Expert Advice

Prepare and recover

Strength and conditioning coach Henry Carter shares his easy and effective warm-up and cool-down routines Read Article

Spider web pole layout

Work your way through the zig-zag layout and progress through to a more complex spider web pattern when you and your horse are ready Read Article

Ringcraft ready: showing secrets part two

Discover what’s involved in a show and how you can catch the judge’s eye, with showing expert Sam Roberts Read Article

TLC on prescription

If your horse has to have an operation, vet nurse Emily Buckley has some guidance on aftercare Read Article

The trouble with tendons

Tendon injuries are a common cause of lameness. Vet Gemma Sherlock advises on spotting, treating and preventing them in your horse Read Article

Look after your horse’s legs

Tendon care is vital for horses of all ages and a specially formulated supplement can offer extra support Read Article

Choosing the right farrier

Finding a good farrier is vital for your horse’s soundness and welfare, but how do you go about it? Read Article

Management 101: Mental stimulation for golden oldies

Fizz Tickridge-Marshall looks at ways to keep your veteran occupied mentally Read Article

The right home for your horse

If you’re creating a new stable or improving an old one, it pays to use expert guidance to get it right Read Article

Positive progress

Taking time to recognise your achievements is the key to making progress, says Alison Buttery Read Article

Pause for thought

If you have to take a break from riding, Alison Buttery has ways to help you stay connected Read Article

Good neighbours

Want to maintain a harmonious atmosphere at the yard? We reveal how to build good relationships with your fellow liveries Read Article

Could you take on an ex-racehorse?

If you’d like to own a racehorse out of training but don’t know much about the sport, learning some of the key terminology can put you ahead of the curve Read Article

Perfect partners: the vetting

When you’re happy that you’ve met your perfect match, the next step is to think about the vetting. Equine vet Juliette Edmonds guides you through the process Read Article

Perfect partners - meeting your perfect horse match

Perfect partners: meeting your match

The excitement of buying a new horse is one like no other, but don’t be fooled by rose-tinted glasses. Before taking the plunge, make sure you’re fully prepared Read Article