All content Archive | February 2026

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February 28th
- ‘We owe him everything’: horse who loved a crowd and beat Valegro dies aged 24 after happy retirement
- Transparency or a ‘state of limbo’? HOYS returns to 2024 judging format
- ‘There was something very special about Marj’: farewell to much-loved horsewoman
- ‘The feed room is where performance truly begins’: Vet explains the art and science of feeding performance horses
February 27th
- ‘People’s response has been phenomenal’: new police horses help educate drivers
- ‘I wouldn’t want anyone else to go through this’: owners speak up after new horse found to have incurable hoof condition
- ‘It’s not about glitz and glamour, but the care provided’: national federation rewarding stables that put horse wellbeing first
- 6 simple steps to supple and sparkling tack
- 27 Mother’s Day gift ideas for the best horsey mums
- 13 body protectors for children that are up to Pony Club and riding school standards
February 26th
- ‘Riders will continue to feel the impact of his work for decades to come’: farewell to equine vet and researcher
- ‘Her impact is still enormous’: posthumous award for coach who dedicated her life to horses
- H&H’s guide to working hunter pony classes: what to know before you give them a go
- ‘Every show is a treasured memory now’: Carl Hester and Fame kick off their season with Doha double
- Graham Fletcher: ‘Filling the grandstands is just as important as the VIP boxes’
- 11 of the best body protectors that meet the current standards
- Everything you need to know about body protector standards – and what’s accepted for your discipline
February 25th
- Time called on Constitution Hill’s hurdles career – but fans will see him parade at the Cheltenham Festival
- Meet Willie Mullins’ key Cheltenham Festival 2026 contenders: ‘This horse still has the ability to win the Gold Cup’
- Top showjumper Joe Stockdale reveals how he turns pressure into record-breaking form
- Eventing world remembers La Biosthetique-Sam FBW: ‘We were fortunate to witness greatness’
- #savethevetschool campaign successful as vet education to continue at Cambridge University
- What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 26 February
- LeMieux unveils five new spring/summer colours for 2026
February 24th
- Don’t hedge your vets! Much hilarity as equine surgeon takes ‘flying lesson’
- If your horse is underweight this expert advice for feeding poor-doers will set you safely on the right path
- Dressage horses’ stress behaviours increase with competition levels – but scores unaffected
- The best tack cleaners and conditioners that will bring shine to your tack room
February 23rd
- Jockey who won £500,000 launches scheme to help young riders
- ‘She outdid all our expectations’: British team mare who launched Gareth Hughes’ championship career dies aged 28
- Tiny rider facing fifth open heart surgery named honorary Grand National runner: ‘He lives life to the full’
- ‘I think he could win the Gold Cup’: 17-time champion amateur jockey’s selection for Cheltenham’s blue riband
- Equine first-aid kit essentials: what you really need
- ‘He was fearless and taught me to ride fast across country’: Laura Collett says emotional farewell to five-star partner
February 22nd
- ‘We want you to enjoy the journey’: new showing society is for everyone, from grassroots to the top
- Farewell to former Olympic eventer and Grand National winner, aged 88
- Sometimes the weather wins: owners struggling to poo-pick reassured on worm control this wet winter
- How to stop the drift and correct a horse that swerves over a fence
February 21st
- Beyond the bale: thinking outside the box to ensure our horses have the forage they need
- ‘I know just what can happen’: young eventer and her dad aim to help research into paralysis treatment
- ‘It’s Jerry’s world and we all live in it’: 14.2hh Welsh cob wins 1.55m bareback challenge and qualifies for Hickstead pony final in two days
- Meet Marine Nationale, the small-yard superstar bidding for Cheltenham Festival hat-trick
February 20th
- ‘We hope others may be able to follow our lead’: feed business donates £5,000 to equine charity facing tough times
- Laminitic pony in ‘extreme pain’ put down after owner refused veterinary treatment
- ‘Love from Elizabeth’: handwritten note and horse drawings by The late Queen as a child come to light
- Racesafe adds ‘slim and unobtrusive’ air jacket to its safety range for riders
- Horse & Hound’s useful guide to eventing levels in Britain
- How to report a horse welfare concern, neglect or mistreatment
- Hotels and holiday lets near Epsom Downs Racecourse
February 19th
- ‘It’s horses like that who get a piece of your heart’: farewell to prominent breeding stallion, aged 23
- ‘Cross-country remains at the core, but it’ll be a little less hilly coming home’: changes to Bramham course for 2026
- Tell us what you want
- ‘This case still haunts me’: woman with life ban on keeping animals left horses to suffer alongside their dead companions *warning: upsetting pictures*
- 6 of the warmest waterproof wellies with a neoprene shaft
- 7 things you might not know about showjumping power couple Matt Sampson and Kara Chad
- Carl Hester warns riders to ‘be careful what you wish for’ ahead of the FEI dressage rules revision
- Top event riders share their tips for training horses to tackle drops with confidence
February 18th
- ‘You have been everything’: Olympic superstar mare retires aged 16 to enjoy the future she deserves
- ‘I plan to enjoy every moment’: Annabella Pidgley and Pumpkin make World Cup debut and look ahead to the future
- ‘An incredibly sad time’ as equine welfare charity announces two centres at risk of closure
- ‘This year’s race really stands out in terms of quality’: Grand National weights revealed
- How to weigh a horse – and why it’s so important
- 7 headcollars for handling strong horses safely
- What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 19 February
February 17th
- ‘Experiencing the magic’: retired racehorses mark Chinese year of the horse in city centre
- ‘I lost my best friend’: supreme event horse who rewrote history books dies aged 26
- Epsom Derby tickets are available now with an early-bird discount, plus details on watching for free
- Meet the eight outstanding individuals presented with awards at the 2026 BSPS conference
February 16th
- Falls, frangibles and concussion in the eventing safety spotlight
- From ‘needs more suppleness’ to ‘could be more uphill’: what dressage judges’ comments really mean (and how to use them when training at home)
- ‘What a way to start’: Charlotte Dujardin’s former ride returns to competition with his new owner
- An innovative new jumping class could boost spectators and create a fresh market for 1.30m horses, suggests Carmen Edwards
February 15th
- ‘His was a full life, well lived’: farewell to breeder and respected equestrian
- ‘Maybe he’s helped other horses’: safety measures taken in top stallion’s memory come to the fore after horsebox accident
- New ‘fabulous’ off-road route on stately home estate gives riders access to ancient woodlands
- ‘My job is to challenge the horse but never overstep the mark’: Joe Stockdale on what a good training session should look like
February 14th
- ‘A man of integrity, kindness and remarkable spirit’: farewell to brilliant horseman, aged 81
- ‘The stars aligned’: cob dumped unwanted, alone and feral becomes winning dressage diva
- 5 effective ways to occupy stabled horses when turnout is reduced
February 13th
- Joy and tears as British team horse moves to new rider: ‘There’s nothing not to love about him’
- The major UK horse trials that eventing fans shouldn’t miss in 2026
- ‘Caring for our retired racehorses is key – once you sell a horse, you lose all control’, warns Kim Bailey
- 10 pairs of adjustable wellies to suit all leg shapes
February 12th
- Sadness as former British team horse dies aged 13 despite ‘every possible effort to save him’
- Badminton shares preparations to ensure the ground is at its best following wet winter
- Great Britain fields youthful team as LLN showjumping resumes: ‘Come and cheer for the future stars of our lovely sport!’
- ‘Why I’ll always choose a native’: Harlow White on the ‘amazing’ qualities of the breeds she loves best
- How to prioritise reading Horse & Hound stories on Google
- 10 trailers to consider if you’re looking to buy, with examples from all the major brands
February 11th
- It’s as if January said ‘hold my beer’ – has this been the most miserable winter yet?
- What to wear to the races – all occasions covered
- How to make the most of cross-country schooling with advice from top trainers
- What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 12 February
February 10th
- ‘I have to stay on the ground for a few weeks’: Olympic showjumper sidelined
- ‘There’s so much the public can take from the sport’: calls to raise the profile of para dressage
- How to get to Aintree Racecourse – all travel options considered
February 9th
- Former school teacher wins historic first five-star with ‘the best horse I’ve ever ridden’
- Different types of bedding and their advantages for the perfect stable setup
- Much-loved ‘quirky’ Grand National runner retires aged 13: ‘A remarkable horse to be involved with’
- Short of forage? Don’t despair – Dengie’s here to help with its range of forage replacers
- We shouldn’t take riding horses for granted and we should tell others why we love it, says Pammy Hutton
February 8th
- Royal Windsor to support serving personnel and veterans through horses, plus more partnership news
- ‘He’s so loved’: pony who survived Spindle Farm horrors comes home for good
- ‘Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it!’ Meet the two mules making waves on the bloodhounding field
- Exceptional skill, kindness and lifelong dedication: farewell to master saddler
- ‘I’ve just got to bite the bullet and do it’: British grand prix dressage rider returns to the UK to set up on her own
February 7th
- And she would ride 12,000 miles! 82-year-old rider’s delight at milestone – with no plans to give up
- ‘She’s gorgeous’: top British rider eyes World Championships with exciting new ride
- Campaign launched to raise awareness of possible risks of inhaling hoof smoke
- ‘He gives me Valegro vibes’: meet Louise Bell’s exciting rising star Peaky Blinder
February 6th
- Pass the remote! Rivals season two release date confirmed alongside sneak peek of upcoming action
- Horse feed recalled: manufacturer confirms ‘no harmful substance present’
- Should horse rescues be licensed? MPs debate as Government to ask the question
- 85 cross-country courses and schooling venues for hire across the country
- 22 Lunar New Year collections to celebrate the Year of the Horse
February 5th
- ‘The absolute best of grassroots sport’: horsewoman who changes lives wins Sunday Times award
- ‘A king in global dressage breeding’: thousands vote famous sire of top grand prix horses for posthumous honour
- Horse & Hound’s learning to ride guide for adults
- Eventing rule changes for 2026 – what you need to know about voice aids in dressage, tack rules and flag penalties
- ‘Vets who haven’t seen the horse in the flesh are stopping riders from buying,’ warns Richard Sheane of Cooley Farm
February 4th
- Warning about livery contracts after increase in disputes going to court
- Heading to Aintree? Find hotels, B&Bs and holiday lets near the racecourse
- Teach your horse to jump water trays with tips from top showjumpers
- ‘She owes us nothing’: consistent five-star mare to miss the eventing season to injury
- Scott Brash is crowned world number one: ‘Success comes from the time you invest in your horses’
- Get your tickets for the 2026 Grand National Festival
- British five-star event rider swaps nationality: ‘Becoming part of a culture that celebrates big dreams feels like the right home’
- What’s in this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 5 February
February 3rd
- ‘I loved every second of him’: heartbroken farewell to horse who went to the top in two disciplines
- ‘Hopefully this is just the beginning’: young jockey blazes trail with historic victory
- 28 Valentine’s Day gifts and cards with a horsey twist
- Farewell to all-round equine enthusiast and lifelong horse lover, aged 89
February 2nd
- ‘Exceptionally wet ground conditions’ force cancellation of early British Eventing fixture
- Top British team rider announces birth of her second child: ‘Very proud and extremely lucky’
- ‘I have loved every single moment’: Frankie Dettori retires on double win after living ‘his dream’ for 40 years
- 10 competition legal whips in a variety of styles for every discipline
- Don’t miss your essential guide to the 2026 season, in shops from Thursday 19 February
- ‘He’s a big lovable oaf’ – meet this rising eventing star and find out the novel solution to keeping him happy on holiday
February 1st
- ‘Ensuring everyone gets home safe’: tanker driver wins award after riders share footage of his driving – which will help train others
- Dispute over dog in divorce case highlights why including horses in pre-nups could be useful
- Horses can smell humans’ fear and joy, study finds, and change their behaviour accordingly
- New series with £1,000 top prize to reward consistent combinations
- If you’re considering becoming a freelance groom, this is what you need to know before going alone