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Are you breaking the law by scanning?
Helen Sharp
Helen Sharp shares the Veterinary Council’s urge for caution on rectal examination and ultrasound scanning of the reproductive tract of mares.
26 March 2025 Breeding
‘Giving foals the best start in life – this supplement covers every step'
Editor Helen Sharp, explains why she chose the theme of foal health for this year’s supplement.
26 March 2025 Breeding
Helping horses when they need it the most
What does it take to provide top-couch care to critically sick mares and foals? Helen Sharp talks to three of the dedicated vets at Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital.
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Raising a sport horse is not cheap. Helen Sharp crunches the numbers and finds out just how much it will cost you.
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Five tips for upping your green credentials
Are you considering upping the green credentials of your equine farm? Check out our five useful tips to get you started.
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Are you breaking the law?
Helen Sharp shares a reminder that by law, only vets can perform a rectal scan on a mare.
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Growing pains: understanding developmental orthopaedic disease
Vet Joe Collins helps breeders understand the influencing factors for the most common developmental orthopaedic diseases in young horses.
26 March 2025 Breeding
Advertorial: Ireland's unparalleled expertise in China
The Irish Horse Board has expanded its global reach on a recent trip to China, empowering Irish breeders and producers in this fast growing market.
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Minding yourself, as well as your horses
Breeding and rearing horses is not a game for the faint-hearted, it's long days and hard graft, as a breeder herself, editor Helen Sharp offers some advice for keeping your mind and body in shape.
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A to Z of equine foaling and youngstock health
What does it take to ensure your foal gets the best possible start?
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Broodmare health is vital for a successful breeding career
Proper management of a broodmare’s health requires attention to detail.
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Sustainability in Irish Sport Horse breeding
Helen Sharp explores the economic and environmental considerations for a modern breeding business in Ireland to ensure long-term success.
26 March 2025 Breeding