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William Fox-Pitt

The British event rider on making sure you have enough time, dealing with nerves, taking his mother’s advice and how patience pays off

Lockdown living

What’s it like living with an elite athlete grounded by the abandonment of all sport? H&H asks the partners of top riders how they are coping with lockdown

Petra Ingram

Brooke’s CEO tells Sarah Jenkins about the charity’s impact, changing attitudes and the effect of Covid-19 on animal welfare in the developing world

Under attack

Summer pasture is home to all manner of biting pests and parasites, as Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains

Equine rehabilitation chief

Moorcroft Equine Rehabilitation Centre chief executive Mary Frances on giving horses another chance

Could you rehome a rescue horse?

With Britain’s equine welfare charities full to capacity, finding the right home for their residents has never been so important. Madeleine Silver finds out what it takes to rehome a rescue horse – and how to make a success of it

Breeding the best

Rebecca Jordan charts the story of Cattistock Devious’s first litter of puppies, from conception to going out to walk

Reopening And Restarting As Lockdown Starts To Lift

Riders and coaches have been told they may resume training while adhering to the new rules

New Service Aims To Support All Riders' Mental Health

The free-to-access scheme has been launched during this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week

Responsible breeding to protect welfare

The industry must ensure all future foals are the result of careful consideration, with the uncertain economic future

Not born in the saddle

Horsey parents can give children bent on an equestrian livelihood a massive leg-up. But what of those young riders determined to pursue a competitive ridden career despite a different background, asks Gemma Redrup

Jack and Harry Moore

Two young producers are on track to become part of the senior showing elite. Alex Robinson meets the brothers heading up Team Moore

From Meynell to the modern day

Alastair Jackson explains how riding to hounds has evolved, and how it developed into the sport we enjoy today

Farrington dared and won

Also in 2017, in Windsor’s inaugural five-star grand prix, we witnessed what showjumping editor Jennifer Donald still describes as “one of the best jump-offs I’ve ever seen”

Calm down!

Is your horse stressy and anxious? Simple management strategies should help him settle, explains Kieran O’Brien MRCVS

A teen's perfect model

The ideal horse for youth championships does not have to be an elite star, Catherine Austen says, finding that temperament and partnership are as vital as talent

A royal winner was crowned

In the absence of shows, Team H&H is reminiscing. In Royal Windsor week, we relive Barbers Shop’s win for The Queen in 2017, straight after Nick Skelton retired Big Star

Just A Blemish?

If a puffy lump appears on a hock joint, how worried should we be? Matt Smith MRCVS discusses the significance of swellings

Weathering The Lockdown Storm

The equestrian industry has shown resilience in the face of previous recessions. Eleanor Jones analyses where the crunch points will be

‘You need a skin like a rhino'

From peace rallies to being wedged in a tree, Countess Goess-Saurau has learnt that an MFH’s life is certainly varied, as she tells Tessa Waugh

On the brink

Five of Britain’s native breeds are on the critical list, fighting for their survival. Octavia Pollock explains why it’s worth considering these often overlooked horses and ponies.

Sam Darlington

The showing producer on feeding for that show ring glow, smiling for the judges and why she’s so organised on competition day

James Hick

The BHS’s new chief executive discusses the Covid-19 challenge and his passion for heavies with Lucy Elder – and how he’s ended up with a “menagerie”

Ginny Elliot

One of the first female Olympic medallists in eventing, Ginny Elliot also claimed three consecutive European titles to earn her place among the sport’s greats, discovers Andrea Oakes

Good in a crisis

When it comes to support within the hunting community during the Covid-19 pandemic, no stone has been left unturned, says Abi Butcher

Crunching the budget numbers

The Covid-19 pandemic is affecting everyone’s lives, and those in the equestrian world are no exception. While the full economic impact is unknown, H&H speaks to four people from different corners of the horse community to find out how they have been hit and where they are able to manage their costs

A passion for the extraordinary

Some of the world’s lesser-known breeds attract a cult following. Tessa Waugh speaks to fans going against the grain, to discover the roots of their fascination

Surveys Show How Virus Is Hitting Our Industry

Retailers, trade businesses, livery yards and riding schools have spoken out about the effects of pandemic restrictions

Flexion in focus

What effect does dressage head and neck position have on a horse’s airway? Peter Green MRCVS finds out, in his latest research round-up

Strangles week online as virus highlights biosecurity

As people realise the importance of minimising disease spread, it is hoped this will help improve equine practice