The latest Horse Sense and Hands On articles for keeping horses healthy and stud farms in peak condition

LATEST ARTICLES
Horse & Farm Management
Free first aid training for racing industry
Irish Field Contributor
Training covers concussion, CPR, defibrillator use, injury and bleeding management, and how to respond to incidents such as falls or kicks
30 January 2026 General
New research explores automated whip detection in racing
High-frequency audio and artificial intelligence could offer a new, objective tool for monitoring whip use and supporting equine welfare, Helen Sharp finds out more
30 January 2026 General
Ian Cassells to share his training approach with young breeders
Ian Casells will ride and talk through his training approachwith the young breeder training team, Horse Sense gets the lowdown
ECHO collaborative to host equine health and nutrition event
The Equine Collaboration for Health and Outreach (ECHO) is hosting an interactive equine health and nutrition event at Clonshire Equestrian Centre
30 January 2026 General
Your chance to ask direct questions on the new equine traceability system
Wendy Conlon of Teagasc is asking readers to submit questions as part of a one-off webinar special with Rosanne Greene of the DAFM Animal Identification and Movement Division
30 January 2026 General
Rosary beads, magpies and other thoroughbred travel tips
Amy Corrado asks a host of industry professionals about their must-haves when on the road, whether they're travelling to the sales, the races, or anywhere in between
25 January 2026 General
A horse's-eye view of travelling
Horse Sense takes a look at travel from the horse's point of view to highlight what's important to them as they travel to the track or ring
23 January 2026 General
Niamh McEvoy's travel essentials
Fresh from the 1.55 in Leipzig, leading show jumper Niamh McEvoy sent Horse Sense her travel essentials for the Ballypatrick horses and her
23 January 2026 General
Peace of mind to fly with Equine International Shipping
Equine International Shipping are a one-stop shop for flying your horses, a hastle-free service and the ultimate care await as your horses as they take to the skies
23 January 2026 General
The art of towing: Know your limits
Why everyone buying a vehicle to tow horses should know the towing capacity, Horse Sense takes a closer look
23 January 2026 General
Hold your horseboxes!
Did you know that attaching a wheel lock to your horsebox is recommended by most insurance companies? Horse Sense gets the full lowdown on locks
23 January 2026 General
Looking ahead with Equine Express
Formerly known as George Mullins Transport, an exciting rebrand as Equine Express reflects on who the company are today, and where they are going tomorrow
23 January 2026 General