Horse care at competitions
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H&H Feed Week: How to feed a competition horse on the move
Competition horses are no strangers to life on the road — but the lifestyle can cause havoc with their routine. Find out how best to navigate feeding on the move
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5 ways to keep your horse hydrated after competition
Dengie senior nutritionist Katie Williams gives some top tips to keep your horse healthy and hydrated after competition
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Competition tips for extreme weather
Increase your chances of success — and having fun — in tricky weather conditions
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Using an on-site competition vet
International Equestrian Federation (FEI) veterinary delegate Paul Farrington explains when to ask for a competition vet's assistance
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Preparing for the final vet inspection
Horse & Hound gets advice from the experts on preparing for the final trot-up at a top three-day event
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Emergency first aid out and about
Dealing with an accident is harder when you’re at a show or out for a hack and nowhere near a first aid kit, but Karen Coumbe offers some useful advice
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Fact or fiction: Don't give horse's water straight after fast work
In the first of this series, H&H asks whether it is safe to give horses water immediately after strenuous exercise
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Q&A: First show for young horse
Expert advice from HORSE magazine on taking a young horse to his first show
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Coping with competition injuries
Expert advice on dealing with accidents and injuries at competitions
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Q&A: Avoiding dehydration
Expert advice from HORSE Magazine on how to encourage your horse to drink at a show
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First aid for cross-country injuries
Expert advice from HORSE magazine on dealing with common injuries which might occur during a cross-country competition
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An owner's guide to care at competitions
How to deal with sudden injuries and cope with problems at competitions
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Avoiding injuries out hunting
At the start of the season, it's important that your horse is adequately fit and there are steps you can take to avoid typical hunting injuries
