Ella Riley CertNCS (VCC), RVCCA

It can be worrying when a horse that normally eats well suddenly becomes reluctant to finish meals or loses interest in food altogether. While a short-term change in appetite may not always be serious, persistent or unexplained loss of appetite should never be ignored. Understanding the possible causes can help you decide when to monitor at home and when to call your vet.

Stress is an often underestimated factor in equine health. While short-term stress can be part of normal life, ongoing or unmanaged stress can have a significant impact on a horse’s physical health, behaviour, and performance. Understanding how stress affects horses can help owners recognise early signs and support their horse’s overall wellbeing.

Summer grazing can be a welcome change for horses, offering increased turnout and improved forage availability. However, richer grass and longer grazing hours can also increase the risk of weight gain and laminitis , particularly in certain horses and ponies. Understanding the risks and managing grazing carefully can help keep your horse healthy throughout the summer months. Why Summer Grass Can Be a Problem Summer grass often contains: Higher levels of sugars and starches Rapidly growing,...