It has been a difficult spring for everyone, with horse owners and yard managers needing to adapt to the unprecedented circumstances that Covid-19 forced upon us. Advice on watching the weight of horses and ponies has never been more relevant, and presented such a challenge, to so many. The good news is that you are not alone if you struggle with your horse or pony’s weight … [Read more...]

Hoof Care from Robinson Animal Healthcare The old saying goes ‘no hoof, no horse’ as, despite their large size, the legs and hooves of horses are notoriously fragile. Considering the hooves support the entire weight of the body, conditions related to the hoof can have huge implications on soundness and be time consuming to treat. Each season brings different challenges for … [Read more...]

On the Hoof The hoof is a fascinating structure that supports the entire bodyweight of a horse, which considering an average 16hh horse can weigh around 500kg, is impressive. With this in mind it is easy to see why hoof health is so important to soundness and why injuries and ailments of the hoof can have serious consequences. The outside structure is made up of the … [Read more...]

PAID POST. Why It’s Time to Prioritise Your Horse Grooming Think back to Autumn for a moment. Remember that last ride you did in the evening sunlight, the warm air on your face and the dry ground beneath your horse’s feet? Chances are you probably didn’t even realise that it was your last ride of the warm season at the time, and yet now you look back, it seems like forever … [Read more...]

Feeding for Healthy Skin A horse with a gleaming coat is something that owners strive for and, in order to achieve this, the skin needs to be healthy and supple. However, the benefits of healthy skin go beyond a shiny coat, as the skin has many functions. It acts as a barrier, is involved in temperature regulation, and contains an extensive network of nerves which allows the … [Read more...]