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Horse Hoof Care: Expert Tips from Farrier Sam Dracott Ask any experienced horse owner what keeps their horse comfortable and performing at their best, and hoof care will be high on the list. There's an old saying, "no hoof, no horse", and while it may sound like a cliché, most riders who've dealt with a lame horse know just how true it is. Healthy feet underpin everything, from hacking and Pony Club activities to competing at affiliated le...

How to Keep Horses Cool in a UK Heatwave British summers seem to be changing. Temperatures that once felt exceptional are becoming far more common and many UK horse owners are now managing prolonged spells of 30°C plus. Most of us check the weather app multiple times a day, and when amber and red heat warnings begin appearing day after day, it's hard not to feel concerned about how our horses are going to cope.  After a few recent summer...

How to Do a Worm Egg Count for Horses at Home: WEC Guide Parasite control is an essential part of responsible horse care. However, routine worming on a fixed schedule is no longer recommended for most adult horses, with vets now favouring a targeted approach. Instead, treatment is based on worm egg count (WEC) results. An at-home worm count kit allows horse owners to collect a manure sample and send it to a laboratory for analysis. The results he...

Mud Fever in Horses: Prevention, Treatment & When to Call the Vet The past few winters have been increasingly wet leaving horses and their owners battling through muddy fields with many horses looking more like swamp monsters than the usually perfectly groomed equine companions we know and love. And with mud comes all sorts of complications. Losing your welly in the mud is the least of our worries when you’ve got the stress of whether y...

What Is a Horse Rug? A horse rug or 'blanket' is essentially a coat/jacket for your horse - offering protection, warmth and comfort through every season. With different weights, designs and materials available, there’s a rug to suit every horse and every type of British weather. Types of Horse Rugs Fly Rugs Lightweight mesh rugs designed to keep flies and insects at bay during the warmer months. Usually light-coloured to reflect heat, some...