Horse & Hound

Published by TI Media Limited Every week Horse & Hound brings horse lovers up-to-date with the latest news and event reports and provides expert equestrian advice on subjects including training and horse care, the latest equine products and feed. The weekly features inform and entertain inspiring readers to go out and ride to improve their horsemanship in every discipline from eventing to show jumping, dressage to showing, polo and hunting. It is also the must read for anyone wanting to buy or sell a horse.

A great example

Dujardin banned for a year after FEI video investigation • The FEI has announced the outcome of its investigation into the Olympian's training video

Olympic legacy riding centre to be sold despite concerns • Greenwich council has agreed to sell the venue without consulting British Equestrian or Sport England

HORSES IN THE NEWS

Irish horse census is first step in new traceability system • Anyone who does not complete the census is committing an offence, and may not be able to sell horses in future

IN BRIEF

Judge cites RSPCA's 'hidden agenda' after owner cleared • Vets said they told the charity there were no welfare issues involved

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

Racing works with experts and stats to improve horses' safety • The British industry is using advanced statistical techniques to try to prevent falls, injuries and fatalities in racing

GOOD WEEK BAD WEEK

And finally… fly high

LETTERS

H&H FROM THE ARCHIVES

Horse & Hound

'New whip rules are needed' • Graham Fletcher on Stockholm, whip rules and ongoing Brexit issues

Peder Fredricson • The Swedish flagbearer and four-time Olympic medallist tells Jennifer Donald about 2024's ups and downs, the key to social licence and silver linings

Shetland Pony Grand National organiser • Sebastian Garner on whittling down applicants, playing headmaster and the joy of watching Shetlands at full lick

'I arrived at JFK covered in hay' • Alan Davies on his early days as a hunt groom, the first time he flew horses across the Atlantic and how some things have never changed

Winter watering • Maintaining a horse's water intake is crucial, but can be tricky in the colder months. Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains why, and how to help

Perfect parcels • Many of us don't need or have time to run a vast estate, we just require enough land for turnout – besides a quality home for both horses and humans

Calm and focused • Check out these supplements, designed to help support your horse in stressful situations such as travelling or competition

Rocking their world • Rocking horses were once a common fixture in children's playrooms – or a charming trinket on a Christmas tree. Now, some are getting a new lease of life for grown-up enthusiasts, finds Liz Falkingham

Five facts on rocking horses

It's the thought that counts

Party time • From Whitaker vs Whitaker football matches to a hunting choir roaring carols, top riders know how to let their hair down at Christmastime. Netia Walker unearths the best festive parties

Winter wrapped up • With the long-range weather forecast suggesting a chilly winter ahead, how can equestrians prepare for the challenges of frost, ice and snow? Stephanie Bateman finds out

The winter first aid kit

Cold weather skincare

'Bravery, scope and absolute trust' • What makes the ultimate puissance horse? Jennifer Donald speaks to some successful riders to find out what it takes to clear the big red wall

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