Equine MOT
You canβt take him to the garage, but your horse still needs regular checks to keep him ticking over. We demystify a year in horsey maintenance Read Article
Joint health β problems, prevention and supplementation
There is a long history of fascination with the horseβs athletic ability, which is used in both sport and leisure. Physiologically, horses are supreme athletes and much more naturally talented than humans. But this athleticism means that they are prone to musculoskeletal problems, especially in their joints, and domestication and breeding for specific traits has probably enhanced the likelihood of problems. Read Article
Tackling tendon injuries
Injuries to tendons can be tricky to heal, but with early detection and the right treatment, the outcome can be significantly improved, as vet Laura Quiney, from the Animal Health Trust, explains Read Article
How to use VetkinTape for Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction (SI-joint Pain)
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is a painful condition, but Equine Physical Therapist Laura Wildschut explains how VetkinTape could help Read Article
The rise of the superbug
Threatening the health of our horses as well as our own, resistance to antimicrobial drugs is on the increase. Vet Laura Quiney, from the Animal Health Trust, explains how you can help preserve the use of these lifesaving medicines Read Article
How a wound heals
Horses tend to be accident-prone, which means that dealing with wounds is part and parcel of being a horse owner. Vet Sally Hodgson, from Hook Norton Veterinary Group, explains how wounds repair and how you can help the process Read Article
Colic
Colic can affect any horse at any time and it can be life-threatening. Vet Imogen Burrows, from Cliffe Equine Clinic, explains what signs to look for and what to do when it strikes Read Article
Atypical myopathy
When atypical myopathy strikes, the consequences are usually devastating. Dr Richard Newton, from the Animal Health Trust, explains how you can protect your horse against this deadly disease Read Article
Your horse’s respiratory system
Your horseβs respiratory system is a complex, delicate piece of equipment thatβs vital for his survival, as vet Jamie Prutton, from Liphook Equine Hospital, explains Read Article
Suspensory injuries
Suspensory injuries are notoriously difficult to heal successfully, but there could be a new treatment on the horizon, as vet Dr Sue Dyson from the Animal Health Trust explains Read Article
Equine dehydration
Did you know your horse could become dehydrated after just an hourβs work? Nutritionist Kate Hore explains what to look for and how best to keep him hydrated Read Article
Equine cancer
The word no one ever wants to hear, but thereβs new hope for horses facing a cancer diagnosis. Vet Anna Hollis from the Animal Health Trust explains what to look for and the lifesaving treatments available Read Article
Managing arthritis
It strikes fear into the hearts of horse owners, but does arthritis have to be career-ending and what options do you have if your horse is diagnosed? Read Article
Sidebone
Sidebone is a common problem and many owners donβt even know their horse has it. Vet David Rutherford, from Fellowes Farm Equine Clinic, explains Read Article
What a blood test can tell you
A blood test can provide your vet with a lot of information about your horseβs health, but the results can be confusing to understand. Vet Anna Hollis, from the AHT, tells us more about what these tests look for Read Article
Kissing spines – too close for comfort
Kissing spines has a reputation for causing severe back pain. But for many horses diagnosed with this condition it isnβt necessarily bad news, as vet Laura Quiney, from the Animal Health Trust, explains. Read Article
Throwing a splint – is it a problem?
On any yard, itβs likely at least one horse will have a splint. But just how serious are they and is there anything we can do to prevent them? Vet Rachel Read from Rossdales Veterinary Surgeons has the low-down. Read Article
How to spot lameness
Would you know how to spot lameness? Itβs not always as obvious as noticing a limp, as vet Annamaria Nagy from the Animal Health Trust explains Read Article
Autumn laminitis
Laminitis is usually associated with a flush of new spring grass, but mild, wet autumn weather can also spell trouble for your horse. Horse&Rider explains what you can do to minimise the risk Read Article
How to recognise ringworm
Ringworm is the most common fungal skin infection in horses. Vet Poppy Mitchell, from Wensum Valley Vets, explains how to recognise and deal with the problem swiftly to prevent it spreading Read Article
