Due for a new helmet? Now’s the time for horse riders to buy in
Get a discounted helmet on September 16 and 17, for International Helmet Awareness Day.
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Where there’s a will … Equine charity supporters urged to consider a legacy
Remember A Charity Week’s theme this year is “Have Your Say on the World You Want to Pass On”.
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US House Rules Committee criticized for voting down horse amendments
“If this direction continues, Congress will only embolden a relative few intent on ridding our public lands of wild horses, altogether, for personal profit.”
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Rise in horses rescues across England and Wales last year described as alarming
“For several years now we as a charity have been picking up the pieces of the equine crisis,” the RSCPA says.
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The squeeze that could help save your foal’s life
Madigan Foal Squeeze Procedure can deliver quite remarkable results in newborns with neonatal maladjustment syndrome.
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Gifts and cards help bring Christmas cheer to equines in need
Blue Cross has horsey gifts galore for equine lovers for this festive season.
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Total eclipse an unsettling experience for wild horses
“It seemed as though someone had flipped the light-switch off, stillness was instantaneously replaced by wild whinnies and hundreds of thundering hooves on all sides.”
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US Trotting Association opposes ‘one-size-fits-all’ federal racing bill
It says the approach in the bill isn’t right, isn’t fair, doesn’t promote equine health, and won’t work.
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FEI secretary general elected first president of new Paralympic Association
An additional role for the FEI secretary general.
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New veterinary TV show aims to give ‘complete picture’ of industry
Vet TV is a first for the veterinary profession in Australia.
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Tiny rescue horse Star steps into a big role with World Horse Welfare
“Whilst he might be one of the smallest ponies at the farm standing at little over 80cm high, he certainly has one of the biggest characters!”
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Ollie’s back! Townend ends 4-star drought with Burghley win
British fill first four places while Michael Jung easily secures his second FEI Classics title.
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Horse riding found to significantly reduce autism symptoms in children
“Results indicate that the intervention improves some aspects of social functioning for children with autism spectrum disorder.”
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US could have 1.2 million potential homes for unwanted horses, study findings suggest
“Study points to opportunities and need to increase communication and support between individuals and organizations that have unwanted horses.”
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Todd’s tilt for No.6: Sir Mark takes Burghley Horse Trials lead
Five-time Burghley winner takes and early lead in British four-star event.
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More pressure on the bit: Researchers talk of a significant animal welfare issue
Just-published scientific review raises welfare questions around bit use.
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“I do” – but I’m bringing my horse: Equine besties in central wedding role
British research shows 10% of couples give their beloved pets a central role on their wedding day, and almost a quarter of these would choose their horse.
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Jockey AP McCoy takes on Burghley Horse Trials with pint-sized Pamela
AP McCoy OBE turns his talents to the eventing world with surprise ‘ride’ 8.3hh World Horse Welfare Pamela.
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Charity begins at home: Brooke USA aims for $25K in hurricane relief
Brooke USA’s mission is to improve the welfare of horses, donkeys and mules throughout Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America, but the devastation in Texas motivated it to step in.
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Hurricane Harvey: Unlike Katrina, animals a priority for rescuers
“It’s the right thing to do for the animals, who shouldn’t drown or die from abandonment, thirst, or hunger.”
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