Published: 2024-10-22 20:55:01 | Categories: Guides If among your friends there is a horse riding enthusiast, you have certainly faced or will face the challenge of choosing a gift for some special occasion. Birthdays, name days, children's day [...]
Published: 2024-08-01 15:56:31 | Categories: Guides , Products The riding helmet, which used to be referred to as a riding hat, is the most crucial thing when it comes to horseback riding. The current equestrian safety regulations demand wearing a helmet. [...]
Published: 2024-07-30 22:44:06 | Categories: Guides Choosing the right riding helmet is a crucial matter for your safety. In this article we present the most important things you should pay attention to while choosing a helmet.
Published: 2024-07-29 22:14:00 | Categories: Guides , Products One of the world's top equestrian helmet producers is meeting the customers' expectations, who are looking for the one of the kind protection. Samshield has launched a novelty on the market - an [...]
Published: 2024-07-22 14:15:03 | Categories: Products New 2.0 helmets by Samshield now available at Equishop! Stay up to date with the latest developments - check out the new model!
Published: 2024-06-21 13:37:45 | Categories: Guides , Products Wondering what gift to buy for a woman who rides horses? We've got you! Make sure to check our list of gift suggestions.
Published: 2024-06-19 10:36:59 | Categories: Guides Looking for a good riding helmet? In our article, we'll give you 6 tips to follow when deciding what to buy!
Published: 2024-06-17 14:25:30 | Categories: Guides , Products Both a riding helmet and a riding hat are items of headgear worn by a person riding a horse. Their basic function is to protect the rider, thus protecting his life and health. No wonder, then, [...]
Published: 2024-06-17 12:09:48 | Categories: Guides An equestrian helmet is the basic protection gear for a rider. It is, however, important to remember that full protection is offered only when the helmet is properly fitted. Is that obvious? [...]
Published: 2024-06-05 14:52:21 | Categories: Guides Wondering how well-fitting stirrups affect our seat and overall safety in the saddle? Make sure to read this article!
Published: 2024-02-04 18:54:32 | Categories: Guides A balanced temperament, expansive gaits, high endurance, resistance to harsh conditions - these are the most important characteristics of this breed. Read about what the Ardennes horse is famous for!
Published: 2024-02-02 14:27:55 | Categories: Guides The Sokolski horses are cold-blooded horses - strong, nowadays less used for work, and more often exported as slaughter horses. Get to know this phenomenal horse breed better!
Published: 2024-01-28 15:29:05 | Categories: Guides They have a large head, slightly convex nose, long ears, solid limbs, and above all, a piebald coat. This is the Tinker breed - an Irish horse often classified as a pony despite its considerable size.
Published: 2024-01-27 10:45:08 | Categories: Guides The Belgian horse, also known as Brabant, is a heavy cold-blooded horse, considered one of the strongest horse breeds in the world. What else is the Belgian horse valued for?
Published: 2024-01-24 09:14:36 | Categories: Guides The Holsteiner horse became popular as a strong sport horse, especially in jumping. Learn more about the history of this unique horse breed!
Published: 2024-01-18 10:15:36 | Categories: Guides Horses are unique creatures whose appearance can astonish many horse enthusiasts. The coat colors of some horses draw attention. Learn the differences between horses with albinism and albino!
Published: 2024-01-14 16:08:33 | Categories: Guides The Akhal-Teke horse was bred over 3,000 years ago. In ancient times, they were referred to as "sweating blood," "golden horses," or "heavenly horses." Learn more about this horse breed!
Published: 2024-01-10 11:53:14 | Categories: Guides If you're planning to spend your winter break in the saddle, you certainly want to be well-prepared. Check out what to bring to a winter riding camp – for both yourself and your horse.
Published: 2024-01-09 13:14:00 | Categories: Guides Winter is an extremely challenging period for both riders and horses. Be sure to check out our list of 10 essentials for the stable in winter!
Published: 2024-01-08 17:54:32 | Categories: Guides Silesian horses are one of the Polish breeds, as well as one of the heaviest warmblood horse breeds in Europe. They are strong, massive animals with a gentle temperament and efficient, elegant gaits.
Published: 2024-01-02 14:18:57 | Categories: Guides Malopolski horses are a Polish horse breed characterized by efficient gaits. Today, they are among the most popular breeds in Poland. What do you need to know about them?
Published: 2024-01-02 13:57:08 | Categories: Guides The Wielkopolski horses were bred for disciplines that require good body proportions in animals - dressage, jumping and driving. Learn more about them!
Published: 2023-12-15 09:47:43 | Categories: Guides The Hucul horse is a primitive mountain breed with an energetic gait, valued for its resilience and efficient feed utilization. What else is worth knowing about them?
Published: 2023-11-28 13:36:43 | Categories: Guides Haflingers - small horses resembling ponies, with a touch of noble blood, exhibiting many traits of draft horses.
Published: 2023-11-20 14:16:19 | Categories: Guides Przewalski's Horse (Equus ferus przewalskii) is a primitive, ancestral breed that roamed the Asian steppes. A wild horse that has retained many characteristics of its ancestors.
Published: 2023-11-14 16:57:21 | Categories: Products Effective head protection during horseback riding should be a priority for every rider. Be sure to discover the extraordinary brand KEP Italia, whose equestrian helmets are known worldwide.
Published: 2023-11-08 13:48:20 | Categories: Guides Polish Konik is the oldest of the 9 Polish horse breeds, whose ancestor is the wild Tarpan. What are the characteristics of these well-known horses?
Published: 2023-10-26 11:11:01 | Categories: Guides Types of bridles and their parts Bridle is one of the main elements of basic riding equipment. A bridle is put on a horse’s head to keep the bit in the correct place inside of the horse’s mouth [...]
Published: 2023-10-17 10:35:54 | Categories: Guides What is a martingale? Martingale is a special equipment often used in recreational riding and sports. It consists of two straps: neck and breast ones as well as two rings to thread through [...]
Published: 2023-08-14 15:04:26 | Categories: Products The Polish brand Doctor Horse became available in Equishop due to a few reasons. Doctor Horse products stand out with their high-quality and excellent ingredient lists; all products are also [...]
Published: 2023-08-02 15:45:26 | Categories: Guides , Horse health Horses' weight depends on various factors. It is one of the valuable indicators for assessing the health of the animal and is possible through various techniques and tools.
Published: 2023-07-25 19:49:41 | Categories: Products True horsemanship is not only about riding but also about the lifestyle and philosophy that are connected to these beautiful animals. True Rider is a Polish brand that not only identifies with [...]
Published: 2023-06-23 15:35:27 | Categories: Guides , Sport Horse gaits Types of horse gaitsWalk Trot Canter Gallop Counter canterGaited horse breedsFlying gait Tolt Travers Passage PiaffeFrequently Asked [...]
Published: 2023-05-29 13:19:58 | Categories: Guides , Sport Horses are exceptional animals that evoke interest and admiration in almost everyone. Not without reason, horseback riding is the dream of many enthusiasts of these four-hoofed friends.
Published: 2023-05-23 11:58:31 | Categories: Guides , Horse health Apathy? Poorness of appetite? Unwillingness to move? Wound? Lameness? Get to know what you can do to help your horse before veterinarian arrives.
Published: 2023-05-23 11:24:49 | Categories: Guides Equestrian sports are not only exciting and adrenaline-inducing but also beautiful and full of grace. Vaulting is a type of gymnastics regarded as one of the most artistic and phenomenal sports [...]
Published: 2023-05-16 09:27:10 | Categories: Guides Trakehner is a strong athlete with balanced and bouncy movements. The breed is popular not only in Europe but all around the world. The stud which was located in an area now belonging to [...]
Published: 2023-05-15 13:53:39 | Categories: Guides Hanoverian horses are one of the most desirable breeds for competitive sports. They are graceful, elegant, eager to learn, and have a nice temperament. Hanoverians are perfect for dressage as [...]
Published: 2023-05-09 12:49:21 | Categories: Guides , Products Every horse owner wants their animal to thrive. A horse with healthy hoofs is a happy horse, that's why you should know how to properly take care of them. This article will explain what thrush [...]
Published: 2023-05-09 12:41:18 | Categories: Guides , Horse health It started with little abrasions from wellingtons at my horse, on the back part of the fetlocks during an autumn training. In the wound's area a few little crusts appeared in few days that [...]
Published: 2023-04-24 07:57:58 | Categories: Guides The saddle is one of the most important equestrian tacks because it works as a mediator between the horse’s back and the rider. Correct saddle fit is crucial for the uninterrupted exchange of i [...]
Published: 2023-04-21 12:12:56 | Categories: Guides , Horse health Horses have a sensitive digestive system that is prone to various disorders such as colic. Every horse owner should know the risk factors for colic. Being aware of those factors, symptoms, and [...]
Published: 2023-04-12 11:26:12 | Categories: Horse health Sleep is a natural and crucial process that can be observed in many organisms; it plays many important roles in the body. It is a functional state of the central nervous system that periodically [...]
Published: 2023-04-03 11:15:32 | Categories: Guides , Products Horse's mane and tail require special treatment in the daily care routine. We present you tips and information that will help you properly groom your horse's mane and tail.
Published: 2023-03-30 09:08:10 | Categories: Sport A dressage arena or ring are two terms that might be used to describe a place for a dressage rider and horse to show their moves during a competition. The rectangular area created for dressage [...]
Published: 2023-02-21 07:45:50 | Categories: Guides Shires are draught horses – gentle giants from Great Britain and one of the heaviest horse breeds. Their fan club is quite big. People breed them frequently not only for their beauty but also f [...]
Published: 2023-02-15 08:47:59 | Categories: Guides Mustang breed is known by most people (not only from the Disney animated movie Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron). These horses are frequently used by Native North Americans. The word mustang [...]
Published: 2023-02-15 08:11:45 | Categories: Guides It's hard not to look at a Friesian horse. Successfully bred in Europe; back in the days used as war horses. These days they are commonly used in revue shows, carriage driving, or hippotherapy. [...]
Published: 2023-02-14 13:15:26 | Categories: Guides Thoroughbred horses (otherwise known asthoroughbreds) are one of the oldest and most well-known breeds in the world. They are recognized for their high performance and endurance, which [...]
Published: 2023-01-30 11:42:24 | Categories: Guides Types of competitions and their rulesCompetition classes in Poland Types of show jumping competitionsTypes of fencesRaised poles Cross rails Vertical Oxer Gate Double [...]
Published: 2023-01-18 11:57:01 | Categories: Lifestyle Hobby horsing is the perfect entertainment for the youngest horse and riding enthusiasts. Horse riding gadgets will impress children, and the opportunity to take part in competitions resembling [...]
Published: 2023-01-09 10:13:47 | Categories: Guides Arab horses are viewed by many as absolute beauty and a "father" of all the other horse breeds. One of the legends says that God created Arabians from a handful of the South Wind to construct an [...]
Published: 2023-01-04 10:05:51 | Categories: Guides Selle Français - a French warmblood horse. This breed successfully participates in worldwide horse jumping and cross-country competitions and places on the podium of the world breeding ranking [...]
Published: 2023-01-02 08:25:53 | Categories: Guides The Spanish breeds Paso Fino and Paso Peruano are named after their spectacular gait. In Spanish ‘Paso Fino’ means ‘smooth, fine step’, whereas ‘Paso Peruano’ can be understood as ‘Peruvian gait’ [...]
Published: 2022-11-09 09:04:43 | Categories: Guides Are you looking for the perfect breastplate or martingale? Check which of the available models are worth considering — we present you with a review of Equishop's shelves and choose the best b [...]
Published: 2022-10-26 12:49:00 | Categories: Lifestyle Horses appear in the Guinness Book quite a few times, among others in sales records. Are you curious about which horse breed is the most expensive in the world? What are the prices of the most [...]
Published: 2022-10-20 08:52:10 | Categories: Guides , Products Stirrups are one of the most essential parts of equestrian tack. Despite their small size, good and comfortable stirrups can make a great difference; this is often discovered by beginner riders [...]
Published: 2022-10-19 08:51:02 | Categories: Guides Getting the right equestrian tack that will suit both the rider and the horse can be time-consuming, however, it’s worth it to feel comfortable during a ride. If you want to get a breastplate or [...]
Published: 2022-10-10 10:52:14 | Categories: Guides , Horse health By taking a look into your horse’s mouth, you may learn a lot about him, e.g. how old or how healthy he is. You should regularly check the state of your horse’s teeth to make sure that the wolf [...]
Published: 2022-10-06 10:47:04 | Categories: Guides , Horse health Stomach ulcers in horses – what are they and how to deal with them? Stomach ulcers are very common in race, sport, and recreational horses. We colloquially call them stomach ulcers, however, we [...]
Published: 2022-09-23 09:15:07 | Categories: Lifestyle We know that most horse lovers are glued to the screen when watching movies about horses. And for that moment, riders live vicariously through the movie’s characters. The best horse movies are t [...]
Published: 2022-09-12 12:34:43 | Categories: Guides Hackney is an English carriage horse of a sophisticated movement and elegant, proportional build. The extraordinary action of both front and back limbs, their speed and strength, made them [...]
Published: 2022-09-12 12:03:59 | Categories: Guides Usually chestnut or bay, often moving at a pace or tölt. He is sometimes called the “peacock of the horse world” because of his posture and extraordinary movement, which for many is synonymous wi [...]
Published: 2022-09-12 11:29:57 | Categories: Guides Appaloosa horse is an Indian descendant of Mustang, bred in North America. It is keenly used for bison hunting, as a war horse in fights between Native tribes, and for cattle grazing. Nowadays, [...]
Published: 2022-09-12 10:59:40 | Categories: Guides Lusitano horses are very similar to Andalusians, however, the main difference is that Lusitano horses have fewer “Arabian” characteristics. Long ago they were used as war horses, years later the [...]
Published: 2022-09-12 10:27:45 | Categories: Guides The Lipizzan inherited most traits from its Iberian ancestors including a baroque physique. It has a strong neck, barrel, and croup on light, slim legs. Lipizzans are athletic and move with [...]
Published: 2022-09-12 08:44:44 | Categories: Products Good quality stirrups have a great impact on the rider’s comfort, safety, and stability in the saddle. Check out our list of dressage and jumping stirrups that are worth your a [...]
Published: 2022-09-12 08:39:58 | Categories: Guides Andalusian horses are one of the few breeds that come from the Iberian Peninsula. Those horses are so valued, that for many years exporting horses out of Spain without government approval was [...]
Published: 2022-09-05 10:14:57 | Categories: Guides Beginner riders might struggle to remember all the names and functions of all the equestrian equipment. If that’s you, then you came to the right place. We’ll explain the girth’s functions and ho [...]
Published: 2022-09-01 10:42:29 | Categories: Guides Comfortable horseback riding stirrups provide secure, stable support and affect the rider's seat in the saddle, so it is advisable to ensure that this item - like the rest of your riding [...]
Published: 2022-08-31 08:27:49 | Categories: Guides Choosing the right type of equipment will ensure comfort for a rider and a horse. It also plays a crucial role in safety. So, every rider should know riding equipment inside out, which will help [...]
Published: 2022-06-03 15:38:34 | Categories: Products In the Equishop store we have launched a new promotion on Veredus boots. The offer includes products which will go out of production, so this is your last chance to get them at attractive [...]
Published: 2022-05-04 08:31:21 | Categories: Guides , Products High quality riding equipment improves the comfort of the ride - both for the rider and the horse. Therefore, it is worth taking care of the equipment, so that it will serve us for as long as [...]
Published: 2022-04-29 13:02:46 | Categories: Products "You can't cheat nature" - it's a nice phrase to describe the new spring collections in Equishop. Technical materials, rich colors, functionality and style. These words perfectly describe the [...]
Published: 2022-04-22 15:32:42 | Categories: Guides , Products Riding equipment is usually made from various technical fabrics, which contain specific properties that the users want to maintain. Therefore, a question might pop up in the rider’s head – how to [...]
Published: 2022-04-12 14:56:16 | Categories: Guides , Products One of the crucial criteria while picking a specific pair of equestrian breeches is the right grip. What should you know so that you can pick the most appropriate one?
Published: 2022-04-04 11:12:19 | Categories: Products Anna Scarpati is a part of the Animo Group - an Italian brand famous for various accessories for horses and horse riders. Check which products with Anna Scarpati logo are available in Equishop [...]
Published: 2022-03-11 08:19:10 | Categories: Guides , Horse health Sporadic exertional rhabdomyolysis known as tying up is a serious equine disease that is caused by improper metabolism in the muscles. It commonly happens after a horse has had a break from [...]
Published: 2022-03-04 09:10:26 | Categories: Products Equiline is an Italian brand specializing in equestrian equipment and equestrian wear. Today we are going to take a closer look at the Equiline Classic collection, which is a permanently [...]
Published: 2022-02-08 10:48:27 | Categories: Horse health If you spend your time with horses and horse riders on a daily basis, you have certainly heard of equine bone spavin. Read this article if you want to brush up on your knowledge and [...]
Published: 2022-01-24 08:41:51 | Categories: Products Alert Equishop customers must have already noticed it - Comodo riding socks with their original designs are now available in our offer! If you are looking for a new pair of socks for trainings [...]
Published: 2021-12-20 11:35:16 | Categories: Products New horse care products now available in the equestrian store Equishop - check out horse grooming supplies from Polish brand Black Horse! Which of them will find their way into your shopping [...]
Published: 2021-11-23 17:50:58 | Categories: Guides The Christmas period is always long-awaited by the youngest and the bit older ones. However, we all remember that it was as a child when we would impatiently look for the first twinkling star. [...]
Published: 2021-11-14 17:30:18 | Categories: Guides , Products The choice of horse rugs is enormous! Which one is right for your horse? Check out our tips and find out what to focus on when choosing a winter blanket. Proper equestrian equipment is a [...]
Published: 2021-11-10 10:08:48 | Categories: Guides , Products Riding a horse and taking care of it in winter takes on a new dimension. The rider has to deal with low temperatures and the special needs of his animal. Fortunately, he is not alone: he can [...]
Published: 2021-11-09 17:27:39 | Categories: Lifestyle , Products We always want to spend Christmas with people we love and would like to give special gifts to. If one of your friends is a rider, check our list to see which items will surely make him or her happy.
Published: 2021-10-29 12:16:22 | Categories: Guides , Products Snacks for horses are quite a controversial topic. How to give treats wisely so that it doesn't turn against us and which treats to choose? You are certainly familiar with the statement that [...]
Published: 2021-10-12 14:49:23 | Categories: Products The latest fall/winter collections of horse riding equipment are now available in the Equishop equestrian store! The time of light summer t-shirts and breathable riding breeches is coming to an [...]
Published: 2021-10-06 11:04:19 | Categories: Guides , Horse health Horses can be intimidating due to their size and unpredictable behavior. Some people dream of riding a horse, but the fear keeps them from trying. Riders also tend to have troubles going back to [...]
Published: 2021-10-05 12:39:00 | Categories: Guides , Products Every horse rider has to bear in mind the risks of falling off a horse - it is an integral part of the sport. And even though falling off tends to happen unexpectedly, we can actually get [...]
Published: 2021-09-30 14:21:44 | Categories: Guides , Products When we think of riding equipment and the basic elements of a rider's outfit, one thing that comes to mind is riding chaps. These are not very thick layers of material that fit tightly to the [...]
Published: 2021-09-30 12:40:56 | Categories: Guides , Lifestyle If you're looking for an equestrian center to board your horse at, you'll want to make sure the place best suits your horse's needs and, at the same time, your personal needs. What should you [...]
Published: 2021-09-28 12:33:57 | Categories: Guides , Products What do you need to know about the Equiline brand? When was it founded and what distinguishes it from other brands? Which equestrian products does it offer? Which horse riders are going to find [...]
Published: 2021-09-23 14:42:49 | Categories: Products If you like practical horse care products, the Magic Brush brand will certainly have a place in your heart. Their products are reliable, pretty and... finally available at Equishop! Horse [...]
Published: 2021-08-25 10:34:48 | Categories: Guides , Products The growing popularity of working with a horse from the ground is a very positive phenomenon, which proves beneficial for both horses and their owners. What is it and what accessories is it [...]
Published: 2021-08-25 10:32:58 | Categories: Guides , Horse health From this article, you will learn how a horse is built. We describe both the particular horse body parts and the skeleton, as well as ailments that may afflict them.
Published: 2021-08-02 10:41:56 | Categories: Sport A growing number of riders in Poland are becoming interested in western riding. What do you need to know about reining, a discipline that is considered to be the most significant for this style [...]
Published: 2021-07-28 15:00:49 | Categories: Guides , Sport If your horse moves around during mounting, tries to walk away or backs away, it is not a convenient situation for the rider. Moreover, it may lead to dangerous situations, particularly in case [...]
Published: 2021-07-19 21:35:50 | Categories: Guides , Lifestyle , Sport Kingsland Classic Women's Equine Show ShirtIf you're wondering how to get better at horseback riding, start with regular exercise! And not only during training. There are simple exercises [...]
Published: 2021-06-25 12:09:31 | Categories: Guides , Products Well fitting horse boots constitute a vital part of the horse’s equipment, but finding the right model can be tricky. What size of horse boots should you choose and what to pay attention to when [...]
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