http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog Sun, 28 Sep 2008 20:16:45 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en As our new Cannock Superstore nears its much anticipated-opening date, I've decided to add some pictures.  If you're getting ready to visit, we're looking forward to seeing you! The front of the Superstore, with impressive illuminated sign! Store Manager Adrian Chapman and his team prepare for the big day The Dog Section, looking ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/ready-for-lift-off/ As winter is fast approaching, you may well be thinking whether or not to clip your horse. There are pros and cons to whichever decision you make, and only you will know whether your horse will benefit from clipping or not. Remember that clipping should never be done just to make your horse ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/horse-clips-clippers-and-clipping/ There's been so much talked about 'The Credit Crunch' this year, it seems almost mandatory that we should all be suffering from it. Some people have even gone as far as pinpointing exactly when it began, as if we could all agree that this was the point in time at ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/feeling-the-crunch/ When you first start out in riding everyone is told to wear boots with a small heel. Many riding schools have riding boots that you can borrow for your first few lessons. Your safety is absolutely paramount so investing in boots designed specifically for riding should be something you do ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/equestrian-clothing-riding-boots-jodhpur-boots-and-half-chaps/ As winter seems to be fast approaching, we are all starting to think about the colder, wet weather and what effect this will have on our horses and their lifestyle. Our fields are beginning to become softer, and mud patches are developing especially in areas that receive a lot of traffic, eg ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/how-to-prevent-and-treat-mud-fever/ I'd like to introduce you to a horse you may already have seen...   'Kimble' is one of our equine models.  In the style of Troy McClure from The Simpsons, You may have seen him modelling such products as our Grackle bridle or the Knot Plait Western bridle.  He got his name ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/meet-kimble-on-the-run-to-cannock/ My previous blog regarding Laminitis proved popular with many readers. Having experienced laminitis first hand, some felt compelled to respond to the blog, and their stories and advice were both appreciated and helpful. These replies have led me to write again about an illness which I'm sure even more of us have ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/horse-colic/ There are very few riders who do not yearn to have a horse of their own. It isn't as simple as going out and handing over your hard earned money though. You need to consider whether you have the time, money and expertise to take on this huge commitment. Do you have the time? A horse needs ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/how-to-buy-a-horse-or-pony/ Last Thursday (14th August), I spent the day at the site of our new Superstore at Cannock.  I hadn't been there for just over two weeks and I couldn't believe the difference in the place! Walls were painted, flooring was down and shelving was up.  Instead of a cavernous building, it's ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/cannock-progress-still-on-schedule/ It’s been a busy few weeks here at Robinsons and we’re now gearing ourselves up for a busy few months to come - right up to Christmas!   Last week, our Design team sent all our catalogue pages to the printers, just before the deadline - which means they’ll be arriving on ... http://www.robinsons-uk.com/blog/index.php/summer-days-drifting-away/