ReviewAnimals : an open access journal from MDPI2022
Champing at the Bit for Improvements: A Review of Equine Welfare in Equestrian Sports in the United Kingdom.
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23 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Hyperflexing the horse's neck: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Scientific reports · 2024Pooled it
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- Omics integration reveals how the gut microbiota of Warmblood horses responds to equestrian show jumping-a short-duration, high-intensity technical exercise stress.Animal microbiome · 2026Article
- Ethological and clinical evaluation of the welfare of horses in draft competitions in Spain.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2026Article
- A Qualitative Exploration of the Lived Experiences and Perspectives of Equine-Assisted Services Practitioners in the UK and Ireland.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2025Article
- Education and Licensing of Horse Owners: Addressing Poor Horse Welfare in the UK.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2025Review
- A structured exercise regimen enhances autonomic function compared to unstructured physical activities in geriatric horses.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- The Role of European Equestrian Institutions in Training Professionals: Outcomes from a Workshop on Horse Welfare in Equestrian Education.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2025Article
- Evaluating Forelimb and Hindlimb Joint Conformation of Morna Racehorses (Veterinary sciences · 2025Article
- A move in the right direction: Tracking the traceability of British Thoroughbreds outside of racing.PloS one · 2025Article
- Effect of the intrinsic and extrinsic factors on the growth and development of young foals under subtropical conditions of Pakistan.PloS one · 2025Article
- Stakeholder Views on the Potential Benefits and Feasibility of an Equestrian Industry-Specific Health, Safety and Welfare Management System.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2024Article
- Comparative analysis of breeding patterns and reproductive efficiency of mares in subtropical conditions of Pakistan.Veterinary medicine and science · 2024Article
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- Changes in the equine facial repertoire during different orthopedic pain intensities.Scientific reports · 2024Article
- Social facilitation of trotting: Can horses perceive and adapt to the movement of another horse?PloS one · 2024Article
- Changing Hearts and Minds in the Equestrian World One Behaviour at a Time.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2023Review
- Longitudinal Training and Workload Assessment in Young Friesian Stallions in Relation to Fitness, Part 2-An Adapted Training Program.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2023Article
- Sustainability and the Thoroughbred Breeding and Racing Industries: An Enhanced One Welfare Perspective.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2023Article
- A Bioeconomic Model for the Thoroughbred Racing Industry-Optimisation of the Production Cycle with a Horse Centric Welfare Perspective.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2023Review
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Abstract
Equestrian sports, including racing (e.g., flat, steeple-chasing, harness or donkey derby); show-jumping; cross-country; dressage; polo; polocrosse; endurance; carriage driving; vaulting and hunting; are hugely popular in the UK, and they involve a significant number of people, both as participants and spectators, and tens of thousands of equids. In this paper, we discuss animal welfare as a complex and disputed issue, clarifying what the term means and how it can be measured. We review many aspects of welfare risk to equids used for sport, addressing issues encountered throughout their lives, including housing, feeding, veterinary intervention, shoeing, handling, training, breeding and equipment. This is followed by a unique exploration of the institutions and social processes influencing equine welfare. The institutional components comprise the rules of competition, the equids, attributes of the stakeholders and the space where participants strive to achieve a common purpose. We endeavour to untangle the most significant elements that create barriers or provide opportunities for equine welfare improvement. We expose the challenges faced by a broad range of stakeholders with differing ethics, attitudes and values. Evidently, there are many welfare risks to which equids used in sports continue to be exposed. It is also evident that significant improvements have occurred in recent times, but there remains a barrier to reducing the risks to an acceptable level. We conclude with recommendations regarding a process for change, involvement of stakeholders and management of knowledge to improve equine welfare that involves identifying and prioritising the risk factors and ultimately leading to interventions, further research and/or education.
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