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December 2024
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- December 31st
- How inheritance tax changes could hit the equestrian industry as well as farmers
- Rescued ponies ‘terrified of humans’ given ‘a second chance at a happy life’
- ‘I never dreamt I’d be jumping 1.60m – now I want to go higher and faster!’: young rider surprises herself on the path to stardom
- A young dressage rider on the power of social media, ethical horsemanship and her plans for the future
- December 30th
- Are the blood rules in FEI horse sport working – and how can we move forward?
- ‘The perfect home’: mare rescued dreadlocked and lice-ridden with yearling at foot has bright future
- 6 horsey New Year’s resolutions (you’re definitely going to break)
- ‘Stick with it, keep smiling’: how this talented star has made her mark on the show scene
- December 29th
- Insurance industry to work together – with vets — to ensure horse cover can continue
- Mare ‘flies the flag’ for rescue ponies and creates ‘everlasting friendship’ with young rider
- An experienced horse, famous father and training with Pippa Funnell – meet the 17-year-old eventer you need to know about
- ‘The hardest two years of my life’: meet the polo-playing Army officer turned National Hunt trainer with a hunger to succeed
- December 28th
- Tiny foal found beside her dead mum has new best friend in time for Christmas
- ‘Riding did what the doctors thought was impossible’: meet the rising para dressage star with ambitions both in and out of the saddle
- ‘What a year – I’m so proud of the horses we’re producing’: meet a rising star doing all the hard work herself
- Showing our love of horses – what we can all do to help secure equestrian sport’s future
- December 27th
- ‘A symbol of hope’: donkey carries woman through bombed streets and shelling to deliver her baby safely
- Equine charities report owners’ ‘desperation’ and large-scale rescues as living cost crisis continues
- ‘Living her best life now’: pony who jumped through fire in a circus has brighter future
- Why do you lack confidence when riding or handling horses? Five questions to ask yourself
- Horse & Hound; 28 December 2024
- ‘The key is to enjoy your horses’: meet the showing star who is beating the best in the business
- December 26th
- How a stud owner is channelling ‘hate’ of waste into a win-win situation for his horses and business
- Tina Cook’s daughter Isabelle on next season’s plans, being independent and learning from your own mistakes
- Constitution Hill is back! Wonder horse extends unbeaten record as he makes history 365 days after his last appearance
- ‘It’s dream stuff’: perfectly executed plan pays dividends for King George VI winner
- Scotland is producing plenty of exciting young showjumpers – meet its latest rising star
- ‘A huge step’ for horse and rider safety as Government removes recording deadline
- December 25th
- Client expectations are a major concern for vets
- ‘A better future for all horses’: welfare charity looks to 2025 with ‘hope, determination and commitment’
- ‘I’d love to get to grand prix, but saying it aloud is quite terrifying’: two-time national champion on her future plans and top tips for young professionals
- 5 festive horsey films you need to settle down with this Christmas
- ‘I was locked in the tack room’ — and 7 other top riders’ Christmas Day bloopers
- December 24th
- ‘We knew it was the right time’: an emotional farewell as ‘incredible’ stallion retires
- Five billion followers, Snoop Dogg and the ‘lasting legacy’ of Paris 2024
- ‘Handle with care’: Christmas message stresses the need to care for horses properly
- ‘Oh come let us adore Him’ – but with an equestrian twist…
- First Christmas with a horsey partner? Here are 8 things you really need to know…
- December 23rd
- Six-figure funding boost for British horse sport
- Tiny foals born to rescued mothers take centre stage this Christmas
- Whips may not be used to discipline horses in new showjumping rules with a welfare focus
- Which horse has won more King George VI Chases than any other, plus other key facts about this historic Boxing Day race
- ‘I only ride her two or three times a week’: the work routine that propelled hot dressage mare to Olympic final
- 12 pairs of gloves designed for winter riding
- LeMieux Anya Waterproof Riding Coat *H&H Approved*
- Toggi Griffiths Long Riding Coat
- The greatest grandfather, a fearless teenager and 100mph ponies: what happened at this year’s London Horse Show?
- An eventer tackling 1.95cm in London, an ex-racehorse wowing in the show ring, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Best footwear for dog walking
- Eight training gems from Dickie Waygood and Laura Collett including coaching tips, straightness and Laura’s next big star
- December 22nd
- ‘I never dreamed this was even possible’: amateur rider and Fell stallion win M&M supreme in London
- Who won the 2024 performance pony finals at London International Horse Show?
- ‘He was unbelievable’: Rider takes London World Cup win on horse who may be his best yet
- ‘I love him to the moon and back’: tiny rider and 23-year-old star pony take London win
- A stunning home with stables, arena, over 23 acres and off-road hacking, just 30 minutes from London
- December 21st
- Mr Incredible: how jumping the puissance helped focus tonight’s London winner
- Oh, baubles! Donkeys choose – and tuck into – their favourite Christmas decorations
- ‘The stuff of fairytales’: showing’s Sam Roberts takes a trip down memory lane to reflect on her first London victory, aged 12
- ‘What the **** just happened?!’ Gemma Stevens pips John Whitaker to win London six-bar
- Can horses help reduce anxiety? Yes – plus four other ways riding benefits mental health
- December 20th
- ‘It was give it all or not at all’: history made in epic London grand prix
- ‘He’s a legend’: 21-year-old grand prix horse makes winning return to London Horse Show (and AP McCoy manages not to fall off)
- Meet the winners from the 2024 amateur horse finals at London International
- ‘He’s the sweetest, kindest boy’: prolific Connemara stallion adds London senior title to extensive CV
- ‘She’s a mare of many talents’: 22-year-old Fjord is supreme senior in London
- ‘I was smiling from ear to ear’: racing fans’ favourite lights up London horse show
- Irish win for new partnership at London International: ‘He has a massive, massive stride’
- ‘This is an offence’ Government warning to riders after imported equine ulcer drugs worth thousands seized
- ‘She’d bolt around the arena when I first got her’ – from an unpromising start to gold
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘2024 is gone faster than a Polo mint near my left nostril’
- December 19th
- Lottie Fry and Glamourdale win London Horse Show dressage freestyle: ‘A feeling I won’t forget for a long time’
- Yesterday’s London dressage victors Becky Moody and Jagerbomb slip down order in freestyle: ‘I feel like I let everybody down, but we’ll regroup and come back better’
- Lottie Fry and Glamourdale top 86% in London freestyle: ‘He was on fire and I can’t thank the crowd enough’
- Lewis Robertson-Carrier best of Brits at halfway stage of London freestyle: ‘Diego’s still giving me more and more’
- British teen enjoys London puissance glory, and more things the horse world is talking about
- A seriously stylish family home with stables, arena and paddocks in a great location
- Who is an amateur? New rules for Royal International showing classes
- ‘Winning here gets better every year’: Sampson rockets to further London International success
- Laura Tomlinson: ‘Christmas is just around the corner and I’m run off my feet…’
- Can horses go on footpaths, plus other facts riders need to know about public rights of way
- December 18th
- ‘He’s such a dude!’ 19-year-old rider and horse who trail-hunts with her dad win superb London puissance
- Home-bred stallion shows electric turn of foot after London power cuts
- When will your favourites be riding their freestyle tests at London International?
- ‘The more time you “waste”, the better your relationship’: how less is more for Olympic ‘mare of all mares’
- ‘We’re delighted’: future venue agreement for London International Horse Show
- Lightning quick pair win and John Whitaker jumps alongside his granddaughter in London: ‘Forget the Olympics, this is serious pressure’
- Jagerbomb edges out Glamourdale to win the grand prix at London International
- A double bridle ban under discussion, Becky Moody topping Lottie Fry in London, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Horse & Hound; 19 December 2024
- December 17th
- ‘No more playing hide and seek!’ Wall has to be dismantled brick by brick to free wedged yearling
- Proposed ban on double bridles and riding behind the vertical debated in European Parliament
- A sad farewell, next steps to improve horse welfare, and other things the horse world is talking about
- 9 jobs worth tackling over the festive period to help you get ahead
- Christmas gift ideas for the equestrian in your life – and why it might be wise to insure them *Promotion*
- The Horse & Hound Podcast 160: showing’s Sam Roberts on her London memories
- December 16th
- ‘The kind of change needed in horse sport’: British Dressage launches equine welfare action plan
- Farewell to an Olympic medallist, eventing changes for next season, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Driver who hit horse and failed to stop ordered to pay over £2,200
- Who are the horses and riders making their dressage debut at the 2024 London International Horse Show?
- An Olympic eventer, a talented teenager and GB’s gold medallists: who is competing at this year’s London International?
- December 15th
- ‘Every day was special’: sad farewell as former advanced event horse and his best friend go peacefully together
- ‘He makes the impossible possible’ 14.2hh overcomes kissing spines and mystery illness to qualify for Badminton grassroots
- ‘It lights up their day’: farrier Father Christmas and Shetland ‘reindeer’ delight children with hospital visit
- ‘My life has been such a surprise’: Carl Hester on what he’s learnt during his career
- Smolders delivers perfection in incident-packed Rolex grand prix: ‘I’ve never been so nervous’
- A lovely family home, complete with stables, nine acres and great access to competition centres
- December 14th
- ‘We’ve started to turn the ship’: eventing changes announced for 2025
- ‘The current regulations do not work’: MPs unite during fireworks debate as pressure mounts for change
- ‘This isn’t right’: horse’s leg disappears seven feet down in badgers’ ‘underground city’ beneath field
- Farewell to police horse whose ‘noble spirit left a mark on all’
- Looking for scenic places to ride in the UK? Here are seven of the best I’ve found
- ‘Stay calm and keep things simple’: trainer, author and showing judge Henrietta Knight on the lessons she’s learnt during her career
- December 13th
- Donkeys and top riders celebrate Christmas in special London carol service
- ‘Aim to do this straightforward exercise to score 10 out of 10’: how Harry Meade uses polework to improve suppleness
- A top stallion bows out, a lucky escape, and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘The memories will stay with us for ever’: farewell to Olympic medal-winner after happy retirement
- Yule look so festive! Check out our top Christmas jumpers for dogs
- What a home! Check out this property, complete with stables, indoor arena, 60 acres, a pool and more…
- Doggy Christmas dinner? What’s on the menu?
- Last-minute Christmas gifts ideas perfect for horse lovers
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘I had to battle my urge to go absolutely full scale cowabunga…’
- December 12th
- ‘Really special for us all’: Jockeys bring gifts and smiles on festive visit to children’s hospital
- A ‘lucky escape’ for horses trapped in trailer stuck under fallen tree
- Dressage stallion bows out aged 16 after ‘emotional and unforgettable years’
- Showjumping whip rules and more things the horse world is talking about
- Which of Ros Canter’s five-star aces is she tipping for next season – and her new dream for the future
- Graham Fletcher: ‘It’s time for new whip rules to be introduced’
- December 11th
- 15 Christmas gift ideas for your dog
- ‘Stars in their own right’ Taylor and Swift are reunited in a loving home
- Do they know it’s Christmas time? The best festive treats for dogs
- Horse sanctuary counting the £10,000 cost as storm leaves trail of destruction
- 20 stocking fillers that are perfect for equestrians
- ‘Too challenging to understand’: why top rider is calling for showjumping to be made more accessible
- Farewell to an Olympic horse and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Horse & Hound; 12 December 2024
- Ian Stark on superstitions, speed and ‘Saturday morning stomach’
- December 10th
- Researchers use advanced maths to ‘identify and reduce’ risks to horses
- ‘A fighter to the end’: final farewell to Olympic horse aged 29
- Council to sell London 2012 riding centre, a judge calling out RSPCA witnesses, and other things the horse world is talking about
- 16 horsey gifts for the men in your life
- Judge cites RSPCA witnesses’ ‘hidden agenda’ after innocent owner’s horses put down
- Gift ideas for horsey ladies across all budgets
- ‘She’s fun, sweet and spicy’: Welsh mare bounces back to make London dreams come true
- December 9th
- ‘A loss for the sport’: London Olympic legacy riding centre to be sold despite 1,000-strong petition
- A horsey haven within the M25 – a fabulous 40-acre estate with 14 stables, outdoor arena and more
- ‘I’m proud to say he’s as sound as a young man’: farewell to jumping hero, who retires aged 17
- Welfare support for sport horses, hyperflexion – and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Budget-busting horsey gifts from just £4
- 9 things that anyone who learnt to ride in adulthood will know
- December 8th
- Fund to improve sport horse welfare in memory of top showjumper who died at World Cup Final
- ‘Every day with her is a bonus’: meet the pony who’s fabulous at 45 – and could be the UK’s oldest horse
- How to improve your balance to help boost your riding skills
- Escape to Tuscany with this special home complete with stables, arenas, a pool and more…
- December 7th
- ‘It was his calling’: farewell to RDA pony who ‘gave laughter and smiles to all’
- ‘Just by having him, I’d won’: horse who ‘touched countless lives’ wins national award aged 26
- New equine traceability system to launch in Ireland, as annual horse census takes place
- 9 things that only happen to horse owners
- December 6th
- Horses left to die after evil attack and other things the horse world is talking about
- Why we are seeing blue tongues in dressage arenas – and what needs to be done about it
- The history of hyperflexion in dressage training – and how the sport can move away from it
- Anna Ross: ‘Systems need to stand up to scrutiny, be logical and understandable’
- All about the poodle: the original ‘puddle-lover’ with a penchant for pompoms
- ‘More romance, betrayal and shoulder pads!’: season two of Rivals confirmed
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘This idea has more legs than a caterpillar convention’
- December 5th
- A lovely family home with 14 acres, an arena, stables and more
- Charlotte Dujardin, grass sickness breakthrough and more things the horse world is talking about
- ‘One of the darkest times of my life’: Charlotte Dujardin thanks supporters – and confirms pregnancy
- ‘Her torture is now over’ two stolen horses recovered but young mare found dead
- Kim Bailey: ‘Is it time for the King George to leave Kempton Park?’
- ‘A clear message’ as FEI suspends and fines Charlotte Dujardin for training video
- ‘I told my husband it was buy one, get one free!’ — and 7 other horsey confessions
- Likely cause of grass sickness found in major step to fighting devastating disease
- December 4th
- ‘It’s soul-destroying’ horses beaten, tied in barbed wire and left to die in ditch in unimaginable act of evil
- ‘Welcome to the world’: double Olympic team gold medallist becomes a father
- £5m filly tops the list in £57m horse sale
- Organisers, riders, and a top mare recognised for contributions to sport
- Horse & Hound; 5 December 2024
- December 3rd
- ‘Nothing like it’: unique opportunity to climb world’s largest horse head – and ‘fly’ down
- Donkeys help burnt out NHS staff reconnect with colleagues
- Starving foal who called to his dead friend as he was rescued becomes media star
- ‘Walter was telling me he thought it was a good idea!’: Ros Canter reflects on winning her first Burghley title
- The best way to deal with muddy gateways
- The British Eventing fixture list, a foal sold for £2.6m, and other things the horse world is talking about
- December 2nd
- ‘I never thought this could happen to someone like me’: filly foal sells for £2.6m
- We can’t believe this ‘EquiDry-style’ riding coat is still in stock at just £59 – and they’ve released a new colour for Cyber Monday
- A rare find for £750k – check out this unusual cottage with four stables and over 11 acres
- I worked in my local saddlery over the Black Friday weekend – here’s what was popular
- A gruelling cycling challenge completed, the death of a great horseman, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Horsey Christmas jumpers you need in your life
- ‘The Olympics is the goal’: rising star sole equestrian shortlisted for illustrious one-to-watch award
- ‘It was relentless, but event riders are a different breed’ – Piggy March on the mixed emotions of finishing charity bike challenge
- I’m a horse owner and avid welly wearer – these are the wellington boot deals I’d recommend this Cyber Monday
- Getting ready takes forever — and 7 other things you’d forgotten about winter riding
- December 1st
- ‘Her expertise and passion were inspirational’ farewell to dedicated trainer and group leader
- You could own the Rolex Grand Slam trophy – in Lego splendour
- Initiatives keep Georgie Campbell’s memory alive – and give back to the sport she loved
- ‘I thought I knew more than I did’: Becky Moody on the sliding doors moments that led to Olympic success
- ‘We’ve gone through every emotion possible and dug deeper than ever before’: charity bike riders complete 1,100km
- A slice of heaven in a desirable location with up to 28 acres, stables, arena and more could be yours
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