ReasonDescriptionActionsNutritional DeficienciesHorses may eat mud to supplement their diet with lacking minerals like iron and copper.Consult a veterinarian and review diet. Provide high-quality forage and supplements.Boredom or StressHorses require mental stimulation and may eat mud to alleviate boredom or stress.Offer toys, companionship, and increased turnout time. Address sources of stress.Gastrointestinal DiscomfortEating mud might be an attempt to soothe an upset stomach or relieve intestinal discomfort.Ensure access to appropriate supplements and consult a veterinarian.Learned BehaviorHorses may mimic the behavior of their herd mates who eat mud.Observe horse interactions and address the behavior accordingly.Sand ColicIngesting sandy soil can cause sand accumulation in the digestive tract, leading to colic.Monitor horse behavior and take preventive measures. Consult a veterinarian if needed.Parasite InfestationSoil may contain parasites or eggs, increasing the risk of infestation.Regular deworming and maintaining a clean environment are essential.Dental WearChewing abrasive soil particles can cause excessive wear on horse teeth.Schedule regular dental check-ups for your horse.If you've noticed your horse munching on mud instead of grass, you're not alone. This behaviour, known as geophagia, is relatively common in both domesticated and wild horses. While it may seem concerning, there are several reasons why your equine friend might be indulging in this earthy snack. Let's dig into the potential causes and what you can do about it.Understanding GeophagiaGeophagia refers to the intentional consumption of soil or clay-like substances. In horses, this behaviour can manifest as licking, biting, or actively eating dirt from the ground. While it's not necessarily harmful in small amounts, excessive dirt consumption can lead to health issues.Potential Reasons for Mud-EatingNutritional DeficienciesOne common theory is that horses eat dirt to supplement their diet with minerals they might be lacking. Studies have shown that areas where horses engage in geophagia often contain higher levels of iron and copper compared to other sites. However, it's important to note that even horses on well-balanced diets may exhibit this behaviour, suggesting that nutritional deficiencies aren't always the root cause. Read more about nutritional deficiencies.Boredom or StressHorses are intelligent animals that require mental stimulation. When confined to small spaces or lacking environmental enrichment, they may turn to dirt-eating as a way to alleviate boredom. Similarly, stress can trigger unusual behaviours in horses, including geophagia. Providing toys and companionship can help reduce stress and boredom.Gastrointestinal DiscomfortSome horses may eat mud in an attempt to soothe an upset stomach or relieve intestinal discomfort. This behaviour might be similar to how some animals eat grass when they're feeling nauseous. Ensuring your horse has access to appropriate supplements can help maintain their gastrointestinal health.Learned BehaviourHorses are social animals and may pick up habits from their herd mates. If one horse in a group starts eating dirt, others might follow suit out of curiosity or social mimicry. Observing your horse's behaviour and interactions with other horses can provide insights into why they might be eating mud.Potential Risks of GeophagiaSand ColicIngesting large amounts of sandy soil can cause sand to accumulate in the horse's digestive tract, potentially leading to colic. It's essential to monitor your horse's behaviour and take preventive measures if necessary. Learn more about sand colic.Parasite InfestationSoil may contain parasites or their eggs, increasing the risk of infestation. Regular deworming and maintaining a clean environment can help minimize this risk. Read about parasite control.Dental WearChewing on abrasive soil particles can cause excessive wear on your horse's teeth. Regular dental check-ups can help manage and prevent dental issues related to geophagia.What Can You Do?Consult a VeterinarianRule out any underlying health issues or nutritional deficiencies by consulting a veterinarian. They can provide a comprehensive health check and recommend appropriate actions.Review DietEnsure your horse is receiving a balanced diet with adequate minerals. Consider having your pasture soil tested to identify any potential deficiencies. Providing high-quality forage and supplements can help meet their nutritional needs.Increase ForageProvide ample access to high-quality hay or pasture to keep your horse occupied and satisfy their natural grazing instincts. This can help reduce the likelihood of them turning to dirt-eating out of boredom.Environmental EnrichmentOffer toys, companionship, or increased turnout time to combat boredom. Engaging your horse in regular physical and mental activities can help reduce stress-related behaviours.Address StressIdentify and mitigate any sources of stress in your horse's environment. Ensuring they have a stable and comfortable living space can significantly impact their behaviour and overall well-being.Fence Off Problem AreasIf your horse consistently eats dirt from one area, consider fencing it off temporarily. This can help break the habit and reduce the risk of ingesting harmful substances.ConclusionRemember, while geophagia is often harmless, persistent mud-eating should be addressed to ensure your horse's health and well-being. By understanding the potential causes and taking appropriate action, you can help redirect this behaviour and keep your equine friend happy and healthy.Always consult with your veterinarian or an equine nutritionist if you have concerns about your horse's diet or behaviour. They can provide personalized advice based on your horse's specific needs and circumstances.Asked by YouIs it bad for horses to eat dirt?Occasionally, eating dirt is not necessarily bad for horses, as it can help them supplement missing minerals. However, excessive dirt consumption can lead to health issues such as sand colic, parasite infestations, and dental wear.Why does my horse like mud?Your horse might be eating mud due to a variety of reasons, including nutritional deficiencies, boredom, stress, or gastrointestinal discomfort. Observing your horses environment and behaviour can help identify the cause.What are horses lacking when they eat manure?When horses eat manure, they might be lacking specific nutrients or minerals in their diet. This behaviour can also be a sign of boredom or an attempt to ingest beneficial bacteria for their digestive system.How do you know if your horse has geophagia?If your horse is frequently seen licking, biting, or eating soil, it may have geophagia. It's essential to monitor this behaviour and consult a veterinarian to rule out any underlying health issues or nutritional deficiencies.

Do you prefer bedding your horse down on straw or shavings? Or perhaps you prefer an alternative bedding, such as paper or wood pellets? Most people have a favourite choice of bedding, and there are several factors at play when it comes to choosing the most appropriate for your horse. Whether its habit and what youre used to, or a condition of the yard your horse lives on price, storage capacity and being able to buy locally are other influencing factors too.There are multiple types of horse bedding to choose from and what suits one horse wont be right for another. You will need to consider this as part of your horse care and management. Some horses are wetter and therefore need a more absorbent material, for example, while others may have a health condition, such as a respiratory disease, and so only dust-free will do.Its important to consider your horses needs above all else when choosing bedding. For example, if a horse has respiratory or allergy problems, choose a totally dust-free bedding with high absorbency levels, such as paper, or dust-extracted shavings, says Sue Hurford, a BHS level 4 senior yard manager and senior lecturer in equine science at Bridgend College.If you keep your horse at livery, you may have to factor in yard rules too. I know of several yards that wont allow straw, for example, because it requires a large, dry storage area. More straw bedding tends to be removed each day too, which leads to a bigger muck heap that needs removing more often.Types of horse beddingWheat strawStraw is a popular bedding choice for all ages of horse and ponies. Credit: ShutterstockWheat straw is a very affordable bedding and it can be used for both normal and deep litter beds. It is readily available, absorbent, warm and easy to muck out, plus it isnt difficult to dispose of. However, it can contain dust and spores and so isnt ideal for horses with respiratory issues or allergies.Oat strawHorses like to eat oat straw and it isnt as absorbent as wheat straw. It can be relatively cheap following a good harvest, but like wheat straw it can also be dusty.Wood shavingsOne of the more expensive bedding options, the biggest benefit of shavings is their absorbency and ease of use. Most brands are now dust-extracted, but it is worth double checking if your horse has a breathing or allergy issue. They take a long time to rot down, but can be burnt.PaperPaper is a cheaper bedding option. Credit: Your Horse LibraryOne of the cheaper options of bedding, paper has the same insulation and storage qualities as straw or wood shavings, but it requires more cleaning and maintenance. It isnt good for deep litter beds due to its low absorbency rates and it can be tricky when grooming due to the ink from the print. Cardboard horse bedding is also available but both this and paper can be messy to use as they blow around easily. Paper can be slippery underfoot too.Wood pelletsWood pellets can absorb nine times more liquid than regular shavings and so are super absorbent, making them ideal for deep-litter beds. However, they can be time consuming to lay as they need wetting prior to use and they can be slippery when still dry. They can work out to be more cost-effective than other bedding types. Wood pellets is a great bedding type for horses that are prone to eating their beds. Wood pellets can also provide more consistent footing.HempWood pellets are very absorbent. Credit: ShutterstockHemp has a good level of absorbency and it can be used in deep litter beds, making it economical and it can used in deep litter beds, making it economical in the long run. It is dust free and breaks down very quickly, meaning that it is ideal for wet horses with respiratory problems. Bear in mind that it can be quite expensive initially and it can also be slippery when first laid down. Hemp tends to stick to rugs, manes and tails.Miscanthus beddingMicanthus is a great alternative to a straw bedding as its more absorbent compared to straw and overall you will have less waste, which means a smaller muck heap and less topping up, saving you time and money overall. However, one thing to consider before choosing miscanthus is that some horses will eat it.Miscanthus bedding hasa spongy inner core that is highly absorbent, biodegradable and more hygienic that some other bedding types. It is eco-friendly too.Wood fibreRubber matting provides a padded base. Credit: Your Horse LibraryWood fibre horse bedding can be used as a half bed, quarter bed and a full bed, with or without banks. The bed is designed to be a deep litter bed that is supportive to your horses legs and joints. It is free draining, so the base of the bed will hold urine, meaning the bed will not move about as much as other types of horse bedding.Rubber mattingThe idea of rubber matting is that it provides a padded base for horses to lie on, meaning that owners can use slightly less bedding, thus reducing costs, although the initial outlay of purchasing the matting can be expensive. Mats require require cleaning, including underneath, and they can be heavy to move.Saving money on horse beddingYard manager Sue Hurford suggests the following:Some beds, such as wood pellets, take time to set up initially, but you will spend less time mucking out in the long term and less bedding is removed at a time, as it is so absorbent and easy to use, meaning you need to buy less in the long run.Less bedding removed means a smaller muck heap, and lower costs all round. Credit: Sophie TooleOrder bedding in bulk if you have enough storage, as it can save money per bag or bale and saves on delivery costs.Use the appropriate tools for mucking out the bedding type you choose, so that you dont remove more bedding than you need to. Many companies sell their own tools made specifically for use with their bedding.Some bedding may seem cheap, but check out its contents. If youre having to buy twice the number of bags because there is less bedding inside, it is false economy.Dust isnt the only problem to consider, ammonia is too. Ammonia can cause respiratory issues in the long run, possibly leading to vet call outs. Choosing absorbent bedding, plus thorough mucking out and allowing the floor to dry once it has been disinfected is a worthwhile investment.Mixing different bedding types can sometimes work well. For example, using a base layer of wood pellets under a layer of straw. You then have an absorbent base layer with a warm, fluffy bed on top. It could also work out cheaper, depending on which bedding types you choose.Should I bank my horses bedding?The levelness of horse bedding and whether you include banks comes down to personal preference and what best suits your horse. I personally do like to bank my horses bedding. King rolls every time he comes in from the field or after being ridden, and the banks help to lower the impact when his legs hit the walls. I had to rescue my first pony, Prudence, several times after she rolled too close to the wall and became cast on several occasions usually when my banks were insufficient. So thats why I always have big banks in my stables. I think they look nice and cosy, too.A deep, full and firmer bed that does not move around much can only help to achieve a bed that feels warm, comfortable and supportive for your horse. Whether you choose to include banks really comes down to what your horse needs, says Clare Pearson from Easibed.Banks can help to prevent your horse getting too close to the stable wall when lying down, hopefully helping to prevent injuries from your horse getting up and also when rolling.What if my horse eats their bedding?Hungry horses maybe prone to eating their bed, and while eating small amounts of straw is not a problem for some horses, it may be better to choose anything other than straw to bed these horses down on so that you can control how much straw they eat. For horses who are messy and require a lot of fresh bedding, use a more affordable, high-absorbency bedding, such as wood pellets or hemp, to keep down costs as well as soak up urine effectively.You should also consider your yards muck heap options, advises Sue Hurford. If you use a muck trailer, go for a lightweight bedding that can be easily squashed down to save on the amount of times you have to empty it. If you have lots of space for a big muck heap, use bedding that will break down and compost well.Bedding for a horse who is very wetHorses who are very wet, as well as those who have a tendency to bury droppings in the bedding, can be time consuming to muck out. Easibeds Clare Pearson suggests wood fibre bedding as a good option for horses like this.Urine will drain through the wood fibres straight to the bottom of the bed, keeping the top layer of the bed dry, explains Clare. Wood fibre horse bedding also creates a bed that is firm under foot, so droppings tend to stay on the top layer of the bed, making it easier to skip out.Wood fibre bedding creates a big, deep and cosy bed that will save time and money, adds Clare. This is because it uses less bedding and results in a smaller muck heap to dispose of.On a daily basis, you only need to take out the droppings and tidy the bed. Where darker patches do appear through the top layer of the bed, simply remove the wet area at that point. There is no need to lift the entire bed when doing so.Another thing to think about when choosing horse bedding is that the bed needs to offer protection against urine splash back, continues Clare, as some horses can be susceptible to urine burns.Bedding for a horse with allergiesAllergic reactions in horses can be caused by a number of factors, but equine vets cite dust and spores as the biggest culprits and its thought they are responsible for one of the most widespread health problem that horses in the UK suffer from respiratory disease, says Brent Adamson from Bedmax.More specifically, it is tiny particles of airborne or respirable (breathable) dust and spores that cause the biggest problem. Even small quantities concentrated in the horses breathing zone in a loose box can cause an allergic reaction, or even a non-allergic irritation that can cause an inflammatory response in the respiratory system.For a horse with a dust allergy or a respiratory disease, one of the most important factors to consider when choosing bedding is that itcontains the lowest possible levels of dust and spores.For allergy-sensitive horses in particular, beddings that contain additives of any kind are best avoided, so opt for natural products, adds Brent. Look out for manufactures that use mostly pine timber, because this offers anti-bacterial advantages in helping to maintain hygiene in the stable.Top tips for respiratory healthBrent advises the following:Always take your horse out of the stable when youre putting down a new bed or mucking out.Avoid sweeping the yard while your horse is in their stable as they will breathe the particles in the air.Remember that hay is full of airborne dust and spores and may benefit from being steamed or soaked.Be aware that if your allergy-prone horse is stabled next to a horse who is bedded on straw and fed hay, your horse could be affected by dust and spores from next door.What horse bedding do riders choose and why?Straw is cheaper and the beds are fluffierAt Headmore Stud, we use a mixture of straw and shavings, depending on each horses needs, says dressage rider Alice Oppenheimer. Every stable has rubber matting at the front so that the horses can either stand on the mats or on the bedding, but not the floor. Generally, straw is cheaper which is why those who can be bedded on straw are. Also, studies have shown that straw is a better bedding for many as horses can constantly graze if they want to, plus the beds are fluffier.I like big, thick shavings beds that encourage horses to lie downWe have rubber matting in the stables at Carls yard. We clean the mats every two weeks, pulling them out, hosing them and using a disinfectant powder, says Alan Davies, groom to Carl Hester and Charlotte Dujardin. I like big, thick shavings beds that encourage horses to lie down. We always have banks of about 1ft high. I dont like them to be too big, because I dont want to reduce the space the horses have in each box. We muck out fully every day. At home I keep my Shetlands in deep litter because of time and money, taking the wet out once a week.We mix the odd shavings bale in with wood pelletsWe bed our horses on soaked wood pellets, but we do muck out properly every day, says leading show horse producer Jayne Ross. It is much more cost effective as the muck heap takes much longer to grow. We have rubber matting but I still like a good, thick bed, and we often mix in the odd bale of shavings to create more body for the banks.Straw is great for drying muddy legsI love giving the horses a really deep bed of straw with large banks to encourage them to lie down, says Scotland-based rider and former professional groom Liz Daniels. I find that straw is also great for drying muddy legs and it seems to reduce the incidences of mud fever, as it allows legs to dry properly without having to wash and towel dry them.Wood pellets are so easy to useI started using wood pellets because my pony drinks and wees a lot. They are so easy to use, says rider Georgia Guerin. You can skip out in seconds and there is so little waste. I dont take the wet out every day every so often Ill dig out a quarter of the wet and then do another quarter the next time. I put some unactivated (unwanted) pellets in underneath, too, because then the bed becomes even more absorbent.Using wood pellets for horse beddingI used to keep a horse on a yard that wouldnt allow straw, which suited my horse at the time because he would cough on anything other than dust-free shavings, so that is the bedding I bought him. I temporarily tried two other geldings on wood pellets too. They were both fairly clean horses but the pellets were short lived because I found them labour intensive.Wood pellets are laid dry (it looks a lot like feed cubes on the floor!) and then require a certain amount of water to be added so that the cube breaks up and becomes more flake like, making for a fluffy bed. However, I didnt have time to spend doing it properly. A lady from the bedding company laid the initial bed and she made it look easy, so if you have time to hone the skill youre on to a winner.Why I prefer straw horse beddingThe majority of my horses over the years have used straw bedding. I like a deep fluffy straw bed with banks and rubber matting underneath. Living on a farm meant we could buy in bulk as there was plenty of storage space, and so it was the cheaper option too. I also find it straightforward to muck out.My usual routine is remove droppings and wet from the straw bedding in the morning, relaying a half bed for the horse to stand and wee on during the day. Then in the evening, I skip out again before laying down the full bed, topped up with some fresh on top. My horses are never in the stable when I muck out, and by the time Ive done hay, water, picked out hooves and changed rugs, any dust Ive disturbed has settled.Having said that, in my yard of 10 or so horses, there would always be the odd one or two on shavings. One Thoroughbred mare would eat too much of her straw bed and we think this once caused her to colic, so she moved on to shavings. I found that with shavings, the bed needs to be skipped out multiple times during the day, and I never really got the hang of only removing the worst of the wet. Id fall into the trap of taking out too much too often, or not removing enough and it creeping into the rest of the clean bed.You also need to be in a watertight stable when using a horse bedding like shavings, otherwise they become wet quickly. Our old stables were in farm buildings of a certain age and definitely were not bone dry!Main image of a shavings bed: copyright ShutterstockRelated contentWhy is my horse coughing?How a horses digestive system worksNine common horse skin conditions in pictures4 respiratory noises that could be cause for concernMinimising the risk ammonia poses to you and your horseThe post Which type of bedding is best for your horse? appeared first on Your Horse.

Despite the best efforts of the Corrigan family to run the first leg of the DAFM Eventing Studbook Series at Lisgarvan, they were defeated by the weather and eventually had to cancel. It was the Dulohery family at Kilguilkey who eventually kicked off the series on the 19th of May Unfortunately, for similar weather-related reasons, this leg had to be abandoned following the EI115 cross country. The 7yr olds running over this course were able to complete, however the five- and six-year-olds only completed the first two phases for the event was discarded. The winner of the 7yr old class on the day was Jamaica Rose (ISH) ridden by Jack OHaire. The league points for the five- and six-year-olds were awarded to reflect the results following the dressage and showjumping phases. The second leg of the series took place at Ballindenisk, and thankfully the weather was on side. This time []

The Underwriting Exchange Irish CSIO3*-W Show Jumping team return to action in Praha tomorrow night. HSI High Performance Show Jumping Director Michael Blake has named his quartet for the event, which takes place tomorrow afternoon in the Czech capital. Blake chooses Shane Breen, Matt Garrigan, David Simpson and Cian OConnor for the 1.50m contest, following on from a podium finish in the Longines EEF Series last weekend in Deauville, which earned Ireland a place in Septembers Warsaw final. The Underwiting Exchange Irish Senior Show Jumping Team competing in the CSIO3*-W Nations Cup, Praha is as follows: Shane Breen with Cato Boy, owned by Nikki Rutter Giaponne. Matt Garrigan with Jaguar, BWG Stables. David Simpson with Pjotr Van De Kruishoeve, owned by David Simpson. Cian OConnor with Fancy De Kergane, owned by Susan Magnier. The Irish Show Jumping team is sponsored by The Underwriting Exchange Charles Ancona Official athlete clothing []

Tim Price and Vitali represent New Zealand in the Tokyo Olympics. Photo by Shannon Brinkman.We are just about a month away from the start of eventing competition in Paris, and while were still a few days ahead of the deadline for Definite Entries to be sent in, we thought it would be a good time to catch you up on what we know so far.Eventing competition in the Olympics has evolved over time. In 2021, the year of the postponed 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, a new team format was introduced with a total of three riders on a team along with a Traveling Reserve that does not compete unless substituted. This meant the elimination of the four-person, one drop score format and allowed for the IOC to include a larger number of participating nations. The change and its associated scoring updates (teams are heavily penalized for substituting a reserve in during competition more on this coming soon in our Scoring Guide) was met with mixed reviews, as most changes are, but the underscoring factor remains that it now has become that much more difficult to complete a team, much less medal at the Olympics.The eventing quota in Paris is a total of 65 combinations, comprised of 16 three-pair teams (48 combinations) and 17 individual combinations. Each of the 16 teams are also given the option to send a Traveling Reserve, meaning well see up to 81 horses arriving in Paris for eventing. However, not all teams will have enough riders to dip into for a Traveling Reserve, so the final tally will likely be a bit less than 81.Qualified NationsTeam Germany stamped their ticket to Paris at the 2022 FEI World Championships for Eventing in Italy. Photo by Tilly Berendt.The FEI has divided the world up into competition groups:A North Western Europe; B South Western Europe C Central & Eastern Europe; Central Asia D & E North America, Central & South America F Africa & Middle East G South East Asia, OceaniaTeams had two primary chances to qualify, regardless of group: one via FEI World Championships and the other via the 2023 FEI Nations Cup. Qualifiers for each group were also designated for additional opportunities to secure a spot. As the host country, France automatically earned a spot for a team, meaning they did not need to qualify in any other way. (Note: If a team qualified and sent competitors to another qualifying event (i.e., the U.S., after qualifying with their silver medal finish at Pratoni in 2022, also sent a team to Pan Ams in 2023), the Olympic spot would go to the next highest placed team that did not already have a berth secured.)The 16 teams were delegated as follows:Host Country: FranceTop 7 teams from FEI World Championships for Eventing (2022 Pratoni del Vivaro): Germany, USA, New Zealand, Great Britain, Ireland, Sweden, SwitzerlandTop 2 as-yet-unqualified teams from FEI European Championships (2023 Le Pin au Haras) Groups A/B: Belgium, NetherlandsTop unqualified team from Group C FEI Designated Olympic Qualification Event (2023 Babarowko): PolandTop 2 unqualified teams from 2023 Pan American Games (Santiago) Groups D/E: Canada, BrazilTop 2 unqualified teams from Groups F/G FEI Designated Olympic Qualification Event (2023 Millstreet) Groups F/G: Australia, Japan (Japan were retroactively awarded this place after Chinas disqualification)Top unqualified team from 2023 FEI Nations Cup series for Eventing: ItalyIn the event any of the above nations become unable to send a team, the Reserve nations are Spain, China, and Finland.Individual QualificationsLea Siegl and DSP Fighting Line compete as individuals for Austria in Tokyo. Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.Through the acquisition of FEI World Ranking points, smaller federations can qualify for one of the 17 individual quota places. Nations that are sending a team are not eligible to send individuals. The quotas were determined based on the best four results per horse/rider combination during the qualification period of January 1 through December 31, 2023. The two top-ranked individuals in each FEI group referenced above could secure an individual quota spot, with a maximum of two berths available per country.Countries that have qualified for their individual quota spots are:Argentina (2 spots)AustriaChina (2 spots)CzechRepublic (2 spots)DenmarkEcuador (2 spots)Finland (2 spots)HungaryMoroccoSouth AfricaSpain (2 spots)More information on qualifications can be found here.FEI Paris 2024 Information HubBelow, well keep track of the teams and individuals that have been confirmed. This will continue to be a running list, so plan to check back periodically or on our homepage for the latest updates. The list will only include confirmed teams, with short- and long-lists linked at the bottom. Most of the individual spots will be updated once Definite Entries are filed.If weve missed a name, please tip us by emailing tips@eventingnation.com.Team List (Alphabetical by Country Rider | Horse | Owner): (*indicates Traveling Reserve pair)GREAT BRITAIN *Note: The Traveling Reserve pair for Switzerland will be chosen from the group below.Ros CanterLordships GraffaloMichele & Archie SaulLaura CollettLondon 52Karen Bartlett, Keith Scott, & the riderYas InghamBanzai du LoirJanette Chinn & the Sue Davies FundTom McEwenJL DublinJames & Jo Lambert & Deirdre JohnstonIRELAND Susie BerryWellfields LincolnSue Wilkinson, Anne Marling, & the riderSarah EnnisAction Lady MAndrew Cox & Susanne MackenAustin OConnorColorado Bluethe Salty Syndicate, Gill Watson, Philippa Smith, & Jenny Burall*Aoife ClarkSportsfield Freelancethe Freelance Syndicate & the riderJAPAN Kazuma TomotoVinci de la Vigne JRAJapanese Equestrian FederationRyuzo KitajimaCekatinka JRAJapanese Equestrian FederationYoshiaki OiwaMGH Grafton Streetthe rider*Toshiyuki TanakaJefferson JRAJapanese Equestrian FederationNETHERLANDS Janneke BoonzaaijerACSI Champ de TailleurHetty Roozendaal and Lieke van der WerfSanne de JongEnjoySanne de Jong and Jantien van ZonRaf KooremansCrossborder Radar LoveJeanine Steentjes*Elaine PenDiwaliEli and Stephanie LeenaarsPOLAND Malgorzada KoryckaCanvalenciaBeata Korycka and Jerry KoryckiRobert PowalaTosca del CastegnoWechta Inwestycje Sp.Pawel WarszawskiLucinda Ex Ani 4RiderSWITZERLAND *Note: The Traveling Reserve pair for Switzerland will be chosen from the group below.Robin GodelGrandeur de Lully CHJean-Jacques FnfschillingMlody JohnerToubleu de RueirePeter Thrler & Heinz-Gnter WickenhuserNadja MinderTobleroneNicole BasieuxFelix VoggDao de lOceanPhoenix Eventing SrlUNITED STATES Will ColemanOff The RecordOff The Record SyndicateBoyd MartinFedarman BAnnie Goodwin SyndicateCaroline PamukcuHSH BlakeCaroline Pamukcu, Deniz Pamukcu, Mollie Hoff, & Sherrie Martin*Liz HallidayCooley NutcrackerThe Nutcracker SyndicateCURRENT LONG- AND SHORT-LISTSBRAZILFRANCEGERMANYITALYINDIVIDUALList (Alphabetical by Country Rider | Horse | Owner):ARG ARGAUT Lea SieglDSP Fighting LineMarianne MhlbckCHN CHNCZE CZEDEN Peter FlarupFascinationRider & Jan JuulECU ECUFIN Veera ManninenSir GregEquisport Tolmu Team and Nuuttila Pia and Tolmunen PetriFINSanna SiltakorpiBofey ClickElmo Jankari, Teija-Tuulia Kiviniemi, Maria Mller, Sami Siltakorpi, Vesa Siltikorpi, and RiderHUN Balzs KaizingerHerr Cooles ClassicoMAR Noor SlaouiCash In HandMoulay Hafid El Alamy and RiderRSAAlexander PeternellFigaro des PremicesRiderESP ESPView more of ENs coverage of the Paris Olympics here. 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An enchanting teatime awaits in the Paris Room at The Equestrian Hotel on the last Sunday of every month from 12pm to 2pm from July 29 through December 29. Indulge in the English tradition of afternoon tea with an array of teas and gourmet creations, including savory finger sandwiches, delicate pastries and sweet treats. Full tea service is complemented by a glass of brut sparkling[...]Read MoreThe post Join Us for Afternoon Tea in the Paris Room appeared first on World Equestrian Center.

Tamie Smith and Mai Baum at Aachen. Photo by Libby Law.In 2026, the world of equestrian sport will return to the place where history has already been made several times at World and European Championships. During the FEI World Championships Aachen 2026, the battle will be on for gold, silver and bronze at the traditional showgrounds in front of the gates of the old imperial city again from August 11th-23rd. Photo courtesy of Aachen 2026.Want to experience these unforgettable moments? Then, dont hesitate! Besides Show Jumping and Dressage tickets for the disciplines Eventing, Vaulting and Driving are available from 8am CEST on Friday, June 28. Look forward to being there to sense that special tension, that tingle in the air, which can only be experienced in Aachen. Secure your tickets for the FEI World Championships Aachen 2026 here, from the hotline on +49 (0)241-9171111 or from the offices of the Aachen-Laurensberger Rennverein.

Westfalia is horse country. There is hardly any other region where horse breeding and equestrian sport are as strong, so its two associations are celebrating special anniversaries this year. Founded in 1924, the equestrian sport association of Westfalia has been in existence for 100 years, while the Westfalian Studbook, founded in 1904, is 120 years []The post Westfalian Studbook Festival: July 12-14 looking to the future appeared first on Breeding News for Sport Horses.