Following on from the conclusion of a thrilling inaugural season of the Longines League of Nations™, which saw Germany crowned the first Longines League of Nations™ Champions, the FEI Board has confirmed the events for the 2025 Season. The 2025 Season will open in the Middle East in Abu Dhabi (UAE) in February, followed by the US Qualifier at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala,...

Pictured from left to right are FEI Veterinary Committee Chair Jenny Hall (GBR), FEI Vice President Mark Samuel (CAN), FEI President Ingmar De Vos (BEL), and FEI Secretary General Sabrina Ibáñez at the opening of the in-person Board Meeting in Abu Dhabi (UAE) on 10 November. FEI/ Solo Studio  The second in-person FEI Board meeting of the year took place on, 10 November 2024,...

Sophie Hinners (GER) and Iron Dames my Prins - winners of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Western European League - Verona (ITA)  Copyright ©FEI/Massimo Argenziano Just a week after her partner Richard Vogel (GER) claimed victory in Lyon (FRA), 26-year-old Sophie Hinners (GER) made her own mark on the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Western European League in Verona...

Section Key Points Understanding the Grief Process Grief is a complex journey, emotions vary from sadness to anger. Recognize feelings as normal and essential for healing. The Emotional and Rational Brain Conflict Emotional desire for companionship clashes with rational acceptance of absence; manage this balance for healing. Hope Finding Versus Reality Holding onto signs and memories can be comforting, but also hinder moving on. Acknowledge both joyful and challenging experiences for closure. Finding New Purpose and Meaning Explore new hobbies or care for other animals to fill the void. Reflect on shared adventures and pursue them independently. Journaling and Reflection Journaling is a therapeutic practice aiding emotional processing and documenting progress from heartache toward healing. The Role of Hope in Healing Focus on hope not to deny pain but to have faith in future beyond heartbreak, pursue new hobbies, and engage in volunteering. Practical Steps to Move On Strategies include allowing yourself to grieve, seeking support, finding new activities, journaling, and focusing on the present. Conclusion Loss is a new beginning. Embrace hope, reflect on past, find new ventures, focus on present and future for a fulfilling life. Finding Hope After Heartbreak: Navigating Life Without Your Beloved HorseLosing a beloved horse is akin to losing a family member. It's an experience filled with grief and deep emotional turmoil that many horse enthusiasts find incredibly challenging to navigate. This article explores paths to recovery, offering insights and coping strategies for those dealing with such a significant loss.Understanding the Grief ProcessGrief is a complex journey, not a single event. It comes in waves of varied emotionsfrom sadness to anger to the inevitable guilt that often accompanies such a loss. Recognizing that these feelings are perfectly normal is the first step towards healing. Allow yourself the space to feel and process each emotion.The Emotional and Rational Brain ConflictComparable to the aftermath of a romantic breakup, your emotional brain yearns for your horse's companionship, while your rational brain registers their absence. Balancing these conflicting feelings is crucial for healing. Imagining your horse nearby can deliver comfort, but clinging excessively to such memories might hinder real progress.Hope Finding Versus RealityHope finding occurs when we hold onto memories or signs that seem to prove our horse is still with us in spirit. Though comforting, they can tether you to the past, making it difficult to move on. Acknowledging both the joyful and challenging times spent with your horse can help you gain perspective and achieve closure.Taking a Realistic InventoryReflect not just on the fond memories but also on the difficulties faced during your time together. This acknowledges the complete spectrum of your relationship, facilitating a clearer and more balanced view of your connection. Embrace the complexities they brought into your life and start letting go of the hope they might somehow return.Finding New Purpose and MeaningAcknowledging the loss opens avenues for finding new purpose and meaning in life. Reflect on the activities or hobbies enjoyed with your horse that you might pursue independently. Caring for other horses or animals, perhaps at a local equine rescue, can fill the void and help form new exciting bonds.Questions to Reflect Upon- What activities or shared adventures can you continue on your own? - Can caring for other animals bring joy to your life? - Are there new life goals you can focus on now to provide a sense of accomplishment or happiness?Journaling and ReflectionEngage in a journaling practice. Articulating thoughts and feelings allows you to process emotions and reflect on your journey. Consider creating a "Scrapbook of a Broken Heart," including notes and photos as a therapeutic exercise, documenting your progress from heartache toward healing.The Role of Hope in HealingHope propels us forward in loss. It is not about denying the pain but having faith in a future beyond the heartbreak. Concentrate on pursuing new hobbies, caring for animals, or even getting involved in volunteering activities. Such endeavors provide a sense of purpose and pave the way for brighter days.Practical Steps to Move OnHere are some effective strategies to guide you through the healing process:Allow Yourself to Grieve: Acknowledge your emotions and do not rush through the grieving period.Seek Support: Speak with friends, family, or therapists to share your feelings and gain solace.Find New Activities: Delve into new hobbies, perhaps exploring a new horse riding boot venture?Reflect and Journal: Utilize journaling to track your emotional landscape and progress.Focus on the Present: Remember the cherished past, but concentrate on present opportunities to help you continue moving forward.ConclusionWhile losing a cherished horse is a profound sorrow, it marks not the end but a new beginning. Embrace hope, reflect on the past with gratitude, find meaning in new ventures, and welcome the opportunities that now lay in front of you. By focusing on the present and future, you can build a fulfilling life beyond your current heartache, always cherishing the bond shared with your beloved horse.For more inspiring content and to find the perfect riding gear to match your journey, visit Just Horse Riders today.```html```

Purina Animal Nutrition announced today the launch of its new challenge,Through Thick and Thin, which seeks to help every horse in America achieve and maintain an optimal body condition score (BCS).In a recent survey of horse owners, one in four said they were concerned about their horses weight,so Purina is introducing the challenge to educate and empower horse owners around taking an active role in managing this critical component of overall health.A horses body condition affects multiple areas of their life, from their performance to their overall health, said Mary Beth Gordon, PhD, Senior Director, Equine Technical Innovation. And of all the health issues horses can face, their weight and their BCS is something horse owners can have a meaningful impact on with the right tools and information.BCS is a numerical system used to assess a horses physical condition based on its palpable fat and visual appearance. It is measured on a scale of 1-9, with 1 being severely underweight and 9 being severely overweight.While the optimal BCS for each horse depends on their specific career, age and other factors, the average horse should target a BCS between 5 or 6. Broodmares may achieve a BCS of 7 throughout their pregnancy, while racehorses and endurance horses may be healthy at a BCS of 4. Horses that are at a higher BCS than their optimal score are at greater risk for metabolic issues, while horses with a lower BCS than optimal are at risk for malnourishment.Veterinarians are an important resource to consult when managing a horses weight. They can identify what the optimal BCS for each specific horse should be and provide crucial medical support for issues that may be related to obesity, such as insulin resistance. A partnership between horse owners, veterinarians and nutritionists is an excellent approach to help horses reach their optimal body condition and support any health challenges horses are experiencing.Mary Beth Gordon, PhD, Senior Director, Equine Technical Innovation at Purina, demonstrates how to use a weight tape.Horse owners can measure their horses BCS themselves by assessing their horses fat cover over specific areas of the body.For more detailed instructions on measuring and interpreting a horses BCS,review these tips from the Purina technical team.By providing horse owners with educational resources on weight management and the feed and nutrition solutions that help optimize body condition, were taking steps to reach our goal of having more horses in the United States achieve and maintain their optimal BCS, said Dr. Gordon.Horse owners can participate in the Through Thick and Thin Challenge by:Learning more about their horses weightGetting apersonalized feed recommendationfor their horseSigning up for theFeed Greatness Challenge, a 30-day feeding trial exclusively from Purina Animal NutritionSharing their horses weight management journey by tagging@purinafeedgreatness on InstagramandPurina Horse Feedon Facebook

! It's a proud moment for us at Narrow Water as we celebrate the return of some of our top horses to the competition arena! After a long break, Maximum Jay and Michael are back in action at advanced level, showcasing their skills and determination. And let's not forget our Class 1 Stallion, Lor Ruadhs Galileo, who has also made a comeback under saddle with Shannon Magee. We are thrilled to see these horses back in the competition arena and can't wait to see what they achieve in the upcoming competitions. Stay tuned for more updates on our amazing horses and their journey towards success! #NarrowWaterEquestrian #HorseRiding #CompetitionReady