Ocala, FL Fall at World Equestrian Center Ocala brings cooler days, a lively calendar of events and countless ways to turn a few days away into a memorable getaway. Mornings can begin with coffee and a stroll through the property before the arenas come to life. Afternoons might lead to a leisurely lunch or time spent relaxing by the pool. As evening arrives, gather around the table orSource

Ocala, FL If youve scrolled through social media lately, you may have seen glossy peaches and giant raspberries cracking open to reveal unexpected desserts inside. These fruit-shaped pastries may be having their moment online, but Resort Executive Pastry Chef Yohann Le Bescond has been creating them at World Equestrian Center for years. We caught up with Chef Yohann at Emmas PatisserieSource

Horse Sport Ireland extends its deepest sympathies following the passing of Kevin Croke.Kevin was a hugely respected figure in Irish equestrian sport, and made an outstanding contribution to endurance riding both in Ireland and internationally.A long-standing member and former Chairman of Horse Sport Irelands Endurance Committee, Kevin dedicated many years to the development of the sport. His contribution extended beyond Ireland, with a distinguished career as an FEI official, including as a Level 4 Judge, Technical Delegate and Chief Steward.He also served as chef dquipe for Irish teams at European Championships and World Equestrian Games, and was instrumental in the organisation and development of endurance events in Ireland.Kevins knowledge, commitment and passion for horses and equestrian sport earned him the respect of colleagues and athletes throughout the community.Horse Sport Ireland extends its sincere condolences to Kevins family, friends and all those who knew and worked with him.Ar dheis D go raibh a anam.The post HSI extends sympathies after passing of Commandant Kevin Croke appeared first on .

All 7 runners in the Pony CCI are Irish at Scone.Irish breeding wins the 60K(USD) class in the USA and is well represented in all the Championship classes.See below the up-to-date results for this week unverified and Mondays Wellington results will be added next week.60,000 USD USEA Advanced Finals (USA) 26th 29th August 20261st Shanroe Cooley (ISH)[was Shanroe Italk] 2015 gelding by Dallas VDL (BWP) out of Shanroe Saphire (ISH) by Condios (HOLST). Breeder: Anthony Smyth (Down). Rider: Boyd Martin (USA) 31.3, 0.4, 8.8 = 40.54th HTS Jensen R (ISH) 2016 gelding by Tolan R (KWPN) out of HTS Lady Clermont (ISH)[TIH] by Rhyne Clover (ISH). Breeder: Brian Kieran. Rider: Katie Lichten (USA) 32.4, 9.6, 12.8 = 54.88th Cooley Baltic Sea (ISH)[was Annaghmore Baltic Sea] 2014 gelding by baltic VDL (KWPN) out of HHS Cheerio (ISH) by Harlequin du Carel (SF). Breeder: Judy Tobin & Aoife Healion. Rider: Arielle Aharoni (USA) 36.7, 4.8, 20.0 = 61.5.Intermediate Open Championship5th Romans Code Red (ISH)[was PNP Heart Throb] 2015 gelding by Womanizer (KWPN) out of Scoole Hill Clover (ISH) by Farney Clover (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Noelle McGuane. Rider: Katie Lichten (USA) 32.6, 0, 2.8 = 35.47th HSH Marshall (ISH)(was Poynstown Marshall) 2016 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Poynstown Queen (ISH) by Olympix Lux (KWPN). Breeder: Paula Widger. Rider: Karl Slezak (CAN) 30.6, 0, 6.0 = 36.6.Preliminary Amateur Championship2nd Monbeg Capricorn (ISH)[was Be Capricorn] 2016 gelding by Capri Van Overis Z (ZANG) out of ESI Lady (ISH) by Guidam (SF). Breeder: Catherine Curran. Rider: Lauren Hoover (USA) 33.3, 4, 0.0 = 37.09th Fernhill Final Cavalier (ISH)[was Greenacres Cavalier Boy] 2014 gelding by Cavalier Royale (HOLST) out of Greenacres Quality (ISH) by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD). Breeder: Michael Callery. Rider: Liesel Fazekas (USA) 36.6, 12, 11.2 = 59.8.Preliminary Open Championship4th Centerfold (ISH) (was Belline Jack the Lad) 2019 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Temple Polly (KWPN) by Animo (KWPN). Breeder: Richard Ames. Rider: Alyssa Phillips (USA) 30.0, 0, 0.0 = 30.07th CSF Darwin (ISH) 2020 gelding by Dallas VDL (BWP) out of CSF Scarlett (ISH) by ARS Vivendi (HOLST). Breeder: Patrick Connolly. Rider: Chris Talley (USA) 34.4, 0, 0.0 = 34.4.Preliminary Rider Championship10th Roscommon (ISH)(was Master Elliot) 2012 gelding by ARS Vivendi (HOLST) out of Killaloe Lady Grey (ISH) by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Rosemarie Stuart. Rider: Abby Blackburn (USA) 40.6, 4, 23.2 = 67.8.Modified Amateur Championship1st Loughtown Cici ZA (ISH)[TIH] 2016 mare by Dermish Cruise (ISH)[TIH] out of Castlelawn Diamond Clover (ISH)[TIH] by White Clover (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Gabriel Slattery. Rider: Charlotte Collier (USA) 26.7, 0, 0.0 = 26.74th Slieve Callan Gael (ISH) 2017 gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of GI Miz Minx (ISH) by Courage II (HOLST). Breeder: Niamh Tottenham. Rider: Lindsey Lanier (USA) 30.0, 0, 0.0 = 30.05th Fernhill Domino (ISH)[was Unbelievable Candy] 2017 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Unbelievable Cappolla (SHB) by Unbelievable Darco (BWP). Breeder: Emily Smallman. Rider: Elizabeth Welker-Ebling (USA) 30.1, 0, 0.0 = 30.16th Fernhill Chaos (ISH) 2008 gelding by Chacoa (HOLST) out of KEC Donna Diamond (ISH)[TIH](P) by Glidawn Diamond (ID). Breeder: William Kennedy (Kerry). Rider: Madi Simpson (USA) 30.2, 0, 0.0 = 30.28th Sportsfield CoolKenny (ISH) 2018 gelding by Coolkeeran (HOLST) out of Patricks Polly (ISH)[TIH] by Nad Elshiba (TB). Breeder: Thomas Hutchinson. Rider: Anna Kjellstrom (USA) 30.2, 0, 0.8 = 31.0.Modified Open Championship2nd Hellboy (ISH)[was HK Fury] 2018 gelding by Luidam (KWPN)out of Imperious Lux (ISH) by Lux Z (HANN). Breeder: Clare Hughes. Rider: Karl Slezak (CAN) 31.6, 0, 0.0 = 31.63rd Rock Me Mama (TB)(IRL) 2009 mare by Royal Anthem (TB) out of Ithastobedone (TB)(IRL) by Be My Native (TB). Rider: Holly Payne Caravella (USA) 32.2, 0, 0.0 = 32.24th Rockabilly (ISH)[was Carlingford Rockabilly] 2017 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Black Cat (ISH) by Nigrasine (TB). Breeder: Brian Clinghan. Rider: Madeline Scott (USA) 32.4, 0, 1.2 = 33.6.Scone Palace International (GBR) 27th 30th August 2026CCI 4* Long Sec C1st Cooley Anything You Like (ISH)[was Portvale Lad] 2015 gelding by Camillo VDL (KWPN) out of Port Vale (ISH)[TIH] by Young Convinced (TB)[IRL]. Breeder: John Mannon (Galway). Rider: Piggy French (GBR) 32.2, 0, 0.0 = 32.23rd MGH Jessica (ISH)[was Cobra Jess] 2014 mare by Cobra (HOLST) out of Miss Too Coole [ISH] by Warrenstown You 2 [ISH]. Breeder: Ronan Tynan (Kilkenny). Rider: Heidi Coy (GBR) 38.5, 0, 0.0 = 38.54th SBH Big Wall (ISH) 2015 gelding by Puissance (ISH)[TIH] out of Unanibeath (ISH) by Courage II (HOLST). Breeder: John P Murphy (Kilkenny). Rider: Izzy Taylor (GBR) 33.3, 4, 4.8 = 42.17th Blakeneys Cruise (ISH) 2017 gelding by FSS Correlli Bravo (ISH) out of Caoimhes Cruising (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH] Breeder: Brendan Noone. Rider: Quidley Kellerman (USA) 33.0, 1.2, 11.6 = 45.89th Cooley Lucky Penny (ISH)[was Drennans Lucky Penny] 2015 mare by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Macia (THUR) by Semper Odem (THUR). Breeder: Mary Brennan. Rider: Angus Smales (GBR) 38.3, 0, 12.0 = 50.3.CCI 4* Short Sec D1st Cooley Park Muze (ISH)[was TJM Reuben] 2016 gelding by Pollux de Muze Z (ZANG) out of TJM L Arc In the Park (ISH) by LArc de Triomphe (OLD). Breeder: John Connolly. Rider: Gemma Stevens (GBR) 28.4, 0, 0.0 = 28.44th Keep It Cooley (ISH) 2015 gelding by Ramirio B (BWP) out of Rathlin Imp (ISH)[TIH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Georgina Plilips (Wicklow). Rider: Wills Oakden (GBR) 29.7, 0, 3.6 = 33.36th Brookfield Future News (ISH)[was Future News] 2015 gelding by Future Trend (OLD) out of Cashmere Breeze (AEAS) by Last News (TB). Breeder: Hilary Furlonger (Antrim). Rider: Tom McEwen (GBR) 32.3, 0, 1.2 = 33.58th The Fieldmaster (ISH) 2017 gelding by Futuer Trend (OLD) out of Beauty Ruby (ISH) by Sunny Boy (KWPN). Breeder: Thomas F Hanrahan. Rider: Tom McEwen (GBR) 31.5, 0, 6.4 = 37.9.CCI 3* Long Sec B1st Barrington Boy (ISH) [was Ceide Lucky Candy] 2018 gelding by Sligo Candy Boy (ISH) out of Watermill Diamond (ISH)[TIH] by Watermill Swatch (TB). Breeder: Mary Walsh. Rider: Izzy Taylor (GBR) 26.9, 0, 0.0 = 26.96th Kananaskis (ISH) 2008 gelding by Ustinov (KWPN) out of New Years Sandy (ISH) by Taloubet VDL (KWPN). Breeder: Norman Edgar Watt (Tyrone). Rider: Cerys Macaulay (GBR) 30.4, 0, 1.2 = 31.67th Bangerang (ISH) 2015 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Kyleen Lady (ISH)[TIH] by Huntingfield Rebel (ID). Breeder: Leslie Dreaper. Rider: Kristina Hall-Jackson (GBR) 31.8, 0, 0.0 = 31.810th Newmarket Amy (ISH) 2018 mare by Newmarket Jewel (WESTF) out of Sanforized (TB) by Catcher in the Rye (TB). Breeder: Billy Daly. Rider: Kevin McNab (AUS) 29.0, 0.4, 0.0 = 33.0.CCI 2* Long Sec A1st Brookfield in the Spotlight (ISH)[was Lynara Showbiz] 2019 gelding by Centrestage (AES) out of Pistazie (BRDB) by Paradiesvogel (WESTF). Breeder: Sarah Whiteside & Lyndon Steele. Rider: Tom McEwen (GBR) 29.3, 0, 0.0 = 29.32nd Cooley Cormint (ISH) 2017 gelding by Cormint (HOLST) out of Monicas Dream (ISH) by Maltstriker (KWPN) Breder: Deirdre Connolly. Rider: Wills Oakden (GBR) 31.0, 0, 0.00 = 31.010th Dignified Augusta Rose (ISH) 2018 mare by Dignified Vant Zorgvliet (BWP) out of Glandoran Lucy (ISH) by Emperor Augustus (TB). Breeder: George Chapman. Rider: Sean Henderson (GBR) 31.8, 4. 0.0 = 35.8.CCI 1* Intro Sec E3rd Springfern Quidamity (ISH) 2017 gelding by Quidam Junior I (KWPN) out of Rathnavogue Star (ISH) by Crannagh Hero (ID). Breeder: Kieran Broderick. Rider: Philippa Nixon (GBR) 30.4, 0.4, 0.0 = 30.84th Quality Choice (ISH) 2017 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Ballylean Tower (ISH) by Womanizer (KWPN). Breeder: Paddy Donnellan. Rider: Lesley Jones (IRL) 30.8, 0, 0.0 = 30.85th Enniskerry Masterpiece (ISH) 2019 gelding by Van Gogh (KWPN) out of Enniskerry Encore (ISH) by Watermill Swatch (TB). Breeder: David Bourke. Rider: Chloe Walsh (IRL) 28.3, 4, 0.0 = 32.39th Touch Too Much (ISH) 2007 gelding by Imperial Hights (ISH)[TIH] out of Touch of Dutch (ISH) by Ard VDL Douglas (KWPN). Breeder: Patrick & Mary McArdle (Louth). Rider: Eloise Briggs (GBR) 34.8, 0, 0.0 = 34.8.CCI Pony 2* Short1st Pretty Patterns (unk) 2016 mare OIO. Rider: Lucy Hope Ryan (IRL) 34.6, 0, 0.4 = 35.02nd FHS Felicity (ISH) 2018 mare by Acambaro (TB) out of Carbery Dixie (ISH) by Woodfield Sammy (CP). Breeder: Thomas Herlihy. Rider: Jonty Purcell (IRL) 31.3, 4.8, 0.0 = 36.13rd Paddys Best (unk) 2019 gelding OIO. Rider: Hannah Goold (IRL) 35.3, 4.4, 0.8 = 40.054th Woodfield Buddy (CP) 2017 gelding by Furbo Finnard (CP) out of Ballymurray May (CP) by Glenayre Silver Fox (CP). Rider: Lacee Rolls (GBR) 40.6, 1.2, 0.0 = 41.85th Kinamara Lady Destiny (CP) 2018 mare by Fear Beag Bui (CP) out of Millicent Destiny (CP) by Ashfield Festy (CP). Breeder: Michael J Burke. Rider: India Coc (IRL) 34.2, 8, 2.8 = 45.06th Star of Hollymount (unk) 2012 gelding OIO. Rider: Coco Oakes (GBR) 41.3, 12, 0.0 = 53.37th Crossgales Into the Blu (unk) 2013 gelding OIO. Rider: Edward Cowley (GBR) 38.8, 8, 7.2 = 54.0.Wellington International and One Day Event (GBR) 28th 31st August 2026CCI 3* Short Sec O5th Climate Change (ISH) 2017 mare by Fire and Ice J (WESTF) out of Decision Day (ISH) by Lafontaine (TB). Breeder: Kate Jarvey. Rider: Kirsty Chabert (GBR) 32.8, 4, 0.8 = 37.66th HHE Fernhill McCoy (ISH)(was Jag Lovestory) 2019 gelding by Tyson (KWPN) out of CSF Salut Flamenco (ISH) by Je TAim Flamenco (BWP). Breeder: Jag Equestrian. Rider: Harry Horgan (IRL) 33.9, 0, 5.6 = 39.59th Newmarket Leonardo (ISH) 2018 gelding by Newmarket Venture (HANN) out of Newmarket Dato Two (ISH) by Aldto (KWPN). Breeder: Billy Daly. Rider: Matthew Glentworth (GBR) 34.6, 0, 10.8 = 45.4.CCI 2* Short Sec N1st Tykillen Shindig (ISH) 2019 mare by Dignified Vant Zorgvlllliet (BWP) out of Ballymurphy Queen (ISH) by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Ciara Kinsella. Rider: Kirsty Chabert (GBR) 26.8, 0, 0.0 = 26.82nd Greenfort Gorgeous George (ISH)[TIH] 2013 gelding by Kings Master (ISH)[TIH] out of Kokopelli Star (TB) by Hernando (TB). Breeder: George Masterson. Rider: Susie Berry (IRL) 27.1, 0, 0.0 = 27.16th SRS Coolkeeran (ISH) 2018 gelding by Coolkeeran (HOLST) out of Cottage Cavalier (ISH) out of Don Juan de la Bouverie (SBS). Breeder: Thomas Hutchinson. Rider: Susie Berry (IRL) 29.9, 4.4, 0.0 = 34.37th The Sea Rebel (ISH) 2014 gelding by Cruise Diamond (ISH)[TIH] out of Diamiond Lights (ISH) by Ricardo Z (ZANG). Breeder: Ann Redmond (Wexford). Rider: Isla Hughes (GBR) 29.6, 4.8, 1.6 = 36.09th Ballyj Ed (ISH)[TIH] 2018 gelding by Black Hero (ID) out of Memories of Emly (TB) by Pilsudski (TB). Breeder: Fintan McGrath. Rider: Emily Proud (GBR) 32.4, 4, 0.0 = 36.4.CCI 1* Intro Sec M3rd Gloves Cassanova (CP) 2012 gelding by Cnocban Cassanova (CP) out of Gloves Dawn Mist (CP) by Slisneoir (CP). Rider: Flora Coombs (GBR) 35.9, 0, 1.2 = 37.14th My Ballintoghers Cracker Jack (unk) 2009 gelding OIO. Rider Alivia Tong (HKG) 31.3, 8, 0.0 = 39.37th Kennystown Master (ISH) 2017 gelding by Kings Master (ISH)[TIH] out of Kennystown Alley (ISH) by Frankfort Boy (TB). Breeder: Michael Kenny. Rider: Tanya Viol (GBR) 35.2, 8, 6.8 = 50.0.Open Intermediate Sunday Sec P1st MBF Touch Your Toes [ISH] 2015 gelding by Out of Touch [ISH] out of Castleview Ennel Lady (TB) by Alphabatim (TB). Breeder: Val Reilly (Meath). Rider: Dani Stewart-Richardson (GBR) 29.1, 0, 0.8 = 29.97th Wixley Qualitas (ISH) 2016 gelding by OBOS Quality 004 (OLD) out of Nathans Girl (ISH)[TIH] by Cruising (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Thomas Doyle. Rider: Barnie Brotherton (GBR) 33.4, 0, 22.8 = 56.2.Novice Friday Sec A9th Harpers Devils Diamond (ISH)[TIH] 2019 gelding by Carrick Diamond Lad (ISH)[TIH] out of Chesney Clover Heights (ISH)[TIH] by Imperial Heights (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Elizabeth Robinson. Rider: George Vergerson-Rowley (GBR) 44.0, 0, 12.8 = 56.8.Novice Friday Sec B1st King Kongka (ISH)[TIH] 2019 gelding by Near Dock (TB) out of Castlemeadow Mildred (ISH)[TIH] by Power Blade (TB). Breeder: Martin Murphy. Rider: Caroline Day (GBR) 34.8, 0, 2.4 = 37.22nd Knocklucas Artist (ISH) 2011 gelding by Painters Row (TB) out of Knocklucas Silver [ISH] by ARD Grandpa (ID). Breeder: Patrick Kennedy (Tipperary). Rider: Jax Dawes (GBR) 29.5, 8, 0.0 = 37.54th My Cool Gold (ISH) 2017 mare by Hype (KWNP) out of Miss Cool Imp (ISH)[TIH] by Master Imp (TB). Breeder: Christopher OSullivan. Rider: Katy Mousdale (GBR) 26.5, 8, 5.2 = 39.76th SCS Master Cornet (ISH) 2018 gelding by Corfilio T (AES) out of Miss Dorian Grey (ISH)[TIH] by Kings Master (ISH)[TIH]. Breeder: Agnes Power. Rider: Georgina Herring (GBR) 28.5, 12, 0.0 = 40.59th WLS Ravenscourt (ISH) 2020 gelding by Cristo (HOLST) out of Ebony A.S (KWPN).by Sorento (OLD). Breeder: Gwendoline Kinsella. Rider: Caroline Powell (NZL) 26.0, 4, 14.4 = 44.4.6 Year Old Sec D2nd Clover Bill (ISH) 2020 gelding by Wild Balou Bill (ISH) out of Shes Clover Hill (ISH) by Aldatus Z (OLD). Breeder: Brian OMalley. Rider: Thomas Guilding (GBR) 32.5, 4, 1.6 = 38.110th The Dane (ISH) 2020 mare by Echonix (ISH) out of GCS Paris (ISH) by LArc de Triomphe (OLD). Breeder: Clare Hughes. Rider: San Jenkins (GBR) 33.3, 0, 24.4 = 57.7.This Event is running on Monday as well and results of these classes will be in next week.Hambach International (GER) 20TH 23RD August 2026CCI 3* Short9th Sunny For Game (ISH)[was Sunny Camillo & Call Again Cooley] 2015 gelding by Camillo VDL (KWPN) out of Sunny Suspect (TB) by Sunshine Street (TB). Breeder: Joseph Igoe. Rider: Camille Guyot (SUI) 32.8, 1.2, 11.6 = 45.6.CCI 2* Short3rd Rockalong (ISH) 2017 gelding by Imperial Heights (ISH)[TIH] out of Hill View Beauty (ISH) by French Buffet (TB). Breeder: Malcolm Jennings. Rider: Amelia Reisacher (GER) 31.1, 0, 0.0 = 31.1.CCI 1* Intro9th ORS Landsdown (ISH) 2015 mare by Castleforbes Lord Lancer (OLD) out of Gurraun Last Touch (AES) by Last News (TB). Breeder: Alexander Deon. Rider: Emilia Ernst (GER) 34.8, 0.4, 0.0 = 35.2.Saulieu International (FRA) 20th 23rd August 2026CCI 3* Short3rdFernhill Castlefield Clark (unk) 2018 gelding by Clarcon (HOLST) out of Castlefield Sarah (unk) by Guy Cavalier (ISH). Breeder: unknown. Rider: Nicolas Touzaint (FRA) 28.9, 0, 0.0 = 28.9.These results have been provided to Horse Sport Ireland by Charlie Ripman.These results are funded by Horse Sport Ireland.The post Irish Breeders win 5 out of 6 CCIs at Scone Palace. appeared first on .

HSI has received 4618 applications and issued 1602 completed applications for foals born in 2026.4560 pedigree applications have had their foal kit sent to the applicant, with the remaining kits issued imminently.It is important to note that, to date, 1735 foal kits have not been yet returned from breeders to HSI for pedigree applications, which is 38 per cent of all applications.Of the 2825 applications who have returned their foal kits to HSI, 1602 have been completed and the passport issued, and 407 are currently undergoing quality control checks, while the remaining 816 applications DNA samples are currently with the laboratory for analysis.Of the 2009 passport applications, where the DNA samples have been returned to HSI from the laboratory, 80 per cent are processed and complete, totalling 1602.The remaining applications are pending QC checks before being completed, and the team is working hard to complete them imminently.In HSIs Customer Service Department, 411 calls were received this week, of which 81 per cent were answered, totalling 334.The post Updated figures of passport applications processed on Horse Source August 28th, 2026 appeared first on .

CVS Equine, a provider of veterinary services in the UK and Australia, has launched a new project focused on improving pain recognition and management for hospitalised horses.The aim of the CVS Equine Analgesia Project is to ensure consistent use of validated pain scoring systems within equine hospitals and support the improved recognition, monitoring and management of pain across a range of clinical conditions.The initiative has come about after findings from a CVS Equine internal clinical survey revealed significant variation in how clinicians identified and managed pain across different facilities. Pain scoring was used by some clinicians but it was not embedded as routine practice. Standardising pain assessmentEffective pain management is central to equine welfare, but it relies on our ability to recognise and assess pain accurately and consistently, said Charlotte Sinclair, CVS Equine Veterinary Medical Director.This project is about building confidence and consistency in pain assessment, so our teams can make betterinformed decisions and continually improve the care we provide to our patients.Phased hospital rolloutThe initial phase targets CVS equine hospitals to test earlier pain detection and personalized analgesic regimens in a controlled environment.Starting in our hospitals allows us to evaluate what works in a controlled, measurable way, added senior equine veterinary nurse Kelly Tillett. Once we understand the impact on patient care, we can use that learning to drive wider improvements across the division.The project forms part of CVS Equines broader commitment to clinical governance, evidencebased medicine and continuous improvement in equine welfare and patient outcomes.Image CVS Equine.More content from Your HorsePreparing for disaster: How to plan for emergencies and evacuationsHorse rescued after falling through bridgeHandy guide to horse health insurance and vet fees coverLooking for hacking inspiration? Most scenic riding routes revealedSoaking hay: how to do it correctlyThe post CVS Equine aims to standardise hospitalised horse care with new pain management initiative appeared first on Your Horse.

Whether youre training or at a competition, walk any showjumping course and you will come across a range of different style of fences. From cross-poles to upright fences andoxer jumps, they are all designed to ask different things of your horse. Here is a selection of some of the fences you will see and what the course-designer hopes to achieve by placing them there:True oxersThese are made up of two vertical rails parallel to each other (ie at the same height). You may hear these described as being square.Oxer jumps are great for building strength behind and will encourage your horse to really stretch up and over the front and back rails.Because of the power your horse uses to push up and over, they may run on a little on landing, or lack energy because they used it up in the air.Ascending oxersLike true oxers, an ascending oxer is built with two vertical rails parallel to one another. However, in an ascending oxer the back pole is set slightly higher than the front, which will encourage your horse to jump in the correct shape.Particularly at the lower levels, these make inviting first fences on a course and the front pole may be replaced with a cross-pole instead.Swedish oxersSwedish oxers, where the front and back poles slant in opposite directions, are especially useful. The centre point, created by the V shape where the poles cross, will help with straightness and tells the rider exactly where the centre of the fence is (this is where you should be aiming to jump!). A Swedish oxer is also good for encouraging good lift and tuck of the horses front legs.Liverpool oxerThis is a vertical or oxer with a ditch or water tray underneath. The tray makes the horse look at the fence as they approach, which can cause their head and neck to drop, and then encourages them to get up in the air, creating a large, round jump.Place the tray in front of the fence and it mimics the effect of a triple bar, encouraging a wider, more open jump which rises gradually. Place the tray under the fence or out behind it and your horse will draw deep into the fence, producing a more upright take-off and more reach as they land.If you dont have a water tray to practice with at home, you can create the same effect by laying something on the ground beneath a fence, such as a rug.Triple barMade with three poles of ascending height, triple bars create a longer, more open jump. Your horse really has to stretch and lift their front end to clear them, and they can be challenging when linked with other fences. Because their width requires more power, your horse will come deeper into the fence before take-off and land further out than normal, so if youre working out your strides to the next fence keep this in mind.UprightsAn upright fence (also sometimes called a vertical) requires your horse to jump height rather than width. To clear it, your horse must roll back onto their hindquarters in order to push themselves up and over the fence. Its great for building strength and working on accuracy of take-off.A vertical (or upright) is made of poles in the same vertical plane, and encourages your horse to make a taller, rounder shape in their jump. The take-off and landing spots will be the same distance away from the fence, so your horse will make a steep shape into it, lifting the shoulders higher vertically and tucking their forelegs up and away quickly.PlanksPossibly the king of uprights! Planks work in the same way as a vertical, creating a tall, steep jump shape. However, theyre potentially easier to knock down with even the slightest of touches as they sit on flat cups. Planks create a more solid-looking fence, so your horse may back off a bit and produce a bigger jump. As they tend not to have a ground line, theyll draw the horse in deep, meaning a more powerful jump is needed to clear them.This type of fence tends to come in quirky, brightly coloured patterns, too!FillersGreat for adding a bit of colour and interest to a course and more often rider frighteners than a problem for the horse! Fillers are great for getting a round shape in your horses jump, and by creating an illusion of solid colour theyll really look at what theyre approaching.Fillers are great for a bold horse because they demand respect, but if theyre lacking in confidence, fillers can make a fence trickier to ride. Cross-polesCross-poles create a V shape at the centre point, which becomes narrower as the height of the jump increases. They encourage your horse to lift the front legs, keeping them neatly tucked up and in as they jump.Many people choose to begin with a cross-pole in the warm-up, sometimes jumping from trot especially on younger/inexperienced horses.The taller the cross-pole the more it will improve a horses action, as they have to really use their shoulders and lift up.Raised trotting polesPopular in training and for good reason, raised trotting poles make your horse work hard, keep them interested in their work, and help them concentrate.Raised poles can be physically demanding, so you dont need to work over them for too long.Ground polesPopular in training, a ground pole can really boost your horses bascule when used to create a wider fence base. The horse will instinctively know what to do. Without a ground line a fence becomes more advanced, drawing your horse in close, making it harder for them to jump well and get their legs out of the way in time.You can also make a V-shape with ground poles before fences to channel your horses energy on approach, helping produce a better jump.Main image Your Horse LibraryRelated contentThis is how to clear vertical showjumps and upright fences every timeHow to stop a horse chipping in a stride when jumpingFive of the most common rider jumping position problems solvedJump out of trot to test rider balance and build trust with this exercise from Piggy MarchThe post Showjumping fences explained: What different types of jumps mean for your horse appeared first on Your Horse.