Therapeutic riding has sensorimotor effects, psychological effects, and social effects. (Danieli, 1999; Potter, Evans & Nolte, 1994): Psychological effects: Increased motivation. Horseback riding increases motivation to achievements. Being able to handle a large animal with relatively little effort gives the rider a sense of strength and confidence. This makes him want to experiment with other riding activities and improve his performance. For example, a patient in a wheelchair may sit on a horse, look at the world from above and feel that he is the same as everyone else; Riders with speech impairments will attempt to communicate with their environment while riding. Self-esteem. Sitting on a horse, a disabled person can be considered healthy and look at what is happening in the world from a different point of view. Body awareness and the ability to take responsibility for oneself and the body cause high self-esteem and personality development. Social influences.

Saddle. The saddle must be placed on the horse’s back in such a way that it is comfortable for the horse and does not cause harm to him while riding. It should be set straight so that the horse’s spine is in the gap of the saddle. You must check to see if the harness is on the horse’s shoulder. The harness must not be around the horse’s neck; it should be in the center of the back and slightly on the hump. Belly Strap we use to secure the saddle to the horse’s back and prevent it from slipping out to the sides when mounted. With a waist belt, you can sit on a horse. It is important not to forget to fasten the belt before we get on the horse. It is extremely important to ensure that the belt does not put pressure on the horse. Excessive pressure

Field Trial in England from 20.09.18 until 04.10.18    conducted by Elizabeth Newman, Equine Consultant. Purpose of the trial To test VetGold EquiMud and VetGold Cream on various equine conditions so as to ascertain their feasibility as suitable products for the equine industry. Prior to commencement of the trial, samples of both products were sent to LGC Laboratories in Newmarket, England to obtain certification that they were free of any substances prohibited by both the HRA and FEI. Subject horses The horses selected for the trial were a mixture of breeds, ages and disciplines such as racing, show jumping, dressage, hunting and general riding. The horses were based at Lower Haddon Livery and Kennel Field Stables. Reaction of trial participants to using the products VetGold Cream was considered simple to apply and achieved results quickly. Negative comments were that the tube is too small for horses and that, if left