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Horse & Farm Management
No horsing around: PSNI leading the way in ride and drive safety
Helen Sharp
Horses and their riders are extremely vulnerable on our roads. Operation Gallop is helping road users, whether on wheels or hooves, to engage safely when out and about
3 April 2026 General
Are you toxic plant savvy?
Dr. Gabrielle Haughton shares pictures of seeds, leaves and shoots and helps readers identify the threat of Sycamore in all its seasonal stages
3 April 2026 General
The Sycamore spring and autumn risks
Horse Sense loks at identifying Sycamore seedlings and shoots and shares the best way to manage them if you find them in your fields
Retrained thoroughbreds to be sold online
Treo Eile and Tattersalls are working together to assemble a catalogue for late July
3 April 2026 News
Are we turning the tide on equine obesity-related disease?
A new research collaboration is currently setting its sights on equine obesity and its effects on our horses, Horse Sense finds out more
27 March 2026 General
Seasonal advice The silent killer in our fields
Vet Dr. Gabrielle Haughton Dr. Gabrielle Haughton DVM MSc CVA CVFT BHSAI offers a timely reminder on the risk that Sycamore poisoning poses to our horses both in spring and autumn
27 March 2026 General
Help shape the future for thoroughbreds after racing
Treo Eile are seeking help to develop an action plan to support thoroughbreds in their second careers. Helen Sharp finds out more about their innovative, quick-to-complete survey
27 March 2026 General
Bullying on the livery yard and what to do about it
Helen Sharp discusses bullying on the livery yard, a topic familiar to many but rarely discussed.
20 March 2026 General
Pre-purchase examination: Should it really be pass or fail?
Dr Joe Collins MVB PhD attended the recent National Equine Forum and considers the differing views on the pre-purchase examinations
20 March 2026 General
The science behind why poles fall at amateur level
Horse Sense takes a closer look at the recent research on the reasons for faults in amateur show jumping
20 March 2026 General
Are your first aid skills up to date?
Dr Karen Dunne gives a refresher in equine first aid and the things you need to have on hand should you face an emergency on the yard or in the field
13 March 2026 General
Helping your horse to sleep better
Horse Sense hits the hay and finds out how to make sure your horse gets enough sleep
13 March 2026 General