The Shetland Pony Stud-Book Society (SPS-BS) holds an annual breed show. Its location moves around the country each year. The last show held was in 2019 on Shetland, a trip I will never forget, but we had to leave our ponies behind that time.
Following on from last time I am pleased to say I have spotted a few winged pals in the very early morning light…just at the opposite end of the land to where we put the bat box d’oh! Hopefully they also reside in that area too!
No matter what the season, Wales is a perfect choice for a horse riding adventure. You’re never far from tranquil countryside trails, historic locations and medieval ruins or unique and diverse wildlife.
Read our quick guide to the common equine medicines you’ll need, how to store them and top tips on administering them.
As we are coming to the end of August, so the evenings are starting to draw in. It is this switch in daylight hours – not the cooler temperatures that we may begin to have in the next few weeks – that prompts horses and ponies to begin to change their coats.
Riding a spooky horse is far from fun for even the most experienced of riders. If your horse spooks it can catch you completely off guard and leave you feeling nervous or anxious in the saddle. So, training a spooky horse is well worth the effort. Read our guide to training these sensitive creatures and put fear behind you both.
Its been a bit hit and miss with the weather by us. Some days its just been overcast and others heavy rain (it seemed to always wait until I finished work, loaded the car and was on my way to the yard before it let rip with the downpours grrrr)!
I was so pleased to be going to Trailblazers. Yes it was unaffiliated, but honestly I was just so pleased to be going somewhere, anywhere for an actual overnight stay, and with the horses.
Diva and I were very sorry to see Jackson return home to my sister, though it has been an easy time for me with only Diva and Mabel to look after.