Is your horse too fat? Experts warn of the 'silent torturer'
The issue was discussed at the World Horse Welfare conference this month
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Keratoma: a diary of diagnosis, treatment and recovery *H&H VIP*
Some skilful surgery was required when towering dressage star Boston Deluxe developed a keratoma, a troublesome tumour of the hoof. Andrea Oakes investigates
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13 household items that make our horsey lives easier
Looking for money saving tips for your grooming kit? These household items should do the job
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Yard security: 10 ways to thwart a thief
Thieves targeting livery yards are going for a quick fix — items that can be stolen then sold on easily. So how can you protect your premises?
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Is the treatment of horses to 'keep them on the road' unethical? *H&H VIP*
The question of how far vets should go when treating sport horses was debated at the recent British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) congress — providing food for thought for riders at all levels
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. Credit: Lucy Merrell Exciting advances in equine arthritis research
Researchers have discovered a "biomarker", which they hope will lead to a greater understanding of the condition
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. Credit: Andrew Mackin Botanica says it made ‘no misleading claims’
The company has adjusted its website to meet all the government agency's requirements
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Credit: no credit needed Fears over Ketamine's future
Equine vets are concerned about the future of the anaesthetic
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Grading lameness: how it works *H&H VIP*
Unsoundness is never good news, but is two-tenths lame any better than three? Sue Dyson FRCVS explains the facts behind the fractions — and discusses the challenges of grading lameness on a standard scale
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. Carole Mortimer: The British still don't quite understand breeding *H&H VIP*
H&H's breeding columnist wishes that more British breeders would record the bloodlines of their horses
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The (painful) hunt for the perfect pony: 'I could see the frozen look on my daughter's face'
Six months after her search for the perfect pony began, Kate Flynn's daughter tries a "push button" pony that she struggles to stop...
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. Credit: Alamy Stock Photo Your horse's urinary system: what you need to know *H&H VIP*
A horse’s urine can provide interesting clues about his health, as Gil Riley MRCVS explains
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Horses at increased risk of pinworm warns vet
A vet has warned that all horses are at increased risk of pinworm infection
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Bonfire night: warning to owners following horse’s death
Owners are being urged to take extra care to keep their horses safe this bonfire night
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The (painful) hunt for the perfect pony: 'We were heading straight into the spider’s web'
Having looked at 10 ponies already on the hunt for the perfect one, Kate Flynn is used to disappointment — but the pony not being there at all, took even her by surprise...
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Pinworm has returned: what you need to know *H&H VIP*
The largely overlooked pinworm is starting to make quite a name for itself, discovers Andrea Oakes
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Owners struggling to spot overweight horses
A survey has found that owners could be struggling to see when a horse is overweight
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Trying to save money on your horse bills? Take a look at these top tips
We all know horses are expensive — but that doesn't mean savings can't be made. H&H asks a team of financial experts for their money saving tips
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The (painful) hunt for the perfect pony: 'The pony was reliable — at knocking poles down'
With a bottle of wine in hand, finding a perfect-looking pony online was strangely easy for Kate Flynn — until she arrvied at the yard to try it
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Do horses feel the cold as much as humans? *H&H VIP*
Are we prone to wrapping up our horses in too many layers? Dr David Marlin explains the science behind when — and how — to rug up
