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Andrew Sallis
Horse & Hound

Andrew Sallis

Imagine if you could \"design\" the day's hunting of your dreams... What hounds would be hunting, where would it be and who would you take with you?

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3 mins  |
March 09, 2023
MG Wallaby Esq
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MG Wallaby Esq

\"Well travelled, scopey and adaptable,\" this bold hunter accompanied his rider to Germany and Northern Ireland and hunted brilliantly wherever he went

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2 mins  |
March 09, 2023
'He set up my career
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'He set up my career

Every rider holds a place in their heart for their first five-star horse, more so if they've grown from youth teams to the top level. Gemma Redrup looks back on some partnerships that have gone all the way

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7 mins  |
March 09, 2023
Makeover magic
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Makeover magic

Whether you want to restore an old yard to its former glory or pull down derelict sheds and start from scratch, a stabling project needs a vision. Martha Terry discovers how to do it

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4 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Mandy Burchell-Small
Horse & Hound

Mandy Burchell-Small

The Rowfantina prefix is dominating the mini circuit thanks to several Welsh section A stars. Rebecca Haywood meets the lady at the stud's helm

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March 09, 2023
Harvey maintains his spring
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Harvey maintains his spring

A veteran gelding gives his rider an emotional victory, while other winners battle the odds to take home titles | British Riding Clubs SEIB Insurance Brokers Novice Winter Championships, Arena UK, Lincs

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April 13, 2023
Dalera delights
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Dalera delights

Germany's outstanding duo retain their title, while a new combination finish second

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April 13, 2023
King Edward grows his greatness
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King Edward grows his greatness

Henrik von Eckermann continued world domination, while British riders put up a strong fight

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5 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Access all areas Dan Skelton
Horse & Hound

Access all areas Dan Skelton

The Warwickshire trainer has been firing out big race winners this season. Jennifer Donald goes behind the scenes to find the team's focus shifting towards the Cheltenham Gold Cup and beyond

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9 mins  |
March 09, 2023
Mind the gap
Horse & Hound

Mind the gap

The equestrian gender gap may be closing, but it still prevails in certain disciplines. Luz Wollocombe analyses the shifts, and where the sport gains and loses representation for both male and female riders

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6 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Home safe
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Home safe

A stable may be a comfortable and sheltered environment for a horse, but can also present various hazards. Kieran O'Brien MRCVS details how to avoid potential stable injuries

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March 09, 2023
'Considered talk, not rushed rules'
Horse & Hound

'Considered talk, not rushed rules'

Make changes carefully or risk the consequences, says Mark Phillips

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March 09, 2023
Peak performance
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Peak performance

Vets provide a vital service at equine events, but it’s always possible to fine-tune emergency response. Professor Patrick Pollock FRCVS explains the benefit of tailored incident management training

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6 mins  |
April 13, 2023
What makes a top event rider?
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What makes a top event rider?

A touch of talent, a particular personality or just lots of hard work Luz Wollocombe finds out what needs to be in the melting pot for a rider to become a five-star winner or eventing world number one

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7 mins  |
March 09, 2023
ITV Racing presenter
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ITV Racing presenter

This week, Alice Plunkett is part of the BAFTA-winning ITV Racing team showcasing the Grand National to nearly 10 million viewers. She reveals a chaotic moment off air, juggling domesticity and the time she was lost for words.

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3 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Sharon and Sarah Harrison
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Sharon and Sarah Harrison

The STARS Championships are fast becoming a pinnacle of the grassroots showing calendar. Tricia Johnson speaks to the women at the show’s helm

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6 mins  |
April 13, 2023
'I said it won't be life changing, but it was
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'I said it won't be life changing, but it was

Ahead of Saturday's Randox Grand National at Aintree, Jennifer Donald finds out what it means to win the world's greatest steeplechase

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7 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Para classification is unfair'
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Para classification is unfair'

Natasha Baker discusses the need to level up classifications in para dressage

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2 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Joined-up approach needed to improve animal welfare
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Joined-up approach needed to improve animal welfare

MPs and animal charities are looking at how better to enforce welfare law

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April 13, 2023
Research looks at horses’ genes and stress response
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Research looks at horses’ genes and stress response

The study may help to identify horses who need a different training style

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April 13, 2023
Officials raise major concerns about the way they are treated
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Officials raise major concerns about the way they are treated

Calls have been made for the FEI to put in place clear sanctions and rules to protect officials

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2 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Gene-editing law paves way for tech to be used in animals
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Gene-editing law paves way for tech to be used in animals

The legislation only applies to plants at present, but there is provision to explore how it could apply to animals

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2 mins  |
April 13, 2023
New dressage rule means fewer riders in top classes
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New dressage rule means fewer riders in top classes

The FEI has increased the qualifying score for progression in four- and five-star international dressage competitions

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2 mins  |
April 13, 2023
Eventing comes together to discuss the sport's future
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Eventing comes together to discuss the sport's future

After the wet spring wreaked havoc, a meeting was called at Thoresby on the way forward

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April 13, 2023
Engelmann strikes again
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Engelmann strikes again

Saffron Walden RC remain the team to beat, while native ponies take top spoils in the junior classes

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March 23, 2023
Seven-year-old sensation springs another surprise
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Seven-year-old sensation springs another surprise

SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Annabel Widdowson will now have two rides in Hickstead’s 128cm winter final, after piloting the great Whinney Lass to a win with the sole double clear.

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2 mins  |
March 23, 2023
'It's time to see what he's made of
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'It's time to see what he's made of

Tony Pearson pilots a very exciting new ride to victory and a sensational seven-year-old's winning streak continues

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2 mins  |
March 23, 2023
Racing to glory
Horse & Hound

Racing to glory

RoR classes have seen a huge rise in popularity, but where was the idea of showing racehorses born and how have classes changed to meet demand?

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4 mins  |
March 23, 2023
Luck, skill - or just deep pockets?
Horse & Hound

Luck, skill - or just deep pockets?

If you're looking to buy a show horse but have no clue where to start, Tricia Johnson asks the best in the showing business for some insight into where they go to find their top stars

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6 mins  |
March 23, 2023
Farm ride organiser
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Farm ride organiser

Jackie Howard-Jones has made a success of farm diversification by offering rides in the glorious Chilterns

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2 mins  |
March 23, 2023