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‘People ask me how we keep winning – the answer is Vetrofen!’ Horses and ponies are classed as veterans on their 15th birthday. But this doesn’t mean the retirement paddock beckons! Just as with people, modern advances in medicine and nutrition are helping keep senior equines active and healthy well into their twilight years. Read […]
With its golden colours and crisp days, autumn is a favourite time of year for many. But as the seasons change it’s important to think about your horse’s digestive system and gut health. Just as in humans, the gut is a key barometer of health, wellbeing and vitality in equines. The digestive system’s role is […]
Whatever your riding aspirations – whether your aim is to ride two prelim dressage tests, compete in a hunter trial or tackle a 20km pleasure ride – physical fitness, mental preparation and correct nutrition are the cornerstones of success. Your horse needs to be sufficiently conditioned to cope with the demands of the competition, you […]
Part and parcel of being a competition horse is spending long periods of time on the road. While some horses take travelling in their stride, for others it can be a stressful experience — and this can have a knock-on effect on their gastric health. Aside from travelling, there are any number of other scenarios […]
Many plants are safe for horses to eat, but there are also a considerable number of plants that are poisonous growing in the UK. When consumed, reactions can range from mild irritation to severe colic or even death. As an equestrian, it’s incredibly important to know the names of these plants that are poisonous to […]
The Irish Draught is a strong and powerful horse that once found employment on farms all across Ireland. Today, the breed is popular as a hunter and leisure horse due to their brave, yet kindly personalities and impressive strength. Vital Stats Weight: 580 – 680kg Height: 15.2hh – 16.3hh Life Expectancy: 30 years Best For: […]
If you have an unspayed female dog, they’ll experience a heat cycle. During this time there will be certain signs to look out for, alongside behavioural changes as she becomes more receptive to mating. In this guide, we’ve got all the answers to your questions on dog heat cycles including how long they bleed and […]
Cracked hooves are a fairly common problem that will affect almost every horse throughout their lifetime. In most cases, small cracks and chips are nothing to worry about and are simply superficial damage, but sometimes a hoof crack can be a serious issue that can cause lameness and infections. In this guide, we look at […]
Keeping your dog’s ears clean and regularly checking them is a very important part of their care. Some dogs will need their ears cleaned more often, whereas others will need it very little, nevertheless, you should still be checking their ear health on a regular basis to identify any problems such as infections or ear […]
Arthritis in dogs is a common disease, particularly in elderly canines or larger breeds. Sadly, it is a progressive disease with no known cure, but with early intervention and the correct management regime, many dogs can live a happy and healthy life with little discomfort. What is arthritis in dogs? Arthritis is an inflammatory disease […]
