High-visibility (or hi-vis) gear should be an essential part of any rider’s and horse owner’s kit – no matter the time of year. It enhances the visibility of both horse and rider on and off roads, including on bridleways and in fields, preventing potentially dangerous situations from occurring as you are seen sooner. In the […]
Winter is often the least fun season for horse owners. The days get shorter which brings far fewer opportunities to ride and once green paddocks turn brown with mud, every part of looking after our horses seems more time-consuming. When the colder, darker months roll around it’s important to consider and adjust your winter horse […]
It has been another great year for the riders that make up #TeamKBIS. Hear from them on their hightlights below… Jayne Ross Thrilled to have had such a great season, from beginning to end, particularly with quite a few novice and first-season horses. Probably the ultimate highlight was Michael Cook and Tony Reynolds homebred KBF […]
Well, it was another nearly but not quite year…but I say that with so much positivity and not an ounce of negativity or regret. We saw in the New Year in exactly the same way as everyone else does, so many new opportunities ahead of us, lots of aims, goals, and dreams (some realistic and […]
Whether you travel your horse on a regular basis for competing and training or just on the odd occasion to access better hacking or enjoy a fun ride, safety is paramount. When we travel our horses we ensure we do so safely; to help minimise any risk of injury or stress. In fact, there is […]
Not sure where to start? Conscious of over-rugging but also not wanting your horse to be cold? Are you on the fence about what is best for your four-legged friend? The truth is, there is no right or wrong answer – every horse is different. Use this guide to familiarise yourself with the dos and […]
KBIS British Equestrian Insurance announces this week that Guy and Liz Prest, previous owners of KBIS will be stepping back. After more than 30 years as Managing Director, Guy will take on the role of Non-Executive Chairman and Liz will continue in a Non-Executive capacity. KBIS British Equestrian Insurance was purchased by Guy and Liz […]
Getting the most for your money is becoming more and more important. Whilst the reasons for insuring differ for everyone, the rising cost of vet bills is often the driving force for people looking to take out insurance for their horses. There may be ways you can make savings without compromising on what is most […]
It’s that time of year again! Whether you love it or hate it, the clippers are likely to need to come out to keep your four-legged friend comfortable. We caught up with KBIS Eventer Sasha Hargreaves’s super-groom Taryn who provided us with some top tips to help us get a super smart clip and a […]
When the nights get darker, flashes of colour light up the sky, accompanied by pops and bangs that make everyone say “ooh, ahh”. Whilst many will gather around to enjoy the festivities that often take place on occasions such as Bonfire Night and New Year, it can be a stressful time for horses and their […]