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?
Horse Care
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.
Horse care videos
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How bridle pressure affects a horse’s performance *H&H Plus*
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Back to basics: cleaning horses’ hooves — a complete how-to guide
Here is our complete how-to guide on cleaning horse hooves, an essential part of daily care. To some, the process might be second nature, but for those less familiar, we hope you will find our tips and advice useful
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Buying horses unseen: when it works (and when it doesn’t) *H&H Plus*
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Is it time to sell? How to know when to part ways with your horse *H&H Plus*
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At the cutting edge: equine eyelid surgery *H&H Plus*
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Ye olde tackroom: horsey items to take you on a trip down memory lane *H&H Plus*
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Should I feed my horse hay over the summer?
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
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How to pull a horse’s mane: your complete guide
Here is your complete guide and top tips on how to pull a horse’s mane
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Back conformation and saddle fit: what’s new in the veterinary world? *H&H Plus*
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How to help keep your horse happy and healthy while in transit *H&H Plus*
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Equine insurance: choosing the right policy
Insuring your horse can be a confusing and time consuming process, so follow our top tips to choose the best horse insurance for you
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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...
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How to get the most out of your horse insurance
Most of us buy insurance — but how can we be sure we are getting the best for our horses and our pockets?
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How different grazing systems can help you control your horse’s weight *H&H Plus*
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10 tips to help you take control of your horse’s weight
Here are 10 practical tips based on the latest research, to help take control of your horse’s weight
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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?
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Understanding headshaking in horses
Check out this expert advice on identifying and treating headshaking
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Hard ground: why it is a problem for your horse and how to help
We know that hard ground conditions can be detrimental to horses’ limbs, but what effects do they actually have and what are the signs that something is wrong?
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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
