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Summer concerns

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

Common summer conditions to look out for

How to prevent and treat them

MEET THE EXPERT

SARAH HUNTER is an equine vet at Clevedale Vets in North Yorkshire. She graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, London in 2012 and is currently working towards a certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring her local area through riding and running.

LAMENESS

Although we are all keen to get out and about riding as much as possible at this time of year, it is important to build up the exercise intensity gradually to reduce the risk of injury to your horse.

During dry periods in the summer, the ground can become hard, making injuries more likely if a lot

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