https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/behaviour/enrichment/stable-enrichment/

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/horse/wellbeing-and-care/horse-enrichment-activities

Rapidly there is now becoming more and more understanding and therefore emphasis on Equine enrichment, and rightly so!

We are now approaching the shorter days and colder weather which inevitably will mean that a lot of horses will be transitioning into a more indoor lifestyle. This combined with the limited riding opportunities for most of us may lead to some very frustrated horses out there.

But what can we do to help them through? Above are a couple of interesting articles on this very subject, and remember we also stock enrichment toys which will keep your friends entertained.... and you while watching them play. 

https://www.worldhorsewelfare.org/advice/the-3fs-friends-forage-and-freedom

https://www.equinebehaviorist.ca/post/the-3-f-s-friends-forage-freedom-pt-1

 

After a very interesting discussion this morning with one of my oldest friends she spiked my curiosity and some of the findings became music to my ears and proved that I'm not just a rambling old fool ... who knew!

One thing which particularly caught my attention were the 3 Fs.. Friends, Forage and freedom. With this in mind I have been a busy bee this morning speaking to herbal suppliers and badgering people for their input and thoughts (sorry about the random texts guys) 

I hope with this new found vigour I shall be able to bring a new herbal supplement and straights range to you soon in the meantime please do take a look at the above link from world horse welfare, or the piece by Lauren Fraser, MSc, CHBC it really does make sense when you think about it.

 

This year, hundreds of horses – and the people who love them – are saddling up in July to protect over 78,000km* of off-road routes that could be lost forever.

If our off-road routes disappear, so do some of our best days in the saddle. Help us protect them by taking part in Rideathon, raising funds and spreading the word.

How it works

Choose a distance of 25km or more and decide whether to do it with friends or go it alone. Then get your mates to sponsor you – don’t forget to share your challenge and progress on social media. Whether it’s galloping across the meadow or the simple joy of a slow ride together – when you fundraise for Rideathon, you choose the place and the pace.

We would love to see your adventures, please feel free to send them over for a chance in featuring on our website.