What a great concept. I'm very lucky my pony is on concervation land so has a natural wet land and different grasses to eat. I love the idea of keeping them as nature intended as much as practical ❤️
I set up my own track system. It is still a work in progress but would recommend it to anyone. It completely transformed my horse. I think track systems will be the future. The domestic version of keeping horses as we know it just isn’t cutting it for our horses.
This seems like such a wonderful idea! I've personally never really agreed with stabling horses for long periods of time, but I understand how 24/7 turnout isn't always possible for many people. This seems like a much more accessible solution!
It’s great to see tracks getting a bit more airtime in the mainstream community! It’s all definitely a matter of lack of education in regards to hoof, mental and physical health as to why traditional yards are set up the way they are, but hopefully the industry will start to take notice and horse welfare will benefit in the future.
That was a fascinating interview! Please at a later date take up that offer of a visit so we can all see it in operation a bit more. Best wishes to you and lovely Woody Rhi and look forward to seeing you when you are ready.
Such a brilliant interview! I moved to a track set up 3 years ago - and I can't ever imagine go back to a tradition set up. My horses are thriving! I've got a 5 year plan to set up my own track livery here in the UK! I'm in the research phases of how to go about it! Very exciting times for the industry, and showcasing alternative ways of keeping horses is a way to increase the demand and make some change! :)
This is fascinating - thanks, Rhi, I’ve never heard of this before - you learn something every day! I hope you can do some more of these interview type vlogs while you sort yourself out in relation to the news about Woody. I can’t guess how hard it is for you but I am sure you will take the right decision for him.
Wow, that was so eye opening! I was one of the people thinking oh dear, the poor horses looking over the fence at the grass but not being able to get to it, but the explanation made perfect sense as to how the track system replicated the natural foraging in the wild. I for one would love to see a video of a look around the yard, fascinating stuff!! Has Mirri Hackett seen this, it has her name written all over it! 😅
Such an amazing set up. I came across their page randomly and think it's fantastic. I hope more liveries look into this and educate themselves for the sake of the best interest of the horses.
Okay she said something about a lot of horses having diarrhea wich is so true! But it's the same with cows: dairy cows get verry high sugar but also high protein food for more milk production but that is actually why the cow poop is so watery and in summer with the grass growing my horse has that same issue so we actually get him off the field on this little hard paddock to give him lower calorie aka lower sugar and protien every evening, but my parents don't want to make a track. I have litarly tried everything to convince them, and it's not like we can't afford the changes either
Thanks for the Interview! It’s so interesting to see as Track Livery is very common in Germany and many yards do that as it is the most natural way you can basically keep the horses and it has so many health advantages for horses regardless if they are injured or not. And it’s quite common that competition horses as well as non competition horses live in Track livery’s Germany. So happy that finally some of those yards got build in the UK ! Keep up the good work !!
Really interesting and Gawsworth looks like such a fantastic set up. I would make sense for more yards to go in this direction. It would be great to see more yards combining both the riding & more human facilities along side tracks as it is such a great way to use relatively small acreages which is usually the main limiting factor for livery yards.
It’s cool right! Woody is ok, but I have made the decision to retire him from ridden life. Full video coming soon but you can read more by scrolling down the “community tab” on my RUclips page and finding the post where I share a bit more detail.
There are Aussie pages/groups, And a growing amount of private tracks, but very very few agistment tracks. But we are def behind in aus on the low sugar/starch and barefoot front
This was so interesting! I think if I ever rented my own land again this is something I would consider. I definitely agree with what she said about seeing horses with huge crests etc on livery yards; it seems to have became the norm to see overweight horses when actually that's just as bad as an underweight horse. Thanks for putting this video up! Gutted to hear about Woody; you really could not have tried any harder for that horse. Xx
Enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing.. I have followed Bethanies track for a long time. It has inspired me to set up my own and in the future make a business out of it aboard. :-?
This is a real eye opener, which I will share with my sister who has 4 horses and she has the ability and space to introduce a small track system (Laminitis is a common occurrence!) Thank you and look forward to you coming back but take the time you need, we'll still be here 🥰 Hugs for Woody too xx
You say this person went out to America and watch how the horses eat mine etc. But horses aren’t actually native to America. They are native to Europe. They have of course evolved like many animals do when they are introduced to new land. But if they really wanted to see what horses live like….it’s best to go to watch wild bears in Europe. But I want to say that this is very interesting. So I live in the Middle East and thought I could never keep a horse here as I felt guilty not having them on grass. But listening to you talking I really feel now that maybe I can give a horse an amazing life here. I really want to get in touch and learn much much more. Thank you Rhi for doing this interview. I really feel this is a game changer but also if I can get more information I can then help the stables I am part of here
Thank you so much for this video, absolutely fascinating and I LOVE the idea of track livery. My mare is now barefoot for the past 3 years and successfully competes eventing up to 100 level. I’ve certainly fallen victim to the whole world of fear regarding turnout and especially sole turnout but would love to try and break this habit. Should I manage to have horses at home I will be looking into how I can create track living so they can actually be out as much as they want ❤ I can only strive to be such an incredible horse owner!
I believe she just catches them as normal - walks up with a headcollar (sometimes without) and brings them into the barn. I think sometimes she'll go on the quad to fetch them but don't quote me. She has a few who are given a hard feed so come into the barn to be separated and a couple that require treatment on their hooves so come into the barn for that - there's a couple of videos on her Facebook page of her doing this.
I am not so sure about the concept , the horses that are in the UK bred are not wild or semi wild the horse is a grazer and as an owner you should feed forage like chaff, and hay not sugar rich mixes, and provide the minerals and vitamins
But isn't the issue really paddocks that have the incorrect grass species for horses and overgrazing that promotes sudden flushes of new growth which cause laminitis, and improper pasture maintenance.
Yes, essentially, that we don’t have that set up in the UK farmland but also that horses in the wild don’t just live on grass so miss out on benefits of that. That was my takeaway!
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What a great concept. I'm very lucky my pony is on concervation land so has a natural wet land and different grasses to eat. I love the idea of keeping them as nature intended as much as practical ❤️
Love that! Very cool.
I set up my own track system. It is still a work in progress but would recommend it to anyone. It completely transformed my horse. I think track systems will be the future. The domestic version of keeping horses as we know it just isn’t cutting it for our horses.
Yassss I agree sooo much!
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Track systems are the best!!!! The two ponies on my channel live free range within a track system around a farm!! ❤❤
This seems like such a wonderful idea! I've personally never really agreed with stabling horses for long periods of time, but I understand how 24/7 turnout isn't always possible for many people. This seems like a much more accessible solution!
It’s great to see tracks getting a bit more airtime in the mainstream community! It’s all definitely a matter of lack of education in regards to hoof, mental and physical health as to why traditional yards are set up the way they are, but hopefully the industry will start to take notice and horse welfare will benefit in the future.
That was a fascinating interview! Please at a later date take up that offer of a visit so we can all see it in operation a bit more.
Best wishes to you and lovely Woody Rhi and look forward to seeing you when you are ready.
Such a brilliant interview! I moved to a track set up 3 years ago - and I can't ever imagine go back to a tradition set up. My horses are thriving! I've got a 5 year plan to set up my own track livery here in the UK! I'm in the research phases of how to go about it! Very exciting times for the industry, and showcasing alternative ways of keeping horses is a way to increase the demand and make some change! :)
Ah very exciting indeed! We’ll have to keep an eye on your approach.
So great to see this getting more and more exposure. I really hope track liveries will continue to grow and be an option for more horses.
This is fascinating - thanks, Rhi, I’ve never heard of this before - you learn something every day! I hope you can do some more of these interview type vlogs while you sort yourself out in relation to the news about Woody. I can’t guess how hard it is for you but I am sure you will take the right decision for him.
I think this is fantastic. I love the concept of giving the horses choice and natural habitats.
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Absolutely!
Brilliant video Rhi, thoroughly enjoyed it. Love track systems, it’s a shame they are so rare in my area
Wow, that was so eye opening! I was one of the people thinking oh dear, the poor horses looking over the fence at the grass but not being able to get to it, but the explanation made perfect sense as to how the track system replicated the natural foraging in the wild. I for one would love to see a video of a look around the yard, fascinating stuff!! Has Mirri Hackett seen this, it has her name written all over it! 😅
You and me both 🙊 Her and I were chatting about this on the phone! She said she was excited to watch
Such an amazing set up. I came across their page randomly and think it's fantastic. I hope more liveries look into this and educate themselves for the sake of the best interest of the horses.
Finally an interview about track liveries!
I hope you enjoy it!
Super interesting video and makes absolute sense.it’s lovely to see a yard owner that puts the interest of the horses first.
Okay she said something about a lot of horses having diarrhea wich is so true! But it's the same with cows: dairy cows get verry high sugar but also high protein food for more milk production but that is actually why the cow poop is so watery and in summer with the grass growing my horse has that same issue so we actually get him off the field on this little hard paddock to give him lower calorie aka lower sugar and protien every evening, but my parents don't want to make a track. I have litarly tried everything to convince them, and it's not like we can't afford the changes either
Thanks for the Interview! It’s so interesting to see as Track Livery is very common in Germany and many yards do that as it is the most natural way you can basically keep the horses and it has so many health advantages for horses regardless if they are injured or not. And it’s quite common that competition horses as well as non competition horses live in Track livery’s Germany. So happy that finally some of those yards got build in the UK ! Keep up the good work !!
Setting up mine this spring /Summer in Ireland 🍀💚🇮🇪 amazing book also mentioned 🙏💜
Really interesting and informative, thank you x
Thank you for watching ❤️
Really interesting and Gawsworth looks like such a fantastic set up. I would make sense for more yards to go in this direction. It would be great to see more yards combining both the riding & more human facilities along side tracks as it is such a great way to use relatively small acreages which is usually the main limiting factor for livery yards.
That's super interesting, we don't have that is Australia, hopefully woody is alright! Lots of hugs for both of you ❤
It’s cool right! Woody is ok, but I have made the decision to retire him from ridden life. Full video coming soon but you can read more by scrolling down the “community tab” on my RUclips page and finding the post where I share a bit more detail.
@@RidingWithRhi you've done the best for him, you are honestly such a good horsey mum
@@dxniella_ thank you, i appreciate that 🤍
There are Aussie pages/groups, And a growing amount of private tracks, but very very few agistment tracks. But we are def behind in aus on the low sugar/starch and barefoot front
@@cassandradelune yeah, i'm in WA too, so there's a pretty low probability
This was so interesting! I think if I ever rented my own land again this is something I would consider. I definitely agree with what she said about seeing horses with huge crests etc on livery yards; it seems to have became the norm to see overweight horses when actually that's just as bad as an underweight horse. Thanks for putting this video up! Gutted to hear about Woody; you really could not have tried any harder for that horse. Xx
Enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing.. I have followed Bethanies track for a long time. It has inspired me to set up my own and in the future make a business out of it aboard. :-?
This is a real eye opener, which I will share with my sister who has 4 horses and she has the ability and space to introduce a small track system (Laminitis is a common occurrence!) Thank you and look forward to you coming back but take the time you need, we'll still be here 🥰 Hugs for Woody too xx
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Great vlog Rhi, best wishes for your rest and will look forward to you coming back..
Thank you. May not take a break, may take a week or a little more. I’ll be back either way!
This is a really interesting concept! It's definitely a good option if we ever move livery yards.
What kinds of hedge and trees are good?
This is so interesting!
You say this person went out to America and watch how the horses eat mine etc. But horses aren’t actually native to America. They are native to Europe. They have of course evolved like many animals do when they are introduced to new land. But if they really wanted to see what horses live like….it’s best to go to watch wild bears in Europe. But I want to say that this is very interesting. So I live in the Middle East and thought I could never keep a horse here as I felt guilty not having them on grass. But listening to you talking I really feel now that maybe I can give a horse an amazing life here. I really want to get in touch and learn much much more. Thank you Rhi for doing this interview. I really feel this is a game changer but also if I can get more information I can then help the stables I am part of here
Thank you so much for this video, absolutely fascinating and I LOVE the idea of track livery. My mare is now barefoot for the past 3 years and successfully competes eventing up to 100 level. I’ve certainly fallen victim to the whole world of fear regarding turnout and especially sole turnout but would love to try and break this habit. Should I manage to have horses at home I will be looking into how I can create track living so they can actually be out as much as they want ❤ I can only strive to be such an incredible horse owner!
How do you catch your horse when you need them? I know these horses don't get ridden but you still need to catch them for vet appointments etc.
I believe she just catches them as normal - walks up with a headcollar (sometimes without) and brings them into the barn. I think sometimes she'll go on the quad to fetch them but don't quote me. She has a few who are given a hard feed so come into the barn to be separated and a couple that require treatment on their hooves so come into the barn for that - there's a couple of videos on her Facebook page of her doing this.
I am not so sure about the concept , the horses that are in the UK bred are not wild or semi wild the horse is a grazer and as an owner you should feed forage like chaff, and hay not sugar rich mixes, and provide the minerals and vitamins
But isn't the issue really paddocks that have the incorrect grass species for horses and overgrazing that promotes sudden flushes of new growth which cause laminitis, and improper pasture maintenance.
Yes, essentially, that we don’t have that set up in the UK farmland but also that horses in the wild don’t just live on grass so miss out on benefits of that. That was my takeaway!