Equine vets

'Business class': How horses are flown to the Rio Olympics *H&H VIP*

With ‘business class’ travel and strict bio-security measures, the Olympic horses are all set to arrive in Brazil in optimum health. Andrea Oakes investigates

Hernias in horses: what you need to know *H&H VIP*

Any weakness in a wall of muscle or tissue is a potential hot spot for a hernia. Tim Mair MRCVS discusses the best options for the resulting bulge

Is your horse in pain or trying it on? *H&H VIP*

Bad behaviour could be due to discomfort or disobedience, but unravelling the root cause can be a challenge, as Roger Lee MRCVS explains

Pre-purchase vet exam: what to expect and how to get the most out of one *H&H VIP*

Buyers frustrated by a lack of answers may be missing the point of the pre-purchase exam, believes Malcolm Morley MRCVS. Andrea Oakes finds out what’s fair to expect, and how to unlock its potential

Door-kicking horses: what's the prognosis? *H&H VIP*

Feed time especially can bring a cacophony of knocks and bangs as horses anticipate their next meal or a trip out to the field. But what damage could this be doing to their limbs? Stephanie Bateman investigates

What do the noises your horse is making mean? *H&H VIP*

From clicking and creaking to grunting and groaning, horses can produce an array of weird sounds. Andrea Oakes finds out how to distinguish harmless habits from signs of something more serious

Questions surrounding lameness test and why “bipartite” navicular bones shouldn't be ignored *H&H VIP*

Peter Green MRCVS presents the latest scientific research — from lameness on the lunge to new findings about navicular bone deformities

'Dopey cobs on the A1' — and other things that shouldn't happen to a vet

Things rarely go to plan when animals are involved, especially if you’re an equine vet, as several reveal here

What to do if your horse impales himself *H&H VIP*

A deep stake wound is something no owner wants to see. But, as Phil Cramp MRCVS explains, recovery can be remarkable with prompt and careful treatment

Bladder stones in horses: a remarkable recovery *H&H VIP*

Blood-stained urine was the first sign that champion Arab stallion Patros HB had developed a potentially lethal bladder stone, as Andrea Oakes discovers

Sticking stifles: what you need to know *H&H VIP*

Unexpected locking of the hindleg at the point of the stifle can be a distressing situation for both horse and owner. Elizabeth Barr MRCVS outlines treatment options

Equine veterinary discoveries: intellect, hearing and eyes including one cure *H&H VIP*

Peter Green MRCVS presents the latest scientific research — from inherited intelligence to problems with eyes and ears

The science behind 'white' horses *H&H VIP*

What’s the science behind the coat colour of racing rarity Russe Blanc? Peter Green MRCVS explains

Eye temperature correlates with stress levels and incidence of gastric ulcers higher than expected

Can equine eyeballs reveal stress levels — and do semi-feral ponies suffer from gastric ulcers? Peter Green MRCVS explains all in his research round-up

Bone chips in horses: to remove or to leave? *H&H VIP*

Discovery of a bone chip can lead to a dilemma over whether and when to treat. Matt Smith MRCVS explains how to weigh up the options

Everything you need to know about dental issues in young horses

From caps and gaps to troublesome wolf teeth, Neil Townsend MRCVS outlines the importance of keeping an eye on dental health in a horse’s early years

£3.7m redevelopment of veterinary hospital to begin

The current facilities were last refurbished in 1993

UK vets cover thousands of miles in charity challenge

The vets travelled 34,727 miles by running, kayaking, swimming, cycling and walking around the UK

Know an animal welfare hero? Nominate them today

Nominations close on 11 January

Gastric ulcers: answers to horse owners’ most frequently asked questions

Confusion often surrounds the cause, diagnosis and treatment of gastric ulcers. Richard Hepburn MRCVS draws on the latest veterinary thinking to answer horse owners' most frequent questions