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Of the hundreds of thousands of plant species in the British Isles, only a small handful are likely to pose a serious threat to your horse’s health. Here are five poisonous plants to watch out for: 1. Hemlock Hemlock is a multi-stemmed weed with fern-like leaves and clusters of tiny white flowers. The leaves, stems and seeds of the hemlock … More →

We’ve all been there, nervously pacing around the dentist waiting room – biting our nails at the thought of having a ghastly filling, or thinking about bolting out of the front door because we don’t want that drill anywhere near our mouths. So to avoid any unnecessary trips to the dentist, we make sure to look after our teeth – … More →

Good nutrition is the key to your horse’s health. While feeding a horse is neither difficult nor expensive, it is not as simple as you may think. To ensure your horse lives a long and healthy life, follow these five nutritional tips: 1. Provide unrestricted access to clean water Your horse should always have access to fresh water, maintained at … More →

Britain's only gold Andalusian colt has gained a huge following on Facebook having been born in rural Hertfordshire last spring. Pearl of Peace is 18-months-old and gets his distinctive colour due to the rare pearl gene being passed from both his father and his mother. His rarity is increased further by the fact that he also has green eyes, making … More →

A young couple have coordinated a Hunks and Horses calendar to raise money for Cancer Research UK and World Horse Welfare. Aaron Crawford and partner Kim Smith decided to launch the project after he suffered from testicular cancer, getting friends on board to pose naked. Ms Smith's love of horses helped to inform the theme, which sees the men alongside … More →

The London International Horse Show is a key event in the equestrian calendar and kicks off at the Olympia Exhibition Centre in Hammersmith next month. Running from December 16th to 22nd, visitors can expect to see everything from dressage, driving and jumping at the event. Highlights of the show will include performances from the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art and … More →

A bride from Nottingham who wanted her horse to be an integral part of her wedding day celebrations chose the thoroughbred as one of her bridesmaids. Toffee was decked out in purple just like her human counterpart Lianna Bourne for the marriage of owner Alex Wells to Graham Sales. The 17-year-old mare, who Ms Wells describes as one of the … More →

Ever wondered what the next stage of evolution in horse racing will be?  Well wonder no more, as the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) has developed titanium horse shoes.  While it may sound a little far-fetched, the science agency has utilised 3D printing technology in order to create the perfect shoe for the animals – it only takes … More →

A stable in Brixton, London has received a royal visit from the Queen and Duchess of Cornwall. They visited the Ebony Horse Club, of which the Duchess is a patron, yesterday (October 29th) to tour the urban stables. The Queen knows a thing or two about horses, as she breeds her own, but she certainly seems to admire horses of … More →

A Beginner’s Guide to Horseback Riding If you love horses of all shapes and sizes and are looking for way to enjoy the great outdoors in style, horseback riding is likely to be your ideal pursuit. However, learning to ride can be a daunting experience, particularly if you have never mounted a horse before. To learn to ride safely and … More →