Horses and ponies are more similar than they are distinct. Since they are much smaller, it is not difficult to mistake ponies for foals or colts. Yet, ponies aren’t the same at all. You need to keep the differences in mind, especially if you own both. Crucially you need to think about horse feed and pony feed, feeding strategies, and exercise. Continue reading →

Being a hobby farmer or smallholder is difficult, but can come with advantages. For example, it can be a source of income and fresh produce. It’s also great if you want to live a more sustainable life. However, you have a number of things to think about. If you keep animals, you have a responsibility to utilise wormer in the most cost efficient and effective way. At the same time, you are responsible for doing everything possible to stop resistance from developing. Let’s discuss this topic in more detail below. Continue reading →

Looking for new waterproofs for various jobs and activities can be confusing. Waterproof, showerproof, water-repellent, and water-resistant all mean something different, but get used interchangeably. You shouldn’t use them as synonyms though, especially the last two, as there are some key differences. This includes the structure of the fabric. To understand how they are different, you need to know of their definitions. We are going to explore these in detail and discuss whether one is better than the other. Continue reading →