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Horse & Farm Management
A guide to choosing safe, ethical equine activities for your children
Helen Sharp
Horse Sense have complied a checklist that every parent can use if they are introducing their child or vulnerable person to new equestrian activities
12 June 2026 General
One Health, infectious disease and the trouble with business as usual
Dr Joe Collins MVB PhD widens the discussion on Ireland's animal and environmental health standards and the importance of vaccination
8 May 2026 General
Irish company secures exclusive entry into China’s rapidly expanding veterinary
An Irish-based leader in equine soft tissue management, has announced a significant breakthrough into the Chinese market
Hoofing it into the future
Horse Sense thinks ahead and finds realistic ways the future may reshape how we manage equine feet by 2030
1 May 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
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
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
Walker this way with Odon Equestrian
Odon Equestrian are the leading manufacturers of bespoke walkers, Horse Sense finds out more
27 February 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
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
Why the sniff test matters
Musty hay is linked to more dust and germs, recent study proves
16 January 2026 General