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.

A class act

French government report calls for welfare-led Games • The report states whip use should be restricted and some bits and aids banned at the Paris Olympics

Major research aims to help prevent riders’ spinal injuries • The project is taking a holistic look at the subject, including the mechanics and variables involved in such injuries

HORSES IN THE NEWS

The ethical management of rats and mice at stables • All equestrians will have managed rodents, whether with prevention measures or direct action to control numbers

IN BRIEF

Online abuse of vets highlighted as suicide prevention study starts

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

Badminton earns thumbs up, plus useful learnings • Organisers and attendees reflect on their experiences of the five-star event at its first running since 2019

And finally… a marathon

GOOD WEEK & BAD WEEK

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LETTERS

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‘Riders must use their gears’ • Andrew Nicholson on Badminton’s cross-country, and judges’ responsibilities

‘There’s no such thing as eventing dressage’ • Anna Ross on dressage learnings from Badminton, and warm-up carnage

‘British showing is the best’ • South African showing royalty Gregory Goss on judging at Royal Windsor

Lottie Fry • Polly Bryan catches up with the Olympic medallist about life after Tokyo and her path to glory

Modern pentathlon coach • Jabeena Maslin on terrific mules, Army gunners, and the art of good hands

Rider Tim Price

Falco IV • Last year’s Pau five-star winner has had a tricky journey to the top, but his owner and rider never lost faith in him. Pippa Roome finds out more about him

Easing her cycle • A mare’s behavioural changes due to hormones may be subtle, or may affect her as a ridden horse. James Crabtree MRCVS explains the treatment options

The mare’s reproductive cycle

Beyond the yard • Choose from these gorgeous pieces to add to your wish list this month

‘He owes us absolutely nothing’ • Several seasoned stars of the circuit reclaim crowns and novice prospects offer glimpses of what’s to come

“HE’S A STAR IN THE MAKING”

“I COULDN’T BELIEVE HE IS ONLY FOUR”

“THESE WINS ARE FOR HIM”

Dream pony shines over fences • A Lisa Kelly track delights worker competitors, quality show ponies lead in novice and open ranks, and a coloured mare beats The Queen’s entry

PROGENY IN THE RIBBONS

TALKING POINTS

“IT’S A DREAM COME TRUE”

Poignant moment for The Queen and her Leia • A Balmoral mare takes the supreme mountain and moorland in-hand accolade, while a rider makes personal history with a special Dartmoor stallion

A DYCOTT REIGN

Fintan’s finest dance • An accountant, a dog groomer and a ceremonial carriage business manager take the top spots in the amateur classes

‘I had nothing to lose’ • Three of the world’s top riders adopt a risk-all strategy during a small but dramatic jump-off to decide the winner of the Rolex grand prix

“YOU DON’T NEED TO GIVE IT THAT MUCH ROOM!”

‘Lionhearted’ Fruselli is pride of Britain • A “rush of blood to the head” results in a poignant victory for Holly...