Research finds over half horses studied had mouth lesions after cross-country
The research queried whether “sex-based stereotypes” may be behind the increased number of lesions seen in mares
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Riders’ frustration at council’s beach-riding restrictions
Local riders had also proposed other solutions to the problem, including horse permits, as well as suggesting moving a bridleway further towards a quieter end of the beach
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Enjoy a virtual feast of donkeys — on International Carrot Day
The special production is a follow-up to a series of successful events last year, which won the Donkey Sanctuary the award for the best audience engagement campaign at the 2020 UK Social Media Awards
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Showjumpers unite to support those affected by equine herpes outbreak
“Despite these desperately distressing times, it has been heartwarming to see in practice what we all know to be true: that in our sport, the welfare of the horse comes first, no matter the circumstances”
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Rider who spent six months in hospital after fall campaigns on safety equipment
The rider spent three weeks in a coma after the hacking fall
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Boy Scouts roll up sleeves to help equine therapy for military veterans
The not-for-profit organisation was established in 2016 and invites military veterans and first responders to attend clinics where they learn from experts how to work with horses
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Police stop 30 drivers for passing horses inappropriately in safety campaign
Officers also stopped five people to praise them for the way they had driven past the horses
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Record-breaking 77-year-old pilot to take on epic ‘Donkathon’
The fundraising trip, which will start at North Moreton in Oxfordshire on 25 June, will take in 27 stops and cover an average eight miles a day
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British breeding comes together to support mental health in Matthew Wright’s memory
Matthew, who was open about his mental health struggles, died last month, and was well known in breeding circles as he stood three stallions at his Caunton Manor Stud, in partnership with his wife Victoria
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Brash is back in business — British combination impress in Doha *H&H Plus*
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Insurance warning as three-hour summer storm causes £700,000 damage
“So many people begrudge paying insurance and go for the cheaper option and don’t have the correct level but we would have been bankrupt if we hadn’t have been covered”
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Ambassadors sought to help raise strangles awareness and end stigma
The annual Strangles Awareness Week takes place 3-9 May and aims to provide owners, yard managers, vets and equine professionals with a platform to share their own stories and promote support for those affected by the disease
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John Whitaker enjoys grand prix success: ‘It was a good feeling finally to win a class with this horse’ *H&H Plus*
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Hackney stallion thought to be oldest of his breed in the country celebrates 34th birthday
“He’s still got it, love him, every now and then you see him trotting up the field and you think ‘he can’t half shift’”
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British showjumping ‘tours’ added to 2021 calendar
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Flagship endurance ride off as sport prepares to restart
“There is a great deal of excitement and momentum building for the 2021 season and we are anticipating a bumper year for the sport”
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Covid brings opportunities for young showjumping rider
“Robyn’s dreams all came true at once as she was getting incredible training every day, riding amazing talented horses and learning to showjump to a higher standard”
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Nine-year-old inspired by Captain Sir Tom raises hundreds to help save riding school
“She had been following Captain Sir Tom Moore’s story and she was devastated when he died and said she wanted to do something like he had”
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Groom gets the message out after public feeding causes ponies to colic
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Medical alert dogs take advantage of lockdown for equine-related training
The puppies are being trained to support children who have diabetes
