Category: horse News

Christmas Gift Guide 2016 Equidivine NEW glitter headcollar and over reach boots Who doesn’t love a little sparkle and bling, especially at Christmas?! The NEW glitter headcollar from Equidivine is a perfect stocking filler, coupled together with the over reach boots also on offer, we couldn’t think of a better way to treat the equestrian in your life this year. Headcollar: Colours pink, purple, black, gold, copper, green, red and blue Sizes: Shetland, pony, cob and full RRP: £10.00 Over reach boots: Colours pink, silver, gold, red, black and blue Sizes:…

Marcus Ehning and Comme Il Super Tight as Usual by Louise Parkes A typically thrilling jump-off ride gave German maestro, Marcus Ehning, maximum points during the sixth leg of the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping 2016/2017 Western European League in Madrid, Spain. Partnering the 11-year-old stallion Comme Il Faut, the 42-year-old three-time FEI World Cup champion put the result beyond doubt with one of his trademark super-tight turns in the nine-horse jump-off against the clock. He was chasing the target set by Rio 2016 Olympic team gold medallist Kevin Staut…

British Equestrian Federation and British Eventing appoints eventing Performance Coach The British Equestrian Federation (BEF) and British Eventing (BE) have today confirmed Christopher Bartle in a newly created role of Performance Coach as part of the World Class eventing Programme. The appointment introduces a new coaching programme to the eventing squad which will see Christopher as Performance Coach who will be a key component of a wider plan to continue to optimise performance for the upcoming Olympic cycle. British Eventing Chief Executive David Holmes says: “We are incredibly lucky to…

Fiona Bigwood and Anders Dahl Welcome Sponsorship from Back on Track Olympic dressage riders Fiona Bigwood and Anders Dahl are to be sponsored by Swedish based therapeutic clothing company Back on Track, the company has announced. British Olympic silver medallist Fiona and her husband, Danish Olympian, Anders Dahl have been using Back on Track products for their horses’ wellbeing for over seven years. Anders first used the products when his grand prix level horse, Bukowski, sustained a tendon injury. Anders explained: “A friend from New Zealand recommended using Back on…

RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2017 to feature World Horse Welfare Garden A moving tale of horse rescue will feature at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2017 with an artisan garden inspired by and celebrating charity World Horse Welfare’s 90 year legacy of helping horses. The concept, brought to life by design duo Adam Woolcott and Jonathan Smith, will tell the story of a horse rescued from a small, derelict stable in a dark corner of the garden and nursed back to health under World Horse Welfare’s care – now…

Nick Skelton takes top FEI Award Rio 2016 Olympic Jumping champion Nick Skelton (GBR) added another major accolade to his collection when he was declared the winner of the top prize at the prestigious 2016 FEI Awards gala dinner in Tokyo (JPN), in the presence of guest of honour, FEI Honorary President, HRH Princess Haya. “I would like to thank the FEI for this most fabulous award”, he said. “I’ve had an incredible year and this award makes it even better. I would like to thank the team that is…

NEW Out of the Wild Horse Film Wins Awards The Acclaimed Western Romance Movie, Out of the Wild, written by Colorado horseman Mark Rashid, has won one of the top awards at the EQUUS Film Festival in New York. Out of the Wild is inspired by the true story of a wild mustang and follows the life of Henry McBride, a down and out cowboy with a painful past he can’t drink away. Living on his last dollar with nowhere to go, he ends up working the last place an old cowboy…

Everyday Balancer – from Equus Health The Everyday Balancer from Equus Health is an ideal feed type to ensure your horse or pony receives essential vitamins and minerals. Everyday Balancer provides horses and ponies with the key essentials to stay healthy, and active; with the ability to cope with life’s ups and downs. Founders, Equus Health recognise the rising cost of horse ownership by providing an economical feeding solution, at less than 50p per day. Everyday Balancer reduces the meal size compared to traditional balancers, assisting absorption and digestion in…

Isabell Werth makes it a double as she leads German whitewash at Stuttgart by Louise Parkes Germany’s Isabell Werth and the lovely mare Weihegold showed exactly why they are the no. 1 partnership in the world rankings when sweeping to their second consecutive victory in the FEI World Cup™ Dressage 2016/2017 Western European League on home turf at Stuttgart today. This third leg attracted 15 riders from eight nations but the host country completely dominated the podium, with world no. 2 Kristina Broring-Sprehe slotting into runner-up spot with Desperados FRH…

Gypsy Cobs do it in style at the inaugural British Dressage Natives Championships Dengie, the nation’s leading manufacturer of fibre-based horse feeds , were delighted to present their Championship awards at the inaugural British Dressage Natives Championship, held at Solihull Riding Club 28th-29th October 2016. This hugely popular event saw entries from over 500 native horses and ponies. Sponsors of the Traditional Gypsy Cob section , Dengie, were on hand to present their championship rosettes to the highest placed competitors in this championship. Over 50 gypsy cobs took part in…

Six Figure Prize for Badminton Horse Trials 2017  Badminton Horse Trials 2017 – Wednesday May 3 – Sunday May 7 In 2017 the winner of the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials will take home the record breaking prize of £100,000! In this professional era of the sport, the winner of the most prestigious event of them all will be properly rewarded. Proving the event has come a long way in it’s forty year history, in 1976 the top prize was £1,000. There will also be a 10% increase in the overall…

BETA 2017 Calendar – Christmas Gifts The BETA 2017 Calendar is a wonderfully horsey treat for equestrians everywhere. Bright, colourful and perfect for pinning up in the kitchen, office or tack room, it’s a great way to make sure you never miss a show date again. Each month features a fabulous photograph, submitted as part of a competition organised by the trade association to find the best “My Horsey Day” pictures. The image judged Best in Show is titled “Hacking in Joyden’s Wood, Kent” and comes from the lens of…

Another Mammoth Event for Your Horse Live The 2016 Your Horse Live failed to disappoint as tens of thousands of visitors flocked to the Stoneleigh Park Shopping extravaganza for another year. If you’ve ever been you’ll know that it’s not for the faint hearted shopper; expect to be wowed with the sheer volume of equestrian businesses set up for this once a year equestrian masterpiece. Over 350 stands featuring saddlery, tack, equipment, gifts, feed/supplements, alternative therapies and more all set up for a busy weekend of non stop action. The BETA…

BETA stepped up to the mark at Your Horse Live BETA, The British Equestrian Trade Association, sponsored the main arena at Your Horse Live for a third consecutive year and provided free riding hat and body protector safety checks throughout the event. Visitors to the BETA stand were given goody bags, invited to nominate their favourite equestrian retailer for the SEIB Retailer of the Year Award and automatically entered into a free prize draw for doing so. Many visitors who enjoyed displays in the BETA  Arena were lucky enough to…

Will Young Speaks Out At World Horse Welfare Conference A host of influential speakers from across the equestrian and charity sectors, including singer, songwriter and actor, Will Young, explored the theme of the ‘Invisible Horse’ at World Horse Welfare Conference 2016 (10th November). Will gave a moving presentation about the plight of the Bodmin Moor ponies and his journey through understanding the issues faced by not only these ponies, but the many others in similar situations all across the country. He explained that since becoming involved with local charity, Shires…

The Pony Club Talent Pathway 2017 Supported by Aberystwyth University News: The Pony Club Talent Pathway 2017 Talented Pony Club Members will soon be able to benefit from additional training opportunities to develop their skills, thanks to support from Aberystwyth University. The Pony Club Talent Pathway 2017 was unveiled at Your Horse Live. It is developed from the popular Rider Development Pathway which aided the development of Pony Club Members who showed an ability to progress in their chosen discipline of Show Jumping, Dressage or Eventing. Applications will open early…

Winter Feed Appeal to Help Save Horses Lives Remus Horse Sanctuary, Ingatestone, Essex has launched a new winter feed appeal to help raise £2,500 to feed their veterans and permanent residents at the Sanctuary, and those neglected unloved, abandoned animals that are either tethered with no access to food or left wandering and unwanted with no food and no shelter. Donations can be made to the winter feed appeal  via the JustGiving appeal page online at: https://www.justgiving.com/campaigns/charity/rmhs/winterfeedappeal, via the Charity website at: http://www.remussanctuary.org/donate/ or by texting FEED36 £10 to 70070…

Stephen Hayes Dressage Clinic Tour a Huge Success We couldn’t be prouder of our Dressage ambassador Stephen Hayes as he returns home to the U.K from his Australia Dressage clinic tour, where he completed 6 full days of coaching Australian dressage riders. Hailing from the North West of England, we have watched Stephen grow over the past three years into an outstanding example of a professional dressage rider and trainer.  His genuine commitment to helping riders make the most out of their own, and their horse’s ability whilst making them feel totally…

Progress! Steph Gumn Blog Update Steph Gumn – November 2016 Another couple of months where progress is being made, just the way I like it. Nemo is going great, he’s jumped his first fences under saddle and he’s brave. Can’t wait for the 2017 season with him. I decided he needed a friend so I purchased another three-year-old whilst on a trip to Belgium with a client. Stable name Alvin, looks to be a big jumper, but he’s weak so it’ll be interesting to see how this one develops over…

Formula 707 Gastro Essentials now available in the UK Formula 707 Gastro Essentials is now available in the UK through equine supplement supplier American Thoroughbred Products Ltd. American Thoroughbred Products Ltd specialise in performance horse supplements and Gastro Essentials is an exciting addition to their range.  Gastro Essentials provides natural support for the stomach lining to help maintain a healthy gastric system and is ideal for horses that show signs of having gastric ulcers.  The product has been developed in the USA by equine health company, Formula 707 and is…

Blue Cross celebrates cobs with #giveacobajob week Pet charity Blue Cross is celebrating the joys of owning a cob with #giveacobajob week from 14 – 20 November 2016. Throughout the week the charity will be showcasing some spectacular rehomed Blue Cross cobs, together with similar cobs that are ready to find new homes. You can join the cob party by posting pictures of your own cob using the hashtag #giveacobajob or by contacting Blue Cross horse rehoming centres direct to find out how you can give a deserving Blue Cross…

Wobbly Riders Come Together for Hannah Francis Willberry Wonder Pony Charity Earlier this year four, self-confessed, middle-aged ‘wobbly’ riders came together with an idea that captured the imagination of the eventing community and one that would raise thousands of pounds for Hannah Francis’ Willberry Wonder Pony charity. The aptly named Wobbleberries Challenge is aimed at eventing enthusiasts rarely seen in the saddle but on the side-lines, cheering, supporting and spectating, to challenge themselves to take part in a British Eventing BE80(T) event in 2017 and raise lots of money along…