Alex Robinson asks if show horses are ever bred specifically for the job, or if they are strategically given new career paths after another one has failed
Alex Robinson asks if show horses are ever bred specifically for the job, or if they are strategically given new career paths after another one has failed
Looking back to this time last year…
Hovis offers guidance for his fellow equines, who might need to take care of their humans at the moment
Get involved in this unique Aintree style award from your own living room
The Lycett’s Festival of Hunting in July has been cancelled owing to the coronavirus pandemic. The event, which incorporates the Peterborough Hound Show, attracts thousands of visitors and was due to be held on 22 July at the East of England Showground. “Although this is an important day in the calendar for hunts and thousands […]
Generations of pony-mad youngsters grew up on the work of sisters Diana, Josephine and Christine Pullein-Thompson, who wrote dozens of pony books between them. They’re still great stories, and many of the books are still in print, but unfortunately they’re less believable than they once were — modern equestrian life has since become a little more complicated…
Scott Brash grew up watching Nick Skelton and went on to win team gold alongside his hero at London 2012. In this article, first published in Horse & Hound‘s 135th anniversary issue, Scott grabs a moment with the reigning Olympic champion to chat through some of life’s biggest questions…
Scott: Your book Only Falls and Horses was a big inspiration to me growing up and made me realise that showjumping was what I wanted to do. Who inspired you growing up? As told to Steven Wilde and Jennifer Donald You may also be interested in…
Kirstine is a leading showing figure who is based in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. She has been producing horses and ponies for just under 30 years and over that time she has won accolades at all major shows, including championships at Horse of the Year Show and the Royal International. She is also a British Horse Society (BHS) accredited trainer.
The Scottish show producer on life-changing advice, wonky back numbers and how she was nearly destined for life as a farrier
As many owners are making significant adjustments to their horse’s spring routines in response to the coronavirus pandemic, we’ve put some frequently asked healthcare questions to a panel of experts to help you decide what is best for your horse…
Avoiding hasty decisions can head off equine health issues during the Covid-19 pandemic, says Andrea Oakes
The BEF has provided clarification on equine flu vaccinations