Winter in the UK can be a challenge for many horse owners. The combination of wet, colder weather and shorter days can create demanding management conditions and increase the risk of health issues such as mud fever and hoof problems. In addition, horses often spend...
Care of your horse in hot weather Hot weather can be dangerous to horses, especially when it is made worse by high humidity. Horses can become dehydrated, lethargic and generally reluctant to work. Severe heat stress may cause colic, diarrhoea or collapse, so it is...
Equine strangles is a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes fever, nasal discharge, and abscess formation in the lymph nodes of the head and neck. Strangles is transmitted through direct contact with an infected horse, as well as indirectly via...
“Choke” can be a very alarming experience for both the horse and the owner. Despite the name, it does not involve the airway; instead, it refers to a blockage—usually food—in the oesophagus (food pipe), not the trachea (windpipe). The most common signs include...
Maintaining your horse’s weight is essential for their overall health, as it helps prevent issues such as laminitis, joint strain, and metabolic disorders while supporting optimal performance and wellbeing. Click here to read more on weight management and why...
