Learn how to solve your horse’s fear of ditchese for jumping ditches with this step-by-step guide from top cross-country ...

Top Irish showjumper Conor Swail has paid tribute to his much-loved former top-level mare Flower, who has died in retirement aged 22.

With its elegant dished face, tail held high and floating paces, the Arabian horse is one of the world’s most recognisable horse breeds. It is arguably one of the oldest breeds still in existence, ...

This groundwork exercise is handy for keeping your horse engaged and stimulated in walk, because of the constant changes of direction combined with negotiating poles.

At home, Becky works with EquiConnect, a vet-built AI stable-camera system installed in 12 stables in one of her barns. The cameras monitor sleep patterns – distinguishing between sternal lying, where ...

A call for the Government to appoint an independent body to review existing legislation and determine whether the Hunting Act should be amended, repealed or retained has been made in a new political ...

Outspoken and a phenomenal character, the talented Yorkshireman Harvey Smith remains one of showjumping’s biggest names, says Jennifer Donald Ask any member of the public to name a showjumper and the ...

Owners and vets will have access to a “vital tool” on the most up-to-date strangles diagnoses in the UK thanks to a new online resource. The Animal Health Trust (AHT) created the website, which aims ...

While this year’s Longines FEI Nations Cup series is on hold, a trawl back through the competition’s vast history reveals some endearing equine tales — not least that of a 160cm black gelding, ...

Everyone knows how frustrating it is when you get an itch you just can’t reach – donkeys as much as anyone else. But the equine residents of The Donkey Sanctuary’s donkey assisted activities (DAA) ...

Modern reproductive methods may offer a better chance of breeding success, but what do the abbreviations mean – and which is right for your mare? Dr Charles Cooke MRCVS explains Breeding has always ...

Day 3 of racing is now complete – read our Cheltenham Day 4 tips for our experts’ view on the Cheltenham Gold Cup runners. We’ve made it through to the third day of the Cheltenham Festival. Have you ...