SY says himself that when he’s with a client’s horse, you’re getting a very fast forward version of what he’d rather prefer to do over days / weeks. So it’s far from ideal - he knows that. As others have said, for many, it’s that or the knackers.
ps. for people who haven’t seen, he travels the...
I’m anti anyone being cruel to animals. Whipping a horse, chasing a fox, kicking a cat, farming an octopus, choking a duck, you name it. How much money I / they / you have is not important.
I’ve now read the article. So the nasty comments are coming from the showing fraternity who are utterly entranced by lineage and
- have spent a lot of money on ponies that should be good because they’re 18th cousin to some prize stallion
- spend a lot of time strapping pony body parts to...
No I absolutely do not support hunting
- just to be extremely clear. I grew up being told it was all part of country life, but then I realised it’s barbaric. I’m not a sab but I could easily be tempted. NB. I don’t want anyone to lose their income but if cash in hand for filling in holes is...
If my social media algorithm is anything to go by, the pro hunters are really chucking their money and weight at the press since the announcement re the trail hunting ban . (My algorithm clearly sees ‘horse’ and ‘outdoorsy stuff’ and decides I’m pro hunting - incorrect assumption!).
There’s...
I’m always banging on about Clever Cowgirl on YouTube - but with great reason - she spends 99% of the time on the ground, just looking after her horses, making sure all their emotional and physical needs are met. Zero pretentiousness. Have a look - many of her most recent vids are with Sparkler...
Sounds to me like she maybe hasn’t established enough bond with you, yet, so she doesn’t trust you enough to be her leader when you’re out. Horses aren’t machines as I’m sure you are fully aware. Spend more time with her on the ground - what’s the equine version of dog agility called again? Try...
It’s not surprising - if you see where it is, well inside the M25, it’s surrounded by housing and commerce - and roads. Tbh, it’s a wonder it’s survived this long.
…and in The Guardian 😥
https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/dec/18/charlotte-dujardin-return-horse-whipping-ban-dressage-world-cup?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other