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Three horses killed in stable fire
Three horses have died in a stable fire in East Sussex. The fire broke out in a barn in Robin Post Lane, Hailsham, just before 2am on Tuesday (1 December). Tack worth around £45,000 and a number of...
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8 things your trainer will never tell you, but you really need to know
Finding the ideal trainer to suit you and your horse can be a challenge, but once you’ve found the right one, there are some simple things you can do to ensure the relationship works as well as...
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Farewell to the horse world’s great and good: Peter Willett
H&H reports the passing of individuals who have made a significant contribution to the horse world. Funerals and memorial details will be included where possible Credit: RACINGFOTOS.COM Horse &...
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Shocking statistics show horses’ sexual assault risk is on the rise
Library imageHorses are at an increasing risk of sexual assault in Switzerland, warn experts. According to figures there was a record 1,709 cases of animal cruelty in the country last year — with at...
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Feeling festive? Here are the ’12 Days of Horse-mas’
The “12 Days of Christmas” is a classic, the story of a lover giving an increasingly bizarre set of Christmas gifts to his girlfriend, presumably intended to woo her, but almost certainly just...
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Olympic transfer deadline looms
guy williams TitusOwners looking to secure new horses ahead of the 2016 Rio Olympics have until 15 January next year to complete the deal. The “transfer window” of December is usually a busy time...
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Darren Edwards: The arrival of the pointing season and its weather *H&H VIP*
The realisation that the new season is upon us hit me two weeks ago when Storm Barney blew through. I’d already taken the first phone call: “I have an unraced five-year-old for you to school… it’s...
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Last outstanding Hunting Act case against registered hunt collapses
There are now no registered hunts with Hunting Act cases outstanding against them after the final case collapsed today (Thursday 3 December). A case against the Lamerton Hunt collapsed three days into...
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10 equestrian charity calendars for 2016
Keep track of all your horsey appointments — and support a good cause — with one of these charity calendars for 2016. 1. Redwings Horse Sanctuary An A4 calendar featuring photos of the charity’s...
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Fantastic Christmas gift ideas for everyone *Promotion*
If you're looking for Christmas gift inspiration, then these great offers from Horse & Hound's partners may be exactly what you are looking for
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FEI stands firm as riders back new Global Champions League
Scott Brash on Hello Sanctos. Picture by Stefano Grasso/LGCTThe FEI is standing firm in its fight against the new Global Champions League showjumping series. Today (Thursday, 3 December) FEI president...
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7 dreams every amateur event rider has had (and why the reality doesn’t quite...
It’s sad, but Yogi Breisner didn’t really call to tell you you’re off to Rio and your hopeless home-bred hasn’t become a four-star horse overnightbadminton tophies trophy1. You’re galloping round the...
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Owners pay tribute to show pony ‘of a lifetime’
A top show pony has died aged 25. Murrum Park Phantom has been described as the “pony of a lifetime” by owners Amanda Marfleet and her daughter Kate. Phanty, by Rotherwood Footlights, was born in...
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Hovis’ Friday diary: Going down in history as the horse that could be seen...
Dear diary, It’s that time of year again, the time that strikes fear into the hearts of self-respecting horses across the land, the time that makes grown geldings cower in fear. What could make such a...
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Euthanasia around the world: ‘quality of life should be the priority’
Cultural and religious barriers can be overcome to allow horses to be euthanised humanely throughout the world according to equine proffesionals. In the UK and Ireland it is the responsibility of the...
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Friday fun quiz: test your knowledge of this week’s equestrian news
Do you pride yourself in keeping up to speed with the latest equestrian news as it breaks? If so, then test how up to date you really are with our fun online quiz based on the stories published by...
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BBC red button cuts: a threat to equestrian sport *H&H VIP*
Louisa Lockwood and Ballyfarris FlightEquestrian sport on television could be further reduced if the BBC closes its red button service. The organisation is exploring options as part of £150m of cuts,...
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Scott Brash: ‘I’m still hungry for success’
Ahead of CHI Geneva next week (10-13 December), the world number one talks about his experiences since his Grand Slam triumph in September, his top horse Hello Sanctos and why his employees always...
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New mountain and moorland class at HOYS
A new championship for junior riders will be held at Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) in 2016 to prevent them from being “stifled” by adults. The junior mountain and moorland (M&M) ridden pony of the...
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Equine charities rescue more than 40 horses before they start to suffer
More than 40 horses have been removed by equine charities in a rescue operation designed to prevent the horses from suffering this winter. World Horse Welfare, the RSPCA, Redwings Horse Sanctuary and...
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