Winter horsecare

Does your horse really need to wear a rug?

Here are nine things to consider when assessing whether your horse is feeling cold

6 (sometimes shocking) things you discover while your horse is on restricted turnout

Here’s what you may well be discovering if your horse is currently ‘enjoying’ restricted turnout

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

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

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...

How to stay sane in the rain with your horse

When the rain is driving down and you’re sliding through mud to catch your horse who is wearing a drenched turnout, it’s easy to question why it was such a good idea to own a horse at all...

Getting ready takes forever — and 7 other things you’d forgotten about winter riding

There’s something deeply satisfying about braving the elements to take your horse out — but chances are you’ll experience all or most of the following though...

6 things riders will experience when the clocks go back

Snow/ice/sleet/rain + grass = a muddy disaster...

14 reasons why we’re glad that winter’s coming

We love the summer, with longer days and better weather – but we’re pleased to see winter too. Here’s why...

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...

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

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

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

How do riders in other countries keep their horses in work during snow and ice? H&H investigates...

Many places in the world are covered with snow and ice through much of the winter, and still, people keep on riding. H&H investigates how...

Owners warned to be vigilant for colic signs as freezing weather hits

Roll up your sleeves: the jobs you need to do before the end of January

We don’t mean to nag, but there are a few chores that, in an ideal world, you’ll have done before February arrives...

33 top tips to help you survive the winter

We're all looking looking to keep our horses happy and healthy while making our lives easier, so find out how to ensure you and your horse thrive this winter with these tips from the professionals

8 thoughts of a hardy turned out horse

The depths of winter are nearly upon us. Your hardy horse lives out all year round without a care in the world, saving you a fortune on livery bills and mucking out… But what do they really think about it?

A muddy disaster! What can I do to help my grass grow this spring? H&H asks an expert

What can you do to optimize grass growth this spring?

27 postcard-worthy photos of your horses frolicking in the snow

The pipes are frozen, you need some sort of industrial digger to break the ice on the trough and you are risking your life to get to the yard. But it seems that your horses are totally at ease with this week’s dump of the white stuff. What’s all the fuss about?