Horse Welfare
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ESNZ Adopts Horse Welfare Policies
ESNZ has adopted three new policies that aim to support a good life for horses, at a time when horse sports are increasingly coming under scrutiny in relation to horse welfare. The policies...
Equestrian Organisations Unite in Horse Welfare
A group of seven equestrian organisations have put their best hooves forward and adopted a “One Voice” pledge working towards being guardians of the horse, ensuring a good life for horses in...
ISES Conference Review
The International Society for Equitation Science (ISES) Conference held in Cambridge was an opportunity for a gathering of equine researchers, veterinarians and practitioners involved in...
Scholarships Awarded to Advance NZ’s Equine Research
A veterinarian and a clinician from Matamata, and a Canterbury harness racing driver have been awarded this year’s scholarships by the NZ Equine Research Foundation. The Jonathan Hope Equine...
Top New Zealand Equine Facilities to Come Under Scrutiny
International experts and delegates will review of some of the country’s top equestrian facilities, when the global International Society for Equitation Science (ISES) hosts “A Good Life...
IRT Provides a Boost to Veterinary Support at Equestrian Events
IRT is boosting Veterinary support at key equestrian events as its partnership with ESNZ continues to put equine welfare at the forefront of focus. ESNZ has liaised with groups throughout the...
What is "Social Licence to Operate"? and Why We Should Care
Simply put, “Social Licence to Operate” [SLO] is the concept of ongoing local community and public approval or social acceptance of activities, where disapproval may threaten its ongoing...
IRT Named as Official Horse Welfare Partner
Equestrian Sports New Zealand has teamed up with IRT New Zealand in a partnership that aims to put equine welfare at the forefront of its focus. The partnership between the sports...
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