Horses that rear when ridden: causes and solutions *H&H Plus*
Rearing can be dangerous for both horse and rider, but once a horse has developed the habit can it be reversed? Andrea Oakes finds out
Vet advice
Go straight to the Horse & Hound veterinary library
Horse & Hound veterinary experts report on the latest equine veterinary research and developments in the magazine’s Vet Clinic feature every week. These features can be read online as part of our H&H Plus service.
We also have a new online library of up-to-the-minute vet advice covering an wide range of conditions. These range from common problems such as mud fever, colic and laminitis to less frequent conditions like grass sickness and uveitis.
We know that any time your horse is unwell is extremely stressful, so our vet advice is designed to give you the information you need to help you make an informed decision about the next step in your horse’s care. However, we would always recommend you speak to your own vet in order to get their expert opinion on any veterinary issues about your horse.
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*This archive is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified equine vet*
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Rectal palpation: The reason and risks *H&H Plus*
Rectal palpation can be revealing, but the procedure is not without risk. Karen Coumbe MRCVS offers some inside information
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Ways to manage your horses during the coronavirus pandemic *H&H Plus*
Avoiding hasty decisions can head off equine health issues during the Covid-19 pandemic, says Andrea Oakes
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Lice in horses: how best to deal with this itchy pest
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What your horse’s droppings can tell you about his health *H&H Plus*
What can your horse’s droppings tell you about his state of health? Dr Rebecca Hamilton-Fletcher MRCVS takes a closer look
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Feather mites in horses (heel/chorioptic mange): a challenging problem
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New research into horses’ gums
New research into gums is giving dental experts something to chew on
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Latest in the veterinary world on taking horses’ temperature *H&H Plus*
Temperature taking and rugging up are in the research news, reports Peter Green MRCVS
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Spasmodic colic: how to spot it and ways to help your horse
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All you need to know about crib-biting *H&H Plus*
Findings from the past few years are building a bigger picture, explains Dr Andrew Hemmings
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How new techniques for racing emergencies could make equestrian sport safer *H&H Plus*
New training and techniques for racing emergencies could mean safer sport for all horses and humans, as Lesley Barwise-Munro MRCVS explains
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Take a look around Doha’s ground-breaking new veterinary centre
H&H takes a look around this remarkable centre...
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Pedal bone fractures – a broken bone that doesn’t have to signal the end
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Proud flesh in horses – dealing with tricky wounds that won’t heal
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The benefits of equine swimming *H&H Plus*
Our pool of knowledge about the benefits of equine swimming is deepening, discovers Andrea Oakes
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Nosebleeds in horses – when do you need to be concerned?
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Calls for owners to be vigilant for laminitis
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How to poultice a horse’s hoof: your essential guide
Dr Stuart Thorne MRCVS, of Fellowes Farm Equine Clinic, gives useful tips to make poulticing easy
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The best methods for treating equine wounds
Are you up to date with the latest ideas on wound treatment? Kieran O’Brien MRCVS offers a first-aid refresher
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The science behind horses’ coats and what a good shine means *H&H Plus*
Dr Rebecca Hamilton-Fletcher MRCVS investigates the science behind horses’ coats
