Sidebone itself rarely causes lameness, but it can lead to conditions that do. Thijs de Bont MRCVS explains why, and measures to help avoid such problems

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Hoof pastern conformation can be influential in the development of lameness. Merry Smith MRCVS outlines its significance and the problems that can result

Taking a blood sample from a horse is a common veterinary procedure that can provide a lot of important health information. Equine vet Lucinda Ticehurst explains what the procedure involves, why it is done and what the test can potentially tell us

A round-up of the strangest science stories from around the world.

Oh good. Science has spoken and it turns out everything we’ve been doing to avoid real exercise – running for the bus, carrying shopping like a pack mule, cleaning up after ourselves (and others) – mi