Excess equine weight and whisker-trimming were among the horse-welfare issues highlighted by British Show Pony Society (BSPS), as it has been confirmed that overweight and obese animals should be placed lower. As well as safety, child safeguarding and biosecurity, judges at the BSPS judges’ conference and AGM on 5 February were reminded that horse welfare […]
Lorry goals If you’re used to staying at overnight shows in less than luxury, waking up with wet feet on rainy mornings and thinking longingly of a kettle that boils in less than 20 minutes, you may not want to see how a European champion showjumper does it. Martin Fuchs’ lorry, as revealed in a […]
The British Show Pony Society (BSPS) has reminded judges of the importance of using a full range of marks when using a 50/50 scoring system in judging flat classes. Although it was confirmed at the BSPS judges’ conference and AGM on 5 February that BSPS classes, including Royal International Horse Show (RIHS) qualifiers, will continue […]
1. The five-star horse changing hands and stepping down a level Sarah Bullimore’s five-star ride Conpierre, 15, has been sold to step down a level and give experience to 26-year-old George Bartlett, who produces young horses at Caunton Manor Stud. Caunton’s founder Victoria Wright said: “We felt George needed an experienced horse to help educate […]
The British Show Pony Society (BSPS) is revoking its decision to increase spread widths in Heritage mountain and moorland (M&M) working hunter pony classes and will be returning to the rules stated in the 2021 rule book after a strong response from members. The issue was discussed at a council meeting on 4 February and […]