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Britain's National Equine Forum has heard how the use of learning theory helped a fearful horse with challenging behaviours get back on track to establish a solid and successful partnership with his rider.

1. Groundbreaking concussion guidelines The first unified concussion guidelines specifically for riders across all equestrian disciplines were unveiled by British Equestrian yesterday (2 March). The guidelines feature easy-to-follow information about concussion and a “return to riding” pathway, based on the latest understandings of concussion in sport. “From the point of view of rehabilitation and return […]

The story of a horse who would not be caught for weeks – and later bolted into a fence – who is now successfully competing shines a spotlight on both equine and human behaviour change. Hannah Bryant and her Welsh cob Gavin feature at the National Equine Forum today (2 March), with Horse Trust director […]

"Equestrianism is under growing pressure — from both inside and outside the sector — to review its approach to safeguarding equine welfare."

Veterinary equine behaviourist Dr Gemma Pearson explains the steps to retrain strong horses so they respond to light rein pressure

Napping horses are those which stop and refuse to go forward, but it is possible to change this behaviour with some clear and simple techniques

Emotions in horses can be difficult to identify – an equine behaviourist explains how you can assess whether your horse is happy or stressed

Often, a horse's behavior problems are rooted in either pain or incomplete training. Here's what to consider.

1. Making dream stables a reality, one pallet at a time When you have expensive dreams without the budget to make them a reality, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get busy! Many H&H readers have been inspired by the work ethic of Clara Fingerhut, who has taken apart more than 250 pallets, […]

If you understand how horses learn, then you can use rewards and consequences to improve the way you train your horse when riding and on the ground