Horse & Hound Magazine - March 13, 2025

In this issue

H&H interview Olympian Holly Smith and her daughter Rosie.
Hunter of a lifetime Perfect mother-daughter share Pageant.
Proving them wrong Laura Shillam, one of a small handful of women hunting hounds.

Horse meat and disease risks if ID is not updated

The Government has been told in no uncertain terms why a digital equine ID system is crucial

2 mins

Flying the flag for the life-changing power of horses

A 10-year-old shared his story to help others realise just how important a contribution horses make to society

2 mins

Farewell to inspirational coach and friend Caroline Moore

Caroline Moore has died aged 56, leaving a legacy of excellence in eventing for generations

2 mins

Former Olympic champion gets further four-year ban

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has ruled on Eric Lamaze's dope-test case

1 min

Call for Government to review hunting & legislation

A political paper urges policymakers to act, and considers how a ban on trail-hunting would affect the country

2 mins

'Our greatest teachers are our horses'

Carl Hester on a new competition format that rewards relaxation

3 mins

'While other industries struggle, showjumping is growing'

Jodie Hall McAteer on making a living out of horses and the vetting debate

2 mins

Holly and Rosie Smith

Olympic showjumper Holly Smith and her daughter Rosie, who clinched gold at last year's children's Euros, tell Jennifer Donald about their journey of gritty success, a remarkable stallion and hopes for 2025

7 mins

Event horse owner

Alex Wakeley, chairman of the Event Horse Owners Association, on his lucky first horse, giving back to the sport and his passion for seeing \"horses and riders\" smiling

4 mins

How do horses learn?

Horses know how they learn - we can help them best if we also understand it. Gemma Pearson FRCVS explains the first two levels of learning theory

5 mins

Unpolished GEMS

You don't have to remortgage to find a top-class animal – some have been bought for less than a pair of designer shoes. Bethan Simons finds out more

5 mins

Under pressure

More so than many other disciplines, showing is a sport steered by subjectivity, but what is it like working in an industry so heavily influenced by opinion? Millie Bowles finds out

5 mins

A rattling good day

A classic day in High Leicestershire serves to showcase the Cottesmore's country, hounds, huntsman and long-serving stalwarts

7 mins

Pageant

This “darling of the West Norfolk” has been the perfect mother-daughter share since the day he arrived from Ireland

2 mins

Proving them wrong

Laura Shillam is one of a small handful of women hunting hounds. Tessa Waugh finds out more about this energetic, enthusiastic young master

4 mins

Taylor's future stars deliver

Young horses, an Olympic gold medallist and a comeback grey score in the sunshine

4 mins

Buster takes the crown

A gelding who is equally at home escorting children's ponies gives his rider a thrilling first win

2 mins

Cool cucumber delivers

A last-minute find turns into a winning partner, polar opposite stablemates both take titles and a determined rider triumphs after a week sick in bed

3 mins

Turnbull has the last word

A speedy mare provides a \"surprise\" and Nicole Pavitt celebrates success with a home-bred who has made a miraculous comeback from a horrific field injury

1 min

Victorious debut for O'Connor

An Irish student scores on her first outing, while an older pointer makes a winning return following injury and a promising maiden makes his first run a winning one

3 mins

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Horse & Hound Magazine Description:

The UK's leading weekly equestrian magazine
Published by Time Inc (UK). Every week Horse & Hound brings horse lovers up-to-date with the latest news and event reports and provides expert equestrian advice on subjects including training and horse care, the latest equine products and feed. The weekly features inform and entertain inspiring readers to go out and ride to improve their horsemanship in every discipline from eventing to show jumping, dressage to showing, polo and hunting. It is also the must read for anyone wanting to buy or sell a horse.