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You and your horse may be champing at the bit to compete at an event or find greener pastures, but before you load up the trailer, make sure you are well protected. An accident or theft on the road is unlikely, but isn’t unthinkable, so having the right insurance for your needs is essential. Read on to find out how to ensure you have appropriate trailer cover. Insurance is never a happy subject – after all, the benefits only kick in when something has gone wrong – but it doesn’t have to be difficult or extortionate.

Arthritis is common in older horses and ponies, causing joint pain, stiffness, and reluctance to move or work. Though incurable, early recognition and proper care can help manage the condition. Meet Puzzle and learn how his owner keeps his arthritis under control.

Open wide! Do horses really need to see an equine dentist? We flossed and brushed before we had a virtual catch up with equine dentist Martin Brookes, who is a full member of the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians and we asked Martin to tell us what to look for when a horse needs a visit the equine dentist.

When temperatures rise, so do the risks for horses on the move. Here is a guide for some top tips whilst travelling safely with your horse in the warmer months.

Horses and riders are highly vulnerable on roads, with daily incidents in Britain—84% caused by vehicles passing too closely. Even small surprises, like loud horns or a pheasant dashing out of a bush, can spook a horse and lead to serious accidents.

Hi, I’m Leah Grange, an Equine Veterinary Nurse from Somerset with six years’ experience in a referral hospital. In this guest blog for Harry Hall, I’ll share insights into managing gastric ulcers in horses—both from my clinical work and personal experience with my horse, Colin—offering a dual perspective as a vet nurse and horse owner

In the second instalment of "Vital Signs" we asked Caroline Mosley, a lecturer in Veterinary Clinical Skills at Edinburgh University to guide us through taking a horse's temperature, ensuring they're hydrated and getting to know the gut. Read on for advice on getting to know what is normal for your horse. If you missed the first blog on checking your horse's heart rate, you can read it here.

Equine Physiotherapy is an aspect of horse care which is generally overlooked or is seen as a luxury rather than a necessity. Here are some top reasons why people do truly see this as a must in their equine's health care program.

It can be difficult to find veteran horse cover that suits your needs. Your veteran horse may be in light work but spends most of his time meandering in the field. Here are some top tips for looking into Veteran Horse Insurance.

As horse riders, we acknowledge the likelihood of falling off at some point due to the risks involved in the sport. What steps should you take if you fall off a horse?