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A grey pony has their teeth checked by a Blue Cross groom.

Health and injuries in horses

Routine check-up? Or is there something you'd like to know about your horse's condition? Our vet advice is here to give you the information you need to know.

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Poisonous plants horses should avoid

Brown and white horse with ears pricked up, standing in a field at Burford

Equine flu (equine influenza)

White pony with laminitis

Laminitis in horses

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Pet insurance

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Recognising lameness in your horse

NEHS 2014 media photos

Daily health checks for your horse

A grey pony has their feet treated by a farrier.

Common problems for horses hoofs

Puppy Benji from Victoria animal hospital

Choosing the right vet practice

A woman with long hair crouches down next to a chestnut and white Shetland pony. She holds the pony's headcollar with one hand and gently strokes his chin with her other hand.

Euthanasia and horses

Horses at Burford

Sycamore poisoning in horses

Pony Zara at Burford rehoming centre

First aid for horses

black and white horse called Mickey holding his head outside of his stable next to his owner

Caring for your horse on box rest

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