The British dressage athlete has been fined and suspended by the FEI for a horse welfare violation; time served will be credited.
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Originally planned for a January 1st 2025 launch, more time is being factored in to allow for delivery, and for FEI officials to be educated.
"An entire culture has to change"; after growing tired waiting for governing bodies to affect change, the Danish government has stepped up.
While "this vision of what Dressage should embody may seem self-evident", the discipline has moved away from its traditional purpose, to its detriment.
While Andrew McConnon competed at Burghley last weekend, images of him allegedly abusing horses on private property were going viral.
Double bridles in FEI dressage are considered a 'sport' matter and not a 'welfare' one, which makes them ineligible for review until 2026.
With all eyes on the upcoming Paris Olympics, it's an opportunity for the equestrian community to show their respect and ethical treatment of horses in sport.
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The 1976 Montreal Olympic dressage champion lent her support to the 'ban hyperflexion' campaign and wondered why the FEI 'did nothing'.
The FEI is seeking feedback on its proposed horse welfare plan following the FEI Sports Forum 2024 session.