Understanding your horse’s vital signs - temperature, pulse, and respiration (TPR) - is essential. These indicators can help you detect illness early, monitor recovery, and communicate effectively with your vet.

Magnesium (Mg) is gaining attention in equine health, and for good reason. Long praised anecdotally for its calming effects and muscular support, recent research is now backing up what horse owners and veterinarians have observed for years.

Obesity is an escalating health issue in horses worldwide. Increasingly recognised as a serious equine welfare concern, excess weight can significantly impact both a horse’s health and performance. But would you know if your horse is overweight or underweight?

Use the body condition scoring system below to accurately assess your horse’s weight.

Preparing Your Horse for Severe Wet Weather: What to Expect and How to Respond

Heavy rain brings numerous health hazards: flooded paddocks, horses cut off from each other or trapped in floodwaters, loss of shelter, contaminated drinking water, downed fences and tangled wire, an increase in biting insects, and skin problems. These conditions create significant demands and stress for both our horses and ourselves. Let's explore some of these hazards and ways to mitigate them.