Competition
FEI bans trimmed whiskers in competition horses
Citing welfare concerns, the international sport organization decrees that horses with trimmed muzzle, eye or outer-ear hair will be disqualified from events.
US Equestrian Extends COVID-19 Related Rule Modifications
Many of the COVID-19-related rule modifications implemented for the 2020 competition year have been reissued and will be effective December 1, 2020, through November 30, 2021.
US Equestrian Announces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Plan
These strategies seek to ensure a welcoming environment for people from traditionally under-represented and under-served communities, and evolve US Equestrian’s policies and practices to create a more inclusive sport for all participants and fans.
South Point Opens 40,000-Square-Foot Farnam Arena
The complex is the home of several large horse shows in the Western performance horse industry, and this arena will be its largest equine competition space.
FEI Driving World Championships Canceled Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
The event, slated to be held in the Netherlands, was to host four-in-hand teams from 13 nations.