It is every equestrian’s dream to have their own yard. We have all lost time trawling property sites, daydreaming about indoor arenas with sound systems and American barns with chandeliers that are nicer than our homes. At KBIS, we are definitely guilty of our fair share of yard envy. So much so, that we’ve brought […]
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There are hundreds of horse breeds all around the world coming in all different shapes and sizes, but there are some that are certainly more substantial than others. Some of the biggest breeds of horses are draft types which are renowned for their pulling power and strength which makes them popular for haulage and farm […]
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There is nothing quite like that feeling of getting out and about with your horse. It is a great way to add more variety to your routine and try some fun things you may not be able to do at home. But, to keep your horse happy travelling about for these adventures it is important […]
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Oct
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Daphne and I had a great weekend at The Cotswold Cup Championship, we didn’t quite finish where we would like to have done, but we had a lot of fun along the way! Read on to find out how we got on at our first three-day, long format event… I was up early Friday morning […]
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Body scoring your horse is a great way to assess their weight objectively. It involves observing the overall fat covering in three separate areas: the neck, body, and hindquarters. Looking at weight and condition in this way is much more useful than weight taping alone as horses don’t carry fat evenly over their body and […]
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This season, I decided to step up to 100 out eventing with Daphne. We had done one and a half seasons at 90cm (since mid-2021) so were both feeling confident and ready for the next step up. We started the 2023 season by heading straight out to the Cotswold Cup event at Offchurch Bury. We […]
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KBIS British Equestrian Insurance (part of Specialist Risk Group), are a leading UK equine insurance specialist with over 30 years of experience. We are seeking a full-time Client Administrator to join the team working 9am-5:30pm Monday – Friday. The role is a hybrid position working remotely from our rural office near Newbury, Berkshire a minimum […]
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Sep
As equestrians, we all dream of the day when the winter mud will be gone and the fields and bridleways are dried out, but the dry, hard ground can bring about its own problems. When a long period of dry weather occurs, hard surfaces can pose a risk to legs and feet and in serious […]
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We do everything in our power to make sure our horses are happy. We put them on the best feed, make sure they are always at the optimum temperature with the right rug, and keep up with regular visits from the vet, farrier, and dentist to keep them comfortable. But even with doing all this, […]
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As riders, we understand the need for warming up and know the dangers that come with rushing straight into exercise. However, many people have conflicting opinions on what a “proper” warm-up is, some swear by short and sweet, whereas others suggest spending more time working their horse in at the beginning of the ride. KBIS […]