Aidan O’Brien has joined the QIPCO Hall of Fame, becoming the first induction for 2024. With a career spanning back to 1993, when he saddled winner, Desert King, on his first day as a trainer, to today, he is regarded as one of the most successful racehorse trainers of all time. Born in 1969, O’Brien is one of six children and comes from a farming family in County Wexford where his father also trained racehorses. O’Brien and his wife, Anne-Marie, had four children who have all grown to become jockeys.… The post Racehorse Trainer Aidan O’Brien Inducted into QIPCO Hall of Fame appeared first on ..read more

A new game for budding equestrian enthusiasts called My Horse Stories will be released for the Nintendo Switch on May 3rd, 2024 by CrazyLabs. Whether it’s the big kid inside bursting to get out, or passing on the news to your child, this game looks set to be of interest to anyone with a love for horses, and a Nintendo Switch, of course. The story Put on those cowgirl boots, style your new horse, and start racing like a champ! You’re located on a horse farm that becomes your haven,… The post My Horse Stories comes to Nintendo this May appeared first on Everything Horse Magazine ..read more

The Army has released a statement advising that black horse, Quaker, one the Household Cavalry horses injured in London on Wednesday last is “not doing well”.  The other significantly injured horse, Vida, has now been returned to her stable after undergoing a surgical procedure.  The Army has confirmed that the remainder of the horses who did not sustain serious injury after they bolted through London are expected to return to normal duties in due course.   There are no further updates about the service personnel who were thrown in this terrible… The post Quaker, one of the ..read more

A prominent name on the racetrack, Shishkin, has died following a tragic accident it was reported on Sunday, April 28th 2024. Nicky Henderson announced the racing stable, Seven Barrows, had unexpectedly lost Shishkin after he became cast in his stable and fractured a hind leg. “He was an absolute superstar and his CV is testament to that”, said Henderson on X. “The Supreme Novice Hurdle and the Arkle were his Cheltenham Highlights, but the battle with Energumene in the Clarence House at Ascot was probably his greatest.” he continued. The… The post Racehorse Shishkin dies in tragic accident app ..read more

Marking his 100th CCI5*-L competition, Oliver Townend and mare Cooley Rosalent claimed top honours finishing with a score of 31.8 to take the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian on Sunday 28th April, 2024. As the World #1 ranked rider, Great Britain’s Townend is no stranger to the CCI5*-L level, nor is he a stranger to winning at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™ (K3DE). This year marked Townend’s eighth CCI5*-L win and his fourth victory in Kentucky. “I can’t tell you how proud I am… The post It’s another win for Oliver Townend ..read more

Looking for top hoof oils, suited to your summer hoof care needs? We’ve got you covered with oils for every hoof care routine! From weather protection to day-to-day use, these products ensure the best quality hooves this summer! When picking up a hoof oil up for your horse, you’ll need to pay close attention to the label of each one you find on the shelves. Often, each type can have different purposes, for example, some offer moisture protection while others other nourishment. Here we take a look at a selection… The post 5 Top Hoof Oils For Horses appeared first on Everything Horse Magazine ..read more

The EquiGroomer is a fabulous grooming product for horses, ponies, and pets. It is perfect for spring and summer months when animals shed their coats. This simple but effective design enables hairy coats to be thinned out, including removing excess dander (grease buildup) with ease. This saves the horse or pet owner hours in grooming and gets rid of winter coats. It can be used on all types of animals and is great on short coats, too. With the spring shortly upon us, this is guaranteed to be a top… The post EquiGroomer Review appeared first on Everything Horse Magazine ..read more

British rider, Yasmin Ingham sits at the top of the leaderboard following the first day of dressage at the CCI5*-L Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian (K3DE). Ingham’s score of 26, gives her a solid advantage over fellow British rider Kirsty Chabert with Classic VI, who sit in second on 31. Overnight third position went to Germany’s Malin Hansen-Hotopp on Carlitos Quidditch K who finished .1 penalty behind Chabert. Following the day’s dressage, Ingham commented: “I think his test overall had some brilliant highlights,” she said of The Sue… The post British rider ..read more

Spring fever in horses is a term used to describe mood and behavioural changes in equines during … well, spring. Our equine companions are sensitive creatures, reacting to even the slightest adjustment to their diet, environment, or weather conditions. With the arrival of spring (finally), you might be noticing some changes in your horse’s energy levels. This is called spring fever and is entirely normal but, as it can present some challenges, you’ll be glad to know that there are some steps you can take to support your horse. The… The post Spring Fever in Horses: an owners guide appeared firs ..read more

Royal Windsor Horse Show, returns to the private grounds of Windsor Castle from Wednesday 1 to Sunday 5 May with a spectacular, action-packed schedule. The Show, which this year takes place over the May bank holiday weekend, provides entertainment for all the family. Here we take a look at 10 moments you won’t want to miss at the upcoming event. 1. Scintillating Show Jumping – CSI5* Show Jumping action commences with the Pearl Stakes on Friday 3 May and concludes on Sunday 5 May with the €500k Rolex Grand Prix, providing… The post Royal Windsor Horse Show: 10 Unmissable Moments for 2024 a ..read more