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Flexible horse rug solutions for changable weather

Flexible horse rug solutions for changable weather

Why use a horse rug? By now we all know that horses can maintain their body temperature down to 5 degrees Celsius, but there are a lot of good reasons why you may choose to rug your horses a little,...

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Weatherbeeta Dog Coats - Find the perfect dog jacket size

Weatherbeeta Dog Coats - Find the perfect dog jacket size

Find the perfect Weatherbeeta dog coat size for your dogs with these handy tops on dog coat sizing, and how to fit and care for your dogs new Weatherbeeta jacket.

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Weatherbeeta Horse Rugs - Find the right rug size for your horses

Weatherbeeta Horse Rugs - Find the right rug size for your horses

Planning to buy a new Weatherbeeta rug for your horse? Great idea. Here is how to make sure it fits your horse perfectly. Follow the guide to measuring your horse and check the measurements against the Weatherbeeta rug size guide - and have a peek at the info on how to fit the rug to your horse when it arrives, and how to care for it to ensure longevity!

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Two Chances to Win a $1000 Weatherbeeta Shopping Spree!

Two Chances to Win a $1000 Weatherbeeta Shopping Spree!

During May and June, purchase any Weatherbeeta Turnout Rug from the current season range to be in to win one of TWO $1,000 WeatherBeeta Shopping Sprees.

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Mud fever treatments and natural remedies

Mud fever treatments and natural remedies

What causes mud fever in horses? Mud fever refers to a range of skin reactions due to many different irritants, but essentially mud fever is normally an infectious ‘bug’ which damages the horses skin and tends to thrive in wet...

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Jodhpurs & Riding Tights - Which is the Best Level of Grip for You?

Jodhpurs & Riding Tights - Which is the Best Level of Grip for You?

Silicone grip, suede patches, no grip... what's your ideal style of breeches or jodhpurs? Equestrians have many preferences on the grip they want on their riding tights, breeches and jodhpurs - for good reason! The right grip on your riding tights can add a level of security in the saddle that adds to your confidence. If you're not sure what you're looking for, read on!

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Myth Busting - Horses and Daily Salt Requirements

Myth Busting - Horses and Daily Salt Requirements

Horses need salt. Forage diets are a poor source of salt, so supplying loose salt in daily feeds is recommended for all horses. Horses need salt to get the essential electrolytes sodium and chloride which support nerve and muscle function, hydration, and stimulate thirst. Now, let's bust the myths about horses and salt!

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Choose your Riding Tights, Jodhpurs or Breeches: What's your Style?

Choose your Riding Tights, Jodhpurs or Breeches: What's your Style?

Modern horse riding breeches, jodhpurs and riding tights feature technical fibres for breathable, moisture-wicking fabric with comfortable stretch, and are engineered for athletic performance while delivering on equestrian style. Find your perfect style.

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Riding Tights, Breeches & Jodhpur Care & Washing Guide

Riding Tights, Breeches & Jodhpur Care & Washing Guide

Equestrian Breeches and Horse Riding Tights get punishing treatment. They may be the most harshly treated piece of clothing you own - used in all weathers, subject to friction and grime, worn in the saddle, during stable chores, and in the field. We've gathered care and washing tips to help your riding tights last.

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How to wash your horse rugs

How to wash your horse rugs

Washing your horse rugs the right way will help them last. Crucially, washing your horse's waterproof turnout rugs must be done right if you want to preserve their water repelling properties. This is why there is a large contingent of equestrians who swear by never washing their horses turnout rugs, and we can get on board with that!

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Understanding & Care of Waterproof Horse Rugs

Understanding & Care of Waterproof Horse Rugs

No one wants a leaky horse rug, least of all your horse! But often the reason your horse cover is wet underneath isn't what you thought. There's an easy way to check if your horse cover is leaking. But first, let's find out what makes a horse cover waterproof.

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Finding the right Horse Cover for your horse

Finding the right Horse Cover for your horse

HorseSports stock a comprehensive range of horse blankets, canvas covers and show rugs. Our horse covers are available from our online horse gear range, or you can choose your horse covers at our Auckland equestrian supplies store in Takanini.Our winter horse...

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How do Ophena stirrups work? Magnetic safety stirrups explained.

How do Ophena stirrups work? Magnetic safety stirrups explained.

Ophena safety stirrups are innovative, unique, and loved worldwide. Both amateurs and professionals love the stylish safety stirrups, and Ophena stirrups have received over 1500 five-star reviews already. The design was created to provide equestrians with stylish and visually pleasing...

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Win a Gift Bucket from Dunstan when you shop in store!

Win a Gift Bucket from Dunstan when you shop in store!

Shop Dunstan feed at HorseSports to be in to win. the contents of the prize bucket are at Dunstan's discretion and will include treats for both horse and rider. Feed must be bought in store during April, with at least...

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Be in to Win a $500 Voucher to spend on Weatherbeeta

Be in to Win a $500 Voucher to spend on Weatherbeeta

Just buy a Weatherbeeta paddock rug during April and we'll enter you in the draw! You could win a $500 Voucher to spend on ANY Weatherbeeta products in store at Horse Sports. That includes Clothing, Saddle Pads, Horse Rugs, Horse...

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