{"id":5863,"date":"2020-09-08T12:50:52","date_gmt":"2020-09-08T12:50:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petz.co.uk\/?page_id=5863"},"modified":"2026-03-20T21:11:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T21:11:46","slug":"horse","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.petz.uk\/horse\/","title":{"rendered":"Horses \u2014 The Complete UK Horse Guide 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\ud83d\udc34 Horses \u2014 The Complete UK Horse Guide 2026<\/h1>\n

With around 800,000 horses in the UK, equine ownership is a significant commitment \u2014 both emotionally and financially. Whether you’re considering your first horse, managing livery, or looking for expert health guidance, our horse hub connects you to everything you need.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

800k<\/div>
UK horses<\/div><\/div>
\u00a35k+\/yr<\/div>
Annual cost<\/div><\/div>
25-30yr<\/div>
Average lifespan<\/div><\/div>
\u00a33.5bn<\/div>
UK equine industry<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Our equine content is reviewed by veterinary professionals with equine experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc34 All Horse Guides (5)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Browse our full collection of expert guides, care sheets, and buying advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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