6-year-old rider knocked unconscious after pony spooked by dirt bike
A child has been treated in hospital after his pony was spooked by a dirt bike. Six-year-old Jake Marriner was hacking on his pony, Molly, in Surrey last month (19 January). A dirt bike approached “at...
View Article5 tips for being a top coach
David Kearney is a teaching professional and mentor to many professional and amateur golfers, as well as being a showjumper’s cousin. He gave a talk at the International Eventing Forum (1 February...
View ArticleTest your knowledge: the horse’s digestive system
Illustration is not to scale.All horse owners should be familiar with the golden rules of feeding and watering, but how good is your knowledge of all things related to your horse’s digestive system?...
View Article‘It was the biggest thrill I have ever felt’: youth scheme graduate rides in...
The first graduate of a pony racing scheme for horseless youngsters has made her point-to-point debut. Annabel Willis, 16, was one of the first teenagers to graduate from the Pony Racing Authority’s...
View ArticlePony with ‘horrific leg wounds’ making promising recovery *warning graphic...
A pony that was found dumped with horrific leg wounds is making a good recovery. The pony, a nine-month old filly named Elsa, was dumped on Follingsby Lane, Tyne and Wear, on 13 January with extensive...
View ArticleHorse owner unimpressed with family’s £2,000 holiday selfie
The owner of a horse who starred in a prize-winning competition is outraged that the photographer didn’t ask her permission. Thirty-one-year-old David Bellis, from Prestatyn, took a selfie with his...
View Article8 must-have cross-country riding tips from Lucinda Green
Improve your cross-country skills with advice from the six-time Badminton winner — from being flexible with bits to making sure your horse sees the fence1. A strong contact is difficult for the horse...
View ArticleUAE endurance rides ‘postponed’ with no explanation
Five endurance rides in the UAE due to be staged in the next few days were announced as “postponed” last night (Tuesday 2 February), as worldwide outrage over the horse welfare crisis continues to...
View ArticleNational Stud in lockdown after equine herpes outbreak
A highly infectious equine virus has been identified at the National Stud in Newmarket, leading to a precautionary closure of the main stud. The neurological herpes virus infection, that is known to...
View ArticleThe ultimate yard workout for horse owners
Who needs a gym membership when you have a horse? You can improve your cardio and strength without even leaving the yard. Elements of this little routine* might sound familiar… Warm-up We know we have...
View ArticleIs your horse too hot in his rug? There’s an app for that
New technology launched this year could soon beam vital statistics about your horse directly to your smartphone. Horseware Ireland has developed a temperature and humidity monitor that is designed to...
View ArticleRichard Johnson: All I had to do was steer *H&H VIP*
Smad Place was an impressive winner of the BetBright Trial Chase Cheltenham on Saturday and I was lucky to pick up the spare ride, as his regular jockey Wayne Hutchinson was injured. Someone else’s...
View ArticleYour ‘Best of British’ event: 7 reasons we love Burghley Horse Trials
When we asked you to vote for your 'Best of British' event, Burghley came out on top — a beacon at the end of the season, where spectators can bask in the glory of the house as they watch the elite of...
View ArticleScientists make breakthrough in equine tendon research
A breakthrough in tendon research has taken the veterinary world a step closer to better understanding injuries. Researchers from Queen Mary University of London and the University of Liverpool have...
View ArticlePolice horse injured by broken bottle thrown at football match
A police horse was left with a three-inch cut after bottles and stones were thrown by troublemakers at football match. Members of the Thames Valley Police (TVP) mounted section, were attacked by fans...
View ArticleThe best of British *Promotion*
Advertisment Feature Let’s celebrate some of the iconic and innovative brands whose strong British heritage is helping them produce cutting-edge products: Champion Proud to be a Champion of British...
View ArticleFarewell to the horse world’s great and good: Dr Jaromir Oulehla
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 Dr Oulehla was the president of the...
View ArticleCharlotte Dujardin knocked off world number one spot
Dressage’s golden girl Charlotte Dujardin has been knocked off the number one spot in the FEI rankings, after a 30-month reign. German rider Kristina Bröring-Sprehe and Desperados FRH (pictured, below)...
View Article14 things that will make you feel old
Lucinda Green and Village Gossip badminton 15 April 1978Things have changed a lot in the horse world in the past 25 years or so. Technical rugs, complete feeds and internet shopping were amongst the...
View ArticleRSPCA appeal for information about pony ‘struggling to walk’
The RSPCA in Wales is appealing for information about a pony was found “struggling to walk”. The injured pony was found by a dog walker on 14 January in “terrible” state near Parc Cwm Darran in...
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