Serious hoof neglect led to horses being put down

More than 450 animals were seized from a farm where they were being kept in “appalling conditions”

In the UK it is estimated that between 40-60% of horses and ponies are overweight or obese, and this in turn can lead to serious health issues

Experts debated whether being involved in sport is to the benefit or the detriment of our horses

The RSPCA hopes its new tools will not “educate” owners, but help them look at equine welfare differently

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Lessons from the plague ships centuries ago can help protect our horses today. Fleur Whitlock MRCVS and Richard Newton FRCVS outline simple steps to safeguard your yard