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January 2025
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- January 31st
- A sad farewell to a ‘great man’, a very special former racehorse and other things the horse world is talking about
- Little steps for big results: lead-rein producers share their winning formulae for the show ring’s budding stars
- Horse chased on to road by loose dog ‘shattered all four legs’: heartbroken owners speak out
- Sad farewell to ‘great man’ who owned Olympic horses and a Grand National winner
- British Eventing allows riders to drop showjumping or dressage phase in new concept
- ‘See you in the ring soon’: Olympic medallist recovering from surgery after fall
- Olympic rider back in the saddle three months after operation – and aiming for Badminton
- ‘A certain amount of relief’: world’s most expensive jumps racehorse makes British debut
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘We need to find spring’s equivalent of the little blue pills…’
- January 30th
- Super veterans, good horsemanship, and more things the horse world is talking about
- Move into Winnie The Pooh’s back garden with stables, an arena and incredible off-road hacking
- ‘My heart lies with the horses,’ says award winner who helps young people and sets horses up for happy futures
- ‘A huge blow’: Harry Redknapp’s star novice chaser ruled out of Cheltenham Festival – and the season
- Former racehorse who makes dreams come true honoured with prestigious award
- Jonbon: everything you need to know about this key Cheltenham Festival contender
- ‘I still want to be jumping when I’m 80’: no stopping horse and rider with combined age of 94
- Anna Ross: ‘Good horsemanship will never go out of fashion’
- The Horse & Hound Podcast 161: British eventer Holly Woodhead
- January 29th
- Horses still dying on Britain’s roads and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘We feel so blessed and lucky’: British team rider announces second pregnancy
- Going green – the steps you can take to manage your grazing land more sustainably
- ‘She was lucky, the next horse may not be’: trampled young mare fractured skull ‘en route to slaughter’
- Perspective change needed as 58 horses killed on our roads last year
- Horse & Hound; 30 January 2025
- January 28th
- The Shire horse turning heads, the tragic death of a pony by public feeding and other things the horse world is talking about
- Farewell to 15.1hh ‘cheeky coloured cob’ who went from Pony Club to Badminton
- Noseband measuring devices to be trialled in Britain this year
- Horse suffers fatal injuries in car collision after rider ‘thrown’
- What the public really thinks and how horse sport can gain trust
- 7 homework lessons for first-ridden combinations to build confidence and success for the new season
- January 27th
- ‘I definitely cried today’: horse secures emotional victory in full-circle moment
- ‘Over the moon’: eight months after breaking his neck in a fall, Trevor Breen lands major grand prix
- Family home with eight acres, three stables and some surprising features…
- Are horses and riders fit enough at five-star? Leading figures discuss…
- ‘She loves the job and just wants to win’: Scott Brash’s ‘super exciting’ new star lands debut five-star grand prix
- How to prepare your horse for a ride judge so they make the best possible impression
- January 26th
- Farewell to fabulous horseman and ‘true gentleman’
- How to find an ideal livery yard: six key things to consider before you decide
- ‘He laid in his lap and took his last breath’: devastation as much-loved pony dies after public feeding
- The struggles of balancing work, horses and family – more awareness needed as riders experience burnout
- ‘Not just numbers’ as owners cut back on food and energy to provide for their horses
- Something a little different – take a look around this property, located in the heart of horsey heaven
- January 25th
- Farewell to outstanding breeder and producer
- Meet Laura Tomlinson’s latest dressage star, who a top judge says ‘has all the ingredients of something truly special’
- ‘Lovely for people to see’: meet the pure Shire excelling in dressage and aiming for championships
- British Olympic gold medallist bows out after superb career
- Meet this distinctive home-bred racehorse that catches the eye wherever he goes
- January 24th
- Suspension for farrier who held horse still to hit him in the head with a hammer
- Storm Éowyn and other things the horse world is talking about
- Be ready to win with expert tips on last-minute planning and polish to ensure a successful show ring debut
- ‘Growing recognition’ of shared responsibility for horses’ lives leads to increased funding, plus more partnership news
- Storm Éowyn causes cancellations of equestrian competitions
- Are you ready to go eventing? A helpful fitness plan for a grassroots eventer
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘We need to talk about consequences and the definition of them…’
- January 23rd
- High-level events encouraged to use skilled ‘spotter’ system on cross-country
- Olympic rider recovering from injury, and more things the horse world is talking about
- A beautifully renovated farmhouse complete with 10 stables, 33 acres and more…
- The Queen hosts celebration to thank Paris Olympic and Paralympic riders
- The pros and cons of keeping a horse at home: what you really need to know
- Ronnie Lee Jones: ‘Why leasing showjumpers is becoming more popular’
- Making memories: foal of mare rescued from Wellingborough thrives as child’s loved pony
- ‘I’m on box rest!’ Olympic rider’s update after fracturing a vertebra in fall
- How to help a horse who is scared of the vet, with CVS Equine | A Horse & Hound Podcast advertisement feature
- January 22nd
- January 21st
- Meet the ‘all-rounder pony’ who turned out to be a one-eyed veteran stallion, plus other stories the horse world is talking about
- Welcoming everyone to horses benefits people – and the industry
- An emotional reunion as amateur breeder meets his Olympic legend again, 14 years on
- Showing articles exclusively available for Horse & Hound subscribers
- ‘Surprise’ arrival of one-eyed pony stallion leads to happy ending and new friendship
- How to safely feed your horse for extra condition this winter *Promotion*
- Look at me, judges! Expert tips on preparing your show horse to stand out in the ring for all the right reasons this season
- January 20th
- Heartbreak over two much-loved horses who died within 10 minutes of each other – and other things the horse world is talking about
- Proper job! Four-bed home with 19 acres, 8 stables and an arena in unbeatable countryside
- Olympic champion relocates to new country for the winter
- Can we bottle this rider’s winning feeling? ‘A moment I’ll never forget’ and 19-year-old horse wins towering six-bar
- Does your horse rush when jumping? Tips from an expert to help solve this problem
- January 19th
- Which future international dressage stars could break through at this summer’s European Championships?
- Final farewell to cheeky ‘complete showman’ champion who won it all
- Surprise BOGOF foal who ‘came out like a wooly mammoth’ thriving after -5C birth
- A horsey home with stables, an arena, grazing – and some intriguing planning permission…
- The passion and magic of horses features on billboards across the UK
- January 18th
- Are these our Los Angeles 2028 Olympic eventing individual medallists?
- Two ‘forgotten’ cobs prompt rescue team to speak out about rise in horse abandonments
- Heartbroken owner’s awareness call as horses who spent their lives together die within 10 minutes
- Are you an event rider looking for mentoring and more? Find out how to apply for support
- 12 things you need to know about exciting racing star Sir Gino ahead of the Cheltenham Festival
- January 17th
- New whip and spur rules, HOYS judges and other things the horse world is talking about
- Shetland pony who ‘bears the scars of her past’ begins happy new year
- LeMieux Brooke Waterproof Hybrid Jacket *H&H Approved*
- Catch the judges’ eye – when to clip, trim and hot-oil to create a great first impression in the show ring
- Farewell to pioneering British Olympic dressage rider, aged 99
- Judges confirmed for ‘the pinnacle of excellence’ at HOYS 2025
- Davy Russell: ‘Nicky Henderson gets so much stick, but he lets his horses do the talking’
- Learn how to strengthen your horse at home using polework
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘If 2025 sucked any harder, Dyson would be suing it for plagiarism’
- January 16th
- How to protect British shows, and more things the horse world is talking about
- Harry Hall All-Weather Full Length Riding Coat review
- A real stunner! Check out this wonderful family home with stables, a beautiful arena, horsewalker and 42 acres
- Equetech Stratus Padded Waterproof Jacket *H&H Approved*
- Are you on the hunt for a jogging companion? Check out these 10 dog breeds born to run
- A ‘massive step’ as new whip and spur rules are making a difference
- Money-saving measures launched to help horse owners
- Carl Hester: ‘Could money saved by not going abroad keep our home internationals alive?’
- How to form a fitness plan for your horse
- January 15th
- Celebrating a century in the saddle and other things the horse world is talking about
- Pikeur Renee Rain Coat review *H&H Approved*
- Meet the 18hh-plus star bought for £3,000, who defied the odds to win at 150/1
- Bitless dressage allowed and nosebands and double bridles optional in new Danish rules
- Shires Aubrion Halcyon Long Waterproof Riding Coat review
- Toggi Murphy Riding Jacket
- ‘I’ve lost my friend and partner in crime’ as unconventional champion dies aged 30
- Horse & Hound; 16 January 2025
- January 14th
- Cash-strapped council under fire over London Olympic legacy riding centre decision
- ‘Horses and farming were his life’ farewell to equestrian stalwart aged 92
- Grand prix track? Too easy! ‘Horse of a lifetime’, who is blind in one eye, proves an out-and-out winner
- Premier Equine Motet Ladies Waterproof Jacket review
- What next for the European young rider champion Olli Fletcher? ‘I have exciting horses and I’m hopeful for a successful 2025’
- Final farewell to much-loved Olympic horse, and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Eight-year-old in hospital and horse put down after road collision, man charged
- Expert tips for building up your show horse’s workload ready for the ring – with useful fitness timeline and warning signs
- January 13th
- A skilful World Cup win, Ellen Whitaker’s cracking prospect and class sponsor collects rosette from her four-year-old son
- Olympic champion’s serious fall, death of ‘the oldest horse’ in the world, and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Fourteen stables, an arena and how many acres? Check out this bargain £750,000 property that gives you real bang for your buck
- Knocked a tooth out in a fall? The first aid tips riders need to know
- ‘Bright, honest and a true friend’: beloved British Olympic dressage star dies aged 33
- How does the cost – and benefits – of riding lessons compare to other sports for kids?
- January 12th
- Mary, Joseph and Muriel the mule battle Cushing’s and foot abscesses in pantomime with a difference
- ‘I shall probably carry on riding,’ says former jockey who celebrated her 100th birthday in the saddle
- Risk factors that could reduce fatalities in jump racing identified
- 11 showjumping training tips from three-time Hickstead Derby winner John Ledingham and youth medallist Tabitha Kyle
- This equestrian set-up with stables, indoor and outdoor arenas, grazing, plus two houses, a log cabin and more could be yours…
- January 11th
- Officially the world’s oldest horse dies aged 36 having ‘lived the good life’
- Three-time Olympic champion avoids surgery after ‘serious’ riding fall
- ‘We can never repay him’: final farewell to ‘glorified carthorse’ eventer who brought joy to three generations
- Scheduling challenges and rising costs mean historic venue cancels international dressage
- From walking away to winning a European bronze medal: Oliver Gould’s unexpected return to dressage
- ‘Keep it simple and let horses be horses,’ says Olympic groom Sofie Karlsson as she reveals her top management tips
- January 10th
- Major airline helps crack down on donkey skin trade, plus more partnership news
- Andrew McConnon’s provisional suspension from horse sport and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Improve your horse’s rideability and straightness with Harry Meade’s three-fence jumping exercise
- Places to stay near Blenheim so you don’t miss any of the eventing Europeans’ action
- Olympic rider ‘looking forward to the future’ as he switches equestrian sports
- ‘A little superstar’: heartbroken farewell to tiny pony who won it all
- Graham Fletcher: ‘Let’s big up London and our sport’
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘Unlike Elsa, the cold does bother us…’
- January 9th
- Five-star rider Andrew McConnon provisionally suspended over horse abuse allegations
- Appeal after horse dies in fire, plus more things the equestrian world is talking about
- An immaculate barn conversion, with stables, grazing and more in a very convenient location
- ‘They don’t breed them like him any more’: sad farewell to the ‘perfect Connemara’
- 12 warm heavyweight turnouts for the winter
- Your guide to Blenheim European Eventing Championships tickets if you want to be there to see the action in person
- January 8th
- Devastation as horse dies in third deliberate fire at stud
- Is it time to sell? How to know when to part ways with your horse
- Do you love pets and writing? We may have your ideal job…
- Horses lose out to alpacas and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- ‘I want the course filled with tractors’: racing offers farmers free entry in light of ‘devastating’ tax changes
- European Eventing Championships at Blenheim
- Horse & Hound; 9 January 2025
- January 7th
- ‘So many beautiful memories’: Olympia freestyle winner bows out after super career
- ‘It’s disappointing’: equestrian Olympic medallists miss out on new year honours
- ‘He’s the king of the stable’: oldest horse and youngest rider win to qualify for national championships
- Top British course-designer for Blenheim Europeans, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Expert tips to turn your hairy horses into showing stars ready to impress the judges
- VQ Rechargeable Hand Warmer And Power Bank
- Time to roll up your sleeves – jobs you need to do during January
- January 6th
- A home for all the family! Check out this farmhouse with 20 stables, 26 acres, and fabulous facilities
- Olympic champion has a baby on the way, the dramatic rescue of a veteran, and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘I was honoured to be asked’ says top British course-designer called up for Blenheim Europeans
- ‘They could lose their beloved horses’: riding school and equine rescue at risk as council leases its grazing to alpacas
- Fuel your performance: rider nutrition tips to help optimise your results
- January 5th
- January 4th
- ‘He loves a slice of cake’: meet the spotted, speed-demon superstar who’s qualified for Blue Chip aged 21
- Thousands of new training opportunities to benefit riders and former racehorses
- Rider fitness: what do we really mean by ‘core’ and how does it work?
- 14 things your trainer might have said — warning: sense of humour required
- January 3rd
- Meet the 2024 M&M supreme best of breed winners from London International
- ‘One of a kind’ medal-winning mare retired after top-flight career
- How inheritance tax changes could hit equestrians, and other things the horse world is talking about
- How to remove stable stains and keep a grey horse clean
- ‘Beyond blessed’: Olympic champion to become a father
- Pony found with gaping neck wound ‘likely to have suffered for weeks’
- Perfect your working hunter pony’s performance with solutions to 7 common problems
- Pammy Hutton: ‘Riding schools are our lifeline – but who will fight for them?’
- 4 fitness exercises to do at home that could improve your riding
- January 2nd
- Equine vets view kicks as ‘everyday norm’ – concerns injuries are not reported
- New Year training inspiration, fireworks, and more things the horse world is talking about
- ‘Focus and don’t give up’: meet the 21-year-old rider who is rapidly ticking items off her showing bucket list
- Horse & Hound; 3 January 2025
- Happy Birthday, William Fox-Pitt! Here’s some of his career highlights to celebrate…
- January 1st
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