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Dressage at Burghley

How to buy a dressage horse »

8 May, 2012

H&H asks top riders and producers what they look for when they are buying their next dressage horse

eventing

How to buy an eventer »

28 April, 2012

Eventing is often deemed to be the ultimate test of horse and rider, but with so much to ask,what do top riders prioritise when they’re looking to buy their next eventer?

Buying an ex-racehorse »

12 April, 2012

With professional help and advice there are plenty of success stories to show that an ex-racehorse can adapt to and excel in a number of disciplines

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How to buy at a horse sale »

6 April, 2012

Follow H&H's advice for picking up a bargain at horse sales

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How to buy a showjumper »

30 March, 2012

When you’re looking to buy a showjumper it’s easy to get lost among the endless lists of adverts promising the next jumping superstar, so H&H helps you sort out the wheat from the chaff

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How to avoid an injury when trying a new horse »

20 February, 2012

Incurring an injury when trying a new horse is a real danger, but what can you do to help you stay safe?

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How to buy a horse at the sales »

10 February, 2011

Spotting a potential top-class horse or pony can be tricky

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How much is a horse worth? »

27 December, 2010

Have horse prices been affected by the recession and are there bargains to be had?

Kempton Park races

How to buy an ex-racehorse »

26 November, 2010

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The ILPH has changed its name to World Horse Welfare

Top 10 tips when buying a horse »

15 November, 2010

Following warnings about the increasing threat of equine diseases to horses in the UK, World Horse Welfare has made a list of top ten tips for buying a horse

A native pony in field

How to find the perfect all-rounder for sale »

24 June, 2010

H&H's top tips for snaffling an elusive family all-rounder

grooming

How much does a horse cost a month? »

7 May, 2010

Work out if you can afford to keep a horse with our guide to the regular costs involved

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Ask H&H: my horse is a rig »

17 April, 2010

Legal advice on what you can do if you have unknowingly bought a horse that is a rig

naughty rear

Ask H&H: injured by new horse »

7 January, 2010

What legal action can be taken if a new horse is not as it was described upon purchase?

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Ask H&H: grade A show jumpers »

4 December, 2009

How do BSJA points and grades work when a horse has been imported?

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Ask H&H: insurance when trying a horse »

10 July, 2009

Do you need insurance when trying out a horse you are looking to buy?

Dressage

Ask H&H: horse misrepresented in advert »

13 June, 2009

What counts as misrepresentation in an advert for a horse for sale?

Ask H&H: buying a horse via an agent »

22 May, 2009

When buying a horse through an agent, who is liable if things go wrong?

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windsuck vice

Ask H&H: buying a horse that windsucks »

14 May, 2009

What legal action can be taken if the horse you have bought turns out to have a stable vice?

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Ask H&H: buying a horse with kissing spines »

13 April, 2009

What is the legal position for a horse dealer if a horse is found to have kissing spines after being sold?

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Ask H&H: horse insurer refusing to pay out »

27 March, 2009

What action can be taken if your insurer won't pay out?

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Ask H&H: horse misrepresented by seller »

19 March, 2009

What to do if the horse you buy isn't as described

A horse with his head sticking out of a trailer

Ask H&H: buying a horse and horse dealers »

11 December, 2008

How to protect yourself from "dodgy horse dealers" when buying a horse

Ask H&H: unrideable horse bought from a dealer »

26 September, 2008

Horse & Hound explains what action can be taken to get a refund if the horse you buy turns out to be unrideable

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Dressage

Ask H&H: verbal agreements when buying a new horse »

29 July, 2008

Horse & Hound explores the strength of a verbal contract when buying a horse

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Ask H&H: legal action against a horse dealer »

23 July, 2008

Horse & Hound explains what legal action can be taken after buying a horse without a vetting

Ask H&H: legal protection for horse dealers »

22 July, 2008

Horse & Hound explains what steps horse dealers can take to protect themselves against legal actions

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Top tips on buying a horse in Ireland »

18 April, 2008

Expert advice on buying horses from the Emerald Isle

Expert advice on buying a horse or pony »

11 October, 2007

Trading Standards advise what precautions to take to protect yourself when buying a horse or pony

A vet examining a horses teeth

Ask H&H: taking a seller to court after buying a horse »

12 June, 2007

Horse & Hound gets expert advice on taking a horse’s sellers to court and the protection provided by written warranties

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Ask H&H: when does horse ownership transfer from seller to buyer? »

18 December, 2006

The death of a horse highlights why it is important to make a clear agreement about when ownership is transferred

Ask H&H: buying a horse from a dealer »

31 August, 2006

Where do you stand legally after buying a horse from a dealer that isn't as described?

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Buying the ideal... native pony »

14 April, 2004

Horse & Hound's top 10 tips on finding the ideal native pony for your needs

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Buying the ideal... broodmare »

5 April, 2004

Horse & Hound's expert advice to ensure that you buy the right broodmare first time

Buying the ideal... hunter »

20 February, 2004

Advice for buyers on finding the perfect horse for hunting

A horse ready to be transported

Buying the ideal... sport horse »

6 February, 2004

Expert advice on how to find your ideal competition horse from Horse magazine

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Buying the ideal... all-rounder »

5 February, 2004

Expert advice on how to find the ideal all-round horse for your needs

Buying the ideal... schoolmaster »

4 February, 2004

Expert advice on how to find the ideal schoolmaster

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Buying the ideal... youngster »

3 February, 2004

Horse magazine explains how to find the ideal young horse

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Buying a top dressage horse »

2 February, 2004

Where do the top dressage riders go to buy their international prospects?

eventing

Buying a top eventer »

1 February, 2004

What does former top event rider Karen Dixon look for in an ideal event horse?

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Buying a top show jumper »

29 January, 2004

What does Olympic show jumper Tim Stockdale look for when buying a horse?

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Buying a horse: Viewing tips »

17 June, 2003

Finding your ideal equine partner can be fraught with problems, so Horse & Hound suggests the following key points to keep in mind when viewing a potential purchase

Buying a horse: Dos and don'ts »

10 February, 2003

Expert advice from HORSE magazine on making the right choice when buying a new horse

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Q&A: Refund on a crib biter? »

29 April, 2002

Expert advice from HORSE magazine on what to do if the horse you just bought turns out to be a crib biter

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Q&A: Buying a rig »

26 November, 2001

Expert advice from HORSE magazine on what to do if the horse you bought turns out to be a rig

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Buying a horse: your rights »

18 June, 2001

Legal advice from HORSE magazine on your rights when buying a horse

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Buying a horse at auction »

28 September, 2000

Expert advice on getting the best deal when buying a horse at auction

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