Have you microchipped your horse, pony or donkey yet?

Posted on October 23, 2020 at 3:21 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Following the introduction of Government legislation on compulsory horse microchipping in 2018, no doubt you will have already had your horse, pony or donkey microchipped.  Incase you have not done so yet, we wanted to remind you that the deadline date for doing so is 1 October 2020.  Introduced in June 2018, this legislation was […]

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Exercising your Horse in Winter

Posted on September 11, 2020 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

We’re knee-deep into the colder months, but there’s still a long way to go until spring rears its magical head! While you might want to just settle in on the sofa in front of a roaring fire, if you’re a horse owner, your equine friend could have other ideas! Just because there’s a touch of […]

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Sarcoids in Horses: What You Need to Know

Posted on July 21, 2020 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

As a horse owner, you’ll want to do all you can to ensure that your horse is well and not suffering from illness! Sarcoids are a common condition in horses, and can be serious. To help you know what to look out for, at The Insurance Emporium, we’re sharing our helpful guide to the symptoms […]

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Castration in Horses: What You Need to Know

Posted on June 29, 2020 at 4:00 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Castration* is one of the most common surgeries performed on horses in the UK, with most colts being “gelded” at a young age. We spoke to our horse health expert recently to find out why castration in horses is so commonplace, how the operation is carried out, as well as what aftercare might be required. […]

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Nose Bleeds in Horses: How Serious Are They?

Posted on June 29, 2020 at 12:00 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Nose bleeds, or epistaxis, are fairly common in horses of all shapes and sizes! However, this doesn’t mean that they can’t appear quite dramatic and cause concern for any horse owner. We recently spoke to our horse health expert to find out more about nose bleeds in horses, how serious they might be, and what […]

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Looking After Your Horse During Lockdown

Posted on May 7, 2020 at 12:54 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Looking after your horse can be challenging during the current government-imposed lockdown; especially if, like many of us, you don’t keep your horse at your home address. Since we don’t know exactly how long the current situation will last, at The Insurance Emporium, we want to help you comply with government guidelines while doing what’s […]

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Am I too Old to Learn to Ride a Horse?

Posted on March 14, 2020 at 11:13 am by The Insurance Emporium

Did you always dream of riding a horse as a child, but never had the opportunity? Or did you used to ride, but then life took over? Whatever your circumstances, making the decision to learn to ride a horse as an adult can seem daunting! It can also leave you asking yourself whether you could […]

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Christmas Gift Ideas for your Horse

Posted on December 23, 2019 at 8:32 am by The Insurance Emporium

You enjoy so many magical adventures with your horse throughout the year, and Christmas is no exception! While they might not be joining you at the table for Christmas dinner, you might still want to get them a yuletide present. If you’re looking for inspiration, then look no further, as we’re sharing our run down […]

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Our Guide to the Olympia Horse Show 2019

Posted on December 12, 2019 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

We might all be gearing up to get ready for Christmas, but before the year comes to an end there are still some magical adventures to be had in the equestrian world! The Olympia Horse Show will be taking place between the 16th and the 22nd of December, and promises to be as spectacular as […]

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Equine Passports: Know the Facts

Posted on November 16, 2019 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

Did you know that all horses, ponies, donkeys, mules and zebras are required to have an equine passport, even if they never travel further than their field? Here at The Insurance Emporium, when dealing with claims, we often find that horse owners can be complacent about updates to the information on their horse’s passport. This […]

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