Category: horse News

Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Switzerland’s Steve Guerdat, has signed up for the opening leg of the new Western European League Longines FEI Jumping World Cup qualifying season which kicks off in Oslo, this weekend. The man who has topped the Longines world rankings since the beginning of 2019 has an extraordinary record in the series, and this season he has history in his sights. He is a three-time winner, and if he can add a fourth victory he will be the first rider ever to do so since FEI…

Top event rider, Harry Meade rode to win the CCI4*L class at the Strzegom October Festival on his new ride Superstition, earlier this week. Owned by Mandy Gray, Harry had acquired the ride on the 10-year-old chestnut gelding only 10 days prior to the competition. Harry and his grand new steed fought off competition from other world-class talents such as Australia’s Andrew Hoy, who onboard his ride Vassily de Lassos, who had to settle for second place. Following a strong start in the dressage, with a fantastic clear cross country,…

Annual Firework Display Cancelled Due to Horse Welfare A pub based in Devon has announced the cancellation on the annual firework event due to the effects it was having on horses stabled 200m away, DevonLive reported. The annual display held at the New Inn, Broadclyst which is hosted by local youth organisation, Pinhoe Scout Group, had caused considerable disruption, particularly during last year’s event. The owner of R & N Breaking and Schooling has published videos of the horses to visualise the impact the display had on their welfare during,…

Boys Horse Themed PJs Because boys love horses too. These boys horse themed pjs are a great addition to any Christmas Eve Box. 100% cotton, regular fit with long sleeves. £24.99 available from Amazon Visit Amazon Product Page Here Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine Science. Suzanne has ridden and owned horses all her life and has twelve years of experience in marketing, writing, design, SEO, and website creation.

Horse Themed PJs Women Perfect for a Christmas Eve Box, snuggle down in some new horse themed pjs with ‘I’d rather be riding’ printed on. Different printed bottoms and colours available. 100% cotton and breathable. £17.50 available from Amazon Visit Amazon Product Page Here Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine Science. Suzanne has ridden and owned horses all her life and has twelve years of experience in marketing, writing, design, SEO, and website creation.

Luxury White Hot Chocolate Gift Set The luxury white hot chocolate gift set is perfect for the night before Christmas when all in the house is ready for the festivities of the following day. Includes 100% real white chocolate flakes crushed into a powder, large glass and marshmallows, all packed into a gift box. Perfect from a ‘Christmas Eve Box’ £12.50 available from Amazon Visit Amazon Product Page Here Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine…

October is Rehome A Horse Month World Horse Welfare champions the benefits of rehoming while asking the public ‘Why buy when you can rehome?’ This October World Horse Welfare will be celebrating Rehome A Horse Month to highlight the benefits of rehoming and encouraging the public to consider rehoming a horse instead of buying or breeding. A number of inspiring stories will be shared throughout the month, like that of 23-year-old Tinto who won the charity’s Rehomed Horse of the Year competition in 2018. You may also like Ponies go…

Make Your New Year’s Eve Unforgettable with This Esme and Teddy the Shetland Internet sensations, This Esme and Teddy the Shetland, are attending this year’s TheraPlate UK Liverpool International Horse Show to meet their fans in an exclusive ‘An Audience With’ session at 4pm on Tuesday 31st December. Availability is limited so book now to avoid disappointment. This fabulous opportunity will delight Teddy and Esme fans as they find out more about the equestrian superstars and interact with them in the intimate setting for an extra special experience. The ‘Audience…

The Stratford Hills Horse Trials committee has announced the Charlie Watkins Foundation as its 2020 charity.  With next season’s dates confirmed as the 13th and 14th June, the event will enter its eighteenth year of running and aims to raise more funds for local charities. The 2020 charity intends to support the provision of mental health services to young people in the UK.  Charlie Watkins was just 22 when he took his own life in March 2017.  Sadly, Charlie never recovered from the tragic loss of his mother when he…

Aztec Diamond Belt For Life Add a touch of glamour and elegance with this stylish Aztec Diamond Equestrian Diamond Belt For Life. This will add a bit of sparkle to any outfit, be it for a competition or everyday riding. This stunning belt is crafted in the highest quality real leather. Embellished with a thick insert of black diamanté crystals adding a touch of class and sophistication. Aztec Diamond Belt For Life RRP £60.00 Sizes Small, Medium, Large Available in black Visit the Aztec Diamond Product Page Here Suzanne AshtonSuzanne…

Aztec Diamond Technical Stretch Riding Leggings Offering flawless full coverage with a luxury double knit fabric, these leggings are extremely flattering with their figure sculpting, ribbed side panels and intensive elasticated core support. As far as intelligent design goes, ADE have it covered. They’ve included a seamless side pocket with inner silicone grip to keep your phone safe and secure. A subtle inner knee silicone grip system has been added to the design together with a light-weight, ribbed sock for maximum comfort inside boots. Aztec Diamond Technical Stretch Riding Leggings…

With the first round of judging now over, four extremely strong contenders have made it through to the final of the 2019 British Equestrian Trade Association Equine Thesis of the Year Award, which recognises excellence in academic undergraduate study. This year, it received a bumper number of entries from universities and colleges offering equine-related degree courses across the UK and Ireland. One student thesis was received per entry, with the following making it through to the finals of the Equine Thesis of the Year Award: University of Limerick – Sally-Anne…

The team at Redwings Horse Sanctuary has announced they will host a free evening of vet talks for horse owners which will be full of advice on how to keep their four-legged friends healthy and safe this winter. When and Where: The evening seminar will take place at Redwings Aylsham, north of Norwich, on Tuesday 29th October from 6.30pm. Head of Veterinary Care, Nicky Jarvis, will be sharing her top tips for looking after horses through the colder months, from common seasonal ailments and winter weight management to supporting older…

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Mark Todd Knitted Bobble Hat On trend, comfortable and warming, the Mark Todd Knitted Bobble Hat ticks all the box’s as for as functionality, and looking like a stylish equestrian of course. Comes in two different colours; grey or navy.   £9.74 available from VioVet Visit VioVet Product Page Here Suzanne AshtonSuzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine Science. Suzanne has ridden and owned horses all her life and has twelve years of experience in marketing, writing,…

Defending champions from Belgium have to settle for second, Sweden finish third The Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Final 2019 came to thrilling climax today, and it was Irish eyes that were smiling when Rodrigo Pessoa’s team of Peter Moloney, Paul O’Shea, Darragh Kenny and Cian O’Connor clinched victory in fine style. Completing with just a single time fault, they pinned the defending champions from Belgium into runner-up spot while Sweden lined up in third. And to put the icing on the Irish cake they also collected the Olympic qualifying…

Robert Whitaker held an early lead to win the Accumulator riding KWPN bred gelding, Dekato, during the afternoon’s opening performance at Horse of the Year Show (5.10.2019). From a strong field of 26 starters, Robert was joined by family members Michael and Jack Whitaker, alongside Georgia Tame, Angelie Von Essen and Julie Andrews, to mention only a few. There was all to ride for in the class known for speed and accuracy while each combination navigates to collect as many points as possible, against the clock. Unusually, the Joker fence…

Harriet Nuttall secured her first ever international win at Horse of the Year Show in the Take Your Own Line class to round off a fabulous day of competition in the Andrews Bowen International Arena yesterday (4.10.2019). Harriet, who was crowned the 2019 British Showjumping Champion in August, has been on fire this season and there is no stopping her yet. Riding the impressive 11-year-old chestnut gelding, Galway Bay Jed, Harriet was last to go in the jump off, having been the fastest of 12 combinations to jump clear in…

An exceptional win for Georgia Tame in the NAEC Stoneleigh Stakes At just 20 years of age, Georgia Tame has proved that the future of British Showjumping is in great hands during Friday afternoon’s NAEC Stoneleigh Stakes at Horse of the Year Show. Georgia rose to the challenge amongst tough competition to win the £10,000 prize from the Andrews Bowen Ltd International Arena. Riding the feisty little bay mare, Quintella, Georgia was last but one to go in the class of 25 strong riders. This year’s National Champion, Harriet Nuttall,…

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Charlotte Dujardin did not let anyone else get a look in for the title of the Dressage Future Elite Champion 2019 during Horse of the Year Show that takes place this week at the NEC, Birmingham. Taking the title for the fourth consecutive year with four different horses just proves her sheer talent for producing horses to the highest level. Her win this year was with nine-year-old chestnut mare, Mount St John Valencia owned by Emma Blundell, who performed a beautiful freestyle to be awarded with a score of 78.041%.…