Debbie Russell Freelance Groom

20/06/2024

👉Final Call👈

I've got a couple of spaces left for plaiting for the Pony Club Annual Show on 29 - 30 June 2024. Please get in touch if you would like to book a slot.

09/06/2024

Just a few snaps of some of the plaiting I've done over the weekend along with a couple of my happy customers! The diary is now open for bookings for the June dressage competition and Royal Show in July.

28/05/2024

To clients who have made bookings for trimming, tidying and plaiting for the GRHC annual show I will get your time slot to you later today. There are still a few slots available before the show, so if anyone else wants to book in pop me a message.

05/12/2023

Haylage Nets - £6.99

Order going in tomorrow so pop us a message to order. Spec below and currently all colours shown available.

Medium Haylage net made with a thicker nylon rope to ensure the horse is less likely to chew through the net. The tie string is also thicker as to take the weight of the heavier haylage. The 2”x2” holes encourage the horse to take smaller mouthfuls thus eating slower which magnitudes chewing and minimizes boredom.

Approx weight once filled 8.5kg (18lbs). Length of net 42"

24/11/2023

The all new Trojan Xtra 1200D High Performance Ripstop Turnout. An enhanced, stronger and more hardwearing fabric ensures resilient protection for all seasons. Features a durable, tough, waterproof and breathable windproof outer with taped seams, deep shoulder gussets, fully nylon lined, adjustable....

23/11/2023

The stunning "Berry" Grooming bag from HKM is available in a variety of colour combinations. Features include: Reinforced bottom Inner zipped pocket Removable shoulder strap Outside zip pocket Inside layout removable with velcro Easy carry handle

23/11/2023

Our family run business is based in the beautiful island of Guernsey and sells a fabulous range of equine items

10/11/2023

09/11/2023

🌟 Equicoat Pro (navy) - kids size small (age 8-12yrs) - £90🌟

31/10/2023

Really important information about Tapeworm and wormer resistance in this informative post from Efecs Ltd

🚨IMPORTANT UPDATE: RE TAPEWORM!!!
There is now resistance to both praziquantel and pyrantel in equine tapeworm!
Therefore we cannot stress enough the importance of:

1 - Testing for tapeworm instead of routine treatment
2 - Only treat for tapeworm if you have had a positive test.
3 - Improving your pasture management.
4 - Routine testing to make sure that any burdens are managed responsibly.

Here is the latest advice from Austin Davies Lab:
Tapeworm testing following a borderline or moderate/high result: Evidence-based guidance

Lack of efficacy has now been reported to both praziquantel and pyrantel in equine tapeworm (Nielsen 2023). As a result, we are communicating additional guidance on the use of EquiSal saliva testing to inform on tapeworm control.

In horses that report with a borderline or moderate/high saliva score, a retest can be performed 12 weeks after treatment. This is because tapeworm-specific IgG(T) antibody reduces more rapidly in saliva than in serum, with one published study indicating that in over 70% of praziquantel-treated horses, antigen-specific saliva IgG(T) reduces to below treatment threshold levels within 5 weeks (Lightbody et al. 2016). Later studies demonstrated that in horses grazing fields where dung was removed frequently or horses that were stabled, saliva scores reduced below the treatment threshold in all animals within 12 weeks (Matthews et al. 2023).

If saliva scores remain high at a retest from 12 weeks onwards, it indicates that ongoing transmission of tapeworm is occurring. Improvements in pasture management should be undertaken where possible, and/or an anti-cestode anthelmintic treatment should be considered where appropriate to mitigate further contamination of grazing with tapeworm eggs. All co-grazing horses should be assessed with EquiSal in case other horses are acting as a continued source of tapeworm eggs.

If saliva scores are persistently high despite the above measures, especially in a higher proportion of horses and where pasture management is deemed appropriate, anthelmintic resistance should now be considered a possibility.

Let us know if you have any questions

24/10/2023

23/10/2023

The unofficial clip guide ... part 2!

©️Emily Cole Illustrations

19/10/2023

Got a stain monster of a horse? Then you definitely need to add the HAAS Schimmel brush to your grooming kit! This world-famous Haas brush is made from a mixture of tight, firm coconut fibre bristles and is excellent for quickly and easily removing dried-on mud and stains from your horse's coat with...

19/10/2023

A long-lasting, antibacterial and waterproof paste. No need to wash or scrub, simply apply to dry legs before turning out. Includes key ingredients such as Neem and resins from Sumatra. The scabs are softened and easily removed, encourages healthy skin repair and hair re-growth.This superior ointm...

18/10/2023

The unofficial clip guide...

I think this might be part 1 of a few! 🤣

©️Emily Cole Illustrations

16/10/2023

An essential product for any equestrian athlete. Made from a stretch fabric for ultimate comfort and flexibility whilst in the saddle. With mesh panels for a streamlined look and for optimum breathability for when it’s needed most. Completed with silver detailing for a classy finish.

15/10/2023

Anatomically shaped for maximum comfort, this headcollar has a soft padded headpiece and noseband. Fully adjustable headpiece and noseband for the perfect fit and throat latch with trigger clip. Supplied with matching cotton lead rope.

12/10/2023

Had the pleasure of meeting this special boy today and what a superstar to clip he is! Stood like a pro and munched his net the whole time not bothered one bit 😍

11/10/2023

Today I’ve been helping Katie learn to clip - to say it was her first time she did amazingly well. Next time we will tackle learning to do leg and face lines! Well done Katie.

08/10/2023

What a fab weekend weather wise and this meant I’ve finally had the time to start winter prep for my four! Yesterday Billy had his pre clip bath and I’ll clip him in the next day or so. Today was Bella’s turn. She was bathed fairly recently so I took a gamble and clipped her then bathed her. As many of you know she has PPID so her coat is thick and wavy through the winter months. She lives out a lot but she gets far too warm in rugs so clipping is purely from a welfare point of view. I think she looks a lot better and will be far more comfortable now! 1.5 down, 2.5 to go 😂🤦🏼‍♀️

04/10/2023

Our family run business is based in the beautiful island of Guernsey and sells a fabulous range of equine items

03/10/2023

The HAAS Schimmel Brush is ideal for quickly and easily eliminating deeply incrusted mud and stains from grey or white horses, along with their markings. Cra...

28/09/2023

Pro Sense Delicate Shampoo is a kind yet effective deep cleansing and conditioning shampoo formulated with grapefruit, chamomile, aloe and tea tree oil and is perfect of sensitive horses. Additionally, this shampoo is recommended for cleaning natural fibre and bristle brushes. Application: For Bathi...

26/09/2023

Removes residue of dust and shavings from the coat, mane or tail.

19/09/2023

With a luxury hard case , the ring bound diary is ‘week to view’ with an illustration by Emily and notes page separating each month. The lie flat design of the ring bound means that each side can be written on when folded in half without your hand being interrupted by the ring bound. (This may s...

17/09/2023

Going on holiday or leaving your precious friend in someone else's care? We all worry when leaving our animals and especially with horses as they can come with a whole host of instructions! Say goodbye to mile long texts with the help of this fantastic care guide pad. The Care guide is the ultimate....

16/09/2023

These grooming packs have been meticulously designed to cleanse horse coats thoroughly, starting from the base and working outward