Equine Stretching Exercises
Equine Stretching Exercises
How do Equine Stretching Exercises benefit your horse?
Utilise natural movement to help increase your horse's flexibility
Improve balance
Help with core strength
Can be a training tool on the ground…
Do You Know The Weight Score Of Your Horse?
Do You Know The Weight Score Of Your Horse?
Maintaining a good weight on your horse can be a complicated matter. Some horses gain weight at the sniff of a blade of grass, others need a wide variety of different feeds to keep them in good…
Rain Is On The Way!
Rain Is On The Way!
Weather forecasters have delivered the best news possible at this time! This weekend QLD and NSW, most of which is currently affected by severe drought, will be getting rain!!! From this afternoon, it's predicted that…
Happy Ekka Holiday!
Happy Ekka Holiday!
When you think of the Ekka (Brisbane Royal Exhibition Show), you mostly think of showbags, amusement rides and games. Don't forget though, it is also an event for people to show their horses! Whether it's lead-in-hand,…
Happy Birthday, Horses!!
Happy Birthday, Horses!!
It's time to celebrate every horse's birthday in the Southern Hemisphere! Traditionally, the universal birthday for Thoroughbred horses is the 1st of August, regardless of when they were actually born! This was because…
Horses and Salt Blocks
Horses and Salt Blocks
Feeding horses can be a tricky business. Depending on what your horse does, it may require more than regular paddock grass can give. With many types of hard feed, hay and supplements on the market, it's enough to make…
Is Your Horse Drinking Enough Water?
Is Your Horse Drinking Enough Water?
It might surprise you to know that even in this winter weather, ensuring your horse drinks enough water is vital. This is even more important if they are being worked heavily. If you're not sure how much…
Anatomy Of A Horse - The Back Legs
Anatomy Of A Horse - The Back Legs
When you are looking at a horse to purchase, there are two things that tend to take priority. The first one is temperament. A horse's behaviour and interaction towards humans says a lot about its past, and…
Dressage Event This Weekend in Brisbane
Dressage Event This Weekend in Brisbane
Equestrian Queensland is holding a dressage event this Saturday, 10th March. Held at QSEC in north Brisbane, it is a Medium to Grand Prix and Young Horse/Pony event. This competitive event is being…
Happy Australia Day!
Happy Australia Day!
The team at East Coast Horse Transport hope you have a safe and enjoyable long weekend! If you are heading out on the trails with your best equine friends, stay cool and hydrated! If you're planning on a bigger journey…