Claire Akers

Nutritionist

How long have you been riding?
I have been riding since I was seven initially in a weekly lesson but soon I progressed to loaning then owning my own pony. During the school holidays and weekends I worked at the local Equestrian centre breaking and schooling horses. I decided on a career in equine industry and have studied Equine Science to MSc.

What is your favourite horsey activity?
I have been involved with a wide range of horsey activities, from playing in a horseball team to dressage to team chasing. My favourite activity is jumping my 16hh Dutch Warmblood 'Porthos' my wish is for more time to compete him.

Who is your all time horsey hero?
My all time horsey hero is Milton.

What is your most embarrassing horsey moment?
My most embarrassing horsey incident was spending four days in the field trying to catch my very naughty pony. In the end the vet was called and had to borrow a blow dart from the local zoo to tranquilize him.