Carole Mortimer: Lazy advertisers and false siblings *H&H VIP*
Horse & Hound's sport horse breeding columnist discusses the particular wording used in horse adverts
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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Help! My ex-racehorse needs more topline — what should I do? H&H explains...
Spillers' equine nutritionist Clare Barfoot provides one H&H forum user with some helpful advice on how to feed her ex-racehorse who requires more condition
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Testing allergies in horses *H&H VIP*
We may be recognising more cases of allergic skin disease, but how effective are tests to identify triggers? Current methods merely scratch the surface, explains Catriona MacKenzie MRCVS
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'Something wasn't right': how the Animal Health Trust solved a mystery lameness
This year the Animal Health Trust celebrates its 75th anniversary. To mark the occasion we meet Lula — one of the charity's recent success stories
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Exploring the equine ear *H&H VIP*
Our anatomical series delves deep into the equine ear to discover the delicate mechanisms that affect your horse’s hearing and balance. David Rendle MRCVS explains all
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Hock fusion: diagnosis, treatment and prognosis *H&H VIP*
What makes the bones in the hock joint grow together — and why would we choose to speed up the process with surgical intervention? Matt Smith MRCVS unravels the frequently misunderstood problem of hock fusion
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The risks of ammonia *H&H VIP*
An eye-watering odour in the stable could point to high levels of ammonia — with associated health risks. Andrea Oakes reports
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The OTHER reasons you know spring is here (we're not talking about the primroses...)
Spring is a blessed relief after months of relentlessly grim weather — but it brings with it a few special horsey challenges as well...
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Carole Mortimer: lazy advertisers and false siblings *H&H VIP*
Horse & Hound's breeding columnist explains why she feels it is so important to record and advertise the bloodlines of a horse correctly
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Breeding from older mares: is it a good idea and what are the best methods? *H&H VIP*
Tempted to breed from an older mare? Emma Houghton MRCVS outlines the costs, complications and considerations to bear in mind
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8 foals that have hit the headlines (and that we've fallen in love with)
It doesn't take a lot to have us a cooing over a fluffy foal, but there are some with stories so remarkable — and adorable — that they have really pulled at the heart strings...
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The equine liver *H&H VIP*
The low-profile but hard-working liver plays a vital role in maintaining health. Edd Knowles MRCVS discusses this complex and multi-purpose organ
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How should I feed my competition horse with gastric ulcers? Spillers explains... *Promotion*
Spillers' equine nutritionist Clare Barfoot provides one H&H forum user with some helpful advice on how to feed a horse with suspected gastric ulcers
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The affects of noseband pressure *H&H VIP*
Scientific studies suggest that the trend for ever-tighter nosebands has serious welfare implications. Dr Orla Doherty explains how veterinary researchers are gathering evidence
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The risks of roadwork *H&H VIP*
Early-season roadwork can build bone strength and develop muscular and cardiovascular fitness, but the concussive forces created can be damaging. Dr David Marlin outlines the risks
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How do I feed my good-doer for more energy? Spillers explains... *Promotion*
Spillers' equine nutritionist Clare Barfoot provides one H&H forum user with some helpful advice on how to feed a good-doer who requires more energy
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Acupuncture: how does it work and how can it help your horse? *H&H VIP*
The idea of inserting needles to alleviate pain and promote healing is nothing new, yet equine acupuncture is only now gaining widespread credibility in the UK. Andrea Oakes reports
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Back pain in horses *H&H VIP*
Technology can tell us more about saddle effect and lameness than the naked eye — and the equipment used need not be expensive or complex. Peter Green MRCVS explains
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Winter hacking: how to stay safe (and have fun at the same time)
Winter weather can be unpredictable, the light can diminish rapidly and horses can become overly-fresh due to lack of exercise. Solicitor Emma Melia, who specialises in serious personal injury litigation, explains how to be prepared if you're heading out hacking
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9 reasons we can't wait for spring (already)
If you're fed-up with winter, then take heart — spring is (nearly) just round the corner and there's so much to look forward to....
