9 February 2010

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March issue of Horse magazine

Free affiliated day tickets with the March issue of Horse


Love competing? Then be sure to pick up the new issue of Horse! We're giving away British Showjumping day tickets to all our readers, plus British Dressage day tickets to the first 250 people who apply. Don't miss out!


COMPETITIONS AND SHOPPING

We're also offering our readers a once in a lifetime chance to stay at Monty Roberts' Californian ranch, plus train with him for two weeks. Pick up the new issue to discover more.

There are also giveaways worth more than £1,000 up for grabs, and we look at the best winter competition clothing on the market — and sports bras for riders are put to the test.


CELEBRITY RIDERS

She's the current world champion event rider, and she's taken time out to talk to Horse this month. Zara Phillips tells us about the horse she hopes will take over from Toytown, plus reveals which competition she really wants to win.

We've also profiled three rising stars for 2010; there's dressage advice from Olympian Jane Gregory; a jumping exercise with Guy Williams; and advice for competing in wet weather from Mary King.


BRILLIANT FEATURES

How good a rider are you? That's the question we've put to you in the new issue of Horse. Take our essential test, and discover how you can improve overall. You can also check out our brilliant pilates exercises that will boost your own fitness and improve your riding position.

We suggest 10 ways to turn your horse into a superstar; and explain why the first few days are crucial when it comes to settling in your new horse. Plus, read our pick of the best horsey holidays on offer.


THE BEST HORSECARE ADVICE

Our horsecare section is jam-packed with handy hints and tips. Find out how to avoid laminitis this spring, and discover the benefits and pitfalls of herbal remedies. Our Veterinary expert explains all about the equine heart, and you can read about the horse whose teeth were missing!



With all the other usual Horse favourites, such as news, Q&As, product reviews and brilliant tips throughout the magazine, you won't want to miss out on the March issue.

For a full list of contents, click on the 'Read more' link below. And don't forget to pick up Horse, on sale from 4 February.




* Subscribe to Horse now to receive a free gift of six pairs of funky riding socks. Visit www.horsesubscriptions.co.uk/socks

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riding festival

Farewell to hunting stalwart Brian Toon

Brian Toon, the hunting stalwart from Aylestone, Leics, died on 7 January, aged 72

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Questions & Answers

If you have an equestrian query on any topic, from competing to horsecare, transport to tack, Horse can help. Please send your question to the Horse team at joanna_browne@ipcmedia.com, putting 'Q & A' in the subject menu. And if we use your question, you'll receive a free bag of Spillers horse treats.

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READER RANT: is colic exclusion unfair?

Is it unfair when insurance companies fail to cover our horses for colic surgery?

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Change of discipline

Time for a change of discipline?

If you've become stuck in a riding rut, perhaps it's time to try doing something new with your horse. Read on for our suggestions...

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Winter feed

Winter feeding

Liz Bulbrook of Baileys Horse Feeds offers advice on keeping your horse healthy as the temperature drops

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