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The Equine Neck as an Indicator of Good (or Bad) Training: Part 2
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The Equine Neck as an Indicator of Good (or Bad) Training: Part 1
The equine neck is a complex structure that plays a vital role in healthy biomechanics. Its development can tell us a lot about the horse’s training. Read this first of a 3-part series on the neck – part 1 is open to everyone – parts 2 and 3 are for everyone signed up to the Equitopia membership program.
Riding with length in the neck
Read about Sada Shiva – an 8-year old Dutch Warmblood mare who was scheduled to be sent to a trader because she had become explosive when ridden. We have been documenting our work with Sada Shiva in the past year.
The equine back: more complex than we thought
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Understanding the Connection between Horse and Rider
Does your horse have a tense jaw? Is it hard to get him to go forward? In this post, Wendy Murdoch explains why understanding the connection between horse and rider is so important and offers some simple exercises you can do to help address this issue.
The Hoof Specialist
In episode 2, Caroline interviews Equitopia hoof specialist – Ann Ramsey.
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Bodywork and Training for Increased Movement
The movement potential of a horse with some kind of tension/restrictions in their body is limited. In this post, Yasmin Stuart writes about the link between bodywork and training.
Equestrian Clinic in Sweden
Read about the clinic which took place in Täby Ryttarcenter, Sweden in May.
The Problem of Hidden Pain in Horses
Horses have an amazing ability to hide pain. Here, Dr. Lena Clifford discusses the consequences of not recognizing the first signs of pain.
The Trainer
It’s not always easy to know the best way to look after yourself and your horse! Each month, Caroline Hegarty,…
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A Team Approach for Better Horse Care
Equitopia clinics are based on a team work approach because we believe different professional perspectives ensure the best outcomes for each horse.
Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)
What is EMS? How common is it? How does a horse contract this disease? What’s being done to get a better understanding of the causes of EMS?
Setting up a successful training plan
Alja Kisilak from Slovenia writes about a number of important things to consider when setting up a successful training plan for your horse.
Getting Your Girth Right
Georgie Welge discusses the importance of girths and their impact on the wellbeing and movement of your horse.
Why is the Length in the Neck so Important?
Dr Karin Leibbrandt explores why many trainers are talking about length in the neck – what is it exactly and why is it so important?
Developing the “Natural Go” in the Young Riding Horse
Lotta Katrina Hinz, professional classic dressage instructor from Germany and Susanne Alloush, professional social worker /pedagogue and riding pedagogue discuss how to develop the ‘natural go’ in a young riding horse where our goal is to develop his natural desire to go forward.
Back Pain in Horses
Katja Porenta – equine bodyworker from Slovenia – discusses back pain in horses and offers some tips to help with this issue which unfortunately often goes unnoticed by riders.
Sending your Horse for Professional Training (Part 2)
Equine Behaviourist Justine Harrison discusses the issue of sending your horse away for professional training in this second part of a two-part blog post.