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

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

Equine welfare organisations look back at a challenging year in the sector, as rising costs are still biting deep

A LOVER of horses from a young age, Ann Bird found a stable near her home in central London and would muck out for a free horseride. She didn’t actually own her own horse until the age of forty – an e

Horse welfare is as critical as ever as we enjoy Christmas jollity. Howard Newitt MRCVS explains how racehorses are cared for during the festive racing period

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