What’s in Horse & Hound magazine, in shops from 9 October 2025

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In this week’s Horse & Hound, in shops from Thursday 9 October, we learn more about racehorses who have retired with their grooms including our cover star Grade Two winner Solo, who has retired with his groom Chloe Humphries. In the news pages, we say a fond farewell to Jilly Cooper and look into the shocking full report on banned rider Cesar Parra. Also in this week’s issue, we meet Cassie Sanger, the highest placed Burghley first-timer, who has been based with Ros Canter this season. In the Vet Clinic, we look at treating conditions in the living part of the horse’s tooth, the pulp. This week’s exclusive columns are from Laura Tomlinson and William Funnell for dressage and showjumping fans. We also bring readers additional eventing, showjumping, dressage, showing and riding club reports from around the UK. For hunting enthusiasts, Alastair Jackson writes about David Barker, a huntsman ‘as talented with hounds as horses’. There are also many other articles for equestrian fans to enjoy – see a more detailed breakdown below.

Carol Phillips
Carol Phillips
Website editor

Carol is an experienced journalist and editor, who is also a passionate amateur rider and dedicated horse owner, having ridden since childhood. She has a particular interest in the emotional well-being and ethical training of horses, alongside veterinary matters, having garnered extensive first-hand experience of numerous equine health conditions through more than 30 years of horse ownership.