Equine vets

Wither injuries: what you need to know *H&H VIP*

The structure of the withers makes this bony ridge vulnerable to bruising or fracture, especially if a horse rears and falls over backwards. Graham Hunter MRCVS explains

Moody and inconsistent? Ovarian problems in mares *H&H VIP*

Mood swings or performance issues could indicate that a mare is suffering from enlarged ovaries. H&H investigates why ovarian conditions can interfere with both breeding and competition prospects

Horse has massive stake removed from chest *warning: graphic images*

A cob had a lucky escape after a fence post became wedged about 3ft into his chest

Help your horse with summer skin problems [H&H VIP]

Unravelling the cause of summer skin complaints can mean scratching beneath the surface. Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains

Treating soft tissue injuries in the hoof [H&H VIP]

Treatment of soft tissue injury in the hoof is most successful when vet, farrier and technology come together, as vet Dr Peter Milner and farrier Ian Hughes explain

Vets on motorbikes raise funds for charity on UK tour

The "Vets with Horsepower" charity motorbike riders are staying on home turf for their fifth tour

Do you trust your vet more than your doctor? Survey reveals most do

94% of the public trusts the veterinary profession generally or completely

Shedding light on a stoney issue [H&H VIP]

When a promising young racehorse lost his form, the culprit was found to be an enterolith — a grapefruit-sized internal obstruction. Tim Mair MRCVS tells us more

Are eventing stallions at an advantage? [H&H VIP]

Does being entire give an event horse a competitive edge, or do geldings have the upper hand? Phil Cramp MRCVS discusses the challenges facing an athletic stallion

Club foot: what does the future hold for your foal? [H&H VIP]

A foal with a club foot may still have athletic potential, provided treatment is early and appropriate, says Elizabeth Barr MRCVS

What's new in the vet world? Weaning foals: signs of equine depression [H&H VIP]

Are weaning methods and fencing options potential causes of stress — and could that quiet horse be an unhappy one? Peter Green MRCVS reveals more in his latest research round-up

16 things you need to know about your horse’s heart

Every horse has one, but do you know why the heart is a muscle, what causes it to beat and what rates are considered healthy? Here are 16 things you need to know about how the equine heart works — and what can go wrong

Tongues — vital yet vulnerable [H&H VIP]

It plays a vital role in a horse's ability to graze nd swallow, yet the equine tongue is surprisingly vulnerable to injury. Here we discuss the importance of this organ and its ability to recover from trauma

Equine vet presented with prestigious award

Denis Oliver, 95, received a standing ovation when he received the award of “Father of the Company"

Concerns surround quantity and quality of breeding [H&H VIP]

Modern technology may be changing the way we breed our horses, yet concerns about the quantity and quality of the youngstock produced remain. Here the welfare and ethical issues facing breeders today are weighed up

How to treat overreach injuries: essential information [H&H VIP]

When a hind hoof slices into the front heel bulbs or coronary band, or strikes a lower limb, the resulting wound needs prompt and careful management. We explain how to handle overreach and tread injuries

What’s in the spring issue of H&H Ask The Vet?

Don't miss the latest issue of Horse & Hound Ask the Vet — on sale now — packed full of vital information to ensure your horse's well-being

The latest essential news on laminitis [H&H VIP]

Stem cells, muscle relaxants and screw-on wooden shoes are emerging as possibilities in the global quest to find treatments for — and causes of — this frequently devastating disease

Certain colic cases affected by location

Research has shown geography and environmental factors could contribute to the likelihood of colic occurring

Is your youngster feeling the fear? [H&H VIP]

Vets have researched whether training your youngster from an early age will benefit their behaviour as they grow up