HORSE RACING: Federico Tesio, the genius who changed racing forever
HORSE RACING: Federico Tesio, the genius who changed racing forever Anyone who loves horse racing cannot ignore the name Federico Tesio. He dominates the history of horse racing not only in Italy but internationally, as a true visionary. Born in Turin on January 17, 1869, and died in Milan on May 1, 1954, Tesio was […]
ATTACCHI: from noble elegance to discovering the territory
ATTACCHI: dall’eleganza nobile alla scoperta del territorio The discipline of driving horse-drawn carriages has its roots in the era of grand aristocratic journeys, when four-wheeled transport was not just a means of transportation, but a true symbol of prestige and culture. In the 17th and 18th centuries, the young scions of the European aristocracy […]
ETHOLOGY: Monty Roberts and the ethological approach as a key to understanding horses
ETHOLOGY: Monty Roberts and the ethological approach as a key to understanding horses Alla base del lavoro di Monty Roberts vi è un profondo approccio etologico: l’osservazione attenta del cavallo nel suo ambiente naturale e la comprensione dei suoi comportamenti istintivi. Roberts ha rivoluzionato il mondo dell’addestramento equino partendo da un presupposto semplice ma radicale: […]
Varenne: the legend of trotting, the most famous horse in the world
Varenne: the legend of trotting, the most famous horse in the world The appeal of sulky trotting: precision, speed, and perfect harmony Among the most spectacular disciplines in the equestrian world, the trotting with a sulky holds a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts. It is not just a speed race, but a perfectly […]
What is Cow Sense: the natural instinct of the working horse
What is Cow Sense: the natural instinct of the working horse Il cow sense è una delle doti più affascinanti e misteriose che un cavallo possa possedere.Con questo termine si indica la naturale attitudine del cavallo nel comprendere e gestire il bestiame, anticipando i movimenti di una mucca o di un’intera mandria.È una sorta di “sesto senso” che […]
Sport and disciplines: hooves and shoeing
Hooves and horseshoes: everything you need to know The horse’s hoof and shoeing Horse lovers know how important it is to take care of their hooves. Often, however, it is taken for granted that “the farrier will take care of it”… without really knowing what happens during shoeing and why it is so important. In […]
Sports and disciplines: equestrian etiquette
Equestrian etiquette Equestrian etiquette: good manners on horseback and in the stables Those who attend riding stables know that, in addition to a passion for horses, it is essential to have respect for the environment, for other riders and, of course, for the animals. Just as there are table manners, there is also “equestrian etiquette” […]
Sport: the discipline of endurance
The discipline of endurance Endurance is one of the most popular equestrian sports in the world. Competitions consist of endurance races on various types of terrain, covering distances ranging from 30 to 160 kilometres depending on the category. The most suitable horses for this sport are Arabians and Anglo-Arabians. Una delle peculiarità della disciplina è […]
Horses in Corporate Training: Leadership and Team Building on Four Legs
Horses in Corporate Training: Leadership and Team Building on Four Legs In recent years, more and more companies have been embracing alternative training methods to strengthen team cohesion, develop leadership and improve internal communication. Among these innovative approaches, the use of horses in experiential training and team building courses stands out. Horses are, by nature, […]
A blast from the past: fox hunting
A blast from the past: fox hunting Horseback hunting, a sport with ancient roots, is carried out in groups and involves the use of packs of dogs, which are tasked with tracking down and flushing out prey. In France, hunting is generally directed at deer, while fox hunting is a more typically British tradition. As […]