Author Archives: Chris Keate

Older horses generally in good condition finds UK survey

More than 12,000 horse owners responded to a survey to help understand the needs of

The fetlock joint – an overview of equine anatomy

The importance of healthy feet is well recognised for the soundness of our equines but,

When does use become abuse of horses?

World Horse Welfare again delivered a thought provoking and, very relevant conference earlier this month,

Do we really need bi-annual flu vaccines for our horses?

Epidemiology experts are advising that now the equine influenza vaccine supply has returned to normal

Shoeing wet hooves

Steve Butler, discusses the problems which occur when shoeing wet feet So it’s that time

How much do you love your coffee?

A new appeal launched by World Horse Welfare, highlights how the cost of a coffee can

Pre-purchase veterinary examinations – an insurer’s perspective

The Horse Hub talks to KBIS, to find out what the insurance companies take into

Is my horse naughty or is it something else?

 Dr Sue Dyson is well known for her groundbreaking work on signs of pain in

What is ‘social license to operate’ and, why does it matter to equestrian sport?

According to a recently published paper reviewing equestrian sport’s social licence to operate (SLO), the equestrian

Hub Editorial: What is the value of one degree?

At 99˚C water is still just water but, at 100˚C it boils and becomes steam;