Not just small horses, ponies benefit from particular care and attention in certain areas. Merry Smith MRCVS explains what to watch out for

Mental health can shape not just a rider’s performance, but their horse’s wellbeing. Oscar Williams discovers how to recognise the signs – and why it’s sometimes braver not to ride

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Could mindset coaching be the key to getting your mojo back? Mindset coach Evie Llewellyn-Smith tells Bethany Stone about the transformative qualities of her practice — and how she helped five-star event rider Simon Grieve enter the Burghley start box without his ‘chimp’ hijacking his ride

What happens when we stop viewing horses through our own lens and start considering life from theirs? Emily Bevan reports from World Horse Welfare’s annual conference, where leading experts share powerful insights on behaviour, empathy and the environments we create

Not all retired horses fade away. Many blossom into reliable, steady companions — if you’re willing to adapt care routines for their changing needs. Catherine Welton finds out more Celebrating seniors