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

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

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How can vets and owners best prepare for and handle emergencies? Angela Jones MRCVS outlines the role and risks of equine emergency care

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

How do we give our horses the retirement they deserve in old age, whether they’ve been a superstar or a happy hacker? Suzi Lewis-Barned finds out