Just because a horse’s most active years are behind them doesn’t mean that they can’t have fun. Coach and personal trainer Niki Otterburn puts a 23-year-old former eventer through his paces by using her trademark ‘circuit training’ exercises in an arena

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Knockdowns aren’t just frustrating — they’re preventable. Five-star event rider Tom Rowland shares his tips for training a horse to think between fences, improve rhythm, and jump with care and confidence every time

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

There aren’t many trainers with a Cheltenham strike rate like this former hedge fund manager. Ma rtha Terry visits his yard to learn how the magic happens

Graham Fletcher discusses horse vettings and getting bums on seats