Equestrian topics
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Ten things that most novice equestrians have done already
Being introduced to equestrianism is not just about starting your journey in the sphere of a demanding sport, it is about changing your way of living. Once you start riding, you are introduced…
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How to braid the mane of your horse
As I continue discovering the world of equestrianism, I learned that braiding is compulsory for equestrian shows. This gives the judges the impression of a clean and tidy horse. And actually plaits must…
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Documentary: The Making of The War Horse
Today I was in the mood of watching a documentary and fell over this video from the making of the successful play “War Horse”, performed in the British National Theatre. I wanted to…
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Equine world champion: Valegro
After reading about the 16,500-dollar bracelet made of hair from Valegro’s tail, as a beginner, I wanted to know who Valegro is. What a horse! Valegro -or Blueberry, which is his stable name-…
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A jewel for champions: the $16500 Valegro bracelet
A bracelet made of gold and plaited hair from the tail of the dressage champion Valegro had been sold on an auction for $16,500, according to the Horse & Hound website . In…
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Doing the dirty job: How to clean a stall
It’s nice to ride along a valley or jump around in the arena or dancing with your equestrian friend, but, like us humans, our equestrian friends produce, well, “waste”, which needs cleaning. This…