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‘They breed them tough here'

The horses from down south are shivering, but the lockdown veg patch is flourishing, says Tessa Waugh, pondering if she should have been more honest with a friend seeking their first hound puppy

‘Societies need to be more proactive'

Has showing lacked clear leadership during the lockdown, asks Robert Walker

Hot – not bothered

From how to hydrate to monitoring droppings, Stephanie Bateman outlines nine feeding tips to keep your horse in great shape throughout a hot summer

The horse of my heart

H&H’s hunting editor Catherine Austen bids a fond farewell to her trusty hunting partner of more than a decade

Siskin shows off

The Ger Lyons-trained colt uses his impressive acceleration to defy traffic problems and claim Irish 2,000 Guineas honours

On good ground

A relative newcomer to the UK equestrian fencing market, Horserail is making up good ground, from the tip of Cornwall to the north of Scotland

Hayley Watson-Greaves

The international dressage rider on plaiting up to music, treating horses as individuals and which quirky but talented mount she wishes she could clone

Riders asked for views as restrictions ease

A new website asks equestrians for their experiences and priorities as the situation moves back towards normality

Safety concerns as owners told to pay for rescues

There are fears owners who cannot afford the charges may attempt to save horses themselves

Rights for those who buy horses unseen

Although riders are strongly advised to view before they buy, they do have rights if matters do not go as planned

Zara Tindall

The former European and world champion tells Catherine Austen about her passion of riding for the British team, why pressure makes her tick and her chance to return to the Olympic fray

The Queen's favourite horses

From a pair of beautiful Highland ponies to a ceremonial stalwart and a European champion, The Queen highlights eight special horses she and her family have loved riding and watching

Home schooling

Since the Covid-19 lockdown, online learning is all the rage. Leslie Bliss takes a look at what it has to offer those who wish to upskill from the comfort of their own home

Heronsmill Tiger Lily

Sally McMillan had no idea her home-bred filly would end the 2019 season by taking the world’s most coveted in-hand accolade – but she did. Alex Robinson speaks to the hobby pony breeder

Green gold

Why do so many good hunters come from Ireland?

Eyes right

Guard against sore, scratched or sun-damaged eyes this summer, with advice from Ria Chalder MRCVS

Eventing prepares to restart within weeks

Plans are under way for events to run over the first weekend in July with protective measures in place

Start like the pros

Taking tumbles, grappling with tack cleaning and discipline are all par for the course of a child’s initiation into ponies – even when your parents happen to be famous equestrians, finds Madeleine Silver

Taming the tiny tyrant

Quick-thinking, intelligent or downright delinquent, ponies have all manner of tricks in their armoury. Andrea Oakes checks out seven common problems and how to solve them

Hayley Reynolds

The HOYS-winning native pony producer counts horses as her saviours alongside a hectic work schedule. Alex Robinson discovers how she’s made her “hobby” so successful

Lucinda Green

The event rider’s record of six Badminton titles has yet to be surpassed. Lucinda Green tells Catherine Austen about those winning horses and the lessons each one taught her

‘I'm more motivated without shows'

Carl Hester on the benefits of stress-free schooling and generating income

The barefoot debate

Some say barefoot is natural, others argue that modern competition horses are purpose-bred and need shoes. Polly Bryan consults the experts

Studies show the importance of biomechanics for horse and rider

Separate work on rider position has had interesting results for all equestrians and their horses

Midnight Dancer

This family-produced Connemara has won pony European gold medals for both Ellie Healy and her younger brother, Finn. Pippa Roome profiles the sensitive grey who does whatever is asked of him

Is he hale and hearty?

Even the most robust pony needs a helping hand in old age, as Rebecca Hamilton-Fletcher MRCVS explains

Best foot forward

We’ve all heard the expression “no foot, no horse”, but what actually constitutes a bad foot and can anything be done about it? Stephanie Bateman investigates

A Symbiotic Relationship

Each equestrian sport can benefit from the specialist expertise of another. Catherine Austen investigates the advantages of interaction between eventing and racing

Marion Mould

The teenage girl on a pony that conquered the world stage has become the stuff of showjumping legend. Penny Richardson finds out more about Marion Mould and her partnership with the inimitable Stroller

It's all about the hounds

A dedicated whipper-in, working quietly with the hounds and supporting the huntsman, is pivotal to good sport on a hunting day, explains Tessa Waugh