Category: Horse News

A gift of $150,000 over three years from the Grand River Agricultural Society (GRAS) to Equine Guelph will initiate the partnership of a multi-year initiative to continue building and developing programs of value to the horse industry. The generous donation from the Grand River Agricultural Society will support important Equine Guelph programs in job training and educational pathways to careers. Initiatives undergoing further development and expansion will include: Equine JobTrack, the Large Animal Emergency Rescue program (LAER) and the EquiMania! youth program. Grand River has already been instrumental in the…

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Expert predicts how weather could impact Cheltenham winner Horse racing fans will no doubt be counting down the days until the start of the Cheltenham Festival. But which horses will triumph throughout the event? In this article, Ross O’Connor from MansionBet explains how the weather can impact a horse’s chances of success on the turf. One of the biggest events in any horse lover’s calendar is just around the corner. After a more subdued event in 2021 thanks to empty grandstands, the Cheltenham Festival is back with a bang this…

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Venue Confirmed for London International Horse Show 2022 Today, the Organising Committee for the London International Horse Show 2022 announced the location of this years event as work continues on the former home, Olympia. Following a successful move in 2021, the 2022 event will once again take place at ExCeL London from 15 to 19 December. The Show, which celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, had moved to the Royal Docks venue due to an extensive refurbishment programme being undertaken at the event’s previous home, London Olympia. However, visitors, competitors…

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“It broke her heart to part with them” Elderly Shetlands Embark on a New Life Three elderly Shetland Ponies, all in their thirties, have been rehomed at Remus Horse Sanctuary after their owner was struggling to look after them. Damson (38 years old) and mother of April (32 years old) and aunt to Mopsey (36 years old) will be loved and cared for at the Sanctuary and receive the required medication to manage their various ailments. At present the girls are in isolation whilst tests are being carried out to…

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An administrative judge has upheld the suspension of the veterinary license of Dr Jeff Blea who is the Equine Medical Director (EMD) of the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB). The same administrative judge, Nana Chin, has upheld her previous suspension of Blea’s license made during in an emergency hearing on December 24th, 2021. This latest ruling followed a hearing on Jan. 21 with a determination issued on Friday 28th January 2022. It was made public this Wednesday on the Department of Consumer Affairs website. There is yet to be a…

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McLain Ward Scoops $50,000 Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Round IV CSI4* International competition resumed Thursday, February 3, 2022, with athletes from across the globe setting up to challenge the track on the Derby Field at Equestrian Village. Week 4, sponsored by The Bainbridge Companies, is the second week of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) circuit to feature FEIl classes on the turf. The highlight event of the day was the $50,000 Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Round IV CSI4* which saw 65 of the world’s best combinations. Olympic team gold medalist McLain Ward (USA)…

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The FEI President has welcomed the announcement by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that Equestrian sport is officially confirmed in the Initial Sports Programme for Los Angeles 2028. The confirmation for inclusion in the LA 2028 Initial Sports Programme took place yesterday during the IOC session in Beijing (CHN), and followed the announcement by the IOC in December 2021 that equestrian sport was amongst the 28 sports proposed. “We are delighted with this confirmation, which is a glowing endorsement of the valuable contribution and legacy that equestrian sport brings to…

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Top Event Riders Head to HorseFest this July This July top event riders Mary King, Jonty Evans and Lydia Heywood will be among equestrian professionals heading to Cheshire-based event, HorseFest. When & Where: Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre, Cheshire – July 8 to 10 2022 HorseFest, presented by John Oates Horseboxes, is a fantastic new weekend festival designed to celebrate all things horse. Visitors will be able to watch, listen and learn from experts as the sport’s leading names will be on hand to answer questions. HorseFest will bring together a magical…

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Top 5 Dog Breeds To Be Around Horses Dogs and horses are herd species that like socializing with people and one another. These animals are very intelligent, meaning they respond well to training and can learn to live together harmoniously. However, some canine species are more compatible with horses than others. Here we look at the top five dog breeds that will get along well with your horses. 1. Golden Retriever The Golden Retriever is a happy-go-lucky dog breed that will keep you and your horses entertained. This breed adapts…

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Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian Organizer EEI Selects Mike Cooper as Interim Executive Director Lee Carter Leaves EEI to Become Executive Director of the Kentucky Horse Park Laura Holoubek Succeeds Cooper as EEI President Equestrian Events Inc. (EEI), organizer of the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™, has selected Mike Cooper (pictured below) to serve as Interim Executive Director, replacing Lee Carter who is leaving EEI to become Executive Director of the Kentucky Horse Park. The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, which returns…

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Pony dumped on a landfill site acts as stark reminder to horse owners to check their animal’s identity details As the equine welfare charity’s first rescue of the year, it is hoped the pony’s brush with danger will act as a reminder to all horse owners to keep their animal’s identity details up to date. Executive Director of Equine Welfare Emma Carter said: It’s not unusual for us to be called to ponies or horses who may have escaped from their field. A quick check for a microchip and we…

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A woman from Bishop’s Stortford has been disqualified from keeping horses for 10 years after admitting to allowing two horses to suffer. Claire Kathleen Hollis (D.O.B 22/09/1985) of no fixed address appeared at Colchester Magistrate’s Court and admitted one offence under section 4 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006. During the hearing on Wednesday last week (19 January) the court heard the RSPCA was contacted in February 2021 by welfare officers from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. They raised concerns for the welfare of two horses known as Peps and Rupert, who…

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ASMAR Equestrian Launch Silicone Grip Riding Leggings Fashion-led lifestyle brand, ASMAR Equestrian, has launched a new product that joins their exciting range of rider-led clothing and accessories. The Silicone Grip Riding Leggings boast UPF50 sun protection, alongside a quick-drying moisture system material for comfort in and out of the saddle. Available in full seat or knee patch silicone, the fabric is exquisitely soft and designed to move with you where you want and hold you in where you need. Top features include: Flattering double waistband designed to shape, contour and…

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Equine Quality of Life research undertaken with support of welfare organisations How to assess an equine’s quality of life is a highly debated topic yet lacks scientific agreement on how it’s best carried out. A recently published report on an equine Quality of Life (QoL) project lays the foundation for effective measurement of this difficult to assess issue and should positively influence future horse welfare. During 2021, students from a number of institutions throughout the UK took part in an Advancing Equine Scientific Excellence (AESE) project; through the Quality of…

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HorseFest THE Exciting New Outdoor Summer Festival for Horse Lovers launches at Kelsall Hill EC in July 2022! HorseFest, a NEW summer festival for horse lovers launching in 2022, has scooped residency at one of Cheshire’s elite equestrian Centres, Kelsall Hill. Running from 8-10th July, HorseFest, presented by John Oates Horseboxes, is a fantastic new weekend festival designed to celebrate all things horse! HorseFest will bring together a magical mix of equestrian experts, elite riders and horse owners, to learn, have fun and create special memories over a summer weekend.…

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A look ahead to the Cheltenham Festival The Cheltenham Festival is one of the biggest events on the horse racing calendar. Each year, racing fans enjoy four days of glorious horse racing. The event takes place at Cheltenham racecourse, considered the home of Jump racing. This year, the festival begins on 15th March and ends on 18th March. More than £4.5 million in prize money is up for grabs. The popularity of the Cheltenham festival There’s absolutely no denying the popularity of the festival, an event which has seen all…

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Irish see off strong challenge from UAE for first-leg victory in Abu Dhabi Written by by Louise Parkes Hosts and Saudi Arabia qualify for Longines Final 2022 Team Ireland came out on top in the first clash of the 10-leg Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup 2022 series at Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates today. But the hosts chased them every inch of the way to finish a close second ahead of Great Britain in third place. As Irish Chef d’Equipe, Michael Blake, said afterwards the competition turned into…

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Everything you need to know about the Cheltenham Festival The Cheltenham Festival is the grand event for jumping races in the United Kingdom (UK). It has a total of 28 races across four days. This is where the best horses, jockeys, and trainers go head to head to see who are the best athletes of the season. The event is set on Cheltenham Racecourse at Prestbury Park. It is scheduled from 15 March (Tuesday) to 18 March (Friday) with at least one featured race on each day. Ticket sales, hospitality,…

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A11 ponies doing well after tragic road accident Two ponies rescued from the scene of an accident that resulted in the death of a third pony on the A11 in Suffolk last week are doing well in Redwings’ care. Mariah and Carey, as they’ve been named, came into the charity last Tuesday (11th January). Very sadly, another pony – thought to be Carey’s mum – was killed after getting onto the road and being hit by a vehicle. Mariah and Carey were secured in a neighbouring field by police who…

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GoFundMe Appealer Gibson Banned from Keeping Animals Margarite Geraldine Gibson, a licensed donkey operator in Yorkshire has been banned from keeping animals for life after pleading guilty to four animal welfare offenses when she appeared before Scarborough Magistrates’ Court last week (Jan 12). Gibson, (d.o.b 16/10/1945), of Netherby Close, Sleights, Whitby, who ran Whitby Donkeys on the local beach, was found by The RSPCA and The Donkey Sanctuary with 25 animals in poor conditions. Gibson told Inspector Little she had struggled with veterinary care and farrier treatment due to Covid 19. This…

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One of H&C’s most popular shows, “Daisy Dines With” welcomes Olympic showjumping superstar Ben Maher in the latest episode! The “Daisy Dines With” show, available on H&C+, offers a unique insight into the lives and times of equestrian legends. The latest episode, Ben Maher, is no exception. In a wide-ranging interview with presenter Daisy Bunn, Ben shares never-before-heard details of his victory with Explosion W in Tokyo and what it’s like to be drug-tested at your own wedding! In a break with the normal format of the show, Ben acknowledges…

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Haygain announced as British Dressage Official Partner Haygain has announced its renewed alliance with British Dressage, elevating the brand to ‘official partner’ status. The renewal comes after the brand announced further partnerships with British Show Jumping and British Eventing, all aligned through the new corporate partnership with British Equestrian. Haygain’s mission of tending to the well-being of the horse strongly aligns with the values of British Dressage and its stewardship of the sport.  By participating in affiliated competition and training, over 17,000 British Dressage members are assured of fair play…

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