Modern technology may be changing the way we breed our horses, yet concerns about the quantity and quality of the youngstock produced remain. Here the welfare and ethical issues facing breeders today are weighed up
When a hind hoof slices into the front heel bulbs or coronary band, or strikes a lower limb, the resulting wound needs prompt and careful management. We explain how to handle overreach and tread injuries
Don't miss the latest issue of Horse & Hound Ask the Vet — on sale now — packed full of vital information to ensure your horse's well-being
Stem cells, muscle relaxants and screw-on wooden shoes are emerging as possibilities in the global quest to find treatments for — and causes of — this frequently devastating disease
Research has shown geography and environmental factors could contribute to the likelihood of colic occurring
Vets have researched whether training your youngster from an early age will benefit their behaviour as they grow up
Research papers look into whether horse riding is real physical therapy
The mental health of vets has been put under the spotlight in recent months, with suicide and depression figures higher than in other professions. But further support is now available.
A recent veterinary report has shown the affect of acorn poisoning on horses
Find out whether cultured bacteria is beneficial for your horse
A veterinary report has revealed how weather conditions from wind speed to hot weather affects horses
Could weather affect your horse's attitude to work? Do probiotics have the power to aid gut function? And are oak trees a real risk for the grazing horse?
A common injury found in hunters, blackthorns can lead to potentially catastrophic infections — vet Karen Coumbe explains
The use of social media can be extremely beneficial to vets, but it also brings potential pitfalls to be aware of
H&H asked some of our veterinary clinic contributors for their wishes for a happy — and healthy — equestrian New Year
A foal was admitted to a veterinary hospital with a rare condition which led to an extra digit growing from his leg
Wet and muddy conditions can trigger a range of troublesome skin disorders
With increased warnings about atypical myopathy, owners are urged to take extra care in identifying potentially dangerous trees — but not to panic and cut them down
Equine vet takes up new role and announces target areas for veterinary association
Newspaper published graphic and insensitive photographs on its front page
