The saddle is the trainer’s most important tool. Proper seating of the saddle on the horse’s back is very important. In the first step, in order to accustom the horse to the equipment without a rider, it is recommended to use a comfortable saddle for adapting the horse to the weight that he has to carry. This saddle is also suitable for training a foal. The saddle should be massive and comfortable; using a saddle that is too light can be problematic. It can cause the harness to jump and turn, making the horse uncomfortable. Consequence it can cause stress and fear of the saddle. We often use the exact saddle for our first rides – a saddle that we love and feel confident in for all our first rides. Our sense of security is important to the horse. Horse must think that the rider on his back knows what

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

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.