As with any industry, especially those which involve animals, there are always issues around management, regulations and welfare. Here we aim to keep you up to date with current issues affecting the equestrian industry. From changes to racing rules, to riders actions at competitions to the horse population crisis. We aim to bring you the latest.
It is widely accepted that thoroughbreds have been selectively bred for speed over the decades. However, there is a lot of debate as to whether thoroughbreds are getting faster or… Read More »Are thoroughbreds being bred for speed?
I’m sure many of you dread the thick mud which comes along in winter. Both you and your horse get splattered, all outside jobs become more of a challenge and… Read More »Coping with Mud Fever this winter.
My Granddad was the one who inspired my love of horses, especially thoroughbreds. One of his favourite charities was The Injured Jockeys Fund. Racing is a very dangerous sport and… Read More »The Injured Jockeys Fund
I’m sure several of you have seen some of the videos by jockey Mathew Batchelor and his funny antics with Wocket Woy and Nobby. If you haven’t seen these videos,… Read More »Mattie Bach and Wocket Woy ~ more than just fun?
You may have seen my previous post about road rage and dangerous driving. However, one rider in the UK started a new campaign on Facebook at the start of August and… Read More »Strip off to save lives!
If you live in the UK, I’m sure you will be aware that it has been suggested that the fox hunting ban may be lifted. This has sparked lots of… Read More »An insight on Fox Hunting.
I recently came across an article on social media about cyclists in Australia may soon need licenses to use the roads. I’m not sure how true this article is, but… Read More »Licenses for Cyclists?
Dressage riders always look so smart in their top hat and riding in a riding hat on a hot day really isn’t enjoyable. However, being a hot day or a… Read More »Top Hat, No Hat and Unhelpful Comments!
Every week I seem to see something new on line about problems horses and riders have faced on the road or other road users complaining about horses on the roads.… Read More »Road Rage: Can we fix the problem?
My degree at University is focused on breeding and stud management. During my first two years there I have had it drilled into me the importance of a good breeding… Read More »So you want to breed your mare: How to start?
