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Originally published in Luso News Winter Edition 2023/24.

I believe that Rexelle is the only Lusitano on the Isle of Man, though there are other Iberian breeds here.

I have two other horses that we keep on our own land: Prince, a 15-year-old TBX who is retired from ridden work, and Nova, a 13-ye...

Originally published in Luso News Spring Edition 2024.

Just as it sounds, horse agility is very similar to dog agility. It consists of a course of obstacles, ranging from bridges and narrow gaps to jumping through hoops and walking over teeter-totters or tarpaulins. The lower levels are mostly wal...

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Riding horses is not just a sport; it's a beautiful synergy between human and animal, a partnership built on trust, communication, and mutual respect. However, one aspect of this relationship often overlooked is the impact of rider weight on the horse's well-being. In this blog post,...

If you've looked at my list of qualifications and certificates. You may have seen a Groom Clean certificate. This isn't quite what it sounds like; it's not grooming your horse to perfection (though I am rather good at grooming and turning out for a show). It's actually about keeping equestrian spo...

This is an article I wrote as part of one of my assignments for the NAC diploma in equine training and coaching. Whilst it is from the point of view of explaining the role to someone who is interested in becoming an ATI/ETI, it is still useful to highlight what an ATI/ETI does.

Lets first look at...

Trigger stacking in equine training refers to the accumulation of stressors or triggers that can overwhelm a horse's ability to cope, leading to adverse reactions or behavioural issues. Each horse has its own threshold for stress, and when multiple stressors occur simultaneously or in quick successi...