From mouth to manure, the journeys animals’ meals go on can be very different to human digestion

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

Whether you’re feeding a poor-doer or a good-doer, many factors need to be considered when planning their winter ration – especially this year – discovers Catherine Welton

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

Showing a stretch in trot in a dressage test is a useful skill, but one that takes time and patience to hone. European team gold medallist Gareth Hughes tells Aimi Clark where a judge wants the horse’s head and neck to be

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