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Horse maintenance and safety

We can help you make sure your horse is as safe and comfortable as they can be.

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How to remove your horse’s shoe in an emergency

Read our step-by-step guide to removing your horse’s shoe in an emergency. 

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Targeted worming for horses

Learn more about targeted worming, and discover why it's so important for your horse.

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The importance of hi-vis for horse and rider

Explore the importance of high visibility wear for horse and rider, and find out more about hi-vis safety standards.

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How to keep your horse calm when there are fireworks

Discover our top tips for helping your horse feel calmer and stay safe this firework season.

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Caring for horses in hot weather

Find out how to help your horse cope in hot weather and what products could help them keep cool. 

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Heatstroke in horses - Top 10 tips for keeping horses cool in the summer

The signs of heatstroke and how to help your horse if they suffer from it. 

Plastic shoes - an alternative to shoeing for horses

Alternatives to shoeing

Discover some of the alternatives to traditional shoeing!

Ragwort which is poisonous to horses

Poisonous plants for horses

We hope this visual guide to poisonous plants will help keep your horse safe.

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Maintaining a healthy horse or pony

Discussing maintenance basics including worming, routine vaccinations, hoof care, dental care and saddle fitting

Compulsory microchipping in horses

Discover why microchipping your horse is a legal requirement, and find out how best to store your horse's microchip details.

Horse exercise

Explore our equestrian exercise advice and discover top tips to keep your horse happy, healthy, and safe!

Keeping your horse healthy this winter

Discover our top tips to keep your horse healthy during the cold winter months

Top 10 tips on keeping horses cool in the summer

Excessive heat can be very dangerous for horses - learn how to keep your horse cool and safe during hot weather

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How to prevent your horse from spooking

We provide some top tips on how to prevent your horse from spooking to keep your equine safe, healthy and happy.

The need for a suitable environment for horses

Discover the different ways to keep your horse and how to meet their needs.

A horse having their hoof bandaged

First aid tips for horse owners

Discover our first aid tips for horse owners, to help care for your horse while waiting for a vet.

The fight against the horse’s worst enemy: the fly

Read our top tips on ways to protect your horse from flies.

Caring for your horse over winter

A guide to keeping horses and ponies happy, healthy, and safe during the winter months. 

How to prevent your horse becoming overweight

Discover why horses become overweight, the risks of equine obesity, and how to manage your horse's weight safely.