PCA NEWSLETTER: SEPTEMBER 2022

PCA NEWSLETTER: SEPTEMBER 2022

In this Newsletter: Nominate PCA Awards 2022 Spotlight on Horse Welfare New Lungeing Manual International Virtual Competitions Equitana Ticket Offer for Pony Club New Foundation Coach course Become a Gear Checker DOWNLOAD NEWSLETTER DO YOU HAVE A COMMENT, CONCERN OR...
Rodents in the Feedroom

Rodents in the Feedroom

Rodents in the Feedroom   Horse feed, hay, bedding, saddles and rugs are very, very attractive to rodents – ie rats and mice! But there are many really important reasons why you should not let them into your tack and feed rooms. Rat  and mice ruin 10 times as...
Body Condition Scores for Horses

Body Condition Scores for Horses

Measuring Your Horse’s Condition Does your horse or pony look like this? This is Score 3 on a 0-5 Body Condition Score chart, which helps you measure if your horse is too fat or too thin. A score of 3 is ideal for most horses. To help Members diagnose their...
Spring pasture: Tips for a smooth transition

Spring pasture: Tips for a smooth transition

Spring pasture: Tips for a smooth transition Spring grass grows rapidly, is up to 80% water, low in fibre, soft and easy to chew. There’s little horses and ponies relish more than the sweet taste of spring grass. But if horses overindulge on the new grass, virtually...