All content Archive | February 2025

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February 28th
- A major show’s new rule on tails, farewell to a much-loved pony and other things the horse world is talking about
- Farewell to Hovis, who was loved by thousands, raised £100,000 and inspired Olympic gold
- Top British eventer crowned sportswoman of the year for fourth time
- Rider who falsified passport and Olympic ‘confirmation’ letter suspended and fined
- ‘The hardest class to master’: how to achieve the calm perfection judges want to see in a sparkling show hack
- ‘He will be dearly missed’: tributes paid to pony who made dreams come true
- A stunning home complete with stables, arena, 21 acres, leisure complex, wedding venue and more…
February 27th
- ‘All horses must have tails’: major show brings in new rule on welfare grounds
- Olympic medallist injured, a court rules on cloned ponies, and more things the horse world is talking about
- 7 things you wanted to know about affiliated dressage but were too embarrassed to ask
- Hat bags that offer extra protection
- Court orders return of cloned ponies in landmark ruling
- ‘I’m going to need time’: Olympic medallist recovering from emergency surgery
- Pammy Hutton: ‘We need better marketing’
- The Horse & Hound Podcast 162: multiple champion trainer Nicky Henderson
February 26th
- Spinal Research and Royal Windsor join forces, plus other partnership news
- The death of a legendary sire and other things the horse world is talking about
- 22 pieces of horsey jewellery that caught our eye
- ‘He should have had years left’: heartbreak as talented horse dies after collision with tractor trailer
- ‘Your spirit will live on for ever’: legendary sire of Valegro dies aged 29
- Horse & Hound; 27 February 2025
- Looking for your next showjumping star? Check out these top riders’ tips
February 25th
- Want to go showing in 2025? Find out which showing societies you need to join…
- ‘Horses can show conflict behaviours and still win’: concern over links between mouth opening and oral lesions in dressage
- When a horse met a wild rhino, learnings from a terrifying stable fire, and other things the equestrian world is talking about
- Feeding horses with equine gastric ulcer syndrome – what are the options? *Promotion*
- Teach your horse the art of patience and power with Alex Bragg’s five-fence training exercise
February 24th
- Mount St John Freestyle dances to +91% victory: ‘Proud is an understatement’
- Owner of pony found dead with chain still attached banned from keeping horses
- Hack without leaving home at this 100-acre property with gallops and more
- Looking out for misconduct at the World Cup, the death of a fine horseman and other things the horse world is talking about
- Inside Becky Moody’s daily routine of coaching, competing and the realities of professional dressage
February 23rd
- Sad farewell to ‘one of the finest horsemen Britain has ever known’
- ‘He’s more scared of rocks!’ horse and rhino share incredible encounter
- New study finds genes that may increase risk of broken bones in horses
- Calling all grassroots eventers! Plan your 2025 season with our helpful guide to series and championships
- This place has it all! A wonderful home with stables, arena, 18 acres, indoor pool, tennis court and more
February 22nd
- ‘Another few minutes and it would have killed the horses’: coach speaks out on why stable yard fire safety plans are essential
- From chronic pain and a bleak outlook to success – and ‘none of it would have been possible without horses’
- ‘Times are changing and we have to go with them’: showing world reacts to HOYS changes
- Going showjumping? Here’s what you need to know about the new whip rules…
- Want to start affiliated eventing? Here’s what you need to know…
February 21st
- ‘Everyone loves him’: veteran horse inundated with visitors after rescue from canal
- Dutch parliament backs tack ban, a yard favourite lost to colic, and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘Look closely, not away’: FEI World Cup Final organisers announce zero-tolerance policy on welfare violations
- Train your riding horse to be a champion in the show ring with these 5 simple steps
- Galopin Des Champs: everything you need to know about this two-time Cheltenham Gold Cup victor
- Equidry’s first-ever fitted jacket collection combines practicality with style
- 13 riding hats that are worth your attention
- Do you need horse rider insurance and what does it cover?
February 20th
- RDA centre given £5,000 for new ‘unicorn’, and more partnership news
- A gorgeous country home with brilliant equestrian facilities could be yours…
- ‘Horse sports will change radically’ as Dutch parliament backs ban on ‘all animal-unfriendly’ tack
- ‘He was a huge favourite’: heartbreak as three-time Cheltenham Festival winner dies from colic
- ‘Endless cuddles’ for top showjumper as he heads into retirement, plus other things the horse world is talking about
- Does your older horse need a ‘veteran’ insurance policy, plus other common queries answered…
- Rowland Fernyhough: ‘Selling a horse may soon become impossible’
- What is British Eventing’s new XC+? Your questions answered…
February 19th
- What equestrians can learn from gymnastics and more things the horse world is talking about
- ‘Thank you for everything, my best friend’: championship horse ‘with heart of gold’ retires
- Want to own a Shire horse? Follow this guide to find the perfect one
- Gymnastics turned its sporting ‘crisis’ into welfare reform – can horse sport follow suit?
- The ultimate guide to horsebox insurance
- Lessons with Olympic riders and more up for grabs to benefit Georgie Campbell Foundation
- Horse & Hound; 20 February 2025
- Gearing up for the eventing season? Check out what you need to wear…
February 18th
- British Eventing promises riders ‘a worthy BE80 championship’ after venue change
- Gold medallist to be sold, a prestigious posthumous award, and more things the horse world is talking about
- No foot, no horse – hoof supplements to help maintain healthy hooves
- Exclusions, death cover and other common horse insurance misconceptions
- Government hears from owners on fireworks – after 130 horses have died
- ‘This could be our last show’: top rider reveals Paris Olympic horse to be sold after winning performance
- How Alex Bragg’s training exercise uses turns to master straightness while jumping
February 17th
- Grazing galore, stables and a fabulous arena – is this the ideal farmstead?
- How to cut the cost of your horse insurance while staying protected
- Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s simply Incredible! Amazing horse takes flight and British rider makes remarkable recovery
- Tributes paid to young talent who ‘inspired many’, plus other things the horse world is talking about
- Extra qualifying opportunities, split classes and other HOYS changes
February 16th
- Farewell to ‘legendary powerhouse’ who was a ‘committed horsewoman to the end’
- *Opinion* Why the negativity? Hobby-horsing could have benefits for us all
- ‘The children see anything is possible’: Olympic medallist goes back to his roots to present awards and eat pizza
- 11 things you need to know about racing star Teahupoo ahead of the Cheltenham Festival
- ‘He will be deeply missed’: exceptionally talented 24-year-old rider dies after fall
- This place has it all! A stunning family home with stables, indoor and outdoor arenas, swimming pool, 61 acres and more…
February 15th
- ‘They’re inseparable’: two donkeys who had lost their companions find friendship together
- Call for riders to back dog petition after horse’s tragic death
- ‘A true gentleman’ of a horse who taught riders, modelled and met royals honoured with posthumous award
- William Fox-Pitt says ‘It must be the right thing’ about ‘game-changing’ directory of tack fitters
- Scared after falling off a horse? A confidence coach explains why this might happen
- ‘Astounding – I’m so proud’: Ireland delivers a rare and remarkable result in Longines League of Nations
- Dress for success with Horse & Hound’s what to wear guide for dressage competitions
February 14th
- Shetland ponies fly ‘business class’ to Hong Kong and arrive ‘feeling fabulous’
- The barefoot trimming industry, Olympic disqualifications, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Solve these six common cob problems to give you the edge in the show ring this season
- ‘A chance for Brits to make a statement’: a Who’s Who guide to the 2025 Longines League of Nations
- William Funnell: ‘Hearing your national anthem never gets old’
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘The inequality of life…’
February 13th
- Championships’ move from major venue and other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘If they save one life it’s worth it’: persistence pays off for horse and rider road safety
- 8 things we unquestioningly do, even though, thinking about it, it’s a bit weird
- ‘Reluctant decision’ as Bramham steps down as host of BE80 national championships
- 9 therapeutic rugs your horse will thank you for
- Laura Tomlinson on turning 40: ‘A lot has changed since I first started’
- Is now the time for the barefoot trimming industry to be regulated?
February 12th
- ‘A golden opportunity’ for amateurs as HOYS pathway returns – and new championship announced
- ‘We want to turn this dark page’: sporting body speaks out after failed Olympic dope tests
- ‘I never thought she would be a jockey’: rider proves father wrong after completing 100 races
- Previous winner among Grand National entries for 2025 as weights are revealed
- Former Olympic and European champions shun top series, plus other things the horse world is talking about
- ‘We were told he’d never jump again – we lost all hope’: top stallion defies the odds to win grand prix
- Horse & Hound; 13 February 2025
- On the hunt for the perfect family horse? Here’s what you need to look for
- LeMieux unveils new mixy-matchy colours for Spring Summer 2025
February 11th
- The sport has lost a friend: sad farewell to ‘passionate and dedicated’ supporter aged 53
- Vigilance advised for horses returning to Britain after foot and mouth outbreak in Europe
- Eventing ‘over’ at major championship venue after payment dispute
- Why are top riders Steve Guerdat and Martin Fuchs boycotting the Longines League of Nations?
- Meet the Hales family’s beloved grey Cheltenham Festival contender L’Eeau Du Sud
- Olympic and European medallists to propose plan for the sport of dressage – plus more things the horse world is talking about
- Sharp and snappy: Gemma Stevens’ gridwork exercise that will teach your horse to be both careful and bold
February 10th
- Immaculate inside and out! Smart horsey home with four stables, four acres, an arena and more
- Nail-biting jump-off secures top rider’s spot in home World Cup final
- ‘A dreadful blow’: top horse in hospital after injury
- 8 common horsey terms you may have been getting wrong for years without realising
February 9th
- 13 things all the best horsey mums and dads do for their kids
- Horses ‘restore boy’s faith in human kindness’ – and save his life
- Equine Romeo and Juliet find love – but not together – ‘just in time for Valentine’s Day’
- A thing of beauty! Check out this Cotswolds manor house with 30 stables, an arena, 172 acres, indoor pool and much more
February 8th
- ‘It is quite symbolic’: Paris medal winner tops thrilling indoor eventing class
- 7 things adult riders who have ponies are sick of hearing
- British medallist joins top names to ‘review’ dressage and create a future plan
- ‘Thank you for keeping us safe’: brave police horse who’s ‘master of the side-eye’ retires after distinguished career
- ‘It was his time’: sad farewell to 30-year-old pony who brought joy to so many
- Fancy trying affiliated dressage, but not quite sure where to start? You need to read this…
February 7th
- ‘He very much regrets what happened’: guilty plea for disqualified, uninsured driver who fatally injured horse and hurt rider
- ‘Tone-deaf’ grooms’ prizes, a horse winched out of thick mud and other things the horse world is talking about
- Dressage organiser David Crockford sentenced for voyeurism under Sexual Offences Act
- Are uniformly loose nosebands the answer to horse sport’s image problems, or ‘the beginning of the end’?
- Need somewhere to stay near Bury Farm? Here are some great options…
- Leading show criticised for giving winning grooms shampoo voucher as a prize
- Horse who may have been tangled in his rug straps has to be winched out of thick mud
- H&H’s Bethan Simons: ‘London’s showing classes were welcoming, supportive and inclusive’
- Meet Willie Mullins’ key Cheltenham Festival contenders: ‘A huge honour to be involved with a horse like Galopin Des Champs’
- Hovis’ Friday diary: ‘Our level of sacrifices need to rise to prompt spring to do its thing’
February 6th
- Horse and rider training
- A horrific discovery, an Olympic doping case, and more things the horse world is talking about
- Five horses put down after shipment including sick equines and terrified foals intercepted
- ‘A black period’ as supplement recommended by team vet led to failed drug test at Paris Olympics
- A drop dead gorgeous family home, complete with arena, swimming pool, gym and more
- WeatherBeeta Kyla II Waterproof Jacket review *H&H Approved*
- Magnetic boots, bandages, bands, chaps and wraps – all for your horse
- Ariat Tempest Waterproof Insulated Parka *H&H Approved*
- Kim Bailey: ‘The good, the bad and the ugly…’
- 9 reasons we can’t wait for spring
February 5th
- Safety call after Olympic rider’s fall and other things the horse world is talking about
- Choosing the right photos and videos to sell your horse
- Frangibles, tech and ‘€1m for 1000 fences’ – big ideas debated in eventing
- Farewell to world-renowned billionaire who ‘left an indelible mark on our sport’, aged 88
- Can you help find the culprit? Dead one-eyed mare tied to telegraph pole, dragged from vehicle and dumped
- Horse & Hound; 6 February 2025
- When should you clip your horse for the final time to ensure a gleaming summer coat? H&H investigates…
February 4th
- Nick Skelton’s special tribute to John Hales: ‘I wouldn’t have got back in the saddle without him… he was a proper friend’
- 9 checks all riders should make before the start of the eventing season
- Hundreds back call for change after Olympic rider has ‘probably the worst fall of my career’
- Hobby horse riders to join Olympians at first international event of the season
- ‘He still loves racing’: Grade One winner makes connections proud in new sphere
- John Whitaker’s jumping donkey, a top Brit’s brilliant comeback, and other things the horse world is talking about
- Improve your horse’s footwork while jumping and have fun with Gemma Stevens’ gridwork exercise
February 3rd
- Two generations of Whitakers – with a 58-year age gap – win on same day
- Regency splendour! Check out this luxe home with stables, arena, lunge pen and more
- ‘A surprise comeback, but what an example he sets’: British team stalwart makes winning return in Nations Cup thriller
- What all horse owners should be thinking about in February *Promotion*
- Rider disqualified from Paris Olympics after treating sick dog, farewell to a popular eventing stallion, and other things the horse world is talking about
- From irrelevant to influencer! How your horse would build a social media following (if he had his own account)
February 2nd
- ‘Everyone loves her:’ meet John Whitaker’s donkey who hob-nobs with grand prix horses and teaches the youngsters to jump
- ‘They’ll set the event on fire’ Shetland ponies set to take Hong Kong by storm
- ‘I owe him everything – and he still loves jumping at 23’: elite British eventer on her horse of a lifetime
- How a former racehorse changed the life of a young woman facing homelessness
- A lovely family home in a great location, with a very intriguing equestrian offering…
February 1st
- Farewell to coloured event stallion who made his rider’s dreams come true
- ‘Don’t let me die, Mummy’: young rider and woman savaged by pack of dogs
- Rider disqualified from Paris Olympics as result of treating his sick dog
- ‘He’s picked up that I can’t see’, says rider of ‘amazing’ former racehorse
- 10 little-known rules of showing etiquette you need to swot up on before the season
- Cheltenham Festival is next stop for Gredley family’s home-bred star East India Dock