This Equestrian Life

Closing out season 4 with a wonderful conversation with Christine Bjerkan from Equerry co, we covered the bases from horse welfare to the perception of 5* sport. It was passionate and full of interesting thought provoking moments. 

Thank you to our sponsors of season 4 The Horse Trust 

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Join us this week as we interview Russ from The Horse Trust, our season sponsor. We hear all about Russ's time in the Met Police and his work with some very special police horses, as well as The Horse Trust who he now works for and the work that they do for these incredible animals.

Thank you to our sponsors of season 4 The Horse Trust 

Head to their website to find out more about how you can support the amazing work they do.

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In this episode, we had a proper catch up, we shared our biggest wins of 2025 and some things we are leaving behind. We shared a special gift guide too. It was great to have a reflection of the last year. We hope you enjoy it. 

Miri's gift list 

- Hand made rope halters

- Biodegradable plant based sponges 

- Give the gift of learning with Miri's patreon

- A lovely reusable water bottle from Yeti

- A warm waterproof trouser

- A very waterproof trouser

- Dri rug 

- Horsemanship saddlery bridle

 

Rhi's Gift list 

- Biodegradeable water wipes (for that baby wipe shower) 🤣

- waterproof over trousers 

- Thermos flask

- Bespoke bridle Kelly J leather 

- Riding lesson diary 

- Own horse riding diary 

- Thin neck scarf 

 

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In this episode, we are joined by Holly Lenahan, equine vet, showjumper and much loved equestrian content creator. Holly takes us through her journey to becoming an equine vet, her specialism in equine breeding and why she's ultimately decided to step back from her veterinary role. 

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. 

Thank you to Petnpony for sponsoring this episode. Use code TEL10 for a discount from their whole site. 

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This week we where joined by Steffi Spielhaupter and we discussed a very wide range of topics, from the ethics and the top of the sport to how we can all learn how to read our horses in a more horse first holistic way. it was an insightful listen we hope you enjoy.

 

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. 

 

Thank you to Westgate labs for sponsoring this episode and highlighting the importance of gut health and parasite control. Westgate make caring for our horses parasite risk so easy find out more on their website and use code EQLIFE10 for a discount. 

 

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