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Your Daily Hoofbeat ...

With Everything Horse, you're always in the saddle when it comes to the latest equestrian news and features. Rather than sending a newsletter for every news piece or article we publish, we now send daily updates instead. Here's your round-up for today...

TODAY'S NEWS, REPORTS AND STORIES

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Best Horse Clippers for Autumn/Winter 2026

Finding the best horse clippers for your horse can be quite tricky, especially as there are so many to choose from. Horse clippers are undoubtedly a significant investment, so it’s important to consider several key factors before making a purchase. From the type of coat your horse has to how frequently you’ll be clipping, choosing the right set involves balancing …

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Products for Horses' Hooves

Do you spend hours considering products for your horses' hooves, wondering which ones would be best to use? This product feature takes a look at a selection of products we have used (and continue to use) as an effective way to maintain a healthy hoof. *post contains affiliate links. Learn more here. Factors affecting hoof health Hard, dry ground compromises …

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“Thankfully Jack didn’t get me today!” Joe Whitaker wins HOYS thriller

Joe Whitaker had cousin Jack hot on his heels as he rode Vagalenco GF to victory in the Dallamires Stables Cup on day three of Horse of the Year Show. Just 0.15 seconds separated the cousins in a thrilling jump-off on Friday evening, with Jack and D&H Valmy De Le Lande finishing second as the class brought the day's competition …

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Raphaela Dawson doubles at HOYS with second major title riding in the STX-UK Pony Foxhunter Championship aboard MHS Glow. Image credit 1st Class Images This time it was Woody Van Duyversputten’s turn in the spotlight as Raphaela guided him to victory with an immaculate first round followed by a smooth, fast jump-off. A strong first round showcased the calibre of young riders rising through the ranks, with 11 combinations from 20 starters securing their place in the jump-off. Pony championships such as these provide valuable experience for riders aiming to progress onto the international circuit. William Whitaker, a previous Pony Foxhunter champion, and Jodie Hall McAteer, who enjoyed a successful pony career before moving into senior competition, illustrate where that pathway can lead. Raphaela’s time of 28.82 seconds secured victory ahead of Olivia Brightmore riding Flore Des Islots, with Portia Taylor-Wilson finishing third on Olivia W. The small chestnut gelding took the tight turns confidently, maintaining a smooth rhythm as Raphaela steered him around the course. “We’ve had the pony for five years now, and I am the only one who has ever jumped him in the ring,” Raphaela said. “When we first brought him home he used to go around our fields and jump the fences, so we always knew he could jump, but he was very difficult to break in, so he was actually kind of a year behind every other pony of his age.

Raphaela Dawson doubles up at HOYS with second major title

Raphaela Dawson completed a memorable double at Horse of the Year Show with victory in the STX-UK Pony Foxhunter Championship. The Berkshire rider, a European Pony Championship team gold medallist for Great Britain this summer, had already been crowned Leading Pony Showjumper of the Year aboard MHS Glow. This time it was Woody Van Duyversputten’s turn in the spotlight as …

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