Horse Care & Health

Everything you need to keep your horse healthy, comfortable and performing at their best. The iRide EQ team covers grooming routines, seasonal care, injury prevention, recovery, nutrition and more — all written by people who actually ride and care for horses in Australia.

Written for Australian conditionsOur advice accounts for the unique demands of Australia's climate, seasons and terrain.
Backed by real experienceJames Alcott, our Horse Health & Care writer, brings 15+ years of hands-on equine experience to every article.
Practical, not theoreticalWe focus on what actually works in the yard and paddock — no fluff, no filler.
Links to products we stockEvery recommendation links to gear you can buy today at iRide EQ, shipped fast across Australia.
Horse Care & Health — iRide EQ

Latest Articles

Horse wormer paste on a stable door with seasonal calendar concept carousel:horse-health
Oct 05, 2026· James Alcott

Horse Worming Schedule Australia: Seasonal Worming Calendar Explained

Quick answer: A horse worming schedule in Australia should be driven by faecal egg counts (FECs), not a...

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Top 10 hoof care essentials for Australian horses carousel-heading:Hoof-Care-Essentials
Oct 04, 2026· James Alcott

Top 10 Hoof Care Essentials for 2026-2027

If you've ever watched a horse go lame from a hoof abscess that brewed overnight in wet pasture,...

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Horse grooming kit with brushes, hoof pick, shampoo and organiser bag on stable surface carousel-heading:Grooming-Brushes-and-Essentials
Oct 02, 2026· James Alcott

Top 10 Horse Grooming Kit Essentials 2026-2027

Every horse owner I know has their own version of "the kit" — that canvas bag or plastic...

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Warmblood vs thoroughbred conformation comparison for tack fitting carousel:horse-rugs-accessories
Sep 28, 2026· James Alcott

Warmblood vs Thoroughbred Tack Fit: Rug, Boot and Bridle Sizing

Quick answer: Warmbloods and thoroughbreds overlap in height but carry their frames very differently, and that changes what...

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Horse being rugged in spring with a light cotton sheet in a sunny Australian paddock carousel:horse-rugs-accessories
Sep 21, 2026· James Alcott

Horse Rug Temperature Guide: Spring Transition Australia

Quick answer: Most Australian horses don't need a rug until temperatures drop below 5°C. Spring's variable weather —...

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Horse mane being groomed and detangled in preparation for show braiding braiding
Sep 13, 2026· James Alcott

Show-Ready Mane and Tail Care: Detangling and Braiding Preparation

Quick answer: Get your horse's mane and tail show-ready by saturating tangles with a quality detangler, working from...

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Australian horse shedding its winter coat during spring grooming carousel-heading:Spring-Grooming-Essentials
Sep 09, 2026· James Alcott

How to Shed Your Horse's Winter Coat Fast: Aussie Spring Grooming

Quick answer: You cannot force a horse to shed its winter coat overnight, and aggressive scraping is more...

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Horse in Australian spring pasture for a laminitis prevention guide Australia
Aug 30, 2026· James Alcott

Spring Pasture Management: Protecting Your Horse from Laminitis

Quick answer: Spring pasture can raise laminitis risk for horses that are overweight, have had laminitis before, or...

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Horse hoof abscess treatment and Tubbease hoof boot care Australia
Aug 28, 2026· James Alcott

How to Soak a Horse's Hoof Abscess: The Complete Tubbease Boot Guide

Quick answer: A hoof abscess can cause sudden, severe lameness, so a veterinarian or qualified farrier should assess...

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Equine first aid kit arranged beside a horse in an Australian stable Australia
Aug 20, 2026· James Alcott

Horse First Aid Kit Essentials for Australian Riders

Quick answer: A useful horse first aid kit should help you assess a problem, control minor bleeding, clean...

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Horse being prepared with a pre-competition grooming routine for show day in Australia Australian equestrian
Aug 14, 2026· James Alcott

Pre-Competition Grooming Routine for Show Day

Quick answer: Start show-day grooming early, keep the routine calm, and focus on a clean, comfortable horse rather...

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Jul 27, 2026· James Alcott

Horse Jumping Boots — The Complete Buyers Guide Australia

Quick answer: Show jumping? Tendon boots in front, brushing or sports boots behind. Everyday schooling? Brushing boots all...

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Budget horse supplements Australia — affordable equine nutrition and coat health supplements carousel-heading:Shop-Budget-Horse-Supplements
Jul 14, 2026· James Alcott

Budget Horse Supplements Australia — What Actually Works & What's Worth Skipping

Quick answer: The most cost-effective horse supplements in Australia are joint support, magnesium, and quality hoof supplements —...

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Horse grooming Australia — essential tools and techniques for Australian climate conditions carousel-heading:Shop-Horse-Grooming-101
Jul 12, 2026· James Alcott

Horse Grooming 101: Australian Climate Tips and Essential Care Routines

Quick answer: Regular grooming keeps your horse healthy, comfortable and looking sharp. In Australia's hot, dusty climate, a...

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Horse worming schedule Australia 2026 — vet and owner complete parasite control guide Australia
Jul 10, 2026· James Alcott

Horse Worming in Australia — A Complete Schedule Guide (2026)

Quick answer: Australian horses should be wormed every 8-12 weeks as a baseline, but the best approach is...

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