Horse owners call for a restriction on fireworks
H&H readers are campaigning for a restriction on fireworks in order to protect horses and wildlife. “Fireworks are now occurring at all times of the day and evening for many weeks during the autumn...
View ArticleIJF president John Francome: ‘the charity is here to help riders get back on...
The Injured Jockeys Fund (IJF) celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, and I’m thrilled that the charity has formed an association with Horse & Hound — a brand even more established than our...
View ArticleFizz Marshall’s therapy blog: in the Olympia spotlight
I’m writing this from Scotland, having made my annual migration north to visit my family. We hit a new record this year by having three consecutive versions of Christmas Day, such is logistical task of...
View ArticleHorse & Hound’s dressage quiz of the year
So how closely have you been following the world of dressage this year? H&H dressage editor, Alice Collins, has come up with this fun quiz to put you to the test. Good luck! How did you score? Post...
View ArticleHovis’ Friday diary: The Dr. Hovis hotline will be open shortly
Dear diary, So it’s New Years Day today! I’m writing this wwwaaaayyyyy before Christmas as apparently everyone isn’t back at work until Monday and was likely to be far too hungover to cope with my...
View ArticleDevil’s claw moved to FEI controlled substances list
Riders are warned to take care when using devil’s claw from next year if they are competing under FEI rules, as an active ingredient appears on the governing body’s controlled medication list for...
View Article9 things you didn’t know about event rider Kitty King
Siblings on TV, flowers and converted chicken farms — check out these fun facts about British event rider Kitty KingKitty King and Persimmon at the Blair European Eventing Championships 2015. Picture...
View ArticleHow to keep gastric ulcers at bay: simple 12-step plan *H&H VIP*
Richard Hepburn MRCVS outlines how to heal gastric ulcers and prevent their recurrenceYour horse has been diagnosed with gastric ulcers in the squamous tissue lining the top third of his stomach — so...
View ArticleNew equine welfare qualification launched
.The Horse Trust and Lantra Awards have launched the first qualification within the equine welfare sector. The level three diploma in Equine Legislation, Welfare and Field Skills is aimed at people...
View ArticleIs your stable yard ready for snow?
With record high temperatures this winter, snow is unlikely to be high on your list of worries. But there's no harm in being prepared, says Lottie ButlerHorses in the snowSnow on a crisp winter’s day...
View ArticleEmanuele Gaudiano takes opening class at Liverpool International amid high drama
Horse & Hound’s coverage of the Liverpool International Horse Show is brought to you in association with Equestrian.comThe inaugural Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show kicked the New...
View ArticleA grand prix debut aged 49 — and other remarkable personal firsts from 2015
Perseverance, ambition and enviable support teams enabled Horse & Hound readers to achieve goals in 2015 that a year ago might not have seemed possible. Take a look at these stories of remarkable...
View Article*BREAKING NEWS* Antello Z put down after Liverpool International injury
Cameron Hanley‘s 13-year-old Antello Z has been put down after suffering a serious injury in today’s 1.45m two-phase class at Equestrian.com Liverpool International Horse Show. Cameron posted to his...
View ArticlePeter Smyth triumphs in thrilling five-round puissance at Liverpool...
Horse & Hound’s coverage of the Liverpool International Horse Show is brought to you in association with Equestrian.com PETER SMYTH riding CAVALIER RUSTICANA during Puissance Show Jumping Class...
View Article‘Quick thinking’ rescuer reunited with ponies she saved *VIDEO*
A caring member of the public has been reunited with two ponies that she rescued from a road. Nellie and Napoleon were found by a farmer, abandoned and wandering on a road near Rotheram late one...
View Article6 exciting ex-racehorses for sale this week *PICTURES*
If you fancy a project, take a look at our selection of ex-racehorses for sale on the Horse & Hound website this week. 1. ‘RoR prospect’ Height: 15.2hh Age: eight Gender: gelding Selling points:...
View ArticlePammy Hutton: let’s start 2016 like we mean it *H&H VIP*
“You are never too old to set another goal or dream a new dream,” according to author CS Lewis. So on that note, 2016 needs stepping into with resolve to improve. Yes, the winter months are horrible,...
View ArticleUK equestrian sponsorship round-up
.Crabbie’s Liverpool International Horse Show has revealed that Crabbie’s will be a major sponsor of its inaugral event. The showjumping show runs from 1-3 January 2016 and features three days of...
View ArticleLooking for a new challenge in 2016? 9 steps to getting your first freestyle...
Freestyle dressage to music is fun and can showcase your horse’s strong points. It takes some time to get the right floorplan and music so don’t leave it to the last minute. Helen Triggs gives eight...
View ArticleNew crossing for riders following horse death
Riders in Surrey should be safer on the roads after the opening of a community-funded horse crossing earlier this month (14 December). Elmbridge borough councillor Mary Marshall worked tirelessly to...
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