Listen up and receive your horse's full attention! Use lighter aids and more variety in your schooling work, with tips for all levels of rider. Horse&Rider magazine catches up with eventer Mark Todd as he talks through a schooling session with emphasis on rider fitness and top tips for success! Take an exclusive masterclass with eventer Mark Todd, explore the weird and wonderful natural horseman ship and consider if any of these alternative therapies could benefit you. Step up a level with Judy Harvey and set yourself a challenge with her training tips. Common bitting problems explained, with suggestions for new bits and techniques to beat the blues and make your horse smile. As the climate is changing, could African Horse Sickness reach the UK? Bluetongue did, so what are the risks? Find out the symptoms and prevention methods just in case! When the heat is on, keep both yourself and your horse hydrated with your hottest questions answered, and all you need to know about electrolytes. Is natural horseman ship the answer to more successful communication with your horse? Dr Deborah Goodwin explores the science behind it. The August issue of Horse&Rider is packed with horses for sale, in-depth features from vets and top riders, the latest news, horse management advice, shopping tips and thought-provoking articles from the best horsey experts around!