Should we fit saddles wider than industry guidelines? This is a question which has been raised multiple times. Some of the thoughts which underpin the idea ...
La Vida Marketing
Studies have previously demonstrated that saddle slip can be related to hind limb lameness (1) and movement asymmetry (2). However, are there other factors ...
During ridden exercise, an equine fly veil can be used for multiple reasons; to prevent flies and bugs entering the ear space and causing irritation to the ...
Wendy Eames
We must not underestimate the effect that the saddle and saddle fit can have on equine health and performance.Long gone are the days where saddles arrived ...
The answer to this may seem obvious! However, sometimes riders are unaware that one stirrup is longer than the other and furthermore, riders (and trainers) ...
Previously the complexities of saddle fit, and the importance of correct saddle fit in relation to equine health and performance have been discussed (see ...
Mounting the horse seems like a routine task performed ~daily. However, mounting technique and the height of the mounting block should be considered. ...
Previously it has been assumed that the highest pressures beneath the girth are localised to the sternum. From a study we did before the London 2012 Olympics, ...
There is a growing awareness, both scientifically and on social media on the effect that noseband fit, and tightness can have on equine welfare. Whilst this ...
One subject in a series of topics which Wendy has been studying - there is always something to learn :) GIRTH BUCKLE HEIGHT – DOES IT MATTER? It has ...