September means looking ahead to autumn, with all that brings, from end of season championships, to fun rides, autumn training and maybe planning how to keep riding through those dreaded shorter days. As horse owners it’s important we don’t take our eyes off the ball, and make sure we keep our horses sound, fit and […]
Preparing Horses for Bad Weather With advice from NAF For horses who are kept out in the fields, there are different concerns: increased mud, lost shoes and soft soles, meaning horses are more prone to infection, potential weight loss, and wet, heavy rugs Remember to stock up on bedding, forage, feed and supplements so you […]
NAFs aim is to nourish and protect your horse’s hooves and stamp out bad feet Hoof quality is largely governed by intrinsic factors such as genetics and diet, whilst external elements, including climate, management and care, also play an important part. Farriers and nutritionists alike recognise the influence diet has on hoof integrity. Poor quality […]
