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Meet Jess our Brand Ambassador aka @life_on_the_buckle and find out what makes her tick, plus learn why we have a Brand Ambassador and why Jess Maye. Jess Maye jumped on board with Country & Stable of Olney (C&S) back in January 2020 and has been a pleasure to work with since. Her witty, fun and addictive personality had us hooked from the start and her character, teamed up with her love for horses and the C&am...

Horse Fly SpraysBarrier Super Plus Fly Repellent Cost: £15.95 - £75.95Gemma: I reviewed the Barrier Super Plus Fly Repellent on my 3 horses; Mindy, Wizard and Toffee. It is a smart looking product and have only heard positive things about it. I am always slightly sceptical of fly sprays as have never known any to be that effective. However, I have to say this is the best product that I have used. I will definitel...

Note: This article is for reference only. If you’re worried about equine colic, always seek guidance from a veterinarian. Colic in horses is a very different prospect compared to how it is for humans. A reasonably common condition, there are many different forms that have varying degrees of severity, but as with all disorders in our beloved animals, they can’t tell you what’s wrong, which is why it’s important to know...

How to Choose the Right Saddle Pad or Numnah Choosing a new saddle pad should be one of the more enjoyable equestrian purchases. There are colours to coordinate, fabrics to compare and enough quilting patterns to test even the most decisive rider. However, fit and function need to come before the matchy-matchy moment. A saddle pad sits between your horse and saddle. It helps absorb sweat, keeps the underside of the saddle cleaner and provides a...

The image of buying sunscreen for your horse at first might seem pretty surreal. Unfortunately, the same blazing heat that causes us to feel dizzy and our skin to burn and peel also has its fair share of problematic effects for our horses - the most important of these being heat stress. The British Horse Society advise: “Our message is simple – horses need suntan cream and shade too. Owners need to be extra vigilant during a heat wav...