With a spate of recent cases of equine grass sickness (EGS), horse owners are being encouraged to read up on the often fatal disease and its signs, as well as consider signing up for risk alerts in their area.In addition, those who have been affected by EGS are urged to anonymously report their case(s) as well as consider donating samples to help advance understanding and protect future horses.There is currently no cure for grass sickness, with only 20% of horses contracting it in Britain surviving. In December 2024, Your Horse reported that researchers believed they had identified the cause to be a neurotoxin produced by pasture microbe.An anti snake venom drug was then set to be trialled on a small group of horses last year in an attempt to find a cure.The Moredun Foundation Equine Grass Sickness Fund (EGSF) is working to shed more light on the complex disease by advancing research and improving treatment.This year, the team have witnessed cases cropping up in areas they wouldnt normally expect, as well as more fatalities among the horses who contract the disease.New warning systemDr Beth Wells, EGS project lead at the Moredun Research Institute, which works in partnership with the EGSFto fund, manage, and conduct scientific research into the disease, told Your Horse about the new alert system, which warns owners when conditions could make cases more likely.Certain patterns in weather, and in particular patterns of temperature fluctuations and breaks in drought, followed by sufficient rainfall, may lead to a higher incidence of EGS cases. The alert system allows owners to sign up to receive weekly or monthly alerts via WhatsApp, which will identify their risk of weather more highly associated with an EGS case. Messages contain a risk prediction for their selected geographical area, providing a better insight into the potential risk for the horses in their care.How you can help: Reporting cases and donating samples Dr Wells said it was incredibly useful to anonymously report cases of EGS to help her team learn as much as possible about the disease, as well considering donating samples, which are taken during diagnosis. The Moredun Foundation and EGSF, with support from the British Horse Society, have a nationwide biobank to gather these samples, which includes blood, urine, faeces and saliva. The biobank supplies kits to vets who are aware of the resource, and owners are encouraged to speak to their vets to discuss this.When cases are sadly fatal, owners can help improve chances for future horses by donating tissue samples. Vets can apply for the biobank to cover the cost of taking these samples, so it costs nothing to the owner of vet, and data will be used anonymously for EGS research purposes only.Which horses are affected?Dr Wells stressed that all types of horses can get the disease, and it is not isolated to natives.The breed profile will mostly be natives and cobs, but thats because thats what we mostly have out at grass, she explained. We see it across all breeds.For owners its devastating because it happens so quickly and there is some sort of stigma surrounding the disease, but its not the owners fault and we need to get rid of that stigma.Its happening so randomly and every horse owner should have a working knowledge of the signs at least, so they can alert the vet.The more we speak about it, the more we raise awareness and the more we understand the disease. The recently updated EGSF website offers a vast resource of information for those who want to find out more about EGS, including the signs of the disease and management practices which may reduce risk, as well as advice for managing chronic grass sickness.Lead image by EGSFRelated contentEquine grass sickness: this is what you need to know about this deadly diseaseSignificant breakthrough as probable cause of equine grass sickness discoveredHow three horses survived equine grass sicknessAn introduction to a horses digestive systemThe post Take action now, warns expert, after spate of devastating equine grass sickness cases appeared first on Your Horse.

Communications Manager Badminton Horse TrialsAbout BamintonBadminton Horse Trials is a premier outdoor sporting event held every year in early May at the Badminton Estate is South Gloucestershire. The event attracts a significant and diverse audience onsite ranging from the equestrian sports enthusiast through to the family day tripper. An ever growing audience, both domestic and internationally also experiences the event remotely through various digital channels.This newly created role is an exciting opportunity to play a significant part in the success of staging a significant outdoor sporting event with an international audience.About the RoleThe event is now seeking a professional & creative individual to manage the broad spectrum of communication needs of the event across all communication channels from traditional PR through to modern digital. Curiosity and creativity are key attributes needed for this role to maintain the progressive nature of the events organisation in delivering a world class experience to our various audiences.This is a customer facing role where you will have direct contact with a variety of stakeholders from sponsors through to competitors, owners, enthusiasts and the press. Badminton thrives thanks to people who take ownership, but work as part of the wider office team. Badminton has a very busy website and social media presence all of which will fall under the control of this role. There will also be significant interaction with our event based radio and digital TV channel as well.As Badminton is an annual event it is envisaged this role will be full time from October to May, including some weekend working, with flexibility during the summer months to reduce days as needed. The role will be office based with some flexibility for working remotely.What youll be doing:Creating cohesive and comprehensive communication strategies for all channels that engage our audiences.Liaising with a variety of event stakeholders to produce tactical communication plans throughout the year to fulfill our objectives both commercially and aspirationally.Manage and execute a diverse range of communications related projects, often with a mix of aligned or competing priorities, ensuring objectives are met.Oversee, manage and mentor a range of external media contractors who contribute to the communications delivery.Crafting PR, Social Media and other communication campaignsEnsuring all of our communications and digital channels reflect the messaging and brand image of a world class sporting event.Overseeing the media centre operations and communications functions during the eventWhat youll need to bring to the role:A modern, professional approach to communications, with the ability to work with a variety of individuals and stakeholders.An excellent understanding of the modern technologies that drive and assist todays communications function.A growth mindset, curiosity, and the ability to use impartial analysis to review and improve the communications function and its effectiveness.Creativity to drive continuous enthusiasm amongst our audiences and stakeholdersA blend of self-sufficiency and team mentality. This role very much owns the communication function as part of a larger event management team.Experience of managing a teamExcellent written and verbal communication skills with an attention to detailGood project management skills with the ability to work effectively on your own but also seek advice and guidance where appropriate.An understanding and appreciation of equestrian sport.5+ years experience working in a communications function with exposure across a mix of channels.Interested applicants should forward a covering letter highlighting their suitability plus a current CV to:Applications@badminton-horse.co.ukNo Agencies please.Closing Date for applications: 13th November 2026Interviews expected to commence week commencing 23rd November 2026Anticipated Salary Range: 40-45K depending on experienceAPPLY NOW

Badminton 2026 seems a distant memory after such a wonderful summer in many ways. We thought we were lucky with our weather but as it has turned out there have been very few events this time blighted with undesirable weather of course the long spell of dry and hot weather has caused other concerns, i.e. problems with the ground, amount of forage that has had to be fed throughout.Following Ros and Lordship Graffalos triumph at Badminton was the beginning of many a good eventing story, and I witnessed the GBR team winning Gold and Ros individual Siiver at the World Championships. Well done also to Laura Collett, with London 52, for her Bronze individual medal.I have been privileged to visit other events through the summer and there is always something to be learnt or a good idea taken up! It is also a wonderful way of catching up with people across the equestrian and trading world. I am ashamed to say, I had not visited Bramham previously and now know why everyone praises the event, although this is one where the weather was not overkind it was a good competition and great fun to see the 4* long in which horses competing hopefully were using as their pathway to Badminton and other 5*s.Dublin show was another no where will you get more like-minded people or horses of every shape and size together in one place and it has its own unique special atmosphere. The Nations Cup was an exciting competition.Burghley was, as always, a great event and well done to Gemma Stevens with Chilli Knight on her win very much deserved.Blenheim was another event where there were plenty of combinations hopefully with Badminton in their sights next Spring!I also visited several other national events and what a great job they did with their ground, which was anything but easy at some sites.Badminton has looked like the Sahara desert for most of the summer but thankfully is green again now and has had the autumn work done on the cross-country course, arena, etc. The Lake has also had a clear out and, once the rain comes, will be refilled and cleaner than it has been for many a year.There is one new recruit in the Office in the form of Bumble the Lancashire Heeler, who is the great granddaughter of Missy, who was always by my side. Bumble thinks life is just made for fun but slowly understanding the routine, she has had the maiden voyage on the bike! My thanks on her behalf for Minnow, Tilly, Thelma and Evies doggy patience with her.As always, once the eventing season starts to draw to a close, is when we start in earnest. A great number of the contractors have been contacted, the Box Office is underway with their planning in order to be open for the beginning of January. Those that exhibited at Badminton 2026 will be contacted next month. The cross-country course is being given a new look here and there.Altogether a lot to do and look forward to..

Chaff can add fibre, extend chewing time and provide a useful base for a horse's bucket feed, but one bag can be very different from another. Some products are deliberately light in calories for good doers, while others contain more oil and digestible energy to help horses maintain condition. Softer blends may also be easier for an older horse to manage.The best choice therefore depends on the horse, the rest of the ration and the job the feed needs to do. This guide explains the main figures and ingredients to compare before choosing a chaff or short-chopped fibre feed.Important: feed can support good management, but it cannot diagnose or treat conditions such as Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS), Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), laminitis or Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS). Speak to your vet and, where appropriate, an equine nutritionist before changing the diet of a horse with a diagnosed or suspected health condition.What is chaff?Chaff is forage such as straw, grass or alfalfa that has been dried and cut into short pieces. It is commonly added to bucket feeds to increase fibre and encourage a horse to chew rather than bolt a meal.Chewing produces saliva, while the physical fibre makes a meal take longer to eat. However, the word chaff does not tell you how many calories a feed supplies or whether it contains molasses, oil, pellets, herbs or added vitamins and minerals. The label matters far more than the product category alone.For more background, read our guide to the role of fibre in a horse's diet.Six things to check on a chaff label Its intended purpose: decide whether you need a light carrier feed, a partial forage replacer, a soft senior blend or a higher-energy conditioning fibre. Sugar and starch: look at both figures rather than relying solely on terms such as healthy or non-heating. Horses with metabolic or laminitis concerns need an individual feeding plan from their vet or nutritionist. Digestible energy: usually shown as megajoules per kilogram (MJ/kg). A lower figure can help when calories need controlling; a higher figure may be more useful when maintaining condition is difficult. The fibre source: check whether the feed uses oat straw, other cereal straw, grass, alfalfa or a blend. Named ingredients make it easier to understand exactly what is in the bag. Whether the ration is balanced: many chaffs are fibre feeds rather than complete feeds. Depending on the quantity fed and the rest of the diet, a suitable balancer or vitamin and mineral supplement may still be needed. Whether it can replace forage: never assume every chaff can replace hay or haylage. Only use a product this way when the manufacturer specifically permits it, calculate the ration by weight and introduce the change gradually.For good doers and horses needing a low-calorie chaffFor a horse or pony that maintains weight easily, start by looking for a lower digestible-energy figure and low sugar and starch levels. The amount fed still matters: even an appropriate product can add unwanted calories if the portion is larger than the horse needs.Honeychop Chopped Oat Straw is the lightest option in the Honeychop range. It contains only screened, dust-extracted oat straw and has no added molasses, oil, alfalfa, soya or other ingredients. Honeychop states that it can replace up to 50% of the daily forage ration, but it is not a nutritionally balanced feed and the overall diet must still meet the horse's protein, vitamin and mineral requirements.Honeychop Lite & Healthy combines oat straw and Timothy grass with linseed and rapeseed oil, herbs and other ingredients. It remains low in sugar, starch and digestible energy but offers a more varied and aromatic feed than straight oat straw. The manufacturer recommends it for good doers and horses, ponies or donkeys needing a light fibre feed.If EMS or laminitis is a concern, see our separate guides to diet and Equine Metabolic Syndrome and managing laminitis risk as grass changes.For older horsesAge alone does not determine a horse's ration. Some senior horses remain good doers, while others struggle to maintain condition or find long-stem forage harder to chew. Regular dental checks, body-condition scoring and weight monitoring become especially important.Quidding, dropping partly chewed forage or finding unusually long fibres in droppings can indicate a dental problem. Arrange an examination by a vet or suitably qualified equine dental technician rather than simply changing the feed.Honeychop Super Senior is a soft, short-chopped blend of oat straw and dried meadow grasses with an oil-rich, low-starch pellet. It also includes glucosamine and added yeast. It is designed for older horses, including those that need help maintaining condition, but the ration should still be matched to body condition, workload, dental function and any diagnosed PPID or laminitis risk.For horses that need more conditionWhen a horse needs more calories, increasing cereal-based starch and sugar is not the only option. Fibre and oil can provide additional energy while keeping starch comparatively low.Honeychop Topline & Shine is the most energy-dense of the four feeds compared below. It contains oat straw, dried grass, alfalfa, sugar beet, rice bran, linseed and rapeseed oil, with 11% oil and digestible energy of 12MJ/kg. It is intended for horses needing support to gain or maintain body condition without relying on a high-starch feed.Loss of weight or condition can also be associated with dental problems, parasites, pain, illness or gastric disease. Investigate unexplained changes with your vet rather than treating them as a feeding problem alone. Our guide to Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome explains common signs, diagnosis and management in more detail.Honeychop fibre feeds comparedThe following figures are the current typical analyses published by Honeychop. Recipes and analyses can change, so check the latest bag label before feeding. Feed Typical use Fibre Sugar Starch Energy Chopped Oat Straw Straight, very low-calorie fibre 40% 1.6% 0.1% 5MJ/kg Lite & Healthy Low-calorie, low-sugar herbal fibre 31% 3.1% 0.5% 8MJ/kg Super Senior Soft senior fibre with added oil 25% 6% 3% 10MJ/kg Topline & Shine Higher-energy conditioning fibre 25% 4.5% 2.5% 12MJ/kg Introduce any new feed graduallyMake changes gradually, normally over at least 714 days unless your vet or nutritionist advises otherwise. Weigh portions rather than relying on an uncalibrated scoop, provide fresh water and continue to monitor weight, body condition, droppings and appetite.When several people share feeding duties, keep a clear written feed chart. Consistent portions and routines reduce the risk of accidental changes to the horse's ration.Further expert readingHoneychop commissioned equine veterinary specialist Dr Victoria South to prepare detailed feeding and management fact sheets. You can read the supplier's guides on: feeding and management for Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome equine gastrointestinal wellness feeding a horse with Equine Metabolic Syndrome feeding and management of senior horsesExplore our full range of horse chaff and fibre feeds. Always follow the latest instructions on the bag and obtain professional advice for horses with health, weight or dental concerns.

October is often a decision month for a horse paddock. The soil may still be warm enough for limited repair work, but shorter days, heavier rain and falling temperatures mean there is less room for error. It is also the point when worn gateways, trough areas and favourite tracks begin to show where winter mud is likely to develop.The answer is not automatically to add lime, fertiliser or grass seed. Start by finding out what is limiting the paddock, then choose the smallest useful intervention.Start with what the paddock is telling youWalk the whole field rather than judging it from the gateway. Mark the areas where grass is thin, water collects, horses repeatedly travel or the soil has become capped and compacted. Thin grass across a wide area may point to soil fertility, pH, drainage, grazing pressure or several factors together. Bare strips beside fences or gateways are usually linked to traffic and compaction. Muddy ground around a trough may be made worse by a leak, poor drainage or horses gathering in one place. Strong grass in some areas but weak growth elsewhere suggests the paddock should not necessarily be treated as one uniform block.This simple assessment matters because lime cannot repair compaction, grass seed cannot overcome constant hoof traffic and fertiliser cannot correct waterlogging.Test the soil before applying limeYou cannot reliably diagnose acidic soil by looking at the grass. A laboratory soil test provides the pH and nutrient information needed to decide whether lime or fertiliser is justified.CAFRE's soil-analysis guidance for horse owners gives a typical target pH of 6.06.2 for grassland paddocks on mineral soil, while noting that the optimum varies with soil type. The result and the laboratory recommendation should guide the product and application rate rather than a general seasonal rule.For a representative sample, treat differently managed paddocks as separate areas. Walk each area in a W pattern, combine multiple small cores in a clean container and avoid unusual spots such as gateways, tracks, feeding points and manure heaps. Follow the laboratory's instructions on depth and timing. AHDB's grassland soil-assessment guidance advises allowing sufficient time after manure, fertiliser or lime applications so the result is not distorted.What lime can and cannot doWhere a soil test confirms that the pH is too low, an appropriate liming product can raise pH and improve the availability of nutrients already present in the soil. This may help grass use fertiliser more efficiently and support healthier root growth.Lime is not a general cure for a tired paddock. It will not: remove deep compaction; repair damaged drains or redirect surface water; protect seedlings from grazing; reduce excessive stocking pressure; or make an unsuitable seed mixture suitable for horses.If lime is recommended, use the test result to choose the correct material and rate. Follow the current product label, spreading instructions and grazing guidance, and seek agricultural advice where the result or application rate is unclear.Is October too late to repair bare patches?October can still offer a short repair window in milder parts of the UK, but conditions matter more than the date. Grass seed needs adequate soil warmth, moisture and seed-to-soil contact, followed by enough time without hoof traffic to establish.As autumn advances, colder soil slows germination and wetter ground becomes harder to prepare without causing more compaction. AHDB notes that later autumn reseeding carries greater establishment risk as soil temperatures fall and weather becomes less dependable. If the ground is cold, saturated or likely to be grazed immediately, mark the repair for spring rather than wasting seed.Where conditions remain suitable, concentrate on manageable patches: Remove debris and identify why the area became bare. Relieve only the compaction that can be addressed without working saturated soil. Prepare the surface according to the seed supplier's instructions. Choose a mixture suited to the intended use, such as grazing or a hard-wearing access area. Create good seed-to-soil contact and protect the area until the roots are properly established.Browse our horse paddock grass seed and fertiliser collection to compare the options Chestnut Mill currently stocks.Fix the cause of high-traffic wearReseeding the same worn spot every year is rarely the best long-term answer. Use October to change the way horses, people and water move through the paddock. Gateways: spread traffic where practical and consider suitable hard standing before the ground becomes deeply poached. Water troughs: check for leaks, overflowing valves and runoff that is being directed onto the standing area. Hay and feeding points: use suitable feeders on firm ground and move them before one route becomes badly churned. Favourite tracks: rotate access or fence off the weakest section so it can rest. Wet hollows: keep ditches and existing drainage routes clear, and seek professional advice before undertaking drainage work.The British Horse Society's autumn pasture guidance also recommends checking hard standing around gates and troughs, maintaining drainage and completing soil analysis if it was not done in spring.Should you apply Suregrow Fertiliser in October?Suregrow Fertiliser is formulated for horse and pony paddocks and its current manufacturer guidance includes an autumn application window from September to mid-November. The published autumn rate is four 20kg bags per acre.That window does not mean every paddock needs an October application. Consider the soil test, current grass growth, moisture, drainage and grazing pressure first. Apply only at the current labelled rate and follow all manufacturer instructions, including the stated grazing conditions. Fertiliser is unlikely to provide good value on saturated, severely compacted or continually overgrazed ground.Protect the grass already presentEstablished turf is the paddock's best defence against winter damage. Protecting it now may achieve more than trying to force late growth. Rotate or rest ground before horses graze it down to bare soil. Fence off newly repaired areas and do not return horses before the roots are secure. Keep poo-picking to reduce rejected patches and support parasite control. Use the best-drained area for wetter periods where your layout allows. Continue checking beneath oak and sycamore trees for seasonal hazards. Plan a winter turnout or sacrifice area before prolonged rain removes your options.Your October horse paddock checklist Map thin, compacted and waterlogged areas. Arrange a soil test before buying lime or fertiliser if pH and nutrient status are unknown. Use the test recommendation rather than applying lime automatically. Sow only where soil conditions and sufficient resting time make establishment realistic. Fix leaks, drainage problems and traffic patterns that repeatedly damage the same ground. Protect existing grass from overgrazing and poaching. Prepare gates, trough areas and winter access before the wettest weather arrives.If you are still managing an active autumn flush, begin with our September horse paddock checklist. October is the point to become more selective: test before treating, repair only where establishment is realistic and protect the ground you will need through winter.

Finishing work on a cold day can be surprisingly awkward. Your horse may be hot and sweaty under the saddle, yet the air is cool enough for a damp coat to become uncomfortable once exercise stops. The aim is not to make the horse cold quickly. It is to bring breathing and body temperature back towards normal while helping moisture leave the coat.A sensible routine depends on the horse, the work completed, whether the coat is clipped, and the weather. Use the steps below as a practical framework, then adjust them to the individual in front of you.The short answerWalk your horse until breathing settles, remove tack promptly, deal with excess sweat, and use a breathable cooler if needed. Keep checking rather than placing a heavy rug over a hot or wet horse and walking away. Once the skin and coat are dry and the horse feels comfortably warm, change to the rug that suits the horse's normal management and the actual conditions.Why cooling down still matters in cold weatherWorking muscles continue to produce heat after the fast part of a session ends. If a horse stops suddenly, especially after canter work, jumping, hunting or fast hacking, breathing and circulation may still be elevated. At the same time, sweat trapped beneath tack or a thick winter coat can leave the horse wet for a long period.Cold air does not mean that a hot horse needs a heavy rug immediately. A thick or poorly breathable layer can hold heat and moisture against the skin. The British Horse Society describes a cooler as a thin, breathable rug used after exercise to help a sweaty horse dry without becoming chilled in cold weather. It also warns that a rug which is too warm can trap heat and make cooling harder.A step-by-step cold-weather cool-down1. Finish with active walkingBuild a cooling-off period into the end of the session. Walk in hand or under saddle until the horse's breathing is clearly settling and the horse is no longer blowing hard. The required time varies with fitness, workload, terrain, coat and temperature, so use the horse rather than the clock as your guide.If it is wet or windy, choose a sheltered place where possible. Do not leave a hot horse standing in a draught while you put equipment away.2. Remove tack and check the whole horseUntack promptly so heat and moisture can escape from beneath the saddle and girth. Check the chest, between the front legs, behind the elbows, under the saddle area and between the hind legs. These areas may remain damp even when the top of the coat looks dry.This is also a useful time to look for rubbing, heat, swelling, cuts or grit beneath tack. Keep clean towels, a sweat scraper and your usual horse grooming equipment close to the place where you untack.3. Remove excess moistureIf sweat is sitting on the coat, use a sweat scraper where appropriate and towel the horse, paying particular attention to clipped areas and places covered by tack. On a long winter coat, lifting and separating wet hair with a clean towel or grooming tool can help air circulate.Avoid vigorous grooming over sore skin or immediately after very demanding work. The job is to remove surface moisture and make the horse comfortable, not to polish the coat.4. Add a breathable cooler when it is usefulA cooler or fleece can help wick moisture away while protecting the horse from a cold breeze. Fit it over the horse once tack is off, then check underneath it regularly. If the cooler becomes wet, change it for a dry one rather than leaving saturated fabric against the coat.Do not assume that more layers are better. A hairy native that completed light work may dry comfortably with walking and towelling, while a fully clipped horse may need a cooler sooner. The horse should become drier and more comfortable, not continue sweating beneath the rug.5. Offer water and monitor recoveryMake fresh water available. Cold weather does not remove the need to replace fluid lost through sweat. Keep observing the horse's breathing, demeanour and movement while cooling. Recovery should progress steadily.If breathing remains unusually rapid, the horse seems distressed, uncoordinated or very lethargic, or anything about the recovery worries you, contact your vet. An abnormal or prolonged recovery should not be treated simply as a rugging problem.6. Change rugs only when the horse is readyBefore putting on a stable or turnout rug, check the skin rather than judging only the tips of the coat. Slide a hand behind the withers, over the shoulder and beneath the mane. The horse should feel comfortably warm and substantially dry, not hot, clammy or cold.Choose the final rug for that individual horse, its clip, condition, shelter and the forecast. Our horse rug weight guide explains the factors to consider, and you can compare our range of horse turnout rugs when a replacement is genuinely needed.Clipped and unclipped horses may dry differentlyA clipped coat usually holds less sweat, but it also provides less natural insulation once work stops. These horses often benefit from having a breathable cooler ready as soon as tack is removed. A thick, unclipped coat can take much longer to dry because moisture remains close to the skin, even when the surface begins to look fluffy.Neither coat type gives a fixed answer. Work intensity, wind, rain, age, body condition, health and access to shelter all change what the horse needs. Learn what normal recovery looks like for your horse and check rather than guessing.Common cold-weather cooling mistakes Stopping work abruptly: include a period of steady walking after harder exercise. Putting on a heavy rug too soon: this can trap heat and encourage further sweating. Leaving a wet cooler in place: replace it when it becomes saturated. Checking only the top of the coat: feel the skin and the areas beneath tack. Using the same routine for every horse: clip, fitness, health and weather all matter. Turning out while still hot or wet: wait for recovery and choose the final rug only after reassessing.A useful kit to keep ready A clean, well-fitting cooler or fleece rug One or two absorbent towels A sweat scraper suitable for the coat and conditions Clean grooming tools Fresh water A spare dry cooler for horses that sweat heavilyKeeping these items together saves time when daylight is fading and the yard is busy. Wash and dry coolers between uses so they remain effective and do not rub.Final check before you leaveBreathing should be settled, the horse should be alert and comfortable, and the skin beneath the coat should no longer feel hot or wet. Recheck later if the horse has been rugged, particularly when temperatures are changeable. Cold-weather care works best when the rug is treated as one part of the routine rather than the whole solution.For further horse-care guidance, see the British Horse Society advice on rugging and cooler rugs. This article gives general information and does not replace advice from your vet.