Horse-care Articles

How to develop symmetry in your horse

The majority of horses display a degree of asymmetry (just like people), which can give rise to unlevel movement, but unlevel movement is not necessarily the same as unsoundness; it can sometimes be addressed with training to resolve the asymmetry.

almost 7 years ago

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Looking after your horse’s teeth

Equine Dentist Grant Chanter gives his advice and identifies common equine dental issues.

almost 7 years ago

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How do horses see?

The way that horses see if very different to how humans see, we explore some interesting facts about the limits of their eyesight and how it affects the way they see fences during eventing.

almost 7 years ago

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What do you need to know about heart murmurs?

Dr Ruth Morgan discusses the most common heart murmurs identified in event horses and also some of the less common but more concerning causes.

almost 7 years ago

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Winter 'MOT' for your horse

The off-season is the best time to give your horse an all-over health check - an 'MOT'. Here are some basic areas to take a look at to make sure your four-legged friend is fit and ready for the next season.

about 7 years ago

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How to keep your stabled horse healthy

Winter is setting in and with shorter days and wetter, cooler weather many horses will typically spend more time stabled over the next few months, so what can we do to ensure they stay healthy and happy?

about 7 years ago

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