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Hoof pads can be a godsend in some situations, protecting a horse’s hoof and adding to the comfort factor. Farrier and TikTok sensation Sam Dracott demystifies their uses and their benefits and costs

Research has highlighted concerning attitudes among equine vets, and the need for culture change in the industry

Mud fever is usually associated with winter weather, but a particularly painful – and often persistent – variation can occur in the sunnier months. Kieran O’Brien MRCVS casts light on summer mud fever and how to treat it

Often veterinary articles focus on new and cutting-edge treatments, and the gold standard for care. But the reality is that many of my clients are on a budget and these treatments are out of reach. Os

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If you’ve got no idea which type of running shoes would work best for you, a wet footprint test can show you how your foot rolls when it hits the ground. That’s all very well, but why is it important