Category: horse News

Sophie Callahan named 13th in ‘Top 100 Photography Blogs in the UK’, by Feedspot Specialist equine portrait photographer and country lifestyle blogger, Sophie Callahan, has been named 13th in a comprehensive list of the Top 100 Photography Blogs in the UK, by Feedspot, and is the only equine photographer to be included. The awards were judged by an expert panel, who looked at each blog’s Google reputation, their influence and popularity on social media, as well as the quality and consistency of the posts found on the blog. Sophie’s blog…

Charlotte Mitchell Joins SPILLERS team as Thoroughbred Nutritionist Charlotte Mitchell, a former professional flat jockey, has joined the SPILLERS team as Thoroughbred Nutritionist. Charlotte, who will cover the East of the UK, will bring a wealth of knowledge and practical understanding of nutrition with her to the role. Charlotte was a professional flat jockey for 11 years. In the UK and UAE she rode 50 winners from around 1,000 rides. Prior to this she gained an Equine Science (BSc Hons) Degree at Hartpury College and used this education during her time…

Natasha Baker Finds Horse of her Dreams Natasha Baker, 5 time Paralympic dressage champion, has finally found her dream horse and one capable of competing at the World Equestrian Games later this year after a year of intense searching. The chestnut mare, nicknamed “Diva” hails from the same breeder as multiple Olympic dressage champion Charlotte Dujardin’s top horse. A year on from starting her search Natasha has taken on the lease of ‘Mount St John Diva Dannebrog’. Diva is a 9 year old, 16.2hh Hanoverian chestnut mare by Don Schufro from the…

BETA Safety Week 2018 – New Initiative for Highlighting Rider Safety The British Equestrian Trade Association is putting rider safety firmly in the spotlight with the launch of a new annual initiative to highlight the importance of safety gear that is correctly fitted and fastened – and up to standard! BETA Safety Week 2018 will run from 28 April to 6 May and is being supported by some of the sport’s leading equestrians, including event rider William Fox-Pitt and jockeys Mattie Batchelor and Marc Goldstein, aka Wocket Woy & The…

Exciting Speakers and Contributors confirmed for The Pony Club Conference 2018 The 2018 Pony Club Conference is delighted to announce this year’s event will be held at Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, on Monday 5th March 2018. The main theme will be growing membership, people and the business with great speakers to inspire and motivate the whole Pony Club Community to work together for a thriving future. Those to speak at the 2018 Pony Club Conference include: Claire Lomas MBE, campaigner, fundraiser, adventurer and former event rider Rory Bremner, Impressionist, satirist…

Nayel Madden’s Cross Country Trip More Than Worthwhile By Catie Staszak Two years ago, Nayel Nassar (EGY) won the World Cup qualifier at Thermal (USA) with his then 12-year-old Hanoverian gelding Lordan. In 2018, the partnership returned to form with a second victory in the desert, as the duo won the $100,000 Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Thermal, the final leg of the west coast sub league of the North American League. Six combinations cleared the Alan Wade (IRL) designed track in the first round, and all produced a second…

Adrienne Lyle Captures Five-Star Win in Week Five at 2018 Adequan Global Dressage Festival Adrienne Lyle and Salvino improved on their Grand Prix performance from Thursday to ride an error-free test and win the Grand Prix Special CDI5*, presented by CaptiveOne Advisors, on Saturday, February 10, at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF). Lyle and 11-year-old Salvino cruised to victory with 75.319%, representing a new personal best high score for the pair. The top three in the class represented a clean podium sweep for the U.S.A. in the fifth week…

Laura Graves Unleashes Phenomenal New Freestyle in Five Star Week at 2018 Adequan Global Dressage Festival Laura Graves’ brand new freestyle rocketed her and Verdades to the top of the list in the Grand Prix Freestyle CDI5*, presented by CaptiveOne Advisors. The 30-year-old American scooped the $35,400 winner’s prize under the lights in week five of the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, Florida. In front of a packed grandstand and VIP pavilions, Sweden’s Tinne Vilhelmson-Silfvén was second, with local rider Shelly…

New Guidelines offer fresh perspective on management protocols for Equine Glandular Gastric Disease New evidence-based guidelines on the management of equine glandular gastric disease (EGGD) are a giving fresh perspective on this complex condition and have underlined its distinct differences from “gastric ulcers”. The guidelines, which were published this month in the new equine veterinary journal UK Vet: Equine, could help improve management of the condition in practice. About Equine Glandular Gastric Disease Equine glandular gastric disease is a complex syndrome that is distinct from gastric ulceration. A number of…

Horse Health Week – Helping to Keep Britain’s Horses Healthy Horse Health Week returns this March as part of MSD Animal Health’s ‘Keeping Britain’s Horses Healthy’(KBHH) campaign. The week long event beginning on 5 March, will focus on ‘doing the best for my horse’, encouraging horse owners and vets to advocate preventive healthcare measures. Vicki Farr, MSD Animal Health’s equine veterinary adviser says, “We want to champion preventive health care. Being proactive and working with your vet on steps to protect your horse against illness is the best way to…

British Eventing announce rule change on rider falls and medical checks British Eventing have announced a rule change following continued monitoring of concussion research and Head Injury Assessment Guidelines and consultation with healthcare professions. The Chief Medical Officers for BE and the FEI and British Eventing Officials and Organisers, have implemented the rule that any competitor falling during their dressage test or on course of the show jumping or cross country phase will be eliminated and not allowed to continue on course. The rule change follows feedback from stakeholders, including…

Laura Graves Extends Her Unbeaten Streak in Week Five at 2018 Adequan Global Dressage Festival Laura Graves dominated the Grand Prix CDI5* (the qualifier for the freestyle), presented by CaptiveOne Advisors, on a sweltering day in week five of the Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, Florida. The American rider, who is ranked fourth in the world, came close to the magic 80% once again on Verdades, scoring 79.543% — 6% more than Tinne Vilhelmson-Silfvén in second place. Graves and the 16-year-old…

Top Five Diseases Reported via 2017 National Equine Health Survey The National Equine Health Survey is the only survey dedicated to looking at the overall health of horses, donkeys and mules in the UK. Ran by the Blue Cross, the survey is also supported by Dodson  Horrell, Zoetis and is ran in partnership with BEVA. Each year horse owners are asked to register their interest and take part in the Survey that takes place in May. The conclusion of which highlights the most common diseases affecting our animals. The top…

Survey highlights dental disease in UK horses  Zoetis UK today announced that results from the latest National Equine Health Survey show that dental disease is a significant problem for horses in the UK. Of the horses included in the survey 5.4% were suffering from trouble with their teeth and dental disease was the sixth most frequently recorded individual disease syndrome in the survey.1 The results suggest horses in the UK commonly have dental abnormalities and reiterate the importance of raising awareness of equine dental disease. In another veterinary study, dental…

Stunning Turnaround for Foco Loco W in Opening Day of Week Five at 2018 Adequan Global Dressage Festival The FEI Grand Prix CDI3*, presented by Wellington Equestrian Realty, marked a watershed moment for the winner, the Dominican Republic’s Yvonne Losos de Muñiz. Her performance with Foco Loco W was worlds apart from their 2016 Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) experience at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, Florida, where they were eliminated in their first grand prix test. The stunning turnaround highlighted the first day of the fifth…

British Dressage celebrate 20 Years 2018 is a huge year for British Dressage, not only are they unveiling new Championships, sending super seniors and paras to the World Equestrian Games, developing the U21 international teams, launching the BD Youth strategy and focusing on building better foundations for their grassroots riders, but it’s also the official 20th anniversary. To celebrate the occasion, British Dressage will be holding numerous events throughout the year, with exciting opportunities for all members to get involved in. FREE MEMBERSHIP, will also be up for grabs to…

British Equestrian Federation appoints Nick Fellows as Chief Executive The British Equestrian Federation (BEF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Fellows as its new Chief Executive. Currently the Chief Executive of Clay Pigeon Shooting Association (CPSA), Nick brings a wealth of experience and knowledge of Olympic and community sport, having worked with British Shooting; the British Olympic Association, as head of the Olympic Medical Institute; and as Interim Director for Bucks and Milton Keynes County Sports Partnership. He has also worked in media as a manager for Newsquest…

Appeal for funds for recovering horse found close to death on New Year’s Eve A young horse who was found exhausted and fighting for his life on New Year’s Eve in a field in Ashford, Kent has pulled through against the odds and is recovering in RSPCA care.   When youngster Adie was discovered by a dog walker alone in a field, collapsed and freezing, his future was bleak, but thankfully one month things are looking up for the plucky pony and an appeal has been created to help with…

Childeric Saddles Roadshow is Coming to a Venue Near You! Childeric Saddles are not only innovators in beautiful & bespoke saddle design, but the UK technical team are currently sweeping the UK with their revolutionary ‘Childéric Experience Roadshow’. The events, throughout the coming months, bring together top professional riders and well-respected equestrian names with the opportunity to train and ride in the extensive collection of saddle models. Each event has been carefully created by Childéric UK to give riders a unique training experience while trying out one of their saddles,…

Daniel Coyle Cruises to First Longines Victory in Wellington Americans Hold Steady in Race to Paris By Catie Staszak Daniel Coyle (IRL) didn’t let up from start to finish, and the 23-year-old swiftly earned the first World Cup qualifier victory of his young career at the $220,000 Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Wellington (USA) aboard Ariel Grange’s Cita. Jumping on the expansive grass field at the Jacobs family’s Deeridge Farms, Coyle mastered a large, technical track designed by fellow Irishman Alan Wade. Only five of the 40 competitors qualified for…

This Month We Love – Stable Yard Equipment As one season draws to a close, you may choose this time to look at replacing old and damaged stable yard equipment.  We decided to compile an overview of some great yard tools to set you up for the months to come… Once the winter is underway, you may be thinking of a one off spring clean once it’s all over. Maintenance at this time of year is key to keeping your stable yard in great condition all year round. Hang those…

Powerful Season of Top Sport As 2018 LGCT and GCL Calendar Revealed 2018 will see a formidable line up of 17 events across continents as the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) and GCL circuit expands to bring top-level show jumping to new venues. The sophisticated Riviera resort of Ramatuelle/Saint Tropez will this summer join the international parade of unique destinations, including some of the world’s foremost capital cities. And each of the 16 events of the regular season will be part of a thrilling countdown to spectacular new Global Champions…

Equestrian Charity Bring You ‘Cocktails, Canapés & Comedy’ On 24th April 2018 equestrian charity, The Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund (MDIRF), are presenting an evening of cocktails, canapés and comedy with award-winning comedian, Rory Bremner headlining this very special one-off London event. Bringing together some of the UK’s hottest comedy talent, the event aims to raise funds for this small but incredibly valuable charity. Rory, whose family are also passionate equestrians, is an avid supporter of the MDIRF and will bring his own distinctive style & humour alongside special guests to…

Australia’s Mary Hanna tops the Pacific League Final by Louise Parkes Mary Hanna (63) has claimed the single available qualifying spot for the FEI World Cup Dressage 2018 Final in Paris (FRA) in April by coming out on top at the Pacific League Final at Boneo Park, Boneo (AUS) last Saturday. Riding the 11-year-old KWPN mare Calanta, the five-time Olympian, posted a strong Freestyle score of 75.390 to pin fellow-Australians Alex Hellyer (Bluefields Floreno) and Brett Parbery (DP Weltmieser) into second and third places. Hanna’s campaign began when claiming first…

Chill Out With Mollichaff Calmer Complete! Prepare for spring with Mollichaff Calmer Complete… Throughout February, March and April Mollichaff have a special promotion offering £2 off a bag of Mollichaff Calmer Complete (in participating stockists, whilst stocks last), so don’t miss out! Is your horse or pony feeling a little fresh and excitable after the long winter? It’s always important to look at your management routine and environment to ensure that any potential stressful situations are kept to a minimum before relying on a change to the diet. Fizzy behaviour…