Author Spotlight

Tash Daszykowski is based in The New Forest, UK. Her unique training style combines her academic degree in equestrian psychology with natural horsemanship, English and Western disciplines and a deep love for the horse. Her ethos is to create the best possible experience for the horse, keeping them below threshold and encouraging softness.

Strangles - the very name is enough to instil fear into even the most experienced horse owners. With around 600 outbreaks reported each year in the UK alone, resulting in immense welfare problems for horses and heavy financial burdens to their owners, its significance cannot be underestimated.

Raising a foal is one of the most rewarding experiences a horse owner can have. Seeing your young horse grow and develop into a healthy, happy adult is an incredible feeling. But it takes more than just good genes and a little luck to set your foal up for success - early learning is key. Sean Coleman shares his tips on how to make sure your foal gets off to a great start. Read on to find out more!

Breeding from one of your own mares to a stallion you have chosen can be one of the most exciting times in a horse owner's life. Particularly if you think this could be your next 'big show' prospect. Here are some suggestions on how we could set these young horses up to maximise their potential as our partners.