HORSE ADVICE HUB

Buying A Horse: Traps For The Unwary

Learn from leading equine vet, Ben Mayes, and World Horse Welfare's Allison Williment and Tony Evans, about what to look for when buying a horse.

Buying Or Selling A Horse: Top Tips

If you're thinking about buying or selling a horse, here are some tips from our friends at World Horse Welfare to help make sure everything goes well.

Breeding Horses: Do You Need To Breed?

Find out more about World Horse Welfare's 'Need To Breed?' initiative, as they strive to spread the word about the impact breeding just one foal can have.

Save On Your Riding Gear, With Preloved

Discover budget-friendly tips for horse riding beginners. Preloved equestrian gear and savvy advice to make your riding dreams come true.

Choosing The Right Horse or Pony For You

Before you consider buying or loaning, learn what you need to consider with this in-depth advice from The Blue Cross.

Obesity in Horses and Ponies

With obesity in horses and ponies becoming a growing concern, the Blue Cross have provided some detailed advice on how to ensure your horse or pony maintains a health weight.

Coping WIth Fireworks

As beautiful as firework displays can be, they can be a very stressful time for our four-legged friends. Blue Cross have advice on how to reduce animal's fear and stress levels.

Caring for Horses in Winter

When the colder months arrive, it's time to ensure you're prepared. Most horses and ponies are hardy, but there are still some things you should consider. Here are some top tips from World Horse Welfare!

Caring For Horses in Summer

Long, hot summer days can be hazardous for a horse’s health, but you can keep your horse safe and comfortable with these top tips from Blue Cross.

Horses & Poisonous Plants

Recognising poisonous plants and trees might just save your horse’s life. Gemma at Blue Cross lists the most common poinsonous plants that all horse owners should be aware of.

DIY Enrichment Ideas

Any horse or pony owner will know that their four legged friend needs a little amusement in its day in between all that grazing and hacking. Here are our favourite simple DIY toys for horses!

Understanding Your Horse's Body Language

As much as we might like to be, not many of us out their can claim to be horse whisperers. However, our quick guide will help get you on your way to better understanding what your horse or pony is thinking.

Keeping A Healthy Pasture
 

The beginning of summer for horse owners is the ideal time to plan and implement pasture management techniques. Here's our hints and tips to maintaining a healthy horse pasture.

Tips On Horse Care During Floods

Extreme weather means equine owners need to be prepared for emergencies, including floods. Here's our top tips for horse care in flood conditions.

How To Manage Pastures In Winter

Horse pastures during winter can become dangerous if it's not maintained. However, you can ensure your fields remain in the best condition during colder months with these top tips.

Donkey Care In Winter

Judy from the Flicka Foundation writes about how best to care for your donkeys in winter, and includes some general health tips too. Read on to find out more!

Top Donkey Care Tips

Donkeys are amazing creatures. They’re strong, affectionate and mischievous. They bring a great deal of love in to their owner’s hearts, but there are a few things you need to know if you are considering adopting one to join your family.