Stephen Clarke gets you going sideways, Mary King offers expert jumping advice and Michael Peace explains the art of good training. Plus, see how clicker training could transform your horse, make your hacking heavenly with our top 10 tips, and find out how comfortable your horse’s bit really is.

Horse world – news, gossip and diary dates

* August: The month to... Qualify for Badminton – yes, really!
* The latest news and horsey dates for your diary
* Your letters, charity round-up
* Hollywood gets horsey! Meet the stars behind the latest blockbuster, Robin Hood - VIEW GALLERY HERE

In the saddle - riding, schooling and training

* Heavenly hacking – top10 tips to make your summer riding special
* Mary King’s jumping masterclass – how small changes can make a big difference
* Get focused for lateral work, with top dressage judge and trainer, Stephen Clarke
* “Anyone can have a well-behaved horse,” says Michael Peace. Discover how!
* Rules of the road – hacking etiquette

Mind matters - horse and rider psychology

* Martin Murphy helps you manage your emotions in the saddle for more confident riding – and a more confident horse
* Dr Marthe Kiley-Worthington explains why clicker training could work for you

Essentials special – Forever young

Anti-ageing advice that every horse owner should know

* Keep him supple
* Healthy eating
* Teething troubles
* Spot the signs

Ask a vet - vital veterinary expertise

* Dr Duncan explains problems a young foal may encounter
* Equine SOS! What to do in a horsey emergency

Management know-how – horse care advice you can trust

* Are you bitting comfortably? Discover how happy your horse really is with his bit
* How to give your horse the shiny, healthy coat he deserves

Horsey shopping – you need it, you want it, you’ve gotta have it!

* Tried and tested – poo-picking products to make your life easier
* What’s in store? Find out which horsey products are hitting the shelves this month
* Careers special! Tips from industry experts on making your way in the horsey world of work
* £1,600-worth of horsey goodies up for grabs – including an oil portrait of your horse

Horse&Rider Classifieds

Your one-stop-shop for horses for sale, tack and equipment, equestrian property and a bulging horsey directory

* Horses for sale - view 100s of horses for sale, and advertise your horse absolutely FREE!
* Property – why equestrian properties in France are becoming ever more popular with Brits, and how to go about making the move
* Houses for sale – save, spend and splurge! Gorgeous horsey properties for every budget

Ask the Experts

You ask and our panel of experts answers! This month, our experts tackle:

* Getting more engagement
* Backing problems sorted
* Dealing with aggression around food
* Keeping an eye on cataracts
* “My horse has a swollen sheath, should I be worried?”
* “I want to buy a horse – but he’s lame”
* “What is imprint shoeing?” Win!
* £2,000-worth of Ariat boots and half chaps
* A showring makeover with Katie Jerram, plus HOYS tickets, courtesy of Winergy Equilibrium
* A lesson with Chris Bartle, plus Jeffries gear

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