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Racing
Racing embracing renewable energy
Mark Costello
The Irish Field is staging an information evening on solar power this month
7 August 2026 General
State of the art training hub for every rider
Beginners, leisure riders, competitors, coaches and equestrian professionals can all benefit from the advanced technology and expert tuition available at CAFRE’s Rider Performance Hub
7 August 2026 General
A guide to choosing safe, ethical equine activities for your children
Horse Sense have complied a checklist that every parent can use if they are introducing their child or vulnerable person to new equestrian activities
The Coach's Eye - Dublin Horse Show special: Approaching fences
Just in time for Dublin Horse Show week, coach and rider Johnny O'Connell shares a training exercise for competitors of all levels to help with the approach to a fence
31 July 2026 General
Getting your head in the game for Dublin
Sports psychologist Jacques Malone shares her bespoke guide to positive performance while you're competing at the Gallagher Dublin Horse Show
31 July 2026 General
Elite equine sector secures transport exemption from EU welfare regulation
EFTBA hails significant milestone following news of exemption from proposed EU transport rules
24 July 2026 News
Horse health special: Rethinking box rest
When box rest is essential, thoughtful management of company, forage, enrichment and rehabilitation can help protect a horse’s physical and mental wellbeing, writes vet Dr Karen Dunne
24 July 2026 General
Department launches new equine tracking measures
The Equine Herd Profiles link every equine to a physical location, a responsible person and tracking movements from birth to death or export
24 July 2026 General
SHOW LIKE A PRO: Makeup tutorial
Ciara Mullen shows us how she does Bart's makeup for a show
22 July 2026 General
Where there’s a willingness, there’s a way
A recent workshop at Naas Racecourse saw many of the most influential figures in racing and equestrian sport exploring how welfare thinking might be translated into meaningful action
19 July 2026 General
The Thinking Farrier: CAFRE welcomes internationally respected farriers
CAFRE hosts a unique learning opportunity with internationally renowned farriers, Horse Sense gets the lowdown
17 July 2026 General
Understanding equine learning: Operant conditioning
Equine behaviourist Dr Orla Doherty continues her series, exploring how the thoughtful application and timely release of pressure can shape behaviour and build lasting positive outcomes
17 July 2026 General