Connective tissue, muscle tissue, muscle membranes, fascia. Whatever you call it, the common denominator is that it’s a kind of tight, elastic band, which in short holds the body together. This tissue exists in both horses and humans, but for quite some time the veterinary science wasn’t aware of how important it is for the well-being of horses. But this has changed.

FIRST FEMALE OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALLIST IN EVENTING
Dreams do come true

At first glance, it seems as if year 2021 had been a dream come true for the 34-year-old German top athlete Julia Krajewski. When you look closer you see that it started with the worst time ever. First she had to cope with the death of her father, then Julia Krajewski had to retire her top horse Samurai du Thot. To get to the top in Tokyo required incredible discipline, strength, hard work and determination - and another very talented horse, Amande De B'Neville.

When we train and interact with our horses, our behavior triggers different reactions in the form of neurotransmitters in the horse's brain. Knowledge of these is of great importance to the understanding of why horses react the way they do. Here you can learn about the four most important neurotransmitters that come into play when horses interact and learn.

Horses can easily do pilates. Naturally it does not take place on a mat, as is often the case for us humans. The purpose of pilates, however, is the same whether the practitioner has two or four legs; to optimize strength, balance, coordination, and body awareness. Here you´ll find 5 excellent pilates exercises that you can do with your horse.

Equestrian equipment for horses as well as riders is expensive. Therefore, it must be taken care of well to last a long time and still look nice. Especially right now, with high inflation and prices moving up, the personal budget might be a little tight. Here is some advice on how to clean equipment properly and take diligent care of it.

Just like us humans, most horses love a good snack. But some horses are harder to please than others. Even if your horse is picky, we are sure that you can find something it will enjoy. We have found some ideas for horse treats that you can make yourself. Whether it is for training or just to spoil the greatest horse in the world.

Buying or selling a horse is often a difficult and emotional decision. The reason for selling is not always a bad economic situation. It can be the conclusion that there is certainly someone better suitable for the horse than oneself. Or life circumstances change. In the case of breeders and dealers, it is to secure the living. No matter what the reason is for parting with a horse or taking on a new partner, there are a few things to keep in mind to make the transaction a success in whatever direction it goes. We talked to the company that is the most important platform for horse trading in Germany and Europe.

Are you struggling with finding the right bedding for your horse? Choosing the right bedding can be quite difficult. There are several types of bedding, ranging from woodchips to manufactured pellets to traditional straw, as well as many other more sustainable options. There is no perfect solution, and selecting the bedding suitable for your horses, depends on several factors.

As soon as you arrive at the recently opened Hotel Gut Immenhof, you feel: this is a very special and magical place. The estate at Kellersee lake in Schleswig-Holstein has been well known since the 1950s. It was the setting for three of five "Immenhof" movies, in which the sisters Dick and Dalli and their ponies experienced all kinds of adventures on Grandma Jantzen's estate. Today guests are welcomed and taken care of in a first-class manner.

Boots and bandages are made to protect the horse’s limbs. Or so we are told. But have you ever asked yourself why or how these dressings protect a horse’s leg? In this article, we intend to investigate the specific purpose and function of equine boots and bandages based on existing research in the field.