Early arrivals

Buying a new horse can be exciting but frustrating in equal measure. Charlotte Cooper finds out how equestrians can make the process as seamless as possible for themselves and their new ride

Science is unlocking myriad secrets related to the keeping of our senior equine citizens, as Spillers’ nutritionist Sarah Nelson explains

A horse’s eye is vulnerable, and problems can quickly become serious. Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains what to look out for to keep your horse’s vision safe

Two pieces of recent research have investigated the health of the equine gut. Peter Green MRCVS reports

Maintaining a balanced nervous system in the horse can improve the ridden experience, as Ross Cooper of Rosca Horsemanship explains

NHS data reveals record numbers of new mums are seeking mental health support. Here, one writer shares the impact her traumatic birth had on her relationship with her body, from disordered eating to exercise addiction