Science has the power to transform the way we care for, ride and manage our horses, but let’s be honest, research papers can often feel...

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “No hoof, no horse.” It may sound like a cliché, but this timeless truth highlights just how critical good hoof care is to your horse’s health, performance, and long-term soundness. In fact, the hoof is not just a supporting structure - it’s a dynamic, weight-bearing, shock-absorbing marvel that influences everything from movement to posture.

Practitioners often talk about compensations and compensation patterns. However, they often offer very different definitions or explanations based on their individual perspectives and modes of assessment. In this article Kevin Haussler, DVM, DC, PhD aims to add some clarity and delves into the different ways the body reacts to injury or disease, whether those responses are good or bad, and what we can do to help manage them.

When we think about the horses we ride, train or care for, soundness and symmetry often go hand in hand and they are something many of us, quite understandably, take for granted.

Lameness in horses is a common yet complex issue that can significantly impact a horse’s performance and overall well-being. Early detection and appropriate management are crucial to ensure long-term soundness. Understanding how to recognise lameness and take appropriate action are essential skills to have.

Having the skills to recognise and address asymmetry is fundamental for owners, riders and trainers

There are many myths in the equine world and many excuses are made for a horse not progressing in training as potentially expected. I have h

n this second article of our series exploring anatomical misconceptions, we are looking at the location of the hip joint and hindlimb anatom

Wow! What an incredible weekend we had at the Horses Inside Out Conference. Engineered and collated by Gillian Higgins, the talks truely...

When we are looking to buy a new horse, we are encouraged to look at its conformation. Horse conformation is the study of the shape and...

Straightness is the fifth scale of training and is an important pillar of training. The ultimate aim is to have your horse as symmetrical...

My horse isn’t quite right. He's not lame, but he's just not quite right. How many times have you heard this as a conversation amongst...