World Horse Welfare statement in response to Charlotte Dujardin’s provisional suspension
"We know that a successful future for horse sport has public trust at the centre of it..."
Posted on 24/07/2024
 
                        This story is another salutary reminder of how vital it is that equestrians put the welfare of the horse first, all of the time, whether in the competition arena or behind closed doors. We welcome Charlotte’s decision to take full responsibility and withdraw from the Paris Olympics, and British Equestrian and the FEI’s swift action. Horse sport rightly has high standards, as illustrated in the FEI Code of Conduct and British Equestrian’s Charter for the Horse, but it’s a collective responsibility to maintain these standards.
Respect for the horse must be at the heart of every equestrian, and every equestrian sport, and their actions must demonstrate that respect all of the time. World Horse Welfare actively supports horse sport, but there cannot be any tolerance for unacceptable practices, no matter how experienced the rider or coach. We know that a successful future for horse sport has public trust at the centre of it and this requires equestrians to be caring and to always treat their horses with respect, compassion and understanding. This is another massive wake-up call for anyone who thinks this is not important, because it most certainly is.”
Roly Owers, Chief Executive of World Horse Welfare
World Horse Welfare supports the responsible involvement of horses in sport, and is an independent welfare advisor to the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), the International Horse Sports Confederation and the British Horseracing Authority (BHA).
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