Firstly, we’d like to welcome you to The Practical Horse Owner and thank you for choosing us to help you with your horse journey!
The Practical Horse Owner was born out of passion for horses and their happiness and wellbeing. The curator of this library has over 25 years of experience within the industry, working within a huge range of yards and disciplines. They have worked on hunt yards, riding schools, private education, personal grooming, show jumping, eventing and been Yard Manager at a part/full livery yard. They have also had many years of owning their own horses, and formal education of equine studies.
Working with such a broad range of horses has bred a wealth of knowledge, having overcome many challenges and guided many others in their ownership journeys. This has ensured experience across a number of different breeds which has developed an understanding that each horse is different.
Every horse is an individual, and what works for one horse may not be right for another. This can make searching for the right information difficult, particularly for those new to owning horses.
And that is why we created The Practical Horse Owner. To ensure that all the information you may need is all in one place, easy to find and understand.
We believe that every horse deserves the very best care and we want to help provide that. No horse owner has all the answers—and that’s okay. We’re here to help you build your knowledge and confidence every step of the way. When you need help with something, we hope to become your go-to!
Every article has been carefully and lovingly created to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date information possible, all backed by years of experience as well as further, in-depth research using some of the most trusted sources in the industry.
Our Values
🐴 Practical advice
Clear, straightforward guidance you can use every day.
📚 Evidence-informed
Our articles combine hands-on experience with trusted veterinary and industry resources.
🤝 Supporting horse owners
Whether you’re caring for your first horse or your tenth, we’re here to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
Please explore our articles and guides on a huge range of topics and check out our downloads!
Whether you’re looking for practical horse care guides, free printable resources or in-depth digital products, we’re here to help you care for your horse with confidence.
Explore our latest articles
- Understanding Horse Behaviour: A Practical Guide to Equine Body Language and Communication
- Horse Transport: Everything You Need to Know Before You Travel
- Horse Feeding Explained: A Practical Guide To Feeding Your Horse
- Equine First Aid: A Practical Guide To Handling Common Emergencies
- Horse Rugs: Choosing The Right Rug For Every Season
- The Complete Guide to Grooming Your Horse
- Horse Vital Signs: What’s Normal and When To Call The Vet
- Beat the Heat: A guide to helping your horse during a heatwave
- Worming Horses: A Modern Guide to Effective Parasite Control