Is garlic good for my horse?
Q: I feed my horse raw garlic to help keep the flies at bay. He has two cloves sliced into his feed each day, but I’m thinking of upping it to three. Is this okay? Read Article
Foal’s first walk to the field – getting it right
Everything you need to know about guiding your foal from stable to paddock. Follow Horse&Rider’s tips to make this a smooth operation. Read Article
Stable bandage
Here's a step-by-step guide to help you perfect your stable bandaging technique Read Article
Fit for purpose: Ready for anything
If your horse is an all-rounder, your job is to maintain his fitness by giving him regular amounts of work. Tina Sederholm explains how... Read Article
Top 10 tips for coping in the cold
Britain has been hit by an unusually big freeze this winter - try these top 10 tips for keeping your horse happy and safe in extreme weather Read Article
Is it healthy for horses to eat straw?
Q: My horse is stabled on straw, which he will eat even if I mix old straw in with the new. I’ve heard it’s not good for a horse’s digestion, so why does he do it and how can I stop him? Read Article
Manage coat change, the easy way
Is your horse looking a little moth-eaten? Do you have horse hair everywhere? Check out some of our top tips for dealing with spring coat change, in the April issue Horse&Rider. Read Article
Hock bandage
Special care needs to be taken when bandaging a horse's hocks. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get it right Read Article
Crematorium disposed of my horse’ss ashes instead of returning them to me; who’s to blame?
Q: When my horse was put down, I told my vet I wanted him cremated and the ashes returned. But they ended up disposing of the ashes. Who's to blame and do I have any rights? Read Article
Should I clip my native pony?
Q: My Highland pony gets very hot in the summer, even though he doesn’t have a particularly thick coat. Do you think I should clip him in the summer? Read Article
Keep having fun in the summer sun
Most of us live for the summer, but it doesn’t come without its irritations – excess sun and flies. But they needn’t put a dampener on things if you follow Horse&Rider’s great tips... Read Article
Safety first
Being naturally inquisitive, horses frequently hurt themselves, but is your horse's environment as safe as it could be? Read Article
Checking the floor of your horsebox or trailer to make sure it is safe
Your horse relies on you to keep him safe, so always check the condition of your vehicle’s floor before loading Read Article
Think twice before loaning or giving your horse away to a ‘good home’
Heart-broken owners have been coming forward with horror tales. Read Article
Leather care – how to clean your saddle and bridle
Saddles and bridles are an essential piece of kit and a big investment. Look after them and they’ll keep their value and could last for decades. Caring for your tack doesn’t have to be time-consuming – a wipe, a squirt and a rub – is there any excuse for dirty tack? Read Article
On the road
Safely transporting your horse begins with ensuring you are licensed, insured and covered for every eventuality. Horse&Rider fills in the details Read Article
Independence day
Just as twittering birds announce the birth of foals every spring, frost-covered paddocks signal to many that it's time for tiny hooves to stride out on their own and be weaned Read Article
Has your horse turned into a furry beast?
Which clippers do what and which clippers do you need? A guide to finding the right clippers for the job Read Article
One step ahead
As the saying goes, ‘A stitch in time saves nine’. So get re-waterproofing those rugs before it’s suddenly September again. Read Article
Reducing bedding costs
As prices increase, horse owners have to dig deeper into their pockets, but there are ways to cut the costs. Read Article
