Cracking up

Mud fever is usually associated with winter weather, but a particularly painful – and often persistent – variation can occur in the sunnier months. Kieran O’Brien MRCVS casts light on summer mud fever and how to treat it

HOOF SPECIAL

Hoof pads can be a godsend in some situations, protecting a horse’s hoof and adding to the comfort factor. Farrier and TikTok sensation Sam Dracott demystifies their uses and their benefits and costs

Almost every horse owner will encounter laminitis at some point during their time with equines. Vet Lucinda Ticehurst explains the warning signs of this intensely painful condition, and the new drugs that can be transformative for some

EHV can cause devastating illness and has no cure. Fleur Whitlock MRCVS and Richard Newton FRCVS explain what can be done to limit the risk

Research has highlighted concerning attitudes among equine vets, and the need for culture change in the industry