Ask an expert
Meet Alex Gingell
A new addition to Horse Herbs - our 'ask an expert' feature is offered by Alex Gingell, a Level 1 FEI Judge & List 3A BD Judge.
Alex Gingell has worked with horses in a nutrition capacity for over 30 years. Prior to becoming a remote RingCraft coach, Alex owned a company sourcing high quality ingredients and creating bespoke regimes for individual horses, working closely with horses at Newmarket and advising vets nationwide.
Today, as part of his online subscription, he brings his wealth of knowledge to Horse Herb customers as part of Alex's Core Subscription for £9.99 per month.
How does it work
Head over to Alex Gingell's website:
Sign up to the Core Membership for £9.99.
You cancel anytime or continue the subscription for monthly advice and enjoy the many other benefits if you feel it would help!
Once you've signed up, send Alex an email at office@alexgingellringcraft.com with the following information:
- Weight/Size
- Breed
- What is the horse/pony used for?
(E.g. dressage, showjumping, eventing, pet etc.)
- What is their exercise routine?
- Current food & supplements with weights/doses
- Health history, any allergies?
- Do they suffer from colic?
- Do they struggle with their weight?
- Are they prone to ulcers?
- Feet condition
- Hoof condition, e.g. cracked or soft
- Are they fed oil?
- Do they have free access to grass?
- What is their hay quality?
- Pictures/videos of the horse.
Please allow up to 3 working days for Alex to come back to you.
You will then receive an email detailing next steps for your horse. Whether that be anything from changes to current diet, a revised exercise routine or the addition of supplements to complement your horses well-being.
Following this, you will then have the chance to speak with Alex directly via phone or video call where you can discuss the plan in detail and ask any questions you might have.
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About
Alex Gingell
Alex grew up in a Cambridge farming family with a strong equestrian background. His passion for eventing developed during a decade in the Newmarket & Thurlow Pony Club. While competing on his horse, Countryman, he realized the importance of dressage, often missing top placements despite double clears. Determined to improve, Alex focused on dressage and achieved three consecutive scores of 22 at the open intermediate level, winning against riders like Owen Moore and Andrew Nicholson. This breakthrough earned him a spot on the Junior team in 1989.
After a fall in 1990 ended his competitive riding career, Alex shifted focus. He earned a BA in Equine Studies and advanced as a dressage judge, becoming a List 4 judge. Following a 15-year break for family and business, Alex reignited his passion through FEI ground jurying, eventually becoming a Level 1 FEI Judge.
In November 2023, Alex was promoted to List 3a BD, qualifying him to judge all levels of eventing and advanced/medium in British Dressage. He is now working towards List 2 for 2024, with potential for FEI Level 2 by year-end. RingCraft, his specialty, is now his full-time focus, marking an exciting new chapter in his career.
We are in no way affiliated with the advice given nor can Horse Herbs accept responsibility for any advice given.
If in doubt, we always advise consulting your vet.
