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Nov142022
Black FridayBlogBrands

Equilibrium Massage & Magnetic – On Sale Now!

SAVE on all Equilibrium Therapy products and accessories, in-store & online until 30 November.

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Nov12022
Black FridayEvents

Save in All Branches & Online

It is officially BLACK FRIDAY month. 10-50% off in all branches, 10-35% off online! Preparations are in full swing for three days of great savings…

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Oct152022
Black FridayEvents

Black Friday – Trading Hours

Black Friday – Trading Hours24 – 26 November 2022 All BranchesJohannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria, Durban, Port Elizabeth & Bloemfontein Thursday & Friday: 08H00 to 18H00…

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Oct122022
Black FridayTips Photo of horse wearing brown bridle

Build Your Wishlist

Browse and save your favourites to shop later with WISHLISTS Wishlists allow you to build collections of product you like before purchasing them or to…

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Apr222022
Western Shoppe Team

A warm welcome to Tamarin

A very warm welcome to the experienced Tamarin Brink who has joined the Pretoria Saddle Fitting Team. Having worked in the equestrian industry for years,…

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Oct212021
Brands

Samshield – Unique like you!

Create a unique SAMSHIELD… like you! Build a fully customised Samshield Shadowmatt or Miss Shield Helmet to express your unique self and turn heads in…

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Oct142021
Events

6 week countdown to Black Friday

SAVE THE DATE Black Friday is in 6 weeks time! Mark 25-27 November in your calendars for Western Shoppe’s Black Friday & annual Johannesburg Tent…

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Aug32021
Brands

Choose the right Cavallo Hoof Boot for your horse

The complete hoof boot for any terrain, any speed, and any horse. Your horse’s hooves are truly a marvel of engineering! Hooves are natural shock…

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Apr292021
Western Shoppe Team Lize Louw and Mark Almighty

Meet Lize – Pretoria’s Branch Manager

Upbeat, a warm smile (always!) and ready for any task. If you have ever visited the Pretoria branch, it’s quite likely you would have met…

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Apr202021
Brands

Leovet Plant Guide

Leovet was founded in 1982 by Dr. Ulf Jacoby with the motivation “Better health for the horse, less work for the rider”. The range of…

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Apr22021
Brands Arena Jump Saddle

Meet Arena Saddles

Perfect in any Arena Hit the trails, tackle a difficult course of jumps, or find your harmony in the Dressage arena with your Arena Saddle.…

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Mar122021
Blog Cape Town view 4

Step inside the newly renovated Cape Town branch

Enjoy a new shopping experience at the newly renovated Western Shoppe Cape Town. Contact the Cape Town team: Tel: 021 551 4410 Email: capetown@westernshoppe.com

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Feb222021
Blog Cape Town View 1

The newly renovated Western Shoppe Cape Town is open!

The newly renovated Cape Town branch is OPEN! We’re still finding “home” in our new space after a busy weekend of moving, but it’s back…

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Jan222021
Western Shoppe Team Megan Evans

A warm welcome to Megan

Megan – New to the Johannesburg team A warm welcome to Megan who has joined the Johannesburg team as a Trainee Saddle Fitter. Over the…

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Jan202021
Tips

African Horse Sickness Prevention – Presented by Aktiv Equine

The African Horse Sickness season typically peaks from February to May, but with healthy rainfall this Summer season, there is suspicion that the peak of…

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Jan192021
Blog

Cape Town – Renovation Update

Western Shoppe Cape Town has moved temporarily (within the same business complex). The Cape Town branch has moved to units B26-27 Milnerton Business Park (the…

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Jan82021
Brands

Veredus Hind Boots – FEI Approved Models

NEW YEAR, NEW SHOWJUMPING RULES FEI implemented new Hind Boot rules on 1 January 2021, to which South African Showjumping will follow. Take note of the…

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Dec122020
Ambassadors Ronnie & Magic Boy

A good run at the KPC Christmas Festival

Although we didn’t see the end of the KPC Christmas Festival due to COVID-19 restrictions, our riders had great rounds with their horses. Photo: Denford…

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Dec92020
Blog

New look for Western Shoppe Cape Town – February 2021

Dear Customers, We are pleased to share that Western Shoppe Cape Town branch will sport a brand-new look in February 2021! Our beloved shop at…

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Nov302020
Blog

Festive Season – Important Dates

Festive Season Trading Hours: Please take note that our couriers partners are currently experiencing PEAK SEASON. Due to high volumes of freight, parcels might be delayed,…

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Nov302020
Ambassadors

Shannon Smith and Callaho Condino jump their first 1.10m

Another first this month for the Western Shoppe team! Shannon Smith and Callaho Condino jumped their first 1.10m show! Shannon and her own Mark White…

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Nov282020
Ambassadors

A new addition to Tamar’s stable

Welcome Capital Cayenne! Tamar Gliksman ended off a busy November by welcoming Capital Cayenne to her string of horses. Cayenne (Capital Conlanc x Carrick) has…

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Nov242020
Blog

The 45 year journey – Reflections with HQ

Reflecting on 45 years of horses, an evolving equestrian industry, shared memories, people & more. HQ Magazine presented their ’20 of 2020′ series earlier this…

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Nov232020
Ambassadors

Rain or shine for Kirsten Winn-Smith

Kirsten competed two horses at the recent Reonet South African Adult Showjumping Championships. The weather played nice, for the most part! Kirsten and her open…

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Oct272020
Reviews Mandy Jones' horse having a relax and snack during treatment

Evidence of the Equilibrium Massage Pad at Work

Mandy Jones recently purchased the Equilibrium Massage Pad after some deliberation in-store with Kayleen (Johannesburg team) about the different therapy options available in the market.…

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Oct232020
Brands Prestige Jump Saddle

Unprecedented Demand for Prestige Italia

South Africa has joined the world with unprecedented demand for Prestige Italia. This has resulted in much longer lead times from the factory as production…

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Oct212020
Ambassadors Robyn and Status

Robyn Andrews & champions at work

Champions at work. The hard work continues! Robyn has been training at home with her rides Compton House Status Quo II and Manor D’Or Denozo. She’s…

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Oct192020
Ambassadors Shannon & Condino

Shannon Smith – Back Home to Practice Some More

Young horses are full of surprises! If you’ve produced a young horse, you’ll know all too well that they are full of surprises. They’ll walk…

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Oct172020
Ambassadors Dominey Alexander and Catinio

Great horse power for Dominey Alexander

Dominey Alexander is sitting on an exceptional string of horses, both established and up-and-coming.If Dominey’s horses aren’t in the places now, they’re certainly building up…

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Oct152020
Ambassadors Sahara flying as a young horse

Another Open horse for Kirsten Winn-Smith

Voigtskirch Sahara – small but mighty Kirsten Winn-Smith has now successfully produced the “small but mighty” Voigtskirch Sahara to the Open grades! The team jumped…

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Oct102020
Ambassadors

Tamar Gliksman’s Newest Team Member

Hello world, I’m Alessandro Rossi S! I’m Tamar’s newest arrival from her great mare, Suprina. Tamar Gliksman welcomed a new member to her team, Alessandro…

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Oct52020
Western Shoppe Team Shannon Symons of the Durban team

A warm welcome to Shannon

A warm welcome to Shannon Symons who recently joined the Durban team. Shannon is a familiar face, having previously worked for Western Shoppe for several…

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Aug262020
Reviews Photo of AKtiv Equine Stead-E Calmer

Stead-E Calming Supplement by Aktiv Equine

Stead-E Calming Supplement is a sophisticated calming complex containing L- Tryptophan, Magnesium, B-Vitamins, Probiotic, and Seaweed. Stead-E (“Steady”) is formulated to reduce anxiety and promote…

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Aug212020
Brands

Meet HART

If you’re a Bates and Wintec fan, you’ll love the new HART models. HART (Horse and Rider Technology) has proven to be transformative for both…

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Jul302020
Brands

Acavallo Sensitive Bits

Horses love the Acavallo Sensitive Bits. This innovative bit line enhances the confidence of the horse in the rider’s hand because of its quiet and…

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Jun302020
Brands

Free movement in Eskadron Proflex Classic Boots

Increased comfort and freedom of movement is guaranteed in the sporty Eskadron Proflex Classic Tendon and Fetlock Boots. Proflex ‘soft-zones’ provide greater elasticity, allowing more…

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Feb192020
Events

Summer Clearance Sale

New season, new arrivals! We’re making some space before our March containers arrive, FULL of new Autumn arrivals for horse and rider. Save 20% on…

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Oct222019
Tips

Cleaning Leather Boots

Leather boots should be cleaned and conditioned regularly to ensure they look great and have a longer working life. Dry, lifeless leather will wear quicker…

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Jul52019
Blog

Horse Riding Games

Games to try in your next horse riding lesson Horse riding games can be a great way to teach young or inexperienced riders how to…

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Nov152018
Brands

Uvex Eyewear Technology

UV Protection UV-absorbing filters built directly into the raw material provide the sensitive retina with 100% protection against damaging UV rays up to 400nm. All…

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Apr102018
Brands

Sprenger Stirrup Irons – The ‘Great’ And Facelift Of The Great

Similar, but different. Meet the Great, and the facelift of the Great! Bow Balance Flexcite

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Mar202018
Brands

Sprenger Bits – All You Need To Know

A third material is Duo Soft, flexible plastic which adapts to the horse’s mouth in an optimal way. The mouthpiece is reinforced with a steel…

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Mar12018
Brands

Understanding Sprenger Equestrian

Herm. Sprenger is renowned for its outstanding quality and technologically advanced designs. Founded in 1872, the years of hard work, commitment to excellence and innovative…

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Apr32017
Blog

Wintec Birthday Celebration Give-Away

Wintec’s birthday gift to you! If you purchase a Wintec saddle by 30 April 2017 you will be eligible to receive a FREE Wintec saddle…

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Sep162016
Tips

Helmet = Helmet Hair

Helmet = helmet hair? No sweat! We hear it all the time, and ladies, this is mostly for you: “I don’t like wearing a helmet,…

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Sep142016
Tips

Check Your Helmet For Damage Post Impact

“I’ve had a fall, what do I do?” First of all, we hope you and your horse are okay! If you’re not, we know you’ll…

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Sep72016
Events

The Walvis Bay Endurance Ride 2016

Walvis Bay Success for the 2016 RSA Ladies Lightweight Endurance A team of five ladies and their noble steeds set off on the ultimate challenge…

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Jul182016
Blog

The Atlantis Horse Youth Project

The Atlantis Horse Youth Development, a registered NPO, is a community run project in Atlantis (West Coast) in the Cape. It is spear headed by…

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Oct62015
Western Shoppe Team

Meet PTA Branch Saddle Fitter and Sales Assistant – Michelle Browne

Name: Michelle Browne. Nicknames: Mish. Job title at Western Shoppe: Sales assistant and saddle fitter at the Western Shoppe Pretoria branch. Give three words that…

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Sep172015
Western Shoppe Team

Catch up with Master Saddle Fitter, Bronwyn Gurr

In between a busy fitting schedule, Bronwyn Gurr met with us for a quick catch up. Name: Bronwyn Gurr. Nicknames: Bron. Job title at Western…

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Sep42015
Ambassadors

Who is Ronnie Healy?

The ever charming Ronnie Healy has collected multiple championship wins locally and abroad, and is now establishing a teaching base and yard again on South…

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Aug272015
Western Shoppe Team

Meet JHB Branch Saddle Fitter – Kayleen Harrison

Our senior Saddle Fitter, Kayleen Harrison, has a lifetime of stories to tell about horses, early morning plaiting sessions, and her saddle fitting journey. We…

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Jul312015
Ambassadors

Who is Bronwyn Short?

We found a gap to chat to Kwesta ambassador, Bronwyn Short. She is competitive and just LOVES her horses. Name: Bronwyn Meredith Short DOB: 22…

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Jul72015
Blog Photo of Roeckl Glove GLOV1199

Riding Glove Sizing Chart

Determine your glove size Open your hand and place a tape measure around the base of your knuckles (do not include the thumb). Now make…

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Sep92014
Blog Pegamax Dewormer

Dewormers

Making sense of dewormers Deworming forms an important part of any equine health care regime and the correct use of available deworming products can help…

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Jun302014
Blog Wintec Lite All Purpose Black

Wintec Lite

What’s the key difference between the NEW WintecLite All Purpose saddle, and the NEW WintecLite All Purpose D’Lux saddle? The WintecLite All Purpose saddle features…

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Jun122014
Tips

Showmaster Clipper Blade Adjustment

1mm Blade Setup INCORRECT Do not set the blades with the top blades overlapping the bottom. CORRECT Set the top and bottom blades in line…

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Jun32014
Blog

Special Olympics Equestrian Advancement

The Special Olympics World Summer Games brings to the world’s attention the talents and capabilities of people with intellectual disabilities, where more than 7000 Special…

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Nov82013
Brands

Mustad Alu Equilibrium

A revolution in horseshoe design The new Mustad Equi-Librium horseshoe represents a new approach that is proven to reduce load and the risk of injury…

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Oct222013
Events

SA Riders Championship

What does it take to be a South African Rider’s Champion? In little less than 2 weeks we will have a newly crowned SA Rider’s…

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Oct12013
Brands Woman wearing a pair of Uvex Lifestyle Sunglasses

Why you should choose Uvex Sunglasses

Why have Uvex sunglasses become one of our best selling Rider Accessory products? Their superior lenses and perfect fit might have something to do with…

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Sep22013
Blog

Fenushine

Honeyvale Herb Fenu’shine For an equine specific feed supplement to be successful in today’s market among the thousands of other available products it must offer…

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Aug142013
Blog

Revil Stables

Revil Stables – the Polokwane success story The South African showjumping circuit sees top riders and horses travel to various parts of our diverse and…

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Aug132013
Events

SANESA GAUTENG REGIONAL FINALS – MISTY MEADOWS

WOW – what a show! Do yourselves a favour, next time Misty Meadows hosts a show, go and a have a look. As a rider…

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Jul22013
Tips Diagram of snaffle bridle

Adjusting Snaffle Bridles

A correctly sized bridle that is adjusted correctly, kept in good repair and that is well taken care of will function as an indispensable aid…

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Jul12013
Tips Photo of sheepskin pad under saddle

Caring For Genuine Sheepskin Products

Genuine sheepskin products, such as saddle pads/numnahs, noseband covers and girth covers, are investments in your horse’s comfort. Good care of these items can dramatically…

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Jun142013
Tips Rear view of the Bucas Riding Rug

How and When To Use Quartersheets

Exercise rugs are also known as quarter sheets as they cover the horse’s hindquarters during exercise. These rugs are available in two basic types to…

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May222013
Tips Photo of Uvex helmets

Riding Helmets – Useful Guidelines and Care Guide

The fit of your riding helmet is not only important as a comfort consideration. The protection provided by the helmet is directly related to ensuring…

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May212013
Blog Photo of the durable mesh Equiforce Supastrong Flysheet

Fly Rugs

If you are a horse owner and you have not yet invested in a fly rug for your horse, the summer months might well be…

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Oct182012
Tips Photo of horse wearing brown bridle

Preparing New Leather Tack For Use

You’ve spent hours researching the various equipment options available for your horse. You’ve made an informed decision on which piece of equipment would best suit…

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Sep202012
Tips Photo of a neatly groomed horse

Clipper Care Guide

It is important to follow a basic clipper care routine which will ensure your clipper’s durability and usefulness through many clipping seasons. By following the…

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May192012
Tips

Sheepskin Care

Things to avoid: Do not tumble dryDo not dry on a radiatorDo not store in a plastic bagDo not wash with biological washing detergentDo not…

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