Shipping fever is a serious travel-related risk. Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains what it is, and why prompt recognition of cases is crucial

As ICSI becomes routine in sport horse breeding, Oscar Williams examines the science, the performance data and the myths that refuse to fade

Research has found that nosebands are not too tight but that horses’ signs of stress increase with competition level

We live in an age of screens and, let’s face it, they’re here to stay. Whether at work or at home, many of us spend hours staring at laptops, tablets and phones. We even ‘relax’ by watching TV or scro

Graham Fletcher discusses horse vettings and getting bums on seats

An expert panel discussed the present and future of vettings, during the 2026 National Equine Forum