold, and the hairs in the skin become more erect, increasing the depth of the insulating layer of air close to the skin.Once the air temperature drops below 0C (known as the lower critical temperature or LCT), the horse increases their metabolic rate to generate heat and, in extreme cases, starts shivering.Shivering is a reflex action triggered by an area in the brain that is stimulated by cold skin. The shivering muscles generate heat as a by-product of their contractions.The response of horses to rain seems to be highly individual. Some will immediately seek cover under trees or in afield shelter while others seem unmoved and continue grazing.But when rain is very heavy or accompanied by strong winds, most horses will try to find some protection for example, by standing against a fence or a tree line.You will find that they do this even when the horse is wearing a waterproof rug.Tail to the windThe horses rear end will be directed towards the wind, ensuring only the smallest area of their body is exposed when they are not wearing a waterproof rug.The tail and dock protect the hairless areas underneath. When rain lands on the horse the outer hairs collapse and bunch together in a downward direction. This deflects and channels the water off the horse, while protecting the inner layer from getting wet. The collapse of the outer coat causes less air to be trapped in the deeper layer, increasing heat loss.When the rain stops, the wet hairs dry as the moisture evaporates. This process is assisted by the horses movement and by wind travelling across the coat.Just as with sweating during exercise, the evaporating moisture takes heat with it, cooling and in some cases chilling the horse.Also, unless the horse is groomed, the segmentation of the hair into bunches persists for several days after drying, prolonging the cooling effect.Finer horse breedsIn contrast to native ponies, the soft inner layer in finer-coated breeds is shallower and the outer layer of hair is shorter.As well as an overall reduced insulating effect, there is less resistance to the chilling impact of rain on the skin.Rapid evaporation of water from a wet coat caused by wind may result in wind chill. This can be quite marked in some horse breeds, such as Thoroughbreds, who often will benefit from wearing a waterproof rug.While rain scald and mud fever have long been associated with constant wetting of the coat and legs, we also have to consider how a wet coat can affect the horses ability to regulate body temperature and develop strategies to mitigate any adverse effects.Given an opportunity to adapt, horses are far more tolerant of cold weather than humans are. In fact, horses are more likely to be stressed by heat than by cold and so it may not be in their interest to reach for that waterproof rug youve been eyeing up.Resisting the coldWe often underestimate how cold-resistant horses are. A persons lower critical temperature (unclothed) is 25C, well in excess of that of horses.On cold days, if we feel cold, our horses probably do not.However, when we add in rain and wind, a significant chilling effect may occur.Both young and veteran horses have been shown to be less tolerant of cold and need extra care.Young horses have less body fat to insulate them. Older horses are less well able to regulate their body temperature, are generally less active, have a less efficient digestive system and sometimes have health problems.In all of these cases, wearing a good quality and well-fitting waterproof rug will be useful.Related contentDr David Marlin explains when horses get coldMagnetic therapy for horses: does it work?How to take care of a horseHow to prevent mud feverUltimate guide to horse health insurance and vet fees coverThe post Does your horse really need to wear a rug when it rains? appeared first on Your Horse.

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Defender Burghley Horse Trials (@burghleyhorsetrials)The fall edition of the British 5* offerings is always a hotly contested event and what a class weve got at Defender Burghley Horse Trials this year. Theres competitors from ten nations, including World Champions, 5* winners, Olympians and the current World No 1, 2 and 3, all primed and ready to canter up the center line over the next two days. That doesnt include last years equine champ, Ballaghmor Class, who wont be defending his crown, although we do have his human counterpart, Oliver Townend, this time with Kentucky 5* winner Cooley Rosalent. Also in the field, and looking to set their sights on the Rolex Grand Slam should they take the win at Burghley, are Badminton winners Caroline Powell and Greenacres Special Cavalier, and lets not forget, last year we saw the best ever Burghley dressage score put down by Tim Price and Vitali, whore making us wait til the very end of play tomorrow to see whether they can shave any more fractions off their record-breaking score. Seriously, the quality of the horses at the first horse inspection was just *chefs kiss* across the board and were in for a real treat over the next few days, thats for sure.First up today is Britains Harry Meade, whos a triple threat; hell get things underway this morning with the first of his three rides, Superstition, at 9:30am local time / 10:30am CET / 4:30am ET. If youre following the American camp, heres the times you need to know:Theres two to watch out for today (Thursday): Jennie Brannigan is first up for the US with FE Lifestyle they go at 9:07am ET. Mia Farley and OTTB Phelps have their turn at 10:34am ET.The rest of the US contingent will go tomorrow (Friday):Cosby Green and Copper Beach continue their European campaign at 4:37am ET.Hannah Sue Hollberg and Capitol H I M are over in England for the first time; they enter the Burghley Main Arena at 6:02am ET.Andrew McConnon and Wakita 54 will wrap the dressage up for the US at 9:30am ET.I could go through the field and pick out combinations of note but basically its all of them, so heres the full list of todays ride times for your perusal. If youre yearning for even more insight into the horse and rider stars wholl be taking on Burghley this year, then youre in need of ENs epic Form Guide, which youll find right here.As you know, here at EN were true eventing geeks, happily wearing our fingers down to bloody stumps in order to bring you all the content you can handle. This week weve got you covered with live blogs following every single step the runners and riders take in all three phases as well as our classic detailed reports of all the action each day. If your ears are firmly pricked towards the cross country, well be cluing you in on all the fences out there on the Burghley estate in our course preview and well be wrangling the riders to bring you the low-down on what they think of the fences theyll be facing when they leave the start box on Saturday watch out for Riders React, coming soon. Keep it locked on to EN and click here for all of our blood, sweat and tears go on fellow eventing nerds, you know you want to. As if that isnt enough, weve got great IG content happening too @goeventing.Ill be bringing you live updates from the Main Arena throughout the day, so keep this page refreshed and watch this space. If youre catching up with this later and are the type to like things in order, scroll and read . If going backwards is more your jam, have at it. Follow along with the live scores here.With all that said, and the bell imminent, lets kick on and enjoy all the glory that is Defender Burghley.Lock steady and go eventing!Defender Burghley: [Website] [Entries] [Timing & Scoring] [Burghley TV] [Tickets] [ENs Coverage]ENs coverage of Defender Burghley is proudly presented by Kentucky Performance Products, your one-stop shop for science-backed nutritional support for every horse. Click here to learn more about KPP.________________________________________________________________________________6:02am ET Dan Jocelyn and Blackthorn Cruise Dan has brought Blackthorn Cruise all the way through the levels from BE100 to their first 5* at Burghley in 2021. Photo by Tilly Berendt.Todays Test:Dan and Blackthorn cruise come down the Burghley center line and get off to a solid start with a 7.5, 7 and 6 for the first halt. They move off into trot and the scores stay up in the 7s in the initial part of the test. This horse looks very rideable and his trot work is very clean and balanced. All accurate thus far.The halt at C isnt quite square behind but pulls in an 8 from one of the judges. The reinbacks a smidge sticky for two 6.5s and a 7. This horse doesnt have the really big movement of some of the others well see which shows in the walk, but hes listening to Dan and trying for him. There could be more suppleness in the pirouette for higher marks but he looks happier as he goes into the canter section of the test.Blackthorn Cruise sure does look fit and hes doing a good job as he starts his canter movements. Theres a little blip in the first change but the others come up very accurately. They finish up with a great halt which scores an 8 and two 7s. Theres been a couple of tiny blips but overall this was a solid test and a good starting point for their competition.Dan Jocelyn and Blackthorn Cruise score 33.2.________________________________________________________________________________5:54am ET Bella Innes Ker and Highway II Bella spent two seasons with William Fox-Pitt before setting up her own yard. Horses are in her her dad runs Floors Stud, a commercial Thoroughbred breeding operation, and her mom organized Floors Castle International Horse Trials. Highways been round Pau and Luhmhlen, picking up jumping penalties both times, so Bellall be gunning for a clear this time around. Shes already had a Burghley win this week, with the Fairfax & Favor best dressed prize at the first horse inspection. Photo by Eventing Nation.Todays Test:Bellas celebrating her 30th birthday with a trip round Burghley cross country, what a cool way to spend a special day. First though, dressage.They get off to a great start with two 7.5s for the first halt and the early trot work is impressive; its balanced and flowing and the marks show that with lots of 7s and 7.5. Theres a bit too much push in the extended and Highway thinks about breaking into canter, Bella holds him but the scores drop a little. Theyre quickly back on track though and the scores are back up into the 7.5s.A bit of a shame in the halt at C, Highway gets a bit tight and that affects the reinback too. They put that behind them and the walk is really very good with an 8 creeping into the scores. The pirouette is a little tight though and Highway looks happy to get into canter. Theres lots of quality on show in the canter work and Highways got a lovely expression on his face as he works with Bella. As they progress the tension creeps in though and is showing in the changes, with the scores dropping slightly for those movements.Overall this pair create a very nice picture together and they finish up with 7s across the board for the halt. A couple of mistakes today but nothing that some homework cant iron out. Theres clearly a lot to look forward to for Bella in this phase.Bella Innes Ker and Highway II score 38.6.________________________________________________________________________________ Nicole Mills and Fearless W5:47am ET 5* rookie combination, Nicole and Fred are making long-held dreams come true this week as they make their debut at the level. Nicoles a very local rider, based just two miles from the estate, so Fredll be familiar with the scent of the Burghley turf as he hoofs it round the track on Saturday.Todays Test:This horse is by Nick Skeltons Olympic show jumper, so weve got that to look forward to on Sunday. For now though, were focusing on the flat. They come super straight up the center line and the halt is very secure. Nicole has got her game face on as she takes on her first ever 5* test on a horse shes produced through the levels herself, such an achievement in itself no matter what happens. This is a lovely big rangy horse whos showing off very balanced trot work and pulling in 7s on the whole. This is a combination who are really working as a partnership and theyre being rewarded in the scores for lots of accurate work. The halt at C brings in a 7.5. The reinback is sound for 6.5s and a 6.The walk doesnt come as easily to this horse as the trot did; its a little tentative in places. They navigate the pirouettes very well though and there are 7s in the scores. They set off into canter and theres more lovely work on show. This pair may lack experience at the level but you sure cant tell that from whats going on in the ring. The changes are very clean with 7s coming in across the board for the first one. Nicoles riding very accurately and Fred is being very rideable and answering all her questions; their partnership is clear for all to see. What a great start to their Burghley. Theres a big cheer from her local crowd at the end of their test and Nicole looks thrilled with Fred. Chills going on for this pair; a proud moment for Nicole and a job very well done.Nicole Mills and Fearless W score 32.6.________________________________________________________________________________5:39am ET Emma Hyslop-Webb and Jeweetwel Theres been some discussion in team EN on how this guys name is pronounced Dyou eat well??? Its this 10-year-olds first time at the level and he sure was excited to get going at the horse inspection, taking off towards the cross country while Emma held on tight. Dressage first Huey, sorry, thems the rules.Todays Test:Getting us restated after the break, Emma and Huey are ready to get their Burghley started. They canter up the center line and dribble slightly into the halt but move off cleanly into trot and immediately start pulling in scores in the 7s. This is a young horse but, boy, is he showing potential in the ring this morning. He scores an 8 for his extended trot. Hes a very good moving horse and looks to be very rideable. The halt at C is excellent and is rewarded with 8s across the board. The reinback is slightly sticky though.Theres a bit of tension in the walk work, the horses head has come up and hes rushing a bit. Emma tries to bring him back but he shortens up in the neck rather than just slowing down. Shes got everything in order by the pirouettes though and the marks move back up into the 7s.The tension continues slightly in the canter work. Hueys looking around and has hollowed a bit which is affecting the marks; theyre consistently in the 6s though. The change is muddled and the scores take a big dive, but the second one is clean and clear and theres a 7 for that. The final halt is a bit messy for 4s and a 4.5 This test started off really well with so much potential on show and this is obviously a very exciting horse for the future. Emma Hyslop-Webb and Jeweetwel score 37.7.________________________________________________________________________________Were heading into a short break now. Back in just over 15 minutes, at 5:39am ET.________________________________________________________________________________5:15am ET Aaron Miller and Friendship VDL Aaron also has Tomatillo in his string, a clone of William Fox-Pitts 2004 Badminton winner Tamarillo. Hes at Burghley with 5* first-timer Friendship VHL off the back of three top-10 finishes. Photo by Tilly Berendt.Todays Test:Well be heading into a short break after Aarons test.This pair look very smart as they make their way around the ring waiting for the bell. They come dead straight up the center line but then step to the side slightly in the halt which results in two 5s and a 7 from the judges. This horse really does have a lovely way of going, hes so striking and his trot work is very elevated and fancy. There are lots of very nice scores coming in for the early work 7s and 7.5s on the whole.Friendship seems to be very confident in his work and Aarons riding very accurately, key ingredients for good scores in the first phase. Theres a slight bobble in the halt at C but the reinback is clean. The walk work isnt quite so big as the trot and the scores drop into the 6s sometimes, but everything is very relaxed and horse and rider look to be happy in whats going on in the Burghley Main Arena.They set off into canter and pull in an 8 and 7.5s for the extended. This really is an impressive test and this is a horse who has proven he can climb the leaderboard after the jumping phases. What an exciting prospect for Aaron. The changes arent consistent, a little blip in one but the next is very good and the third is a little muddled. Theres a step off the center line in the final halt but overall this has been a very nice test to watch with the horse showing all of his potential and a rider wholl be very pleased with his efforts.Aaron Miller and Friendship VDL score 33.________________________________________________________________________________5:07am ET Susie Berry and Irene Leva Susie relocated from Ireland to England in 2014 when she went to work for one of her eventing idols, Piggy March (you guessed it, her other hero is Pippa Funnell). Shes here with two rides, first up 5* debutant Irene Leva.Photo by Tilly Berendt.Todays Test:Oh, this pair get off to an unfortunate start with a little stumble as they come up the center line, which is reflected in the judges marks. Susie quickly gets things back together though and the young mare settles nicely into the trot work to pull in scores in the 7s on the whole.The halt at C isnt square, but they hold the immobility and the reinback comes up clean enough for 6s across the board. Irene Leva looks to be nicely relaxed in the early walk work with Susie keeping things quiet and the first pirouette is marked really well with 7s in the scores. This is such an elegant horse and shes really trying for Susie, theyve obviously got a very good partnership. They set off into a balanced canter and the scores stay up in the 7s overall. That is until the changes; Tina Cook in the commentary box call them enthusiastic. They come up so quickly and Irene Levas just finding things a lot; theres 2s across the board for the final change as the horse looks up into the judges box. Overall though, theres been lots to like in this test and this is obviously a very exciting horse for the future.Susie Berry and Irene Leva score 40.3.________________________________________________________________________________5am ET Gaspard Maksud and Kan-Do 2 Gaspard had other sporting dreams, before eventing he wanted to play rugby however I didnt really have the size and when the other players started to think I was the ball, it was time for me to change sports!. Rugbys loss is for sure eventings gain, Gaspard! Photo by Tilly Berendt.Todays Test:Gaspards berets are a wonder to behold at horse inspections, and he didnt disappoint yesterday, going hard down the matchy-matchy route with a purple hat, bowtie, jacket and loafers. Suits you, sir! Hes back in his riding helmet for today though.They enter the ring and get off to a sound start. Kan-Dos not the biggest of movers in this phase but hes working nicely for Gaspard in the early trot work with scores in the 6s and 7s coming in. Theyre slightly short of the center line for the halt at C and its not quite square, but the reinback is good. They set off into walk and Kan-Do has a nice way of going and pulls in an 8. He begins to get a little tense as it goes on though and the gelding rushes a little towards the end of the walk movements. He settles a bit better as he moves off into canter.This is a long horse for Gaspard to manage in the dressage ring and the changes are a bit of a problem. Quite a bit of tension comes into the half-pass, his head comes up and Gaspard has to bring him back; the scores are 2s and 3s for that movement.Overall this horse has really tried for Gaspard and he finishes off nicely with 7s across the board for the final halt. For sure theyre looking forward to the cross country.Gaspard Maksud and Kan-Do 2 score 41.6.________________________________________________________________________________4:52am ET Matthew Heath and Golden RecipeNew kid on the block Golden Recipe AKA Elmo will be here for an educational run on his debut at the level, but hes got a lot of blood and is a gutsy lil guy so itll be cool to see him get his teeth into the meaty track on Saturday and perhaps make a bid for a leaderboard climb Todays Test:In case youre wondering what pirouettes are doing in the 5* test, were seeing the new C test at Burghley this year. If you want to follow along with the movements, heres the test sheet.Elmo lost his balance slightly in the first halt and it takes him a little while to settle into the test. The scores improve as they progress in the trot work. The halt at C is much better and the reinback comes up cleanly for two 7s and a 6 from the judges.Elmos really quite settled in the walk, impressive considering he wont have been in this big of an atmosphere before, given its his first time at the level. Matts cautious in the pirouettes but Elmo performs the turn; the marks drop though. They set off into canter and Elmo seems to let the tension get to him. He kicks out against Matts leg in the change; all the changes are difficult as Elmos got a bit tight and the scores drop quite significantly.Elmo seems to be getting buzzier as the test goes on. Its 5s across the board for the final halt as Elmo shimmies off the center line. Hes obviously a sensitive horse, Matts not wearing spurs, so for a first time at 5*, this was a solid start with a bunch of experience banked.Matthew Heath and Golden Recipe score 43.7.________________________________________________________________________________4:45am ET Pippa Funnell and MCS Maverick Pippa was the first (and only in the long format) winner of the Rolex Grand Slam shes also been awarded an MBE from the Queen of England for her services to equestrianism and is a childrens author and video game star. Photo by Tilly Berendt.Todays Test:Pippas got her game face on as she enters the ring. This is another rider wholl perhaps be glad of the early draw meaning the crowd isnt as big as itll be later on in the day.The early work is very settled and there are lots of scores in the 7s coming in. They halt slightly short of the center line but its clean and the reinback is equally sound for 7s across the board. A little tension creeps into the walk work and Pippa uses all of her experience in the pirouettes, asking for a soft turn rather than really going for the big marks. It works though and Maverick is doing a lovely job and is really trying for Pippa.They set off into the canter work and the scores are back up into the 7s with some 8s. They continue to be rewarded throughout the canter and the final halt is given a 9. Pippa smiles and looks very happy with that test, as so she should; it was a real example of a partnership between horse and rider.Pippa Funnell and MCS Maverick score 28.3.________________________________________________________________________________4:37am ET Ros Canter and Izilot DHI Isaac is known to be spooky and Ros sometimes has to ghostbust as they gallop round the cross country. He sure is a talent though, and became a 5* winner on his debut at the level at Pau last year. Photo by Tilly Berendt.Todays Test:Isaac showed off his spooky side at yesterdays horse inspection, but it looks as though Ros has got things under wraps today. The early draw will have helped to limit the atmosphere in the Main Arena, so itll be interesting to see how he gets on in there. He sure looks like a smart customer as he trots round the ring waiting for the bell.Isaacs not quite square in the initial halt but he moves off beautifully, so bouncy and athletic. Hes certainly looking around a little but hes trying really hard for Ros. Theres such quality to his movement, hes pulling in 8s for the early lateral work in trot and gets a 9 for the half-pass. Ros rides the halt at C really cleverly and there are 9s in the scores for that. She gives Isaac a hot second before the reinback which is very clean for two 7.5s and a 7.The walk work is quiet and Ros really is riding superbly, of course. The pirouettes are neat and tidy and then theyre off into a beautifully balanced canter. There are 8s and a few 9s coming in for the canter work. Isaacs making the changes look very easy, and we all know theyre not. He goes to look up but Ros is right there every single second, holding his hand and making things happen. Overall this has been a fine display of horsemanship from Ros and pure talent from Isaac.And we have a sub-20 score for our second horse of the competition. Wow.I should say that scores are provisional as they come in. Ill update them as theyre confirmed.Ros Canter and Izilot DHI score 19.8.Ros was absolutely thrilled following her test. She talked to ENs boots on the ground, Tilly Berendt:Ive been practicing since Luhmuhlen, having him a little bit more in self-carriage and lighter. Hes obviously always been quite spooky, and so Ive kind of gone for the safety option of having him very secure and doesnt show him at his best. So since Luhmuhlen, Ive been really trying to let him dance like he can and, yeah, I think were nearly there, like, theres more to come. I think definitely more to come. ________________________________________________________________________________4:30am ET Harry Meade and Superstition In 2009 Harry became the youngest person ever to receive an Armada Dish for 5 Badminton completions. Hes at Burghley triple-handed, first up Superstition, whos got a hat-trick of 5* top-10 finishes in the States under his cinch, will he add a British one to his record? Photo by Abby Powell.Todays Test:Its on everyones lips at the horse inspection and one of the hottest talking points of the day what color will Harrys pants be? Well I can inform you that he was resplendent in royal blue as he jogged up the strip with Slinky. But that was yesterday; today hes getting the whole shebang underway for us and this pair look mighty fine as they take to the ring.Slinky really settles in nicely and is performing like a real pro in there. Hes clearly listening to Harry and theyre pulling in scores in the 7s on the whole after bit of a mixed start. They halt square at C but he doesnt really hold the immobility which affects the reinback two 5s and a 6 for that movement.Slinkys playing a little with the contact through the walk work and then shows his disapproval of the pirouette movement hes a bit sticky in both. Hes happier once they set out into canter and is rewarded with three 7s for a very clean first change. Theres a bit of tension showing up in the connection but Harrys happy with the third change and smiles as it comes up very nicely. The changes really have been a highlight in this test. Slinky swings his quarters off the center line in the final halt, but overall this has been a clear round for them. Perhaps a little ring rusty on the horses part, obviously not Harrys, but a sound start to their competition and to Burghley.Harry Meade and Superstition score 32.4.After his test, Harry talked about how hes prepared Slinky for today:Hes a lovely little athletic horse, and I deliberately came up 10 minutes before my test, very short warm up, and went in and actually only brought him here yesterday. He did a light gallop at home, and then came up in time for the horse inspection, and then this was the first time hes been ridden here. So just very much trying to just keep it normal for him, not sort of over-pressurizing him with a big occasion.________________________________________________________________________________

Lameness is one of the main symptoms of navicular in horses and both front feet are usually affected, which can make it difficult for owners to identify. Good regular hoof care is vital for helping to prevent it, as well as managing horses with a positive diagnosis.When both feet are affected equally by navicular, there is no obvious nodding of the head when the horse is trotted up in a straight line. Instead, the stride may look short and choppy.It may be easier to identify lameness by lunging the horse on a circle, because the inside leg takes a greater strain and any pain this causes the horse will trigger head nodding.Symptoms of navicular in horsesNavicular syndrome is a debilitating condition responsible for over a third of chronic lameness in horses and its symptoms can be so discreet that it creeps up on owners unawares.Symptoms of navicular in horses may start as an intermittent low-level lameness that resolves with a couple of days rest.In the early stages, some horses may warm out of the lameness, which means they appear to be stiff as they leave the stable and improve with exercise.Other noticeable symptoms of navicular in horses are frequent stumbling and/or pointing one foot at an angle. A keen eye may notice that the horse subtly puts their toe to the ground slightly before the heel lands when walked on a flat surface and viewed from the side.This toe-heel action occurs because horses with navicular syndrome feel pain in their heel region.Diagnosing navicularPrecise diagnosis of navicular is based on the characteristic symptoms and signs together with a lameness work-up by your vet.Your vet may employ a number of techniques in locating the source of pain, including injecting local anaesthetic around nerves supplying the foot or into joints within the foot.These nerve blocks can narrow down the region the pain is coming from, but they must be interpreted with care as the anaesthetic can diffuse and affect other areas too, not just those areas it was intended for.If navicular syndrome is suspected, X-rays can be taken of the foot. These focus on two things:The shape and balance of the foot, and how the external appearance of the hoof relates to the internal positioning of the bones within the hoof. Here vets look at the angles of various structures in the foot to determine what biomechanical forces are applied to the hoof.Appearance of the navicular bone itself is also evaluated. A number of changes seen on the bone, such as new bone formation or loss of bone density, can indicate navicular syndrome. It is worth noting, however, that some horses X-rays show changes to their navicular bones and yet have no symptoms or lameness, while others who do have navicular syndrome show no evidence of this on X-ray.What is navicular in horses?It is useful to understand that navicular is not a single disease per se, but more of a syndrome in horses where multiple structures may be implicated.The navicular bone is a small boat-shaped bone, sitting at the back of the hoof and tucked behind the larger pedal bone (sometimes also called the coffin bone). Its held in place by a number of ligaments.The navicular bursa is a sac filled with lubricating synovial fluid positioned at the back of the bone to cushion the deep digital flexor tendon as it passes over the navicular bone.Pain associated with navicular syndrome can come from damage to any of these structures supporting the navicular bone, as well as direct damage to the bone itself.Historically, navicular was attributed to interruption of the blood supply to the navicular bone: this is the vascular theory. This has gone out of favour as a major factor in navicular syndrome but treatments geared towards restoring the blood flow do have some effect, so opinion is still divided.The navicular bone takes a lot of biomechanical strain when the horse moves. As the deep digital flexor muscle contracts, the tendon tightens and pushes on the navicular bone. To help prevent damage to the tendon or navicular bone, a thick layer of fibrous cartilage protects the bone, and this may be worn down in cases of navicular syndrome.Which horses are most at risk?To make some generalisations, navicular is more often found in horses with a certain foot conformation: overlong toes and collapsed heels.There is believed to be a genetic component as navicular syndrome is more common in certain breeds such as warmbloods, thoroughbreds and quarter horses. It rarely affects ponies.A susceptible conformation subjected to repetitive concussion can lead to a degenerative processs within the foot.The average age for a horse to develop signs of navicular disease is between seven and 11 years. This perhaps reflects the degenerative nature of the problem caused by wear and tear. However, I know that it can occasionally be seen in horses as young as three.How isnaviculardiagnosed?Diagnostic techniques taken from human medicine have been adapted for horses. This has taken the diagnosis of navicular syndrome to a new dimension.Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) allow vets to take a closer, detailed look at all the structures in the hoof: bone, cartilage, tendons and ligaments. This means that we as vets are able to diagnose soft-tissue injuries previously unseen on X-ray.MRI scanning is restricted to referral hospitals. Conditions that once upon a time may have been put down to navicular can now be more accurately diagnosed. These include fraying of the deep digital flexor tendon within the hoof or damage to the supporting ligaments of the navicular bone.This way of viewing the foot are very useful but also expensive (in excess of 1,000). Some insurance companies dont cover their cost fully, so its worth bearing this in mind if you choose to go down this route.Preventing navicularIt can be hard to see how you can possibly prevent a condition like navicular developing when so many factors contribute to it. However, some simple rules do apply.Good, regular routine farriery every 4-6 weeks will help reduce the load on the heels and over the navicular bone.If your horse historically feels the ground, it is common sense to avoid riding at speed or jumping on hard ground. The repetitive concussion of riding on hard ground is inflicted on the heels and navicular region and can be enough to encourage the onset of this degenerative condition.Avoid tight circle work unless on a soft, level surface.Be sensible if the ground is unsuitable. If you turn up at a competition and the going is too hard, be wise enough to put your horse back in the lorry, no matter how far youve driven, and curse the good weather on the way home.Treatment optionsTreatment options for navicular syndrome have come a long way. Firstly, the treatment should be geared towards the actual structures identified as involved in each individual case. For example, a soft tissue injury may require an extended period of box rest (over six months in some cases).Corrective farriery is a vital part (if not the main piece) of the treatment jigsaw for navicular. Teamwork between you, your vet and your farrier can assist in keeping your horse sound and comfortable.The aim is to re-establish the best foot shape possible to cope with the demands of work and to fine-tune the forces placed on the foot to avoid over-loading the vulnerable areas, namely the rear third of the hoof.Hoof balance is keyHooves should never be allowed to grow overlong and so make a date in your diary for shoeing every four to six weeks.The foot should be balanced from side to side, the toes shortened and good heel support provided. This may take the form of a rolled toe or four-point shoe, bar shoes or 10 heel wedges.Some farriers like to use silicon pads for their anti-concussive effects.Careful use of oral anti-inflammatories may help, such as phenylbutazone (bute). Its important not to make the horse so comfortable that it worsens an existing injury.Vets often inject an anti-inflammatory, such as steroid, directly into either the coffin joint or the navicular bursa.Injecting into the navicular bursa is the trickier but more effective option.In one study, 60% of horses were still sound after two months following bursa injection, compared to 34% that had their coffin joints medicated.Other treatments to alleviate symptoms of navicularA newer treatment to the UK is the anti-arthritic drug tiludronate (Tildren). It helps to switch off cells involved in arthritic processes.Tildren is given as an intravenous drip and has been effective in treating some forms of navicular where bony remodelling is a feature.In some cases, Isoxsuprine has been used successfully on the basis of the restoring good blood flow to the feet and satisfying the vascular theory of navicular.As a last resort, some owners opt for neurectomy, which is a de-nerving operation. This is a surgical procedure to numb the hoof by cutting the nerves that supply it.It is often used as a last resort as there are many risky consequences associated with de-nerving, such as dangerous stumbling or development of severe foot abscesses.Sometimes the nerve grows back or forms a painful lump called a neuroma. Many governing bodies, such as the FEI, do not allow de-nerved horses to compete.Despite this, for some horses and owners it proves to be a valid option and they continue to live a happy, pain-free life for many years.Main image and diagram: copyright ShutterstockRelated contentHow to keep your horse safe and sound when hacking on hard groundHow to tell if your horse is lameThink you can condition your horses legs to hard ground? Think again, warns vetHow to take care of a horseThe post What are the symptoms of navicular in horses? appeared first on Your Horse.

Versailles, France US Equestrian is pleased to announce the three combinations who will represent the U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in team competition for medals beginning tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 6. at 9:30 a.m. GMT (3:30 a.m. U.S. ET) with Grade IV competition.The following combinations will represent the U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team and are listed in alphabetical order.Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.) and Floratina, a 2008 Hanoverian mare (Fidertanz x Rubina) owned by Rowan ORiley and cared for by Mackenzie YoungRebecca Hart and Floratina, gold medalists in Individual Grade III Para Dressage. Photo by Sarah Miller/MacMillan PhotographyFiona Howard (Boston, Mass.) and Diamond Dunes, a 2013 Hanoverian gelding (De Lor x Wibella) owned by Dressage Family LLC and Hof Kasselmann and cared for by Helen Claire McNultyFiona Howard and Diamond Dunes, gold medalists in Individual Grade II Para Dressage. Photo by Sarah Miller/MacMillian PhotographyRoxanne Trunnell (Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) and Fan Tastico H, 2017 Oldenburg gelding (Fuersentball OLD x Weltmeyer) owned by Karin Flint and cared for by Rafael Hernandez-CarilloRoxanne Trunell and Fan Tastico H, silver medalists in Individual Grade I Para Dressage. Photo by Sarah Miller/MacMillan PhotographyTeam competition for the U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team will begin at 1:10 p.m. GMT (7:10 a.m. U.S. ET) with Roxanne Trunnell and Fan Tastico H in Grade I.Thursday, September 6 Orders of Go Full Start List Grade IV Grade V Grade I Grade II Grade IIIFor more coverage, visit ourParis 2024 Paralympics main page.Watch all of the Paris 2024 para equestrian action livestreamed or played back on demand (subscription required). For more information go toNBCOlympics.com. Edited Press Release | Source: US EquestrianThanks to CareCredit for our spring and summer equestrian coverage.The post 2024 Paris Paralympics: US Equestrian Announces Combinations to Contest Team Competition appeared first on Horse Illustrated Magazine.

Its been an extraordinarily intensive summer at Church Farm with a strong team of5* horses. Were now almost at the start line of Burghley with an unprecedented fiveentries, all fit, sound and ready to run. Those who dont go to Burghley will make theexciting trip across the pond to the Maryland 5* next month which is always a realadventure so its by no means a consolation.To have five horses capable of running round Burghley is a huge achievement. Itsbeen years of work and dedication from the team backstage to produce these horsesto this level. Theyve all had a smooth summer of preparatory events and are feelingconfident and prepared. With each having their own bespoke training, it has takenextreme time and devotion, so huge credit must go to Jess, Molly and the whole homecrew.Away Cruising and Superstition both did smart tests and jumped double clear in the4S at Burgham in Northumberland, with Et Hop du Matz following suit in the British Open at Hartpury. Annaghmore Valoner & Cavalier Crystal have both been kept at 3 level since winning Bramham 4L and finishing 3rd at Burghley respectively. This suits them better, theyre both super jumpers and I want them to find everything easy and come into Burghley brimming with confidence. Both the girls have jumped double clear in all their events this summer with some stunning dressage scores. Its exciting to be stepping up the next generation of horses to 4 level. Amiro Island and Cooley Anything you Like both had a great trip to Hartpury in the Intermediate Championships (run round an Advanced track) finishing 7th and 8th respectively. Theyll both head to the prestigious 8/9 year old 4*S at Blenheim in a couple of weeks. Below them, the younger horses are feeling superb and have beenvery consistent in all their performances. The consistency from our horses has been shown in the British Eventing Stats Centre at the end of August we have the highest number of Show Jumping clears, and the same for Cross Country. This is across all levels of UK events from all riders of all nationalities!Harry Meade, September 2024The post Harry Meades Road to Burghley 2024 first appeared on Redpost Equestrian Blog.

Browbands are designed to keep a horse or ponys bridle in place. This essential piece of tack is available in several different types, from straight to curved or anatomical, with many styles, colours and materials to choose from (bling or no bling, for example?).Buying a new browband is a more affordable way of updating a horses wardrobe than buying a whole new bridle. Whether you need to replace a broken browband or are just looking to add a little more sparkle or interest, good fit is essential for your horses comfort and to make sure the bridle sits on their head properly.Fitting a browbandBear in mind that browbands arent adjustable, so its important that you buy the right size for your horse.It should be big enough to allow the headpiece to lie comfortably behind the ears. The browband should also lie just below the base of the ears, without cutting into them, but not so low that it is close to the horses eyes. For more information on the different types of a bridle and bridle fit, click here.If you compete, check your membership bodys rule book if you are unsure if a style of browband is permitted at events.For instance, British Dressage stipulates that while a browband must be worn, bridles must be predominantly black, brown, grey or navy and may not be decorated with tassels or any additions to the normal configuration.Shop for horse browbandsHeres our pick of some of the many browbands on the market.Collegiate Plain Browband IVThis classic browband is made from the finest quality European leather and is 2cm wide.Colour: Black or brownSizes: Pony, cob, full or warmbloodRRP 15.25 (US$19.99)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereShires Velociti GARA Plain BrowbandA budget-friendly option, this plain browband features elastic within its loop ends. Shires says it will fit most bridles.Colour: Havana or blackSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP 7.99 (US$12)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereAscot Raised Padded Elasticated BrowbandThis raised browband is padded for increased comfort and has a classic look.Colour: Brown or blackSizes: Pony, cob or fullRRP 11.95Buying in the UK? Purchase hereClassic Curved Contrast Leather BrowbandThis curved browband has contrasting cream stitching and features snap buttons making it easy to take on and off. It comes with a protective sleeve.Colour: BlackSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP 38.95Buying in the UK? Purchase hereDyon Collection Anatomic BrowbandThis anatomic browband has cream stitching and brass Dyon pin. A matching anatomic noseband is also available.Colour: Black or brownSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP 45 (US$90)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereUnicorn crystal browbandThis blingy browband features a curved design and sparkly, Iridescent crystals. Ive used Stampede Equestrian browbands in the past and they are even more eye-catching in real life.The leather is also very soft and supple, so they offer good quality as well as beautiful designs.Colour: Leather: black or brown; Crystals: unicorn 2 row, unicorn 3 row, or unicorn ab/opalSizes: Cob, full or extra fullRRP 37Buying in the UK? Purchase hereLynton V-shaped Diamante BrowbandThis v-shaped browband from John Whitaker has an edge-to-edge diamante design.Colour: Black and silverSizes: Pony, cob and fullRRP 25 (US$32.88)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereHorze Magic Carousel II BrowbandThis pretty curbed browband features coloured gem stones.Colour: BlackSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP US$35Buying in the USA? Purchase herePretty Ponies Classic BrowbandMade using Italian velvets and satins, the ribbons on this show browband are plaited onto a 1/2 width leather.Colour: Green/navy/goldSizes: 12-16RRP 39.99Buying in the UK? Purchase hereArgentine BrowbandThis polo browband features a pampa diamond pattern which has been hand-stitched.Colour: Navy, red, beige and green on brown leatherSize: 40cmRRP 11Buying in the UK? Purchase hereShow Baroque BrowbandThis handmade browband is decorated with brass ornaments and coloured stones.Colour: Brown black or red leather with a variety stone colour optionsSize: 40cmRRP from 23.20Buying in the UK? Purchase hereHorze Brass Clincher BrowbandThis classic browband features brass detailing.Colour: Black or brownSizes: Pony and fullRRP 17.49 (US$8.75/sale price)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereRelated articlesBridles tried and tested for fit, value for money and performanceHandy A-Z guide to horse bits plus fitting adviceParts of a bridle explainedDo draw reins have a place in training?Bridle fit and horse head anatomy *VIDEO*The post Browbands: fitting advice plus Your Horses pick of the market appeared first on Your Horse.

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