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13/09/2024

Between the ears of a stunning Autumn sunset 🌅🍂

04/09/2024

Brrr we are certainly feeling an autumnal chill in the air here at Yardd HQ in North East England 🥶

Whilst it'll be nice to say goodbye to flies, a change to colder temperatures and shorter days will take some getting used to 😵‍💫

Before the cold weather sets in, it's an ideal time to get organised. Here's a handy list of things to check:

Rugs 🐎
Are your winter rugs sat in a damp, dusty pile in your tack room? If so, now is the time to check if they need to be washed, repaired, or reproofed. Rug-washing businesses can get very busy before the winter, so bear in mind your rugs may take a little longer to come back.

Clippers ✂️
If you clip your horse in the winter, your clippers may be due a service, and your blades may be blunt. Before doing pre-clipping prep like bathing, check your clippers are sharp and in good condition to ensure a good clip.

Stable refresh 🧽
If your horse is stabled, cleaning and disinfecting your stable before using it again is a good idea. Plus, if you do this when the weather is still warm, your stable will have a better chance of drying out properly.

Tack check 🪡
A good habit to get into is checking the safety of your tack every season throughout the year. Compromised stitching or damaged equipment can cause avoidable accidents.

It's not all bad, we've still got more than 50 days till the clocks go back. There's still time to enjoy the end of the summer 🫶

23/08/2024

Jumping into the bank holiday weekend 🎉

We hope you enjoy the extra time with your ponies 🫶

09/08/2024

love this 🥹😍

We're declaring it now, this is the best selfie of Paris 2024 🤩

30/07/2024

Never Miss a Birthday Again 🎂🎉

Horse birthdays are special, and forgetting them is a thing of the past with myYardd! 📅💝

Our app sends you reminders, so you’ll always celebrate your horse’s big day. Make every birthday memorable with myYardd.

Download now and join the celebration!

29/07/2024

Absolutely amazing 😍🥳

🥇🥇🥇🥇𝐖𝐞'𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐭! 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐃!!!!🥇🥇🥇🥇

Team GB are Paris 2024 Olympic Team Gold medal winners!!!

What an amazing achievement from Tom McEwen, Ros Canter Eventing and Laura Collett Eventing!!! An absolute masterclass in horsemanship from all three riders. Happy horses and happy riders performing at their best! 🥳

Team GB are the only team to complete on double figures on 91.3!!! Massive well done!

Congratulations also to Silver medal winners France (103.6) and Japan in Bronze on 115.8.

Now for the individual placings...

Follow the scores live here https://bit.ly/4c2VhFK

27/07/2024

Perfect Care Routines 🐎

Are you a control freak about your horse’s care? We get it! 📝💪

With myYardd, you can easily set and share feed and care routines, ensuring your horse gets the consistent care they deserve, even when you’re not around.

Keep your horse happy and healthy with myYardd.

24/07/2024

Safety First with myYardd 🏇

You can’t buy a new head, so keeping safety equipment up to date is crucial! ⏰🛡️

myYardd lets you record purchase dates and set reminders for when it’s time to replace items like riding hats. Stay safe, stay prepared, and ride with confidence knowing myYardd has your back.

21/07/2024

Plan Your Equine Expenses with Ease 💰

In these times, every penny counts! 🪙💡

Whilst you can't predict the unexpected (like the dreaded horsebox issues!), myYardd helps you stay on top of upcoming expenses with handy reminders. Whether it’s vaccinations, new shoes, worming or new equipment, you’ll be prepared!

Make smart financial decisions for you and your horse with myYardd.

19/07/2024

Peace of Mind with myYardd 🐴

Are you tired of juggling all the details about your horse in your head? With myYardd, you don’t have to! 🧠✨

Our app helps you track everything, from illnesses and symptoms to appointments and equipment service dates. Say goodbye to the stress and hello to more time with your horse.

Download myYardd and let us handle the details!

05/07/2024

School holidays are getting closer, which means it's nearly The Pony Club Camp Season! 🐴🎉☀️

Just for fun... we've written a blog about the kind of ponies (and riders!!) you will find at camp. Grab a cuppa, have a read and relive those precious memories of precision mucking out, scrupulous tack cleaning, chase me charlie competitions, and everything else in between! 💜

https://www.yardd.co.uk/ponies-and-riders-at-pony-club/

What are your favourite memories of Pony Club Camp? Tell us in the comments below! 👇

Summer is here, and pony club activities are in full swing, just for fun, here are all the ponies and riders you'll find at Pony Club Camp this summer.

03/07/2024

Fascinating stuff! 🐴💩🪲

🧐💪 We've certainly learnt from recent comments that many of you are fanatical poo-pickers! Did you know that an average 16hh horse can produce around 18kg of dung a day or 6.5 tons every year, so it's no wonder it can seem like a never ending job!

💩🐛 On one hand poo picking is the best way to break the lifecycle of parasites on the pasture without having to rely on chemicals. But fresh dung is also essential for our dung beetles, little critters who could play an important role in managing animal waste naturally. Some beetle species will fly in from up to 10 miles away for the right pile of poo! They're nature’s waste disposal teams and if the dung in your field looks similar to these pictures, then take a closer peek - you may just see them!

🌍💚 Horse health and the environment are both equally important considerations, so how do we get the balance right? Here's some top tips and a free fact sheet on how to continue with targeted parasite control, while also taking care of our dung beetles 👉 bit.ly/TakeCareOfDungBeetles

21/06/2024

Five reasons why we love going for a hack ⬇️

🤍 Variety is good for our horse’s brains. If you did the same workout every day, you’d soon get bored and probably dread it. Mixing up their exercise regime gives you a happy horse who is even happier to work. Change up your routes or even head out in the box and ride with a friend.

💛 Quality Time
Sometimes there's nothing better than a quiet stroll and a good chat with your best friend. They're the best listeners.

🧡 Confidence Building
By carefully introducing your horse to new experiences out hacking, you can slowly but surely build their confidence. Use the help of an older, more experienced horse to start with. Walking through puddles, up and down curbs or banks, hearing different noises and experiencing varying weather conditions. All these things can help your horse later in life.

❤️ Schooling
Forget the mundane circles and serpentines in the arena. Practising schooling exercises as you hack is an excellent way to improve your horse's concentration. Leg yields, shoulder in/fore, collection and extension of paces can all be done out on a hack. Plus, trotting uphill is an excellent place to start finding your horse's medium trot!

💜 Fitness
Variation is the key to fitness, for you and your horse. Going for a hack uses so many different muscle groups due to varying ground conditions. Walking up and down undulating ground helps your horse build their core muscles, improving their balance.

17/06/2024

No one likes surprises when it comes to bills 💸

Whilst we all know that a lot of costs associated with horses are unpredictable, there are some things that you can plan ahead 📋

Using myYardd makes this so easy. You can see exactly when your horse’s appointments are due, from farrier, physiotherapy and dental, to vaccinations, saddle fittings, transport maintenance and even when you are due to replace your riding hat.

Plus you can add in any custom reminders so you can see what you have coming up, helping you to plan your budget ✅

14/06/2024

Feeling overwhelmed by managing your horse's weight this summer? 🐎

Our friends at Foley's Equestrian Surfaces Ltd have kindly shared some handy information on our blog! 🤩

Have a read to find out why you should keep an eye on your horse's weight, the health implications of obesity in horses, and some practical advice 👇

https://www.yardd.co.uk/importance-of-weight-management-in-horses/

Proper weight management can significantly reduce the risk of serious health conditions such as PPID, EMS, and laminitis.

05/06/2024

We've all had that same feeling of dread, arriving at an event and thinking...

'Did I remember to pack my bridle?' 😨

Save the stress and use myYardd to make and share checklists, helping you to stay organised! ✅

You can create and save multiple checklists once you've filled your digital tack room. Plus, share them by email so if you're lucky enough to have a helper, they can double-check that you've packed everything too!

No one wants to try and ride a gridwork lesson without a girth, right?! 😆

16/05/2024

What 5.30pm looks like for Team Yardd 🩵👇

09/05/2024

💛 It’s Strangles Awareness Week! 💛

We thought it would be a good idea to highlight the ‘vital signs’ function of myYardd for monitoring your horse’s temperature 🌡️

Being familiar with your horse’s ‘normal’ temperature can prove extremely useful if you suspect your horse is unwell. The earliest sign of strangles is usually a resting temperature of above 38.5°C.

➡️ For healthy adult horses, their temperature should range from 37.5 to 38.5°C.

To work out your horse’s ‘average’ temperature, enter it into the vital signs section of your myYardd account and the app will automatically work out the average 📈

We’ve all been there when you take your horse’s temperature and forget the reading after a few minutes. Noting the date, time and temperature in the app means you’ve got a handy record to refer to if your horse becomes unwell 🤒

Check out Strangles Awareness Week for incredibly useful resources about strangles, and don't forget to enter their incredible giveaway! 🎉

❗️ If you have any concerns about the health of your horse, contact your vet without delay.