Latest from Horse welfare
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Owners urged to act before horse welfare is compromised: elderly pony dumped in ‘unrelenting pain’ highlights growing UK problem -
‘When whips are fashion accessories, what message does that send?’ asks equine welfare expert -
‘Think carefully about where horses you sell may end up’: warning to owners after six suffering equines owned by ‘horse trader’ had to be put down -
427 eliminations, 84 welfare-related: British Dressage reveals first welfare statistics and outlines next steps for change -
‘But my horse is well cared for’: equestrians conflicted over equine welfare versus long-standing habits -
Research confirms enrichment can have a positive impact on stabled horses -
Showing producer under investigation for backing dummy video -
How to change owners’ behaviour to make their horses’ lives better -
New levy on foals aims to help give thoroughbreds better lives -
Changes after ‘Horses – Making a Killing’ documentary need cross-border support to protect equine welfare -
*Opinion* Does anyone really think a small thoroughbred should be asked to carry more than nearly 16 stone? -
Rider size limits enforced as part of new welfare rules -
Help your horse fit in: how to introduce a horse to a new herd without stress or conflict -
Former Olympic rider Cesar Parra suspended for 15 years in ‘deeply unsettling’ horse abuse case -
‘The welfare of horses has been disregarded in the pursuit of results’: Denmark bans double bridle at lower levels in major welfare shake-up -
Do we need nosebands? Experts have their say on comfort, fit and common myths -
Court upholds lifetime ban for rescue centre owner who allowed horses to suffer -
Better education – not exams – for horse owners could be key to better welfare -
Emergency rule change bans unnatural mouth foam as it’s ‘clearly against horse welfare’
