Stable Ventilation: How to Get Airflow Right (Without Draughts) How much ventilation does a horse stable need? A horse stable needs constant air exchange without direct draughts on the horse, the goal is fresh air movement above and around the horse, not wind blow...
The Hidden Risks of Mud for Horses Winter can be a challenging season for horse owners, and one of the biggest battles many yards face is mud. What may seem like an unavoidable part of the season can, in fact, pose serious risks to bot...
Meeting a Horse's 5 Freedoms in Winter What are a horse's Five Freedoms? Before we dig into the specifics of winter, let’s just refresh what the famous “Five Freedoms” actually are. These were first distilled in the 1960s in the UK and lat...
Building an Equine Wash Bay 1. Flooring: The Foundation of a Safe and Functional Wash Bay Thinking about building a wash bay at your equestrian facility but not sure where to start? Then this is the blog for you! A well-designed...
How to Get Your Horse Winter Ready Essential Tips for the Upcoming Winter Season This blog was created in collaboration with Amy Dell-Anthony, the owner of Abbotts View Livery , a renowned track system livery yard. Amy is not only a pa... Mud Mats
Understanding Horse Herd Hierarchy: Enhancing Turnout Through Insight What is horse herd hierarchy? Horse herd hierarchy is the social ranking system that naturally emerges in any group of horses. Every herd develops a structure with dominant horses at the top - typical...
A Practical Guide to Creating an Active Stable on a Budget What Is an Active Stable and Why Is It So Beneficial? An Active Stable is a horse management system designed to meet the natural behavioural, social, and physiological needs of horses. Unlike traditio...
Understanding Equine Footfall: How Your Arena Surface Affects Every Stride Your horse's movement is only ever as good as the surface it works on. A well-maintained arena with consistent moisture and even depth supports the horse through every phase of its stride - absorbing ...
Why You Should Level Up Your Arena Maintenance This Summer - ArenaMate® Arena Levelling in Summer With the arrival of summer and the height of competition season, arenas are facing increased usage. However, without proper maintenance, heavy footfall can lead to uneven sur...
The Behavioural Case That Promotes Equine Group Living Why Horses Thrive Together: Across the UK and Europe, equine housing has long prioritised individual stabling , a model built for convenience and control. Yet, the tide of research is increasingly cha...
Reimagining Horse Welfare: A Call for Industry Transformation For generations, the horse has stood as a true partner and athlete, symbolising grace, power, and loyalty. But as society increasingly prioritises ethics and sustainability, the equestrian world must ...
A Bespoke Adjoining Pen to Stable Project in Gloucestershire New turnout pen project At Jelka, we pride ourselves on delivering equestrian solutions that are not only durable and functional but are also designed with the individual horse’s welfare and specific ... Project Turnout Areas