"Won't they get fat? Isn't turnout risky?" These are common questions Sue Dyson hears again and again from worried owners and yard managers. New research from 56 international dressage and show jumping horses tells a different story - one where free forage, turnout and the chance to touch another horse don't cause obesity or injury, but do make for calmer, happier, better-performing horses.

Dr Sue Dyson looks at recent research that suggests that the idea of moody mares is far more myth than reality

Dr Sue Dyson looks at recent research on whether coaches are able to detect hindlimb lameness in horses and why this is an important skill to have to ensure the welfare of the horse.