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Caring for a horse with Cushing's

Equine Cushing’s disease is one of the most common problems in veteran horses. Here, Horse Deals vet Pauline Williams explains the condition…

08/05/2012


10 forage myths busted

Are you up to date on the latest forage facts? With the help of feed industry experts, Horse Deals writer Carolyn Henderson busts the main forage myth

20/04/2012


Worming advice

Vet Ed Lyall explains why worms are a particular threat to young horses – and how you can deal with them

17/04/2012


Feeding supplements

If your horse’s digestive health needs a boost, his hooves are looking poor or his joints are creaky there’s a supplement to suit. Here’s how to spend

22/03/2012


Why high-fibre’s the way forward

When it comes to feeding, rule number one’s easy – you need to allow your horse to graze as nature intended or invite a whole host of digestive and be

22/03/2012


Money-saving feed tips

We've put together some great advice from top riders and nutritionist on the best ways you can save money on your feed...

08/03/2012


Winter horse health

Vet Ed Lyall, a partner at Arundel Veterinary Hospital in West Sussex, gives advice to ensure your horse stays healthy as the temperatures plummet...

01/03/2012


Feeding hard feed

Horse Deals find out what you need to feed if your horse needs more than a forage-only diet...

22/02/2012


Whats in a calmers tub?

Ever wondered what ingredients are used in calmers? Horse Deals investigates into what ingredients are used the most and why...

10/02/2012


Top 10 pony feeding tips

The Horse Deals top ten tips for feeding ponies.

21/12/2011


Top ten feeding tips

Here are the top ten feeding tips from HorseHage

19/12/2011


Insurance exclusions legal advice

Experts from specialist solicitors Martineau answer riders’ legal problems

27/10/2011


Common illnesses in youngsters

Horse Deals’ vet Ed Lyall discusses common diseases and disorders of youngstock

27/10/2011


Types of bedding

With such a wide variety of bedding to choose from, owners need to weigh up the pros and cons before making the right choice for themselves and their

26/10/2011


Top winter horse care tips

With winter comes rain, cold weather, mud and dark nights. Here are our top tips for keeping your horse safe and secure this winter.

26/10/2011


Which bed is best?

We ask some top names what bedding they prefer to use and why.

26/10/2011


Managing Sweet Itch

Expert vet Pauline Williams explains why some equines suffer from sweet itch and how to manage the problem.

25/08/2011


Horse Ownership Legal Advice - Livery without a contract

Q I keep my pony at a private yard on DIY livery. There are different rates for summer and winter and I pay the bills monthly in cash. I don't have a

09/08/2011


Horse Ownership Legal Advice - Low flying planes

I appreciate that RAF pilots have to carry out training, but yesterday we were “buzzed” by two jets, which flew very low over our property and upset o

04/08/2011


Feeding Youngsters

Horse Deals examines the basic rules for feeding youngstock

01/08/2011