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Goodbye to the birds of spring and summer
The Country Smallholder

Goodbye to the birds of spring and summer

If you look and listen you might be able to see them preparing to leave says The RSPB

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September 2024
What is American Foulbrood?
The Country Smallholder

What is American Foulbrood?

Claire Waring looks at the disease and its consequences.

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2 mins  |
September 2024
The wonderful world of poultry shows is in full swing
The Country Smallholder

The wonderful world of poultry shows is in full swing

Time to have a go!’ says Grant Brereton who explains how to get the best from your first entry

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6 mins  |
September 2024
Vet advice from an experienced poultry vet
The Country Smallholder

Vet advice from an experienced poultry vet

Reflecting on how much the humble hen has helped people world wide plus advice on stopping the scourge of red mite

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5 mins  |
September 2024
Meet the Bournemouth goats and their supporters
The Country Smallholder

Meet the Bournemouth goats and their supporters

These capricious animals are hard workers preserving the natural habitat

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3 mins  |
September 2024
Honey creates supreme buzz
Horse & Hound

Honey creates supreme buzz

An 11-year-old Welsh section D broodmare in the same home since a foal goes through the card to lift the overall Welsh supreme spoils

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4 mins  |
August 22, 2024
Home-bred hero steals the show
Horse & Hound

Home-bred hero steals the show

Dedicated combinations and rising stars overcome challenges to deliver standout performances

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August 22, 2024
'You can spin him to anything'
Horse & Hound

'You can spin him to anything'

An ultra-fast gelding scorches to victory with Ireland’s Harry Allen, while Olli Fletcher steps up with a seriously impressive prospect

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August 22, 2024
Charles strikes gold again
Horse & Hound

Charles strikes gold again

Barely a fortnight after winning team gold at the Paris Olympics, 25-yearold Harry Charles caps an \"incredible summer\" with a spectacular home win

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August 22, 2024
Youth leader for Power of Polo
Horse & Hound

Youth leader for Power of Polo

Jhemar Jonas on how horses have taught him compassion, power in vulnerability, why violence is never the answer - and the joy of scoring goals

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August 22, 2024
Stratton speeds to Victory
Horse & Hound

Stratton speeds to Victory

A tight crosscountry time plays into the hands of one intermediate winner, while two Olympians bag double victories

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August 22, 2024
Boxing clever
Horse & Hound

Boxing clever

Choosing the right size of horsebox comes down to one key factor - how much you want it to carry. Bethany Stone weighs up the options

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August 22, 2024
Allsop flies to championship double
Horse & Hound

Allsop flies to championship double

A new combination land a brace of new titles and a former eventer \"goes from zero to 100\" finding his forte in a new sphere

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4 mins  |
August 22, 2024
Warriors battle to GCL glory
Horse & Hound

Warriors battle to GCL glory

There's a surprise win for a standout squad boasting tremendous girl power, and John Whitaker works his magic

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August 22, 2024
Romelus shows star quality
Horse & Hound

Romelus shows star quality

Jessica Burke's stunning sevenyear-old gelding enjoys the spotlight as these new-look championships receive great acclaim

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August 22, 2024
Vets face ethical dilemmas treating competition horses
Horse & Hound

Vets face ethical dilemmas treating competition horses

Research reveals the challenges faced by vets who are working with sport horses used in competition

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August 22, 2024
Pentathlon's goodbye to the riding phase
Horse & Hound

Pentathlon's goodbye to the riding phase

Showjumping was part of the sport at the Paris Olympics for the last time

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August 22, 2024
Laura Collett
Horse & Hound

Laura Collett

From the \"horrific\" last-day nerves to walking through Champions Park, the double Paris medallist debriefs with Pippa Roome

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August 22, 2024
Ready, steady, GO
Horse & Hound

Ready, steady, GO

Never mind the prospect of a fearsome cross-country course, managing a quirky horse in the start box can be just as nerve-racking. Ellie Hughes asks top riders to reveal their tactics

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August 22, 2024
Signs of stress
Horse & Hound

Signs of stress

Stereotypies are born of distress, not malice, and horses who display such behaviours deserve understanding. Rebecca HamiltonFletcher MRCVS explains why they develop and how they should be approached

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August 22, 2024
Show Judges Must Act To Combat Equine Obesity And Dispel Myths
Horse & Hound

Show Judges Must Act To Combat Equine Obesity And Dispel Myths

Representatives of showing organisations and societies, as well as judges, vets and other professionals, met at the Agria Royal International on 24 July to discuss the progress of the Weigh to Win scheme, a Horse Trust initiative, under which horses and ponies in the healthiest body condition receive awards.

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August 08, 2024
Britain's heroes deliver gold
Horse & Hound

Britain's heroes deliver gold

Team GB win a showjumping gold for the fourth Olympics in a row as Ben Maher, Scott Brash and Harry Charles execute the first team victory since 2012 in spectacular style

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August 08, 2024
Rising stars, lasting legends
Horse & Hound

Rising stars, lasting legends

The reigning Olympic champions stand their ground, a legendary mare bows out and Britain turns the tide

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August 08, 2024
Shaw pulls a Blinder
Horse & Hound

Shaw pulls a Blinder

A flawless show hunter takes the overall crown, Welsh ponies are the ones to beat in the ever-popular supremes and age proves no barrier in amateur ranks

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August 08, 2024
Chris Collins
Horse & Hound

Chris Collins

Excellence, respect and friendship - few riders embody the values of Olympism better than the former jockey and event rider. Catherine Austen talks to the decorated race-rider and almost-Olympian

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August 08, 2024
Future of Olympic legacy riding centre is uncertain
Horse & Hound

Future of Olympic legacy riding centre is uncertain

No decision has yet been made on the London equestrian centre created after the 2012 Games

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August 08, 2024
Saunders' SOS call answered
Horse & Hound

Saunders' SOS call answered

A competitor gets the shock of her life as she's crowned rider of the year for the first time, while a former HOYS in-hand star books his return under saddle

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August 08, 2024
On all four feet
Horse & Hound

On all four feet

Developments in surgery now allow for certain fractures to be repaired under sedation only, allowing vets to avoid the use of general anaesthetic. Phil Cramp MRCVS explains when standing fracture repair is an option

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August 08, 2024
Jumping gold and dressage bronze as fabulous Olympic Games continue
Horse & Hound

Jumping gold and dressage bronze as fabulous Olympic Games continue

Britain has added another team gold, and bronze to its tally in Paris - plus another individual bronze

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August 08, 2024
I suspect I have bred a townie'
Horse & Hound

I suspect I have bred a townie'

How long do you persist in insisting a reluctant child should enjoy horses as much as you do, ponders Tessa Waugh, as she settles for one last roll of the dice before she'll throw in the towel

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August 08, 2024