Winter grooming
Whether your horse lives in or out this winter, pay attention to his coat and spend a little quality time together, too Read Article
Counting calories
We're being encouraged to eat well and move more, and that is exactly what you need to do for your horse to promote weight loss Read Article
How to fit a chifney bit
Fitting a chifney bit can be a bit daunting due to the severity of the action. Chifney bits can have their place when used correctly. Use our guide to acquaint yourself, if you still feel unsure have an experienced person show you how. Read Article
Spring into action
Has your yard emerged from winter looking a little worse for wear? Now is prime time to give the place a good deep clean and we have some top tips to get you started Read Article
Manage mud fever
Mud fever is the bane of many horse owners’ lives during the winter months. Vet Kate Maxwell from Severn Edge Equine Vets explains what to look for, how to treat it and, most importantly, how to prevent it setting in Read Article
Housing benefits
Make your horse's home a clean 'n' cosy place to be this winter. Here's how, with our step-by-step guide... Read Article
Travelling overweight?
How heavy is the tack and equipment you travel with? Find out if you're putting your horse at risk Read Article
How to fit exercise boots
Almost everyone will fit some type of boot nowadays, but what does each type do and how do you fit them? Read Article
Top Tips for Sharing!
Check out these top tips for having a successful sharer for your horse! Read Article
Foster care
There was little hope for broodmare Bella. So what would become of her foal? Read Article
Top 10 tack cleaning tips
Professional grooms to the stars reveal their insider secrets for getting sparkling saddles and brilliant bridles Read Article
How to trot-up for a vet
You'll probably need to trot your horse up for the vet at some point. How should you present you horse properly and what is your vet looking for? Check out this video to find out... Read Article
Field care after floods
Kerry Taylor from Blue Cross offers advice for dealing with sodden fields Read Article
My horse sweats heavily and is also prone to asthma, so bedding is an issue, what can I do?
Q: When hacking out my mare, she gets very sweaty. If I clip her, I'd have to stable her and as she has asthma I don't want her exposed to indoor dust. How can I manage her? Read Article
To shampoo or not to shampoo?
The subject of bathing horses is under hot debate on the H&R forum. What have our members had to say on the matter? Read Article
Don’t enter your horsebox if you are involved in an accident, say Cambridgeshire firefighters
The Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) advise waiting for emergency help if you are involved in an accident with your horsebox or trailer. Read Article
Leather Care and Maintenance with Jeffries Saddlery
Learn how to effectively and efficiently care for your leather tack with Jeffries Saddlery. Read Article
My saddle slips when riding. What are the slipping saddle solutions?
Q: I use a close-contact Wintec saddle with a changeable gullet for my 15.2hh TB x New Forest mare. However, it slips forward, when my mare tends to buck. Please can you help? Read Article
Condition scoring your horse
How healthy is your horse? Read Article
Handy tips to keep your horse slim and healthy
20 handy tips to help keep your horse slim and healthy, from nutritionist Katie Williams. Read Article
