A groundbreaking change is taking place in the world.New sympathies, ecological and ethological sustainability have become a priority aspects. The well-being of the animals and of the environment means also the well-being of mankind. This inevitably involves the management of horses throughout the ‘horse industry’. Starting from breeding programmes to competitions, a consciousness and awareness…
Scuderia 1918 announces Henk Nooren as its own Team Manager; in his new prestigious role, the ex Chef d’Equipe of the French Team will oversee Scuderia 1918’s elite team of riders and horses, including the youngest talents, guiding them with strategies and performance. Henk Nooren served several Equestrian Teams as Chef d’Équipe, where he played…
Regulations for Under 18s Avv. Michela Masoero – Horses and Law horsesandlaw@gmail.com www.horsesandlaw.it Compulsory safety wear Hat: For all beginners of equestrian sports, whether during training, when participating in competitions or events, and in any other situation in which the rider engages in sporting activities with a horse, it is compulsory for all riders under…
Muscle development Prof.ssa Emanuela Valle Dip. Scienze Veterinarie – Università di Torino Full Professor – EBVS® European Specialistin Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition Muscle development in the sport horse is a fundamental factor that guarantees optimal performance, general well-being and the ability to withstand prolonged efforts. In the untrained horse, muscle mass constitutes approximately 45% of…
The freedom you want and the courage you need The academic art of horse riding and everyday life lessons Naraya Pierandrei The relationship or bond created between a horse and a human is one of a kind. It is indeed this relationship that has taught me the most and has been my driving force since…
How much, when and what… at competitions The nutritional needs of a competition horse. At competition, a horse needs energy and needs to be well hydrated; his wellbeing must not be forgotten. Prof.ssa Emanuela ValleDip. Scienze Veterinarie – Università di Torino Full Professor – EBVS® European Specialistin Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition In many cases, at…
The best years Winner of three Olympic medals, the British rider Laura Collett, 35 years old, once again she reaches the highest level in the discipline of eventing. Winner of a team gold medal in Tokyo 2020, and again in Paris 2024 as well as achieving an individual bronze, all with her exceptional horse, London…
Fieracavalli Verona 9 novembre 2024 Italy, November 9, 2024 The Italian qualifying stage of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup (Verona, November 7-10, 2024) hosts the first Summit of the Jumping Owners Club, in partnership with Scuderia 1918 and Fieracavalli. The Summit will take place on Saturday, November 9, from 2:00 PM to 5:00…
Rule 40 Athletes and Sponsors at the Olympic Games During the Olympic Games it is not permitted to display the logo and/or the brand of the sponsor; there are many restrictions for athletes and (non-Olympic) sponsors The Olympic Games are regulated by the Olympic Card, which is an official document approved by the International Olympic…
Joint effort The horse’s musculoskeletal system role DOTT.SSA EMANUELA VALLEDIP. SCIENZE VETERINARIE – UNIVERSITÀ DI TORINO EBVS® European Specialist in Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition Seeing horses jump on the Olympic competition arenas is certainly exciting. But have we ever thought about the workload that the musculoskeletal system has to support? In particular, the horses’ joints…
