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Horse welfare in equestrian sports

Equines used in sport often face significant animal welfare concerns, including overtraining, inappropriate housing, the use of harsh training methods or equipment, and the risk of injury or death during competition. Intense physical demands can lead to chronic pain or long-term health problems, while the pressure to perform may result in practices that prioritise performance over the animal’s well-being. Ensuring proper care, ethical training, and strict enforcement of welfare standards is essential to protect horses and other equines involved in sporting activities. Presentations will include: ''Understanding welfare in elite equestrian sport: a behavioural science perspective'' with Mette Uldahl, 1st Vice President, European Veterinary Association, equine health and welfare ''A perspective on Equine Welfare concerns in Elite sport'' with Ingmar de Vos, President, International Equestrian Federation (FEI) ''Horse Sport and Social Licence: Aligning Public Expectations with Equine Welfare'' with Alana Chapman, Campaigns Officer for Research and Education, World Horse Welfare