Horse Health

UNDERSTANDING LAMINITIS IN HORSES

Laminitis is one of the most feared equine diseases due to its painful nature and the severe impact it can…

2 years ago

RECOGNISING HIDDEN PAIN IN HORSES – A SHIFT IN PERSPECTIVE

Recent advancements in research and the development of ethograms cataloguing signs of pain are casting light on what has long…

2 years ago

THE BRITISH PRE-PURCHASE EXAM

In the British system, veterinary pre-purchase examinations are classified into two types: the Limited Pre-Purchase Examination and the Five-Stage Pre-Purchase…

2 years ago

NAVIGATING THE PRE-PURCHASE EXAM

Buying a horse is a significant investment, both emotionally and financially. A pre-purchase exam (PPE) is an essential step in…

2 years ago

TOP TIPS FOR CARING FOR YOUR HORSE AT AN EVENT

With the Olympics occupying our screens and closer to home, the upcoming World Cup Qualifier down in Shongweni, here at…

2 years ago

THE CORONARY BAND

The coronary band is the junction between the hair-producing skin of the horse's lower leg and the hoof wall. The…

2 years ago

IS YOUR GELDING PREGNANT? UNDERSTANDING THE HAY BELLY

Text: Hannah Botha Have you ever heard someone say, "my gelding looks pregnant" or "he isn't fat; he just has…

2 years ago

IMPORTS AND EXPORTS WITH CANDICE HOBDAY

One of the latest developments on the equestrian scene here in South Africa is the recent change to import and…

2 years ago

2024 YHPS FINAL

This year’s YHPS Final came down to the wire, with a handful of the Series-leading horses missing out on titles…

2 years ago

SURRA IN EQUINES

Understanding the disease, treatment, and current import regulations in South Africa Text: Candice Hobday of Hobday Equestrian Enterprises Surra is…

2 years ago