Horse & Hound

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd 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.

Living the dream

Sam’s Noble final ride

One chance to get it right on equine identification • A Defra consultation on ID laws is a “fantastic opportunity” to change the system, and boost welfare and traceability

Farewell to the great Arctic Soul

HORSES IN THE NEWS

Retiring the term ‘retired’ for horses after racing • Social licence, aftercare and career opportunities for thoroughbreds after the track are all under discussion

IN BRIEF

Public liability insurance is key for everyone who trains • A lack of cover could have a big impact on coach and rider if the worst should happen

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

New process for hunting is due to start this year • An update has been provided on the creation of two separate new bodies

Owners urged to do right by horses when the time comes • Recent incidents of equids who have been given away free, or cheaply, have sparked a warning on appropriate actions

And finally... Rummy

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LETTERS

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Horse & Hound

‘We need a few rider-frighteners’ • Piggy March reflects on Thoresby’s course and making a mindset change

‘How long before a whip is deemed cruel?’ • Pammy Hutton discusses social licence, and the plight of riding schools

‘It’s going to be a difficult time’ • Katie Jerram-Hunnable on why living costs will change the way we compete

‘Enjoy it – you’ve reached the pinnacle’ • Davy Russell is full of admiration for this year’s Grand National victors

Brian Hughes • Jennifer Donald meets the reluctant hero of jump racing, as the Northern Irishman is set to be crowned champion jockey for the second time in his career

Foaling manager • Marie O’Brien on foaling future stars and learning to sleep at any time

Reducing the risks • Veterinary anaesthesia has made huge advances, but is still potentially hazardous. Karen Coumbe MRCVS reports on new research that seeks to understand anaesthetic risks

Why is the anaesthesia risk high for horses?

WHAT’S NEW in the veterinary world? • Peter Green MRCVS reviews the latest research into bits

Take the middle ground • There’s plenty of choice when it comes to equestrian homes in the Midlands

Rain on me • A functional, quality rain sheet is a wardrobe staple to keep your horse dry and comfortable when the weather is unpredictable

Access All Areas Kitty King • Kitty King rounded off 2021 with a team gold at the Europeans, and is gearing up for another serious campaign with playful Vendredi Biats. Martha Terry spends a day at her yard as Badminton looms large

‘A part-timer beating the full-time pros – people love that’ • The Grand National delivers yet another fairytale, this time for retiring amateur Sam Waley-Cohen, proving Aintree still remains a place where romance trumps form

AFTER 32 YEARS…

Where did your horse finish? • Find out what some of the jockeys from the chasing pack had to say

‘It’s everything I’ve ever wanted’ • Both the Foxhunters and the Topham are real family affairs and owner JP McManus lands five Grade One races over the three days

‘He can win against the best’ •...