Welcome to the home of Horse & Hound’s horse care content online. This section of the website includes expert veterinary advice, general horse care tips, advice on feeding your horse, plus tips for buying and selling and the latest breeding news and advice.
There are lots of things about owning and riding horses which bring great joy. Unfortunately, there are others more likely to come under the heading of ‘necessary evils’. Here are H&H's top 10 least favourite horse jobs...
Rachel Fraser speaks to Kirsten Holland, BVetMed(hons), MRCVS, of Paragon Veterinary Group and independent equine nutritionist, Clare MacLeod MSc RNutr, to find out more
We all know about applying sun cream to our skin to avoid burning and skin damage — but how often do you remember your horse?
There are a range of troublesome flying insects for horse owners to look out for this summer. Take a look at our useful advice on what to do if your horse is bitten
If you are struggling with the rising costs of buying in hay — and questioning its quality — it is worth investigating how to make hay on your own land
Here are nine things to consider when assessing whether your horse is feeling cold
Grass sickness is an often-fatal condition that typically occurs in grazing horses with the United Kingdom having the highest frequency of the condition in the world
Could you spot all six of these common hoof problems?
Is your mare suffering from a hormone imbalance or is there something else causing that unwanted behaviour? Charlotte Thomas MRCVS investigates
Rearing can be dangerous for both horse and rider, but once a horse has developed the habit can it be reversed? Andrea Oakes finds out
Designed for horses that are difficult to lead, the Chifney bit has a reputation for being severe if used in the wrong way. We find out when and how they should be used safely
Enjoy a taster of what Pony Club members can expect when they take part in the horse and pony care competition
Rectal palpation can be revealing, but the procedure is not without risk. Karen Coumbe MRCVS offers some inside information
Feeling green-fingered? Why not give growing your own horse treats a go? Rachel Fraser talks through some easy-to-grow plants that will go down a treat with your horse
In her book ‘Modern Horse Management’, showing supremo Katie Jerram-Hunnable looks at how to get the perfect plaits to suit your horse
Sweet itch can prove traumatic for some horses as they seek to bring their constant itching to an end, but there are ways to manage this condition as we explain
Contrary to myth, laminitis occurs all year-round and not just in the spring. It is an emergency that needs prompt action so find out how to recognise it and what to do if your horse is showing signs
If you’d like to offer your horse an unusual treat, then find out from the experts which types of fruit and veg are a good choice to try
