Published by TI Media Limited 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.
Sunshine for the soul
Rider vindicated after top court upholds her appeal • Vittoria Panizzon’s ban and fine for missing a single test, which was not her fault, has been overturned
HORSES IN THE NEWS
HORSES IN THE NEWS
OBITUARIES
The human side of dealing with a strangles outbreak • Those at yards that have had outbreaks speak up to help others and reduce the strangles stigma
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS
Could Olympics return to London before too long? • The capital’s mayor said he would like to have the Games back in 2040
GOOD WEEK BAD WEEK
Riders should treat themselves as they would their horses • A doctor and physiotherapist have urged riders to seek attention for niggling issues before they get worse
Tom March to Pedal 3 Peaks for Caroline
LETTERS
H&H FROM THE ARCHIVES
Horse & Hound
‘We may not agree, but we can be kind’ • Carl Hester on the winter championships and the power of words
‘Money doesn’t buy education’ • Ronnie Lee Jones reflects on producing horses – and young riders
Lizzie Baugh • On the eve of her Badminton debut Lizzie Baugh tells Martha Terry about how a lack of self-belief nearly scuppered her eventing goals, and the home-bred star who wasn’t meant to stay
Racecourse owner • Peter Savill, owner of Plumpton Racecourse, on founding the Professional Racing Association and the challenge of the prize-money conundrum
Forgeland Hyde Park • This record-breaker has had an incredible career, creating cherished memories for all his connections. Bethan Simons speaks to those who know him best
Producer Danielle Heath
Choked up • What exactly happens when a horse experiences “choke”? Kieran O’Brien MRCVS explains what it is, how it occurs and preventative measures to take
Why “choke”?
Ultimate protection • Keep irritating bugs away from your horse this summer with one of these fly rugs that are designed to offer excellent pest protection
Badminton 2025 entries • Check out every horse and rider’s vital statistics, plus H&H eventing editor Pippa Roome’s form assessments
Magical moments in the jumping ring • Royal Windsor’s showjumping classes have evolved to become a world-class showcase. Jennifer Donald picks out some unforgettable memories from the show
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Why Windsor? • Come rain or shine, showing’s hottest competitors, greatest enthusiasts and newest hopefuls will flock to the castle for Royal Windsor. But what makes it so alluring? Bethan Simons finds out
MILITARY medallists • As the nation celebrates the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Lottie Morgan learns more about the animals’ version of the Victoria Cross, and its equine recipients that were precursors to the modern sports horse
WARRIOR • “The horse the Germans couldn’t kill”
Sergeant Reckless
Home-bred takes the honours • A half-brother to a medallist lands an advanced section and a versatile bargain horse wins in Scotland
DEMPSTER’S DOUBLE DELIGHT
Leprechaun leaps to victory • Forgandenny (1), Perthshire
Fame and fortune • Fame returns post-Paris in winning style as Britain’s best shine – and new noseband...