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Whether in times of Corona or when things just have to be quick: there are a few tricks to save time in the barn and still do everything that is necessary.

The coat change time turns out to be a hairy affair not only for us horse owners. A lot is also demanded of the horse during this time. Older and sick horses in particular often have to do with fur changes for many weeks - we have summarized the best tips and tricks.

Especially in winter there is often boredom in the stables and arenas. The weather and the early dark play mainly against working riders. With a bit of craftsmanship and imagination, you can easily bridge the cold season.

Winter is a period of colds - for both people and horses. Although horses are generally very robust against external environmental influences, keeping, exercising and feeding can increase the risk of a disease immensely.

In most stables, winter period also means paddock time. Anyone who does not benefit from a fixed paddock may well have problems with the mallenders and thrush. We give you the best tips here to prevent and treat thrushes and mallenders.

Respiratory diseases are mostly homemade problems: Too much staying in the boxes, insufficient exercise, insufficient feed quality and a poor stall climate contribute to mostly chronic complaints

Especially during winter, Mash is one of the standard feeds in every horse stable. Almost every horse is happy about this treat, warm and tasty, but Mash also has a lot to offer in terms of health. We clarify the most important questions and facts about this warm snack.

In addition to hay and straw as staple food for our horses, concentrates, cereals and feed supplements are also part of the daily diet. But to keep it fresh for a long time and not to lose quality, some tips should be observed during storage - because even horse feed can spoil.

If you have a horse, you usually can not avoid the daily stable work. This basically includes the mucking out of the horsebox. While in some barns the litter is predefined, in others the horse owner can decide what to litter with. In addition to health aspects, the appropriate disposal and costs also play a decisive role during the selection.

Cereal belongs in the feeding trough, like the bread on our plate. But where did the trend towards grain feeding come from and do horses really need concentrates and cereals? We provide information about the fundamental questions on grain feeding.

We riders struggle with many problems. One of them is the aspect of order and structure. We spend countless hours at the stable or tournaments. Therefore, a few stable life-hacks, which our riding life easier comes at just the right moment.

Horses suffer much more than expected during the heat period. Even during light work, the body temperature of the horses can rise to a damaging level. Especially, warm and humid air is downright dangerous. We'll clarify the biggest mistakes and provide valuable tips to get your horses through the heatwave.

The addition of oil has become as common in horse feeding as mash: whether as an energy supplier, for a shiny coat or as a support during the change of coat. We will explain which oils are particularly suitable and why in this post.

In addition to saddle and bridle, which are used almost every day and are usually cleaned properly, the cleaning kit is the everyday tool of a horse owner. With the cleaning kit, the horse is cleaned, freed from dirt and massaged, but now lets be honest: How often do you clean your kit? We give you the best tips and tricks to clean your kit properly.

The bit is the connection between the rider's hand and the horse's mouth. Since the horse's mouth is especially sensitive, the choice of bits should not be taken lightly. We provide you with information on the most common types of bits and the necessary know-how for the selection.

With the change of the seasons, the organism of the horses is not only burdenedby the change of coat. The conversion from pasture to the paddock and the shorter days demand more attention from the horse owner.

Short days, low temperatures and thick fur. As a result, horses start sweating easily during daily training and must be thoroughly 'dried' - otherwise, colds and coughing might be the outcome.

Once conventional medicine fails or does not work as hoped, alternative methods can support and promote healing.

Alternative medicine is usually ridiculed and dismissed as 'Humbug'. Purposefully and professionally it can be very well applied in addition to conventional medicine to achieve the best possible recovery.

As much as the heat bothers us, animals suffer even more. We've come up with tips and tricks for you to weather the heat well with your horses.

Which preparations have to be considered and which is the right exam for me? We give you a few tips for your first tournament - so that everything runs smoothly.

We have asked around how working with your horse can be fun and full of variety during the dark season and most importantly how you can enjoy the winter safely. Here are the best tips and tricks for you.

We present to you the five most important homeopathic substances you should have at hand in case of emergencies. This way they don't have to be procured at a pharmacy first when an emergency presents itself.

As announced in the penultimate article, we have put together the best alternation strategies for cold winter days, so you and your horses are guaranteed to not be boredom.

We have put together the most important basics for you so that your horse can enjoy the grazing season safe and sound.

During almost every major round, the rider-horse team can meet other road users. We have summarized the most important information about riding in traffic for you.

We will give you a rough overview of what is important, so you don't treat the feeding of your horse too lightly, and not too strict.

We'll show you how to make the most of the terrain to help your horse relax outdoors while doing gymnastics.

We've researched how you can protect yourself and your horse against horseflies and gadflies not only while riding but also on the grazing land.

It is important to have at least a basic understanding in order to provide first aid to your horse. We have summarized the most important factors for you.

The skin is the largest organ in humans and animals, due to the large surface, it is also particularly sensitive to diseases and external environmental influences.

There is not one right way, but we have taken a closer look at the treatment options.

We researched and summarized which components you should consider, how you can ease the procedure of clipping for scared horses and how to properly maintain your clipper.

In this post, I've summarized what you need to look out for, especially during the cold seasons, so that your equipment can survive it properly.

We will give you a brief overview of supplementary food and tell you which herbs are best for your horse to get through the winter.

Everything you need to be optimally prepared for your next tournament. You won't forget a thing, with our detail oriented guide.

We show you why grooming your horse correctly and diligently is important and what you need to do to keep it healthy and happy