7 tips for fitting your horse’s girth correctly
The girth just holds your saddle on, right? Actually, choosing and fitting a girth requires as much careful consideration as the rest of your tack...
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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Vets’ top tips for vital winter weight loss
Top vets have shared advice on how to get horses and ponies in suitable condition before the spring
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Equine herpes virus *H&H Plus*
The equine herpes virus (EHV) is always present in the British horse population but a recent outbreak at a show centre leading to the deaths of some horses has raised awareness of the disease
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The lameness work-up: what it is and what it can achieve *H&H Plus*
Poor performance or lameness with no obvious cause may call for an examination known as a work-up. Gil Riley MRCVS explains
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Equine herpes virus: what you need to know right now
Practical advice on recognising the early signs of equine herpes virus and when it is best to vaccinate
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When should you clip your horse for the final time to ensure a gleaming summer coat? H&H investigates...
Clipping – and particularly the timing of the final clip of the season – is a subject which always generates a healthy debate. H&H asked grooms, producers and owners when – or if – the clippers get put away for the season
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‘My horse has a rubbed area behind the saddle. Should I be concerned?’ — H&H investigates...
Patches of rubbed hair under the back panels of your horse’s saddle can be more prevalent at this time of year — here’s what you need to know...
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Equine ringworm *H&H Plus*
Ringworm is not a critical disease, but it is so contagious that any skin rash should be taken seriously to eliminate the risk of spreading the infection
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How to help prevent your horse’s mane being rubbed out by rugs over the winter and how to aid its regrowth
Rubbed manes is a common issue for horses at this time of year — here’s some prevention and cure tips
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Melanomas in horses *H&H Plus*
While these growths used to be dismissed as just unslightly, the potential dangers of melanomas are now more widely understood
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What can be done to avoid lost shoes? *H&H Plus*
Does it feel as though your horse is always losing shoes? Master farrier Ben Benson AWCF looks at the likely causes...
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14 things you’d forgotten about turnout rugs (until recently...)
Dealing with rugs is nothing short of a nightmare in this weather. Please come back, summer...
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What makes your horse unique? *H&H Plus*
Every horse has his own natural identity marks — if you know where to look. Peter Green MRCVS explains
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Test your knowledge with H&H’s ultimate vet Christmas quiz *H&H Plus*
Can you survive the festive season with your horse’s health intact?
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Horse & Hound’s essential guide to worms and worming *H&H Plus*
The recommendations around worming horses have changed significantly, so make sure you’re up to date with the latest best practice to keep your horses healthy
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The essential vet items you need in your horse’s tack box this winter
Use this checklist to make sure you have all the essentials in your horse’s vet box this winter
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Exploring donkey health *H&H Plus*
They’re the stars of our Christmas cards, but how healthy is the future for donkeys? Patrick Pollock FRCVS reports.
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H&H Feed Week: Struggling with your horse’s weight this winter?
If your horse is struggling to maintain a good level of condition this winter, here is some useful advice to help...
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H&H Feed Week: how to feed your horse during his winter holiday
As we get further into the depths of winter, many owners will be wondering what is the best way to manage their horse’s nutrition during a hard-earned break following a busy period of competing. Here is some advice on how to best feed your horse during his winter holiday...
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H&H Feed Week: Know your forage: which is the perfect type for your horse?
Being aware of the benefits and shortfalls of different forages will help you make an informed decision when it comes to selecting the right products for your horse
