Willow Equestrian

02/02/2023

18/11/2022

**CHECK LIGAMENT REHAB**
The inferior check ligament, also known as the accessory ligament of the deep digital flexor tendon, is an interesting and important soft-tissue structure in the equine athlete. Here is Millie Robinson Veterinary Physiotherapist treating a horse today as part of his rehab and recovery.

Check Ligament Injury occurs most often in the front limbs from overextension because of excessive twisting or pivoting on the leg. Injuries to the inferior check ligament do not get the attention that other injuries in this area tend to get, such as those to the suspensory ligament and flexor tendons, as they occur less often.

A horse who has a tear of the inferior check ligament will show a variable degree of lameness. However, if the ligament is only mildly strained or inflamed, lameness will often not be present. Careful regular examination and palpation of the back of the cannon bone, including the tendons and ligaments, will reveal a focal area of swelling laterally and/or medially in the upper third of the cannon bone.

23/10/2022

Willow Equestrian is proud to now be in partnership with Veterinary Physiotherapist Millie Robinson. Together, we are able to offer a comprehensive rehabilitation programme for horses post injury or surgery, catering for the most complex of cases.

Practicing the highest levels of competence and care with access to an array of industry leading equipment, we are able to provide you and your horse with the best chance of recovery.

Millie Robinson Veterinary Physiotherapist

13/10/2022

A clinic not to be missed if you're about to start winter Dressage with your horse! 🐴

04/10/2022

NORTHWINDS AIRS 'N' GRACES
13.1hh, 8yo Mare.

Full info on the website at: https://www.willow-equestrian.com/northwinds-airsn-graces

20/09/2022

Watching this pony’s transformation and being a part of the final touches has been incredible. Working with Emma personally with our horses for strengthening with hydro and her skill! Highly recommended for most of not all horses 🐎

13/09/2022

▪️A fantastic little horse not to be missed ▪️

16hh 2010 (12 years old)
Coloured Gelding
Snaffle mouthed

A cracking little horse to move anyone up from ponies. He is easy to do in all ways and a real gentleman on the yard.

He could excel in any discipline with a fantastic work attitude. Great to hack, load, travel, clip, shoe, handle. He has been ridden by a teenager for the last three years but has sadly been outgrown.

Showjumping he has done discovery second rounds, 5th at pony club champs 105cm, qualified 80cm schools championship , 80cm school national championships

Arena eventing he has been 2nd in gatcombe qualifier 95cm, individual 2nd hickstead qualifier, team 1st for 105cm hickstead qualifier, and came 5th at Bicton in the one day event.

Freshly shod, fit and ready to go

This cracking little horse has a lot to give

Mid five figures
Based BS24
With great facilities for trial

Contact Georgie 07583379373

19/07/2022

Home made Electrolyte ice lollies 🍦

It has been a very challenging and sweaty 36 hours for the horses, almost out the other side now thankfully ☀️

12/06/2022

Little yard outing to Badgeworth Arena today collectively picking up:
30cm working hunter - 1st
40cm working hunter - 2nd
50cm working hunter - 1st
60cm working hunter - 1st
Show Champion 🏆

Teamwork really is everything when it comes to show day 🌿

05/06/2022

On an ever growing yard here at Willow Equestrian we are looking for another member of staff to cover various hours during the week and weekends.

Good rate of pay (weekly)
Friendly environment
No under 18’s
Must drive
Must be comfortable with handling large horses
High level of standards are a must

Contact Georgie on 07583379373

17/05/2022

Here’s what summer looks like at Willow Equestrian 🌳

15/05/2022

Incrediby proud of these two today 🌳
When Tracey joined Willow Equestrian a few months ago she was incredibly nervous in the school from previous bad experiences, to the point of avoiding it all together.
Little by little we have worked through those worries, introduced schooling in walk, trot, canter and even some jumps building on confidence for Tracey and balance for Rocket to create the most beautiful partnership.

Today they went to their FIRST show together with nothing but normal show nerves, and absolutely aced it! Big future for these two and we are so pleased to be a part of it 🏆

30/04/2022

Happy customers, 1 week turnaround and beautifully packaged rugs Pippa Galloway Muddy Pony 🐎

25/04/2022

Another new addition to the yard for Spring 2022 has been hot water in the wash bay. The horses are in heaven with plans for a roof and a solarium by Winter for those cold competition mornings ☀️

23/04/2022

You won’t find 50 shades of grey at Willow Equestrian, however 50 shades of chestnut we can do. Taken from schooling sessions on these three lovely horses earlier this week 🍊

21/04/2022

New entrance, new fencing and new paddocks all in progress. A busy summer ahead at Willow Equestrian 🌳

05/03/2022

The Horse Walker is In 🍂

Massive thanks to Martin from Monarch Equestrian who has been incredible from delivery to installation 🙏🏽

03/03/2022

From two circles of red spray paint to now the horse walker is 48 hours away from being complete 🐎

What and incredible process and journey. Looking forwards to sharing the ‘finished’ picture once Monarch have been for installation on Saturday morning.

Until this point this project has been entirely ‘in house’ so grateful for the incredible skill set right on our doorstep 🔨

25/01/2022

We had our six monthly visit from Wessex Equine Dental Services Ltd with Curtis yesterday to treat some horses. 🦷

16/01/2022

We are so excited to announce that we are in the process of installing a Monarch horse walker, with plans for it to be up and running in February 2022! Here’s to a fitter 2022 🏇

15/01/2022

Last week We had the lovely Tom from Stübben in for a photoshoot with fox. Seems a few of the other horses clearly wanted to be involved too 🐴

14/12/2021

16/11/2021

One Rare space available 🍂
Full/Exercise and Rehab Livery
All year round turnout
Floodlit Arena

Contact Georgie on 07583379373 or [email protected]

17/08/2021

We don’t do herd turnout for the safety of all the horses but that doesn’t mean there isn’t lots of social time here at Willow Equestrian, the big horses absolutely love our Mini’s 🌿

29/07/2021

11 Weeks in our care and what a transformation. Seeing the before and after makes the hard work seem entirely worth it. The team here at Willow Equestrian strive for wellness, happiness and the presentation of all of our horses and ponies 🌿

23/07/2021

An early morning visit from one of our fantastic farriers this morning, We take care of the logistics of shoeing for all of our liveries to fit with the horses schedule and the farriers too 🐴

21/07/2021

It’s already 27 degrees here but the horses are cool as cucumbers after their morning baths ☀️

19/07/2021

Worth a share for anyone thinking about riding in the day. 🌿

We are keeping all the horses cool and comfortable with lots of cold baths and a lovely breeze blowing in to the barn 🐴

18/07/2021

Our fantastic news arena fence is finished ready for a busy summer of use ☀️