Horse & Hound
Gio
The bouncy little chestnut – nicknamed Pumpkin – looks all set to be Charlotte Dujardin’s next superstar. Polly Bryan finds out more about him
3 min |
November 05, 2020
Horse & Hound
Here comes the bride
Adrenaline-filled hunting hen dos aren’t for the fainthearted. Saskia Campbell talks to brides who braved one
4 min |
November 05, 2020
Horse & Hound
Tom Marquand
This young jockey has enjoyed a meteoric rise of late, claiming his his first Classic victory on home turf in September. Hannah Lemieux meets him
6 min |
November 05, 2020
Horse & Hound
Back to lockdown
In the face of an abruptly curtailed season – at least for the foreseeable future – Catherine Austen ponders alternative options and the likelihood of morphing into Isabell Werth
3 min |
November 05, 2020
Horse & Hound
Cyrname proves his class
Britain’s highest-rated chaser pulls out the stops for Paul Nicholls, while Envoi Allen holds on to his winning streak
5 min |
November 05, 2020
Horse & Hound
100 wins and counting
Hannah Lemieux talks to trainer-jockey Claire Hardwick about past successes, emotional wins, and her pre-training and breaking-in operation
6 min |
November 05, 2020
Horse & Hound
Vetting in a new era
During lockdown, vets turned to telemedicine, but how does it work and is there a future for it post-Covid? Stephanie Bateman investigates
5 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
Mac
A bargain buy and the “kindest gentleman” who transforms into a hunting machine
2 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
Equine film producer
Nathan Horrocks on mixing parkour with eventing and Many Clouds’ role in the development of the JockeyCam
3 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
Teamwork at the fore
A slow start does nothing to dampen the spirits as the promise of a second lockdown brings out a record number of followers for a midweek meet
7 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
En Vogue
Polly Bryan talks to Carl Hester about his latest British team prospect, the talented 11-year-old En Vogue, who is “the most incredible showman” despite being a worrier under saddle
3 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
Leslie Law
The Olympic gold medallist on why there’s no set mould for horses, the importance of patience, and his three equestrian heroes
2 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
All about the fetlock
Laura Fitzharris MRCVS and Evita Busschers MRCVS delve into the details of this complex joint and the injuries that can happen in this area
5 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
Craig Elenor and Sara Parrott
Perfectionists in the show ring and business-savvy, this couple have an unstoppable recipe for success. Alex Robinson finds out how they make it work
7 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
A general guide to dental care
Dental check-ups should be a regular feature in your horse’s basic health care routine. Andrea Oakes looks at problems that can arise in the mouth
5 min |
November 12, 2020
Horse & Hound
Laws on pet theft ‘need to change'
Parliament debates sentences for stealing animals after calls for new law
2 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
Pony Club's plans for ‘unique' 2021 champs
PLANS have been unveiled for the 2021 Pony Club Championships including a new venue – while the open eventing will take place at the Festival of British Eventing.
3 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
Vicky Hesford
The show producer on being ultra-organised ahead of a competition, her honest ethos and keeping her horses forward and happy all season long
3 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
Rider protection as more contamination confirmed
Steps are being taken after a banned substance was found in more companies’ feed products
3 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
ONLY IN HORSE & HOUND - ‘Ask, prepare and train in advance'
BSPS national chair Pat Pattinson discusses her role and lessons she’s learnt
3 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
Boots
United joint-master Jonathan Lee’s “eye-catching” Irish Sport Horse, whose scopiness knows no bounds and whose ears are always pricked
2 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
2021 Europeans will run for two disciplines
Delight and disappointment as the FEI reconsiders and gives the nod to dressage and showjumping championships
3 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
Elite Sport Horse Sales Thrive Despite Covid-19 Restrictions
Online bidding and livestreaming of sales has worked well when buyers cannot attend
3 min |
October 29, 2020
Horse & Hound
VWH Ptarmigan 10
A Peterborough champion in 2012, the oldest hound in the VWH kennel is “invaluable” to the pack and his huntsman’s “most lovely friend”
3 min |
October 22, 2020
Horse & Hound
Whitaker leads a strong British challenge
John Whitaker just misses out in a high-octane jump-off, while there’s a milestone for a popular gelding who has returned from a broken leg
4 min |
October 22, 2020
Horse & Hound
Splendid victory for Smith
James Smith and the reliable Simply Splendid pick up grand prix honours, while a “sentimental” mare heads the 51-strong B&C qualifier
5 min |
October 22, 2020
Horse & Hound
Para showjumper
Disability campaigner Evie Toombes on an accidental foray into grand prix and meeting Harry and Meghan
3 min |
October 22, 2020
Horse & Hound
Time to dig deep
The lasting effect of Covid-19 on our favourite sport cannot be predicted, but history gives us much to feel positive about, says Andrew Sallis
8 min |
October 22, 2020
Horse & Hound
Tealeaf
Former joint-master of the Ludlow David Palmer sings the praises of his “brilliant” confidence-giver
2 min |
October 22, 2020
Horse & Hound
New ears
Catherine Austen gears up for the season aboard a mannerly new ride – even getting airborne – and hopes everyone plays ball when it comes to Covid-19 restrictions
3 min |