The potential side effects of equine medical treatments *H&H subscribers*
Should we worry about potential side-effects for medical treatments? Karen Coumbe MRCVS weighs it up
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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Turnout boots: what are the pros and cons?
For some, turnout boots are an essential part of keeping their horse protected while in the field. Others, however, believe bare is best when it comes to legs. H&H looks at the pros and cons
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How to prevent your horse from losing a shoe
Lost shoes aren’t just an expensive nuisance, but what can be done to prevent shoes being lost in the first place? H&H investigates
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Does your horse really need to wear a rug?
Here are nine things to consider when assessing whether your horse is feeling cold
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5 clipping challenges that we dread
While there’s nothing more satisfying than a neatly-clipped horse, all velvet smooth and ready to work without working up a sweat, getting to that point isn’t always plain sailing...
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Reintroducing a mare to work after foaling *H&H subscribers*
When a mare’s maternity leave is over, what’s the best way to reintroduce ridden exercise? Andrea Oakes investigates
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Could your horse have asthma? *H&H subscribers*
A dip in performance may point to this common condition, explains Richard Hepburn FRCVS
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When should I worm my horse and what should I bear in mind?
Rick Farr B.Sc (Hons), B.V.Sc, MRCVS of Farr & Pursey Equine Veterinary Services gives his expert advice on worming your horse
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Which type of clip is right for your horse? Check out H&H’s helpful guide
Find out which type of clip will be best suited to your horse this winter
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How to keep infections at bay in the yard *H&H VIP*
How can we keep infectious disease at bay? We outline how yard practices and routines contribute to biosecurity
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17 rug hacks to transform your winter
Heaving wet rugs across the yard and attempting to dry them in freezing conditions can prompt a flurry of expletives. But is there an easier way? We ask you to share your secrets
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How to keep stabled horses happy and healthy *H&H VIP*
Keeping horses happy and healthy indoors means ditching some of the more outdated ideas about stabling, suggests Kieran O’Brien MRCVS
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How to feed your horse for less this winter
Find out how to make the most out of your horse’s feeding regime during the winter months
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When should you bring your horse in at night?
If he lives out 24/7 in summer, but is stabled at night during winter, you’ll be deliberating at what point to bring your horse in
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A progressive approach to weaning foals *H&H VIP*
Ready to wean? A progressive approach is preferable to sudden separation, explains Kelly Harrison-Tait MRCVS
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Should horse owners still buy despite bad X-rays? *H&H VIP*
Should you still buy a horse if pre-purchase X-ray exams reveal issues? The answer may not be black and white, as Patrick Pollock FRCVS explains
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The ultimate guide to buying a horse
Finding the perfect horse can be a long and challenging process. So, we’re here to help with H&H’s ultimate guide to buying a horse
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The risks of twin foals *H&H VIP*
Twins remain a rarity in the horse world — with good reason, as Andrea Oakes discovers
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Jennie Loriston-Clarke: Stand up for British breeding *H&H VIP*
H&H’s breeding columnist on why breeding isn’t a fair playing field
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Safe, eco-friendly and budget-friendly: H&H’s stable and arena lighting tips
Does your stable and arena lighting system need an overhaul? Check out H&H’s top tips on the best and safest lighting for your yard
