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Riding schools on the brink of disaster, research shows
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Riding schools on the brink of disaster, research shows

The future is \"frightening\" as our schools face challenges with costs, staffing and horsepower

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October 12, 2023
Safe passing of horses helps win HGV driver of the year award
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Safe passing of horses helps win HGV driver of the year award

A logistics company included a horse in its challenge to assess how lorry drivers deal with vulnerable road users

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October 12, 2023
Uncertainty for new farriers as exam approval withdrawn
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Uncertainty for new farriers as exam approval withdrawn

There may be delays for those apprentices due to take their final exam after the regulator withdrew its approval

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October 12, 2023
'It's a funny old game'
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'It's a funny old game'

The pre-dawn malaise and pouring rain evaporate as Tessa Waugh relishes a morning's autumn hunting - even when her pony gets a bit frisky and things don't go entirely to plan

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October 05, 2023
Manilla breaches new heights
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Manilla breaches new heights

Combinations bloom to new levels of success at the senior Home Nations, while non-traditional dressage types excel elsewhere

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October 05, 2023
Farndon finds his feet
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Farndon finds his feet

A gelding comes into his own as top-class combinations head to East Anglia for a valuable long-format prep run

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October 05, 2023
Breeders' dreams realised
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Breeders' dreams realised

A pair of driven Shetlands break barriers, a Connemara is the gift who keeps on giving and half-sisters prevail under saddle

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October 05, 2023
'Quirky' mare is worth the wait
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'Quirky' mare is worth the wait

The feature class results in a surprise watershed victory while a mare proves well suited to being produced in the UK

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October 05, 2023
'I'm so excited for next year'
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'I'm so excited for next year'

Germany triumphs, despite it not all going seamlessly, and there's plenty for the British squad to celebrate, too

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October 05, 2023
A different pace of life
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A different pace of life

Many racehorses go on to have fruitful second careers once they retire from the track, but the transition isn't without challenges, as Alex Robinson discovers

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October 05, 2023
When the horse wobbles
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When the horse wobbles

Equine neurological emergencies are thankfully rare in the UK, but are serious and dangerous when they do happen. Jessica Thurston MRCVS explains why they might occur

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October 05, 2023
Jay and Paige Buxton
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Jay and Paige Buxton

Riders who are making a living form the backbone of our sport and some face big challenges every day. Jennifer Donald meets an inspirational couple

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October 05, 2023
Links confirmed between equine weight and airway restriction
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Links confirmed between equine weight and airway restriction

A study has identified correlation between excess weight and changes to the structures of equine upper airways

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October 05, 2023
Goodbye, my friend: reporter is laid to rest
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Goodbye, my friend: reporter is laid to rest

PYECOMBE, West Sussex, came to a halt on 30 September for a final goodbye to reporter and former H&H showjumping editor Penny Richardson, who died on 9 November 2020, aged 68.

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October 05, 2023
Vets have a key role in changing owner behaviour
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Vets have a key role in changing owner behaviour

Changing hearts and minds to improve equine welfare was a key topic at a major vets' conference

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October 05, 2023
Exciting times as two major championships move venues
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Exciting times as two major championships move venues

The dressage and showjumping winter championships are moving from Hartpury to Addington Equestrian in 2024

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October 05, 2023
Progress made towards diversity of equestrianism
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Progress made towards diversity of equestrianism

Campaigners report positive news in drive for change as the governing body takes action

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October 05, 2023
'I sort-of remember how to do it'
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'I sort-of remember how to do it'

After a summer spent almost exclusively out of the saddle, H€9H hunting editor Catherine Austen recovers from a first morning back out with hounds and commends saint” Flynn for his relative readiness

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September 28, 2023
Supreme status for genuine gem
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Supreme status for genuine gem

Novice mares with bright futures shine in the final county show supremes of the season

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September 28, 2023
Superstar makes eye-catching grand prix debut
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Superstar makes eye-catching grand prix debut

LAURA MANTEL headed the 1.40m September finale for the second year running, this time making a successful grand prix debut with J Superstar.

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September 28, 2023
The future's bright for Irish breeders
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The future's bright for Irish breeders

Irish breeders and producers again dominate these championships, with future stars shining, and a stallion continues to make his mark

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September 28, 2023
Gino is back at the top
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Gino is back at the top

The multi-winning Gino F returns to form for grand prix glory, while a young rider picks up several strong placings and a really special” mare is victorious

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September 28, 2023
It started with an in-hand ticket
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It started with an in-hand ticket

For some horses and ponies, their experience of HOYS begins when they are youngsters. Alex Robinson learns why some young animals were aimed for the in-hand supreme prior to becoming successful in ridden ranks

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September 28, 2023
Lured to Lincolnshire
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Lured to Lincolnshire

Ros Canter has put this county on the map as prime turf for an equestrian set-up, says Madeleine Silver, with Cotswolds allure at a fraction of the price

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September 28, 2023
Find your perfect pad
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Find your perfect pad

From identifying what you actually want to discerning soil type and unravelling agricultural ties, Polly Bryan outlines the steps to buying your dream equestrian home

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September 28, 2023
Hello William
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Hello William

A wild-child gelding and teenage Olli Fletcher began their partnership jumping 80cm and were recently placed in their first five-star grand prix - on a comeback from life-threatening colic. Jennifer Donald meets the brilliant \"Willy Wonka\"

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September 28, 2023
BETA executive director
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BETA executive director

Claire Williams on handling anything from safety garments to prohibited substances, helping BETA members through the pandemic and advising on camels...

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September 28, 2023
It's been a long time coming'
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It's been a long time coming'

From the warm-ups to fuelling on McDonalds, Kitty King tells all about her week winning European individual silver and team gold last month

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September 28, 2023
'Riesenbeck was like a rock concert'
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'Riesenbeck was like a rock concert'

Carl Hester reflects on the Europeans, the nationals, and his ones to watch

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September 28, 2023
Relief as ingredient won't be banned in competition
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Relief as ingredient won't be banned in competition

The FEI has accepted evidence that adding MSM to the prohibited substances list would not be appropriate

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September 28, 2023