Cold, wet days can be tough for senior equines, with weight loss, stiffness and feeling the chill just the beginning of potential problems. Vet Emma Cassidy explains how to beat common concerns before they start and help a golden oldie thrive this season

Many UK horse owners will find themselves navigating a hay shortage and higher prices this winter, after a prolonged dry summer dramatically affected farmers’ yields. Lauren Williamson finds out what the forage alternatives are and how to keep a horse’s stomach full this season

Sunny days and cold nights increases the amount of non-structural carbohydrates in grass, potentially putting any laminitis-prone horses at increased risk of an autumnal episode. Equine nutritionist Tracey Hammond explains how to keep your equine safe

Supercharge your immunity and stay fit for the holiday season with these expert tips

Q My horse is stabled more in the ...

Owners are advised to seek advice from professionals, not self-proclaimed “experts”