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So whether you’re looking for ways to save on your livery bill, wondering when to start bringing your horse in at night or looking for advice to make the winter months less arduous, we can help.
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6 top tips to help you create plaits you can be proud of
If you want show day mornings to go without a hitch, check out these useful tips to ensure your horse is seen in plaits to be proud of...
Will my horse ever travel confidently again?
Here Jason Webb of Australian Horse Training helps one H&H forum user with a loading and travelling problem after an incident on the road that knocked his confidence
6 summertime hardships all riders face
Come December when it’s pouring with rain or we'’re breaking the ice on the trough, these things will be the least of our worries. But right now, here are a few summer hardships we’re struggling with...
Why do horses roll? H&H explains…
There are many reasons why horses roll, and here we reveal all...
How can you prove a horse is yours? H&H explains…
Rebecca Stojak, an associate solicitor specialising in equine law, explains the steps you need to take in order to prove the ownership of a horse or pony
Sycamore seeds — what’s the risk to my horse and how do I get rid of them?
Knowing the sycamore is the first step to sorting a problem...
Dehydration in horses can be deadly — here’s what you need to know
Find out how to prevent your horse from becoming dehydrated, and the signs to look out for
How to care for Iberian horses *H&H VIP*
Thinking of importing a horse from his native Spain or Portugal? Keeping him happy and healthy in his new home means understanding his unique breed characteristics, as Andrea Oakes discovers
How to deal with horse fly bites this summer
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
New horse? Or moving yards? Be prepared with Horse & Hound’s ultimate checklist
It's always exciting bringing a new horse home, so to ensure it runs as smoothly as possible, here is our ultimate guide to the process
How to avoid your horse suffering from sunburn this summer
We all know about applying sun cream to our skin to avoid burning and skin damage — but how often do you remember your horse?
10 ways to beat sweet itch this summer
Ceiling fans, avoiding watercourses and oiling coats — don’t let sweet itch cause you and your horse misery this summer
8 ways to enjoy the sunshine with your horse
Riders love sunshine, but the rise in temperature can impact on your horse. Make sure his time in the sun is as enjoyable as possible with the following handy advice
It’s the warmest April since 1949: 11 tips to keep your horse cool
At last we are able to enjoy some warm weather — but that means horse owners need to be prepared for the flies, sunburn and hard ground that are the inevitable result, so here are H&H’s summer tips to help you and your horse keep your cool…
Are buttercups poisonous to horses? We ask the experts…
Buttercups are a common feature on many equine pastures, but how much of a problem are they and what risks do they pose to horses?
Turnout for horses: 24/7, part-time or not at all? Here are the pros and cons…
Should you turn out your horse 24/7 or should they come in? We ask some experts and get the low down from some other equestrians to find out
My winter fields are trashed: what can I do?
Do your paddocks resemble the aftermath of a battle field? This step-by-step guide will have your paddocks back to health in no time
Health history unknown: rehabilitating horses in poor condition *H&H VIP*
Thinking of buying a lean youngster, or taking on a horse who could be in better condition? Kieran O’Brien MRCVS discusses the implications
Riding on snow: is it safe?
We may have hoped that spring was just around the corner, but then the 'Beast from the East' arrived, delivering another covering of the white stuff...