British Equestrian Podcast

In the final episode of Equine Health Week 2025, we're focusing on a topic that nobody involved with horses likes to think about, but one that many of will have to go through at some point – end of life.    It’s a sad fact that very few horses will pass away naturally so, whether as a result of accident, injury, illness or old age, euthanasia is something that many owners will be faced with. Vet Alistair Crozier from Parkside Veterinary Group and Dr. Amelia Cameron from the University of Nottingham's School of Veterinary Medicine join Rachel to discuss how creating an end of life plan can help to reduce delay and distress when the time comes. Keep up to date with everything that's happening during Equine Health Week 2025 via https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub [https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub].

In the penultimate episode of our Equine Health Week 2025 series, we turn our attention to our 'golden oldies' and how we can support them as they age. Nicola Housby Skeggs, Veterinary Director at The Horse Trust, shares what she's learned from caring for the around 140 elderly horses who live on-site at the charity. She and Rachel discuss all aspects of veteran care, including easing into retirement, enrichment ideas, managing health challenges and creating a suitable environment. Keep up to date with everything that's happening during Equine Health Week 2025 via https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub [https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub].

For the next episode in our series of episodes for Equine Health Week 2025, we’re focusing on how you can build a partnership with your horse in the saddle and support him to perform at his best. Coach and former FEI Eventing European Champion Nicola Wilson returns to the podcast to share her top tips for a successful ridden partnership, including how to instill confidence in your horse, planning your competition season and the importance of appreciating him as an individual.  Keep up to date with everything that's happening during Equine Health Week 2025 via https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub [https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub].

Our horses' nutritional needs will change throughout his life. In this special episode for Equine Health Week 2025, Rachel is joined by NAF's Head Nutritionist Kate Hore and Dodson & Horrell's Veterinary and Nutrition Advisor Dr. Marga Mas for discussion on all things equine nutrition. Covering everything from different nutritional needs at different life stages to how to choose the most suitable feed and supplements for your individual horse – via nutrition-related health problems, the importance of choosing a BETA NOPS-accredited brand and just what your horse's poo can tell you about his wellbeing – this episode is a must-listen if you want to ensure that your horse is getting the best possible outcome from his diet. Keep up to date with everything that's happening during Equine Health Week 2025 via https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub [https://bit.ly/EHW25Hub].

In today's episode of our Equine Health Week 2025 series, it's all about giving our horses a good life. Groom and yard manager Steph Sharples shares how she cares for the horses at Hughes Dressage in a way that means they're able to perform at their best with Gareth between the white boards. She and Rachel discuss the importance of having a routine, learning your horse's personality and why all of their horses have daily turnout.