Health

Conformation of the horse is a very important aspect to evaluate when looking for both lameness and for pre-purchase assessment...

"My horse has greasy heel and isn’t living in a damp or humid environment. How can I treat and prevent this, and could you tell me more about greasy heel/mud fever?"

Topline building, increasing condition, and weight gain where do I start?...

"I’ve heard that up to 80% of performance horses have gastric ulcers. Before scoping, how can I tell if my horse has them?"

We train our horses to be fit for their sport – but what about rider fitness? As fitness physio for the Australian eventing riders that trained for the Olympics, I believe riders should try to be as fit as their horses...

The nutritional regime that the foal has received from its mother in utero greatly influences its future health...

Vet Dr Maxine Brain tells us a little bit more about this contagious disease...